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Fullerton’s Only Local, Independent Newspaper * Est. 1978 (printed on recycled paper) # 336 MARCH 1, 2000 Controlling City Stockpiles Cable TV by Denny Bean $4-million in Many of the homes in Ful­ lerton have difficulty receiv­ ing TV signals from the nu­ Affordable merous TV antennas located atop Mt. Wilson. This may be due to Sunny Hills block­ Housing Funds ing the line-of-sight between roof antennas and the moun­ In 1992 the City was sued to force it to use tain. Some have taken mea­ 20% of it’s redevelopment money for low- sures such as placing their income housing. If the 4-mi llion in housing antenna on a 40-foot mast, funds the City currently has s tockpiled is not adding a signal booster, and used for affordable housing t will go to the may even have added a direc­ Orange County Housing Development Author­ tional control capability. So ity which will then decide how it is to be spent. when Comcast Cable TV ar­ “Of every property tax dollar coming back to rived, whether to sign up or us in the form of redevelopment funds, 200 not was a no-brainer. must be used for housing or the government It was about 12 years ago takes the whole dollar and gives us only 150 of that Comcast Cable Company it. If we want to control the 800 we have to took over control of the local spend the 200 on affordable housing. I don’t cable service from another like it but that’s the way it is,” explained Mayor company. Now that it is time Jones. According to Fullerton Redevelopment to renew the ten year contract Director Gary Chalupsky the city has met it’s with the company, the City low-income housing responsibilities with the The Forgotten War Teachers hired a consultant and con­ 137 unit SRO, so affordable funds can now be ducted interviews with Ful­ used for moderate-income housing. by David E. Teichmiller Reject District Proposal lerton citizens to gain insight Agreeing that the money had to be spent into their feelings about the somewhere Councilmembers unanimously I t was not called a war. It was called a “Police Action.” It Boardmember fears of pushing Fullerton service Comcast provides. okayed a plan that offers de­ was the first time the newly established United Nation flexed School District into a bankrupt situation Cable companies are not velopers, Community Multi- its muscle to stop communist aggression. The United States may be the cause of the apparent breakdown subject to pricing controls by “When a Housing Inc. an $805,000 sent nearly seven-million men and women in to stop the in friendly relations as teachers attempt to either the Federal Communi­ builder contribution in redevelop­ communist take-over. In three short years, over 55,000 raise their salaries from the longtime last cations Commission or the ment funds to assist their pro­ comes to Americans were killed and over 8,200 remain missing in postition to median among OC Districts. Public Utilities Commission, posed apartment complex. action. Yet today if you ask any American under the age of Fullerton Elementary School District’s nor can they be fired by the our City The now approved 5-story fifty about this action very few will know about it. That is offer of a 2-year contract, 1999-2000 mid City unless they are guilty of with a $24- (plus 1-level underground why those who were involved call it the “Forgotten War.” year raise of 5.47%, agreement to cap poor technical performance parking) mixed-use apart­ The place was Korea, the time, June 25,1950 and the North healthcare benefits at current levels, a raise and/or customer service. And million ment building on the corner Koreans sent over 135,000 troops into South Korea in an for the 2000-01 year equal to COLA (cost- then the City must take legal project & of Lemon and Common­ attempt to seize the southern half of the peninsula. The South of-living) plus a restructuring of the salary action against them and win. wealth was presented as an asks us to Korean army was over-run and without help the entire schedule was rejected by teachers Friday. This protection is provided upscale addition to down­ country would have fallen into communist hands. The United FETA (Fullerton Elementary Teachers As­ by federal law. One might contribute town. Nations called on the participating members to rush to the sociation) rejected the offer because the raise presume that this is to save $805,000; The first story of the build­ aid of South Korea, stop the flow of communist aggression 4s not retroactive to the beginning of the the cable companies their ing will contain 12,400 sq. and push the North Korean forces back to the original border. 1999-2000 school year. “The 5.47% raise huge infrastructure invest­ which we feet of commercial/retail While it was a United Na- 3 offered at mid-year is really adisguised 2.74% ment which would be imprac­ get back in space and already has pro­ tions operation, the United Only the South raise for the entire year, equaling even less tical to remove. Certainly, spective tenants including 4 to 5 States was the controlling fac­ Korean government than COLA ,” said FETA President Mimi they would be in a poor bar­ Starbucks and a dry-clean­ tor with the largest fighting Guadette. Also the teacher-requested 5.02% gaining position to sell their years; ing shop. Also mentioned force in South Korea. We not and it’s people really raise for September 2000-01 year was re­ facilities if they were forced Come on was 31-Flavors and a bagel/ only pushed the North Ko­ remember what the placed with a 2.84% cost-of-living raise. out by the City. Conversely, juice type establishment. In this is a rean army across their bor­ United States fight­ The District contends that its $11-million other cable companies might the upper levels of the 57- ders but fought them to the ing forces and our reserve fund (the largest reserve of any school bid against one another to gain foot tall building will be 192 good deal.” North Korean/China border. allies did for them. district in Orange County and $8-million the franchise since they ap- one bedroom apartment over what is required by law) is not enough pearto be financially success­ -Jan Flory That is when communist Any Korean War units with rents in the $ 1,200 China sent in their troops to to maintain the raise teachers are asking for ful. So the reason for the range. force our army and our allies veteran who returns although total cost of the desired compensa­ federal law appears to be a If the developer accepts the Redevelopment back to the original South to South Korea is tion package is estimated at $1.6 million per moot point. money, restrictions would be placed on 70 of Korean/North Korean border. given the V.I.P. year by District staff itself. Some citizens felt they had the units reducing the rents to around $ 1,000 per A stalemate lasted for almost treatment. After negotiations stalled earlier this year, no choice but cable because month and requiring tenants make no more than two more bloody years until State Mediator Draza Mrvichin was brought until this year ABC, CBS, a $46,500 per year income to qualify. The 2.41 - the Armistice was signed on in to help work out a solution Eventually, if NBC and the local channels acre site is currently home to several long July 27, 1953. mediation proves unsuccessful, the case will (5, 9, 11, and 13) were still empty buildings, parking lots and a few occu­ Those Americans who served in Korea came home to an go to “fact-finding” a lengthy process where not carried by satellite. We pied residential properties. Council approval of indifferent nation. We settled back into the mainstream of the District’s actual ability to pay will be were informed that these the use of the 20% Set-Aside Housing Fund American life. Some went back to school, finishing their explored. (more School news page 5) channels can now be obtained, money in the project also allows relocation interrupted education and all of us went back to work, raising but that OCN and public tele­ assistance estimated at $75,000 for those resi­ our families and leading productive lives. We asked for very TRANSIT TOPICS vision are still not available. dents whose housing accommodations would little and became the “Forgotten Ones.” Even in Memorial So there are alternatives to be demolished with the construction. Day services the Korean War is seldom mentioned. by Dick Hutchins our local cable company Public comments ran the gauntlet from not Only the South Korean government and it’s people really TOLL ROADS which may prove helpful in building at all to allowing an even higher den­ remember what the United States fighting forces and our 1 oil Roads have been coming under fire. controlling cost. sity than was being proposed. Although resi­ allies did for them. Any Korean War veteran who returns to Since gasoline tax money pays for the free­ Another person complain­ dents in an area roughly one block wide circling South Korea is given the V.I.P. treatment. ways the citizens are wondering why they ing about the cost of the ser­ the site were notified of the meeting only a few This year, 2000, is the 50th Anniversary of the Korean have to pay again in order to get from point A vice asked the City represen­ attended. The Chamber of Commerce, which is War. There is a group of people in the United States and to point B. It’s a good question and specula­ tative what they knew of the set to sell property it owns between the Cham­ Korea who are attempting to find those who served during tion is high that the toll lanes and roads will be profitability of Comcast with ber building and the project to the developers, this time and are encouraging them to register and partici­ converted to “freeways,” if all of the legal it’s 22,000 subscribers. We spoke in favor of the project. A few citizens pate in the 50th Anniversary Commemoration event honor­ obstacles can be overcome. learned that the City audits expressed opposition to using any redevelop­ ing all Korean War veterans. Those Korean War veterans THE PRICE OF OIL the company’s income and is ment money on the project but changed their who are interested should contact the “US Korea 2000 The price of crude oil is steadily increasing then paid 5% of the gross. minds when they understood that redevelop­ Foundation” at 4600 Duck Street, Suite 416, Alexandria, Va and has now reached a level that is higher (Incidentally, there areafew dol­ ment money left un-spent would be lost to the 22304-2517 or E-mail them at [email protected]. than at any time since 1991. This, of course, lars to be saved on your TV con­ city one way or another More on page 4 Their website is http://www.uskorea2000.org is controlled by the OPEC nations and is the nection if you are a senior citi­ zen, just ask.) reason for the dramatic increase in the price Fullerton Observer of gasoline and diesel fuel at the service Bulk Rate P.O.Box 7051 station pumps. If the trend continues into the CAR-RT spring we will see fuel shortages and long U.S.Postage PAID Fullerton, CA 92834 waiting lines at the pumps comparable to Permit No. 1577 (714) 525-6402 those seen in 1973 and 1978. When will we ever learn? Continued on page 22 Fullerton, CA Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Community Opinions Continued on next page How To Voice Your Opinion The Fullerton Observer Independent Community Newspaper wel­ Ed @ comes letters from the Community on any subject. Letters are the Fullerton Observer opinions of the writer and will not be edited except for length, if necessary. For verification letters must be signed with address and P.O. Box 7051 phone number. Only your name, initials and city will appear in print Fullerton, CA 92834 unless otherwise requested. Homophobia & Prop 22 Putting Family First I do not know whether homophobia is an inherited My name is Leanna Pionke and I am a or an acquired characteristic. I suspect that genetics third grade teacher at Woodcrest El­ has little to do with it. If I am correct, homophobia ementary School. I completed my stu­ is part of the cultural conditioning associated with dent teaching at Woodcrest with Susie racism, anti-Semitism and other discriminatory Weston-Barajas and I have felt at home ‘isms,’ that have caused mankind much trouble with the staff for the last four years. I throughout history. take pride in my school and in my dis­ It is indeed unfortunate that certain religions have trict. I feel that I am a very loyal person. joined with the' homophobics, under the guise of I am loyal to my staff, who has become protecting marriage, to launch their attack on people a second family to me. I am loyal to my who are not heterosexual. Jesus was unmarried. If BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S: Helen Cohen, Cathy Foye, Sandy White, Sara Falk, district and my school board. I spent Jesus was doing God’s work, can we infer that Barbara Kilponen, Bobi Hirschbein, Sandi Wilson & Ronnie Mason o f the days last year, on weekends, walking the perhaps marriage interferes with God’s work. I neighborhood streets and writing letters think not! Conversely, must we conclude that one Philharmonic Society Committee raised more than $5,000for youth music has to be heterosexual to be part of God’s plan. education programs at their recent benefit held at Tiffany & Co, . to voters to make sure that my school board has competent leaders who can Again I think not! make decisions that will benefit my fu­ I congratulate those people who have decided that Complaints About Prop 14 Equals ture. I am very loyal to my principal, marriage is a contract as well as a sacrament. To Jeannie Vastbinder, who is a supportive those homophobics who think they are protecting School Performance and $350-million For administrator who helps me to be suc­ marriage by passing a discriminatory law which cessful every day in my classroom. She serves no purpose but to divide us, I suggest they Teachers Libraries is also my friend. Most importantly, I am strive to get over their acquired hate. And while they I think the whole issue of poor school and I am writing on behalf of the Fullerton 100% loyal to my students. They brighten are at it they should work on their racism and anti- teacher performance and the dumbing down of Public Library Board of Trustees regard­ my spirits and help me to see success Semitism. Casting out their own devils by becom­ students is a crock! School children are not being ing Proposition 14, which will be on the and growth every day. ing more tolerant of all people would be more to dumbed down by any means. If anything the March 7,2000 ballot. This bond measure All of my loyalties have me commut­ God’s liking. curriculum is more demanding now than ever needs a simple majority to pass and will ing 25 minutes everyday from Garden Bob Crescentl Placentia before. The curriculum then and the curriculum provide $350-million in state funds for Grove, a place I am also deeply commit­ now are nowhere near comparison. First graders current needs. We see this as an invest­ ted to. I have spent my entire life there, One Person, One Vote learn geometry, and a level of grammar instruc­ ment in literacy and learning, as well as now living in the same neighborhood I On March 7th, Orange County voters will have tion that used to not be taught until third grade. libraries. grew up in. I have many friends and the opportunity to vote on two separate proposi­ The sheer amount of things which are expected to The proposed bond act: colleagues who live and work in Garden tions which involve minority rule: Proposition 26 be covered in depth, and even more that are to be • Authorizes grants to any city, county, Grove who are constantly questioning and Measure F. Voting for Proposition 26 would “introduced” to students is considerable. Have city-county, or district that is empowered me about why I stay in Fullerton. I have remove the 2/3 vote requirement for enacting school any of you ever bothered to spend more than the to own or maintain a local public library. many defenses and explanations, but bonds, while voting for Measure M would enact a time of a parent conference in a classroom? It is • Gives first priority to joint use projects lately they are not enough to convince 2/3 requirement for approving airports, jails and a safe comment to wage that many of you have no in which the agency operating the library them of my loyalties. They ask, “Why hazardous waste landfills. The arguments for M idea what is going on with your own child’s and one or more school districts have a stay where you have to teach 32 students and against 26 are that taxes and airports are so education. It you want to be disgusted about cooperative agreement. Second priority everyday when you could have a 20 to 1 important that they should be undertaken only it a something look in the mirror and ask yourself is given to all other projects. ratio in the third grade and reach more supermajority approves them. The reality is that why you do not know more about what your child • Requires a 35 percent local match of students? Why drive all that way every­ the votes of opponents of taxes and airports get to is learning or needs help learning. the project cost, which creates a state and day when you could work right here and count more than proponents, thwarting the ability Why are we paying lawyers so much money? local partnership in funding each of the be home before the sun goes down? of the majority to work its will. If 65% of the voters We complain about poor rankings and low test approved projects. Why stay in Fullerton when you could in a district favor school bonds, currently that is not scores but yet no one will even support the idea of We hope the citizens of Fullerton will come here and make so much more enough to outweigh the privileged minority. Pro­ paying teachers a reasonable market-level com­ support Proposition 14. money?” ponents of this minority rule provision argue that it parable salary for what is expected. I’m sure most Reality set in this weekend when I was is essential because renters could impose taxes on people cannot think beyond the days off and Diane Ross, President reading an article in People magazine property owners, as if property taxes are not re­ summer breaks teachers get. Well let me tell you, Fullerton Public Library Board of about a womin who is a cocktail wait­ flected in rents. (This also ignores the fact that they deserve them, they need them. Try keeping Trustees ress in Las Vegas. She is a cocktail renters are far less likely to vote than home own­ up with 20 six-year-olds or 30 ten-year-olds five waitress, and she made $30,000 last ers.) days a week. If you do manage to tackle the Prop 14 = Literacy year. Last year, as an educated person Regardless of one’s feelings about taxes or air­ discipline issues, try teaching those kids some­ Dear Councilmembers: with my master’s degree and who teaches ports, anyone who believes that democracy is based thing of value. It’s no cake walk people so stop The League of Women Voters believe the future of America, I made $33,000. on majority rule where the votes of all citizens are your whining about the pencil pushing you do in that public libraries are vital centers of Only $3,000 more than a cocktail wait­ equal should oppose minority rule provisions. In­ your nine-to-five jobs. Teachers make a differ­ lifelong learning and literacy. The pas­ ress. Reality also hit me when I called deed, is a democracy meaningful if a decision of the ence. sage of this initiative will facil itate capital the Garden Grove School District this majority is not binding? And if your vote is not Many of you cannot even control the two or . investments and technological upgrading afternoon to find out how much money equal to mine, are not the principles of democracy three kids you have, much less trying to control for our libraries. This ability to pursue I would make if I made the move. I and the functioning of the political system under­ 20 to 30 for seven hours a day. Most of you do not necessary improvements will strengthen would make $47,129 next year. That is mined? even take the time to read to your children at the partnership between libraries and a $11,000 raise from what I am making Our founding fathers did not fully trust democ­ night, so stop whining about test scores until you schools. in Fullerton this year. A move would racy and placed anti-majoritarian features in the all take a real serious look at your own effort to An earlier Fullerton City council con­ also include a 20 to 1 third grade ratio, a Constitution. Although our government has be­ help your children succeed and get the education templated and debated the need for a day off for preparing report cards and a come more democratic over the years anti- they deserve. I hate to break it to you, but this is larger library than the then existing facil­ shorter commute. majoritarian features, both formal and informal, team work. Teachers cannot work miracles, so ity. It sought community input, and to it’s Finally, I have one more huge factor to still exist including the apportionment of the US stop expecting them. While your are at it, take a credit, we now have a fine library. But consider. My husband and I dream of Senate, filibusters, and the two-thirds rule in the look at the number of non-English speaking stu­ that was 1973. The inevitable need for having children and a home one day California legislature for budget approval. These dents in the schools nowadays. How many of you expansion is for the moment being met very soon. How can I explain my loyalty provisions keep decisions from being made by speak a second language? Now try teaching a and for that we are grateful. But, if history to Fullerton School District to him when representatives of a majority of the citizens. Often child who does not speak English how to divide or is a teacher, we (as well as cities through­ we are struggling every month to pay this results in unpopular decisions or gridlock, write an essay. out California) will continue to need ex­ bills? How can I look him in the face and leading to frustration with government and our While the issue of money is involved, most panded facilities with the growing popu­ tell him that we have to put off our hopes political system. What is the point of electing a school districts do not have near enough of the lation and with the great leaps in technol­ and dreams because I feel loyal to Ful­ majority of Republicans to the Senate, if a minority funds to supply all the necessary materials to ogy- lerton School District? How will I be of Democrats can block their actions? Indeed what students. Most teachers who are worth their weight We must be vigilant and be ready to able to look my future children in the is the point of voting at all? spend a good portion of the money out of their provide new upgraded technologies as face and say, “Sorry kids, but we can’t The trade-off is that the status quo is allowed to own pockets to buy instructional materials that the need arises. How fortunate we are, buy a house this year because Mommy is continue, for better or worse. In the short run will help your little Johnnie or Rebecca get past that in these comfortable economic times, really loyal to Fullerton.” I am sorry, but greater stability is ensured, but in the long run the their difficulty with multiplication. Many of you we have, with the passage of Proposition I will not choose the Fullerton School ability of government to address the important will say that we do not want to raise taxes to pay 14, the opportunity to have the state meet District before my family and my future; issues facing society is undermined. teachers more. Well, I have news for you, OF 65% of any financial burden we might they will always come first in my life. Fundamental political freedoms necessary for the Gray Davis (California Governor) is not giving incur in updating library building and Consequently, by not treating me as a functioning of democracy, such as freedom of you the facts about per pupil expenditures and modernizing. professional who deserves a professional speech, should be beyond the reach of a simple there is a great deal more available money for What we are requesting is that you pro­ salary, the Fullerton School Board and majority, but I would not include school bonds and salaries. So much as to even pay every California vide moral and vocal support for this the Superintendent are making my deci­ facilities planning among these freedoms. teacher upwards of $60 thousand per year without initiative. Your positive influence in this sion about my future in the Fullerton Clearly the Orange County Board of Supervisors raising taxes one dime. So think about that and matter will reflect well on you as a body School District for me. does not function well, but that is another battle. An start asking some questions about why money is even as it once did on an earlier assem­ Leanna Pionke, anti-democratic referendum requirement is the not being spent on your children that is readily blage of Fullerton Councilmembers. worst of all possible solutions. I urge opposition available.Annoyed with the hypocrisy. Thank you for your consideration. 3rd Grade Teacher, Woodcrest Elementary Vince BuckProfessor of Political Sci­ David Adler South Orange County Edith Bockian Fullerton ence California State University, Fullerton Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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OUT OF MY MIND: By Jonathan Dobrer C om m unity F u lle r t o n ©2000 Jonathan Dobrer [email protected] O pinions O b s e r v e r Continued on Page 5 WARNING The Fullerton Observer, founded by Just Say “No” to Hate and Fear Ralph Kennedy in 1978, is a group of local The Observer has been alerted citizen-volunteers who create, publish and The benighted Knight Initiative purports to out­ They needed to be witnessed by a person of good that a character is going around distribute the Observer throughout ourcom- law gay marriages. OK, that seems straight standing and trust in the community. You could town with a fake ID card identi­ munity. This venture is a not-for-profit one enough (pun and irony intended) however, it not just have some guy say “Sure baby, I do” fy ing him as an Observer reporter with all ad and subscription revenues seems to be a solution in search of a problem. without a credible witness. A groom could re­ and asking for favors. While it is plowed back into maintaining and improv­ What problem? Well, I’m told gay people may scind the commitment the next morning and run true that our reporters are all vol­ ing our independent, non-partisan, non­ want to act like straight people. Gay people might away with the dowry and the once cherished unteers and paid with bagels - sectarian, community newspaper. not want to fit the stereotype of being promiscu­ maidenhood of the non-bride. none of them would abuse their Our purpose is to inform Fullerton resi­ ous predators but might want to practice Being fundamentally a legal positions by promising coverage dents about the institutions and other soci­ “a family values lifestyle.” Indeed the contract, we could easily have etal forces which most impact their lives, or asking for handouts. If you aptly numbered initiative 22 has a Catch Why should Gay ceremonies that are simple and have any doubt about a reporter so that they may be empowered to partici­ 22 irony; it seems to shout, “Fit our ste­ legal, like a notary saying pate in constructive ways to keep and people be let off the please call us at 525-6402 so we reotype or else!” “Yeah, I witness that they were can contact the police. make these private and public entities serve I am not at all clear on what would be hook of going into both willing and not overly all Fullerton residents in lawful, open, just, wrong with celebrating people’s inten­ hock by pay ing huge intoxicated to say “I do.” This and socially-responsible ways. would work fine, but it would Through our extensive local calendar tion to be together, grow together, and amounts of money Fullerton School plan for a future together. Seems to me to eliminate honoraria for clergy and other coverage, we seek to promote a for simply fabulous be just what straight folks would do well and whole livelihoods for ca­ District’s sense of community and an appreciation parties? for the values of diversity with which our to encourage—or maybe even practice terers, photographers, and flo­ country is so uniquely blessed. ourselves. rists. This would have a dev­ Gambling Habit I do not see the value of this law. Since there is astating effect on the economy. So we have big Feel the sting? It’s the pain you feel Published twice per month no gay marriage, nothing is being repealed or semi-religious parties, the content and tone of when you see your child’s sullen face except once in July, August and December. prevented. This is just a way for some straight which are more Greco-Roman Bacchanalian than expressing a dismal attitude towards NO FAX, SEND SUBMISSIONS TO: folks to say “Boo! Hiss!” to gay folks. Seems pious. education. Why? She has another in­ kind of gratuitous and mean-spirited. Why should gay people be let off the hook of experienced first year teacher learn­ Editor • Sharon Kennedy But what about the bible? going into hock by paying huge amounts of ing on the job. “Mr. Novice tries hard, P.O. Box 7051 Whataboutreligion? Good money for simply fabulous parties? As a straight Mom, but he’s really bad,” Susie tells Fullerton CA 92834 what would be questions. Let me take person (or non-gay, as you prefer), I am outraged you despairingly. Then she adds, “But Roving Correspondent • Jack Harloe wrong with them seriously for a mo­ at the financial advantages that gay people have. he’s not half as bad as Ms. Amateur Office Manager • Tom Cooney celebrating ment (even if it is a strain No marriage penalty. No wedding parties. Dis­ last year.” on me). If you read proportionately fewer children. I demand equal­ Advertising • Saskia 525-8352 people’s Students smell the inexperience of a Leviticus and ity. Make them get married. It’s only fair. new teacher, and many times, the • Features • intention to be Deuteronomy you’ll find As far as making a mockery of the so-called classroom devolves into a flying cir­ together, many practices forbidden traditional values of what marriage has always cus. Susie can’t learn effectively in , Chris Beard, Warren Bowen, on pain of death. “Uncov­ meant, how could anything be more vulgar and a this environment. The class being dis­ Diane Nielen, Jonathan Dobrer, grow ering” all kinds of “naked­ greater desecration of marriage than Fox Televi­ organized and deficient, Susie shuts Michelle Gottlieb, Chuck Green­ together, and ness” was punishable by sion and Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Million­ down and wastes another year of edu­ ing, Joyce Mason, Cherie Lutz plan for a death, as were working on aire? This travesty is a game and gamy show cation. Pizarro, Jan Youngman, and the Sabbath, perjury, strik­ involving money and voyeurism. I cannot think Unfortunately, Fullerton School Louise Schatzman, Lisa Whiting. ing a parent, and adultery. of a worse example of the abuse of the institution District is willing to gamble on your • Observers • We seem not to see all laws of marriage and any child’s education. FSD would rather as equally binding. element we consider Kathleen Asay, Ellen Ballard, Don play the lotto rather than compensate to be sacred. Bauman,Vince Buck, Florence As a society, to have drifted away from paying What is a proven winner. They don’t say we’ 11 What is marriage? I Cavileer, Karen Haluza, M. Naeb, our servants on a daily basis before the sun goes marriage? miss your experienced, quality teach­ down. Few of us refuse to mix wool and linen. I spent a couple of hours ing; they don’t even say goodbye. Debbie Thomas, Suzanne Serbin, I spent a couple of and contributing community members don’t know too many religious men who feel that today at the home of You see FSD chooses to bring in they need to marry their sisters-in-law if their two gay friends of hours today at the green teachers wet around the ears * Design/ Graphics Consultants* brother dies. In other words, we have made mine. I’ve known home of two gay before paying experienced teachers David Styffe & Claudia Rae accommodations to suit our needs and times. them over 25 years. competitive salaries. But what then of the Christian Scriptures? Surely They have been to­ friends of mine. Experienced teachers - most good, • Production Chief, Proofreader Jesus must have said something on the subject? gether 41 years. They I’ve known them some great - depart to districts that Paste-up • Mary Graves No? No! While Paul clearly and explicitly rejects adopted and raised over 25 years. will pay them $5,000 to $ 10,000more Backup: Mildred Donoghue homosexuality, he’s also not too happy about two children, both (sometimes more than that) to do the •Distribution Chief • Roy Kobayashi heterosexuality and believes that celibacy is the boys and both straight They have been same exact job they do in Fullerton. best thing. (Yes, I knfew you were Crew • Cecil Ballentine, together 41 years. What’s that leave your child? If you’re As Christianity spread it had to adjust to the Wondering). They Denny Bean, Richard They adopted and lucky, a good teacher. More than realities of the Greek world. While first century have traveled the likely, however, your child will have Brewster, Sam Standring. followers of Jesus insisted on converts following world, made and raised two children, a mediocre to less than average teacher Jewish customs, there was a certain market resis­ maintained deep Subscriptions: $15-$20/year both boys and both compared to the veteran that has left tance to the kosher laws and circumcision. Those friendships in both the straight (Yes, I the district. But without a doubt, that Advertising: $9/column-inch Greeks didn’t want to give up either their bar-b- gay and non-gay new teacher is doomed to make count­ Call Saskia at 525-8352 q ribs or their foreskins for their new faith. world. They have knew you were less mistakes throughout the year. for m ore inform ation. Christianity has picked and chosen amongst cared for each other in wondering). No need to worry. The money FSD Hebrew laws from the beginning. When Jesus joy and in sorrow, for thinks it’s saving hiring new teachers Next Observerwill hit the stands says, “It is not what goes into a man’s mouth that richer and for poorer, at an entry salary level is actually defiles him, but what comes out,” he is spiritual­ in sickness and in health. And now one of them on March 15 - Deadline for all being spent on training new teachers izing the law and holding that what we say to each is dying. His oncologist estimates that he may to be more effective. And when these articles and ads at Observer other is of more importance than the outer obser­ have 6 months. Are they married? green teachers evolve'into competent office is 3/7/2000 - THANKS! vances of law. One may or may not hold that The answer to me is self-evident. The healthy or even great teachers, after four or position, but one would do well to consider its full one would trade places with his dying partner in five years, FSD has groomed them meaning in terms of how we treat other human a second. And the greatest pain and fear that his for their move to a better paying dis­ beings. dying partner has is in leaving his grieving mate. trict, one that takes value and experi­ Trying To Find In our minds we almost automatically as­ If that isn’t love, if that isn’t marriage, then I have ence into consideration. Just think of Family sociate marriage with religion. After all most not a clue what is. Surely marriage is not a piece FSD as the triple A farm team prepar­ marriages are still conducted by religious offi­ of paper on file in a county building. Marriage ing new teachers for the big leagues. My name is Jon Ytterbp. I live in Skien, cials. But let’stake an un-sentimental look at the must have an element beyond contract law or it is Feel the sting? It’s your child’s de­ Telemark, Norway. I am trying to find history of marriage and just how the clergy got indeed a mockery. ficient education due to FSD’s quick my family in the USA. My fathers uncle involved. Remember that our concept of separa­ Should there be gay marriage? I’m not sure that pick, quick fix lotto mentality. Edwin Yetrebo was bom in Tordal in tion of church and state is very new. For most of is the important question. Rather, should society Telemark, Norway. He moved to USA in human history there was no clear distinction go out of its way to stigmatize, mock, and reject Paul Clemente 1902 and died in Brea California in 1974. between the religious and the secular. Marriages this kind of love? There is little enough love in 4th Year Language Arts He had three daughters, but I have not were and are property agreements. 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I recommend this mar­ Jonathan Dobrer dants please contact: k Neutrinos velous book without reservation. ” 16334 Francina Dr. Jon Y tterbp, Luksefjellveien 200,3721 Uy Jonathan Dobrer A1 Martinez Encino, CA 91436 Skien, Norway or by internet: Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Your copy will be rushed to you [email protected] Thank you very y ’%V - much for trying to help me. by the V.S. Post Office. Jon Ytterb, Norway Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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C o u n c i l Life The 7:30 Report Coach City Stockpiles $4-million N o t e s . . . Role Models: in Affordable by Abee Luke Mykeal Terry, Housing Funds Salvador Continued from Frontpage Barajas, The City Council m et in Realtor Leeland Wilson and area homeowner and Jennifer landlord Mr. Kingham advocated for a lower density regular session, at City Council Ditzler,David chambers at 4 p.m. Tuesday and questioned whether a complex designed to serve Ortiz, Patrick February 15. Councilman those with incomes of $46,000 should need subsidies. Norby was not present. The Yoguez, Sylvia The Redevelopment Agency’s $805,000 contribution opening flag salute was led by Gonzalez, Nancy to purchase restrictive covenants is made when the Fern Drive Junior Girl Scout Medina, Graciela building is completed unless the developer “opts out” Troop 1283. Dominguez, of the agreement at that time. Tabitha Perez, Traditional roles seemed switched as longtime low- Plaques, Stephanie Wells, income housing foes Mr. and Mrs. LeQuire, former received $100 council hopefuls Barbara Marr and Pat Shuff and con­ Presentations and stant commentor Marie Whaling, all spoke in favor of awards and were Proclamations using the money to rehab existing apartment buildings, honored by City senior projects or First-time Homebuyers instead of the • Mayor Jones read a proclamation of Council and upscale apartment building proposed while long time the City naming the year 2000 as the Mayor Jones for low-income advocates Pastor Jon West of Interfaith Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Services demonstrating Housing Development Corporation and Barbara Silver Jubilee Year. FIES Executive Johnson, Executive Director of Fullerton Interfaith Director Barbara Johnson and Presi­ good citizenship and making a Emergency Services spoke in favor of the project. dent Jerry Brown accepted the procla­ Concerns about increased traffic problems will be mation and thanked the City for their difference in the community. mitigated with the help of $195.30 per unit in traffic support over the years, (see page 6) mitigation fees agreed on for the project. Planning • Presentations were made to Joe Commissioner Jim Ranii, representing the minority 4- dedication to community in creating and sponsor­ 3 Planning Commission vote, spoke in favor of in­ ing the annual Flag Day Festival. Mr. Bulos. (see creased density for the project and the Council agreed page 6) despite one commentor’s warning against allowing • Service Plaques to Bud Lathrop and Brian Berg Fullerton to become like Huntington Beach, a town of of the Fullerton Museum Board of Trustees; renters. “Look what they did. The tenants outnumbered • A donation was accepted from the Fullerton the landlords and voted in rent control.” Senior Citizen Club to purchase cushioned stack­ Councilmember Sa: “Seven years ago our down­ ing chairs for use at the Senior Center. Mayor Flory town was dirty and not a pleasant place to visit, but look asked the minimum age to join and was told 50 at it now! If we spend the money on this project we get years, which seemed to send a minor shock wave to $200,000 per year back in taxes, we need to think long several of those present. term. This housing will be used by teachers looking for temporary housing before settling into a more perma­ Public Comments nent home. We have to use the money by law, we have to follow the rules.” • Tom O’Neil stated the main purpose of city government is public safety and voiced concerns Councilmember Norby: “These are not poor people. about the Fox Theatre in an earthquake. (To me, These are upper level middle class yuppies. This is the Mr. O’ Neil’s statements are not always clear, least offensive project we could have. These are the kind of people we want downtown.” concise, precise and succinct. Being bewildered at Fullerton Police Chief Pat McKinley awarded Service Pins to: Councilmember Bankhead: “This is a good project times and not understanding his point or point of Left to right: Captain Allen W. Burks for 30 years of service and that will keep the neighborhood from becoming run­ view, I rely on him to correct the foregoing if Sr. Officer Bill Wallis and Sgt. Joe Klein for 25 years of service. necessary.) down and in the end may not require the redevelopment funds. On another front, I’m tired of hearing the SRO • Bill Lewis voiced problems with the Harbor Have I got a Proposition For You being rundown. People living there have fallen on hard Blvd., banners, pointing out that the site is The City was asked to support a state bond measure, (Proposition 14), that times and are trying to make a better life for themselves. overbooked, the last banner was up for five weeks would allow the State to sell 350 million in bonds to provide grants to local The police are not called to that location any more often and that there is no time for the Fullerton Railroad governments to construct new libraries and expand or renovate existing than to any other apartment complex in the city.” Days to erect a banner, suggesting allowing a facilities. Local agencies would have to pay 35% of the cost. Support for the Councilmember Flory: “Everyone of you banner to be hung two weeks before the event measure came from Edith Bockian speaking for the League of Women homeowners is subsidized through mortgage and prop­ advertised.Council indicated they will fine tune the Voters, members of Friends of the Library and Fred Mason. Ralph Baker said erty tax breaks. When a builder comes to our City with banner policy. Fullerton citizens can’t afford the tax required to retire the bonds. Council a $24-million project and asks us to contribute $805,000; • Alan Morton implied that the Council had vio­ voted to support Proposition 14. which we get back in 4 to 5 years; Come on, this is a lated the Brown Act by not televising the Council good deal. It can do nothing but help downtown, its workshop and the last Council meeting. Mayor Council Rules and Procedures good for economic development.” Jones pointed out that nothing in the Brown Act For items not on the agends, public comment is Mayor Jones: “I’d rather spend the money on mod­ states that meetings have to be televised, (if so our limited to three minutes per person, thirty minutes erate instead of low-income housing - this is an upscale Board of Supervisors would long be in contempt), total, unless a majority of the Council grants more. For project - Death, Taxes and Change.” and the meetings were open to the public. Morton agenda items the limit is ten minutes the first go round made a public offer to purchase a TV for anyone and five minutes the next time up. A majority of the that did not own one and wanted to watch Council Council can grant more although it is difficult to know proceedings on TV. He didn ’ t offer to pay for cable why they would. which is necessary to pick up the broadcast. ORANGE COUNTY'S PREMIER JAZZ € W B Don’t Put the Check in the Mail Consent Calendar Council authorized Glen Steinbrink, Fiscal Ser­ Steamers Cafe The minutes; a recommendation to advertise for vices Manager, to pick up checks resulting from the brings yoi bids for Curb/Gutter and Sidewalk Reconstruction; distribution of litigation recoveries from the Orange the State Blvd./Chapman Ave. Storm Drain Phase County Investment Pool. 111; acceptance of donations to the Police Depart­ This will make a lot of people, that had lost personal ment; a request for support to the City of Thousand funds in the Orange County bankruptcy, happy, or at Oaks in a law suit concerning a city’s liability in a least happier. About 2.6 million is recovered City public works project, (they just want our good funds and $600,000 a return of Deferred Compensation name, no money); and receiving and filing a funds to City employees. financial statement for the period ended 12/31/99 cfaffy wJtfA were all approved with minor changes to the min­ utes and a few questions asked and answered. All Aboard sofa pfaK ist LL o A k 'P h r t e Fullerton Railway Plaza Association produced a As soon as you hear him you know Can Tiger Afford successful “Fullerton Railroad Days” last year and you're hearing a class act. . ." to Play Fullerton? promises an even bigger and better event this year. It Marilyn Duff, Northern Lights, Orange County Register Green fees at Fullerton Municipal Golf Course is hoped that a special U.S. Postal Service train will NO LUNCH COVER were raised by 1,2 or 3 dollars, depending on day make Fullerton one of only three stops in Southern and time. The new fees are $20 for 18 holes California. Amtrak, Union Pacific and Burlington REDUCED LUNCH PRICES weekdays and $28 for 18 holes on the weekend. No Northern SantaFe will provide displays. Knott’s Berry S NEW MENU ITEMS golfers, not evenG’iger, showed up to protest the Farm and Disney have indicated participation. The new fees. FRPA asked for $7600 from the City to help fund the event. Despite the opposition opinion that museums in Pastrami Sandwich $4-99 genera] just gather dust, trains arejust nostalgic and the Beef Dip Sandwich 4-99 Something money would be better spent on infrastructure, the to Get Fired Up About Council approved $7600 for the event. All Deli Sandwiches 5 .2 5 Council approved a contract with Fullerton Firefighters which covers 80 non-management em­ Happy Trails to You Panini 5-99 ployees. The contract will be in force until July Council approved an ammendment to an agreement 2002. All employees will receive a 3.5% raise with Unocal over property in East Coyote Hills creat­ 138 W. COMMONWEALTH IN FULLERTON effective July, 1999; 4% in July 2000; and 4% in ing easements and defining responsibilities for trails (1/2 Block West of Harbor Blvd.) 7i 4.87i . 880O July 2001. and a Sports Complex. Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

m a r c h i , 2 0 0 0 * £ > FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 5 SCHOOL BOARD REPORT by Fred Mason At the conclusion of the discussion at the last Board meeting (February 8, 2000) the Board stated that the item of potential termination of the child care programs at Sunset Lane and Valencia Park would be voted on at the next Board meeting. However, this item was not on the agenda. Board President Sugarman stated that negotiations had been commenced with the Teacher’s Union, and both sides want to work out a solution to the problem which may involve a switch from Certified to Classified employees in an effort to save money. Prior to the meeting, teachers continued their picketing in front of the District Office. During public comments, several statements were made to the Board concerning teacher’s salaries including a Ladera Vista 8th Grader, Daniel Hodhod. Comments included the unhappiness of the teachers, the District losing young teachers and making it difficult to hire new teachers. The comment was made that the District should invest the funds that it has at this time.Superintendent Ron Cooper stated that a meeting was scheduled for discussion of a possible contract, and he was optimistic that the dispute could be resolved. IN OTHER MATTERS: • the Board cast its vote for California School Board Association delegates for seven incumbents plus Dr. Robert Singer. • The item receiving the most discussion at the meeting was a proposed agreement to participate and designation of the fiscal/administrative agent for the California School Information Services (CSIS) Phase I development project. Tony Ander­ son presented information on the proposed contract, which would establish a Teachers Picket the District Office (on their own time) to protest new system for providing student information to the State. He stated that all of the Board’s lack of action on competitive teacher salaries. the information covered by the proposal was already made available to the State, and that this contract would expedite the transfer of student information. He There was an extensive discussion on the matter of student privacy. Trustee Kim Guth stated that no information identifying students would be transmitted to CSIS, expressed strong objection to this proposal since she felt that it would not be possible to but would be retained by the local district. maintain privacy, and no parent consent was involved. She stated that only a few districts were participating in this program, and that it was not mandated by the enabling legislation. Mr. Anderson responded that this is only a development contract, that there will be an encryption system to maintain privacy and it would not be possible for the State to track back on the student information. Mr. Anderson pointed out that this was only the first contract on this matter and that there would be another contract in approximately one month. On a 4-1 vote the Board approved entering into the agreement. • The Board approved two amendments to policies relating to intra-district transfers (to different schools) within the district and inter-district transfers (from schools outside the district). New legislation has made it possible to provide for a priority to be given to children of District Staff members, where it is desired to have the children attend the school where the staff member is employed. Board President Sugarman and Superintendent Cooper commented that these amendments benefit the teachers, and it is important to show the Board’s appreciation of the teachers. Both amendments were adopted by a 4-1 vote with Trustee Guth dissenting. ON CONSENT ITEMS: • the Board approved the Certificated Personnel Report covering new hires and extra duty assignments. Classified Tuition Reimbursement, Purchase Orders, and an emergency item relating to receipt of money form the Orange County Bankruptcy involving less than $500 DURING REPORTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS: • Board President Sugarman presented an analysis that she had received at an in-service training session. She outlined the court decisions, legislation, and initiative amendments that have occurred over the years, resulting in the Fullerton District receiving substantially less money than neighboring districts. These include the Serrano/Priest Supreme Court decision in 1971, Proposition 13 in 1978, the Lottery Amendment in 1984, and the 1982-95 Economic Recession. After her presentation was completed, Trustee Robert Fisler reminded the Board that the 1974 revenue limits had been responsible for the greatest cut in funds received.

Community Opinions Continued on Page 15 “The Gift of Sight” Project ■■■■■■Hi Hi i by Donna Judd A Matter Of Respect El Toro when a student asked, “Mrs. Judd, aren’ t Just a comment on the many recent news As a teacher, I’m lucky enough to be I am so disappointed by the mixed messages being sent you going to put in some money?” I articles regarding an airport at El Toro, currently involved in an on-going “magi-’ to Fullerton teachers. We are demanding higher test agreed to donate the amount to save the including the LA Times editorial this past cal moment” with my seventh grade core scores and more innovation in teaching, yet we are not sight of a second person if the class weekend (2/13)... How can the OC Board students that is changing lives forever, cer­ willing to pay them a fair wage. The teachers have been succeeded in reaching the goal of $ 110. of Supervisors and supporters promote an tainly in Kenya, where, we are giving the more than patient, waiting nine months for the District to One student gave the $20 her grand­ airport based on the capacity needs of the gift of sight to at least four blind people, offer a contract that is competitive with other districts. As mother had given her on her birthday, County in the future, when the population and perhaps in Fullerton as well. Here’s a taxpayer in this District, I want to see the teachers others donated their lunch money and is expected to grow only 385,000 by 2020? what’s developing. receive adequate compensation. I feel the only way to we surged passed $110. It is very clear that the passengers and At Ladera Vista Junior High, we were support the demand for better education is to support Then it got interesting. I have 2 core cargo will be coming from LA, San Ber­ reading The Miracle Worker, a play about those who work directly with our children. classes, one “gifted” and one “aver­ nardino, and surrounding counties. This Helen Keller’s early life, and studying Af­ The Fullerton Elementary School District is blessed age,” and was complimenting the aver­ leaves a glaring hole in the planning... rica as part of the “core” program which with some of the best teachers anywhere. I have always age class on their generosity, when one freeway and road capacity. Traffic is al­ includes language arts and social studies. been proud to say that my children attend Raymond We had done the normal things - vocabu­ boy said gleefully, “Yeah, we’re beat­ ready tough! And, John Wayne Airport is ing the GATE class.” The class’s en­ Elementary and Ladera Vista Jr. High schools. Our not even operating at half its capacity (with­ lary and literary terms, plus an at-home, 2- teachers are willing to give so much of their own time, hour simulation spent “blind and deaf.” thusiastic reaction let me know they out restrictions). That’s about another 6-8 were aware of frequently being out­ energy, and money to provide the best for our children. million passengers that can go through We’d read and tested the text on early Why can’t we provide them with a salary that shows our shone by the gifted class. John Wayne, isn’t it? Should cover the African history, which I then supplemented appreciation for what they are doing? One boy in the average class over­ 385,000, and its already paid for! Addi­ with information on modern Africa, par­ Our teachers are passionate about what they do. We, as ticularly focusing on countries ranked heard a GATE student say, “Yeah, well, tionally, with expansion at LAX and we’ re too smart to waste our money like parents, are passionate about demanding the very best Ontario, UPS’ 20-year lease for cargo op­ among the world’s poorest. For example, education for our children. We certainly cannot expect we compared per capita incomes to that.” erations at Long Beach, and the new South­ He was upset and so was I. It seemed teachers to put in extraordinarily long hours and extra ern California Logistics Airport at the student’s discretionary money. Most stu­ effort if we have not shown them that we value their a put-down of the kids in the average former George Airforce Base in Victorville, dents were shocked to discover people efforts enough to raise their salaries to a reasonable level. having far less for food and clothing than class, as well as a lack of compassion will there even be a need for more cargo for the blind. I didn’t ask who had made Teaching is quite possibly the toughest job in the world. capacity? I don’t think so! I’ll be voting yes they spend on movies, make-up, and other I know I couldn’t do it. I am so grateful to the wonderful non-essentials. We saw pictures of starv­ the remark, but talked the next day with on Measure F. the GATE class. My approach was to teachers who work with my children. If we do not give Brad Schreiber ing children and read of parents in Kenya fair compensation to our teachers, they may lose some of eating on alternate days so more food would have them list Helen Keller’s disadvan­ New port Beach, CA tages, advantages, and accomplish­ their passion. Or, worse yet, they may simply move to a be available for their hungry children. district that will offer them more room for advancement, The lessons were powerful, but it was ments, then do the same for themselves. Million Mom March Many had trouble even thinking of a as so many good teachers have already done. How can we time to move on; textbook material needed ever hope to raise our test scores if our best teachers keep meeting to be covered. Then I read a newspaper disadvantage - which is wonderful. One student said, “I don’t know if this is moving on to other districts? How can we expect our “Life Threatening Guns” article about a Lions Club project in Kenya teachers to focus on our children when they are distracted where cataract surgeries are performed and what you mean by disadvantage, but lots of us are kind of spoiled.” So we by this endless, frustrating negotiation with the district? 7pm Tuesday March 14 eyesight restored for the equivalent of $ 110 It is time to end this now. per patient. Maybe we could give the gift of talked about how to enjoy affluence without being spoiled. “Maybe if you It is a matter of respect. Please show our teachers that we St Joseph’s Center sight! To be able to change someone’s life respect them for all they do by listening to their requests. so profoundly would be tremendously em­ know you’re lucky, and you appreciate 480 S. Batavia, Orange it, then you’re not really spoiled,” of­ Offer them a salary and benefits package that will tell powering. I proposed to the class that we them they are valued and appreciated by all of us. raise the money to save the sight of one fered one student. 1-888-989-MOMS or e- person. They were enthusiastic, and after Continued page 17 Linda Scheffel Fullerton several days, we had made good progress, mail: [email protected] Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Joe Bulos both gives and receives an award Celeste Guild from Mayor Jones & the City Council Celebrates: Fullerton’s Flag Day President Irene McCormick, Creator Honored by City Founder Dee Businessman Joe Bulos honored the City Coun­ Gustofson, past cil with a plaque and thanks for their encourage­ Presidents: ment of the annual Flag Day celebration. Mr. Anne Key, Bulos created, organized and sponsored the event Gwen with the help of his family and a team of volun­ Ferguson, teers. In a surprise turn around the City awarded Birthe Burnett, Mr. Bulos with a proclamation in honor of his dedication to the flag of the US and his efforts to Irene Kauppi build community in Fullerton through the celebra­ and President tion.. o f the Pacific The most unique thing about the US is it’s Symphony incredible diversity. Citizens of our country come Orchestra from every country on earth. This doesn’t happen, John Foryste. to the extent it happens here, anywhere else in the world. Differences in culture, language, dress, Celeste Guild Celebrates customs, physical appearance, religion, etc. can The Celeste Guild, a group that helps support the Pacific Symphony become problems. People of one background may Orchestra recently celebrated its 20th Anniversary at the Arbor Manor in not understand the customs etc. of those from Fullerton. President of the Symphony Orchestra, John Forsyte, gave the toast another background. What is polite in one culture honoring the Guild for all the support it has given over the years. Members may be rude in another. At the Flag Day celebra­ of the Orchestra and the Guild attended the celebration. A good time was had tion people of many different backgrounds en­ by all. If you missed it and would like to support the Orchestra in the future joyed each other instead of judging or being threat­ come to the annual St. Patrick Day Celebration Party on Sunday March 12th ened by one another. at Brea Bistro, 600 S. Brea Blvd in Brea. Enjoy an Irish Dinner and Mr. Bulos and his wife Fadia own and run the entertainment. Don Bankhead will be in charge of the live auction. Social Chevron station on the corner of Orangethorpe hour begins at 5pm with dinner at 6pm. Irish or casual attire is suggested. Call and Euclid in Fullerton. They have been respon­ 680-0660 or 525-5162 to make reservations or for more information on sible for the annual Flag Day celebrations in becoming a member. - Phyllis Seidler Fullerton which they started two years ago to honor the flag and freedom and promote unity.

FIES FOR THE BEST IN President, REAL ESTATE SERVICES Jerry Brown and Executive The Charlie Brown Club Director, With the world mourning the death of Charles Schulz, Barbara I thought that this picture and brief story might be of interest to your readers. This Polaroid picture was taken Johnson in Princeton Circle in March 1963. The group of chil­ recognized for dren are the Charlie Brown Club, organized by neigh­ the work the borhood friends to “do nice things for people.” organization They were inspired by the comic strip by Schulz and does helping followed his characters very closely. The girls are families get entertaining their mothers at a Mother and Daughter tea back on their on this Sunday afternoon. fo o t Among other things these Charlie Brown Club mem­ bers did was to sell lemonade on several warm days and give the money to buy Bibles for missions in Africa. Call Carl Byers They composed a club song which they sang at their weekly meetings. Assistance 714-449-7777 I wish that I had sent this photo and story to Charles League e-mail: [email protected] Schulz. Not only was he a force for idealism but he never members at knew he helped one ten year old girl overcome a right S e l l e r s n e e d B y e r s paralyzing shyness through membership in the Charlie received Brown Club. - Carolyn Johnson awards for c a l l C a r l support of f > l » f III PI >'» W* X one of their G r t u y * The Assistance League of Fullerton many on­ going Celebrates 6o Years of Service charities to the Community by. D isc o v e r y Hosting the Thel5th Annual Annual Spring Tea ; Great American 3pm-6pm Thursday March 9 Write-In Chapter House Saturday March 11 WHEN YOU NEED EXPERIENCE 233 West Amerige Avenue 9:30 am-lpm Fullerton The University Club UCI Jan M. Flory For more information about The Pen Is Mightier (714) 525-9998 i this fun social event or to Than The Sword i learn more about League • Divorce 1 Custody/ Visitation Sponsored by WOMEN FOR: i membership & charities call ORANGE COUNTY • Guardianship 1 Support Modification • Adoption ■ Real Estate Backgnd 1 President Sylvia Jarvi More Info (949) 581- 1 (714) 990-0406 3938/376-1511 141 West Wilshire, Ste. C, Fullerton, CA 92832 Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library MARCH 1,2000 FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 7 “Fullerton Observed” Photos & Text by Alex Buck ©2000 Can you identify this Fullerton landmark? All pictures in this series are taken from places that are accessible to the public within the city of Fullerton. The answer appears on next page.

Rotatarian and Fullerton Councilmember Don Bankhead chooses a lucky winner at the Rotary Club’s Annual Charity fundraiser as President Leroy Fulton looks on. In The Spirit Of A Small Town Natalie Kennedy

Everyone was there! With the spirit of a Tim Mountain, Senior Librarian in small town coming together to benefit it’s charge o f Reference, Fullerton Public less fortunate citizens the Rotary Club do­ Library nated $16,000 to charity at their annual fundraiser concert at Plummer Auditorium. The concert featuring Frank Sinatra, Dean Damas de Caridad Gala 2000 Benefit For What are you Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. look-alikes was fun. The highlight however, was a St. Jude’s Set for March 18 reading? great Liza Minnelli look-alike who acted, Damas de Caridad (Ladies of Charity) and St. Jude Medical Center are teaming sounded and danced like Liza herself. All up to present this year’s black tie benefit “Gala 2000” on Saturday, March 18,2000, Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea the attitude and energy was there! Also at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The event will benefit St. Jude Heart Institute by Gary Kinder outstanding was Paul Desmond, a come­ and features singer, songwriter and entertainer Gary Morris and the 11 -piece band dian who had the entire audience laughing “The Rembrandts.” • What attracted you to it? without a break. Pat Rizzo’s fabulous 20- Morris has appeared on Broadway in “La Boheme” and was the first American It was recommedned by a friend and as a piece “big band” orchestra performed artist to play Jean Valjean in “Les Miserables.” The Texas bom vocalist has had work of historical non-fiction, the subject throughout the evening. The pianist, with 16 top-10 singles and five #1 hits as well as being winner of the 1984 Song of the seemed intriguing. flying fingers, was incredible. Year from both the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country • What is it about? Four worthy charities; The Boys & Girls Music for his original rendition of “Wind Beneath My Wings.” The book is about a ship filled with gold and Club, YWCA, YMCA and St. Jude’s Out­ The evening will begin at 5:30pm with a cocktail reception. Dinner will be served passengers from the California Motherload re­ reach Services for Children program, were at 7pm with entertainment to follow. The goal of Gala 2000 is to raise $70,000 to gion in 1857. When caught in a terrible hurri­ honored on stage for their dedicated work help renovate and purchase new equipment for the cardiac catheterization labora­ cane in the Atlantic Ocean off the Carolina benefiting children and each was presented tory. “The Cath Lab is a crucial element used by our physicians to identify the coast it sinks. Years later a group of salvagers with a check for $4,000. Leroy Fulton, location and extent of a patient’s heart disease,” explains Robert Frachetti, St. Jude go looking for the shipwreck and it’s contents. President of Fullerton Main Rotary thanked CEO and president. Last year heart specialists performed more than 1,000 They find the gold and other items that lay on the participants of each of these special interventional procedures and 20,000 tests in the cath lab. the Ocean bottom. groups, the Rotarians who work to provide Tickets for Gala 2000 are $225 per person ($145 tax deductible). For more • Would you recommed it? funds and the audience members for their information about the event or to reserve tickets, call (714) 992-3033. Yes, absolutely. contributions. Damas de Caridad, founded in 1929, is a non-profit organization of women in • What will you read next? Orange and Los Angeles counties who support St. Jude Medical Center, a ministry A History of Wales by John Davies. of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange. This column is compiled by Dr. Diane Ross and will be a regular feature in the Observer this year.

75th Anniversary Gala

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will be celebrating their 75th year in Fullerton at 2pm March 19th and you are invited. The DAR was $ottp * $ eJU b founded in Washington, D.C. in 1890 to promote education, patriotic endeavor and historic preserva­ • fm d v k k tion in the new and fast developing nation. The Fuller­ p ton Chapter of DAR was founded March 19, 1925. i Buy One Bagel Sane Many awards are given to students and young people across the country. In Fullerton, Good Citizen, Ameri­ I & Drink @ Regular Price can History Essay and Patriotism Awards are pre­ Get 2nd Sandwich* Free! sented to area students at an Awards ceremony in *of equal or lesser value March. ROTC and US Constitution Awards are addi­ | FyVith this Coupon. Expires 3/29/00 tional awards given at June graduation ceremonies. The celebration High Tea will be held at the Sheraton On Harbor (Si Cornu Four Points Hotel on South Raymond in Fullerton and is open to all members, family and friends. Informa­ in Downtown Fullerton Mrs. Joy Gage, Mrs. Jerry Elliot, Mrs Carol Belcher and Mrs. Ronnie Martin o f the Daughters o f the American Revolution. tion on DAR membership can be obtained by contact­ (7 1 4 ) 8 7 9 - 1 9 6 0 # ing Membership Chairman, Mrs. Mary Jackson, 879- Open 7-Days Other Fullerton members include: Mrs. LeRoy Kaump, Mrs. 7972 or Mrs Helen MacKain at 529-3666 Jeannie Ertel, Kay Haworth, Mrs. Keri Lawson, Mrs. Marilyn Skinner and Marlene Tracy. GRAND OPENING Looking fo r an A lternative to the Kennel? CHINA LOTUS RESTAURANT 2 0 % OFF K a th i’s LUNCH or DINNER SM tL tL i f with this coupon CRITTER CARE expires March 29, 2000 “Fullerton Family Owned & Operated Since 1985” OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK limited one per person i Daily Pet Care At Your Home Includes: lla.m.-lOp.m. • Feeding • Exercise • Yard Clean-Up Dine in or take it to go • Mail & Paper Pick-Up • Lots of Love CATERING AVAILABLE (714) 525-0556 2431 E. Chapman Ave. Fullerton LICENSED BONDED (714) 738-0888 Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Located in famous I Love a Gershwin Tune, How About You?” The words •FULLERTON COLLEGE CAMPUS THEATRE - (714) 992- of that old song run through my mind as I recall Fullerton Villa del Sol 7298; • WESTSIDE STORY; Musical Drama 8pm Opens Civic Light Opera’s performance of “Crazy For You” March 16 -25; Tickets $10.50/$12.50 now playing at Plummer Auditorium through March 5. For Reservations call •PLUMMER AUDITORIUM: 278-3371; *Civic Light Opera So many favorite songs were featured. “Bidin’ My Time,” “Embraceable You,” “You Can’t Take That presents ’’CRAZY forYOU - See Review this page. (714) 525-5682 Away From Me,” “Things Are Looking Up,” and “Fve 305 N. Harbor Blvd. (at Wilshire) • SO. COAST REPERTORY Tickets $18-$47/ (714)708- Got Rhythm” are just a few of the perennial favorites Fullerton, CA 5555; 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa • Opening included in this celebration of song and dance. (4 miles North o f Disneyland) March 7 thru April 9 - The California premiere of the Irish play The story line was often used back in the 1930’s when The BEAUTY QUEEN of LEENANE; tells a sometimes George and Ira’s original version, “Girl Crazy,” opened dark, frequently hilarious story of a mother and her spinster on Broadway. The book, rewritten as “Crazy For You” daughter. Trapped in a desolate cot- by Ken Ludwig won a 1992 Tony Award for best ye­ saqj tage in equally desolate lives, the two musical. David Brannen is a natural in the role of Bobby women engage in a battle of wills until Childs, a stage struck, reluctant banker, sent to Deadrock, an interested neighbor offers the Nevada, to foreclose on a failing theater, where he falls ll G hiotto R istorante younger woman a final chance at es­ in love with Polly (Leanna Polk), the beautiful, talented cape. daughter of the theater owner. He energizes the dispir­ Fine Italian Cuisine •STAGES THEATER: 525-4484; 400 E. ited ghost town hangers-on and pairs them with a bevy of Commonwealth Ave. ‘tickets $15 • high kicking, precision tapping, blond chorines from 136 E. Commonwealth Ave. Fri-Sat 8pm/ Sun. 6pm • RUMORS by Broadway to realize his fantasies, save the theater and Neil Simon - thru March 12. LATE win the girt. Fullerton NIGHT Comedys written by Todd Director/Choreographer Don Ward set a sprightly dance (112 blk. East of Harbor Blvd.) Langwell and Kirk Huff. Fri /Sat 10:15 pace for the entire cast. A 20-piece live orchestra con­ tel.(714)447'0775 fax. (714)447-0644 thru-March 11 /$6 separately or $3 with ducted by Lee Kreter was inspired by the music. The purchase of ticket to RUMORS. night we saw the musical the curtain rang down about the Reservations recommended •SUNNY HILLS PERFORMING ARTS- middle of the second act with the ominous announce­ Dinner Nightlydbunch Mon * Fri 8 7 0 -3 4 0 0 *DRAMA-THON; Frid ay ment, “We are experiencing technical difficulties. A line Full Bar-Great wine selection March 3 from 4pm to 11:45 - 8 hours of has broken, please be patient.” Then the orchestra really non-stop entertainment including act­ showed its virtuosity, repeating both the first and second ing, singing, dancing & comedy by 50 act overtures - glorious music, the quality of a Boston H students. Pops concert. How much musical pleasure George $8.95 Early Diner Special Gershwin managed to give us before his death at age 38. VANGUARD THEATER: 699-AS.State When the curtain rose again there was a dazzling scene Bruschetta appetizer-freshly baked College Blvd between Orangethorpe of Broadway with David Brannen dancing in the style of Italian and Foccaccia breads-Dinner and Commonwealth. (714) 738- Gene Kelly, and a troop of tap dancing chorines. A few salad-Choose from 5 entrees-Spumoni 3841 ;*Orange County Playwrights minutes later, we are back in Deadrock, a street scene ice creanrWin e, coffee, tea or soda Alliance; 2pm SATURDAY March fading into a tree tiered, interior stage. Finally, a big 18; “DISCOVERIES AT THE VAN­ Valid Mon - Fri 5 pm- 6 pm production number shows how the ghost town, through GUARD” Can love overcome lines of the magic of theatrical enterprise has been transformed race & class? What price does a con­ into a thriving Las Vegas, a great rags to riches culmina­ vict really play? 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She The Plummer, with its well equipped stage, provides a was 23 and he was 14 when they met; great venue for a musical. An extra bonus is seeing the neither of them guessed they’d even­ murals of early California on the western exterior while tually fall in love. But they have, and strolling outside during intermission. Janet has chosen to marry him. Free at Tickets are available at the Fullerton Civic Light Opera last, Arbie “comes home” to Janet’s building, 218 W. Commonwealth Ave., Monday through Beverly Hills condo - just as Janet’s 14- Friday, 10:00am to 5:00pm, and Saturdays from noon to year -old daughter from her first mar­ 4:00pm. For information call (714) 526-3832. Website riage unexpectedly walks bach into her www.fclo.com life. W hile Janet again has a family, this “family life” will prove far more chal­ lenging than she perceives. $5

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Jullerton Observer Community Calendar FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 11 CORRECTION Hits and Misses PLEASE: Don’t blame the writers or proofreaders for errors in the paper. They are By Joyce Mason ©2000 innocent! I am to blame. For instance in our last issue Joyce Mason’s review of Cider THE HURRICANE: A Hit and a Miss House Rules was accidentally reformated Please accept my apology. - Sharon

Nominated for a Best Actor He finds an existential freedom in not al­ Academy Award, Denzel Washington lowing himself to want anything that he can­ demonstrates that his extraordinary acting not have in prison. And in the hours he is not talents include the dedication needed to reading, Carter works on his autobiography, become abelievable middleweight boxing “The Sixteenth Round,” published in 1973. champion. Losing 44 pounds and training Through an odd set of circumstances, in the ring for months, Washington plays this book finds its way into the hands of Lesra Rubin “Hurricane” Carter with a nice bal­ Martin, a teenager who has been rescued ance of gusto and restraint. from his neglectful parents by a trio of well- The Hurricane traces Carter’s life meaning Canadians. Lisa, Sam, and Terry with a series of flashbacks and flash for­ have taught Martin to read, and the power of wards as it recounts his troubled boyhood “The Sixteenth Round” is to transform all of in Patterson, New Jersey, where he spent their lives. Gradually they focus their re­ much of his youth in correctional facili­ sources and energies on obtaining Carter’s ties. Following a stint in the armed forces. release. Carter boxes his way to a middleweight The circumstances that have united championship even after a “bad call” in his Lisa, Sam, and Terry and the motivation that fight against Emile Griffith in 1963. propels them is never made clear. The Hurri­ At the height of his boxing ca­ cane asks us to believe in the authenticity of reer, Carter is wrongfully arrested for the its story but then obfuscates important details murder of three employees in a bar that he that need to be clarified if we are to accept the frequents. Detective Vincent Della Pesca, events as real. As presented, the three Cana­ who has hounded Carter since his boy­ dians puzzle us even as they occupy a large hood, lays the groundwork for a certain part of the second half of the film. conviction. Played by Dan Hedaya, Della They are shown doing much of the “Value above all price” at Cal State Pesca is an evil and sinister racist who is investigative work that eventually leads to not content until Carter is incarcerated for Carter’s release. Yet the real life attorneys by Lise Belke “The sparseness of the stage is part of the life. who took Carter’s appeal to the federal courts Thornton Wilder’s enduring drama of power of the play,” says director Joseph Billed as a “true story of an inno­ claim that the Canadians (who apparently Arnold. “Through our imagination as audi­ cent man’s 20-year fight for justice,” The life in a small, New England town returns were nine rather than three) did very little of March 3 to Little Theatre at the California ence members, we implicate ourselves, we Hurricane suffers from its loose tamper­ the research. And in a play for authenticity at become invested in the characters and their ing with the actual events. For example, State University, Fullerton. “Our Town”, the closing of the film, the on-screen mes­ one of the first theatre productions on the world.” Della Pesca is a fictional character who sages tell us that the youthful Martin grows The Stage Manager, who narrates the action provides us a villain easy to hate, but his Fullerton campus, is being performed in up to become a lawyer and that Carter moves connection with the 40th anniversary of and speaks directly to the audience, was an presence offers a simplistic explanation to Canada after his release. However, they innovation of Wilder. In the current produc­ for a complex set of circumstances that the university. neglect to tell us that Lisa and Carter eventu­ “Our Town” is set in a particular place tion, a woman (Rita Rene) is cast in the part actually encompassed many levels of le­ ally marry. without changing a single line of the script. gal jurisdictions. and time: Grover’s Corner at the turn of Even with its flaws, The Hurricane the century. Yet the transcendent, spiri­ “There is no particular reason some roles While in prison, Carter reinvents provides a powerful vehicle for Denzel Wash­ need to be gender-bound,” says Arnold. “A himself as an ascetic and an intellectual. tual quality of the play continues to fasci­ ington to show a great range of acting ability nate audiences. “Our Town is not offered woman Stage Manager is wonderful in this He reads Malraux and Baldwin, urges his as he moves from Carter, the ferocious hurri­ play. There are a lot of echoes and shadings wife to divorce and forget him, and turns as a picture of life in a New Hampshire cane of a boxer, to Carter, the lean and self- village; or as a speculation about condi­ that occur.” inward all the ferocious energy that once controlled author. “Our Town” plays March 3 until distinguished him in the ring. tions of life after death... It is an attempt to find a value above all price for the March 12 at Little Theatre, Cali­ smallest events of our daily life,” Wilder fornia State University, Fullerton. writes in the preface to Three Plavs. General admission is $8. Student, “OurTown”, winner of the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for drama, is a groundbreaking play. senior discount is $6. For more The stage is bare except for props such as information, call the Performing tables, chairs, and a ladder. Arts box office at (714) 278-3371.

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FULLERTON FC JAZZ BAND CD REVIEW JAZZ TO by John McElligott, Jr. SWITZERLAND The Ensemble and Jazz Combo “Piranha” groups from Fullerton College have been invited to participate in Fullerton C ollege Jazz Band the 2000 Montreux Jazz Festival, one of the oldest and most presti­ E v e r since 1981, I’ve looked forward to the Fullerton gious jazz fesitivals in Europe. College Jazz Band’s annual recording. That was the year the The twenty-six students, who will band’s “Escape to Asylum” disc knocked a certain young jazz participate in clinics, workshops critic off his feet. I was a student at the college, and had heard and concerts as part of the experi­ the band live several times. But for a college jazz band to record ence, will pay their own expenses a jazz album, and for it to be that good, I was, well, flabber­ through various fundrasiers to be gasted. But, at the same time, I was hooked. held prior to the trip next July. Jump ahead a handful of years to 2000, and this not-quite- (Also see CD review this page) as-young jazz critic is still hooked. And for good reason. The FC Jazz Band remains one of, if not, the best community Cloning Animals college jazz band in the state. And “Piranha,” its recording for the last year of the millennium, holds up for the tradition for Genes Scientific excellence of its predecessors. And for one simple reason: the band, and director Dr. Gregory Woll, thankfully refuse to fall & Ethical into the dreaded trap of playing just the standards. And given that this critic is a jazz purist (or “jazz snob,” as my girlfriend Consideration so lovingly puts it), that’s quite a mouthful! Dr. Anna Brownell, chair of Bio­ “Piranha” flies in the face of current jazz norm. Instead of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF logical Sciences, explains the sci­ relying on the often-covered works of such famous composers Left to Right: Fullerton Union High School juniors: Jennifer Murphy, Erin Fry entific advances leading to cloning, as Duke Ellington, Bill Evans, and Thelonius Monk, as many and Andrea Dodson will take the spotlight as tree of Tevye’s five daughters in the various types of cloning, and jazz artists tend to do these days, the band has opted to go with the FUHS Academy of the Arts production of “Fiddler on the Roof’ at the the ethical and moral issues sur­ lesser-known pieces. Seven of these were commissioned solely Plummer Auditorium. The show runs evenings at 7:30pm; March 24,25,31 and rounding it, March 2 at Chapman for this project, including one, “Prelude (to Long Time Com­ April 1. There is a matinee at 1:30pm April 1. The Tony-award winning musical University in Orange. For more in­ ing),” written by band bassist Jeff Hawley. Jazz is a music form has been translated into 16 languages and has been performed thousands of times formation on this and other lectures that needs to continually move forward to stay fresh. To do so across the globe. No other American musical has so magically woven music, in the Town & Gown Lunch at the requires searching out new composing talents. To do otherwise dance, laughter and tenderness into such an unforgettable experience. Tickets: Forum Series call the University at would doom jazz to remain a music form anchored in the past general admission $8; $7 students/seniors. box office (714)671-1084 (714) 997-6563 with sight to the present or future. Now that I’m done preaching, it’s time to get back to the review. Featuring two bands on one disc also helps keep the music fresh. Mixing performances by the 19-piece jazz band with the smaller (ten-piece) “Cabana Boys” ensemble allows gq Find the listener to hear both large and small group settings, keeping the pace of the CD both fresh and vital. The big band kicks things off with a wholly danceable tune, “Bar Talk.” This is truly a case of putting on your dancin’ shoes. The Brian Setzer Orchestra would be lucky to generate this much heat on a good night. The same could be said for the pmbVlcAJeff Cabana Boys’ scorcher, “Long Time Cornin’.” With its under­ lying Latin groove and funky rhythm grooves, this baby smokes in a serious way. If you can sit still during this one I’d K?d S in ^ rs advice you to check your pulse. What continues to amaze me about this group of young P*E$IMTS ffi£ 5th tassl Iwfil fuadrah« musicians is just how tight they sound. 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MARCH 1, 2000 NEWS FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 15 A s producer, Duncan delegates authority to the directors, choreographers, costume and set Griff Duncan designers and managers, and the many other employ­ ees he hires. He makes sure they are the most experi­ enced and best in their fields, as he and Jan are “Crazy for responsible for maintaining the quality and the repu­ tation of the company. He sits in on auditions too, “While a performer, for instance, of the caliber of John Raitt, who did two shows for us, is not expected You” to audition, nearly everyone else is. Someone may by Edith Wood Harvath have an excellent reputation and be very popular but not necessarily right for the part we are casting.” Jan, “Crazy for You” opens February 18 th as as artistic director, keeps an eye on rehearsals and Fullerton Civic Light Opera celebrates its 28th makes sure everything is running smoothly. She also season of presenting musical theater to the people of occasionally performs in a production and recently Orange County. The company, founded by Jan and played the part of Carlotta in “Phantom of the Opera.” Griff Duncan in 1971, put on its first musical tt'T ' “Fiddler on the Roof’ in 1972 and then went on to 1 he theater business has changed over produce 96 others. It is still going strong. the years, it’s difficult to get shows from New York. Duncan works out of an office on Com­ They run for years and people such as Andrew Llyod monwealth Avenue in Fullerton, not far from the Weber say they won’t release any of their new works. Plummer Auditorium where the shows are per­ That’s why 90 of the largest music theater producers formed. Colorful posters form previous produc­ in the country have formed an alliance - to create new tions hang on the walls, various and sundry props works, shows that don't necessarily come from Broad­ from past shows are everywhere and a comfortable way or end up there. Jan and I go to New York every sofa adds a welcoming touch. September to see the Festival of New Works. We Behind this room, where business is con­ swap equipment, costumes and sets with the other ducted, are other rooms - one holds costumes and companies to cut costs. We recently put on “Children sewing equipment and another holds scenery and of Eden” a new work by Steven Swarz. Now we are construction materials and workshop. There is also renting out the costumes and sets to four other compa­ a stage where auditions are held and rehearsals take nies who are also producing it. This enables us to place. supplement our income above and beyond the contri­ “We do more than put on musicals,” butions we receive, and the profits we make from the shows.” Duncan explained, after a tour of the place. “We D u n can ’s background is in business. In fact he and wife, Jan have the also make costumes and scenery for our own pro­ perfect partnership - she excels in the artistic realm, while he handles the duction company and to rent out to other companies financial side. “Audiences have been receptive to as well.” This isn’t surprising when you consider “We met at a soloist rehearsal for “The Messiah” in the Bay Area,” new productions, They are willing to FwnwnnvTm TTTm w Duncan went on. “Jan was a singer with a big booming voice and a wide range who had been performing on stage since age eight. She wanted me give them a try. This season we’re putting on another new work, Mirette, SALSA to try out for a stage show, even though I’d never worked on the musical comedy stage before.” Although Duncan had majored in business in but there will also be the perennial college, he possessed a good baritone voice and had sung in the college LOS MAMBISES choir and in quartets. He managed to land a role.‘7 decided I liked favorites, Always Patsy Cline; On the performing and discovered you not only get to hold the girl you get to kiss Town ; and Crazy for You. ” 9pm SUNDAY MARCH 19 her too, ” This talented and enterprising couple, par­ at the Hub Cafe He went on to play nearly every major baritone role, doing Harold ents of five and grandparents of eleven, have no plans Hill from “The Music Man” three times. “During the 60s, musical compa­ to retire, “As long as you enjoy what you do, and it’s 124 East Commonwealth Avenue nies were doing great,” he recalled. “There was an unending supply of plays rewarding - that’s what keeps you going.” Good news coming off Broadway. I thought, if the guys running these companies - for Orange County lovers of musical theater. Entrance in Back most of whom had no business experience - could stay alive, then we could.” Griff and Jan created the Contra Costa Music Theatre, producing No Cover Charge - Ample Fullerton Civic Light Opera (714) 879- musicals over the next eight years. He didn’t give up his day job, though, 1732. The 2000 season includes “Crazy for parking continuing to work in management for Hunt’s Foods. When he was transferred to Fullerton, the couple decided that the newly refurbished You” Feb 18-March 5; “Mirette” May 12- ; Whittier-based, six-member Plummer Auditorium would be the perfect place for Fullerton Civic Light 28’ “Always Patsy Cline” July 14-30; and

More info: http:// Community Opinions Continued on Page 22 members.aol.com/ losmambises/ working closely with surrounding communities to Environmentalists Say Yes on Prop 1A address environmental impacts. In addition, tribes As committed environmentalists, we believe it is essential to join with have been actively opposing both the development of California tribes in support of Prop 1A on the March 7, 2000 ballot. the Ward Valley Nuclear Waste Dump, and destruc­ Since 1988, Indian casinos in California have provided jobs that have taken tion of the Headwaters ancient forest. Indeed, Indian Indians off welfare and supplied vitally needed funds for education, housing tribes are bound by Federal environmental statutes azzm en and healthcare for tribal members. Most importantly, Indian gaming has put including the Clean Air act, Endangered Species Act, California tribes on the road to self-reliance that is so richly deserved. Federal Antiquities Act, Historic Preservation Act, featuring Chet Jaeger foremost practitioner of In 1998, California voters overwhelmingly passed Prop 5, which was and most importantly, the National Environmental the middle-register cornet & six men of equal overturned on a legal technicality by the State Supreme Court. Subsequently, Policy Act. In fact, Indian tribes were our Nation’s accomplishment & experience. a constitutional amendment. Prop 1 A, was placed on the March 7,2000 ballot first environmentalists. 7pm Tuesday March 7 by the Governor and the legislature to allow California voters to - once and for For these reasons, we urge you to join with us to all - make clear that Indian gaming on tribal lands is legal in our state. support California tribes on their path towards eco­ First United Methodist Church While we don’t necessarily favor gambling, we support this important nomic self-reliance and vote Yes on 1A on March 7, amendment because it is clear that Indian gaming has allowed tribes to vastly 2000. 114 N. Pomona at Commonwealth improve the conditions in which they live - simple things that many take for Tickets $5 • 871-4115 granted - such as providing educa­ David Allgood ( LA League of Conservation Voters) tion, modern water delivery and treat­ Ted Danson (American Oceans Campaign) ment systems, and has significantly Linda Gray (Actress, ECO Boardmember) reduced welfare and unemployment Adi Liberman (Heal the bay) on reservations. Wendi Malik (Actress) California tribes, who historically Mark Murray (Californians Against Waste) have been left with remote, unpro­ Gary Petersen (Founder, Ecolo-Haul Recycling) ductive lands, have an excellent record Tom Soto (Coalition for Clean Air) on environmental issues, including Robert Sulnick (Co-founder, American Oceans T HOMPSON Campaign) CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING ^BUY NOW AND SA' SIX MONTHS SAME AS CASH Robert D Thompson, D.C. BEST OF A lt, LOWER MONTHLY trntlTY BILLS 202 West Amerige, Suite A FREE ESTIMATES Fullerton, CA 92832 AIHFPT A TO [714) 525-029! /YJLJollJtv 1 / \ l l v 2021 W COMMONWEALTH,FULLERTON CUSTOM MADE INDOOR WEATHER 526-6368 Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

Page 16 FULLERTON OBSERVER NEWS MARCH 1,2000 TRAIL TALK by Denny Bean

The Community Services Department received a $200,000 TEA-21 grant from of the State Department of Parks and Recreation for the construction of the Union Pacific Right-of-Way trail. The trail will con­ nect the train station with Independence Park and the future skate park. There will be both a hard and soft trail with other improvements such as benches, vegeta­ tion, and lighting. Small driveways have been added for trail users on Camino Rey at the north end of Grissom Park. This was done to give a straight line crossing at the street avoiding private property. Much work has been done in removing soil from the concrete gutters in the upper reaches of the Sunny Hills trail. The removed soil has been added to the trail tread in an attempt to raise it to the height of the gutter lip. Fullerton Much of the brush overgrowth was also removed. I Creek understand that kids assigned to the probation depart­ turns ment completed these tasks. What a constructive way into a for these young citizens to spend their time. raging The trail segment along the City’s golf course has had more netting added. This Newly river will now protect trail users from potential execution by an errant tee shot. It’s about cleaned due to time! gutters heavy The rains and use have really improved the rough gravel placed on the trail around just in rains Coyote Hills Golf Course. As anticipated the larger rocks have sunk and the smaller time for decomposed granite has risen creating a much smoother and tighter surface. the rain The City’s Development Department prepared a new color trail map that is awaiting approval before it can be released to the public. This will provide an excellent tool for those unfamiliar with our extensive and complex trail system. Don't just reprint your heirloom black & white photos...

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Sepia tones the print from "grays" to "browns" giving it that "old-fashion" look, and provides a "shell" of protection. > Real Black & White work done in-house. If All Bond Measures Are Approved W I l f The “Yes We Can* Photo Lab email: [email protected] » http://www.flash.net/-roysfoto According to the Legislative Analyst, if all five of the bonds on the March ballot 405 E. Commonwealth Avenue, Fullerton, CA 02832 are approved, it will have little effect on the state’s 4.1% debt ratio, since (714) 871-4440 • Fax (714) 871-4FAX (4329) General Fund revenue is expected to increase at a faster pace than the new debt resulting from sales of these bonds. Nutwood Ave. What Is A Bond? Chapman Ave. A bond is a form of borrowing often used by state and local governments, usually to pay for capital outlay projects that would be too costly to pay for at Commonwealth Ave. one time. In effect, investors loan money to the government for a specific project and are repaid with interest over a specified number of years. Why Are Bonds On The Ballot? IN In California, when the state wants to borrow money through a general obliga­ tion bond, this action must be approved by a majority of the voters. This ensures 91 Freeway investors that the bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the state. How Do State General Obligation Bonds Get On The Ballot? They are put on the ballot by a two-thirds vote of both houses of the legislature with the signature of the Governor, or through a voter initiative. SPECIALIBuy One Pasta Meal • Get 2nd Half Off! How Does Repayment Affect The State Budget And My Taxes? Choose between five delicious Pasta’s & Sauce’s The principle and interest on bonds are repaid from the state’s General Fund. Money in the fund comes from personal income taxes (47%) sales taxes (35%), (includes Salad & Garlic Bread) corporate income taxes (12%), and several smaller sources (6%). o t How Are Bonds Repaid? Bonds are a debt, and repaying them takes precedence over any other expendi­ NAKED PASTA • - ture. Currently the state’s bond debt is about 4.1% of the General Fund revenues. Payments on the state’s General Fund debt will be around $2.6 billion during the Corner of N. Harbor & Chapman 1999-00 fiscal year. ( the old Fox Theater comer) www.SmartVoter.org Your one stop source for nonpartisan election (714) information on • candidates • ballot issues • polling place • results League of Women Voters o f California 992-4088 Take out Orders too! Offer valid w/ this ad only - Not valid w/ other discounts Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library MARCH 1,2000 NEWS FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 17 VOTE MARCH 7, 2000 THE SAFE & HEALTHY COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE

F o r o u r F a m il ie s • F o r o u r F u t u r e Save Orange County From: • An Airport At El Toro Jails Of Over 1000 Beds In Your Neighborhood • Toxic Waste Dumps Students in Mrs Judd’s Ladera Vista class raised money to save the sight of four people. The story begins on page 5 Your Neighbors in Support of a Y E S o n F “The Gift of Sight” Project • ROBERT WARD • DEDE & ED GINTER Continued from page 5 Ladera Vista teacher’s aide RukiyaMohamedali • JEANNE & RED BLUM has personal knowledge of the eyesight clinics. Her father was formerly president of a Lion’s • MICHELE & JIM POWELL T h en David (not his real name) raised Club in Mombassa, Kenya and, as achild, Rukiya • DORIAN HUNTER his hand waving a dollar bill, and vol­ had actually been to what she called “the eye • DAVE TEMPLE unteered to both donate to and collect camps” and seen surgeries performed! She will for the eyesight fund. The next day I speak about her experiences to our class next •CAROL AD AMS was pleased to discover David was the week. A couple of students asked to do extra • KATIE & TOM DALTON person who had made the “too smart to credit reports on Kenya and Nancy Daugherty is waste money” comment. David said he writing about our project for the school paper.. • MIKE & KAREN HALUZA had just been teasing his friend, and Recently, Jullian Day looked up from the poster • ALICE ARANA hadn’t meant anything by the earlier she was designing, smiled and said, “I’m going to • CHARLES BENNETT remark. I believe him. His recent ac­ remember this for a long time.” So am I. Thanks, tions reinforced my knowledge of him kids. I couldn’t be more proud of you. • JUDITRASPORT as a bright, kind, and friendly kid. PS: When I bragged about my students to the • NANNETTE KAFKA Then two students came up with the receptionist at my chiropractor’s office, she pulled idea of getting the entire school in­ out a dollar to donate. Ladera Vista’s office staff • ROY & IRENE KOBAYASHI volved. I wasn’t in love with the extra donated $19. History teacher Carroll Smith told • BARBARA WELBORN work that the project would entail, but her homeroom she would match every dollar • LOIS LAUGHLIN have you ever tried to slow down “full they donated. And it keeps growing. So far the steam ahead” 12-year-olds? Along with fundraising effort has raised $403.11 almost • LISA SNOWDEN-MORRISSEY several other girls, they were soon talk­ enough to save the sight of four people. If you •BARBARA ARON ing with the principal, making posters would like to donate to help save a persons sight at home, writing bulletin notices, get- you may by sending donations to “The Gift of • JAN CHANTLAND tingenvelopes for every homeroom and Sight Project” Ladera Vista PTA, Ladera Vista • MARY CARROLL using their math skills to keep track of Junior High, 1700 East Wilshire, Fullerton, CA • TERRI GRASSI the money donated. 92831 • JANINE HARRIS • NATALIE KENNEDY • SASKIA KILPATRICK Escape to Historic Julian Innkeepers Pat and Darrell Straube • ELEANOR STAIT Welcome You to GLORIA & KARL SCHLAEPFER Their Stylish Country Inn. • NAOMI JUE Enjoy • BECKY HALL • CHRISTINE TOKUGAWA Deluxe Accommodations, • DONNA HORNICK Delicious Country Fresh Cuisine, • CINDY & JOHN SIRACUSE Friendly Personal Service. • JUDY HIROU Explore the Surrounding Countryside. w • DIANE REED w Make Discoveries in our Historic Town. • LAURALYN ESCHNER • SALLY ZIVITZ S 2 Orchard Hill Country Inn • PHYLLIS COPP o u A Romantic Country Escape in the Heart of Julian's • NANCEE & CHUCK BUCK C« Historic District •DR. ALMA PITTS E3 H<— • JUDITH KALUZNY Z 800-71-ORCHARD 5 (800/716-7242) www.orchardhill.com • ANTHONY REUTZ 2 2 2502 Washington St., Julian, CA 92036 • MARION DEMETT O • CATHERINE ROMERO u • DR. ROBERT HEERES a>* H • DOUG CHAFFEE j < • PAULETTE MARSHALL aw SAVE THE TREES • JOHN & SUSAN WOODS <% u • DICK & MARY GLASSBERG bn < • JIM & NADENE IVENS cr • FRED & JOYCE MASON as5* SAVE HILLCREST • MAURENE MASON at, O • E. J. BORAH bn Q • DON CASE < PARK • MARTI SCHRANK a- • KATHY & GEORGE DASNEY PAID FOR BY LOCAL CONCERNED CITIZEN Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Another lack in sources is not required. Some say apply the same rules to bottled water, industry Bottled water: this is “mirage regulation.” successfully lobbied against public notifica­ the regulatory In one especially egregious case tion. In 1998 the National Drinking Water structure is that in Massachusetts, water from a Advisory Council (a congressionally chartered Purer than Pure? the public is not well in an industrial parking lot advisory body to EPA) urged that the EPA and next to a toxic waste site was sold notified of pos­ FDA work together to insure that information Fran Mathews Trihalomethanes are formed under several labels from 1993 to about bottled water be made available in as when chlorine reacts with or­ sible contamina­ 1996 as “spring water” with a beau­ complete and readily accessible form as tap Bottled water is definitely a ganic substances present in wa­ tion. The Safe tiful mountain lake on the labels. water is now. However, no action is foresee­ ter. Chloroform is one example, growth industry, worth over $4 billion in Drinking Water It was heavily contaminated with able. The NRDC, as part of their report, urged 1997 when average consumption was 12.7 and it has been associated with organic solvents. The FDA re­ that the FDA strengthen its regulatory and la­ gallons per year. And Californians drink cancer and possibly miscar­ Act of 1996 fused to take action because there beling requirements. Labels should provide more than anyone else, more than the next riages and birth defects when specifies that the was a spring beside the parking lot consumers with information about the source, 5 states combined. But, what are we present in tap water. About 15 that ran a little at certain times of treatment, possible contaminants present in the bottled waters were above the public must be getting for our money? It’s difficult to be notified of con­ the year, and the label didn’t say water, and relevant health issues. The NRDC sure. Product labeling is poor and neither 10 parts per billion level adopted this water came from the moun­ also urged the FDA to include bottled water on public reporting of analyses or notifica­ by California and by the Inter­ taminants in tains or the lake. Finally, a state their Web site, along with information regard­ tion of violations is required. Appropriate national Bottled Water Asso­ drinking water, employee turned whistleblower. ing the quality of various waters, but as of now, ciation (IB WA), but none above regulatory agencies do not make data avail­ and of many The well was finally closed but the FDA’s Web site is silent on this. A toll-free able. Bottled water is low on the FDA’s the 100 ppb FDA limit. Chemi­ Massachusetts Department of consumer hotline is also recommended, but at priority list and they seem to be reluctant cal contaminants used in gaso­ other aspects of Health reassigned the woman to this time unavailable. The FDA devotes very to undertake any new regulatory initia­ line and plastic, by other indus­ the water supply. other duties. little manpower to bottled water. tives. The few available studies have tries (for example, xylene, tolu­ Although efforts The FDA only regulates water ene, and phthalate) were found sold interstate, about one-third of shown that bottled water quality is gener­ were made at the The bottled water industry is built on public ally good, and safe, but in a minority of in 16% of the waters in at least the total. Water that is produced perception that bottled water is pure and good cases, water can be contaminated with one sample, but all were below time to apply the and sold within one state is regu­ for you, unlike unreliable tap water. Accord­ man-made chemicals or with bacteria. A state or federal limits. Several same rules to lated by the states. Although state ingly, about 85% of bottlers belong to the Inter­ mineral waters had relatively consumer cannot automatically assume bottled water, requirements vary, California has national Bottled Water Association (IBWA). that bottled water is any better than water high levels of nitrate, but still a fairly strict program. Bottlers This organization is actively involved in main­ that comes from the tap. below limits. Babies are more industry success­ are required to test weekly for taining water quality, and has quite strict, but sensitive to nitrate than are fully lobbied coliform bacteria, and annually for voluntary, regulations for water purification. One obvious and major difference be­ adults. High levels of nitrate against public chemical contaminants. To obtain Although they consider the public’s right to can prevent their blood from annual licensing, water sources tween tap water and bottled water is cost. notification. know “dopey,” the IBWA does favor better Bottling water is a wonderful business carrying oxygen, causing blue must be approved and contami­ labeling. They are also part of a nationwide whereby water costing a fraction of a cent baby syndrome. Mineral water nant levels within limits. They do publicity campaign (worth $47 million in 1990) per gallon is passed through some type of probably should not be given to not actually inspect any bottler, however, and to convince consumers of the desirability of filter, bottled in pretty, clean-looking plas­ infants. Finally, several mineral waters had rely on the company’s own laboratory for bottled water, and, occasionally, to disparage tic bottles with beautiful labels, and sold arsenic levels above limits, and a couple had analysis. Seasonal variation of water quality public water supplies. at more than the cost of wine. If the fluoride levels above limits in at least one is not addressed. As for imported water, the average cost of bottled water is about sample. FDA relies on the reports from the bottlers, as Most of this information came from the NRDC ninety cents a gallon, and the cost of tap well as requirements of the country of origin. and IBWA Web sites ( HYPERLINK http:// water is about $ 1.60 per thousand gallons, None of this is really bad news, but it does www.nrdc.orgwww.nrdc.org/ and then the average mark-up is 560 fold. suggest that bottled water can be contami­ Another lack in the regulatory structure is www.bottledwater.org). Information about Aquafina, purified from 11 different city nated, just as tap water in some localities can that the public is not notified of possible some calcium, magnesium, and sodium levels water systems by Pepsi, is widely sold in be contaminated. Certainly industry claims contamination. The Safe Drinking Water Act can be found on the bottled water web site machines at one dollar for 12 ounces, that “every bottle is pure” is an exaggeration. of 1996 specifies that the public must be (www. bottledwater. com). making the mark-up about 6000 fold. In Public water supplies are regulated by the notified of contaminants in drinking water, 1997 sales amounted to $57 million. Prof Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). and of many other aspects of the water supply. its are so good, in fact, that a number of Efforts are made to protect source waters and Although efforts were made at the time to cities, including Houston, are considering testing is thorough and continuous. Bottled bottling their own tap water and selling it. water is considered a food, and is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. The FD A’s When it comes to purity, the story is less rules for honest labelling apply, which is why you find meaningless nutritional labels with BERKELEY dramatic. In 1997 and 1998 the National Resource Defense Council (NRDC) tested mostly zeros for fat, protein, etc. Also, the source must be stated. “Spring” water must 103 different types of bottled water pri­ SCHOOL marily from California. Overall, their re­ come from a natural spring or from an adjacent Academics dr the Arts • Established 1976 well that taps the spring’s water. “Artesian” sults are similar to results obtained in Grades PreK-6th other studies. In NRDC tests, most brands water must come from a well that can flow were satisfactory, though not necessarily without pumping, and “glacial” water must better than good tap water. Most brands come from a glacier. Invest in your child’s future... “Natural” water must come from a spring or had no detectable bacteria and chemical well where the natural mineral and trace ele­ A ten year average of Iowa Test of Basic Skills, a contaminants were either non-detectable ment composition of the water has not been or well below standards. There were nationally normed student evaluation, altered. Finally, “purified” water is tap water some limitations to the NRDC study .First, that may have been filtered or treated in some ranks Berkeley School and its students due to cost constraints, testing was done for only about half of all regulated con­ way. Between 30% and 40% of all bottled in the 90th + percentiles. taminants. Second, only a single test was water is treated tap water. If the product is done, or perhaps a second or third if some labeled simply as “water”, carbonated water,” violation was found. Contaminant levels “filtered water,” “seltzer water,” “sparkling Our year-round program includes: vary with time of year and other factors, water” or “soda water”, it is not considered bottled water by the FDA. Other descriptive so a single test is not necessarily represen­ tative of the total water supply. terms such as pure, healthy, clean, premium, mountain water, naturally purified, etc. are Reading • Writing • Computer • Mathematics Now the bad news. Of the 103 waters, meaningless. 23 (22%) violated state limits in at least • Science • Social Studies • Geography one sample for some chemical contami­ The FDA’s standards are consider­ ably looser than the EPA’s. For example, nant or bacteria, 2 of these for coliform bacteria. On re-testing, coliform bacteria bottlers carry out testing in their own labs, and • Phonics • Spanish • Physical Education were not found. Some had high counts of no requirements exist for reporting contami­ bacteria (other than coliform). These are nants to the public. Although companies • Music • Dance not necessarily harmful bacteria, but indi­ could be required to submit testing data at any cate that the purification or bottling pro­ time, federal inspection is done perhaps once • Performing Arts • Fine Arts cess is not totally sanitary. in four years, and companies are required to maintain their records for only two years. Water must be from an ‘ ‘approved source”, but inspection is infrequent and protection of ❖ AFTER SCHOOL HOMEWORK CLUB Supervised by Teacher SPORTS MED ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC 137 W, Chapman Avenue S te B Credentialed Teachers • Small Class Size One Block West of Harbor Blvd in FuHerton Childcare 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • H o t Lunch A vailable (714) 8 7 0 - 9 4 0 5 S P O R T S & WORK-RELATED INJURY BERKELEY SCHOOL Free CONSULTATION • Call to Reserve Consult with 306 N. Pomona Avenue EXPERIENCED ACUPUNCTURISTS Fullerton Joyce Eun Fendos A Hyeon Joe, M.S. 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Vaya con Dios • West in Peace Internationally renowned organist Irene Vergie ]A. Walton, 92, a teacher with Frederick Swann the Arkansas School of the Rlind died Clayton "Dutch" Shultz, 95, in recital Catherine on 1126 of pneumonia. Survivors: general manager for Sears, died 2111; Sunday, March 12 at 4pm daughter, Retty Rurgos and one Survivors: wife, Ardelle; daughters, Fullerton First David grandson, Terry Aolin and Laura Murphy; son, Alice Ifaker Douglas, 89, resident for Tom; and 4 grandchildren Christian Church, 47 years, a homemaker died 215 of Qertie deVries, 92, resident of 109 E. Wilshire Dear Editor; heart failure. Survivors: sons, Lee and Jullerton for 45 years, a homemaker (Corner of Harbor at I found your paper, sev­ Art. died of natural causes 2112; Survivors: Wilshire). eral issues, saved lovingly 7 M ichell 'Jones, 81, resident for 5 years, husband. Jack; sister, Jlorence Day by my mother. Unfortu­ a retired electrician died of a heart Vda E. Whitfield, 88, resident 46 The public is invited to the free nately she passed away be­ condition 215. Survivors: wife. Verna; years, a homemaker died 2112 of recital and to meet the artist at a low is for your tributes & reception immediately after the sons, Larry & Qreg; brothers. Tren natural causes. Survivors: daughter. religion page. event. The eclectic musical pro­ and Alma; sister. Mary R. Jacqueline Turek; son, Qary Whitfield; gram will dedicate the church’s new Irene Catherine David Mackelprang and 2 grandchildren. brothers, Melvin <£ Clinton Thorson; Rodgers 960D digital organ, which was a homemaker and resi­ 'Joyce Qervais, 92, a homemaker died sister'Lorraine; and 7 grandchildren. has been incorporated with the dent of Fullerton for forty- 219; Survivors: daughters, Cherie Carr, Archie K. Sylvia, 94, resident for 29 church’s original 1910Murray Har­ five years. She died of Heather, Michele and Melanie; sons years, died 2112 ofperiferal vascular ris pipe organ. Information, (714) heart failure on February Qordon & Qreg; sister, Virginia Prezeio disease; Survivors: son, John Deming 525-5525, M-Th., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5,2000 at age 89. Services and 7 grandchildren. & William Sylvia; daughter, Jessica Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Mr. Swann is have been held at St. Doris Curry, 95, resident for 5 years, a Rernstein; sisters, Ann Roebuck & Organist Emeritus of the Crystal D o ro th y ’s C ath o lic homemaker died 219 of cancer. Survi­ Merle Lemmon; 4 grandchildren Cathedral in Garden Grove and Church in Glendora and served as organist for The Riverside vors: husband, Rob; sons. Rill Curry, Sarah Ann Dugan, infant died 2/21 arrangements were made Church in New York City. He has Donald & 'James Qermann; brother, by Oakdale Cemetery and of fetal death; Survivors: parents, appeared in major churches, con­ Mortuary. She is remem­ Larry Qreen; sisters, Sally falconer William & Michele Dugan cert halls and cathedrals throughout bered by her son, Joe and and Sngrad Shuur; 2 grandchildren North America, Europe and Asia. her sister Irma. and 1 great-grandchild He is Organist in Residence at the Thank you, JWD First Congregational Church of Los Obituaries are courtesy of Angeles, where he plays one of the McAulay <£ Wallace Mortuary a Ad family members largest pipe organs in the world. Come Visit One of Fullerton’s Many Religious Congregations

Unitarian- Universalist Morningside of Fullerton Presbyterian Church 212 E. Wilshire Ave. • Fullerton Church in Fullerton "Alive in Christ” Worship for the whole Family 1600 North Acacia Avenue ■ i l l contemporary & traditional settings 10:30 Service : Sunday Worship Sunday Services Children’s Programs: 10:00 am Worship: 8:30 & 11am PreK-Teens (Childcare Provided) Bible Class: 9:45am Children’s Center Childcare Provided Reverend Jon Dobrer M-F Daycare and 7am-noon Sat March 4 [ ] Email—[email protected], http://home.earthlink.neb| Afterschool Programs Rummage Sale 1 stbaptist @earthlink.net 526-2265 441-1227 http://home.earthlink.net/-1 stbaptist 871-7150 1201 E. Dorothy Ln. (at Raymond near CSUF) 871-7072

Church of First United Methodist Church Religious Science o f T o d a y First 114 N. Pomona, Fullerton (714) 871-4115 C T h i i r c h Christian The Friendly Church with an Pastors: Dr. Michael E. Winstead, Rev. Wesley Neal Church Inspirational, Life-changing Message Sunday Services - 8:30am & 10am (Disciples of Christ) <=oc>c> Rev. Annette Drake, Minister Classes for all ages - 9am & 10am Sunday Celebration Service 11:00 a.m. Church School: 9 a.m. The Sanctuary is wheelchair accessible (Also Childcare and Youth Program) Worship: 10:10 a.m. &there are aids for visually & hearing challenged persons. 525-5525 Visit Us in our Charming Gothic Brick Church 99 117 N. Pomona, Fullerton 525-1126 “Our Red Carpet is Always Out.’ Harbor at Wilshire, Fullerton

WOMEN’S AMERICAN ST. ANDREW ’S FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3 3 8 N. Euclid 81. • Fullerton, CA ®RT presents EPISCOPAL CHURCH between Malvern & Bastanchury Griff Duncan, founding director of the • Thursday: 10am FullertonCivic Light Opera . Sunday Worship guest speaker 9 :3 0 a.m. • Sunday: 8am 10am Monday March 27th f i t Temple Beth Tivah 10am: (Nursery & COME & (714) 526-7701 1600 N. Acacia (714) 776-1529 Church School) WORSHIP! Sunday School for all children & youth ervations requested. Brunch $5 1231 E. Chapman Fullerton • 870-4350 First Church of Christ, Scientist 1300 N. Raymond • Fullerton 92831 § i|i & OrangethorpeW 1 (714) 525-4062 Congregational Church of Fullerton Christian H SUNDAY CHURCH SERVICE...... 10Am “An Open and Affirming Church Church y SUNDAY SCHOOL ages 2 - 20...... 10Am for Thinking Christians.” (Disciples of Christ) > WED. TESTIMONY MEETING...... 7:30Pm The Rev. Dr. Bill Peterson, Pastor T c c Church School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship and ^ (Childcare provided at all services) Worship: 10:15 a.m. (SI 526-2662 Church School • 10am 871-3400 m 845 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, CA 2200 W. Orangethorpe, Fullerton Reading Room • 622 N. Harbor • 525-2649 Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Pain doesn’t discriminate. Life is tough and we need each other. You CAN make a difference. Be a part of the solution, not a part of the problem. • Life is for love, not for

money, power, or sex. Students from Nicolas Jr. High and other schools throughout the county participated in the “Building Bridges” program at CSUF

O n Friday, February 18th, these messages were presented to an enthusiastic audience of junior high Lunch was a time for making new friends, after students participating in “Walk in My Shoes,” a teen which noted lecturer Tyler Durman roused the diversity program hosted by the Orange County Hu­ crowd with a dynamic keynote address. Funny, man Relations Council at Cal State Fullerton. If even self-deprecating, wise, and poignant, he offered a few of the lucky attendees incorporate these lessons an attentive audience practical advice for deal­ into their daily lives, their schools and their commu­ ing with many problems facing today’s youth. nities will be the better for it. His message was positive without being saccha­ rine, as he reminded his listeners that they had Teen diversity training isn’t just a one-day event. been chosen to attend because someone believed Year-round, OC Human Relations raises money from that they could make a difference. the private sector to fund the Bridges program: a comprehensive interethnic violence prevention cur­ Overall, it was a day of learning about and riculum offered to 50 elementary, middle and high celebrating our diversity. Nicholas student Ariana schools around the county. Most of the middle Kennedy (pictured above) enjoyed the seminars schools in the Bridges program sent students and and thought Durman was “exceptional”; she and faculty to the festivities at Cal State Fullerton, but the her friends agreed that he was the best speaker event was open to all middle schools in the county. they had ever heard. If their positive response is Participating campuses -including Nicholas from Ful­ any indicator of the residual effects of the pro­ lerton- each selected ten teens and two teachers for a gram, “Walk in My Shoes” makes the future of morning of seminars; Human Relations staffers, joined our kids just a little bit brighter. by speakers from other community organizations, served as moderators as students explored different Noted lecturer Tyler Durman roused the cultures and stereotypes. crowd with a dynamic keynote address

10 students from each middle & Jr. high school in Orange County plus teachers were treated to lunch, speakers and workshops as they explored different cultures and stereotypes. Free Mediation Training for Bilingual Volunteers Free mediation training is being offered to bilingual Spanish-English volunteers willing to help provide dispute resolution services to the community. The Orange County Human Relations Commission provides an accessible, community-based program for solving various conflicts and disputes in a quick, efficient and cost- effective manner through mediation and conciliation. Our services are offered free to the community as an alternative to the time-consuming, costly and overburndened court system. Through our Dispute Resolution Program, we assist people in resolving various kinds of disputes such as landlord/tenant, neighbor/neighbor, consumer/merchant and employer/employee. We also provide these services for small claims court. Currently there are 10 scholarships available for bilingual volunteers who can commit to a total of at least 120 hours over a six-month period. Volunteers will attend a 28-hour Basic Mediation Certification Training beginning March 15. Volunteer mediators will learn and develop skills that will be an invaluable resource for them in their personal and professional lives. Additional certification is issued upon completion of the 120- hour volunteer commitment. Volunteers must be available during the daytime, week­ day hours. For more information or to volunteer, call Barbara Hunt at (714) 567-7470 Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Junior, Veronica Sports Shots Johns- • mby Lisa Whiting Richardson, Sports Shots: Lisa Whiting, 737 N. Euclid steals the ball Fullerton CA 92832 and races down the court for fast break. Jones- Troys Girls Basketball Team an excitingly aggressive Richardson, is group of ladies has held the number one ranking in constantly on Orange County throughout the season. Their goal is to stay ranked Number one and bring the CIF Champion­ the scout list of ship Trophy to Troy. They currently are in the midst major of the CLF Playoffs already easily defeating Anaheim Universities and Apple Valley. Playoffs will continue through the throughout the next two weeks. Good luck to the ladies of Troy! country.

Senior, Katie Hardeman, knows the key to a good offense is a strong defense as she tries to Your Dental Health force a turnover.

Alicia Komaki displays her strong defensive skill as she blocks out opposing player. Presented by Paul L Nelson, DD£ Sealing The Deal

One of the most effective tech­ niques for preventing decay in­ volves sealants to protect teeth. In fact, the American Dental Asso­ ciation (ADA) considers sealants to be “virtually 100% effective at preventing tooth decay.” The plas­ tic material is usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the perma­ nent back teeth (molars) with a brush. As the pi astic dries and hard­ ens, it bonds into the depresions and grooves of the chewing sur­ faces, where it acts as a barrier to acid and plaque. While sealants provide benefit to adults, they are considered to be most beneficial to children. A study published in the ADA’s journal, however, reveals that only about one school-aged child in five has dental sealants on his or her permanent molars. Preventative techniques of all kinds are the keystone of our prac­ tice. Whether it’s as simple as tak­ ing fluoride, brushing, and floss­ ing daily, or more complicatied like sealants, replacements for a lost filling, or reparing a broken crown, we urge you to keep on top of your dental care needs. We’ll help here at 100 N. State College Blvd., Suite 1, with gentle dental care including regular cleanings and checkups, restorative work, cosmetic dentistry, and more. Call 992-0092 to make an appointment. P.S. Sealants make sence finan­ cially, owing to the fact that they average about half the cost of a Stefanie Schilling overpowers defense as she sets up filling. for this 2 point shot.

This column is brought to you as a Kianey Givens-Davis gets alot o f air as public service by Dr. Paul E. Nelson. she shoots. Her aggressive playing style is a threat to any opponent. Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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CalState SOCIOLOGY DAY 2000 Presents Spotlight *"Sc'hatzman “Sociological Perspectives on Mexican Americans in Southern California” 6

MARCH 1,2000 CLASSIFIEDS FULLERTON OBSERVER Page 23 National Arbor Day Program If you and your green thumb are free Saturday March 11, the City of Fullerton and Free Income Tax Assistance for Seniors Fullerton Beautiful (a non-profit dedicated to beartifying the community) would like to Volunteers trained by the IRS will be at the Fullerton Senior Center across from City make a date with you. In observance of national “Arbor Day,” an event is planned from 9am Hall from 12:30 to 2pm Thursdays from February 3 to April 6 to assist low and moderate till noon planting trees on the medians in the 2400 and 2500 blocks of San Carlos, near income seniors in the preparation of their individual tax returns. The service is free but Chapman Park. Volunteers are asked to bring shovels and buckets, as well as wear gloves by appointment only. Seniors should bring copies of their previous year’s federal and and sturdy shoes. state returns, as well as forms for the current year, including W-2s, 1099s, and other If it rains on the 11th, the tree planting will be moved to Saturday March 18. Volunteers relevant materials reflecting income for the year. The program is sponsored by AARP, do not need to call in advance to register for the program; they should simply show up at the IRS and the Franchise Tax Board. For appointments call (714) 738-6305 the sites on the day and time noted. Further information about the tree planting can be obtained by calling Dan Sereno, Landscape Maintenance Superintendent for the City of Fullerton at (714) 738-6805. COMPUTERS-FRIENDS OR FOES? Guided Bird Tours at Prado Wetlands Find out what you really need to get the greatest benefit from your The Orange County Water District (OCWD) provides monthly guided bird tours of the constructed wetlands behind Prado Dam in Riverside County where the 71 & 91 freeways existing or planned investment. intersect. The free tours are open to the public but reservations must be made. An Answers to your questions about ♦ equipment • software ♦ personnel environmental expert will guide the three-mile walk through the wetlands. Tour attendees can expect to see such birds as herons, egrets, several types of raptors, screech owls, We provide: warblers, and many different types of shore birds. Golden eagles and the rare Bell’s vireo • practical advice • setup support may also be seen in the area. To make reservations call 378-3219. Attendees will receive a map of the area in advance of the tour. The first tour is scheduled for March 4th from 7- • introductory user training and a variety of computer services. 1 lam. The OCWD owns 2,150 acres behind Prado Dam. Within this area lie nearly 465 acres of the largest constructed wetlands in Southern California. In addition to providing an We do not sell products but will help you acquire what will best meet your specific computer needs. ideal habitat for birds, the wetlands have effectively reduced nitrate levels in Santa Ana ^ ______^ River water. The wetlands naturally converts nitrates to nitrogen gas, which makes up about Low rates for individuals and small business users 80% of the air humans breathe. The Santa Ana River is the main source of recharge for the vast Orange County groundwater basin which provides us with 75% of our water. Call (714) 529-5309 for a no-cost evaluation Classifieds: P.O. Box 7051, Fullerton 525-6402 As a community service, the Observer offers HELP WANTED MECHANIC HELP free classified ads as space allows to Fullerton WANTED non-profit organizations for something they are Tutor Needed providing free to the community, e.g., rides, child YMCA and City of Brea Youth & Family Resource Center are looking to Mechanic Help Wanted care, food, etc. If your event costs money - we hire a part-time tutor for an after-school tutoring program for grades 6-12 charge you $8.50 for 50 words or less per issue. Mon, Tues, Wed from 4:30-6pm, at the Brea Community Center, 695 There is no charge for Lost & Found Ads Madison Way, Brea. Interested applicants must have a familiarity and I have a belt driven Mini understanding of tutoring principles and methods, the ability to inspire Dozer needing drive belt Free Toilet Here participants to academic improvements and achievements and the ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner with particiants, parents and clutch belts installed. I Brand new “low-flow” toilets will be given and City staff. Interested applicants should Call 990-7160 have the new belts, but need away by the water company - 9am-3pm Sat­ help changing. urday March 18 at Fullerton City Hall Em­ MEDIATION 101 ployees Parking Lot, located on the corner of A two-hour presentation about community mediation services and how to become a (714) 525-5153 Highland and Amerige Avenues. Bring Wa­ community mediator presented by Orange County Human Relations Dispute Resolution ter Bill & Driver License - limit three per Program. 6pm Thursday March 2 at 1300 S. Grand Ave. Bldg. B in Santa Ana, Conference LESSONS household. April 1 st is the date to return old Room A/B. More information (714) 567-7470. This two-hour presentation will introduce toilets to same location for recycling. Sup­ participants to the basics of community mediation, discuss the benefits of using mediation plies are limited and on first-come-first-serve to resolve conflicts and provide information about becoming Voice Lessons basis. For more info call 1-800-424-8538 a trained, certified volunteer community mediator. Free. To Free Singing Instructions will be register call (714) 567-7470 (Also see page 20) Classifieds given by the Barbershop Quartet SERVICES Buy Or Sell Avon Club on Tuesday evenings at Classifieds 50 words Start your own business for one time fee of $20 ! 7:30pm in the Music Room at Parks Lisa’s Quality Cleaning or less straight type Work your own hours! Organization, school, team Jr. High on Rosecrans. All men who Personal attention with Professional will be published in etc. need money? Try an Avon Fundraiser! Free like to sing are invited. (714) 871- Results. Reasonable Rates, Move Ins & one issue, which is Avon - get orders from co-workers. Buy Avon - 7675 for more information. Move Outs. Local References circulated for 2 weeks, (714) 526-1723 Hablo Espanol Piano Lessons: (562) 697-1762 for a flat fee of $8.50. F O R R E N T At my Fullerton Home - Your first les­ The editor reserves the son is free. I am an experienced Teacher right to edit or reject NEW FURNISHED STUDIOS For Professional any ad.* Payment and my rates are very reasonable. I give Bookeeping Service Available now at 224 E. Commonwealth Avenue • must accompany ad. one hour lessons and welcome beginners Call Marilyn at (714) 572-1685 Utilities included • Library • TV room • Exercise room • as well as all ages. Call Liz at:(714) 738- We try to provide hon­ Laundry facilities • Vending machine room • Community est space for honest room.* Affordable Rents based on income. Handicapped 8784 people. If you have any & Hearing Impaired units available - EHO - call (714)525- complaints or compli­ 4751 for details ments about an adver­ Cornerstone Music School Toastmasters Gets You Apt for rent Come by and say hello! We are a co-op of tiser in our classifieds TALKING! please contact us. The A 1928 fine arts charmer, lbr, stove/fridge, hardwood working musicians who enjoy sharing the joy Improve your speaking ability in our self- paper assumes no liabil­ floors, high ceilings with fans, piano area, herb & rose of music with all ages! Professional instruc­ paced, friendly, praclical meeting environ­ ity for ads placed here, garden, laundry facilities, enclosed parking, basketball tion available on flute, clarinet, saxophone, ment. Visit a Toastmasters Club today: so please use common area, cat OK, $625+$400 deposit. Chez NouS Apts. For brass, strings, guitar, banjo, mandolin, piano, sense in answering ads. availability call (310) 994-0113 drums/percussion.3:00-9:00pm Monday Figures of Speech Club through Thursday. Saturday lessons also avail­ Thank-you! RUMMAGE SALE Second & Fourth Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. able. 167 N. Raymond. Borders Books MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN (714) 871-3171 Associated Road at Imperial Hwy. 1201 E. Dorothy Lane , Fullerton Piano Lessons Info: 714 996-9106 Proceeds go to Children’s Center Always wanted to learn to play? Are your Fullerton Toastmasters Club 7am - noon Saturday March 4 children ready to begin a lifetime of appre­ First, Third & Fifth Monday, 6:30 p.m. ciation and pleasure in music? Private les­ Quaker City Savings, Community Room Come find some treasures! sons for all ages available in my Fullerton Euclid at Rosecrans home at reasonable rates. 14 years of expe­ Info: 714 435-2202 GIVE AWAY FREE rience in teaching the joy of music. Call Hillcrest Toastmasters Club Georgia (714) 871-3897 First & Third Monday, 7 p.m. TEMPLE BAPTIST CLOTHING Chin Ting Restaurant GIVE-AWAY For The Love of Acting 1929 Surmycrest Drive 1601 W. Malvern, Fullerton. First Actors workshop Tuesday 7-9pm into: 714521-9706 Saturday of Every Month 525-3262 in Fullerton. Ages 13 to 103. The Lunch Bunch Club Contact: Isabella Whitfield for First St Third Tuesday, 11:55 a.m. The Child Guidance Center Thrift Shop details at 879-7711 ConAgra Grocery Products Company Building, Room A The shop has completed renovation and is once again SAY GOOD-BYE TO THE 1645 W. Valencia Drive open for business. Located at 7691 Knott Ave, Buena Park JITTERS! Info: 714 680-2459 since 1970, the shop is run by a volunteer group. All proceeds from sales are donated to the Child Guidance • Learn to speak well • Build your self- The Toastbusters Club Center Inc for Child Abuse programs. The shop is open confidence • Enjoy friendly support Second & Fourth Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday 10am-3pm. Toastbusters (Toastmasters Club) 2nd & Quaker City Savings. Community Room 4th Tuesdays at 6:30pm at Quaker Savings Euclid at Rosecrans Into: 714 228-1101 Community Room N. Euclid, Fullerton Courtesy of the Local History Room, Fullerton Public Library

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Those who grow up in a noisy urban environment, as most young folks today do, remain unaware of sounds they could hear if they knew how to listen. An experi­ The End of enced naturalist or hunter or bird-watcher will be sensi­ tive to appropriate sounds which are lost on most other folks. These specialists are “tuned in” to certain natural Silence sounds, as most animals are. I have been a “birder” for many decades, and hence tend to hear soft “chips” and “tweets” (or used to, before my hearing fell off in the higher registers) that my compan­ Chuck Greening ©2000 ions in other situations did not hear. I recall a vivid example from my years at Autonetics. There was a large W h e n I was a youngster growing up in a small (Pop. 500) roofed patio area connecting two buildings to the cafete­ rural town in the Midwest, the sound levels in everyday life ria. A square opening in the concrete had been left were, by present standards, extremely low. In the home, we had unpaved and was planted with a couple of palm trees, no electric refrigerator, no radio or TV, no electric mixers or some shrubs, and rocks. There was a corresponding The dazzling array of “new technology” has presented us blowers or razors, no forced-air furnace. Unless someone was opening in the roof above, and tables and benches set with portable telephones, headsets, boom-boxes, etc., so talking, or rain was pounding on the roof, there was silence. My around the opening for outdoor eating. grandmother’s house seemed to me to be even quieter, but this that those who wish to may be constantly tuned in to one source or another. It is not clear to me whether the younger may have been because she had a grandfather clock which made O n e noon, a dozen or so of us were eating and talking folks are in some way threatened by the idea of a period of a slow, once a second TICK- - TOCK — . The spaces between quietly, and the ubiquitous English sparrows were chat­ silence now and again, or whether they have been sold on ticks were, by contrast, shockingly silent. tering and fluttering about, watching for crumbs. Sud­ the idea that they must try to keep up with the thousands of Outdoors, there were very few vehicles, no chain-saws or leaf- denly, the sounds changed. Frantic flapping and squeaks channels of available sound. blowers, no police cars with sirens, no airliners flying over. We as the sparrows dove for cover, and a Sharp-shinned had chickens, so whenever a hen laid an egg there would be a Hawk zoomed into the tree in hot pursuit. Hunter and brief cackle. A dog would bark occasionally. In all this quietude, hunted dashed about in the palms for a few seconds before F o r those of us who do not choose to be wired in to I absorbed the songs of wrens and mourning doves, catbirds and the hawk managed to get talons into a sparrow and flew killdeer. The buzzing of bees and the whine of pesky mosqui­ constant sound, the ubiquity of piped-in music is some­ away with his lunch. Here was a life-and-death struggle, times annoying. It is there, in stores, malls, cafes, elevators, toes. The penetrating “zzzinnng” of cicadas on breathless Au­ ten feet away in broad daylight, and no one else saw it or restrooms - even on the telephone when we are put on gust afternoons. heard it. They might have reacted to it if they saw it on a “hold.” We seem to be bringing the younger generations of I used to ride out to the end of our street on my tricycle and just nature program - or might not. Americans (and many others, too) into a society in which sit there and look out across the flat farm fields. Occasionally To me, the loss of silence, coupled with the diversion of it is seen as unnatural not to be “receiving.” someone would be using a tractor a half-mile away - audible if attention from natural to man-made sounds of all kinds, Where does all this change lead? And does it really the wind was right, fading when it stopped. Or I might hear Dan may have crucially serious effects. It means that our links matter? One place it leads is to a hearing-loss generation. Samsoe calling his hogs at his farm, out of sight to the south. with the underlying natural world which, in the final The ear and auditory system, like any other complex and Mostly, though, there was silence, spiced with the occasional analysis, sustains all living things, are being further delicate structure, can be damaged by over-use and abuse. song of a meadowlark. weakened. This, in turn, means that our concern for Granted, a minor hearing loss is not a catastrophic handi­ protecting the natural world may continue to fade until we cap in our noisy, urban environment. And the loss can be face the ultimate, suicidal outcome - the end of nature. corrected to some extent by hearing aids, but I speak from I hope this concern is too pessimistic. I take comfort experience when I point out that it is not the same as “real” from the continuing increase of numbers of people who hearing. have taken up bird watching. Those who stick with it for With few exceptions, the “natural” world, away from the a while almost inevitably find themselves beginning to be sounds of human activity, is remarkably quiet. What natu­ concerned about the loss of habitat, and this can lead to ral sounds there are, are very low-key. The “natural world” activism for preservation. In the meantime, I will continue as experienced through TV or film is usually hyped up by to tune in, as best I can, to the soft music of the Natural filling in the “uninteresting” passages with musical back­ World. I welcome co-travelers. ground or a narration, sometimes both at once. The sound cuts back into reality only for relatively noisy passages such as combat between birds or mammals, or for rushing cataracts or storms at sea or thunderstorms. These events V ery few places in America have that kind of quietude are natural,' but rather rare in the real world. The more today. Even remote, sparsely inhabited areas in the deserts routine sounds of nature demand close attention - listening. and canyons of the Southwest are constantly overflown by Most of the time, listening to silence. In the entertainment- airliners or invaded by off-road vehicles. A-J and I used to driven media presentations, this would be classed as the take trips into wild areas to try to get pictures and sound dread “dead air,” for which one can lose the license to recordings of birds. It was tough to find quiet places even broadcast if it happens too often. thirty years ago, and there has been an explosion of noise Of course the human ear, sensitive as it is when young and sources since then. unimpaired, is no match for some of the wild creatures, or We used to go camping when our son was young - some­ their domesticated relatives. We all know that a dog can times back-packing into the Sierras, other times in mountain hear footsteps long before we can. And a cat can hear a can- opener a block away. Coyotes can hear field mice through OGA or desert campgrounds. Usually these were largely devoid of man-made sounds, so we could revel in the quiet, and listen a foot of snow. 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