Volume 13, No.08 December 19, 2007

In This Issue

The Truth Editorial Page 2

My View Page 3

Cover Story: Shelia Shaffer Page 4

Gabriel’s Birthday Page 6

Business Section

Ask Yvon Page 7

Vince Davis Page 8

Amber Hawkins Laptops For You Page 9

Bill Harris Page 10

The Lima Truth Page 12

I Am Legend Page 13

BlackMarketPlace Page 14

Classifieds SheliaShelia ShafferShaffer Page 15 FormerFormer andand FutureFuture UTUT StaffStaff MemberMember

“What has been demonstrated here, is that we have rights and when we exercise our rights, justice can and will prevail … I had no idea it would take three years! To me, the results have proven to be worth the wait.” Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth December 19, 2007 This Strikes Us … Community Calendar Our latest long, national nightmare is almost over. Iowans join each other on January 3 in the comfort of their churches, schools and living *December 19 rooms to debate the merits of the presidential candidates vying for their affection. New Community Luncheon: Missionary Society of Phillips Temple CME Hampshire will follow with the first primary on January 8 and then on to South Carolina. Church; Noon to 2 pm; Free and open to public: 419-242-7906 After that we swing into Super Tuesday, twiddle our thumbs waiting for the nominating conventions and endure the last round of debates and negative ads as the general election *December 21 approaches. It could be worse … no, on second thought, it really can’t get much worse. Next year’s Keyser Elementary Gymnastics Show: 9 am and 10 am general election is on November 4. The race for 2012 starts on November 5, 2008. Nathan Hale Elementary: First grade student special Christmas Party; The presumptive nominees – Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Rudy Giuliani 1:30 pm – are sinking like stones as we approach the New Year and the objects in their rear view mirrors are much closer than they appear. *December 23 Barack Obama, senator from Illinois, who only recently came to our notice in 2004 at the Third Baptist Church: Special Music of the Christmas Season ren- Democratic Party convention and Mike Huckabee, governor of Arkansas, who has yet to dered during the 11 am service come to everyone’s notice, have taken the lead in Iowa and are moving up in the other states. New Testament Church Holiday Production: “Out of the Mouths of We aren’t totally serious when we talk about a nightmare. Several months ago, this affair Babes; 6 pm; Maumee Indoor Theatre: 419-380-9357 looked like a pretty ho-hum, election year cycle with the frontrunners in pretty good shape. Now, all of a sudden, Clinton is falling apart, flailing out at Obama, going negative in Iowa. *December 24 Iowans, however, are not the type of folk who take kindly to negative campaigning. The Living Light: A moving Christmas Eve experience; Collingwood On the Republican side, Giuliani, whose national claim to fame is that he hugged the United Methodist Church; Music, drama and scripture; 7 pm: 419-476- suffering in New York City after 9/11, has more baggage than the conservative elements 8034 in the Republican Party are willing to overlook and Mitt Romney is so newly conservative that those same elements can only cast a suspicious glance his way. *December 25 Senator John McCain, who has staked his reputation on Bush’s Iraqi surge, Bush’s Merry Christmas!! immigration plans and campaign finance reform is also anathema to some conservatives. Which brings us to Huckabee – the compassionate social conservative and Baptist *December 26-January 1 minister, who preaches a creationist, right to life, anti-gay marriage agenda but who also Kwanzaa!! opened up college scholarships for the children of illegal aliens while saying we should Kwanzaa celebration at the Wayman Palmer YMCA; 5 pm each not hold children accountable for the sins of their parents. Huckabee just might have a certain appeal beyond the evangelicals if he can shore up afternoon; Sponsored by the Toledo Kwanzaa House Committee his finances and organization to take him beyond victories and close seconds in Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina. A candidate needs money and people to compete on Super *December 30-31 Tuesday. “A Time of Refreshing” Conference: New Testament Church; Noon Obama, on the other hand, who has both money and people, needs only to stay in the and 7 pm on Sunday, 9:30 pm on Monday; Guests – Pastor Jeanette running in those three contests. Clinton’s strength has always been the perception that Williams, Evangelist Sara Barbour of Indianapolis; Musical guests – her victory was inevitable. She and Obama have been swapping the lead in Iowa over the Darius Twyman of Detroit, Gerri Brown of Columbus and Sherri McGlown past several months, he has been closing fast in New Hampshire and South Carolina of Columbus: 419-380-9357 presents an interesting demographic challenge for the two Democratic frontrunners. South Carolina has a strong African-American base of Democratic voters. Clinton has *December 31 long held the edge among South Carolina’s black voters at least in part because of the Watch Night Services: St. Paul MBC; Guest churches – Third Baptist, perception that Obama can’t win amongst white folks. If Obama wins in Iowa and finishes First Antioch Baptist, Church of the New Covenant, United Missionary well in New Hampshire – close to Clinton, that is, South Carolina’s African-American voters Baptist; 7 pm: 419-246-2886 will be forced, and rather quickly at that, to re-assess their opinion of his chances. Obama and Huckabee, though they occupy the far ends of the political spectrum in this *January 1 particular race, have at least one thing in common – they have not alienated those in Happy New Year!! opposition. This doesn’t mean that conservatives will run over to Obama in any great New Year’s Day Concert: St. Paul AME Zion; Keith “Wonderboy” numbers if a Republican they cannot abide, such as Giuliani gets the nod from the GOP. Johnson, The Nevels Sisters and Isaac Simpson: 419-243-1065 But it does mean that he may be better able to work with such Republicans if he wins the race for the White House. *January 21 Huckabee is similarly situated. In spite of his religious fervor, he is realistic when it comes to issues such as the environment, the ills of corporate greed, his sensible approach to Northwest Ohio Black Media Association presents the Martin Luther immigration (presuming he doesn’t decide to do a Romney and start pandering to the King Jr. Basketball Classic. Owens Community College, Student “throw all 12 million of ‘em out” crowd). His competence as an executive is proven and his Health Activities Center. 1:00 p.m. Scott Bulldogs vs. East Chicago compassion is genuine. Central HS (Defending Indiana Class 4A State Champs.) 3 p.m. Libby There are two problems that Americans have, or should have, with the current state of Cowboys (Defending Toledo City league Champs) vs. Saginaw HS affairs in Washington: first the lack of competence and, second, the anger and angst that (Defending Michigan Class A State Champions.) 1-419-215-1087 the baby boomer generation seems unable to shake even 30 years after the Vietnam War – remember the 2004 election if you think that analysis seems far-fetched. Huckabee and Obama may very well appeal to voters who are ready for a real change from the politics, and policies, of the last decade and a half. We’ve had eight years of incompetence and 16 years of teeth grinding. This time at least, their programs may not matter as much as their personalities. The Sojourner’s Truth Toledo’s Truthful African-American Owned and Operated Newspaper Kevin McQueen Publisher Fletcher Word Publisher and Editor The Sojourner’s Truth Becky McQueen Business Manager Alan Abrams Reporter 6161/2 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Geneva J. Chapman Reporter Tamir A. Shaw Reporter Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 Artisha Lawson Reporter Published weekly on Wednesday Ashlee Austin Reporter Jack Ford Political Columnist Printed by Webco Graphics Carol Chehade Columnist Michael J. Hayes Entertainment Critic Jason L. Lee Sr. Layout Designer Subscribe to The Truth Today! Jennifer Retholtz Webmaster Marla Cole Sales Representative Pamela Anderson Sales Representative 26 Weeks - Only $40.00 52 Weeks - only $70.00 Kathy Sweeny Ad Creation Name: ______Phone # (_____) _____-______A Certified MBE, 2007 Address: ______City ______State ____ Zip ______The Sojourner’s Truth, 6161/2 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 Send your check or money order to: [email protected] The Sojourner’s Truth, www.thetruthtoledo.com December 19, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 3 My View By Jack Ford ture. He is sure to be a candi- Guardia mold – old school. Much has been written and daughter. Can anyone forget WTVG) – a full plate indeed. The Truth’s Political date to succeed Teresa Fedor Commissioner Pete Gerken spoken on the Karyn the look on his face when he Columnist as state senator when her term and Councilman Frank Szollosi McConnell Hancock affair. It first went on TV and appealed Ed. Note: After the submis- ends. are two other Democrats who appears to me she could not for Karyn’s safe return? sion of this article for publica- Ujvagi is also a very well would excel as mayoral candi- face the enormous self-inflicted I have received many kind tion, on this past Sunday Tim connected national Democrat dates. Jim Hartung has quietly problems coming down all at words since I disclosed my Russert of NBC’s Meet the Press through his associations with checked on his own chances. the same time. I hope she works dependence on dialysis. You did indeed pose the question Hungarian Americans. He has And Keith Wilkowski has his her way through these difficul- should know that I have to Mitt Romney about the fact, national clout that we do not followers. ties. And if, say, the Thurgood adapted very well and con- among others, that his reli- recognize in Toledo as we Republican presidential Marshall Association or some tinue to stay very busy teach- gion did not accept that Afri- should. When I was on City candidate Mitt Romney spoke other group wants to start an ing a full course load at Bowl- can-Americans were entitled Council, Ujvagi wrangled an on religious tolerance several effort to raise a restitution fund ing Green State University, to the full privileges of that invite for me to the White weeks ago. He generally earned for the true victims in this case, working to save COSI, attend- religion until 1978 and gave House based on these con- high marks for his tone and I stand ready to help them. ing to my duties on the Toledo Romney the opportunity to nections. And, I will never for- wording. However, a column As for Karyn and her fam- Board of Education, explain either why he re- get an impromptu floor dem- last week in another publica- ily, there are many who love fundraising for the Kidney mained a member of such a onstration Ujvagi orchestrated tion by Harry Alford hit the nail them … period. And to those Foundation, serving as the religion or to excuse the for me in the Ohio delegation on the head for black voters. bloggers and others who political columnist for The religion’s shortcoming. Rom- The recent legislation during the 2004 Democratic Alford questioned what would somehow blame Judge Truth and starting my new tele- ney, in general terms, re- which ends taxation on veter- National convention. Romney’s view might be on McConnell, that is entirely ri- vision show with my wife sponded that he loved his reli- ans’ pensions in Ohio is a real Ujvagi, a deeply well-read the historical antipathy which diculous. He was a father who Cynthia – “Coffee with the gion and declined to specifi- success for veterans and a big man, was a devotee of Saul Mormons have held toward at one point was scared to Fords” (every Sunday morn- cally address the issue involv- political win for State Repre- Alinsky, the father of commu- blacks fully participating in the death that he might lose his ing at 6:30 a.m. on Channel 13 ing African-Americans. sentative Peter Ujvagi, Demo- nity political organizing in the Mormon Church. I would like crat from East Toledo. Ujvagi 1930’s Chicago. I wonder if to see a national pundit ask worked with a Republican from this puts Ujvagi in a little quan- Romney a question about that The Flight of the Body – The Springfield to get bi-partisan dary over supporting Barack issue. support for this bill. Obama (once a Chicago orga- A few weeks ago here in The Republican, Ross nizer) or going for Hillary The Truth, Lafe Tolliver wrote Repair of the Soul McGregor, is from a district Clinton because of his own a satirical column regarding that a Democrat should right- national connections? finding a letter from Fran By Warren Woodberry minds me of a documentary stress. But this will not relieve fully be holding so his success Has it been almost 25 years Lawrence to John Foley in a Guest Columnist on the first flight of a young the pressure and probing of on this bill will help the Repub- since Ujvagi ran for mayor of waste can. Friends and members of hawk from a high rise build- the press as they move in a lican in his re-election effort Toledo? And, as you will re- It was a joke, folks! the church divided and ing in New York City over different world and see only next year. call, Linda Woggon, now a Satire is used to hold up a turned to the four corners of looking Central Park. The the story. The politics of the district Columbus lobbyist for the folly to ridicule. Mark Twain the world and sang and young bird was troubled and Many have benefited from plays a role in getting this bill Chamber of Commerce, served was good at it and so must be prayed for the safety of a fearful of what lay ahead and their probing for the truth al- through the process. Ujvagi as his campaign chairman? Lafe Tolliver if we can judge by daughter, a mother, a friend so it took a short flight to test though when it is personal it has become one of the most Peter Ujvagi would still be a the number of people who be- and a wife. A pastor led them its wings. The proud parents is not so easy to accept. The savvy members of the legisla- great mayor in the Fiorella La lieved the column. in song and prayer, and in perched in the distance, help- future will reveal whether even keeping with Matthew 18:20, less to assist any further. you might eventually be sub- those present turned and sent The flight went badly due jected to public scrutiny. But, their prayers north, east, to a strong prevailing wind for now, to some, the casting south and west. and so the bird soon returned of stones appears to be an To many, the walls and to its original nest until a Olympic sport as the desire to ceilings of the small room dis- better plan could be devised cast the first stone and the integrated, allowing their to cope with a stressful situ- second are strong among prayers to quickly escape, ation. Upon returning to the many people and some feel reaching every corner of the nest, the parents descended justified in asking for harsh world with God’s speed in on the young bird with ap- punishment for the alleged search of the one in need of parent words of encourage- accusations. prayer. The small group ment. These decisions will be prayed not only for a friend, The second attempt was made in the courts where ac- and a mother, they prayed for successful with guidance and cusations such as those made all women and children not expressed love from mother have jurisdiction, and no one accounted for. and father. To me this human should realize this better than They prayed for sanity, lost and found loved one has those involved, as the court love and a world where women been rescued and returned is an arena with which they in need are nourished and to the nest as initial prayers are more than familiar. Those allowed to contribute to a for her physical safety have seeking resolve for these alle- world in need. They prayed been answered. gations also deserve consid- for her mother, her father, her It was ironic that a friend eration, compassion and jus- son and for the unborn child of mine, who I now refer to as tice and so the courts will she carries. And they prayed Dr. Phil, called me on the very have no easy time adjudicat- for forgiveness for those in same day of the disappear- ing this case. need of forgiveness. Al- ance notification and assured Luke, Chapter 15: “And though their faces seemed me with great confidence that the son said unto him, Father, twisted in agony and pain as stress was the cause of the I have sinned against heaven, they prayed, there was a sense flight. We engaged in a dif- and in thy sight, and am no of hope in their songs and joy ference of opinion as I held to more worthy to be called thy in their hearts for the prayers the belief that abduction was son. But the father said to his that they offered. a great possibility in this servants, Bring forth the best “Whenever two of you on world of today. We agreed to robe, and put it on him; and earth agree about anything disagree. His insight appears put a ring on his hand, and Isn’t it time you had a Quiet Conversation™ with Kevin McQueen? you pray for, it will be done to be correct. shoes on his feet: and bring for you by my Father in Many will take pleasure hither the fatted calf and kill Kevin S. McQueen heaven. 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By Fletcher Word university – the appointing attend any more meetings with her appeals process eventually ployees in Appellee’s depart- “It says a lot, a victory of this Sojourner’s Truth Editor authority – can perform such purchasers, buyers, supervi- bringing in Mitchell to com- ment; out of class pay for two magnitude,” she says. “I know functions and McElfrish was in sors and managers.” plete the process. other employees; $12,000 I’m going to help a lot of people On July 27, 2004, Shelia no ways authorized to handle In 2002, Shaffer was in- Again, the procedural issue ‘projet’ system; numerous new who have been wronged.” Shaffer, who had been part of such a situation himself. At the formed by the Human Re- is the fact that the person who positions have been instituted.” And she feels vindicated, The University of Toledo’s staff time of Shaffer’s dismissal, in sources Department that her abolished Shaffer’s job did not “If they come back and say finally, in her determination to since April 1981 when she was fact, most of those authorized job would be abolished. In 2003, have the authority to do so. we will abolish the position proceed against an institution hired as a clerk in the university’s to do so had themselves left the she was told that due to arbitra- Naturally the questions based on budget cuts,” says with over 20,000 students and Department of Safety, received arise: why cannot the univer- Shaffer, “I have copies of job 3,500 full-time employees. She a hand delivered letter from sity simply reinstate Shaffer and ops in which they have been could have easily rolled over, Randall J. McElfrish, director, then have the proper person hiring for these [past three] she says, and accepted her fate. Labor and Employee Relations, abolish her position and why years.” “I could have settled out of informing her that her days at did the institution not do so In other words, Shaffer, court, but the picture was much UT had come to an end. three years ago when it must Murry and Mitchell could have bigger this time. Large institu- Shaffer’s position, said have recognized its error? easily made the case that there tions and corporations some- McElfrish, was being abolished And that answer, as was no need to abolish Shaffer’s times operate in a manner that “due to a lack of funds.” Mitchell points out in his brief position based upon lack of gives the appearance that they Shaffer, as she had on two and as Shaffer told The Truth funds and they are prepared to are ‘above the law.’ For that previous such occasions, de- when we sat down with her last do so in the future if necessary. reason, individuals are some- cided to not go gentle into that week is this: the university laid The failure of the university times reluctant to take on com- good night of unemployment. her off due to a lack of funds, administration to comply with panies of this magnitude alone. She immediately appealed UT’s she was told. In reality, there threshold procedural require- But what has been demon- decision even though she was was no lack of funds. ments, however, was a slam strated here, is that we have warned that it would take years Wrote Mitchell in his brief dunk … one which the univer- rights and when we exercise our for the situation to be resolved as he addressed that potential sity has appeared to acknowl- rights, justice can and will pre- – perhaps even as long as three issue and also to point out the edge by its decision not to carry vail. This has been a very diffi- or four years. fact that the university had acted on with the appeals process cult three years for me. While I In the event, it took just in bad faith: “A few examples after the order on November 14 realize there have been thou- about that amount of time. On are funds used after Appellant reinstating Shaffer. sands in my position, I always October 24, 2007, an adminis- Shaffer was removed from her As of this writing, UT has knew, what happened to me trative law judge for the State of position: [a] $250, renovation still not come forth with a pro- was wrong and I would win my Ohio’s Personnel Board of Re- for [an administrator’s] office; posal that would be entirely job back. I had no idea it would view issued a report and recom- [a] $40,000 tracking system for satisfactory to Shaffer and her take three years! To me, the mendation that Shaffer’s layoff receiving department; attrition representatives, but she is sat- results have proven to be worth had been procedurally defec- in the department making funds isfied at least that she has pre- the wait.” tive and that she should be available; raise[s] for two em- vailed. reinstated. university and, at that point, tion, she could remain on her The chairman of the State only the president could take job until a decision was made Personnel Board of Review such action. and then, later in the year, she The Community Club adopted the recommendation Shaffer’s difficulties with the was reminded again, via letter and issued an order on Novem- institution, she says, began in by the Associate Vice Presi- ber 14, 2007 that will require UT 1992 when she was promoted dent of Human Resources The Community Club, located at 3353 Franklin Avenue not only to reinstate Shaffer but to the Affirmative Action Of- James Scarini that her job was invites you to celebrate the holidays with us in December at also to award her back pay in an fice as an equal opportunity going to be abolished. two special events. amount that will easily fall within officer. In that position she So in July 2004, the woman a six-figure range. helped to submit state and fed- who had never received an an- It is a victory Shaffer rel- eral reports on compliance and nual evaluation rating her job Saturday, December 22, 2007 ishes, not just because of the trained department heads on performance as unsatisfactory The Community Club Holiday Party Celebration difficulties she has undergone hiring practices, among other and who had been recognized over the past few years, but duties. as a “Woman of the Year” in begins at 8:00 p.m. - $5.00 per person including a also because she feels that oth- To say that such affirmative 2002 by her UT colleagues was holiday buffet. B.Y.O.B. ers in similar positions will ben- action oversight was not wildly out of a job. efit by the ruling. popular on campus would be Adding insult to injury, her “It has now been over three an understatement. And supervisors instructed the Af- Monday, December 31, 2007 years that I’ve been without a Shaffer, no shrinking violet rican-American Shaffer to train steady income,” Shaffer told when it comes to pointing out the white female who would Community Club New Year’s Eve Celebration. The Truth last week as she what she feels are instances of replace her before she left. She waited for the university to fi- discrimination, soon found her- declined and was suspended nally perform as ordered. “I have self, for the first time, laid off. for three days for insubordina- Doors open at 8:00 p.m. no health insurance. I haven’t She appealed that 1993 deci- tion. When she returned to seen a medical doctor in over sion to the State Personnel work, she did in fact comply and three years, except for the times Board of Review but, before the trained her replacement. $5.00 per person, B.Y.O.B. I had to go to the emergency hearing was held, the univer- “With my years of working (Cabaret Style – with set-ups available) room. My financial situation has sity settled out of court and on issue of discrimination, I become embarrassing. My self reinstated her. She was placed have no tangible proof that I esteem and my confidence have in the purchasing department was discriminated against,” The Community Club been shot down by their con- as a business services officer. says Shaffer. “But I know I was thanks everyone for their tinued ‘bad faith’ actions to- But less than a decade later, discriminated against.” ward me. I know there are people according to one observer Shaffer’s reaction to her dis- participation and support worse off than me, but this is my within the university and close missal was to call upon Earl in 2007! We have just under worst. And worse than that, it to the situation, Shaffer was Murry, Ph.D., professor in the 1,000 members and would did not have to be.” targeted again. Department of Education and like all of you to come out The reason it did not have to “In 2002, I was warned by former UT vice provost, for be is clear in the judge’s recom- then Senior Director of Busi- assistance. on New Year’s Eve because mendations and the brief filed ness, Alvin Comley, that he Murry, who has fought his this will also be our bon on Shaffer’s behalf by her attor- would eliminate my job when own court battles against the voyage at this location. ney, Richard Mitchell of Mitchell the university made budget university … and prevailed, Again, the Community Club truly thanks each and every one Law, LLC. There are procedures cuts,” recalls Shaffer. “I think I immediately pointed out the in place – established via the made him uncomfortable in procedural dilemma the univer- of you and wishes you all a Blessed Holiday Season. Ohio Administrative Code – for meetings because he would sity would face in defending its abolishing positions and lay- make statements that had racial action to lay Shaffer off and that We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you! ing off employees. Among undertones. When questioned advice would eventually carry those procedures is the fact by me regarding some of those the day. The professor stood that only certain officers at the remarks, he informed me not to by Shaffer all the way through For more information, call 419-720-4306 December 19, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5

In Memoriam

Police Athletic League Boxing Coach Henry L. Moore

April 2, 1946 – December 15, 2007

Henry L. Moore, boxing coach, succumbed to his final seven-year bout with lung cancer on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at 3:15 a.m. Henry served his community by becoming president of Washington Village’s Homeowners Association and its current sergeant-at-arms. He also served as an executive board member, finance and housing committee member for Organized Neighbors Yielding eXcellence, Inc. (ONYX). Henry was spokesperson for the Victory Center, which provides free after care services to cancer patients. He was honored by this organization as its Victor Honoree for 2006. Having been an amateur boxer in the Police Athletic League (PAL) as a youth, Henry volunteered as boxing coach for the PAL and was involved in the success of the Toledo PAL becoming 2003 Golden Glove Champions. Henry always felt his first greatest accomplishment was his marriage to Toledo NAACP President, WilliAnn Moore, whom he met in kindergarten at Gunckel Elementary School. His second greatest accomplishment was being a father and positive role model to son, Joseph and daughter, Donna Madena. His final accomplishment and pride of his life was his grandchildren, Timeka, Cory, Reva, Nicole, Joseph III, Tyler Marie, Matthew, and Dakota. Henry was preceded in death by his mother, Leola and father, Elder Jerry Moore, Sr.; brothers: Jerry, Jr., James, Lonnie, and Eugene; sisters: Delores and Dorothy. Henry is survived by sisters: Leola Moore and Geraldine Walker; brother: Sylvester Moore; nieces, nephews, special cousin and source of support: David Rayford; faithful relatives and his many friends. In lieu of flowers, Henry would like everyone to contribute to his foundation, which was established for children needing boxing equipment and supplies. The foundation is called “Fighting for Kids”. Contributions can be sent to P.O. Box 9388, Toledo, OH 43697.

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They came from far and wide to help Theresa M. Gabriel, Human Resources director for the City of To- ledo, celebrate her birthday last Friday evening at the Peacock Caf on Monroe Street. Dozens of friends, fam- ily members and co-work- ers joined Gabriel at the lounge she owned for so many years and that is now owned by her son, Robert Gabriel. Balloons and streaming ribbons greeted the invited guests who munched on items from a generously supplied buffet line. Gabriel, who has worked for the City of Toledo for many years in a variety of functions, has been head of the local NAACP office, serves as chairman of the board for EOPA and is on the board of the J. Frank Troy Senior Center, clearly has friends, colleagues and acquaintances in virtually every corner of the city. Among those helping Gabriel celebrate was one Carty Finkbeiner, mayor of the City of Toledo, and Theresa Gabriel and her boss celebrate her birthday most of the mayor’s staff from the 22nd Floor of One Government Center. Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section ASK YVON By S. Yvon Harper, CEO state there is a total cash low her to get back on track. Their tactics are awful! I each one. power. By keeping track of Focus on Finance, LLC need for $10,000. I suggest Also, remind her that avoid- feel strongly that consumer Unfortunately, where your credit company’s rules that your friend focus on ing contact with creditors rights are being violated. most consumers get into you are sure to maintain finding creative cash flow can make a temporary fi- trouble is in not taking time your rights and not be a solutions. 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She has exhausted have funds from buyers de- companies who are allowed don’t recall receiving one While the government pleteness of the informa- her savings in recent ex- posited directly into her to charge ridiculous inter- contact your creditors for may have some credit re- tion posted in this column penses like new battery and banking account for imme- est rates, fees, penalties the most current copy. In- form legislation on the ho- or any referenced material. fuel pump for her car and diate use. and rake the average con- side you’ll find all the rules rizon we must still do our Readers are strongly urged new stove. The electric bill Your friend could also sumers over the coals. Why that you must know to avoid part. We the consumer must to consult with a qualified is past due, but her mort- explore obtaining a per- doesn’t the government get additional fees and charges. exercise our most important legal or tax advisor to ana- gage and phone bill are up sonal resource loan that involved to put limits on The credit card companies ‘right’ of staying informed. lyze your specific financial to date. She applied for a may be available through the credit card companies? by law must tell you about Simply put knowledge is situation. debt consolidation loan her retirement account at and was denied. What work. These types of loans would you advise her to are never my preferred do? choice for funding immedi- Small Business Summit Hosted by ate cash needs. In certain Kim ~ For a Friend in situations, however, it may Need be a feasible choice. Your The Dorr Street Coalition friend could borrow against By Artisha S. Lawson lion left; applications are quirement information is today, meets monthly to so- Dear Kim: It sounds her retirement funds and Sojourner’s Truth Reporter available on-line at http:// available on the City of cialize and iron out their busi- like your friend is between then pay herself back with The pews of Mt. Pilgrim www.co.lucas.oh.us. Toledo’s website http:// ness goals. We are religious a rock and a hard place. The interest. Also, there is gen- Church on Hoag Street were City of Toledo –Depart- www.ci.toledo.oh.us. based and offer classes Tues- good news is that your erally not a tax penalty as filled to capacity on Tues- ment of Development repre- Artina McCabe, a small day and Thursday eve- friend is only ‘between’ and long as the loan is paid back day, December 11, 2007 as sentative Robert Torres an- business owner, of nings.” ASSETS Toledo’s not ‘under’ the rock. This in full. dozens of current and poten- nounced Toledo’s Enterprise T.E.A.C.H. Daycare on Chest- website is http:// is evidenced by the fact that As for the credit card tial small business owners Development Loan Program nut Street was one of the many www.assetstoledo.com. her mortgage and some debt, your friend should gathered to hear about To- which finances new con- attendees. In less then 10 The Source, located on other debt payments are contact her creditors and ledo-area program that could struction, inventory and reno- years she went from a home- Monroe Street, offers refunds still current. request a more feasible re- be beneficial for their opera- vations for existing Toledo based Christian childcare to small businesses for train- The details provided payment plan that will al- tions. businesses. This program business to a new location, ing current employees, a The Dorr Street Coalition offers up to $50,000 with a and has plans to open her group of employees, and hir- Inc. sponsored this event and low interest rate. Also the second location on Franklin ing skilled workers. Further welcomed city officials who Neighborhood Economic Avenue in 2008. She attended information can be found on shared several local financial Development Loan Program the event in hopes of finding their website: http:// resources that are exclusively focuses on new construction, more loans that would sim- www.thesourcenwo.com/ for small business owners. renovating of existing build- plify the transition. “I am look- business_services.html. Lucas County Treasurer ings, fixed asset acquisition, ing forward to expanding my Before the question and Wade Kapszukiewicz began and inventory for small com- business, and the programs answer portion, Lucas the program by offering at- munity-based businesses they spoke of will help me.” County Improvement Corpo- tendees a small business loan located in designated busi- Along with the Lucas ration said that lists of pro- from a fund that has $3.7 mil- ness districts. Further re- County Treasurer and De- grams are available on their partment of Development, website: http:// also in attendance with pro- www.lcicoh.com. grams were Toledo Regional McCabe was encouraged Chamber of Commerce which to expand her business, but offers counseling and assis- feels that God has a great tance for small businesses, plan for her and others who and ASSETS Toledo a 13- seek him while reaching for week training on the basics their dream. “If anyone has a of business. Executive Direc- dream to start their own busi- tor Olivia Holden was excited ness, and then I say yes –go to see so many Asset gradu- for it. That way you never ates in attendance. “Seventy- have any regrets knowing eight percent of our gradu- that God will stay with you ates are still in business, our always.” alumni – some you see here Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth December 19, 2007

• Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Ownership: The Last Frontier … How to Make Your Business Last and How to Pass it On

By Vince Davis sence of a corporate desig- that the insured is power- small business” if you die. ing your business on to a and then go back to work, it Guest Columnist nation, no longer exists less with regard to chang- Additionally the banks successor does not neces- is like having your cake and when the owner dies. ing the beneficiary. The know that without you the sarily mean that you are eating it, too. Succession planning Disability insurance beneficiary part of the life business is not likely to now out of a career. You Selling your business in- can roughly be defined as should be taken out on the insurance contract speci- terest to a younger, more an attempt by a business sole proprietor or top ex- fies who gets the money. energetic, well-chosen suc- owner to continue his or ecutive with premiums paid Obviously the bank does cessor can literally save her business or, in other by the corporation with not want to own the busi- your life and help your busi- words, pass the business benefits payable to the cor- ness if the owner dies. ness continue. Chances are on to a successor of the poration in the event of the Banks lend money and want your successor is already owner after the owner’s disability of the sole pro- their money back, prefer- working for you. It is time death, disability or retire- prietor or top employee. ably with interest. (death you let him or her know the ment. Therefore a succes- Key man insurance or not withstanding) plan while you’re still alive sor would be someone who key woman insurance When banks lend money and well. That plan needs “succeeds or comes after” to include funding your the owner in order to con- Selling your business in- successor and contin- tinue the business. gency planning in the event Finding someone to terest to a younger, more ener- of your or her premature succeed the owner of your death or disability. small business is a difficult getic, well-chosen successor can That’s my time if not impossible task. literally save your life and help Vince Davis Insurance Many small businesses representing State Farm operate in a niche market. your business continue. Insurance 712 Sherman at Others exist primarily due Cherry Toledo Ohio 43608 to the expertise or contacts should be purchased by the to small businesses they are continue to operate. can sell your business then 419-244-2904 of the owner. employer and payable to calculating that In another article I will work there as a senior con- Therefore the assets of the employer in the event individual’s likelihood re- talk to you about ways to sultant. The government Happy the business must be of the death or disability of pay the loan. The insurance groom and mentor a suc- and corporate workers call Holidays shielded from the unex- a key employee. This could is there because the bank cessor to own your busi- that a double dip. When From The Truth pected and premature death be accomplished by the of does not want to run ‘your ness after you retire. Pass- they collect their pension or disability of the owner. either term insurance or Life insurance representing permanent life insurance that portion of the business depending on a number of that would be lost by the factors like the age, length death of the business of service and time to re- owner can be protected tirement of the key em- with the purchase of a ployee. The revenues that policy. would be lost as a result of A calculation would the death or disability of a need to be made with re- key employee should also gard to how long it might be considered when mak- Discover Winter Legacies take to find a successor. ing a decision to buy insur- December 26-30 Additionally consideration ance to shield the business would be given to how much from losses created by the business (cash flow and net demise of a key employee profit) would be lost during Often when banks loan the search for a successor. money to small businesses It should be noted that cer- the bank requires that the tain corporations, limited principals secure a life in- For complete partnerships, and LLC’s surance policy. After the schedule of sustain their corporate life principal gets the policy FREE programs: after the death of the top they are required to make toledomuseum.org corporate executive. A sole the bank an irrevocable 419.255.8000 proprietorship, in the ab- beneficiary. That means

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• Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Which Laptop Is For You?

By Amber Hawkins of laptops. Not all laptops are hopes, non-existent; more- ged protection equal the abil- You just have about ev- graphics, accessories out Guest Columnist the same. over, the time is now to buy ity to be global. erything a laptop could have of this world, the ability to According to this type of laptop computer “Ultraportables” bring to if you are a “gamer.” The more connect to an additional 24- A large number of you www.pcmag.com, the differ- because you’re tired of bump- light the fact that conve- graphics the better, the sound inch computer screen, and are in the midst of or about ent types of laptop comput- ing your leg against the tower! nience costs. Bulkiness is not card is the key ingredient for a sizeable hard drive that to shop for that new com- ers are general, cheap, busi- If the cost is under $1,000 it’s an option, weight matters, and the speakers, the latest com- causes your peers to drop puter. One reason is to re- ness, ultraportable, gaming good. If the cost is under the battery life cannot be less puterized games distinguish their jaws in disbelief. Speed place the one that has seen and media. “General-purpose $500 and has the gadgets and than four hours tops. Unfor- the novice from the expert, equates with power, the its last days. Another rea- laptops,” as they are called, capabilities of a $2,000 com- tunately, a person’s fingers and all accessories are pricey $3,000+ price tag is the norm, son is that your child’s are laptops that are used ba- puter, that’s a steal! might find the keyboard and but worth every penny. Be- and color has to be top college website hints sically to send e-mail, do pri- When it comes to the cor- screen smaller than usual, sides, the laptop design de- notch. Internet connection about every student hav- marily word processing tasks porate world, the focus is on notes your reputation. The can be high speed, but wire- ing a laptop for classes. and your everyday Internet which series of laptops and computer screen is 17 inches less is preferred. Let’s not forget that search. systems will specifically meet or larger, and speed is re- When buying that your job relies increasingly These laptops don’t have that business environment’s quired. No speed? No way! laptop, you’ll now have on computers and now the added gadgets or large needs. The size of the hard You are playing a game more of an idea of the laptop computer training deter- hard drives. These comput- drive has to be ample for against someone on the other that is right for you. Next mines job security. Believe ers are for the people who change and growth, security side of the world, and a slow month, the break down as it or not, your worst night- want to start off small and for is high priority, meetings are Internet connection better to what those computer mare came true because the people who desire sim- increasingly conducted however, the graphics com- not happen. Okay the laptop terms mean. your friends said they will plicity in their lives. If a com- online via the Internet, and pensate satisfaction. For the gets heavy because it is seven Amber S. Hawkins is the send you an e-mail! But puter is new to a person, this now it’s normal for an em- person who frequently com- pounds or more; however, President/CEO of Your you do not have an e-mail is the type of laptop obtained. ployee to conduct business mutes, work can be done you probably have the hard Computer Needs of Toledo, address. To make matters Some people buy general- in and out of the office on a while on the road. In other drive size to start your own LLC. Your Computer Needs worse, you don’t have a purpose laptops as the sec- laptop computer. In some words, your office can be your Internet service provider of Toledo, LLC provides in- computer. You must pur- ond computer for their home, cases, the “workstation” is car, the portable printer, the business. home computer training, chase a computer, and at work, etc. the laptop for an individual’s laptop, and the cell phone. Finally, this is the category computer training/consult- the same time you are com- The “cheap” laptops are business use at their work- Additionally, “fingerprint for the one who must have it ing for businesses, and puter illiterate. for the budget seekers, the place; at other times, it is the readers are standard on many all in spite of bulkiness. The workshops for churches The goal of these ar- cost evaluators, the ones who area of the office that con- ultraportable laptops.” The “media center or multimedia” and other faith-based orga- ticles is to help ease some consider the bottom line as to sists of a computer and nec- cost is going to be above laptop can be used be used to nizations. For more infor- of the tension when it whether the purchase is essary equipment such as $2,000. watch television, for video mation, visit comes to computers—at worth the expense. The ad- wireless Internet. Notewor- Still haven’t come across editing, your updated juke- www.yourcomputerneeds.net, least the purchasing as- vertisements in the paper are thy for business survival is your laptop yet? Maybe box. Sure there is still the word send e-mail requests to pect. Our concentration analyzed with a fine toothed this equation – technical ad- these next ones will fit your processing and the e-mail, but [email protected], or will be on the different types comb, repair costs are, one vances plus laptops with rug- fancy! there’s also state-of-the-art call 419-304-4564. Page 10 The Sojourner’s Truth December 19, 2007 • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • Business Section • A Family Mission Statement Can Keep Family Goals First and Money Squabbles at Bay

By Bill Harris legacy at the legendary daily paper as the process. When a family financial mission state- family business to you? As for the age of the par- Guest Columnist business paper or take the family sits down to discuss ment should have four key • What should we be ticipants, it can start in very money and run. Money even- what is really important to touch points: estate issues, phi- doing differently with our fam- basic form with younger chil- tually won. them, it’s an opportunity to lanthropy, business direction ily money as well as our assets dren and the process can ma- For most average Ameri- take the machine apart and see and family dynamics. inside the business? ture as they age. It’s actually a cans, such stories are an illus- how it works. Many families Here are some questions • What’s the best way good idea to bring young mem- tration not only of how money start the process as a way to that should be asked of every- for us to be building our bers into a customized version doesn’t buy happiness, but build consensus about long- one in preparing the family’s wealth? of the process for youngsters how it breeds dissention and term financial, business, es- financial mission statement. • What do you think so they can comfortably ad- distance between people who tate and philanthropic goals, They should focus on rela- the role of our family should just to working as adults with could be enjoying their wealth but to their surprise, money tionship issues first, and then be in helping the community? the older members of the fam- and moving in concert. With can take a back seat. Families move into business and money • What should we be ily. all that money, how can people discover particular strengths, matters. doing individually and as a For a handy resource on be so unhappy and conten- weaknesses and unexpected • What’s most impor- family with regard to philan- writing a family mission state- When rich families tious? courses of action within their tant about our family? thropy? ment, go to this site: squabble over the family Families with substantial ranks. The process might iden- • What do you think Structurally, the written www.nightingale.com/ legacy, it becomes headline assets – or the promise of sub- tify future leaders of the fam- our goals should be? mission statement can be what- This column is produced news. Witness the recent battle stantial assets as a business ily. • When do you feel ever you agree it should be – a by the Financial Planning As- over the ownership of the Wall grows – might consider creat- Trained financial advisors most connected to the rest of few paragraphs or a page or sociation, the membership or- Street Journal between mem- ing a family mission state- can explain and guide the pro- us? two. And it needn’t be set in ganization for the financial bers of the Bancroft family. ment. While the end product cess. Some planners may be • How should we re- stone – a family should have a planning community, and is When approached by media should produce a document trained to facilitate such dis- late to one another? meeting every year or two to provided by Bill Harris, a lo- titan Rupert Murdoch, various built from discussion, argu- cussion based on the size and • What are our revise or approve its mission. cal member of FPA. Bill is a family members fought over ment and consensus, it’s not goals of the family involved. strengths as a family? The family mission statement financial advisor with Infor- whether to preserve the family so much about the piece of The general creation of a • Where do you think helps your family establish its mative Financial Services of we’ll be as individuals in 5, 10 identity and the variety of Toledo, Ohio. Securities and and 15 years? voices within. It can help set advisory services offered • In order, what are the goals and diffuse tensions later. through Mutual Service Cor- Largest Compilation of Its Kind five things you value most in It can also be used to moderate poration, member NASD/ life? discussions that inevitably SIPC. Informative Financial Levels The Playing Field For • How should we be- happen after major changes Services is not affiliated with have toward each other? within the family – death, di- Mutual Service Corporation. • How should we re- vorce or happily, an increase For seminars and speaking en- African/African American solve our disputes? in the number of heirs and gagements, Bill can be reached Businesses • How important is the participants. at 419-885-8384. Special to The Truth Pages Minority Business Di- around the country in barber rectory, consisting of over shops, hair salons, restau- According to Aaron 70,000 African/African rants, grocery stores, book- Rollins, founder of American businesses, with a stores, and other businesses. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND BlackFind Inc., the Black projected distribution of 1.5 In addition international col- Pages concept started over million copies. leges, universities, and librar- 30 years ago in Atlanta, Geor- The directory will be dis- ies will be targeted to carry HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! gia. Since then, Black Page tributed internationally to this powerful directory and directories have been pro- churches, newsstands, sub- resource guide. duced in over 61 markets scriptions, on HBCU cam- “This National Black From nationwide. In addition, these puses, alumni organizations, Pages Directory brings with powerful directories are pro- Sorority and Fraternity con- it the potential of positive duced in Canada and the Car- ventions and events, as well advertising exposure for hun- Welch Communications, Inc. WJUC ibbean as well. as governmental agencies dreds of thousands of Afri- Rollins added, “The Black and major corporations. can and African-American Pages Directories have Rollins stated, “The aim businesses by promoting the served us with a local means of BlackFind Inc. is to en- economic development of of advertising within and able Black businesses to minority business. By creat- around our communities; but, break through the financial ing a high level of visibility in order for our people to barrier of advertising on a within the African American grow, we must push past the statewide, national and in- national and international boundaries of the local cities ternational front . Our goal community, we will expand and counties. We have to is to bridge the gap between beyond the local and limited extend our reach to include black consumers and black reach of the cities. The direc- the state, the nation, and the owned businesses and cor- tory will also serve as an world at large.” porations worldwide. We educational and informa- The legendary visionary, will do so by leveling the tional tool by increasing Dr. Maya Angelou, lent her playing field, and empower- world wide consumer aware- Join Charlie Chuck and Otis Green, approval of this publication ing African/African-Ameri- ness of available resources, when she said, “I would be can business owners to con- public services and commu- On the air this Saturday, December 22 and honored to be involved with fidently compete interna- nity events,” said Rollins. 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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity MAYOR TO INTRODUCE IMPROVEMENTS Holds Annual Founders Day TO DORR STREET CORRIDOR FA ADE GRANT PROGRAM Toledo, Ohio - Mayor Carty Finkbeiner will propose a funding source for the recently passed Dorr Street Corridor Fa ade Grant Program. Mayor Finkbeiner proposes funding the Dorr Street Corridor program through the Community Development Block Grant fund. The Dorr Street Corridor is eligible for this program. By using CDBG funding, the City will be able to allocate $100,000 to the program instead of the $55,000 originally called for in the City Council legislation. All fa ade improvements will require a matching private sector investment. “Public funding of private business improvements must be done in partnership with business,” said Mayor Finkbeiner. “The City can not be expected to fund the entire cost of each improvement.” “The City of Toledo is fully supportive of the Dorr Street revitalization project,” Members of Alpha Phi Alpha pose for a picture at their Mayor Finkbeiner added. “And by adding $45,000 to the pot, as well as expecting the annual Founders’ Day program on Dec. 8, 2007 private sector to partner with us, the project should have long term success.” The proposed changes will be delivered to City Council at Tuesday’s agenda meeting.

Special to The Truth bers for guidance. Nelson, and Nathaniel J. Andre’ V. Page, Young. Alpha Xi Lambda Chap- Founders’ Day chairman ter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fra- said, “this is a very historical Alpha Phi Alpha (‘ ‘) is The Year In Pictures ternity, Inc. held their annual and important time in our the first intercollegiate fra- Founders’ Day program at fraternity. We have the op- ternity established by Afri- First-time gallery exhibit of The Blade the Park Inn in downtown portunity to celebrate, this can-Americans. The frater- photographers’ favorite photos of 2007 Toledo on Saturday, Dec 8, year, 101 years of our dear nity was founded on Decem- 2007. David Young, mem- fraternity and reflect on our ber 4, 1906, on the campus ber and interim director of Founders, The Seven Jew- of Cornell University in The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library presents a first-time gallery exhibit of The the University of Toledo’s els, and the hardships they Ithaca, New York, as a social Blade photographers’ favorite photos shot over the course of 2007. Office of EXCELlence and endured to form this frater- fraternity. The founders, TOLEDO EXCEL, was the nity at an Ivy League col- Henry Arthur Callis, Charles The exhibit, titled “The Year In Pictures,” is on view Wednesday, December 19 through keynote speaker. He ad- lege, Cornell University.” Henry Chapman, Eugene Thursday, January 31, 2008 in the second floor gallery at Main Library, 325 Michigan St., dressed an attentive audience Next year the local alumni Kinckle Jones, George in downtown Toledo. and focused on the chapter, Alpha Xi Lambda, Biddle Kelley, Nathaniel fraternity’s legacy, tradition will celebrate its 80th anni- Allison Murray, Robert Nate Parsons, Blade director of photography, said 26 photographs are displayed in the and future. He also stressed versary. Committee mem- Harold Ogle, and Vertner powerful exhibit, which includes moving images from the dove release to commemorate the that young men, women and bers included Joe L. Conley, Woodson Tandy, are collec- lives lost in constructing the I-280/Veterans’ Glass City Skyway Bridge, to the funeral the community are looking Jr. Martino Harmon, Robert tively known as the “Seven services of the late Toledo Police Detective Keith Dressel, who was killed in the line of duty for and to fraternity mem- L. Langford III, Keith A. Jewels.” by a 15-year-old male. “The nice thing is that these photographers get to step into the lives of everyday Toledo and the surrounding area of people and spend some time with them and tell their stories visually to all of our readers,” said Parsons. “They stepped in the moments of good and tragedy that really yank our heartstrings and run the full gamut of life – from the joyous times, to the times when no one wants to be in their shoes.” For more details, please call 419.259.5207.

The Blade, a daily newspaper in Toledo, was first published in 1835, two years before the city was officially incorporated. Lucas County Approves Major Investment in Revolutionary Solar Energy Firm Special to The Truth the commissioners passed a Kapszukiewicz. resolution allowing for an Kapszukiewicz said that The Lucas County Com- interest-rate reduction on a 12 other local businesses missioners and Lucas County $2 million dollar loan to have taken advantage of the Treasurer Wade Xunlight Corporation. linked deposit program, but Kapszukiewicz today an- “Our linked deposit pro- none will have the transfor- nounced a major investment gram is designed to create mative impact of Xunlight to in Xunlight Corporation, a jobs. This one business alone Lucas County ’s economy. revolutionary thin-film solar will create almost 800 jobs “Green-collar jobs are the cell manufacturer founded in in the next five years. This is wave of the future. We have Lucas County . a public-private partnership a chance to offer manufac- As part of the treasurer’s that works,” said Lucas turing wages in the technol- linked deposit loan program, County Treasurer Wade ogy field with Xunlight’s innovations,” said Commis- sioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak. Xunlight Corporation, co-founded by Xunming Deng, Ph.D., is a 21st Cen- tury technology company producing a revolutionary thin-film solar power prod- uct in Lucas County. It is an outgrowth of The University (Continued on Page 12) The Lima Truth December 19, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 12 LAST MINUTE SHOPPING TIPS Owens Corning

By Sharon Guice and others carry a large selec- ping long hours. Comfortable a bow. How about your special Sojourner’s Truth Reporter tion of goods from clothing, shoes and clothes are a must. seasoning? Take a seasoning Helps to Sponsor home theater and small appli- Avoid clutch or heavy over- jar you already have and re- Have you started your last ances to toys, jewelry and fur- sized handbags. Try a back- move the label. Put your sea- Community minute shopping for Christmas niture all at 30 to 80 percent pack purse or waist pack. Ide- soning in the jar, added your and or Kwanzaa? If not, your below retail everyday. You can ally you’ll want your hands own special label, tie a ribbon days are numbered and dwin- take care of a several presents free to shop. Pack a snack & around it or put it in a gift bag. Health Fair dling quickly. If you are like at once saving time as well as some water so you don’t have Time is the most valuable From the Editor me, every year we vow not to money. Only after you’ve hit to break to recharge your bat- gift of all. As a correction and addition to our article last week be a last minute shopper. But the discount stores do you hit teries. on the Community Health, Wellness and Weight Loss here we are again at the last specialty stores or the mall. 12. Let the elves do the Challenge Health Fair held at the Cordelia Martin Health minute and need to get those 9. Don’t procrastinate. work Center on December 1, we want to note that Owens we love and care about some- 5. Avoid the crowds. While you shop if you see The mall may have compli- Corning was also a sponsor of that event and contributed thing wonderful to express how Try to avoid the crowds by something that is a really great mentary gift wrap stations. Save a significant amount of funds and volunteer hours to we feel. shopping earlier in the day or deal, put it on hold, in your cart yourself some wear-n-tear and ensuring its success. Okay, you’ve waited for one later in the evening. Early in or hang onto it. You have no let a charity group at the mall reason or another not to shop wrap your gifts for you. Your until the very last minute; some- donation should be tax deduct- times because time has not al- ible and it will save you a lot of Solar Energy Firm lowed you to get out there and time. (Continued from Page 11) get it done. Here are some tips Most importantly, stay to help you make the best of it. pleasant, with good holiday of Toledo’s technology incubator program, where Deng cheer while you shop. Store serves as Professor of Physics. 1. Get Organized. clerks regardless of their level “Some have said that it’s easy to grow a technology Make a list, plan your bud- of ineptness will respond bet- business in Silicon Valley or the Research Triangle. I get and stick to it. Even at this ter to happy holiday cheer than think it’s just as easy to grow a technology business late a date, making a budget irritable shoppers. Try it, share right here in Toledo,” said Deng. and a list is paramount to get- some holiday cheer… It’s “We have a real chance to become the Silicon ting your shopping done catchy! Valley of alternative energy,” said Commissioner Ben quickly without overspending Konop. “Xunlight will be at the front of that charge.” and racking up unnecessary 13. Gift cards Under the linked deposit program, Lucas County debt. And if all else fails, gift will assist Xunlight Corporation to secure a private Makes notes about each cards are a wonderful gift. Giv- bank loan up to $2 million dollars and provide an person you are buying for. ing gift cards saves us last interest-rate on that loan below the market rate – a 3 What did they say they wanted? minute shoppers a lot of stress percent rate reduction. What are their hobbies and in- and time picking out gifts. The “Over 100 years ago, Ohio native Thomas Edison terests? Otherwise you may receivers of the gift card are harnessed impressive technology to light the whole wonder aimlessly through the day is better as the shelves claims to anything that is not in probably shoppers and would world. Today, Xunlight is leading the charge, harness- stores without any ideas of what should be freshly stocked and your hands. If you decide it is like to pick out those after ing great light to power the whole world. I’m proud to to look for. the sales help in a better mood. not a gift to give, you can put it Christmas gifts for themselves. help make that happen,” said Commissioner Pete Late at night is a good time to back before you check out. Merry Christmas and Gerken. 2. Do Your Homework. shop if you are just picking up Happy Kwanzaa. Now get on Before you shop, pick up a things that are not the latest hit 10. Know store policies. out there and get it done. For more information about Xunlight, please visit newspaper, scan the Internet to of the season or a high demand Hang on to your receipts, www.xunlight.com find sales, (comparison shop item. (gift receipts are the best bet) online at mySimon.com, and ask about return polices shopping.com, and Shopzilla 6. Security. before you purchase. Read the being mindful of spyware) cou- Thin out your wallet and warranty info before purchas- pons, and specials and see what your purse of clutter. Leave ing home theater, toys or elec- stores are offering. When you extra credit cards and unneces- tronics. Keep an envelope shop the mall stop by the con- sary ID including your social handy to store all of your re- cierge desk to see what dis- security card at home. Avoid ceipts in one place, saving time counts or promotions the mall wearing excessive bling. When later to search all over for one may have that will save you you shop the mall, you don’t receipt. money. Also note that often want to be a target. Be aware After each purchase run special discounts get logged that many thieves target shop- your packages to your car and into department stores com- pers during the holidays, espe- store them in the trunk. Have puter systems after 6pm the cially if they have too many your keys handy so you do not day before an advertised sale packages. After each purchase have to search for them to un- begins. There’s a good chance run you packages to your car lock your car. you could get the discounts and store them in the trunk. Be early. aware of others around you 11. Be Creative. when taking your packages to If your budget is tiny this 3. Use cash or checks. your car and remember if you year, try creative ways to put Leave the extra credit cards are using a cart, to check the together presents. How about a at home. At this point, last bottom of the cart for any pack- cool coffee cup, mouse pad minute panic can cause ram- ages you stored there. and a gift card for take out pant overspending. After all coffee? Baskets filled with bath you don’t want your New 7. Get it right. soap, oils, sponges are thought- Year’s resolution to be one of Know what sizes you are ful, easy on the budget gifts. worrying and crying about how shopping for takes out the When financial budgets are de- to get the bills paid making that guessing game and you can pleted, use your creativity to special Christmas or Kwanzaa reduce the “return factor” by fill in the gap. Build and deco- gift lose the magic for which it checking sizing against their rate a coupon book for ser- was given. measurements at the store. Siz- vices… lunch dates, foot rubs ing runs different from label to etc., are all thoughtful fun gifts. 4. Discounts first. label and store to store. Homemade gifts can cover Shop the discount/ bargain several people at one time. stores first. Favorite stores like 8. Plan ahead and dress Make cookies or candies and The Outlet stores, Value City appropriately. wrap them basket style or put along with TJ Maxx, Marshalls Chances are you’ll be shop- them in a decorate tin and add December 19, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 13 Reel Review Don’t Start No Stuff @ I Am Legend Will Smith 30,000 Ft. Starts A Laugh

By Michael Hayes the base of my teen fears) – was just about the loot. And Minister of Culture the most probable cause of Will himself admits he didn’t Riot At Friendship Baptist the demise of life on this particularly like Wild Wild planet was depicted in West (I know I hated that Stephen King’s The Stand. joint). Church Disease. But with Pursuit of By Geneva J. Chapman, business in the play was a re- A play that started out I Am Legend has con- Happyness last December Sojourner’s Truth Reporter curring line by Lightsey in ‘just for laughs’ ends up hav- vinced audiences that Will and now this… he’s defi- Scene Two on the way back ing much more depth and Smith’s character must be the nitely Denzel’s equal. In the- Young Byron Harris, Jr. from Boston, when he became impact than first met the eye. last man on the planet. Well, atre, the hardest scene to pull got it started with a drum “Whitney Houston” while Saving the real drama until the scope of the film is pri- off is a solo scene. solo that had many of the Pierce became “Fantasia” and the end, Sutton avoided the marily focused on the East Not just a monologue, but 1,000 or so folk WHO Sutton became “Janet Jack- heavy melodrama with Coast. a solo scene. showed up for the Toledo son.” which such plays are usually But another twist is that Tom Hanks in Castaway. debut in late October of na- Lightsey kept calling wrought and moved it past he’s not necessarily a legend Imagine being an actor tive son Avery Sutton’s play, people on a cell phone saying, the almost vaudevillian com- because he’s the last man and there is no band of ex- “Don’t Start No Stuff @ “This is Whitney.” This was edy that keeps the audience Anyone who knows any- alive. tras, no special effects ex- 30,000 Ft.” up on their feet. followed by a pause after laughing, but provides little thing about me knows I’m Remember the part of the plosions or car chases or The play, chronicling the which, ‘Whitney’ said, “Hous- else in the way of message or planning my move to NYC. preview where he’s hiding fights or ANYTHING. Just hilarious antics of three sis- ton!” art. It’s a dream I’ve had since in his bathtub? you. ters flying to a wedding in Just as funny was Solra Sutton’s play definitely childhood and now my life is Yeah, this film had great In I Am Legend, Will Boston, comes from the “Carla” Smith, as the flight has a message. The art, how- in a place for it to happen. previews ... expertly piqued Smith plays Robert Neville. comic imagination of Sutton attendant, who kept changing ever, is provided by the amaz- So anytime I see a film curiosity to the point you just A high-ranking military who wrote it at a time when wigs every two or three min- ing vocals of songtress that features New York, you HAVE to go and see the film. scientist who is somehow he didn’t have much to laugh utes. Sutton, dressed in a cor- Lewis. Throughout, Lewis’ know I’m all over it. For those of you haven’t immune to the pandemic. about. Having been laid off set and matching pants, was singing reminded everyone So many films are based yet seen it, I wont ruin it for Smith’s portrayal is amaz- from his job as a flight atten- funny, too, as he seemed dan- they were in church as her in the Big Apple that the only you. ing. His character is older dant for American Airlines gerously close to having a beautiful, flawless voice, ones of note are the ones that Because it’s DEFI- than him and going from the after the tragic events of Sep- wardrobe malfunction. backed up by a small chorus, capture intimate details in a NITELY one of those films “Fresh Prince of Bel Air” to tember 11, 2001, Sutton However, as funny as the brought the audience right to refreshing way (think Don where if you read too many a disciplined military offi- found himself homeless in men in drag, the divas and the peak of spiritual joy and Cheadle/Adam Sandler’s reviews it will lessen the ef- cial would seem hard, but he Dallas, Texas, an American other comic characters were emotional overload. Other Reign Over Me). fect of just letting it unfold in makes it appear effortless. Airlines hub. However, a in the play, it was Smith who performers included Don Other films make use of front of your eyes in the the- But as I was saying, play- friend gave him a place to did the funniest comic bit the “Pick” Pickens, Ruby Scott, Big Apple scenery by com- atre. ing a role where the only sleep in exchange for doing entire evening. Getting into Sam Nix, Timothy Savala pletely ransacking world-fa- But outside of the details person in the scene is you – odd jobs around her house. the spirit of “make believe” and Whitney Leyah Wise. mous landmarks (think The of the film, one thing is for that’s no easy task but he He started writing as a kind established by the three daffy During an intermission, Day After Tomorrow or even damn sure … Will Smith is accomplishes it and you will of therapy and the results is a sisters, Smith donned a glit- Big Phazz, music mogul and Godzilla). the man. never be bored. hysterical laugh riot. tery gown and lip synched to a Starlette Washington, pro- The thing I noticed first I was having a debate with A truly brilliant aspect of Now, people have been Patti LaBelle song. moter for the Temptations, about I Am Legend is how someone, don’t remember this film is you can never tell laughing at men dressed like She really got into the song, gave away prizes to audi- this film simultaneously fol- whom, but we were going if he’s losing his mind even women since Shakespeare’s flapping her arms around a’ la ence members who guessed lows both formats: it shows back and forth about whether though you see him employ- day and few can match the LaBelle and fell to the floor in answers to trivia questions amazing details about Man- or not Will Smith can be ing tactics to keep his sanity sight gags of the likes of Tony an emotional moment, send- about the 1960’s group. hattan, but it’s Manhattan in counted as Denzel … you never know exactly Curtis and Jack Lemmon in ing the audience into fits of Washington also made an 2012 when the human race Washington’s equal. how well it’s working. Some Like it Hot, Dustin laughter. But when she rolled important announcement. down the steps, the audience She is currently assisting in has been … well, you’ll see. It’s so weird the strengths The same way Castaway Hoffman in Tootsie, Robin literally lost it, howling with casting a play about the life Trust me, you’ve NEVER they bring to the game are so showcased the reputed frac- Williams in Mrs. Doubtfire laughter and incredulity. Not of R & B singer Luther seen Manhattan like this. similar. tured psyche of a person iso- and Wesley Snipes in Too Wong Foo. only was her performance un- Vandross next month in That’s one of the reasons Major studios bank on lated from other people, I Ronald “Jasper” Lightsey believable, she managed to Philadelphia. She announced this film is the biggest De- these two black men like no Am Legend draws on the (“Betty”) does just that in make it look like she fell acci- that as a result of a recent cember box office take in other actors and they always same knowledge but doesn’t “Don’t Start No Stuff.” His dentally. The play, which was casting call conducted in ever. Everyone wanted to see produce hits. I’ve had Na- hinge the plot around it. “Betty” is so outrageous in mostly a laugh fest, turned Toledo, two Toledo talents exactly what happened to all tional Amusement execs tell This movie is excellent. her gaudy costumes and serious shortly after the sec- are being considered for roles the people. Another thing me how mind boggling it is It even resolves at the per- ‘church lady’ demeanor, ond scene started when family in the play: Darius Coleman about me, I used to be so watching the name Denzel fect moment, just after a cli- “she” virtually steals the secrets were revealed about for “Young Luther” and terrified in high school in the Washington pack every race, mactic scene. show – that is until Sutton’s one of the sister’s sons who Cynthia Drane for Luther’s late 90’s when all the TV age and gender into a theatre Go and see this one, spend character, “Shenikwa” was the one who got married mother. Coleman could not shows talked about the world – regardless of the type of that money and go see it on shows up wearing a long in Boston. attend the performance, but ending in the year 2000. film. And that’s where the the big screen. blonde wig and short dress, He’s on the plane on the Drane was present and got a LOL – funny now, but I argument gets thick. I guarantee you will not thinking she’s “Beyonce” way to his honeymoon and standing ovation as she was shook! See, after Ali – I feel you be disappointed. (she suffers from delusions there is a confrontation be- walked up on stage. But instead of nuclear war HAVE to count Will Smith and has recently been in an tween him and his aunt (Coleman and Drane were or a meteor or some big cata- in the same league as Denzel. The true grade for I Am institution). Shenikwa, that results in him both cast in the play about clysmic disaster (which were All that Men In Black mess Legend is A. Along with her sisters, making a revelation that is Luther Vandross when they Shenikwa pretends to be a painful and dramatic. auditioned in Philadelphia!) pop diva. Betty is “Shirley Bennie Moore (“Junior”) There was a reception for Caesar Salad” and their other delivered the only dramatic holders of VIP tickets after sister played by Lisa monologue of the play with the play at Friendship and a “Peaches” Pierce is “Diana such emotional intensity, com- cast party at Jackson’s Cross, Motown Diva.” edy suddenly turns to tragedy lounge. Using every trick in the and the play ends with a deep “Don’t Start No Stuff” book to get on the plane, impact on the audience. will be completing its 2007 Diana and Shirley are morti- Moore’s dramatic turn took tour with performances in fied when Shenikwa shows the comic play to another level, Tennessee and Texas. Sutton up dressed like Beyonce ac- giving it far more substance. is considering some of the companied by her friend Bula His “Junior,” wracked by guilt Toledoans who showed up played by Toledo native and pain, is the most complex for the October 17 casting Nadine “Michelle” Lewis. character in the play and call for roles in the play for Lewis brings the house down through his amazing talent, the 2008 tour. with a comic version of the Sutton is able to change the Friendship New Vision, “DreamGirls” hit “I’m Tell- mood of the play in an instant Inc sponsored the Toledo ing You I’m Not Going.” without losing his audience or production of “Don’t Start One of the funniest bits of the play’s authenticity. No Stuff”. Page 14 The Sojourner’s Truth December 19, 2007

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Legal Notice The University of Toledo EDUCATIONAL ADVISOR Sealed bids will be received by the Lucas County Department of Job and Job 996495, Assistant Director, Orien- Family Services (LCDJFS) office, 3210 Monroe Street, Toledo, Ohio, until 4:00 tation, Student Affairs: Upward Bound – p.m., (local time), January 25, 2008 and opened immediately thereafter for the The Assistant Director is responsible for provid- selection of A Contractor for Domestic Violence Services for the Training and Student Affairs ing wide-ranging and coordinated activities to en- Technical Assistance for LCDJFS Staff and Contract Personnel Who Work Bowling Green sure the success of the administration of a compre- With Ohio Works First Clients. Submitted bids must be completed according State University hensive orientation program. The Assistant Direc- to the specifications and provisions outlined in the Request for Proposal. The tor will regularly oversee strategic initiatives de- contract period will be from approximately February 18, 2008 through June 30, signed to facilitate and promote cross university The Upward Bound 2008. participation in the orientation programs (Rocket Program is a federally Launch, Rocket Transition and New Student Con- funded TRIO program On December 19, 2007, the Request for Proposal will be released and is vocation,) which is a high priority campus initiative. which provides inten- available for pick up by potential bidders at the LCDJFS office during regular The Assistant Director will also support the Director sive services to ensure working hours or download the bid by going to the site: https://apps.co.lucas.oh.us/ of New Student Orientation Programs in his/her that low income and bids. efforts to continually conduct assessments and seek potential first genera- opportunities to enhance our ability to deliver stu- tion college students A Bidder’s Conference will be held on January 8, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to dent centered programming that fosters collabora- complete their respec- 5:00 p.m. at the LCDJFS office. ATTENDANCE IS OPTIONAL, BUT IS HIGHLY tion across departments while providing an inviting, tive secondary pro- ENCOURAGED. If any changes are made to the RFP as a result of the Bidder’s welcoming and informative first look for new stu- grams and are pre- Conference, an addendum to the RFP will be posted on the website address dents at the University of Toledo. Responsibilities pared to pursue a noted above.) include overseeing specific administration of pro- postsecondary educa- grams (New Student Convocation and strategic tion. ANY BIDDER WHO PLANS TO RESPOND TO THE RFP MUST SUBMIT A initiatives to facilitate and promote cross university LETTER OF INTENT WITH PERTINENT INFORMATION SUCH AS NAME, participation in the orientation programs,) coordina- For a complete job ADDRESS, TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS TO THE LCDJFS tion of communications and marketing efforts and description for this and OFFICE BY January 9, 2008, by 4:00 p.m. Attention: Breda Dymarkowski. production of programmatic materials (both internal all current Administra- and external,) facilitation of program registration tive Staff vacancies Prior to the January 25, 2008 4:00 P.M. (local time) deadline each bid upon process, participation in program assessment, and please visit http:// submission must be stamped for the time and date and placed in our bid box. The general office duties as assigned by the Director of www.bgsu.edu/offices/ bid box is located at the Security Desk on the first floor of the LCDJFS office. No New Student Orientation Programs. Full time. Sal- ohr/employment/ bids will be accepted after 4:00 P.M. (Bids that are time-stamped at the ary to commensurate with education and experi- adm_staff/ Document Center will not be accepted.) ence. page42588.html or contact the Office of This notice is posted, as of December 19, 2007, at http://www.co.lucas.oh.us/ Master’s in College Student Personnel, Higher Human Resources at supportservices/bidnotices.asp Education or related field preferred. Bachelor’s (419) 372-8421 or Degree and 2 years professional and/or related [email protected]. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids. experience required. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, organizational and pro- BGSU is an AA/EO By order of the Board of County Commissioners, Lucas County, Ohio. gramming skills, specifically in strategic and inten- employer/educator. tional programs that enhance students’ develop- Tina Skeldon Wozniak - President ment, ability to interact with students, administrators Pete Gerken - Commissioner CLINICAL and academic personnel, and to interpret and apply Ben Konop - Commissioner THERAPIST - complicated rules to a broad range of situations. Must have experience and demonstrated ability in JOINT VENTURE Bid. 48-08-RFP-042C– Lucas County JFS program planning, public relations, and be able to PROGRAM work independently under pressure and in a team Opportunity is The University of Toledo environment. Must have demonstrated knowledge available for experi- House for Sale of University rules, regulations and functions. Must enced Clinical Thera- Job 997838, Assistant Director, Alumni have the ability to be confidential, assess informa- pist to work in a Joint tion effectively, exercise discretion and make inde- Venture Program pro- Relations: Single family home 3 bed, 1 bath pendent judgment to provide clear information on an viding individual, fam- The Assistant Director will serve as the primary impromptu basis to individuals or groups of people ily and group counsel- coordinator of the Alumni Association’s national $18,000 with diverse backgrounds and needs. Must have the ing and case manage- chapters program which is designed to cultivate ability and confidence to solve problems of imme- ment friends and donors to the University. This person 1535 Buckingham diacies and deal with dissatisfied individuals (par- services.Candidate will also maintain and develop, including planning, ents, students and campus personnel and commu- must possess a organization, and record-keeping and on-going Call 248-250-0179 nity members). Strong computer skills with working Master s degree, a support and liaison services between the groups, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and minimum of two years the Alumni Association and the University. University Student Information Systems required. experience working with individuals with The successful applicant will possess a To apply, submit a cover letter (include position chemical dependency Bachelor’s degree; a Master’s degree is preferred. Call title and job #), a resume, as well as the names and issues and one of the Four or more years professional experience in alumni 419.243.0007 contact information for three professional references following Ohio licenses relations, marketing, special event planning, public to: The University of Toledo, Human Resources LSW, LISW, PC, relations or development/fund raising in a non-profit To place Your Ad Department, Toledo, Ohio 43606-3390; Fax (419) PCC, LCDC III or or for-profit sector required. Must have the ability to 530-1490; or email [email protected], which is LICDC. work with and in front of large crowds. Position preferred. Use only one method of application. involves extensive travel, numerous nights and Review of resumes will begin January 30th, 2008, Send or fax weekends, and a valid driver’s license. Full time. The University of and will continue until the position is filled. The resume to: The starting salary is $30,000. Toledo University of Toledo is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and To apply, submit a cover letter (include position Job T99101, Re- Educator. title and job #), a resume, as well as the names and search Technician, Human Re- contact information for three professional refer- Environmental Sci- sources - CTJV ences to: The University of Toledo, Human Re- ences: 91 Mercedes Get that Benz you have 1425 Starr sources Department, Toledo, Ohio 43606-3390; Been wanting. Avenue Fax (419) 530-1490; or email [email protected], For full applica- Toledo, OH which is preferred. Use only one method of applica- tion details see 43605 tion. Resumes must be received by Friday, Classy 560 SEL Great website http:// condition. Dark green. Sun roof. 114,000 Fax 419.936.7574 December 28, 2007. The University of Toledo is humanresources.utoledo.edu/ Email: an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirma- miles. $5000 or best offer. jobs/. 419-574-3224 [email protected] tive Action Employer and Educator. EOE Page 16 The Sojourner’s Truth December 19, 2007 Merry Christmas From

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