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Volume 34, Number 19 Thursday, May 17, 2018

The Voice Thatby Andrew Rocked Tallackson America

In this undated photo, radio DJ Dick Biondi is surrounded by adoring fans. Pamela Pulice met radio legend Dick Biondi back in 1961. She was 13. Shy. Awkward. Consumed by the nagging self-consciousness of adolescence. Not exactly the poster child of a Dick Biondi fan. “The Wild I-tra- lian,” the radio disc jockey dubbed himself, one of the fi rst “scream- ers” whose wild on-air persona saw him shouting — often with unfi l- tered fi re — about the music he played. But Pulice was drawn to Biondi, she says, and opportunities to meet him were plentiful. With the dawn of rock ‘n’ roll, DJs like Biondi embarked on many a “record hop,” turning up at schools or clubs to promote music, in some instances with the performers themselves. The fateful event that linked Pulice to Biondi emerged at a local shopping center, one that included a carnival. By her side were a Continued on Page 2 Pamela Pulice with her hero, Dick Biondi, in 1962. THE Page 2 May 17, 2018

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edge on everything Dick Biondi. When she conveys a story, a nugget from his past, she appears eager to share it, and share it correctly. Protective, almost, of The Voice Continued from Page 1 the man and his legacy. friend, Joan, and her sister, Bev, who couldn’t care And what a legacy. After all, this is the guy who less about the DJ. helped introduce Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Upon meeting Biondi, he was exceedingly kind. a slate of R&B artists to American audiences. He is So friendly, in fact, the unexpected happened. credited with being the fi rst DJ in America to play “Hey,” Biondi asked, “who wants to go on the Tilt- the Beatles, specifi cally on WLS in Chicago. The A-Whirl with me?” song, by the way, was “Please Please Me.” When his Pulice was no fan of carnival rides. Joan and career took him to Los Angeles, he helped introduce Bev, however, took the what-the-heck approach and the Rolling Stones and the Beatles at the Holly- joined Biondi for a spin on the Tilt-a-Whirl. wood Bowl. He was fi red from jobs for on-air antics Recalling that moment, Pu- 25 times, but Pulice says he lice laughs as if to this day laughs about it, spinning that still overwhelmed with dis- fact, like only a DJ can, that belief. Her friend and sister, he was hired for as many jobs spiraling about on a carnival as he lost. ride with the man she idolized Today, Biondi is a National — the girls blasé about it — Radio Hall of Fame inductee. while she stood and watched. In 2010, he celebrated the Then again, Pulice says, 50th anniversary of his fi rst that’s Dick Biondi in a nut- Chicago broadcast. He’s been shell. A gentle, kindhearted a continued presence at oldies soul with a fl air for the unex- stations. And at 85, he’s en- pected on the air and off. countered his share of health “He was so unlike any DJ issues, but as Pulice says, he’s we had ever heard,” Pulice nowhere near down for the says. “He was corny. He was count. wild. He was crazy. He made Pulice grew up in Villa all of us feel like the world Park, Ill. Her father, Paul wasn’t that serious, and he Enzweiler, served in the U.S. was always sticking up for Army Air Corps during World teenagers.” War II, meeting his bride, Fifty seven years after Judy, during a brief period of that fi rst encounter, Pulice respite in Australia. remains steadfastly devoted “He was on R&R when he to Biondi. In fact, she is en- met her,” Pulice says, adding trenched in making a docu- Pamela Pulice has been working on her with a chuckle, “thinking the documentary about Dick Biondi since 2014. mentary on him, “The Voice only thing he was going to see That Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Story,” 20 (in Australia) were kangaroos.” minutes of which she will screen during a program Pulice’s family, in fact, briefl y lived in Australia, at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at Michigan City Public but a bulk of her formative years unfolded in the Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Chicago suburbs...alongside consuming a daily diet Strange, that no one up until now would think to of Dick Biondi on Chicago radio. craft a fi lm about Biondi. Some of the stories about “I really was a magnet drawn to him,” she said. him are practically mythic in quality. Then again, She rode the train into Chicago to attend any it is fi tting that Pulice is the one to do it. She is of Biondi’s record hops or public appearances. She the epitome of the superfan: a custodian of knowl- started a fan club, including a newsletter she hand THE May 17, 2018 Page 3 ed out to members. Biondi still has one of the news- letters. Pulice, ironically, does not. On another occasion, Pulice, joined by her pal, Joan, and sister, Bev, bought Biondi a sweater from what she described as a community discount store — “the cheapest in town.” He not only loved it, but wore the sweater on the cover of one of his albums. “He was always so kind,” she said. “He made me feel very special. He did that to everyone.” Pulice retired to LaPorte in 2009. Her sister al- ready had a place here, and Pulice fell in love with a cottage on Pine Lake. The change in scenery, how- ever, was not on a whim: the move afforded Pulice and her sister quality time with their mother dur- ing her fi nal years, before her passing in 2013.

Today, Dick Biondi is a National Radio Hall of Fame inductee. Professionally, Pulice worked for many years in the restaurant business. Secretly, though, she yearned to make documentaries. In 2000, she had a change of heart. She bought a video camera, learn- ing everything she could about the medium. She started a company, Dreaming Mimi Productions, fi lming weddings and other special events. Later, she formed another company, Reel Stories Produc- tions LLC, preserving life stories through “video memories.” One such project was the 17-minute fi lm, “Peggy’s Memoir: Recollections of an English War Bride.” Pulice met Mike and Lynn Przybylin- ski, LaPorte, learning his mother, Peggy, was a World War II war bride from England. Pulice sub- sequently interviewed her, combing through scrap- books for pictures and sitting down to speak with her. Ninety two at the time, Peggy talked about the chance meeting that changed the course of her life. Pulice’s greatest source of inspiration as a doc- umentarian was Pat Wisniewski, whose fi lm, Continued on Page 4 THE Page 4 May 17, 2018

The Voice Continued from Page 3 “Everglades of the North: The Story of the Great Kankakee Marsh,” was being shown at Valparaiso University. And it was around that time, in March 2014, that Pulice decided the time was now to fi lm the story of the man who for so many years brought happiness to her life. “I didn’t think I could do it,” she said of the fi lm- making process, “but Patty (Wisniewski) really en- couraged me. She told me that I would have to come out of my comfort zone to do this.

Over the years, Dick Biondi has helped bring “oldies” to new generations of listeners. He treats everyone the same way he would want to be treated.” From a production standpoint, Pulice essentially has the footage she needs. Biondi, she adds, appears happy with what she’s achieved so far. PBS’ Chicago affi liate, WTTW, is writing a letter of support. The fi lm’s budget is $15,000, with online crowdfunding helping generate funds to realize the project. Without question, the magnitude of the fi lm has boosted Pulice’s confi dence. A February 1962 event brought Dick Biondi to Michigan City. “I always had trouble saying I was a fi lmmaker,” “I realized, I don’t wait to die and say I didn’t try she admits. “But with this, I just plowed ahead be- this.” cause I knew I needed to do whatever I needed to So, since 2014, Pulice has immersed herself in do. I had to just do it.” the world of Dick Biondi, traveling across the coun- Over the course try to speak with people whose memories delve of her journey, deep. She’s conducted interviews at WLS. Covered Pulice has forged “hops” Biondi attended at a Knights of Columbus, friendships and Lake County Fairgrounds and Chicago’s Brother met people who Rice High School. She’s attended a car show and toy inspired her, drive. She’s interviewed DJs ranging from Bob Hale whose affection and Greg Brown to John Landecker and Dave Fo- for a man who gel. She’s interviewed members of New Colony Six, brought joy to Tom Doody (“The Cryan’ Shames”), Bobby Rydell so many binding and Frankie Valli. In a particular coup, she nabbed them together. comments from Brian Wilson, backstage when he “Dick Biondi appeared at Four Winds Casino Resort. Biondi in- connected all of troduced The Beach Boys’ “Surfer Girl” to listeners us,” she said. “He out west. attracted people Pulice still pinches herself over that last inter- to him like a mag- view. net. This was a “At the time,” she said, “I was like, ‘Oh my God, I magical time for can’t believe it’.” radio. There was And Biondi himself? For someone like Pulice, Pamela Pulice will screen 20 minutes of her no satellite radio, who knows everything there is to know about him, documentary at Michigan City Public Library. no Internet, just did she glean anything knew? these stations. It brought a sense of community. “He’s very shy, actually, very private,” she said. “He helped me, and he helped many kids. And he “But he allowed me to fi lm him, and he warmed up did it because he loved the music. To me, he’s a role to it, and I think he did really well. model. It’s inspiring, and people need to see there is “He’s very religious. He lives his life in that way. a lot of love out there for him.” THE May 17, 2018 Page 5 Woodruff Family Donates World War II Garden Honoring Veterans The newest addition at Friendship Botanic Gardens is the World War II Garden — the fi rst phase of an expan- sive Veterans Memorial Garden. The project will comprise gardens me- morializing four major confl icts, and the men and women who served their coun- try, during World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and the ongoing con- fl ict in the Middle East. The garden was started last year and will be completed in the coming weeks. Bill Woodruff (LaPorte County Land- scaping), Bruce Woodruff (Woodruff and Sons) and H&S Landscaping provided the material and labor. The garden has a natural aggregate path and eventually will have benches that allow visitors to pay respect to World War II veterans and the Woodruff family for their service. Work proceeds on the new addition to Friendship Botanic Gardens. Six Red Sunset Maples can be found, each me- Friendship Botanic Gardens will follow up the morializing one of the six Woodruff brothers who World War II garden by completing the other three served overseas. The family’s military involvement other plots there. Interested parties can send a re- includes the father, brothers and brothers-in-law quest to [email protected] or call the offi ce during and after World War II. The family served at (219) 878-9885 to contribute. Memorial benches in all military branches. Many of the grandchildren also are available for purchase. Visit www.friend- and great-grandchildren served as well. shipgardens.org for more information. THE Page 6 May 17, 2018 Indiana Dunes Birding Festival Announces Event Headliners Five speakers round out the Indiana Dunes Bird- The hands-on presentation explores the many ing Festival, a celebration of Indiana Dunes region uses and features of the new Warbler Guide App, as bird life, on May 17-20. well as information about the Warbler Guide book, The event, a partnership with the state’s major website and foldout guide. Everyone attending the environmental groups, highlights the area’s biodi- festival this year receives a copy of the Warbler versity and birdwatching opportunities. It is orga- Guide foldout in their welcome bag. nized by the Indiana Audubon Society and includes • Paul Bannick, “A Year in Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and Indiana the Lives of North American Dunes State Park as site hosts. Owls,” 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The keynote speaker is Greg Saturday, May 19. Miller, who was portrayed An award-winning photogra- in the movie, “The Big Year.” pher, Bannick will present a new His program arrives during program featuring video, sound, the dinner, silent auction and stories from the fi eld and several presentation from 5:30 to 9:30 dozen new images from his new book: “Owl: A Year p.m. Saturday, May 19, at in the Lives of North American Owls.” Duneland Falls Banquet Cen- • Evie Kirkwood, “The Folk- ter, 1100 Max Mochal High- lore of Birds,” from 11:30 a.m. way, Chesterton. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, May 20. Miller has birded in all 50 states and much of From the quirkiness of crows, Canada during his 50 years of birding. In 1998, he to the savviness of swallows, Evie traveled 130,000 miles to see as many species of Kirkwood, St. Joseph County birds in one calendar year as possible. He passed Parks executive director, takes a 700 species — an achievement many birders aspire lighthearted look at folklore that to in a lifetime. Registration costs $26. often provides insight to bird behavior. The slate of headliners, all of whom will speak at ❑ Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 N. Indiana 49, At Indiana Dunes State Park, visitors can bird- Porter, also includes: watch, build bluebird boxes and see live bird band- • Ken Brock, “The ing from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 19. Amazing Birds of the All activities are free after paying the standard Indiana Dunes,” from park admission fee of $7 per in-state vehicle or $12 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. per out-of-state vehicle. Participants who have al- Thursday, May 17. ready registered for the festival will not be required Brock, also known as to pay the admission fee. “The Bird Man of Indiana,” Four-day registration is available for the entire will guide participants event, or participants can register online for the through places found along Lake Michigan’s south- keynote dinner only. Registration and program in- ern shore, and a sampling of specialty bird species formation is at indunesbirdingfestival.com to look out for during the festival. More details are available at Indiana Dunes Visi- • Jeff Canada, “Experience Migration with tor Center, by calling the IDNL information desk at the Warbler Guide!,” from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 (219) 395-1882 or the Indiana Audubon Society at p.m. Friday, May 18. (219) 928-6905.

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May 4 and First Friday bloomed beautifully photography in a variety of subject matter, several along Franklin Street. Strolling among art galleries of which are nature-inspired. Mullen, an award- and artist studios, listening to street musicians, one winning photographer, specializes in life event pho- had the sense that fi nally, spring had arrived, and tography. Her work is available for viewing by ap- indeed it had. pointment only or during First Friday events. ❑ ❑ SFC Gallery is hosting Mary Ann Pals, a charcoal Southern Shore Art Association is presenting and pastel artist from Chesterton. She received her “Spring Fling,” which highlights varying artistic in- Bachelor of Arts in humanities, with a minor in vi- terpretations of the theme. sual arts, from Northwestern College, Iowa. She is an award-winning artist and member of the Great Lakes Pastel Society and Northern Indiana Pastel Society. Her SFC exhibit is fi lled with works based on nature and natural forms.

“Red Line,” photography by Pauline Lutton. Pauline Lutton’s photo of tulips against a weath- “Fiery Fringe,” a pastel drawing by Mary Ann Pals. ered fence provides a sparkling contrast between the varying textures and colors of fl owers versus “Fiery Fringe,” for example, represents just one the fence. Lutton is a working student in commu- example of the superb technical craftsmanship in nity college, but if this photo is any indication, one which this artist excels. hopes she will continue her photographic explora- The show continues through May. tions well into the future. ❑ “Spring Fling” continues through May 27 FADA (Franklin Art District Artists) once again ❑ hosted open studios, and Rhonda Mullen’s art space The Rising Phoenix Gallery presented “May The presents walls stacked and fi lled with inspiring 4th Be With You,” a sci-fi , fantasy and comic book art exhibit. Considering the popularity of com- ics and especially movies based on the Marvel cin- ematic universe, especially the re- cent “Avengers: Infi nity War,” the timing couldn’t be better. The title, itself, is a “Star Wars” pun, but the works featur- “Art To The Rescue,” an acrylic painting by ing seven regional “Grace,” photography on canvas by Rhonda Mullen. Kelly Tokoly-Rothermel. artists is diverse THE May 17, 2018 Page 21 and interesting. The exhibit was intended to high- If You Go light these artists and coincide with the National Free Comic Book Day on May 5. • SFC Gallery, 607 Franklin St. Hours are 10 Kelly Tokoly-Rothermel likes to bill herself as the a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 “Rock-n-Roll Art Goddess” to her students at Bark- a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Website: www.sfcgal- er Middle School. Her work is executed “in a digital lery.com. Mary Ann Pals may be contacted at comic book style and each of her panels depicts mo- [email protected], or view her work at ments from her personal history as The Rock-n-Roll www.maryannpals.com Art Goddess.” • FADA, 722 Franklin St. Rhonda Mullen is The exhibit continues through May 27. available by appointment at (219) 242-3706 or ❑ [email protected] May 11 and Second Friday in Beverly Shores saw • Southern Shore Art Association, 724 two fi ne exhibit openings at the Ellen Firme Gallery Franklin St. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Friday and The Depot, just a short walk between each site. through Sunday. Website: www.southernshore- artassociation.com • The Rising Phoenix Gallery, 2803 Frank- lin St. Hour are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Web- site: www.risingphxgallery.com • The Ellen Firme Gallery, located within the Glenn L. Firme & Associates Building, 92 W. U.S. 12, Beverly Shores. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Call (219) 874-4003 for details. • The Depot Museum and Art Gallery, 525 S. “Lakeview,” an acrylic painting by Father Michael Enright. Broadway, Beverly Shores. Website: www. The Ellen Firme Gallery is presenting works by thedepotmag.org Father Michael Enright of Chicago. This is not the fi rst time the gallery has presented artworks by the talented Enright. The current exhibit space is fi lled with canvases featuring water and sky, or land and sky, executed in a contemplative and minimalistic style. The exhibit continues through May 27. The Depot presents its opening season exhibit with “5 x 5 At The Depot,” which features art do- nated by 63 artists for a total of 155 original hand- made art works. The variety is a clear indication of the exceptional talent in the region. Each piece is distinctive, unique and nearly jewel-like due to the minimal size. The show continues through May 20.

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More than 100 students from across LaPorte County were honored at Michigan City’s Holdcraft Performing Arts Center on May 3 during the annual Career and Technical Education Awards program. Returning Technical Honor Society members received a tassel to wear at high school graduations, and new students were inducted. Several students were honored with scholarships and awards. Thirty seven students were inducted into the Society, representing six area high schools, including: LaCrosse High School, LaPorte High School, Michigan City High School, New Prairie High School, South Central High School and Westville High School. Pictured are the 2018 inductees to the Technical Honor Society.

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Contact Mortgage Lender, The American Red Cross LaPorte County Chapter Cheryl Hamilton to learn more! will sponsor the following bloodmobiles: NMLS 436346 • Kingsbury Elementary School, 802 W. County 6 West Buffalo Street Road 400 South, LaPorte, 2 to 7 p.m. Friday, May New Buffalo 269.469.5552 18. Students who recruit one presenting donor re- cheryl.hamilton@ ceive a Red Cross medal while supplies last. bankwithmutual.com • St. John Kanty, 7012 N. County Road 600 East, Rolling Prairie, 1 to 6 p.m. Monday, May 21. Those who donate receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card courtesy of Suburban Propane. Donors must be in good general health and feel- ing well, at least 17 (16 with parental consent) and

Subject to credit approval. weigh at least 110 pounds. Call (800) 733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org for more details. THE May 17, 2018 Page 27 Orchard Country Bicycle Tour Orchard Country Bicycle Tour, designed for those warming up for the bicycling season, is from 7 a.m. to noon Sunday, May 20, starting at LaPorte Coun- ty Fairgrounds, 2581 W. Indiana 2. Biking options include: • Touring scenic areas of the city and county for ap- proximately 16 miles. • An intermediate ride of 30 miles. • Picking up the pace with a 55-mile route. • A combination of any route. All riders must be off routes by 3:30 p.m. Pre-reg- istration costs $20, or $25 on race day. Call David Wolfe at (219) 362-4200 to register or more details.

Native Plant Presentation/Sale The Berrien Conservation District, in conjunction with Bridgman (Mich.) Public Library, will host a Native Plant Presentation and Sale on Wednesday, May 23, at the library, 4460 Lake St. The presentation starts at 2 p.m. EDT, with the sale and order pickup at 4 p.m. EDT. Vern Stephens from Designs By Nature Nursery will discuss na- tive plant characteristics and care, and picking the right plant. Questions are welcome. From 4 to 7 p.m. EDT, the Berrien Conservation District will sell Native Wildfl owers and Grasses. Visit www.berriencd.org for details.

School of American Music Recital The School of American Music will present its sixth annual Spring Recital at 2 p.m. EDT Satur- day, May 19, at Three Oaks Arts &Education Cen- ter, 14 Maple St. The recital, which is free and open to the public, will feature performances by SAM students — chil- dren and adults — and by the school’s instructors in guitar, ukulele, piano, voice, violin and fl ute. The twice-yearly recitals aim to give students live performance experience, in addition to the musical training they receive in the classroom.

Paderewski Bust Dedication The Polish Heritage Association of Michigan City will celebrate the legacy of Polish composer, poli- tician and statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at Friendship Botanic Gar- dens, 2055 E. U.S. 12. A dedication of a bronze bust of Paderewski — cre- ated by area artist Dora Natella — is planned in the Polish Garden, with a blessing by Father Steve Ko- sinski. A social hour with light refreshments follows. The event is free. Seating is limited, and guests can take lawn chairs. THE Page 28 May 17, 2018 Yoga Classes at Community Center Fencing Lab Coming to New Troy Two weekly yoga classes are offered at New Troy New Troy (Mich.) Community Center will offer an (Mich.) Community Center, 13372 California Road. “Introduction to Fencing Lab” in June. “Yoga Basics,” Monday evenings, is a beginners Coach Rebecca Schneider teaches students to class, any level can participate. “Mindful Motion,” fence in a full fi tness and strategic way. After dem- Wednesdays, is a Vinyasa fl ow class. A basic under- onstrations and instruction, they will be led through standing of yoga is helpful, but all levels are welcome. practice moves using foam swords. The cost is $10 per session. Both one-hour classes With 21 years of fencing experience, Schneider is begin at 5:30 p.m. EDT. No advance registration is certifi ed by the U.S. Fencing Coaches Association necessary. Students should arrive a few minutes and has served as head coach at Point Fencing Club early, wear comfortable clothing that allows for and Culver Academies. freedom of movement, and take a yoga mat if hav- The three-session lab is from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. ing one (a few mats are available to borrow). EDT June 21-23. The cost is $50. Advance registra- A portion of class fees will benefi t the center, an tion is recommended because space is limited to 12 all-volunteer facility run by the non-profi t Friends students. After that, names will be placed on a wait- of New Troy. A map is available at www.facebook. ing list for a second lab. All ages are welcome. Walk- com/Friends-of-New-Troy. Call or text Lorraine at ins are accepted if space is available. No equipment (269) 405-6857 for details. is necessary. Take water bottles and wear loose, athletic clothing (no jeans) and tennis shoes. A portion of the lab fee will benefi t the center, an all-volunteer facility run by the non-profi t organiza- Abiney’s Oriental Rug tion Friends of New Troy. The center is located at 13372 California Road. A map is available on www. facebook.com/Friends-of-New-Troy. & Carpet Cleaning Company Email [email protected] or call Rebecca at Oriental Rug Cleaning, Repair, Restoration and Refringing (217) 352-0722 for more details. FREE PICKUP and DELIVERY SERVICE • Carpet Cleaning Historical Society of Ogden Dunes • Upholstery Cleaning • House Cleaning Services The Historical Society of Ogden Dunes will host • Drapery & Blind Cleaning a spring dunes hike to see native plants at 2 p.m. (as they hang) Sunday, May 20. • Window Washing Meet at the Krusa Tennis Courts at the town’s All Rugs are cleaned by hand with a west end. Leading the hike is Laura Thompson specially designed chemical process Brennan, an Ogden Dunes resident and national HARDWOOD FLOORS - Hand Polishing & High Speed Buffi ng park ranger. Afterward, participants return to Hour 1645 N. Pine Ridge Dr., LaPorte, IN 219-325-3363 Glass Museum, 8 Lupine Lane, for refreshments and to view plant photographs.

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On May 17, 1792, the New York Stock Exchange was founded by brokers meeting under a tree locat- ed on what is now Wall Street. On May 17, 1875, in the fi rst running of the Ken- tucky Derby, Astrides won by two lengths. On May 17, 1954, the United States Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. On May 17, 1973, a special Senate committee opened the Watergate hearings. On May 17, 1998, Yankees pitcher David Wells be- came the 13th player in modern major league base- ball history to throw a perfect game as he retired all 27 batters he faced in a 4-0 victory over the Min- nesota Twins. On May 18, 1836, the Sloop Clarisa, the fi rst large ship built in Chicago, was launched. On May 18, 1852, Massachusetts became the fi rst state to make school attendance mandatory for chil- dren between 8 and 14. 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Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, On May 19, 1906, the Federated Boys’ Clubs, fore- splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of runner of the Boys’ Clubs of America, was organized. God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the ‘Sea, help me and show me, herein On May 19, 1962, during a Democratic fundraiser you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, in New York actress Marilyn Monroe performed a Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in sultry rendition of “Happy Birthday” for President this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show John F. Kennedy. me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your On May 19, 1993, the Clinton White House set off hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that a political storm by abruptly fi ring the entire travel I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget offi ce staff. all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once On May 19, 1999, the much anticipated movie pre- again that I never want to be separated from you in Eternal Glory. Thank quel “Star Wars: Episode One – The Phantom Men- you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must ace” opened. be published after the favor is granted. On May 20, 1830, the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad published the fi rst railway timetable. THE May 17, 2018 Page 33 On May 20, 1852, the fi rst Illinois Central train ran from Randolph Street to the depot at 12th Street and Roosevelt Road. On May 20, 1862, President Lincoln signed the “Homestead Act,” opening up millions of acres of western land to settlement. On May 20, 1927, Charles Lindberg, fl ying the Spirit of St. Louis, took off from New York’s Long Island for his non-stop fl ight to Paris. On May 20, 1942, Glenn Miller and His Orchestra recorded (“I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo”) at Victor Studios in Hollywood. On May 20, 1993, 93 million people tuned in for the fi nal fi rst-run episode of the sitcom “Cheers” on NBC. Licensed/Insured/Bonded On May 21, 1852, the fi rst train on the Michigan References Available (219) 877-4515 Central Railroad arrived in Chicago. Done Right, Weather Tight! On May 21, 1881, Clara Barton founded the Ameri- can Red Cross, also serving as its fi rst president. On May 21, 1959, the musical “Gypsy” opened on Broadway. On May 21, 1999, Susan Lucci won a Daytime The Potted Plant Emmy Award for Best Actress on her 19th try. 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I humbly beseech Prague’s Hradcany Castle. you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in On May 23, 1911, President William Howard Taft this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for dedicated the New York Public Library. us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your On May 23, 1934, bank robbers Bonnie Parker and hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget Clyde Barrow were killed as they drove into a police all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me. I ambush on a Louisiana country road. want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once On May 23, 1984, United States Surgeon General again that I never want to be separated from you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. 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LaPorte County’s R.O.S.E. Award winners. Indiana Dunes Tourism and Visit Michigan City • Best Fest Award: Taste of Michigan City. LaPorte honored businesses, organizations and in- • Distinguished Artist Award: Julia Holmaas. dividuals May 9 for providing outstanding service • Distinguished Artist Award: Patrick Landers. to the community and visitors. • Employee of the Year: Kathy Gazdick, Best West- The Recognition of Service Excellence Awards ern Plus LaPorte Hotel & Conference Center. recognize those who go the extra mile to make their • Employee of the Year: Brandon McKeenan, Bistro county a great place to live and visit. The ceremony on the Greens. coincides each year with National Travel and Tour- • Green Award: Michigan City Area Schools. ism Week. • Landmark Award: Phyllis Jones, LaPorte Sun- Tom Dermody, a former Indiana state represen- fl ower Fair. tative, LaPorte businessman and LaPorte mayoral candidate, was the keynote speaker. • LaPorte County Achievement Award: Falishia LaPorte County R.O.S.E. winners were: Pratt, Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. • Accommodation of the Year Award: Bridge Inn. • Lemonade Award: LaPorte Urban Enterprise As- • Agri-Tourism Award: Mark’s Farm Market & sociation. Greenhouses. • Outstanding Elected Offi cial Award: Mayor Ron Meer. • Quality of Life/Quality of Place Award: LaPorte CLASSIC WINDOWS BY County Habitat for Humanity. • NITDC Breakfast Award: Jennie Rae’s. MASTERCRAFTERS • Newcomer of the Year: Bartlett’s Fish Camp. OVER 4,500 INSTALLED IN MICHIANA • Professional Achievement: Karen Gazdick, Best • Super effi cient vinyl replacement Western Plus LaPorte Hotel & Conference Center. windows • Putting LaPorte County on the Map: Mary Ellen • All styles Hatton, Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. • 37 color combos • Putting LaPorte County on the Map: Ric • We also do siding, decks, porches, Federighi, WIMS-Radio 1420 AM. facia, soffi t, roofi ng or most other • Restaurant of the Year: Bistro on the Greens. remodeling needs. • Restaurant of the Year: Sophia’s House of Pancakes. Save on Heating & Cooling Costs • Retailer of the Year: Coachman Antique Mall. FREE ESTIMATES - 219-877-5288 • Retailer of the Year: Younique Boutique. • Unsung Hero: Offi cer Scott Combs, Michigan Owner: Ron Burian City Police Department. Licensed • References • Insured • Volunteer of the Year Award: Pat and Bruce Frankinburger, Barker Mansion. THE May 17, 2018 Page 35

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Stop 31. Nicely furn. 3BR, 2BA with 3-season porch. Family room. $2,100/wk. WiFi. W/D. No smoking/pets. 4-min. walk to beautiful beach. La Porte County Parks Winter/spring available: $895/mo+util. Call Pat at 708-361-8240. All registrations/questions go Furnished 1BR apartment over garage, quiet wooded setting among $500K homes, granite, hardwood floors, shared pool, tennis, basket- through the Red Mill County Park ball. Kitchenette. Utilities included. $775, 1-yr lease, no smoking, no Administrative Offi ce, 0185 S. Hol- pets. (312) 399-5341. mesville Road, La Porte. Call (219) BIG BEAUTIFUL BEACH HOUSE: LB summer rental (July-Aug.) 325-8315 or visit www.laportecoun- ½ block from lake. 4BR/1BA. Make us an offer we can’t refuse. Call (219) 210-1181. typarks.org for more details. Stop 31: Renovated 2 BR/1BA ranch within walking distance to private beach. Avail May 15-Oct. 15 $200/nt; 3-nt min; Oct 15-May 15, 2019: Nature’s Tiny Tots $825/mo.+utilities. Contact [email protected] Designed for parents and grandparents, explore 1BR, freshly painted and new carpeting, spacious rooms and all nature with toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy music, appl., including W/D in your own utility room. $695/mo. Call (708) 404-9482. dancing, storytelling and, weather permitting, hiking. Long Beach monthly rental starts early July. Close to beach. 3BR/2 The free program is from 10 to 11 a.m. May 21, ½BA. Quiet street. VRBO listing 188146. (404) 406-3379 June 4 and 18, July 9 and 23, and Aug. 6 and 20 at Sheridan Beach Annual Rental Luhr County Park, 3178 S. County Road 150 West, Cozy, 3BR beach cottage. 3 blocks to lake. Off-street parking, stove, fridge. Recently remodeled. Yard work handled by owner. $975 a La Porte. Call (219) 325-8315 at least one week in month+utilities. Credit check. No pets. Available 6/1. Call (219) 363-6818 advance to register.  REAL ESTATE FOR SALE  CONDOMINIUM WITH UNIVERSAL APPEAL IN THE SHORES! Joyful Movement, “Shake, Rattle and Move” 2BR/2.5BA/main-floor den, at 2210 Bayview Drive. $224,500. Sale by The 45-minute, low-impact mindfulness program owner. Household items, furniture items available by appointment. starts at 7:45 a.m. and meets at Luhr County Park (219) 393-4609. Nature Center. Dates are: House for Sale – Long Beach Stop 28 4BR/2.5BA, steps to beach, complete rehab in 2016. $439K • May 21, 23 and 30. (312) 953-9570 • June 4, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 and 27. House for sale in New Buffalo. 4BR/3BA, walkable to beach. Hardwood • July 9, 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30. floors throughout. $399,000. Call (219) 301-0808. • Aug. 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 and 29. Michiana Shores building site, for sale by owner. Close to lake. Easy build lot. Perk-test completed. Great neighborhood. South Sun! Asking The free program is self-paced and ideal for all $129,000. Call (219) 878-1608. ages. Participants can sit or stand. The emphasis is stretching, meditation, heart pumping and balance. Garden Club Plant Sale Call one week in advance of each date.

The 11th annual River Valley Garden Club’s Senior Lifestyles plant sale is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT Saturday, Join the free 55+ Club, a social club designed for May 19, at Harbert Community Park, 13300 Red adults 55 and older to learn and explore various Arrow Highway, Harbert. Perennials, bushes, trees and native grasses will types of nature. Free coffee is served to participants. be available — all locally grown by members — as The group meets from 9 to 10 a.m. at Luhr Coun- well as gardening books, magazines and homemade ty Park Nature Center. Call at least one week in baked goods. advance to register. The schedule is: The sale is held rain or shine. There is a large • June 6 — “Mixing Medicine,” over the counter shelter, so all the plants and baked goods are pro- do’s and don’ts, pharmacist Jeremy Blosser. tected. Visit www.rivervalleygardenclub.org for • July 11 — “Diabetes Awareness and Sugar Glu- more details. cose” with Clarise Largen of IU Health LaPorte Hospital. Family Fishing Days Parent & Child Discovery Days Family Fishing Days are from 8 a.m. to noon Sat- The program includes arts and crafts, games and urdays, May 26, June 16 and July 21, at Gabis Arbo- snacks. All activities are related to the topic. Pro- retum, 71 N. County Road 500 West near Valparaiso. grams are appropriate for children 3 to 8, with an The mornings of catch-and-release fi shing are at adult required to participate. Times are from 6 to the North Pond. A naturalist will have a few extra 7:15 p.m. at Luhr County Park. The cost is $5 per poles and bait for fi rst-timers. child/per program. Pre-registration and payment The event is free with admission and does not re- are required at least one week in advance or until quire a fi shing license. full, whichever comes fi rst. Email [email protected] or call (219) 462-0025 The schedule is: to register or more details. • June 13 — Water, Water, Everywhere. • June 20 — Sweet as Honey. • June 27— Creepy Crawlers. • July 18 — Snakes Alive. THE Page 38 May 17, 2018

The Saint of Wolves and Butchers by Alex up a following of what I call “sheeples,” people look- Grecian (hardcover, $27 retail in bookstores and ing for a permanent home and someone to adore online; also available as an eBook) and do Rudy’s bidding, never questioning what he asked of them. Maybe they should have been more “He came up from South America by bus.…He had curious about the locked door going to the church nothing with him but his clothes and a small over- basement. night bag…He had been born Rudolph Bormann, Rudy married and had two sons — Heinrich, who but the name on his passport was Rudy Goodman. followed him blindly, running the church with him, Rudy. A solid American name.” and one who became a sheriff… Meanwhile, in the present, Travis is hassled It was 1951 and World War II ended only six by the sheriff and warned to leave. Of course, he years earlier. Stories of Nazis escaping Germany for doesn’t leave and fi nally fi nds Ruth Elder’s home, all parts of the world were a sad reality only to discover from her daughter that for the victims of their sadistic treatment she died just several weeks ago. Dead and genocidal murders. Shouldn’t they end? Maybe not. be caught and brought to justice? What follows is a hair-raising story of Fast forward to today and northern good vs. evil, every chapter leaving you on Kansas where Dr. Travis Roan and his the edge of your seat thinking, No! They traveling companion, a giant of a dog he can’t stop there! It’s also a great character calls Bear, are searching…searching for study, trying to fi nd out who can be trust- a Nazi identifi ed by a woman who said ed and who can’t, and what their true mo- she would never forget his face. Travis is tivations are. part of the Noah Roan Foundation in San Travis still doesn’t know Goodman is Diego — his grandfather’s organization the taken name of Rudy Bormann, but — that vows to hunt down these missing he does wonder why the sheriff seems to Nazis. Not to kill them, but turn them in hold such animosity against him. Scot- to the authorities for just punishment. tie gets involved with Travis’ investiga- Travis is stopped by a Kansas State tion, having to keep that knowledge from trooper as he lets Bear get some exercise at a rest her boss at the State Police post…that is, until the stop. Skottie Foster is one of only three black state night her house is broken into by three men. And, police offi cers. She is an observant woman, trust- just maybe, all of the sheriff’s deputies are not his ing her instincts about people and feeling there is loyal subjects…maybe help will come from an unex- no threat from Travis, but probably an interesting pected source. story. While she fi nds Travis not in violation of any- The climax will knock your socks off! I was tens- thing, she is not buying his story of hunting in the ing up, my blood pressure moving up the chart… area. pouring rain, lightning, gun fi re…but where is Surmising that Skottie is someone worthy of his Rudy? trust, Travis fi nally tells her who he works for, and The title of the book may seem strange, but by that he is looking for Ruth Elder of Paradise Flats, the end it will become all too clear — coming out in Kan., a small town near the Nebraska border. She black and white and blood. Two very enthusiastic told the foundation she recognized Rudolph Bor- thumbs up! mann, an administrator at the Nazi camp where Booklist (starred review): “A breathtaking thrill- she was held in during World War II. er with plenty of action and some very clever twists Travis tells Skottie someone else preceded him ...the grimly satisfying conclusion makes it worth it in this search, but no one has heard from him for for both characters and readers.” several weeks — it is Travis’ father. He was headed Bestselling author Nora Roberts: “The Saint of up to an area outside of Skottie’s jurisdiction, so Wolves and Butchers makes breathless, gripping, she told him she would contact the local sheriff to up-all-night reading.” expect him — his name is Sheriff Kurt Goodman. Other bestselling books by Grecian include The Coincidence? I think not. Yard, The Black Country, The Devil’s Workshop, Alternating chapters do an excellent job of show- The Harvest Man and Lost and Gone Forever. He ing how Bormann, now Goodman, found friends in is also the author of two graphic novels: Proof and Kansas and settled into a life of …well, fulfi llment. Rasputin. He lives in Kansas. Rudy had been struck by lightning, twice, and built Website: alexgrecian.com; FB: alexgrecianbooks. up a reputation of someone touched by God. He Twitter: alexgrecian started a church where he “healed” people and built Till next time, happy reading! THE May 17, 2018 Page 39

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