Volume XXIII, Number 12 December, 2012

Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Assoc. Inc.

EPNIA Enos Park Preparing for 2015 MONTHLY MEETING Stephen Spielberg's recently released film "Lincoln" is an example of another high im- Tues, Dec 11, 7pm pact presentation about the man Springfield St. John’s Hospital knew as its friend and neighbor. In 2015 the Assisi Room City and Enos Park will be part of a program to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's funeral. Cookies & On May 4th, 1865, President Abraham Lin- Conversation coln made his final visit to Enos Park as his See cover for details. body was brought through the neighborhood along North 3rd Street on its way to his rest- ing place in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Thousands The hearse that carried Lincoln from the Old Report Crimes to of mourners lined the streets as the horse State Capitol to Oak Ridge Cemetery was Crime Stoppers drawn hearse with its ceremonial black drawn by six horses and decorated with black 217-788-8234 plumes moved from the Old State Capitol plume feathers. past Lincoln's home at 8th Street and Jackson. The procession continued south to Cook and had been a strong supporter of Stephan Street, named after Brig. Gen. John Cook, A. Douglas. In 1858 he held a huge rally in who along with Major Gen. Joseph Hooker, the "black walnut grove" just north of the INSIDE THIS lead the procession west to 4th Street and ISSUE: Edwards home at what is today the corner of then north to the cemetery. Behind them 4th and Dodge. This event kicked off Doug- came family, neighborhood friends, political las' campaign for state senator and eventually allies, national, state, and city officials, the Funeral Procession Map 3 led to the historic series of Lincoln-Douglas clergy and Union soldiers including General debates. The black walnut trees still growing John McClernand, a long time associate of Did You Know? on this open lot are reminiscent of the unique 4 Lincoln and fellow resident of Springfield Featured Property history of the neighborhood. who lived at 801 North 6th Street in Enos Did You Know 4 Park. Waiting for the procession at the East Adding to the significance of the neighbor- Gate of Oak Ridge Cemetery were thousands hood’s role in Lincoln's life are the number of of other mourners. Enos Park residents in the procession, includ- Community Health Corner 5 ing Dr. Gershom Jayne and his son, Capt. As the procession crossed Carpenter Street Henry Jayne, also a doctor who resided at into Enos Park it passed by Edwards 816 North 5th Street just one block east View from City Hall 6 Place, a home Lincoln had visited many times of the procession route and the black walnut when he lived in Springfield. Benjamin Ed- grove. Capt. Benjamin Ferguson, son-in-law wards had been a long time associate of the of Benjamin Edwards, who would eventually In the Garden 7 President, and his brother Ninian was married to Elizabeth Edwards, 's At Home in the Park 8 sister. Edwards, however, was a Democrat Continued on page 2 Page 2

Continued from page 1... build his majestic home at 815 North 5th Street on property given to him by his in-laws, was also in the procession. Two other distinguished delegates from the neighborhood in- cluded , Governor and six term U.S. Senator who had a beautiful home at 601 North 6th Street, and the Honorable Ozias Mather Hatch, Illinois Secretary of State. Hatch lived at 1005 North 7th in a home originally occupied by the Pascal Enos family; Pascal Enos was his wife's father and one of the founding fathers of Springfield. Before the Lincolns left for Washington D.C. as the newly elected president and wife, they attended the wedding of Ozias Hatch to Julie Enos in the Enos home. Julie would eventually donate a section of the family estate to the city to establish a Park. Enos Park "the neighborhood" gets its name from the Park developed in memory of Pascal Enos. As the procession moved across the train tracks to North 3rd Street, it went past open fields that are today part of Gehrmann Park. At the time it was land owned by Archer Herndon, father of Lincoln's law partner, William Herndon. Archer had acquired the land from William Kelly whose family is recognized as the first settlers of Springfield. One of the Kelly family’s original log cabins was built in this section of Enos Park in 1821. From this point north there was only one other home on the procession route in what is today Enos Park. Once across North Grand and into the Lincoln Park neighborhood, there were a few more estates, but 3rd Street was basically a coun- try road leading to a distant hilly, wooded cemetery. On May 1st to 3rd, 2015, Enos Park will once again have the opportunity to greet and host thousands of visitors who will come to our neighborhood from all reaches of the world to One of Enos Park’s most renowned residents, General John celebrate the life and deeds of . McClernand, helped organize the funeral and was part of the procession through Enos Park. We will be looking for your help! Stay tuned! Only two and a half years to go!

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Did You Know By Steve Combs, President EPNIA Tens of thousands of visitors from around the world will be Paint Brush Award in Springfield May 1st to 3rd, 2015, to participate in the reenactment of Abraham Lincoln's funeral. The historic 1110 North 8th St. weekend will start with scholarly symposiums on Lincoln’s death and national mourning, Civil War encampments open for public viewing, and a number of Civil War era musical performances.

Connie Sidles received a Clean Up/Green Up grant from Lincoln was laid to rest in a vault at the base of the hill upon us and did a very nice job of redoing her front porch and which his final tomb and monument were built in Oak Ridge landscaping. Quite a bit of work was done to the outside Cemetery. of the house, and there’s obvious pride of ownership.

Enos Park will be a focal point of many of the weekend activities, including the encampment of Union soldiers in our open lots and decorating our homes and walkways along North 3rd and 4th Street for the funeral procession to Enos Park Banner is going be held on Sunday, May 3rd. Helen Edwards, Benjamin's wife, recalled Lincoln's death ELECTRONIC and funeral as follows: Do you enjoy the Banner? “His death of the night of April 14, 1865 If so, let us know how you’d was a terrible shock to us all who were his warm personal friends. At the time of his like to get it. funeral here and interment in Oak Ridge Complete the form below or cemetery thousands from all parts of the country flocked to the city. Our house, be- e-mail us your preference! ing on the road to the cemetery, was thrown open, our rooms were all occu- Name______pied, cots being put in the library and back room even, to accommodate friends who Address______came from Kentucky and elsewhere, and on the day of the funeral we kept a colla- E-mail address______

tion spread the whole day for any who I prefer my newsletter: wished to come for refreshment.” Delivered via e-mail to the e-mail address above

Mrs. Edwards’ experience sets the standard for those of us Delivered to my address above in hard copy in Enos Park. We want to be ready to host and support all of Send response to [email protected] those who will be our guests during that "once in a lifetime" or mail form to event. 821 N. 5th St. - Springfield, IL 62702

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Community Pitfall: Santa’s habit of leaving handfuls of candy in your Christmas stocking. Health Corner Solution: It’s time to have a heart-to-heart with the man in red! By Memorial Medical Center Instead of candy, ask for fresh fruit, granola bars, and even 100 -calorie snack packs. Stamps, gas cards and scented lotions are Eat, Drink and Be Merry – Without the Guilt also great stocking stuffers for “big kids.” It’s December — time for parties, baked goods, big meals… Pitfall: The big meal itself – what’s a holiday without a main and, if you’re not careful, growing waistlines. While it’s OK, dish, a plethora of sides and a beautiful spread of pies and and somewhat expected, to indulge during the holiday season, cookies? it’s easy for things to get out of hand. Solution: Remember, it’s just one day. Weight gain doesn’t Here are some tips on how to avoid common diet pitfalls dur- happen overnight – rather it is the accumulation of several days ing the holidays, according to Katie Horstmeyer, RD, LDN, of overeating. Use these tips to slim down your eating at lunch- and Christina Rollins, MS, RD, LDN, two of Memorial Medi- eons, parties and cookie exchanges prior to the BIG day. When cal Center’s registered dietitians. Christmas weekend arrives, you can relax and enjoy yourself. Happy holidays! Pitfall: It’s cold – time for festive specialty coffee drinks, hot cocoa and skipping the gym! Solution: Instead of partaking in full-calorie beverages, satisfy your craving for something warm and sweet with a mug of Remember to always report suspicious activity! sugar-free hot cocoa mixed with skim milk or water for even fewer calories. At the coffee shop, consider ordering your spe- Police Emergency dial 911 cialty drink with skim milk, sugar-free syrup and no whipped Police Non-Emergency with cream. And finally, mix up your workout routine by exercising along to your favorite workout video in the comfort of your Police response call 217-788-8311 home. Pitfall: The resident baker in your office who keeps bringing in cookies and other treats to sample. Solution: Moderation is the key! Instead of sampling every- 2012 EPNIA Officers thing every day, limit yourself to just one treat per day. Also, Steve Combs, President ...... 494-6668 remember to eat breakfast so that you aren’t as tempted to Michelle Higginbotham, Vice President ...... 553-4629 overindulge on the free goodies at work. On days you know Linda Maier, Secretary ...... (cell) 971-9138, 547-5526 there will be treats at work, pack a lighter lunch — broth-based Bryan Allen, Treasurer ...... 725-3341 soup and a salad with light dressing, for example — to allow Owen Anderson, Director ...... (cell) 899-0320, 528-9107 extra calories for a snack. Dennis Chrans, Director ...... 544-1464 Diane Combs, Director ...... 494-6658 Pitfall: Lunches out with friends and co-workers to exchange Fletcher Farrar, Director ...... (cell) 502-9149, 523-2801 gifts and celebrate the season. Jack Kriel, Director ...... (cell) 622-1943, 546-5157 Solution: Many restaurants offer menus and nutrition informa- Cynthia Mehl, Director...... 753-2680 tion on the web. Check out what’s available beforehand and Rick Mehl, Director ...... 753-2680 aim for lighter options like a grilled chicken sandwich or Dennis Musser, Director...... 528-7106 salmon salad. Also, remember to ask for a to-go container Betsy Dollar, Associate Director, non-voting ...... 523-3507 when the meal is served so you can take half home to enjoy Marilyn Piland, Executive Director ...... 522-9381 another day. Pitfall: The holiday parties and their accompanying appetizers, alcoholic drinks and large buffets. Solution: Avoid the over-filled plate – instead of stacking food as high as a Christmas tree, spread treats out so you feel overindulgent without overeating. For alcohol, transform your favorite wine into a wine spritzer. Mix 3 ounces of wine with 3 ounces of diet lemon-lime (or club soda) and enjoy two glasses instead of one! Pitfall: Your annual baking list — butter, sugar and chocolate, oh my! Solution: Try baking healthier sweets for your family and friends. Visit the American Heart Association’s Nutrition Cen- ter at Heart.org for low-fat alternatives to your favorite reci- pes. Page 6

50.96% in 88 and 6l.3% in 89. There's room for improve- ment, but these figures are understated because many people who are on the registered voters lists no longer live in Enos View from City Hall Park. The precinct boundaries have changed, so only parts of By Sam Cahnman, Alderman, Ward 5 these precincts are in Enos Park. A small part of 7 is also in Enos Park. Tuesday, November 6th was a great day for freedom. We The strong vote for the residency requirement in Enos Park elected our President, federal, state and local legislators, and Ward 5 means that I will probably vote yes on it. My job county officials, and voted on an advisory referendum on is to represent the will of my constituents, and I can't think of whether the city of Springfield should require all persons a better way to determine the will of the people than an advi- hired in the future to be residents of the City. sory referendum. Although we won't have a transition of power in the Presi- At the end of November the City Council passed my local dency this time because of Obama's reelection, when we do, preference for county contractors ordinance. My philosophy as we did in 2009 from Bush to Obama, I always marvel at is that when our city has to spend money, we should spend it our peaceful transitions, and with good reason. Many coun- locally. Under my ordinance, any business in Sangamon tries aren't so fortunate. The transition of power in Syria has County outside the city of Springfield will get a 3% prefer- now cost up to 52,000 lives 28,000 missing and countless ence when bidding on city contracts. There is already a 5% injured over 20 months, and sadly it isn't over. preference for businesses in the city. Businesses outside the In January Enos Park will be represented by new federal and city but in the county should get a preference over businesses state legislators elected November 6th. Our new Congress- in other counties because they employ many Springfield resi- man will be Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville). Our State Senator dents and purchase materials and supplies in the city. will be Andy Manar (D-Bunker Hill), and our State Repre- If you haven't signed up for the CWLP Round Up program sentative will be Sue Scherer (D-Decatur). Although he is yet, check your January bill for a form you can fill out and from Macoupin County, Manar has worked in Springfield send in with your payment. Your future bills will then be many years as Chief of Staff to Senate President John Culler- rounded up to the next dollar with the additional amount go- ton. He told me he would be delighted to speak at one of EP- ing to agencies helping the homeless. You will be helping NIA's monthly meetings, and I'm sure Scherer would as well. those most in need 12 times a year... a great way to start the I look forward to working with all 3 of our new legislators on new year! federal and state help in improving older urban neighbor- hoods like ours. I wish everyone a great holiday season, and a 2013 filled with more progress in reviving, restoring and improving our The citywide referendum on a residency requirement for fu- neighborhood as Enos Park continues to blaze the trail for ture hires won 58.7% Yes to 41.3% No. In Ward 5 the Yes urban renewal. vote was higher at 62.2%. In the Enos Park precincts the vote was about the same as the rest of the Ward. The Yes vote Alderman Sam Cahnman, an attorney, can be reached at was 61% in 88 and 60.3 % in 89. [email protected]; 528-0200; fax 528-0311 or Voter turnout was 71.56% countywide compared to a dismal 915 S. 2nd St., Springfield, IL 62704 18.63% in the primary. In Enos Park, precinct turn out was

At Qik-n-EZ we're more than just a convenience store. We offer quality products with fast and friendly service. QE has everything you need, when you need it. With 11 locations throughout central Illinois - we are where you need us. Volume XXIII, Number 12 Page 7 newly installed tree to take up several gallons of water In The Garden in the first 24 to 48 hours. Try not to let the water re- By Jerry Blackburn serve go dry. Be informed as you can regarding the se- lection, purchase, installation, maintenance, safety and Last winter NOAA predicted a very wet, snowy colder disposal of live trees. than usual winter. It didn’t happen. We had one of the HOLIDAY PLANTS - Poinsettias, Cyclamen, Calceo- mildest winters on record with just enough rain and larias, Mums, Christmas Cactus, etc., should be kept snow to get plants through without much cold damage evenly moist while in bloom in a cool (65 degrees) or rot. This year NOAA predicts a normal winter. We’ll sunny place. Discard after bloom of those except Christ- see. November’s temperatures were relatively mild. mas cactus or Amaryllis, as they are difficult to rebloom Rainfall was enough as to not stress plants. Hopefully, without specific chemical enhancers and/or cultural the ground will stay moist enough this month, as all conditions. plants need adequate moisture before the ground freezes and stays frozen. HOUSEPLANTS - Avoid overwatering houseplants during winter to avoid root rot, as sunlight intensity is Here are some ideas for December: much less than any other time of year. Provide extra PERENNIALS - should have been cut to the ground by humidity if possible and reduce fertilizer applications now, except those you wish to leave for winter interest. and strength until next spring. ROSES - should be protected for the winter after the PLAN - for next year’s gardens. ground freezes and STAYS frozen (usually mid to late Happy Holidays - ENJOY! this month). Dump 14 inches of soil or mulch down the center of each plant to completely cover the crowns and bases of all canes. Rose Cones, if used, should have 3 or Jerry Blackburn has been a garden designer for 30 years. 4 quarter-sized holes punched out near the base to pro- He designs, installs, maintains and renovates perennial beds vide enough cold air inside to keep the plants frozen. It and borders. He was employed at Washington Park Botani- cal Gardens for 11 years. ensures the plants won’t warm up too much on mild, sunny winter days. I recommend not cutting back hy- brid teas until spring unless you need to fit them into a rose cone. Shrub and Miniature roses need very little protection in winter. HARVEST - pine boughs, holly branches, pine cones, berried-branches, or anything you might want to use as holiday decorations. A sprig of yew fixed to the bow of a Christmas gift makes a nice touch. PRUNE - any wayward, diseased or broken branches from trees or shrubs. At Home in the Park Continued from page 8... EQUIPMENT - lawn and garden tools and equipment should be repaired or replaced, cleaned, oiled and stored Only today did it occur to me that Thanksgiving is the per- for the winter. I’m keeping hoses and sprinklers on hand fect gateway to the holiday season. To feel gratitude is to in case there is not enough rain this month. Lawns and open the heart and, like one of those paper calendar doors, all plantings should go into winter well hydrated. Ready once it’s opened it never quite fully closes again. We then the snow shovels, ice scrapers and snowblowers so go through December with “Merry Christmas! Happy Ha- they’ll be ready and on hand when needed. nukah! Season’s Greetings!” on our lips, smiling at strang- ers, remembering distant relatives, sending cards to old WILDLIFE - must feed in winter when food is scarce. friends. An Advent calendar helps to build anticipation--it’s Birdfeeders should be cleaned and filled. Suet is an ex- the traditions we cherish that make the season bright. cellent source of energy for them. Squirrels love dried corn, as do deer. Blessings to you and yours in 2013!

CHRISTMAS TREES - for safety, live trees should At Home in the Park: Loving a Neighborhood Back to Life NOT have dry needles when purchased. Be sure to re- makes a perfect holiday gift! You can find it at Amazon.com or move at least one inch from the trunk and place imme- BN.com. Lola's collection of columns is about Springfield in diately in water after doing so. It is not uncommon for a general and Enos Park in particular. Page 8 attaching a red velvet heart to a bouncing limb. I re- At Home in the Park member how we requested ornaments from our fami- By Lola L. Lucas lies to start our first tree. No one from decorating magazines called to ask to photograph the motley col- By the time you read this I’ll have lection, everything from clay Mexican bells to a Star been living in an Alpine village for Trek Romulan bird-of-prey starship. Odds are they over a week and enjoying the pleasur- never will because it’s gotten even more varied with 21 able anticipation of the holidays. Each Christmases (and now it has lots of poodles on it, too!) day something new will happen such The downside is that clicking and dragging doesn’t as a trip to the toy store or the sweets burn as many calories as dragging real boxes upstairs shop, a carol in the church, a romp in the snow with a to unload the wreaths and all the other seasonal decora- cute doggie. This year I even have my own stone cot- tions. tage where I can decorate the tree and change the The calendar’s Alpine village also reminds me of shop songs on the record player in my cozy living room. fronts in tiny buildings crowding narrow streets in I’ve always enjoyed Advent calendars and in the old England. We were there one November and winter days it was fun to pry up the paper hatches one by one nights come early in the northern latitudes. There’s to see a picture of an elf or a candy cane. On Christmas something of the same feel during the events in down- Day the big double doors of the stable could finally be town Springfield—the golden light pouring out onto opened to reveal Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. My the sidewalks, the promise of warmth and conversation Jacquie Lawson electronic calendars lack the tactile within. We treasure those evenings and also the Prairie qualities of paper but they offer a clever world where Archives open house each holiday season. [The Old clocks show the real time and the days and nights of Capitol Holiday Walk will be 5 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 5, 6, the village keep pace with what I see from my own 12 and 19 this year.] window. There’s music and animation plus puzzles, The base of the online village Christmas tree is piled interactive games and more just for clicking on the high with presents and a mouse click unties the rib- snow globe installed on my desktop. One year there bons. (I’d tell you what I got for Kevin except he was a story about a tiny kitten lost in the snow who proofreads these columns!) You must have your own was found and restored to his home—I still get all memories of opening boxes or diving into gift bags. teary-eyed just thinking about that! Your folks may have told you that a time would come A badly done story falls flat; we call unbelievable when you’d get more of a kick out of giving things characters two-dimensional. To round them out re- than getting them. Indeed, that’s generally how it quires enough skill to engage us and cause us to invest works out but it’s them with our own experiences. By adding our memo- hard for most kids to ries and emotions anything from favorite television believe. shows to this Advent calendar becomes an actual part Personally, I want to of our lives. To the online toy store I include the recol- give 55 gallon drums lection of the year we had the Christmas shop as a fund of energy drinks to raiser for EPNIA. It was in that building Mike Dunbar the great folks in EP- bought for his sculpture studio, right across from Susie NIA and all the vol- Q’s. To the village houses I put in a dollop of memory unteers who make of our Holiday House Tour when parlors were berib- events through the boned and the trees in them twinkled while hot apple year possible. I’d like cider and cookies scented the air. The calendar’s fairy dust to sprinkle over all elected officials to clear church reminds me of Third Presbyterian where we their eyes to see what needs to be done for the people had our monthly meetings for so many years. they serve. We’re on the road to recovery with more It’s been quite a while since Kevin and I lived on home sales and housing starts, with jobs being added, Fourth Street but it’s where we spent our first Christ- but we can certainly stand to pick up the pace. I’d like mas after we married and moved to Springfield. To to stagger under a HUGE box to give the entire world decorate the imaginary tree is to recall the gritty feel of peace, health and prosperity. glitter on glass or being poked with pine needles while Continued on page 7… WE’RE ON THE WEB WWW.EPNIA.COM

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December 2012 ENOS PARK BANNER STAFF Editor: Marilyn Piland Columnists: Jerry Blackburn Sam Cahnman Steve Combs Michelle Higginbotham Lola Lucas

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