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Charter commission passes changes to elections format By CATHY COBBS newsroom@northfulton.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody Charter Commission recommended a number of changes to how city elections are conducted at its Sept. 21 meeting. Commissioners voted 3-1 to provide that the candidate who draws the most votes for a seat on the City Council be declared the winner. The change basically substitutes the term “plurality” for the current wording that requires a majority, meaning more than 50 percent of the vote. They did stipulate, however, that the winning candidate must receive at least 45 percent of the vote to claim victory. However, the commission did not extend the same provision for candi-
dates running for mayor. A vote for that change failed 2-1 when Commissioner Wayne Radloff abstained. Charter Commission Chairman Robert Wittenstein offered up some historic perspective on local elections. “I’m not commenting on whether this is right or wrong, but when Bob Dallas ran against Mike Davis for mayor (in 2011), there was a third candidate in the race, and in the runoff, the person who got the most votes in the general was not the person who won the election,” Wittenstein said. “So, there’s an example that happened not so long ago in Dunwoody history.” Wittenstein added that historically runoff elections draw low turnout, are expensive to conduct and can be “antiDemocratic.”
The commission also voted to extend the mayor’s term limit to three terms from the previous two-term limit, and it imposed a three-term limit on members of the City Council. “I will say, like I did at the last meeting, that I’m not a fan of term limits,” Wittenstein said. “I don’t feel personally that I should tell people who they can and can’t vote for.” But there were counter arguments. “On the other side of the coin is there are some people who are polarizing, negative, and you can’t get them out of office,” said Amy Swygert. “Not having limits can breed complacency.” The commission also voted to alter the mayor’s election cycle to coincide with district elections. After some discussion about how it would affect the
current mayor’s tenure, the commission voted to push the change to the 2027 election. Wittenstein cited low voter turnout at district-only elections as one of the contributing factors to moving the mayoral cycle. The measure passed unanimously. The recommended changes to the charter must be approved in the Georgia General Assembly in order to set up a voter referendum. The commission also discussed proposed agenda items for its Oct. 5 meeting, including changes to the way expenditures are allocated for the mayor and the council, the timing when newly elected officials take office and the manner in which emergency meetings take place.
Dunwoody election ballot to feature several contested seats By JEFFREY ALBERTSON newsroom@appenmediagroup.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — With a presidential race and two U.S. Senate contests atop the ballot, Dunwoody voters will also select a host of candidates bidding for state and county office. The ballot includes two Georgia constitutional amendments, a statewide referendum, and a DeKalb County Board of Ethics measure. The 6th Congressional District race will be a rematch between incumbent Rep. Lucy McBath (D) and Karen Handel, a Republican. Handel won the seat in a 2017 special election and
lost to McBath in the 2018 midterms. McBath is the first Democrat to hold the seat since 1979. Two state legislative seats are on the ballot. Both Democratic Party candidates took office following the 2018 midterms, after defeating Republican incumbents. State Sen. Sally Harrell faces Republican Garry Guan in the District 40 contest. In 2018, Harrell defeated fourterm Sen. Fran Millar. From 1999 to 2005, she served in the Georgia House of Representatives. State Rep. Michael Wilensky faces Republican Andrea Johnson in the contest for House District 79. The seat
was held from 2010 to 2018 by former Dunwoody City Councilman Tom Taylor, who declined to seek re-election in 2018.
Two public service commissioners, both Republicans, are up for re-election. District 1 Commissioner Jason Shaw faces Democrat Robert Bryant and Libertarian Elizabeth Melton. District 4 Commissioner Lauren McDonald, Jr. faces Democrat Daniel Blackman and Libertarian Nathan Wilson. Multiple county-wide seats are up for election, but only two races are contested. Incumbent Sheriff Melody Maddox, a Democrat, faces Republican Harold Dennis. Maddox took office last year following the retirement of Sheriff Jef-
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police were dispatched to the site of a reported at Perimeter Center E. on Sept. 18. Police found the victim covered in blood sitting near the front entrance of an apartment complex on Peruca Meadow Lane. The 30-year-old man said he was walking underneath a parking deck across the street when he was hit in the head with an unknown object, according to a police report. He claimed the blow didn’t knock him unconscious and three men took his wallet and iPhone.
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Investigators canvassed the area but couldn’t find any blood trails or signs of a weapon being used near the crime scene. But a cleaning person at a cafe’ across the street called police later in the day and alerted them to a puddle of blood on the restaurant’s floor. Detectives found the victim’s phone at the eatery, and a worker at a nearby store said he often sees the victim sleeping on one of the restaurant’s inside patios, according to the report. Restaurant owners could not provide officers any surveillance video of the patio.
employee at the complex told police the man came to the leasing office and began arguing with her because he was unhappy with the service he was receiving. She said he made derogatory comments at her and threatened to “beat her [expletive deleted],” the report stated. Staff declined to press charges against the man and told police they were in the process of terminating his lease because of the incident.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police on Sept. 14 responded to fight reported at a hotel along Perimeter Center West.
A 25-year-old Illinois woman told officers she borrowed $60 from a relative to book a hotel room, but she was not able to make the reservation. The suspect, a 33-year-old man, asked her to return the cash the next day and got angry when she no longer had it, police said. The victim said he got in her face, threatened her and dragged her down a hallway by her hair. Police said the man denied that allegation and claimed it was the victim who attacked him unprovoked. A woman who witnessed the incident told police the man was the primary aggressor, but neither the suspect or victim had any visible injuries, according to the report. Officers decided not to make any arrests because of the conflicting accounts, and they separated the parties.
supervisor and Stone Mountain judicial circuit district attorney. The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election is Oct. 5th. Current registration status can be checked on the “My Vote Page” website, www.mvp.sos. ga.gov. Once signed in, a voter can access a sample ballot and assigned polling site. Information about registering to vote can be obtained by accessing the webpage www.georgia.gov/register-to-vote. Registration can be completed online or by a mail-in application. An eligible voter must be a U.S. citizen, resident of the county, at least 17 1/2 years old, not serving a felony sentence, and not found mentally incompetent by a judge. Multiple organizations throughout the metro
area are holding voter registration drives. The pandemic has heightened fears of in-person voting leading to an increased demand for absentee ballots. An application must be completed and submitted to obtain an absentee ballot. The website, www.georgia.gov/ vote-absentee-ballot, has complete details on the application process. Dunwoody will have an absentee ballot drop box at City Hall, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road. More information will be available for early voting sites in DeKalb County following the Sept. 29 special election to determine who fills the remainder of the term for Democrat Rep. John Lewis who died in July.
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Stage Door Friends: Thank you so much for your passion for Stage Door and investment in its well-being. The community’s strong ties to the theater over the last 46 years are what make it a truly unique place and it is the board’s sole focus to continue that legacy. The Stage Door Board has been working tirelessly to keep the theater viable and relevant within our growing and diverse community. Our goal is to weather these difficult times with a renewed emphasis on artistic expression, community engagement and digital programming. Our dedicated group of professionals and community volunteers have been meeting on a weekly basis to craft sustainable plans for the theater’s future. We cannot enact these changes without your help, support and involvement. The Stage Door Board has been crafting a strategic plan for the past year to help us address what we, and many in the community, felt to be shortcomings in our operational, brand and artistic strategies. These plans have certainly been impacted by the pandemic, but we are resolute in our mission to fulfill our commitments set forth by current and former board members. It is our goal to create a much more transparent relationship between our board and you, the patrons, supporters, volunteers, cast, crew and community at large. We hope you find the following information insightful and see it as the beginning of a dialogue that we encourage all of you to continue to take part in. The love that so many of you have shown for the wonderful performances that were cast, produced, and directed by our talented Artistic Director, Robert Egizio is a testament to the impact of art and theater in our community. Our goal is to bring you more of the same quality programming that you have grown accustomed to as soon as it is safe to do so. We will also emphasize programming that will attract new patrons and demographics who are not yet part of the Stage Door family. However, with the uncertainty of any sort of time frame on live performances, it is more necessary than ever to address some of the structural and strategic shortfalls that the board has a responsibility to address. Below are a few of those issues: 1. For many years, Stage Door did not have a formal strategic plan in place. The board felt that it was time to refine our mission statement, the organization structure, and strategic goals to coincide with the changing community we serve and count on for support. This plan was developed throughout multiple board retreats and meetings with consultants and outside experts. The plan was refined and voted on by the board. This needed to be in place to help us with grants and possible sponsorships. 2. Stage Door has evolved as a professional theater but has limited assets to produce professional performances. The majority of the lighting and sound equipment that was used for productions was rented or borrowed, not donated or owned by Stage Door. This brought up liability, maintenance and scheduling issues as far as using the equipment inside the theater for other types of productions and use-cases. The board feels that this is an opportune time to assess these technical limitations and implement a system that will work well for opportunities outside of just the “Main Stage” productions. 3. Stage Door must keep up with the changing demographics of our community. Dunwoody has grown over the last 46 years and evolved into an “edge city” with a diverse range of residents that will continue to grow in the coming years. The Stage Door BOD recognizes that if we are not ready to adapt to our community, we will be left behind. Stage Door has a responsibility to keep up with the City Master Plan and adapt to grow our customer base. We love our City and we want to offer a wide range of programming with our “Main Stage” productions. We do not plan to do away with the programming that so many of you have enjoyed and we understand your deep connection to the experience of each production. 4. Stage Door must upgrade our technology to meet the needs of our patrons and help streamline our community outreach. Stage Door has been mainly staffed by a dedicated group of volunteers and supporters. Business functions have been left to many outside sources. While we greatly appreciate this assistance, growing a theater with outdated systems was not conducive to meeting our goals efficiently. The SDP Board approved funds to update the website so we can offer a better online experience for our patrons with better ticket purchasing options, seating arrangements, and marketing for programs. A new database system was implemented to help track donations, subscribers, and fundraising. The current Stage Door Board is committed to continuing the great work of the volunteers and board members that served before us. The theater is not one person or one board member or one patron. Stage Door is a special part of the community. It will take the efforts from all of all of us to keep the curtains raised for arts and live performances for Dunwoody. We hope that you will continue to support us in this mission. We are currently working on cleaning and organizing the theater so it will be safe to use as we work to implement these new initiatives. We are developing several short-term ideas for programming that we would like to go into more detail on in the coming weeks. These include digital programming, comedy, karaoke, and talent show nights run by local professionals, students and community members that can be produced within the current safety guidelines. We are working to partner with local organizations, businesses and schools to make use of the space in order to promote artistic expression in the community. We are working to bring in diverse talent to use the theater during this time to produce new ideas and shows. The board also wants to document the history of our theater and preserve the legacy for many more years. We appreciate and need your support now more than ever. Please continue to communicate with us through social media or directly at BOD@stagedoorplayers.org. We look forward to seeing all of you at the grand reopening sometime in the future. Stage Door Players’ Board of Directors
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — Mayor Lynn Deutsch was to host one of the first public events since the onset of COVID-19 this week, a meet-up at Brook Run Park featuring a talk by Dunwoody Police Chief Billy Grogan. The on Oct. 1 gathering is set to be held on the Great Lawn at Brook Run Park, 4770 N. Peachtree Road. The agenda includes updates from Dunwoody Police Chief Billy Grogan, plus time for questions and answers from the public. Deutsch says she thinks the location on the Great Lawn will allow for proper social distancing and allow citizens to ask Grogan “the hard questions.” “We think it’s important to have a live event so that people can put a face with a name,” she said. “In addition, there will be sort of a 10,000-foot view from
the chief, followed by community input.” Deutsch said she didn’t anticipate any announcements from Grogan regarding new or revised policing policies, rather a clarification of existing protocol. “Dunwoody’s policies are actually in pretty good shape,” she said. “I think the focus will be more on how the department does things.” Deutsch said she thinks the in-person format will be a refreshing change from remote meetings and will allow more citizen input and back-and-forth communication. “Zoom works well for many meetings, but it doesn’t allow for conversation afterwards,” she said. “Chief Grogan really wanted a live meeting for that reason.” Several community meetings have been cancelled since the onset of the world pandemic, including the state of the city address that was scheduled for March 12.
Appen Podcast Network launches ‘Hustle’ By ADAM DARBY adam@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Appen Podcast Network recently launched their new show “Hustle,” with its premiere episode on Aug. 24. The podcast, co-hosted by Donna Choate and Bill Rawlings, focuses on ordinary people who overcome difficulty and hardship to accomplish significant things. With their first three episodes currently available, the two are always looking to speak with inspirational guests with big stories to tell. “They are from all walks of life, different ages, and backgrounds,” Choate said. “Bill and I loved the idea that hustle and grit can lead to success in the same way that education and opportunities do… It is fascinating to find out how people use challenges to propel themselves forward as opposed to having it define them in a negative way.” Choate is no stranger to podcasts. She also serves as the co-host of “My Second Act” with her husband, wellknown Atlanta broadcast personality Cadillac Jack. Rawlings serves as both an executive strategist and the senior vice president for Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. The show came to fruition while the two were eating dinner together. Choate initially came up with the show’s title and premise before recruiting Rawlings to join her as co-host. Rawlings said it was then when the real brainstorming began, and they dis-
cussed guest and concept ideas. However, they both wanted to ensure that everything covered in each episode was completely natural in a way that goes beyond a straightforward interview. “What makes ‘Hustle’ unique is that we have many unknown guests sharing their stories, and we do so through the means of a conversation as opposed to a direct Q&A,” Rawlings said. “Listeners will be able to escape from their daily trials and tribulations to hopefully put their challenges in perspective.” Choate and Rawlings shake things up with each episode by featuring guests who are either famous or unknown. In their most recent episode, they spoke with Aidan Anderson, a teenager who hosts inspirational TED Talks of his own. Listeners can also look forward to upcoming episodes featuring discussions with Brian Brasher, founder of the rock band Creed, and reality television star Todd Chrisley of “Chrisley Knows Best.” “We have some fascinating people coming up on the podcast,” Choate said. “Our hope with each episode is that listeners find something in each episode that speaks to them. Many people are experiencing challenges during this time period. We believe that the people we interview will give direction and hope to anyone that needs a reboot…” “Hustle” aims to inspire and engage listeners with unforgettable stories from fascinating people. With the world still experiencing a global pandemic, there couldn’t be a better time. “Hustle” is currently available on all podcast platforms.
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OBITUARY Barbara Berman Longtime Dunwoody/Peachtree Corners resident and Atlanta Board of Realtors member, Barbara Berman, gained her angel wings in the early morning hours of September 5, 2020 after a hard fought battle with
Pancreatic Cancer. Born in Brooklyn, NY, but raised in Oceanside, Long Island, NY., Barbara was the daughter of Louis Balish and Daisy Rodbard Balish. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers William, Harvey, and Paul. Barbara moved to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania right out of high school and
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John and Debbie Caras of Dunwoody, Ga. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Maria Alison Caras to Jacob Roy Jeffcoat, son of Mrs. Barbara Carmichael of Grovetown, Ga. and the late Mr. Darrell Jeffcoat of Evans, Ga. Maria, a graduate of Dunwoody H.S., also graduated from University of Georgia in Athens with a degree in Biology. She is currently a 4th year dental student at the Dental College of Georgia in Augusta where she will complete her DMD degree in May 2021. Jacob is a graduate of Greenbrier H.S. in Evans, Ga. and Southern Polytechnic Institute in Marietta, Ga. with a civil engineering degree. He is currently employed by Stability Engineering in Decatur, Ga. as a structural engineer. A July 2021 wedding is planned in Atlanta, Ga. at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
became a secretary at the law firm of Rosen, Jenkins, and Greenwald. She married, had four children, and opened “The Showcase” boutique shops which became a premier boutique conglomerate in town. In 1979, Barbara moved to BERMAN Atlanta and soon became an active member of the Atlanta Legal Administrators Association working as a Legal Administrator for one of the Atlanta law firms. Barbara obtained her real estate license in 1988 later obtaining her Broker’s license. As an Atlanta Board of Realtors member, she achieved a Lifetime Status in the Million Dollar Club, earning the coveted Phoenix Award in 2006. She also earned several designations: GRI, SRES, ABR, and CRS - the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers and brokers. Her dedication to her clients was evidenced by the many cards, gifts and flowers she would always get after they closed. She purchased and managed investment properties not only for herself but encouraged her clients to build their wealth through real estate. She loved helping them and became friends with most and adopted mom to some. One of her most recent accomplishments was forming a team of specialists to assist the 55+ community with all things important at this stage of life. She wanted to be a trusted resource to
others like her. Barbara was much loved and respected, and the real estate community as well as her longtime and many repeat clients will miss her terribly. When not working, playing MahJong with “the girls” was one of Barbara’s favorite pastimes. She loved music, theater, dancing, movies, gardening, and spending time with her loved ones. Our hearts cannot begin to express the sadness we feel over the loss of Barbara, and we are so grateful for the life she lived and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her! She was always smiling, enjoying life, and loving her family. Her kindness and nourishing personality will be sorely missed! Our family extends far beyond immediate members, because in Ya-Ya’s Home – Everybody was Family!!! Thanksgiving was her favorite holiday and mixed in with close friends and family you would often find clients who had been adopted into her family circle. Barbara is survived by her four children: David, Shari, Melissa, and Daniel; her step-son Zach Bumgardner; her five grandchildren: Alex, Michael, Lisa, Laney, and Will; her nieces: Melanie and Amanda Balish; her nephew Todd Balish; her friend and business partner, Dona Cardenas, and other family members and loved ones. A private memorial service was held for family members. In lieu of flowers, the family has established a Memorial fundraiser with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Contributions can be made to: http://support.pancan.org/goto/barbaraberman
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How did that happen? When you or a loved one is hit with a negative surprise, an accident or injury, you think, “How did that happen?” We have the same reaction when a life sneaks LEWIS J. WALKER, CFP milestone up on us. Your baby girl born in 2006 is a high school freshman. How did she grow up so fast? Your son born in 2002 is 18 and wants a car. What happened to the tricycle and skate board as a means of transportation? In answer to key questions, consider the financial life transitions planning necessities inherent in family milestones. As Harry Chapin sang in his 1974 folk rock hit “Cat’s In the Cradle,” we get so caught up in the pressures of breadwinning and other vagaries of life that little ones and their needs and demands can overwhelm us. When your child is off to high school, your brain asks, “What are you going to do about college?” College savings plans allow tax-free accumulation of capital to be used for specified post-K-12 education expenses. “Yikes, have we saved enough? My spouse and I just turned 50-plus and retirement isn’t that far away.” If you are conflicted between saving for college versus retirement, you can do both with a Roth IRA. Say you are under age 59 1/2 and you’ve been contributing $2,500 per year in after-tax income to a Roth IRA for 10 years. You have $25,000 in contributions in your IRA. Unique to a Roth IRA, withdrawals of contributions
to pay for qualified education expenses, including tuition, fees, books, room and board, are treated under the tax law as “return of contribution” and are exempt from taxation and penalties. You could withdraw up to $25,000 for college, leaving earnings to grow for retirement. Talk to your adviser to be sure you’re clear on the rules. One could make a case for a Roth being a superior “twofer” versus a college savings plan in that you can accomplish two goals with one plan. Of course, grandparents may wish to gift your newborn a college savings plan which is a blessing. You also may contribute to that. Given the cost of higher education and retirement with folks living longer, target robust funding of both objectives if possible. Your little girl or baby boy suddenly is 18 and under the law is an adult. If your child is hurt or seriously ill you will need a Durable Power of Attorney for health care if you’re to be involved in decisions regarding their medical care. The doctors and hospital will talk to you about paying the bill, but under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) they cannot share medical information, despite the fact that you’re a parent unless you have proper authorization. Georgia revised its law regarding powers of attorney for health care and assets in 2017, and you may wish to have yours and theirs updated. If you have old documents with no reference to HIPAA, they need updating. See a qualified attorney. Comments in this column are for general information and are not deemed legal advice. Since those 18 older are adults, they should have a will. Generally, a simple will is sufficient. You have done well. You finally own that dream vacation home, but it’s not located in Georgia, your state of residence. Perhaps it should be owned in a revocable living trust so as to avoid probate complications in another state in the event of your and a joint owner’s death. You’re a responsible parent with
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Camp Gordon, football and the Spanish Flu 1918 After the U.S. joined its allies in April of 1917 to fight in World War I, 16 army training camps were established across the United States, including Camp Gordon in Chamblee, Ga. The first recruits of Camp Gordon arrived on Sept. 5, 1917. Sports events and teams quickly became part of military camp recreation. In the fall of 1917, the Camp VALERIE Gordon 11 football team was BIGGERSTAFF formed. Nine team members had previously played on a college football team. The Camp Gordon 11 played Oglethorpe College in October of 1917 and won 54 to 0. (Atlanta Constitution, October 25, 1917, “Gordon’s Team Shows Great Class Presbyterians Didn’t Have a Chance”) The next year brought many changes as military camps across the country were hit hard with Spanish Flu. According to the CDC, the first Spanish Flu cases appeared at Camp Funston in Fort Riley, Kan., in March of 1918. In April, 18 cases of influenza and three deaths in Kansas were reported. John M. Barry, who wrote “The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History,” says the 1918 influenza did not originate in Spain. Countries participating in World War I were censoring the press, but Spain was not, so Spain received the blame. Unlike COVID-19, the influenza of 1918 was more deadly for the 20-40-year old age range. Barry’s research indicates this may have happened because their strong immune systems overreacted to the virus. On Sept. 29, 1918, the Atlanta Constitution ran two articles on the front page with opposing stories. The first article, “No Trips in October for Football Elevens” reported that Student Army Training Corps Colonel
THE INK PENN
Banjo has his say on getting old
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Sure, I’ve begun to stumble as I climb the stairs to the second floor, but I still climb ‘em. And, yes, sometimes, Mum has to come down, touch me on my head and coax me up. Sure, I occasionally fall on to my belly coming up the three steps to the front porch, but I
never complain. I bet none of this would have been an issue if I hadn’t visited the vet for my annual checkup and shots. She told
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R. L. Rees had placed restrictions on football. During October, football could only take place on Saturday afternoons. This meant travel to another city was not possible. Teams would be allowed to travel Friday evening through Sunday beginning in November. Below the first article, “Military Football to Fill Vacancy Here” told how over 200 men at Camp Gordon had applied to be on their 1918 football team. Lt. Messer would lead the team, which was scheduled to have their first game on Oct. 12. The article states, “Atlanta football fans are not going to be without their football this season, despite the announcement appearing elsewhere on this page…” Military baseball had recently filled a gap and now football was to do the same. Games were planned for Grant Field at Georgia Tech and Ponce de Leon Park, home to the Atlanta Crackers.
Mum I had muscle atrophy or something strange, and added I had something both my pet parents have — arthritis. She told Mum I was in pain. What does she know? I never said a word. I’m a big boy. I just suck it up and keep on keeping on. But noooo. Now, I have to take anti-inflammatory drugs twice a day. The good news is these taste pretty good. That means Mum doesn’t resort to cramming them down my throat. Thank goodness for small favors. Mum and Dad also talk about me having dementia — whatever that is. Mum calls me squirrel dog, and I’ve never chased a squirrel in my life. Yes, I walk into the yard and stare off into the distance and appear unable to find my way to the porch. So what? My parents are so easily worried. I’m just thinking deep thoughts, and I find my way back when I’m good and ready. Mum was also fit to be tied at my behavior the other night. We went out the front door, me to take care of business, Mum to visit the mailbox. She turned around to come down the driveway and was surprised to see me right behind her. Why? Well, I’m not allowed to go up the driveway unless I have my leash on
The same September 29 issue of the Atlanta Constitution reports 1,893 cases of Spanish Flu at Camp Gordon. It reported 962 men were hospitalized. As soldiers shipped out to fight overseas, they carried the virus with them. The first 1918 game for Camp Gordon on Oct. 12 was played on a new field at the camp, against the Stormy Petrels of Oglethorpe University. The organizers had hoped to have a large crowd from Atlanta attend the game, but a quarantine had been put in place at Camp Gordon. Only those stationed at the camp could attend. (Atlanta Constitution, October 12, 1918, “Gordon to Open Against Petrels Today”) Georgia Tech played the Camp Gordon football team on Oct. 26, 1918, winning 28 to 0. A former Georgia Tech player, Everett Strupper, now played quarterback for Camp Gordon. During halftime, the Camp Gordon drill platoon and bayonet guard put on displays of their recently learned skills. Cheerleaders were prohibited by Georgia Tech, as it was believed cheering could spread the virus. Rachel Bachman, in her Sept. 3, 2020 Wall Street Journal “The Reason Football Played on in 1918,” says the 1918 government believed, “the game could help build aggressiveness to fight and the grit to endure grinding days in the trenches of France.” Woodrow Wilson, who never publicly commented on the Spanish flu, said “It would be difficult to overestimate the value of football experience as part of a soldier’s training.” Thank you to Edward Shevenock for sharing this Wall Street Journal article and many other resources for World War I and Camp Gordon history. George Shevenock, Edward’s grandfather, was stationed at Camp Dix in New Jersey and later at Camp Gordon. He served in the 326th Infantry, 82nd Division and left New York to go overseas in April of 1918. You can email Valerie at pasttensega@gmail.com
and I’m invited — or so she says. I say, dang it, I’m 13 years old, and I should be allowed to do whatever strikes my fancy. If I have a mind to go up to the street, so be it. That goes for visiting the neighbors behind us, too. Mum was more than surprised when that happened. She says she was distressed when she got a call saying I was at their house. That’s also taboo. We have an electric fence, but it hasn’t worked for years, and that’s fine because I knew my boundaries. Seriously, I still know them. I just can’t be bothered to pay attention to them. I’m a social kind of guy. Unfortunately, by the time you read this, the electric fence will have been fixed. Darn! Mum says I took the cake when I snuck off one night. Okay, I did disappear — while she was watching me, mind you — but I DID NOT take any cake. I went behind a bush to take care of business and bamboozled Mum when I snuck off. After two hours of my parents searching for me, a neighbor brought me back. The upshot is I have a new collar that lights up and there are threats that I may never-ever get to go outside again except on a leash.
There’s also been conversation about what will happen when I can no longer make it upstairs to the bedroom. Heaven forbid, I sleep downstairs all by my lonesome. Mum says she may be forced to sleep in the guest room on the first floor. Trust me, that’s only because she doesn’t want to hear me bark all night. Yup, that’s what I do when I can’t find my parents or I think they’ve left me by myself. I like to be where they are. It’s that social thing again. Most of all, I keep hearing the word “old.” I’ve heard a psychiatrist call this projecting, and I’m sure that’s what it is. They’re so worried about getting old themselves, they’re projecting it onto me. Surely if I can talk psychobabble, I have all my faculties. And, I might point out, I still have all my original parts, unlike my dad. He has two fake knees and a fake hip. I’m 100 percent dog — no replacement parts here. So there. You saw me stick out my tongue, right? Lord Banjo lives with award-winning author Kathy Manos Penn in Sandy Springs. Find her cozy mysteries at the Enchanted Forest and on Amazon. Contact her at inkpenn119@gmail.com.
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Quality Service on Int/Ext Painting Serving the Dunwoody Area Est. Ref's Readily Avail.
770-394-9468
ALL EXTERIORS HAND BRUSHED NO SPRAYING! Licensed
Landscaping
AwArd winning LAndscApes
20 years of Keeping Dunwoody Green
Installation Maintenance Seasonal Color
BY SQUEAKY CLEAN
Servicing the Dunwoody area since 1981, with more than 1000 established references available.
Ogletree Enterprises
a MALTA Award Winning Firm Ken Ogletree
770.840.8884 Licensed • Insured • References
Insured
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770-971-1577 Tree Services
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Call for FREE Quote $500 OFF* New Roof Purchase
Findlay Roofing 770-744-5700 “Appen-Rated 99”
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ROOF LEAKING?
Call us for roof repair or roof replacement. FREE quotes. $200 Leak Repairs or 10% off New Roof. Affordable, quality roofing. Based in Roswell. Serving North Atlanta since 1983. Call to schedule FREE Quote: 770-284-3123. Christian Brothers Roofing KETNER CONTRACTING. Re-Roofs, Repairs & Painting. Lic/Ins. Exc Refs. Free Est. Neil Ketner 770-318-7762