Inspired Living - September-October 2023

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Publisher’s Note:

The end of one thing is the beginning of something else. As we welcome fall, the leaves begin to change and the cool breeze feels like a dream after those 100 degree days of summer.

We have a great autumn edition for you. September is National Healthy Aging Month. This month reminds us of the importance of maintaining our physical and mental health. We have articles about how the body changes with age, and how to get or stay in shape through playing sports like pickelball.

Parents will appreciate the articles on fire safety and car seats. History lovers will probably take the teacher’s test to see if they could have qualified to be a teacher in 1880. I don’t know if I passed the test and hope you do better than I think I did. Other articles on Oktoberfest, pets, and people in our community will be enjoyable and informative for all.

Work, social commitments, children’s activities, and the daily grind can take over schedules, cause stress, and wreak havoc on your opportunities to exercise and work on feeling better. Don’t beat yourself up. Take small steps and please remember you are not alone.

I hope this fall you take note of what makes you happy and balance it with all the have-tos. Transition yourself into a positive person, seek help if you need it, and spend each day with a routine that is productive and makes you happy.

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Debbie Munz is a pickleball athlete that excels and promotes the sport to others in the Great Bend community.

COVER AND MAIN FEATURE PHOTOS BY HUGO GONZALEZ GREAT BEND TRIBUNE

“BIG DILL” Debbie Munz is a in Great Bend’s pickleball world

Story by Susan Thacker sthacker@gbtribune.com

Feature photos by Hugo Gonzalez hgonzalez@gbtribune.com

Debbie Munz was not the first person to bring pickleball to Great Bend, but she’s certainly become a “big dill” in promoting its growth. Ever since this former tennis player discovered the nation’s fastest-growing racket sport, she’s introduced it to dozens of new players and stepped up her own game to include national

tournament play.

Pickleball has been around since the 1960s, Munz said.

“I know people that have played 15 years or more. But you didn’t hear about it like you do today. I mean, it’s just all over the place and there are tournaments everywhere.”

That includes Great Bend, where Munz teaches pickleball at the Great Bend Recreation Commission. The Rec sponsors tournaments that draw pickleball players from other states, and its gyms are often in

use by local players. Some of the outdoor tennis courts next to Veterans Memorial Park are used daily by pickleball enthusiasts. The city’s Quality of Life Committee, of which Munz is a member, has included pickleball courts in the plans for the future upgrades at Brit Spaugh Park.

FROM TENNIS TO PICKLEBALL

Munz played tennis in high school, where she was a WAC champion and state qualifier. After graduating from Great Bend

High School in 1974, she attended Barton County Community College on a tennis scholarship. The Barton Cougars were regional champions and placed sixth at the National Junior College Team Championships.

She seldom played tennis after college, however, because she had an elbow injury. She did stay active, playing softball for about 30 years, coaching junior high volleyball for St. John Middle School, and serving as assistant softball coach for GBHS.

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She’s also been a 4-H leader for Stafford County, helped with church activities and committees, served as a high school prom and Booster Club volunteer, and chaperoned high school and summer events for kids.

Years after her tennis career, the transition to pickleball came naturally.

“It’s basically a sport with a racket. The pickleball paddle is a shorter version of a tennis racket – or a bigger version of a ping-pong paddle,” she explained. The light plastic ball is perforated, similar to a wiffle ball, and the game is played on something akin to a tennis court, only smaller. “So it’s kind of a combination of all those sports,” she said.

“Actually, I didn’t even start playing until four years ago. I just happened to be in Arizona on vacation hiking with a friend. She said, ‘Have you ever heard of pickleball?’”

She hadn’t, so her friend took her to a court and

showed her the equipment and the game.

“I thought, ‘Oh, I like this.’ It was fun. I hadn’t played tennis for many years.”

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She came back from Arizona with a goal to find someone in Great Bend she could play pickleball with. At first she was unsuccessful. “And then, like a year later, I put a message on Facebook and said, ‘is there anybody in the area that wants to play pickleball?’ I got one person to answer me. It was one of my classmates from high school. I contacted her and we started playing.”

She later learned that a small group of men at Club One Fitness were playing too. They had converted the club tennis court into a pickleball court.

Shannon Schartz and Monte Linton were among the early pickleball players.

“I was playing tennis three times a week at Club One,” Schartz said. “Monte was always asking me to play pickleball. Then Debbie came back from Arizona; she was all excited about it.”

The growing interest in pickleball was noticed. That spring, the Great Bend Recreation Commission director asked if she’d be interested in teaching a class.

“I wanted to really understand it a little bit better if I was going to teach it, so I went to a clinic with a pro in Colorado,” Munz said. After attending clinics and taking private lessons from professional pickleball players, she became an IPTPA (International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association) Certified instructor.

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A SPORT FOR ALL AGES

Part of pickleball’s growing popularity is that it is easy to learn – if difficult to master – making it appealing to all ages, Schartz said. “We grew up playing tennis and now pickleball is much easier; it’s easier on the body.”

Linton agrees. He used to play tennis and racquetball but has switched to only pickleball. He is part of a group that meets five mornings a week at the tennis courts near Veterans Memorial Park, which now have lines drawn for pickleball.

“For adults, pickleball is an easier sport to play,” he said. “Pickleball is good exercise but it’s not as intense on the joints,” especially for those who play doubles.

Singles games are more physically demanding, and the sport can be extremely competitive, “but it is also a social thing. It gets people out to talk to other people.”

Munz meets people at all skill levels through her coaching.

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“I always tell people when they sign up, you can play pickleball any way you want. You can just play recreationally with your friends; you can get more competitive and move up and play with people that want to play tournaments. You can do it at any level. And it’s fun. Even though I love the tournaments and the competition, sometimes the most fun I have is getting together with seven or eight friends and just playing for four or five hours.”

Playing pickleball may be easier on the joints than playing tennis, but it does provide a good cardiac workout and can help players stay in shape and become more agile, Munz said.

“Let me tell you something that is amazing to me. Some of the first students that I ever taught are in their mid 80s now, and they still play pickleball almost every day. Two of my favorite elderly players, I tell them they’re my poster children, are Charlie Malone and Cecile Folkerts. She works at her game; she’s in her mid 80s and she is a delight to be around. They just have a purpose, and it’s awesome. Those are two of my favorites of the elderly that I’ve taught; they play the game so well for their age.

“You can go play pickleball with your grandkids and you can play with younger people,” Munz continued. “Just about anybody that you know can learn the game. There’s different levels, of course, but so many people just love this sport. When I started the program here, I felt

it changed people’s lives in a good way. It gave a lot of those people that didn’t do anything during the day a purpose. They came out and they discovered they felt better. They could move better. They were interacting with people their own age, and with different age groups. It was very social.”

The socializing through Great Bend pickleball has even led to romance, in some cases.

“It’s kind of a matchmaker for a few people around town,” she said. “It was cool. You never expect that, all of a sudden, they’re a couple –and it’s like: Wow, it was pickleball that brought them together.”

STEPPING UP HER GAME

Munz still teaches pickleball classes in the spring, fall and winter, but during the summer she travels to tournaments and continues to hone her own skills.

She spent three days in Arizona learning from Helle Sparre, a former tennis professional who played in all four major grand slams and was once rated as high as 49th in the world on the professional women’s tour. Sparre has successfully converted to pickleball and is recognized as one of the best pickleball instructors in the nation today.

“She’s a very knowledgeable person for learning some technique on the court and some strategy on the court,” Munz said.

Munz, how 67 years old, has played in tournaments in Kansas,

Michigan, Iowa, Missouri, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas and Arizona, often playing doubles with other serious amateur pickleballers.

In 2022, she joined another woman to play at a national tournament in Florida. There were about 25 teams in their age division, each team having qualified at the state level. Munz and her teammate placed sixth.

After that, she suffered a hairline fracture and had to baby her knee for about a year.

“It took me a while to get over it but now I’m back – good, but not as fast. When you’re 67 years old you’re not as fast as you were when you’re younger, but it’s still fun.”

THE BUCKET LIST

Since discovering pickleball, Munz has started a bucket list of things she’d like to do – and crossed several items off as she completed them.

“When I first started on my bucket list, I loved the game so much that I wanted to bring this back to my community and see it grow. So that part of my bucket list was fulfilled.”

After that, she said, “I wanted to get to a certain level of play. And I wanted to go to a national tournament and play. I’ve done all that, so I’ve kind of fulfilled my bucket list. I keep thinking, ‘Do I need to add to my bucket list?’”

Teacher

Greg Maxwell Art Teacher

Ellinwood USD 355

Q: Why did you become a teacher?

A: My parents were teachers and I wanted to stay connected with art and sports in my career. I always enjoyed watching kids learn and sharing my skills and knowledge.

Q: Did you always want to be a teacher?

A: Yes, I knew very early I wanted to teach.

Q: What classes do you teach?

A: I teach High School and Middle School Drawing, Painting, 2D and Ceramics.

Q: How do you inspire students, in and out of the classroom?

A: I think it is important to get kids to understand the impact of having pride in their work and connecting to their personal passions. I try to model this in my life and work by creating and accomplishing goals consistently at the highest levels of success.

Q: What are your pastimes outside of school?

A: I spend a lot of time in the outdoors hunting and fishing. My wildlife art and pottery are always connected to the outdoors. I also spend a lot of time with my daughters Mya and Mette, developing their skill sets and passion for the things they enjoy in sports and their own interests.

Q: What is a favorite quote or something you say all of the time?

A: The statement “good enough” is never acceptable in my room. I expect my students to strive for excellence.

Some were even added by those who were celebrating far from Oktoberfest’s traditional home in Munich.

DISTINCTIVE DRESS

The traditional dress of Oktoberfest included lederhosen for men and dirndls for women, with fairly strict guidelines. The men’s outfit featured leather shorts, suspenders, a white shirt and a traditional hiking hat that looked something like a smaller fedora. Women wore a bodice, blouse and full skirt with an apron. As the popularity of Oktoberfest spread, modifications were made in other countries. For instance, lederhosen made of fabric may be seen outside of Germany. The hat’s traditional chamois adornment may be replaced with a feather.

BOTTOMS UP

Oktoberfest in Munich strictly limits the available beer, only featuring the city’s six major breweries. In the United States and elsewhere, you’ll typically find a much wider menu. Liter-sized steins traditionally came with a thumb-operated lid, though that is

not always the case anymore. But the universal German toast remains: “Prost!”

GIVE A YODEL

Energetic sounds of polka, oompah and yodeling have always filled the air at these festivals, typically played with accordion or brass instruments. At the original Oktoberfest, head over to the Herzkasperl-Festzelt, a throwback music space established in 2010 as part of the celebration of the festival’s 200th anniversary.

Among the best-known songs associated with Oktoberfest is “Ein Prosit der Gemutlichkeit,” which roughly translates into “a toast to cheer and good times.” The classic “Liechtensteiner Polka” was most

popularly recorded by Will Glahe and his orchestra in the late ‘50s. One of the most requested yodeling songs is “Das Esellied,” with its familiar “Iha Iha Iha oh” chant.

THAT SPECIAL DANCE

“The Chicken Dance” is a staple at Oktoberfest celebrations in the U.S., and its origins are quite contemporary. Ironically, the original song was neither German nor about chickens. Instead, Swiss composer Werner Thomas wrote “The Duck Dance” in the ‘50s. A band playing Oktoberfest in the ‘80s revived the song but changed the kind of bird — perhaps in celebration of the Bavarian rotisserie chicken that’s so popular at Oktoberfest. A new

Many of Oktoberfest’s most well-known traditions date back centuries, but some of the things most associated with the festival are modern inventions.

CHEESE NOODLES

Six major Munich breweries are featured each year at the original Oktoberfest, while countless others take center stage elsewhere. But you’ll also come across a wide range of delectable food options, some of which have been part of this tradition for ages.

Order kasespatzle and you’ll be served a cheesy, savory egg noodle topped with tangy quark cheese.

DUMPLINGS

Made of either potato or flour, traditional dumplings are popular comfort food throughout central Europe.

GRILLED FISH ON A STICK

Steckerlfisch is marinated then put on a skewer and grilled. Local fish like bream are typically served at Oktoberfest, but mackerel or trout can be substituted at home. In the Bavarian dialect, “steckerl” translates to “small stick” or “pole.”

POTATO PANCAKES

Reiberdatschi is served with a salad or with apple sauce, creating both savory and sweet flavor profiles.

PRETZELS

What better pairing with a giant stein of beer than a large, soft Bavarian pretzel? They’ve been an integral part of the German baking tradition for hundreds of years. Ask for brezen.

ROASTED HAM HOCK

Called schweinshaxe, roasted ham hock is a beer-hall classic. A popular variant is shank, roasted until it’s tender on the inside but crispy on the outside.

ROAST CHICKEN

Chickens are traditionally roasted rotisserie style until the skin is golden and crispy. Those celebrating at home who don’t have an oldfashioned setup can create a rough simulation in the oven. Rub lemon, thyme and butter over the chicken before roasting to ensure crispiness.

ROAST PORK

Known locally in Bavaria as schweinebraten, this classic dish can be created with a wide variety of cuts, including pork loin and shoulder. Roast with onions and dark beer.

SAUERKRAUT

This pickled cabbage dish is served beside just about everything at Oktoberfest. Oddly enough,

sauerkraut is closely associated with Germany but did not originate there. It’s actually very popular throughout central and eastern Europe.

SAUSAGES

Wurstl can refer to any of a variety of Bavarian sausages. The white brats are made of veal, while others are pork based. The tradition dates back to the 1300s. Saute them in a skillet at home with apple sauerkraut and bacon, then garnish with mustard.

SPICED CHEESEBUTTER SPREAD

Obatzda is an aged soft cheese, mixed into a spread with butter, a little beer and paprika, garlic, salt and pepper.

Revamp your bedroom

Whether you’re starting from scratch or giving your existing bedroom a makeover, creating a cozy retreat is key. Explore design options to revamp your bedroom, transforming it into a haven where you can unwind and recharge.

COLORS

Choose a calming color palette that promotes relaxation. Soft, neutral tones like warm grays, muted blues or earthy beiges create a serene atmosphere. Consider incorporating warm accent colors through textiles or accessories. Play with different textures and materials to add depth and warmth to the space.

BEDDING AND TEXTILES

Invest in high-quality bedding to enhance comfort and coziness. Layer your bed with plush pillows, soft throws and a luxurious duvet or comforter. Experiment with different fabrics like faux fur, knitted blankets or velvet for added texture and warmth. Don’t forget blackout curtains or blinds to ensure restful sleep by blocking out unwanted light.

SEATING AREA

If space allows, dedicate a corner or nook for a seating area. Add a comfortable armchair, chaise lounge or even a window seat with plush cushions and blankets. This area can serve as a reading spot or a quiet retreat to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, further enhancing the coziness of your bedroom.

LIGHTING

Lighting plays a crucial role in creating a cozy atmosphere. Opt for soft, warm lighting options such dimmable bedside lamps, string lights or scones with warm-toned bulbs. Consider installing a statement chandelier or pendant light for an elegant touch. Use lighting to create layers of ambiance, with task lighting for reading and accent lighting to highlight artwork or focal points in the room.

Express your personal style by choosing whimsical lamp shades.

NATURAL ELEMENTS

Bring nature indoors by incorporating natural elements into your bedroom. Add potted plants or fresh flowers to infuse the space with life and freshness. Consider using organic materials like wooden furniture, rattan accents or woven baskets for storage. These natural textures and elements can create a sense of calm and connection to the outdoors.

STORAGE

A clutter-free space promotes relaxation and tranquility. Declutter your bedroom by organizing belongings and finding functional storage solutions. Invest in dressers, nightstands or under-bed storage options to keep items neatly tucked away. Use baskets or decorative boxes to corral smaller items and maintain a tidy environment.

DECOR

Add a personal touch to your bedroom with meaningful decor items. Display cherished photographs, artwork or mementos that evoke positive emotions. Incorporate items that reflect your interests such as books, musical instruments or travel souvenirs.

FLOORING

Unless you are in an area with high humidity, look for soft floors such as carpeting or rugs.

The Spruce recommends exploring some new options such as engineered wood flooring or vinyl plank. Engineered wood flooring is a hybrid of plywood with a hardwood veneer. Part of its appeal is that you can get it with radiant heat coils underneath so that your floor is heated.

Thicker vinyl plank flooring is friendly to bare feet and has the look and feel of real wood.

Your bedroom should be your sanctuary — a place of comfort, relaxation and personal expression.

Books you can’t live without

Recently at the library's film club, we watched a remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s mystery thriller Rebecca. Our film club meets on the first Thursday of the month in case you are interested, we watch interesting thought provoking films and then discuss them. Shameless selfpromotion aside the movie Rebecca is based on the book of the same name released several years prior. For the unfamiliar, Rebbeca is the story of a young woman working as a lady's maid when she meets the handsome Mr. De Winters. They are immediately taken in by each other and are quickly married. But when the young woman returns with her new husband to his sprawling family manor she is met with hostile staff and the presence of Mr. De Winters's dead wife everywhere she turns. She can’t seem to escape the overbearing presence of Rebecca no matter where she goes or who she talks to. Rebbecca in turn is inspired by the novel Jane Eyre. Watching the movie the similarities and inspiration were very clear. Since I thoroughly enjoyed both Rebbeca and Jane Eyre I started to think

about what other books Rebecca and by proxy, Jane Eyre inspired. Thus this list was born, of my favorite Rebecca read alikes, starting with the book that inspired it, Jane Eyre. After all isn’t fall the perfect time to snuggle up with a gothic romance filled with mystery and intrigue where things aren’t quite what they seem.

JANE EYRE BY CHARLOTTE BRONTË

“A GOTHIC MASTERPIECE OF TEMPESTUOUS PASSIONS AND DARK SECRETS.”

“Charlotte Brontë tells the story of orphaned Jane Eyre, who grows up in the home of her heartless aunt, enduring loneliness and cruelty. This troubled childhood strengthens Jane's natural independence and spiritwhich prove necessary when she finds employment as a governess to the young ward of Byronic, brooding Mr Rochester. As her feelings for Rochester develop, Jane gradually uncovers Thornfield Hall's terrible secret, forcing

her to make a choice. Should she stay with Rochester and live with the consequences, or follow her convictions - even if it means leaving the man she loves? ” -Goodreads

WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE BY SHIRLEY JACKSON

countryside. She’s not sure what she will find—her cousin’s husband, a handsome Englishman, is a stranger, and Noemí knows little about the region.

terrifying yet seductive world of High Place, may soon find it impossible to ever leave this enigmatic house behind.”

THE SILENT COMPANIONS

BY LAURA PURCELL

-Penguin Random House

“Merricat Blackwood lives on the family estate with her sister Constance and her uncle Julian. Not long ago there were seven Blackwoods—until a fatal dose of arsenic found its way into the sugar bowl one terrible night. Acquitted of the murders, Constance has returned home, where Merricat protects her from the curiousity and hostility of the villagers. Their days pass in happy isolation until cousin Charles appears. Only Merricat can see the danger, and she must act swiftly to keep Constance from his grasp.”

MEXICAN GOTHIC

BY NATASHA PRESTON

“After receiving a frantic letter from her newly-wed cousin begging for someone to save her from a mysterious doom, Noemí Taboada heads to High Place, a distant house in the Mexican

Noemí is also an unlikely rescuer: She’s a glamorous debutante, and her chic gowns and perfect red lipstick are more suited for cocktail parties than amateur sleuthing. But she’s also tough and smart, with an indomitable will, and she is not afraid: Not of her cousin’s new husband, who is both menacing and alluring; not of his father, the ancient patriarch who seems to be fascinated by Noemí; and not even of the house itself, which begins to invade Noemí’s dreams with visions of blood and doom.

Her only ally in this inhospitable abode is the family’s youngest son. Shy and gentle, he seems to want to help Noemí, but might also be hiding dark knowledge of his family’s past. For there are many secrets behind the walls of High Place. The family’s once colossal wealth and faded mining empire kept them from prying eyes, but as Noemí digs deeper she unearths stories of violence and madness.

And Noemí, mesmerized by the

“When newly widowed Elsie is sent to see out her pregnancy at her late husband's crumbling country estate, The Bridge, what greets her is far from the life of wealth and privilege she was expecting . . .

When Elsie married handsome young heir Rupert Bainbridge, she believed she was destined for a life of luxury. But with her husband dead just weeks after their marriage, her new servants resentful, and the local villagers actively hostile, Elsie has only her husband's awkward cousin for company. Or so she thinks. Inside her new home lies a locked door, beyond which is a painted wooden figure —a silent companion —-that bears a striking resemblance to Elsie herself. The residents of The Bridge are terrified of the figure, but Elsie tries to shrug this off as simple superstition-that is, until she notices the figure's eyes following her.” -Goodreads

There’s lots of family-friendly events taking place at the Great Bend Public LIbrary every month. Find more information by going to: https://libcal.greatbendpl.info/ calendar/ or check with the library at 1409 Williams

ANNUAL BOOK SALE

October 20 - October 23

Lots of books, movies, audiobooks, cake pans and more for sale at extremely low prices. Ask a librarian for information.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

October 31, 10:30 a.m. All ages.

Listen to a spooky story, play carnival games and trick or treat at the library. Costumes are encouraged.

DINOVEMBER

Children’s Department

For the month of November participate in a dinosaur scavenger hunt throughout the library. Pick up a list in the Children’s Department, finish the hunt and earn a prize!

COZY CRAFTS

Tuesday, September 26, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 4th grade - Adult: Sugar Scrubs & Shower Melts

Tuesday, November 28, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 4th grade - Adult: Pom Pom Trees

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Thursday, October 5, 6:00 p.m.: Air Fryer Class

Thursday, November 2 and December 7, 6:00 p.m.: Delicious Dishes.

OCTOBER

NOON LIONS CLUB SPAGHETTI FEED

The Great Bend Noon Lions Club uses the proceeds to support community events. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. First Christian Church, 5230 Broadway, Great Bend. Facebook: Great Bend Noon Lions Club

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SEPTEMBER

PINK POWER 5K

Help Pawnee Valley Community Hospital raise funds for the American Cancer Society during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 10:00 a.m. at 923 Carroll Ave., Larned, KS. Entry fee $35. To sign up contact jose.madrid@haysmed.com.

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GOLDEN BELT GLOW FOR LIFE

11th Annual 5k & 1 mile walk. Event sponsored by Suicide Prevention - Central KS Partnership. Late registration starts at 6:00 p.m. $30. Rememberance Ceremony 7:00 p.m. Run starts at 7:30 p.m. Veterans Memorial Park

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HEARTLAND FARM FARM TO TABLE

Fund-raising dinner - Farm Fiesta! Live music, silent auction. 5:00 p.m. Registration open. www.heartlandfarm-ks.org/farm-to-table-2023

LADIES NIGHT OUT HAVANA NIGHTS

Get out on the town in Great Bend for an evening of shopping with a fun Havana Night theme! 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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HOISINGTON HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING

ELLINWOOD HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING

KWEC Butterfly Festival

Monarch tagging and demonstrations, crafts, and activities focused on butterflies, insects, and other pollinators. Family-friendly fun.

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free event. Kansas Wetlands

Education Center. 592 NE K156 Hwy.

RECREATION CENTER EVENTS

HALLOWEEN AT THE WETLANDS

A fun day is planned on Friday, October 20, registered kids will go to the Wetlands in the morning for hands-on activities then back to the GB Rec Activity Center in the afternoon for lunch, crafts and more fun! $15.00, grades 1-6. www.greatbendrec.com

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PEDAL FOR PREVENTION - DEVIN’S MEMORIAL BIKE RIDE

3rd Annual. Meet at Veterans Memorial Park bike ramps at 6:00 p.m. $20 registration. Contact hollyb@thecentergb.org or ckpartnership.org/event

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MEMORIES MATTER BEREAVEMENT CAMP

1-day camp for kids age 5-12 who have experienced the death of a loved one. Each child will be helped to understand that grieving is necessary for healing. To register call Home Health and Hospice at 620-792-8171. Space is limited. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Activity Center, 2715 18th, Great Bend.

25TH ANNUAL GREAT BEND TRIBUNE’S WOMEN’S EXPO

Ladies come on out to the Great Bend Events Center and see what the vendors have to offer. 3:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Free event. Great Bend Events Center, 3111 10th St., Great Bend

KANS FOR KIDS BENEFIT CAR SHOW

2nd Annual. Show off unique vehicles and help raise money for Kans For Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation. Entry $25 with proceeds donated to the foundation. Food, silent auction and prizes. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Club 1 Fitness, 3806 Broadway, Great Bend.

Participants do their pitch to the Jury in front of a live audience at the Crest Theatre in Great Bend, 1905 Lakin. 7:30 P.M. Tickets $20. www.gbedinc.com

KWEC STAR GAZING

The Fort Hays State University Astronomy Club will be here with their high powered telescopes and help visitors spot Deep-Sky objects including Jupiter, Saturn and the M31 Andromeda Galaxy. This event will start at 8:30 p.m. Family-friendly fun. Free event. Rain/cloud date if needed will be October 20. Check facebook.com/wetlandscenter for changes. Kansas Wetlands Education Center. 592 NE K156 Hwy.

WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S

Carry your flower to show your support to raise funds and awareness to end Alzheimer’s. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Jack Kilby Square, Great Bend. Visit act.alz.org/greatbend for more information and to register.

19TH ANNUAL ROSEWOOD RODEO

Family fun. Rodeo activities, face painting, silent auction and concessions. There will also be two performances by the all-female “The American Dream” riding drill team. 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Great Bend Expo III Arena, located at Barton County Fairground, two miles west on 10th and Patton Road. www.rosewoodservices.com.

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WHEATLAND ELECTRIC CRAM THE VAN FOOD DRIVE

USD 428 schools participate to stock the Barton County Food Bank. www.weci.net

DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN BOO EVENT

Children dress and walk on the sidewalk starting on the courthouse square and parade to downtown businesses to collect candy. Downtown Great Bend, 11:00 a.m. www.facebook.com/ExploreGreat Bend

NOVEMBER

EXPLORE GB MONTH: MUSTACHE YOU TO SHOP LOCAL

Participating stores in Great Bend. Register to win $1,000 while starting your holiday shopping in participating stores. www.exploregreatbend.com

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PICKLEBALL TURKEY CLASSIC

Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Doubles on 15 indoor courts at this two-day annual tournament. All skill levels. Registration 9-18-23 thru 10-30-23. $60 per team. Panther Athletic Center, 2027 Morton Street. Sponsored by the Great Bend Recreation Commission. www.greatbendrec.com/tournaments/pickleball/

Recreation Centers around the area offer lots of programs for families and individuals. For more information contact:

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ELLINWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

School musical “Some Enchanted Evening”. 7:30 p.m. www.usd355.org

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LARNED VETERANS DAY PARADE 11:00 a.m. Downtown Larned, KS. www.larnedks.org

SUMMER STREET STROLL

THE GREAT JACK-O-LANTERN PATCH

On Thursday, October 26 there will be a post on the Great Bend Recreation Facebook page. Share a photo of your 2023 pumpkin in the comment section. Photos must be entered by noon Oct. to win a prize.

Great Bend Recreation Commission: greatbendrec.com

Hoisington Recreation Commission: hoisingtonrec.com

Ellinwood Recreation Commission: ellinwoodrec.com

SUMMER

STREET STROLL

Every Thursday through October. Farmers Market and more. 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Jack Kilby Square, Downtown Great Bend www.facebook.com/ gbsssfarmersmarket/

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GREAT BEND HIGH SCHOOL Fall play, Sat., Nov. 11, 8:00 p.m., Sun., Nov. 12, 3:00 p.m. www.greatbendschools.net

GREAT BEND ALIVEFINAL FRIDAYS ON FOREST

SEPTEMBER 29 5:00-9:00 p.m. Oktoberfest Theme!

OCTOBER 27 5:00-9:00 p.m. Halloween Theme!

Get together with your friends for an evening of socializing downtown on Forest Avenue. Enjoy beverages, great food and music. www.gbedinc.com/gbalive

How the body with age

Aging is an inevitable component of life. Young children often cannot wait until they get older because of the freedoms that seemingly come with being more mature. On the flip side, adults often wish they were young again. Time waits for no person, and with aging comes many changes, many of which manifest physically.

The following are some components of healthy aging that go beyond graying hair and wrinkling skin.

BONES, JOINTS AND MUSCLES

According to the Mayo Clinic, with age bones may become thinner and more fragile. Joints will lose their flexibility, while muscles lose mass and strength, endurance and flexibility. These changes may be accompanied by a loss of stability that can result in balance issues or falls. It’s common for the body frame to shrink, and a person may lose a few inches from his or her height.

A doctor may suggest a bonedensity test or supplementation with calcium and vitamin D to keep bones as strong as possible. Physical activity that includes strength training can help keep muscles strong and flexible.

BODY FAT

As muscle mass diminishes, body fat can increase. The Merck Manual indicates that, by age 75, the percentage of body fat typically doubles compared with what it was during young adulthood. The distribution of fat also changes, which can adjust the shape of the torso.

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Organs in the body also age, and cells begin to die off, making those organs work less efficiently. The heart is one such organ that changes with age. It pumps more than 2.5 million beats during one’s lifetime. As a person gets older, blood vessels lose their elasticity, and the heart has to work harder to circulate blood throughout the body, reports Johnson Memorial Health. Exercise can help keep the heart as strong as possible.

URINARY TRACT AND KIDNEYS

The kidneys become smaller as a person ages, which means they may not be able to filter urine as effectively. Urinary incontinence may occur due to hormonal changes or because of an enlarged prostate. Furthermore, the bladder may become less elastic, leading to an urge to urinate more frequently.

MEMORY AND THINKING

Older adults experience changes to the brain as they age. Minor effects on memory or thinking skills are common and not usually cause for worry. Staying mentally active by reading, playing word games and engaging in hobbies can help. Following a routine and making lists (as multi-tasking may become challenging) are some additional ways to address memory issues.

These are just some of the changes that can come with aging. Generally speaking, exercising, using the brain and adhering to a balanced, healthy diet can help keep the body functioning well into one’s golden years.

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Car Seat

Safety

Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1-13, according to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration.

That makes your choice of car seat and its correct use important in keeping your family safe.

FINDING THE RIGHT SEAT

There are four types of car seats: rear-facing, forward-facing, booster and seat belts. A rear-facing seat is best for your infant to use. It has a harness and, during a crash, cradles and moves with your child to reduce stress on their neck and spinal cord. Forwardfacing seats have a harness and a tether that limits your child’s forward movement during a crash. Booster seats raise the child so the vehicle’s lap-and-shoulder belt fit properly over the stronger points of their body. When you use just the seat belt, it should lie across the upper thighs and be snug across the shoulder and chest. It should not rest on the stomach or across the neck or face.

NHTSA recommends that you keep children in a car seat for as long as possible — as long as your child fits in the manufacturer’s height and weight requirements. Children should ride in the back seat until age 12.

INSTALLING THE CAR SEAT

Just as critical as choosing the right seat is installing it properly. Pay close attention to your vehicle’s and the seat manufacturer’s

instructions for installing the seat. After you’re done but before your baby takes its first ride, have the seat installation inspected at a car seat inspection station near you. In Barton County, you can get help installing your car seats and/or inspected by calling the Great Bend Fire Department, they do this for all stages of car seats. They will also check bicycle helmets to see if they are fitted properly.

REGISTER YOUR SEAT

Register your car seat with the manufacturer and ensure your contact information stays updated with them. This is important so you can receive recalls and safety notices for your car seat.

CAR SEAT USAGE AFTER ACCIDENTS

Do not use your car seat after a moderate or severe crash, NHTSA says. Only use your seat if it was in a minor crash, which is defined as a crash in which all of the following apply:

• The vehicle was able to be driven away from the crash site.

• The vehicle door nearest the car seat was not damaged.

• None of the passengers sustained any injuries.

• The air bags did not deploy.

• There is no visible damage to the car seat. After an accident, check with your vehicle insurance company as many of them want the child car seat replaced regardless of the severity of the crash.

S U P P L E M E N T SUPPLEMENT Y O U R YOUR R E T I R E M E N T RETIREMENT

Even those lucky enough to earn a pension may still need to save more. Setting aside some extra cash will help make the transition to retirement go more smoothly.

Though they used to be quite common, pensions may not be part of your benefit package. Even if pensions are offered, many change jobs so frequently over the course of a lifetime nowadays that a large sum never accrues.

But those with pensions and those without can benefit from supplementary income options that provide peace of mind in our golden years.

How much will you need? Most people, quite frankly, have no idea. But a good rule of thumb is to have banked some 25 times your annual spending by the time you hit retirement age.

EMPLOYER OPTIONS

Explore complimentary retirement accounts made available through your company, whether that’s 401(k), Roth or other investment options. Payments into 401(k) accounts are made before taxes, so money that would have gone to the federal government ends up in your account. Many employers will also match your contributions up to a set amount. This is meant as an incentive to invest in your own future, and results in free money for you to

enjoy later. Taxes are deferred until you are ready to withdraw upon retirement.

Financial professionals typically advise employees to contribute the maximum amount matched by your company, then set up an Individual Retirement Account to build an additional nest egg.

IRA ACCOUNTS

Individual Retirement Accounts come in either the traditional or Roth formats. Traditional IRAs resemble 401(k) accounts, but with a few notable differences. You also make pre-tax contributions, and then pay Uncle Sam when you withdraw it all at retirement. Traditional IRAs don’t include an employer match, but you can invest in the mutual fund of your choice rather than being limited to a narrower range of employer-selected funds.

With Roth IRAs, you’re not making pre-tax contributions. Instead, you pay taxes as you go, so there is no tax bill when you withdraw at retirement — even on your earnings along the way. In both cases, there is a chance to make a large return on investment. The choice comes down to how and when you want to take care of the associated taxes. Roth IRAs also allow you to withdraw your contributions before retirement age without penalty, unlike other similar accounts.

et hazards around the house

Much changes for the better when pets are brought into a household. When a pet joins the family, members now have a companion to enthusiastically greet them when they return home from work or school.

Pets require attention and routine vet visits to stay healthy. Homeowners may need to assess their living areas to ensure that the spaces are as safe as possible for new pets, as there are many potential hazards around the typical home. Unfortunately, those hazards may not be obvious to new pet owners. The following are just a handful of potential pet hazards in a typical home.

FOOD HAZARDS

Kitchens can be tricky spaces for pets. Cleaners that contain chemicals tend to be stored in kitchens, where hot appliances are periodically on as well. The kitchen also is where people prepare food, including some that could be unsafe for pets. Many foods that are safe for people are not safe for pets, and these include:

• Alcoholic beverages

• Avocado

• Caffeine

• Chocolate

• Fatty foods

• Garlic

• Grapes and raisins

• Onions

• Xylitol (a sweetener)

CHEMICAL PRODUCTS

Chemical products may be unsafe to use around pets. It’s important to read labels and use products accordingly.

• Bleach

• Phenols

• Cleaning products (use all with caution)

• Antifreeze

• Lawn fertilizers

• Ice melt

• Mothballs

• Liquid potpourri

• Paints and solvents

• Fabric softener sheets

• Pest baits

• Swimming pool chemicals

PLANTS AND FLOWERS

While they may be natural and beautiful, plants and flowers can potentially prove hazardous to pets. The level of toxicity may vary depending on the animal that consumes the plant.

• Almond, apricot, cherry, nectarine, peach, and plum trees

• Aloe vera

• Chrysanthemum

• Cyclamen

• English ivy

• Foxglove

• Hibiscus

• Hydrangea

• Oleander

• Poinsettia

ADDITIONAL HAZARDS

• Ovens, gas or electric burners

• Corded appliances

• Candles

• Ornaments and glass items

• Laundry (ingested socks or other items can cause obstructions)

• Small toys

Caution is necessary when welcoming pets into a home, as a typical living space contains numerous items that can prove harmful to animals.

Unfortunately, those assumptions are not always correct. Mental illness is individual and different people experience it differently. Having conversations about mental illness is important. There are ways to move forward sensitively, productively and helpfully. Then there are things that are distinctly not helpful.

Things to Say

• “What can I do to help?”

• “Thank you for telling me.”

•“You don’t have to apologize.”

• “You’re not alone.”

•“Let me know what you need.”

• “You are important to me.”

• “I love you.”

•“I’m listening if you want to talk.”

•“That sounds really difficult. How are you coping?”

Things to Do

Perhaps one of the most challenging things is starting the conversation. Find a quiet time and place where you won’t be distracted. Turn off your cell phone. Listen with an open mind. Ask questions. Give the person an opportunity to discuss how they are experiencing the mental condition and how it affects their life. Be patient. It may be difficult for them to have the conversation.

Encourage them to seek help. Find out what barriers might exist to them receiving help and what resources could help them overcome those barriers. Educate yourself about mental health conditions.

Talk about self care and what that might look like for them. Offer to support them in pursuing that care. Help out with daily tasks. Some mental disorders make it challenging for a person to do even simple tasks. Commit to being there for them for the long run.

Things Not to Say

Most people with mental illness have a long list of insensitive comments that have been made to them. Some things you

should avoid saying include:

• “It’s all in your head.”

• “Just pray about it.”

• “Snap out of it.”

• “Cheer up.”

• “Everyone feels that way sometimes.”

• “You just have to decide to feel differently.”

• “Things could be worse — others have it a lot harder.”

• “But you’re always laughing and smiling. You seem happy.”

• “This too shall pass.”

• “Have you tried yoga?”

• “We all feel crazy now and then.”

• “It’s all part of God’s plan.”

• “Suicide is so selfish.”

Things Not to Do

Don’t make a joke of a person’s mental illness. While they may laugh about it, that is often a coping mechanism. If you do it, they may feel you are making fun of them or not taking their illness seriously. Avoid sarcasm.

Don’t show hostility. If you criticize, blame or raise your voice, they are likely to shut down or shut you out. They might also take the criticism and turn it inward, making them at higher risk for self-harm.

Do not diagnose or question their medical decisions. You may think that they should be in therapy or taking medication, but they are the ones who have to come to that decision. While you want to encourage them to get help, don’t do so in a way that is critical or undermines their decisions.

While it is difficult, don’t take their actions personally. Remember that many mental health disorders cause irrational thinking. What they are doing usually isn’t about you.

It’s easy to make assumptions about a person with mental illness.

S A F E T Y SAFETY Tips Fire

Discussing the dangers should be paired with developing a plan for what to do should a fire break out — at home or on vacation.

HAVE A PLAN

Experiencing a fire is understandably one of everybody’s worst nightmares, but things can turn even more tragic if families don’t have a plan in place. Hundreds of children die in house fires each year, according to statistics from Safe Kids Worldwide. There’s also a danger when you’re on vacation, since the pathway to safety can be unknown. Make a plan for your family to escape in the event of a fire, discussing multiple exit points from your home or hotel room. In both cases, establish a place to meet up that’s a safe distance away so that everyone knows where to go after escaping. This will also serve as an early alert to look for anyone who may still be inside. Practice your escape, both at home and at the hotel.

EVERYDAY DANGERS

Children should be taught about the everyday dangers that surround us, including matches, space heaters, lighters and other accelerants. When possible, store away potentially risky items in high, out-of-reach places so that small children can’t reach them, but not before making it clear that they are not toys. Any of these things can inadvertently start a fire if improperly used. It’s important to also talk to them about the risks of burns around the house, in particular in kitchens. Children should be kept at least three feet away from hot cooktops, toaster ovens and stoves.

VACATION RISKS

Show children the maps that are posted on the back of hotel rooms which outline how to escape, then take them along that route. When camping, either on a site or in the backyard, be aware of the dangers associated with building a fire to roast marshmallows. General safety guidelines to share with kids include keeping fires at least 15 feet away from tents, trees and other shrubbery. Don’t build fires under tree canopies or low-slung branches. Use designated fire pits when possible; otherwise, children should be tasked with helping to build a containment area with stones. Finally, show them how to properly extinguish a fire by shoveling dirt on top. Never leave a fire unattended, even if it’s only smoldering.

Kids should be educated early, since they can be curious about open flames.

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Behind the Badge Behind the with Undersheriff Stephen Billinger Stephen

Q. Undersheriff Billinger, how long have you been in law enforcement and is this what you always wanted to do with your life?

A. I have been in Law Enforcement 42 years total, serving in the military, Graham County Sheriffs Office, Hays PD, Kansas Highway Patrol and the Barton County Sheriffs Office. Growing up my role models were local police officers and my favorite toy as a child was a police car.

Q. What is the most memorable thing in your career?

A. So many experiences, many terrible tragedies, like the Hoisington and Greensburg tornadoes and so many other events that are bad. I am most proud of the times I’ve helped people,

simple things like fixing a broken hose on a car to changing tires, taking care of a steamed motorist to just listening to people talk about problems and helping them resolve or mitigate them. My best memorable events I want to remember are with helping people.

Q. Have you ever given a relative a ticket? No, I’ve stopped a few, I’m not the type that would cite his own mother. Mom still has the hot wheel track she used spanking me as a child.

Q. What do you like to do in your off-duty time?

I like to keep busy with projects around home, gardening and taking care of my yard. I love to golf, hunt and fish too. I am a honeybee keeper and enjoy taking care and rescuing bees.

Q. If you could tell the public any one thing, what would it be?

A. Treat all people with respect, never give up on your dreams. Everyone deals with adversity and people do recover, don’t count them out.

Teachers’ Examination Ex a mination

In the year 1880, it was a time when education stood as a beacon of progress, and the role of a teacher was paramount in shaping the minds of the next generation. Against this backdrop, the pages of the Great Bend Register captured a pivotal moment—a Teacher's Examination that would determine the qualifications of those who aspired to guide and inspire the young minds of Barton County. As we turn back the pages of history to September 2, 1880, we step into a world where ink and parchment were the conduits of knowledge, and the outcome of a single examination could shape the course of education for years to come. Join us as we delve into the details of this historic event, exploring not only the examination itself but also the broader implications it held for a community on the cusp of educational transformation.

The following are the questions by which the teachers of Barton County were examined for certificates at the close of the Institute:

Arithmetic

1. Upon what is Arithmetic founded, and how are its operations carried on?

2. Define G.C.D., L.C.M., fractions, complex fractions, decimal fractions, concrete number, percentage and square root.

3. Give rules for reading and writing whole numbers and decimal fractions.

4. 1/2X 1 1/2 X 2 1/2 equals what?

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Write fifteen hundred-thousandths

5. In .43 of a T. .5 hhd. .9 of a gal. how many pints?

6. Find the difference between the true and bank discount of $12000 for 2 years, 4 months, at 7 per cent.

7. If 108 men build a fort in 12 1/4 days of 12 1/2 hours each in how many day would 84 men build it by working 10 1/2 hours per day?

8. Sold wine at $1.40 per gallon and lost 15 per cent: at what price per gallon must it sell to gain 15 per cent?

9. In 12 years I shall be 7 5ths of my present age: how long since I was 5 7ths of my present age?

10. Bought goods on 80 days credit, as follows: Sept. 1, 1879, $200: Nov. 5, 1879, $300. What the average time of payment?

Industrial Drawing

1. Name and define the different kinds of straight lines, with regard to positions.

2. Define a point , a line , a surface, a solid, a broken line, a continuous line.

3. Define an acute angle, an obtuse angle, a right angle.

4. Draw a square within a square which shall contain half the area of the circumscribed square.

5. Inscribe a regular hexagon within a circle. Circumscribe one about a circle.

6. Inscribe a regular octagon within a square. Circumscribe one about a square.

7. What is an Isosceles triangle? A scalene triangle?

8. Give rules for inscribing an octagon in a square.

9. Give a rule for drawing a square which shall contain twice the area of another square.

10. Draw a cubical block. Draw another which shall contain twice the solid contents.

Book - Keeping

1. What is Book - Keeping?

2. Define Bills Receivable: Bills Payable.

3. When is the person debtor and when creditor?

4. Define single ar.d double entry and show difference.

5. John Jones bought of me -

6 yards of calico at 19 cents.........................$ .60

1 pair boots $6.50; 1 hat $4.00 ....................$10.50

Sugar, $4; Coffee $2; Syrup $2.....................$ 8.00 Amount charged to his account.

6. Sold to George YoungMdse as per bill $7.00

Received cash $5.00

Note for balance $2.00

7. Make the above entries in Day Book form, and post to Ledger. single: also Journalize and Ledgerize according to double entry.

Botany

1. What is Botany?

2. Name and define the different kinds of roots; name and define all the subdivision of each.

3. Draw, name and define the various leaves with regard to shape.

4. Name and define the different kinds of cases.

5. What is Phyllotaxy? Vernation? Venation?

6. Name and define the different sorts of indeterminate inflorescence.

7. Name and define the different parts of a flower.

8. What is a typical flower.

9. What is a complete flower? A regular flower? A symmetrical flower?

10. Define the parts of a Papilionaceous flower.

Entomology

1. What is Entomology? Give Sub. Kingdom to which insects belong.

2. Name and define the classes of insects.

3. Name and define the orders and sub-orders of insects.

4. Describe the various parts of an insect.

5. Define ovipositor; palpi.

6. What is meant by Matamorphosts?

7. Into how many divisions are the Orthopteras divided? Give an example of each?

8. Descraibe the Baprstians The Rove Beetle.

9. Describe the Cicada; The coinom red legged Locast. To what order do they belong?

10. Decribe the praying Mantis; The Mole Cricket.

History

1. Name five Spanish explorers of the present territory of the United States, give the dates of their explorations and the land they explored.

2. Name three English and three French explorers of North America and state what they explored and give the dates.

3. Name the difference epochs or periods into which the history of this country is divided? What is the date of the beginning of each epoch?

4. Name the Presidents of the U.S. in their order, what parties elected them and one principal event in each

Administration.

5. Name the first State admitted into the Union and the last one - Give the dates of admission. Give in account of the Missouri Compromise.

6. What territorial acquisitions have the United States invade since the adoption of the Constitution? In what year was each made? State whether acquired by treaty, conquest, purchase or annexation and from what nation obtained.

7. What is the Monroe doctrine? Name the great wars in which the U.S. have been engaged and cause of each.

8. What is the Fifteenth Amendment? What constitutional amendments are to be submitted to the voters of Kansas at the coming election? What is the difference between constitutional law and statue law?

9. State what you know of John Brown Raid.

10. Name five of the principal inventions make in the United State? During what administration was Erie Canal opened? The first railroad built? The Pacific Railroad opened?

Penmanship

1. Give the position of the body and manner of holding the pen during writing.

2. Describe and give examples of main and connective slants.

3. Give the seven principles and analyze the 6th and 7th.

4. Describe and give example of combined movement.

5. Give the unit of height and unit of width.

6. Analyze the letters r and s.

7 . Analyze the letters O and E.

8. Analyze the letters x and d.

9. Analyze the letters D and C.

10. Analyze the letters c and w.

English Grammar

1. What is Language?

2. Name all the properties of the Parts of Speech.

3. State the object of Classification of words into Parts of Speech.

4. Define Elements of the First, Second and Third class, respectively.

5. Write 5 rules governing the use of capital letters.

6. Classify and name the elementary sounds of the English language.

7. Punctuate the following so that it will express a fact:

“Every person in this land

Has twenty nails upon each hand

Has five and twenty on hands and feet

And this is true without deceit”

8. Correct the following:

9. Diagram the following and give the case of all nouns and pronouns.

God bless the man who first invented So Sancho Panza said and so say I: Sleep. And bless him, also that he didn’t keep His great discovery to himself, nor try To make it - as the lucky fellow might - A close monopoly by patent right.

10. Correct the errors in the following sentences: The dog and I and father went a hunting. Me and Jane are going to the fair. That child will not lay still or still a minute. That foolish old hen is setting on a wooden egg. I will drown, nobody shall help me. This was the most unkindest cut of all. Which is the more northerly, Maine, Oregon or Minnesota?

Harry is a mighty nice boy. They that honor me I will honor. Neither good nor evil come of themselves. Who did you learn your grammar from?

Geography

1. Name the motions of the earth and describe each.

2. Give the boundaries of the zones and static the width in degrees of each.

3. Define climate. Upon what does it depend?

4. What are the trade winds? - Name the island nearest the geographical center of all the water the globe.

5. Mention in the order of their size (census of 1880) eleven of the largest cities of the United States. What is the population, by the last census, of Kansas? Of Barton Co.?

6. Name the countries of Europe and state the form of government of each. Five the capital of each.

7. Mention in the order of their size three of the largest cities of Europe. What do you understand by the “Great European Powers? What nations does the term include?

8. What nation has the most territory> Name six o f the principal cities of Kansas. Mention the rivers of Kansas. How high above the level of the sea is Great Bend?

9. Give the latitude of the northern and southern boundaries of Kansas. Name the great trunk R. R. lines of Kansas.

10. Locate the following: The Yukon river - Terra del Fuego - Labrador - Lake Victoris - Nyanza - Ujiji - Hong Kong - Grampian Hills - Mt. Mitchell - Suez canal - Mt. Katahdin - Halifax.

Why I

Hoisington and this part of Kansas

BY DALE HOGG dhogg@gbtribune.com

It is easy for Hoisington Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Karen Baldyga to explain why she loves where she lives.

“Hoisington is all about Community and that community is made up of people who have families that have been here from before its incorporation and some that are new to the area or even new to this part of the country,” she said. “The people of Hoisington are very welcoming and make you feel like you’re part of their family right from the beginning. The second thing I love most about Hoisington and this part of Kansas is that children are raised in a true village atmosphere, where everyone cares about them like they are their own and that is most evident in how they show up for sporting events in which they may not even have a child or grandchild participating.”

She has worked for the Chamber of Commerce as the director since 2018 after working a short time at Hoisington High School as a front office secretary. Now, she is on the ECommunity Board, Cardinal Apartments Board, the Community Women’s Club and is on the Church Council at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Hoisington.

LANDING HERE

“We didn’t choose Kansas, Kansas chose us. At least that’s the way we see it,” Baldyga said. “My husband is a pastor and was looking for a new call, and we decided to open ourselves up to the entire country and see where God wanted us to be.”

In February 2017, during the middle of a harsh winter storm (they had already gotten 17 inches of snow), an individual from the Central States Synod of the ELCA called to ask her husband if he would be open to a call in Kansas. “It probably helped that he had just come inside from his third time shoveling the driveway and after a quick Google search of Kansas’ average snowfall (far less than Massachusetts), he was more than happy to take that call.”

Karen Baldyga and Wayne Baldyga with their granddaughter, Ella Reisner.

a family trip with their youngest boys (both in seventh grade at the time) and met with people at the three churches that her husband would be ministering too. “By the end of the trip, we all felt that this was the right move for our family. It was unanimous, this lifelong New England family was moving to the Midwest,” she said.

STAYING HERE

“Raising children here is like going back in time, it feels like my childhood of the 70s,” she said. “My boys were immediately welcomed and had instant friends. They could ride their bikes all over town and I didn’t have to worry about them because I knew the rest of the town was watching out for them.”

A BIG FAMILY

“We have seven children (four girls and three boys) that range in age from 38 to 19,” she said. They also have six grandchildren (two boys, four girls) that range in age from 18 to 15 months.

“Our family is everything to us and leaving our adult children and grandchildren to come to Kansas was the hardest thing we’ve ever done,” Baldyga said. “They’ve all come to visit and for most of them this is huge culture shock but a few years back one of our daughters moved here, met a wonderful young man and now they’re married with a beautiful little girl.”

ABOUT HER

“I was raised in Massachusetts all my life, graduating from North Middlesex High School in Townsend, Mass.,” she said. She started college right after high school but didn’t stick with it.

eventually got a job as an events coordinator at RSA, a software security company where she spent her time traveling the country setting up tradeshow booths and running seminars.

“In 2001, I was scheduled to fly to L.A. for a seminar on Sept. 12 and booked my flight for the day before (9/11) on American Airlines at 8 a.m. out of Boston but as a single mother (recently divorced) I felt this was too much travel so I talked to my boss about missing this one event if a counterpart in L.A. could represent me,” she said. “She said ‘yes.’ I cancelled my flight two weeks prior to 9/11. That day changed everything for me.

“The second I saw that plane fly into the World Trade Center, I knew I couldn’t do that job anymore,” she said. “I couldn’t be on that plane or even be that far away from my children so I handed in my resignation two weeks later and found a job as a receptionist at an eye doctor’s office for half the pay. I

never regretted it.

“I remarried to a seminary student on his path to God and eventually, I went back to college and got my bachelors in human services from Fitchburg State College graduating Suma Cum Laude, receiving the President’s Award in Human Services.

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

“I love crocheting items for friends who are having babies and for my grandchildren,” she said. “I enjoy spending time with my family and laughing, usually at my expense.”

But, she and her husband are getting used to being empty nesters with their two youngest off at college, and making dinner for just two people.

Still, “I enjoy traveling when we’re able too. And I love binge watching a whole series over a cold winter weekend. I’m an avid true crime podcast listener and finally I love snuggling up with my pups after a long day.”

Healthy babies start with healthy moms.

At The University of Kansas Health System, we want every baby to have the best start on life possible. Our obstetrics and gynecology team works to keep women at their healthiest through all phases of their lives. Here, we’ll make the health of you and your baby our priority.

Veerayyagari Annapurna, MD

Jodi Henrikson, MD

Micca Schneider, MD Haley Gleason, APRN-BC

Jonathan Pike, MD

Anna “Annie” Dagg, MD