November 12,1998

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Public intoxication is an ugly real- The first step is to take an interest in their neighbors and their own actions. ity JSU students are quickly being made aware of, thanks to an incident "Some way, somehow, students involving a JSU student and the have to realize they have a major role Jacksonville police. in this," says Creel. "We hold semi- Last week's issue of The Chanticleer featured an article on Thomas Hobgood and his claim of Creel says that the seminars often police brutality against the aren't well attended, and that the Jacksonville police. advice and rules aren't often followed The current Jacksonville law pro- hibiting public intoxication has been This is unfortunate, especially as in effect since 1982, but some stu- holidays approach because, accord- dents are not aware of what the law ing to Creel, that's when the crooks

Creel says many students come back from winter or spring holidays only to find their apartments burglar- ized and their things stolen. "Rental properties are wide open," them extra protection: percent mark-up on new books.

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need to advertise." venience of those who wish to eat on Page 2 November 12, 1998 THE CHANTICLEER talent such as singing, dancing and acting can Kruzinski reminded the senate about the JSU be performed at "Open Mic Night." For an bricks for a walkway at the Alumni House. Ready for \Ill hu Troy Week entrance fee, the SGA asks that YOU bring any ~h~ COS~is $50 and will toward the Alumni non-perishable item, such as canned goods or Association for scholarships. This is also true Wendy Laminack Week'" beginning l6 and ending with the boxed foods, that can be distributed to needy of the J-tag for automobiles. Deposits for the football battle between JSU and Troy on Nov. News Writer , families for Christmas. brick can be made now and will include your Ll. The pep rally will be held Thursday and name and date of graduation. During game week, days have been set aside "With each week comes new challenges and Friday is JSU Day (wear JSU paraphernalia). Should the food court have a meal plan? we look forward to those with enthusiasm and to show JSU spirit and support. Monday (Nov. Saturday is Whup Troy Day -- the football This question was answered on the fourth floor 16) will be Red Day, Tuesday will be Red and SGA integrity," said SGA President Ryan game begins at 2 p.m. of the TMB in a box titled "SUGGESTIONS." White Day, and Wednesday will be "Open Mic Kruzinski. The FacultyIStudent Senate Mixer will be Many students feel a plan of some type should Night," which will be held at the food court. His outlook on SGA is positive as the close held on Nov. 23 after the scheduled SGA meet- be offered. Kruzinski said he and the senate The show will begin with Hash Brown, the of a semester is in sight. There are only three ing. All students are invited to attend. 1st Vice would look into the idea to see what can be comic team of Rob Landry and Reese senate meetings left for this fall. "We've been President Gina Orlando said this meeting will done for the next academic year. Rushton. They are from Birmingham and per- doing a tremendous amount of work so far," be a chance for the students and faculty to get After the Monday night meeting, the newly formed at JSU for Greek Appreciation Day. said Kruzinski. "We still have plenty to do." to know one another. "Hopefully there will be The SGA wants to emphasize "Whup Troy 2nd Vice President Kellilyn Johnson said any a good turnout," said Orlando. see SGAt page 12

011-03-98 Desiree Harper, 19, reported harassing communi- cations at Pannel Hall.

ell-03-98 Chastity D. Henley, 20, of Jacksonville reported theft of property on the fifth floor of Sparkman Hall. Three gold colored, metal Greek letters, 10-12 inches tall, were stolen. $300 value.

*11-06-98 JSUPD reported criminal mischief at Curtiss

He actually paid bond of $190.50, according to Jacksonvill Police Chief Tommy Thompson.

Contact Sandra Sudduth at 782-5741.

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Emily Doty Trail is the first of Alabama's exercise and recreation. the city of Anniston has initiated Conroy emphasizes that the Chief News Writer extended rails-to-trails project. According to literature provided by construction of its section and the Ladiga Trail has potential for eco- When completed, the trail will Pete Conroy, director of Jacksonville city of Jacksonville has applied for tourism. He believes that "people Who's Chief Ladiga? And what's meander through Calhoun and State University's environmental the ISTEA funding for its final will rediscover how nice the old, the chief Ladiga Trail? Cleburne counties, connecting the policy and information center, this phase. In Calhoun County, the trail smaller towns (along the trail route) Chief Lagida was an influential municipalities of Piedmont, rails-to-trails project began in 1989 accommodates pedestrians, bicyles, are" and in turn, promote greater Creek Indian leader of the turn of the Jacksonville, Weaver and Anniston. when unused land was purchased strollers, inline skates, and wheel- economic development. century who sold half of a section of This 33-mile trail is a family-orient- from the Land and Water chairs. In Cleburne County, the trail A new chapter of the Alabama his land to found the city of ed pathway providing a safe, non- Conservation Fund (LWCF). also accommodates horses, moun- Environmental Council has played Jacksonville. And the Chief Ladiaa motorized alternative for travel, It continued in 1993 when the city tain bikes and hikers. an important role in the promotion of of Piedmont received an Intermodel The only unbroken section of the the Chief Ladiga Trail. Amanda Surface Transportation Efficiency Chief Ladiga Trail is about a 2000- Hayes, a leader of the foothills chap- Act (ISTEA) -enhancement grant foot area that runs through the cam- ter of the council, says the trail through the Alabama Department of pus of JSU. "greatly beautifies (the) surrounding Transporation (ALDOT), to fund the "JSU has been involved through- areas." She invites anyone interest- first 8.9-mile section of the trail. out the duration. (It's) where we ed in environmental issues to attend The project further developed in have conducted all of our meetings. the council's meetings, held the third 1994 when the cities of Piedmont (JSU has) assisted with grant writ- Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m. in and Jacksonville and the Cleburne ing, corporation support and public room 208 in Martin Hall. County Commission were awarded participation, and is enthusastic The Chief Ladiga Trail is a pre- ISTEA grants. In 1997, the cities of about the Chief Ladiga Trail pro- miere program of its kind in the Jacksonville, Weaver and Anniston gram and looks toward being a long- southeastern U.S. Alabama is neck- were awarded grants from the term partner," said Conroy. and-neck with Georgia, also in the National Recreational Trails Fund Kathryn Tucker Windham, famous process of converting old rail beds to (NRTF) to build either trail connec- in the state of Alabama for her ghost trails. When completed, the Chief tions or access facilities. Also in stories, says that "by providing an Ladiga Trail will connect to the 1997, the city of Weaver received an alternative to the automobile, rail- Silver Comet Trail in Georgia, with ISTEA grant to construct its 2.5-mile trails save people money and reduce hopes that one day, all unused rail- section of the trail. pollution. And by changing trans- road tracks can be utilized for the In 1998, both Weaver and portation patterns, rail-trails can purpose of unmotorized transporta- Jacksonville opened their respective actually strengthen the sense of com- tion and recreation. sections of the trail. Most recently, munity."

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JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY Charms and JSU Rings *JewelryRepair *Giftsfor all Occasions *EngagementRings *David Winter Cottages *GamecockBracelet Page 4 November 12, 1998 THE CHANTICLEER Juice and soft drinks are also avail- able, as well as Starbuck's coffee: Stuff , fmrn front page 12-ounce size for $1.25 and a 16- Chick-fil-A, except for the nuggets ounce size for $1.45. In this case, one person to see them (and identi- which are cheaper. In the food court, Starbuck's restaurant would be fy them), so they won't try the other nuggets are $2.35 for eight or $3.45 cheaper with a 12-ounce coffee for apartments. for 12. At the Chick-fil-A in Oxford, $1.05 and a 16-ounce size for $1.35. Finally, Creel suggests that stu- nuggets are $2.35 for four or $3.45 Sharing the counter with Big Apple dents do some serious research for six. It doesn't take a genius to Bagels is the Cyber Caf6 run by before even moving into an ap'art- figure out which is the better deal. Marriot, which offers hamburgers, ment complex, including checking Chicken sandwich prices are exact- hot wings and french fries. crime statistics with the ly the same at $2.35 and waffle fries Taco Bell Express offers the same Jacksonville police and just looking are only sold in one size for $1.09. great taste for the exact price as the at the place at night. "Does it have Lemonade and diet lemonade are off-campus location, with a smaller good lighting?'asks Creel. "These sold in only one size for $1.25 with menu. Just walk up and ask for your things make a difference." no refills. However, refills are avail- food: they make it fresh to order. JSU housing consists of tradition- able for tea and soft drinks. The food court is open Monday al residence halls and apartments. For all you bagel lovers, Big Apple through Friday. From Monday to Creel says that all dorms have Bagels of Oxford is here in Thursday, Big Apple Bagels and guards and that the apartment com- Jacksonville. The menu includes a Starbuck's Coffee are open 7:30 plexes are patrolled by the variety of flavors both in bagels and a.m.- 7:30 p.m. Chick-fil-A and University police. Creel also says in cream cheese, as well as bagel Taco Bell are open 10:30 a.m. - that the apartment managers are sandwiches, 7-inch sub sandwiches, often out at night with flashlights 7:30 p.m. At the citizenship monument in Gadsden,former Senator Bob Dole joined garden and chef salads, cookies, On Friday, Big Apple Bagels and checking for anything suspicious. fellow Kappa Sigmas from JSU at a pre-election Republican rally for muffins and brownies. The price of Starbuck's Coffee are open 7:30 a.m. Still, Creel insists that students a bagel is a quarter more in the food Robert Aderholt. Aderholt went on to defeat Tom Bevill in the race for should take an active role in pro- - 4:30 p.m., while Chick-fil-A and Congress. Pictured from left to right: Dick Schmidt, Josh Harp, Seth court at $.75, and with a topping it Taco Bell are open 10:30 a.m. - tecting themselves from crime, costs $1.50, but is cheaper in the Murphy, Andy Layton, Reggie Hubbard, Hunter Youngblood (seated), Bob property or otherwise. 4:30 p.m. Dole and Roy van Geldel: long run. (Who really wants to drive Come and enjoy a new side of JSU. "We'll do everything we can to to Oxford just to save a quarter?) A And don't forget: the food court will provide a safe environment," says bagel sandwich at the Oxford loca- Creel. "Not without their help. If be open Saturday, Nov. 21, from Thompson stated that people who tion will cost you $3.45, but at the they prop a door, then what safety 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. for the football I~~OX,fromfront page walk on the sidewalk are not in dan- food court you save and only pay game against Troy. They only do they have? We'll tell them some $2.49. A 7-inch sub sandwich also ger of breaking the public intoxica- basic things (to protect themselves) accept cash, flex dollars and bonus drive. If they walk home, then they tion law, unless they were consum- costs $2.49 and is not offered in if they'll show up (at the meetings), bucks. should walk on the sidewalk and not ing an alcoholic beverage while Oxford. The garden salad costs and abide by that information." be out in the streets." walking on the sidewalk. $1.99 and the chef salad is $2.99.

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hobby. "It's not a religious get together-it's social. We just Pope, whose work is on display in the Houston Cole whittle and talk," says Pope. Library, signed up for a wood carving class at Parker According to Pope, woodcarving is a process. First you Memorial Baptist Church in Anniston in 1991. "I had never carved before," Pope says. But in two short years he progressed so quickly that he took over as class instructor. So every Thursday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Parker Memorial Christian Life Center, a small group comprised of mostly senior citizens from the Anniston, THE CHANTICLEER November 12, 1998 Page 7

1 Portishead are not really trip-hop artists at all.11 Kimberlvn Kostamo They are the newest mitation of the old U.K. 11 It's the end of the band as we know it! 11 Assistant Features Editor goth-genre rapidly gaining acceptance here in too much on this album, with their mix of synthesizers and the states. Little John and Mary Jane Doe There are certain songs - whole albums, Much of the album borrows its unique Gossip Columnists beatboxes. sometimes--which slowly, but surely, get ambiance from pre-rock musical construc- Synthesizers are a big part of the sound which encompass- Even though the name's the same, the group R.E.M is not under your skin and take hold of your very tions. Several tracks make use of fuzzj es the "Up" album. The signature jangle of Peter Buck's gui- the same band that we all know and love. tar almost becomes threatened in the process. Even Mike being.u Sometimes. it's as if a new personali- record crackles, layered with a favorite ty invades your consciousness, "Barrow ploy" -- old school Gone are the days of such sure-fire radio hits as "The One Mills abandons his bass on a few tracks to take over synthe- and for a while at least, changes scratching by way of American I Love" and "Radio Free Europe." The departure of drummer sizer duties. your whole perspective. hip-hop, an effect which brings Bill Berry signifies a bold new sound exemplified by their While the tracks "Lotus" and "Daysleeper" offer some PNYC: Portishead Live, an tension to tracks such as "Over" new release "Up on Warner Bros. Records. R.E.M.'s moods needed relief, much of "Up" is a bold and confusing step for- alluring 11-track album recorded and "Only You." "Roads" by far of desolation, depression and longing still remain intact, even ward. But R.E.M. should be commended for taking that bold has been voted my "hit-track" of live at their exhilarating perfor- though many of the compositions don't relate unity or com- step. With the current state of change in rock music today, the album. It is a mystical, mance at the Roseland Ballroom plete musical ideas. New producer Pat McCarthy's produc- R.E.M. is taking a bold risk and may eventually reap the ben- in 1997, is one of those very romantic and refreshingly honest tion is pristine, yet cold compared to the warm tones and efits. albums. Yiis album offers a crys- song about the many wars one sounds that old producer Scott Litt could pull out of the band. fights within themselves. talline record of fragile, scratch- The first track on the album, "Airportman," opens with the inflicted, jazzy pop backed by a Geoff Barrow creates off- cold sound of a synthesized beatbox, followed by the ascend- 30-piece orchestra. It also rhythm layers which somehow ing sound of an organ. These two elements, specifically the includes tracks from their 97/98 anipulate the entire mood of this World Tour. The album sound album. Gibbons' vocals display a beatbox, cannot be found on the R.E.M. albums of old. Joey itself remains in such a pure state track after range of emotions which pull you, the listen- Waronker fills out the album on several songs with actual live track, it could almost be another studio er, into the hypnotic world of Portishead. drumming in place of the departed Bill Berry. album. PNYC:Portishead Live, is currently in rota- R.E.M., who hail from Athens, Ga. have always been the Portishead, originally from Bristol, tion at WLJS/92-J and is available to add to darlings of college radio. Such early nuggets as the England, has been labeled a "trip-hop" band. your personal collection at Slip Disc in "Murmur" album and the 1992 "Automatic For The People" However, in my opinion "gothdub" is more Anniston. Portishead's live album with have always provided fans with many Top 40 hits. With the like it. With their funeral, nod-out rhythms exceptional and unrelenting darkness and fan- release of the rock-ready "Monster" in 1994 and "New and the blacWgothic romanticism of Beth tasy, is more than just a pleasurable listening Adventures in Hi-Fi" in 1996, R.E.M. has upped the ante and experience ... this-is one of the best live albums Gibbons dreamy lyrics and Geoff Barrow's pushed the boundaries as far as they could go without alien- homemade sampling brews, the members of around! llatlng then true fans. However, R.E.M. "ups" the ante almost = \>* I I

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@ Offspring: Americana mrmn - -. @ A 1 L: Transistor Blast Page 8 November 12, 1998 THE CHANTICLEER Servins for others Sarah Trotter other fund-raising activities? Van The brothers plan to give 50 percent or Features Writer Gelder, who was a member of JSU's more, if funds permit. The portion of tennis team for four years, enjoys tennis the money that the fraternity keeps will It's midnight. Do you know where and "another fraternity was successful pay for equipment used in the Tennis-a- the Kappa Sigma brothers are? [with a Tennis-a-thon] a few years ago," thon and miscellaneous expenses for From 9 a.m. on Saturday. Nov. 14 until says van Gelder. their new fraternity house. 9 a.m. on Sunday the Kappa Sigma fra- Van Gelder appreciates the Kappa Van Gelder suggests that sponsors ternity will be hosting a Tennis-a-thon Sigma brothers and Zeta Tau Alpha for pledge between one and four dollars per for charity. The event will take place on their efforts. They have been "very hour; however, any donation is wel- the courts behind the Coliseum or at supportive" and "focused since come. Several businesses and many Cedar Trace. (As of Monday, the loca- Homecoming. The work for the Tennis- individuals have already pledged. tion had not yet been decided. To find a-thon has involved finding people to Those who would like to make a dona- out the location, call Roy van Gelder at actually play tennis, printing flyers, tion can contact van Gelder. Donations 782-0312.) publicizing the event in newspapers, will be accepted at the event but are pre- Roy van Gelder and another brother and gathering donations. ferred in advance. will be playing tennis for 24 hours with The majority of the work, however, Van Gelder would like to see the only a five minute break each hour and will be performed by two brave young Tennis-a-thon become an annual event possibly a 15-minute break every three men who will give much of their energy, for Kappa Sigma. He predicts that in to four hours. This is an effort to raise strength and talent in the name of chari- future years, the fraternity will be abk money for the Susan G. Komen Breast ty. The two brothers will play constant- to donate 60-70 percent of the funds Cancer Foundation. ly with no one to relieve them for the raised to charity, since the fraternity When asked why the Foundation was entire day. Two alternates will be avail- house will be less of a financial burden able in case of physical injury. later. Kappa Sigma would also like to chosen to be the beneficiary of the Got something to sell? Maybe your car, computer Tennis-a-thon, van Gelder replied that However, exhaustion does not consti- involve various sororities. or books. Kappa Sigma worked with the Zeta Tau tute physical injury. The men plan to Van Gelder encourages everyone to Alpha sorority for Homecoming and the alternate between mini-tennis (played support the Tennis-a-thon. "Come out Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer on a smaller section of the court) and and support the two guys who'll bust Looking for something to buy? Maybe a car, com- Foundation is the sorority's philan- various drills. This is similar to alter- their butts for 24 hours and lose the abil- puter or books. thropy. Since the Kappa Sigma fraterni- nating between jogging and sprinting ity to walk for three days," he said. ty has no official philanthropy, the and will allow them to keep a pace. Then, tack it up on our bulletin board. brothers wanted to do something for Kappa Sigma has a contract pledging The cost of a classified ad is $3.00 for 20 words. Zeta Tau Alpha. a minimum of 25 percent of the earn- ings to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Why was a Tennis-a-thon chosen over You can also use our bulletin board to find a aoom- . mate or tutor, for lost and found ads and for help ROTC meefs the chaiienae wanted ads Stacy Goode kilometers of rough terrain on foot. to realize their significant function Turn to page 14 for more information. Features 'Writer They were required to carry a mili- to the team. tary issued ruck sack full of equip- At a ceremony Tuesday to honor Dr. McGee also spoke at the meet- Jacksonville State Rangers prove ment, and a weapon. JSU's team the Ranger Challenge Team, Col. Fa cu If Y, from front page ing. McGee opened with a quote by they are up to the challenge. proved themselves to be "Rock Dave Merris, professor of Military Robert Frost, "We have promises to The 1998 ROTC Ranger Hard Cocks" when they completed Science, praised the cadets. "They keep and miles to go before we Challenge was held this weekend in the march in a little over an hour. learned more about teamwork in a Randall said books are ordered sleep,,, McGee used his time to "based On Mississippi. JSU joined 20 other Both the march and the rope couple of months," said Merris of how many "look back on what I have observed books were ordered in the previous and what I have tried to do.= McGee schools in the competition. Cadets bridge events required cooperation "than in any other particular event year." Carmine DiBiase brought spoke about improvements that have competed in events ranging from and team unity. They displayed the we do the whole year." He pointed problems with books not being in rifle assembly/disassembly to a 10- importance of the group, not as indi- out the individual accomplishments been made to the library to make it stock and a student having to a more user-friendly, building mainte- kilometer ruck march. vidual competitors, but as one enti- of many of the cadets, but empha- 'lass because he find a sized that "in the end it's the team nance and technology. He spoke of As a result of their teamwork, ded- ty. textbook. Stevens voiced his inten- the strengthened curriculum and that really counts." ication and "don't quit" spirit, JSU One particularly moving moment tion to be "100 percent in stock on higher admission standards. Many members of the team brought home first place in the in the march was on the last stretch, everything you request." There were no updates to the on- Army Physical Fitness Test. The when Satterlund came into view expressed their appreciation to the When asked how 'Om- going resolution status board. Linda team averaged 297 out of a possible with cadet Zanita Jordan holding his cadre for their time, support and mitted Wallace was on the reforms Gain described the board to visitors 300 points. Cadet Rich Satterlund ruck sack. Members of the team patience. Stevens planned to make, Stevens and people unfamiliar with it as a scored 331 points by maxing his yelled "Hold on Jordan, don't let Members of the Ranger Challenge admitted that he was waiting until way to from reinventing the category and earning 31 extra go!" She didn't. Jordan crossed the Team were: Team Captain Lloyd after the Senate meeting to wheel." Senate members serve short points. Several other members finish line with her team. Scott, Guidon Bearer Randy inform about terms and the same resolutions keep maxed two of the events, barely Out of the 13-member team, only Griffiths, Chaiko Tai, Zanita Jordan, up. Stevens assured the getting passed over the years senate that if Wallace will allow him missing the extended scale. nine members were able to partici- Vance Fleming, Martin Abel, Cecil because people are unaware of their to, he will run the store the way it pate in the competition. Not know- Edwards, Donnie Belser, Julie existence and what is being done Team Captain Lloyd Scott kept his should be run. with them. Teats, Victoria Scragg, Kelvin team motivated and in high spirits ing who would be chosen for the Stevens informed the faculty about for the rope bridge and 10-K ruck "first string," all members of the Simmons, Kenneth Hollins, and ''We want to get old resolutions a back guarantee" to accomplished before we present a team trained strenuously for two Rich Sutterlund. march. The rope bridge is a timed dents if find a book whole new slew of resolutions," said event in which the team had to con- months, exercising from 5:30 until Master Sgt. David Jones coached somewhere Chandler. Their status board seems struct a bridge out of a single rope, 7:30 every morning. The four mem- the team with the aid of Sgt. 1st Class Michael Tatum. refund the they then to be doing its job because Dr. Watts cross the bridge, and then disassem- bers who did not get to compete go buy the book for the asked for a copy of the board so he Other cadre at the Ranger ble the bridge. cheered for their teammates and lower price. could also follow the progress of the The 10-K ruck march was a cru- helped to administrate the events. Challenge include: Col. Dave "I'm happy '0 be here," said resolutions more carefully. cia1 event at the competition Master Sgt. David Jones, the Mems, Maj. Dieter Biederkarken, Stevens, "...the way 1 keep my job is Due to final exams, the next because it was double weighted. - team's coach, emphasized the Capt. Richard White, and Capt. keep you happy; let me know Faculty Senate meeting has been Cadets had to cover a distance of 10 importance of the support members Christine Hackett. if there are any problems." rescheduled for Dec. 7. f orrner Executive Editor of The New York Times

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ly followed and arrived back at tht wreck before he did: he took a side roac and went two or three miles before he realized his mistake. He did arrive eventually and administered first aid while we waited for an ambulance. Other folks had arrived, including someone with a cell-phone, so we were able to call an ambulance and a state trooper. I felt good to see all the help this one person was getting, but there we were with no recourse but to drive off and find help or a phone. Our natural areas -- are, and have always been, isolated. being taken away were Two semesters ago, I was kicked OUI n. - -0 What's more, while getting the license Ileft behind in my teen 1of an English class because I over-cut number off the wreck for the state troop- years. The university doesn't think so. The professor, who isno longer here, didn't seem tc er, I could smell beer - a good strong I'm not trying to be irrational about a policy that care that I honestly had a difficult time getting tc whiff of it. at its base is good, but I don't totally agree with it. the Stone Center, which is the furthest campus It was a foregone conclusion that For the freshman just beginning college life who building from my house. 11 While out covering yet another story on Mount Cheaha. I found mvself a ~ar- she'd been drinking. Bad as that was. likes to party all night and sleep all day, I can The professor was as nice as he could have beer she also had taken a curve too fast on a understand an attendance policy. about giving me the boot. He was just inflexible ticipant in a situation I thought I might someday see, but could never know how mountain road. This program is necessary to get students in the about department policy. I thanked him and hac To me, it just drove home everything swing of things. It exists to teach us to be respon- some extra free time. to handle: a wounded motorist. Coming down off the mountain, I I'd heard for so many years: "Don't sible with the fundamentals of college. What really peeved me off was I had an "Ain his drink and drive," "Take it slow," I do understand why we have the policy. BUT! I class. Make no mistake; I did care about the work climbed a rise into a curve only to see a Blazer pulled off onto the shoulder. "Respect the road," and especially, have a real hard time as a 25-year-old having to I kept up with the reading and usually typed my "Keep in mind how far away help might answer a roll call before each class period begins. papers at home. I wasn't making some statement in That's when I saw the black car (I later discovered to be a Honda Accord) be," in this case, five miles up a moun- When did I step onto the magical school bus that the name of anarchy by not going to class. I was tain. took ten years off my life? I can't believe I'm get- simply a student with some special circumstances on its roof in the ditch. Now, no one was dead, unconscious, As we approach the holiday season, ting demerits for being tardy or truant again. who could have been cut a little slack. we'll be celebrating our happiness or But you know what? I should be able to be late Hey, English Department, no hard feelings. I or seriously injured as well as I could tell. The driver had crawled out and was trying to drown our sorrows. to class for reasons like the girl at the Taco Bell don't have a bad attitude towards your policy-mak- I don't care why people drink and drive-in took too long. I should be able to take per- ers or their policies. I just think logically that if you sitting with her knees drawn up to her chest, her right hand cradling her head. drive, but 1 may not be there to help the sonal holidays whenever I want! pay for something, that something is yours. next person. Even worse, you might Why, do you ask? Simple. I'm paying for this. Therefore, you can do whatever you want with it. All I had to offer was a bottle of cold water. The other folks who had stopped take me out when you wreck, in which It seems faculty forgets this significant point. This If I can miss more than the "acceptable" amount case I couldn't possibly help you. isn't "have-to-go-to-high-school" anymore. of days in class and still pull off an "A," so be it! to help asked me if I had a phone. I wished I had, but I didn't. I left them So here it is, the perennial "drive safe- Whether I'm working my way through school or Perhaps that professor's syllabus should be ly for the holidays" speech: I get financial aid, I'm paying for this. This is my retooled. the water and said I'd get a ranger from Cheaha State Park. Please drive carefully. The life you hard-earned money that pays salaries, utility bills, If I screw up, I'll feed myself to the lions quietly. save may be mine, and thus, yours. remodeling and every other aspect of the day-to- I just don't want the University leading me into the So off I drove up to the park and got day operation of this University. arena. the folks at the souvenir/grocery store to call the ranger on the radio. I eventual- anyone who may have a case against the JPD and tell what happened to me. I am sure that I am not the only person who was not resisting and was still handled improperly.

Dear Editor, Dear Editor, and was arrested, Anyone who is against drinking and driving My name is Amber Cox. I am a full-time JSU student and dis- This is in regard to the story that was written about me in last should be incensed at this: that a person doing what he has so patcher for the Jacksonville Police Department. I have worked week's issue of The Chanticleel: often been told to do was not given the support of the people with every officer in this city and am proud to know each and In the last paragraph, it sounds as if I'm telling everyone to who are paid to serve and protect him. These are the same peo- every one of them. Words cannot express what courageous and go out and drink and drive. This is by no means the case. If I ple who most often tell him not to drink and drive. Now what honorable men they are. So as you can imagine, I was quite dis- believed in such a thing, I may not have been in that predica- is he supposed to do? turbed to read the article on Thomas Hobgood's public intoxi- ment. What I feel is that, sadly enough, it seems that in the city Once again, I do not condone drinking and driving. I do not cation arrest. As always, there are two sides to every story. of Jacksonville, Ala., a person's odds of getting home without want the next death from someone driving drunk hanging over First of all, it was only 8 p.m. when Mr. Hobgood decided to incident are better if they do the wrong thing and get behind the my head. Let it hang over the officer and his department for not stumble home drunk. Surely at this hour he could have called wheel. I think this is a sad commentary on our city. letting that person walk home. a friend for a ride. Mr. Hobgood was stopped because a citizen Students of this university and especially members of this --Thank you, concerned for his safety reported that he was staggering in the community should look into this story. The story is not that Thomas Hodgood street and could not be easily seen. So, to assure that he would some dumb college kid was arrested and given a bump on the P.S. I have no witness as to what happened to me, so there is head. It was that he was walking home, not creating a scene, nothing I can do legally, but I will be willing to go to court for see Letters, page 11 THE CHANTICLEER November 12, 1998 Page 11

Letf er~,from page not be hit by a vehicle, the officer went to check on him. Hobgood also failed to mention that he was 1 What qualities do you think our next I not placed under arrest until he became verbally abusive with the University president should have ? officer. He refused to enter the I compiled by FRITZ ( patrol car, giving the officer no alternative but to force him into the A sensitivity to the needs of non-traditonal college students: parents, older or returning vehicle. students and internationals. Also, some I have found in my experience as attention to the many other areas besides a dispatcher that drunks are not sports ... such as art, music and theater usually honest. A responsible jour- Cynthia Jones nalist would have contacted the Junior records clerk at JPD for a copy of the arrest report, in which all of the above information is clearly docu- I'd like to see a friendly and supportive mented. backer of the move to Division 1 sports. On a personal note, the officer who arrested Hobgood keeps a bag of candy in his patrol car to give to Dean Friery the children he encounters during Senior his shift. On several occasions he has discussed with me his belief in An accessible and approachable individual. positive interaction with the public. I have seen all my officers take money from their paychecks to give Michael Athanasakis to citizens who have lost their Junior belongings in fires. It used to sur- prise me, but it doesn't anymore. I know now that if they had not been self-sacrificing people, they would Interested in providing more things,for us never have become police officers (students) to do on the weekend. in the first place. I wonder how many fire victims Hobgood has helped. Has he done Kevin "Bishop" Radford anything productive as a citizen? I Junior know the policemen have. I see it every day. I say a prayer each time I send them out on a call, that they An open mind to all of students' needs will be kept safe from harm so they and a willingness to fight for what the can continue to protect all of us. student body needs. --Sincerely, Amber Cox Fred Taylor Freshman

Nice legs!

Omar Prince Fresh

I'm not really sure what the one does that we have now; other than just being president.

Neal Henry Sophomore I

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would be the time-for it. It challenges you'll be facing --Birthday (Nov. 12): looks like there's a big are too big to handle by You're in for several shift in how others see you yourself. Besides, it interesting challenges this and how you see yourself. would not be nearly as year, but don't despair. That's because you're get- much fun. Figure out who You'll be able to plow ting stronger. Make sure you'd like to play with and right through them learn a this happens by focusing ask them to join you. great deal in the process. on your objective. They'll be delighted, once It'll help to have a group they realize how important backing you up. Get them Cancer (June 22-July 22) your project is. together in November, - Today 1s a 6 - starting with best friends. Not only ale you tuned In Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. By December, you'll to detalls today, you're 21)-Today is a 5 have complications and also tuned In to what other Staying organized is gen- lots of changes. Delegate people need That's one of erally one of the most dif- some of the responsibili- your areas of expertlse ficult tasks for Sagittarians ties. You'll move smooth- anyway, but today you'll to master. But if you can ly through the hassle. In be so sensitwe, so canng, do it, you'll be amazed. January, you'll learn 70 Intent on servlng others, Your life's difficult spots what's important and you could even get a pro- will become ridiculously what's not, and by motion out of the deal. easy. Something you February, you'll have For you, it'll be fun, but thought would drive you made the course correc- for others, it'll be nuracu- crazy turns out to be amus- tion. In March, relax with lous. ing. That's your challenge someone you've loved for for today. Have a great years, to gain energy for Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - time while you're at it. an onslaught in Apri that Today is a 6 - requires discipline. You Finances are again the Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. can do it, once you get major theme. You'll be in 19) - Today is a 7 clear on your objective. In a position to wheel and There's confusion going August, there's the possi- deal and possibly make on, but it's not in your bility of a promotion and quite a bit. You'll also be head. It's the other people more responsibility, but tempted to spend quite a who don't know what to September looks like lots bit. That's always a prob- do next. You should be of fun. Your group could lem you face. You like to able to figure out a course win the championship. be surrounded by the best, of action easily. Then just and the best is usually let the others know. It's no The hyS raring; I0 is the expensive. Today, make it mistake that you're so easiest, 0 the toughest. your objective to end up often chosen for positions with a profit. of leadership. You're a Aries (March 21-April 19) natural for the job, espe- -Today is a 6 - Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) cially today. Your workload continues - Today is a 6 - to be demanding and mis- You're on a roll, and you Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. takes are likely to creep in. might be a little difficult 18) -Today is a 5 Don't take them person- for others to be around. The studying you're ally. Although you insist You're critical and outspo- doing today and tomorrow on having everything per- ken. The other part of this has to do with finances. fect, you must equation is that you're also You'd rather have the allow for changes and most likely right. Just money take care of itself modifications as you go remember to be compas- and simply show up when along. Don't beat yourself sionate as you coach the it's needed. This is possi- up if things aren't right the others to improve their ble, but to make it happen, first time through. Just performance. If they'll you're going to have to do make corrections. just do as you say, your a little homework. That's team is going to win big. your assignment for Taurus (April 20-May 20) today. -Todayisa6- Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Romance again is very - Today is a 6 - Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) important in your life. This You're still hassling with - Today is a 5 - could be tricky, since you the small stuff and trying Looks like there are still have other matters you to maintain your perspec- more details to be dealt should be paying attention tive. Toss out what's with. Well, guess what? to. Make sure nothing unnecessary and focus on You don't have.to do this important gets ignored what is. all by yourself. Delegate while you're thinking. That's always difficult some organizational tasks about your personal life. for you, but today you'll to a person who's good at That could be a bigger have to make it a priority. that, then just do as you're problem later than the You simply can't do every- told. This is a brilliant game you're playing now. thing, and some of the way to stay in control, things on your list don't while appearing to give Gemini (May 2 1-June 21) need to be done anyway. control to somebody else. - Today is a 5 - Relax and enjoy it. There are changes affect- Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21) ing your home, your rela- - Today is a 6 - tionship and your career. Start off the day by get- THE CHANTICLEER November 12, 1998 Page 13 I Gamecock Calendar +bskefbalf +ootball 4ollevbalI *if le SPORTS .Cross-Country Demon second-half surge stuns Gamecocks 53-36 Shannon Fagan Just before the end of the first half, the Sports Editor Demons' Thomas LaToof kicked a 32 yard field goal to trim the lead to 28-17 at the end of It was supposed to be another banner day for an explosive first half of play. the Gamecocks. They had just finished com- Then came the second half. Northwestern ing off of a bye week, were hosting a team they State made some adjustments and outscored were tied with atop the Southland Conference, the Gamecocks 36-8 in the final two quarters. and the weather was just right for football. It all started with the rushing of Demon tail- But, as the sun faded behind the mountains, so back Tony Taylor. Taylor rushed for 231 total did the Gamecocks' hopes of earning their sev- yards in the game and scored three touchdowns enth win of the season as Northwestern State along the way. He opened up the scoring on defeated JSU by the final of 53-36. the Demons first offensive possession in the "They got after our rear ends," said Coach third quarter with his 1-yard scamper for six. Mike Williams. "We knew going in they had a The Demons went for a two-point conversion good offensive line. They just knocked us and were successful. Just like that, the back and we couldn't stop it. They had a good Gamecocks were only up by three points at 28- game plan." 25. In the first half, there were no signs of a let- Kirby fumbled on the Gamecocks next offen- down. The Gamecocks held a comfortable 28- sive possession to give the Demons the ball at 17 lead at the break. Trailing 7-0 early in the the JSU 14-yard line. From there, first, the Gamecocks came roaring back thanks Northwestern State's Darren Drago rambled up to an offsides penalty against the Demons on the middle five yards for the touchdown. The fourth down. That gave JSU new life at the extra point was good and the lead was gone for Northwestern State 25-yard line. Five plays the Gamecocks, now trailing 32-28. later, Daniel Kirkland rumbled in for the After another Gamecock drive stalled, the touchdown. Brad Hopkins' extra point tied the Demons punched the ball into the end zone game at seven. once more. This time, punt returner Jermaine Early in the second quarter, the Gamecock Jones dashed 47 yards following a Gamecock defense forced a fumble to give JSU excellent punt for the score. LaToof's extra point gave field position. Delvin Hughley recovered the Northwestern State the lead at 39-28. fumble and returned it to the Demon 14-yard Jacksonville State finally got on the score- line. That set up Montressa Kirby's 1-yard board late in the third. Kirby hit Hamilton on quarterback sneak for the score. The extra a 47-yard pass play that resulted in a touch- point increased the Gamecock lead 14-7. down. After a Demon drive stalled, the Gamecocks On that reception, Hamilton became took advantage. Kirby hit Ronald Bonner in Jacksonville State's career leader in pass stride for an 81-yard aerial strike that resulted receiving yards. He now has 1,999 yards, in a touchdown. With 7:31 left in the half, the breaking Derrick Thomas' record of 1,971 Gamecocks were up 21-7. yards. Northwestern State kept their composure and After the touchdown, JSU went for two. scored on their next possession. Demon quar- Kirby successfully hit Cedric Allen for the terback Warren Patterson took to the air and conversion to pull the Gamecocks closer at 39- found receiver T.J. Sutherland for a 47-yard 36. his three touchdowns on his 12 yard scamper. thing. There's a lot of things that can still hap- touchdown. After the extra point, the Demons However, the Demons managed to widen the The extra point gave the Demons a 53-36 win pen in this league. Now instead of us deter- were only down 21-14. gap. Tailback Brian Jacquet capped an eight and handed the Gamecocks their first loss at mining our own destiny, we've got to depend The Gamecocks found the end zone on their play, 57-yard drive with his 1-yard score over home this season. on someone else to help us out." next possession to give them more breathing right tackle. The extra point was good, giving The loss hurt the Gamecocks chances of Jacksonville State hits the road this week to room. This time, Kirby hooked up with Joey the Demons a ten point cushion at 46-36. making the playoffs. However, Williams is tangle with the Southwest Texas State ~oibcats. Hamilton on a 25-yard pass play for the score. Northwestern State tacked on another touch- still hopeful at a shot of making post-season. Kickoff is slated for 2 p.m. in San Marcos, Jacksonville State had built their lead back up down to ice the game midway through the "I still think there's a shot. I don't know how Texas at Bobcat Stadium. at 28-14.

Shannon Fagan ed Francis Marion, Penn State, Georgia were Hernan Ray (20th) and Blake Teny individual results. She had a three round total score of 243. Sports Editor Southern, and Virginia Commonwealth. (31st). Leading the charge for the men was Jeremy The women also took to the road as they Other top finishers for the Lady Gamecocks The JSU men's and women's golf teams McGatha. McGatha finished in second place, competed in the Lady Gator Fall Classic in included Marie Mattfolk and Jody Swier. concluded their 1998 season last week in style. only one shot away from finishing in first . Gainesville,'Florida. The Lady Gamecocks Mattfolk finished 22nd overall wh,ile Swier The men traveled to Florence, South Ramiro Perez and Jeff Corr also had impres- finished third overall in the six team field. was just one place behind in 23rd. Missie Carolina to compete in the Anchor Bank sive finishes. Perez tied for third with a score They went up against Southern Mississippi, White rouilded out the team, finishing 3 1st. Intercollegiate. They earned their first team of 214 and Corr came in sixth with a total Troy State, College of Charleston, Both the men's and women's teams will win of the season by shooting a 4-under par. score of 216. Appalachian State, and the host team Florida. swing back into action again next spring. Teams competing with the Gamecocks includ- Rounding out the field for the Gamecocks Erin Elias finished tied for eighth in the final Page 14 November 12, 1998 THE CHANTICLEER

Shannon Fagan Returning for JSU are three lead- Pete Mathews on Jan. 25. Their reg- ing scorers from a year ago in guard ular season finale will be at Sports Editor Derrell Johnson, swingman Alex Centenary on Feb. 18. "Jacksonville State University is Beason and center Wes Fowler, A week later on Feb. 25, the Need to sell your car, lucky have Mark Other veterans returning include TAAC Tournament begins in books, computer? Need Turgeon as its head coach. He centers David Ash and Jeff Bellamy, Jacksonville, Florida. Thanks to to find a roommate? A is an outstanding young man with a forward Niki Okolovitch and guards new rules implemented this season, tutor? Tack it up on our tremendous hunger for Bryan Taylor and Jeremy Wilson. the Gamecocks will be eligible to bulletin board. Those are the words from The 1998-99 Gamecocks make participate in the tournament. It's a University of Kansas head coach their regular season debut on Nov. situation Turgeon likes to be in To place a classified ad, #I Spring Break Specials! Roy about the new 14 against the East Carolina Pirates "Obviously, I'm very excited. I come by Self Hall (room Book Now 81 Receive a State men's at Pete Mathews Coliseum. From think it legitimizes us as a Division I Free Meal Plan!!! head coach. 183) on Thursdays and there the Gamecocks become road program. Being able to play in the Mondays (prior to issue Cancun 81 Jamaica $399, Yes, "'lege fans, it's warriors with games against SEC conference tournament is just an date) between 2 & 3 pm Bahamas $459, that time of year Once again. It powers Alabama and Mississippi opportunity to be a part of something or call 782-57 12. We also Panama City $99. be mother year On the State. JSU doesn't return home until great," Turgeon says. hardwood and a very interesting One Dec. 4 for the Tom Roberson-Coca The Gamecocks took to the court do help wanted and lost 1-800-234-7007 around JSU. Cola Classic. for the first time on Nov. 3 in an and found ads: $3.00 for www.endlesssummertours.com This marks the fist time in Jacksonville State plays their first exhibition game. They hosted 20 words or less plus 10q than 24 years that the Gamecocks Woltzen's World Basketball each additional word. will have someone new at the helm. 998-99 JSU Men's Opportunities and lost 83-77. Turgeon replaces JSU coaching leg- Basketball Schedule JSU held the lead at the break, We reserve the right to re. end Bill Jones, who left at the end of Nov. 14 East Carolina 35-31, but let it slip away. The ject any questionable ma. last season with an impressive 449 NOV.16 at Miss. Valley St. Nov. 19 at Georgia Southern Gamecocks were outscored 52-42 in terial wins over his career. Nov. 24 at Florida A&M the second period. Just who is Mark Turgeon, you N~~,28 at Alabama Leading the charge for the may ask? Well, he played college Dec. 2 at M~ssissippiState Gamecocks were a trio of players. Dee. 4-5 Tom Roberson Classic ball under former coach Larry Guards Marlon Gurley and Jason Brown at Kansas. While at Kansas, Dec. 8 at UAB Dee, at Morehead State Lewis each had 15 points. Center Turgeon became the first Jayhawk J~~,2 M~~~~~ Wes Fowler chipped in with 13 player in history to ever play in four Jan. 4 at Troy State points, but it wasn't enough as consecutive NCAA Tournaments. Jan. 7 Mercer Jan. 9 Troy State Woltzen's had six players score in During his career as a player, the Jan, l4 at Samford double figures. Jayhawks posted a record of 108-33. J,,, J,,, 18 centenary Jax State got back into action in For more information about the C.S.O. program, After his playing days, Turgeon Jan. 23 at Campbell another exhibition game against Jan. 25 Georgia State please call Father ill Lucas at (205) 435-3238. remained at Kansas and became an Slovbakken of Denmark on Monday. assistant to Brown. He helped guide Jan. 30 Central Florida I I Feb, Florida The Gamecocks came away with the the Jayhawks to the 1988 National ~~b,4 at stetson win 78-54. I Tuesday Night Student Suppers 6:30 PM I Championship. After his stint with Feb. 9 Samford The game was close at the break. the Jayhawks, Turgeon moved on to Feb. 11 at Georgia State JSU only held a five point advantage The C.S.O. meets at the University of Oregon as an assis- Feb. 13 Campbell Feb, l8 at Centenary at 33-28. However, the Gamecocks tant to head coach Jerry Green. Feb, 25-27 TAAC TOURNAMENT blew the game wide open in the sec- During his five years at Oregon, the ond period, outscoring Slovbakken on 7th Street, NE Ducks went the NCAA TAAC game against the Mercer 45-26 in the final period. Tournament for the first time in 34 Bears on January 2 at home. The JSU was led by Gurley and in Jacksonville. years. Gamecocks also play two games on Rashard Willie. Each had 15 points. In 1997, Turgeon joined his for- Fox SportsSouth. JSU looks to Shawn Philpotts and Jeff Bellamy mer coach LqBrown as an "Whup Troy" in prime time on Jan. chipped in with 10 points each. tant with the NBA's Philadelphia and heat uD on Georgia State at 76ers. The Gamecocks came calling after that and the rest, as they say, is history. Turgeon isn't the only new face on the Gamecock squad this year. Jacksonville State added five signees to the team. Among them is Marlon Gurley from Madison, Ala. Gurley is a 6-1 shooting guard from Snead State Community College. In his two seasons at Snead State, he led the team in scoring, averaging more than 27 points per game as a freshman. Another junior college signee is power forward Shawn Philpotts. Philpotts played two seasons in Kansas at Dodge City Community College. The Gamecocks have also added three high school signees. Those signees are point guard Rashard Willie, center Ben Moates and com- bination guard Jason Lewis. I McDonalds of Piedmont & Jacksonville I THE CHANTICLEER November 12, 1998 Page 15

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