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Ghosts of Holidays Past. One idle Tuesday, no so long ago, I made a trip downtown. As I walked into Firstbank, there, hanging on the wall, was an old photo stopping

and played leap-frog over the rolls of linoleum, played with the cash registers and generally drove the staff crazy. Grandpa didn’t care. He walked

me in my tracks. In the photo was a classic downtown, featuring the original building now beautifully remodeled by Firstbank. But, in the small upper left corner of the photo was something far more personal to me. Included in the shot, was also

home everyday for lunch where he would sit me on his lap and share his peas in warm milk - and no kidding - wiggle his ears. By my accounts, he might as well have been Santa. He suffered a small heart attack in the early 70‘s and was hospitalized at

the sign of another downtown business rather close to my heart, The E. F. Boron Company. And a flood of memories past came to me. E. F. Boron was a small flooring business on the second floor in

then, Clinton Memorial Hospital. I wasn’t able to go up and see him because children had germs and weren’t allowed to see patients. No problem for Grandpa. He simply hung out the window of his room, with his lit cigarette, waving to me as I stood

downtown, and Eddie Boron, its owner, was my Great Grandfather. While he died long before I was born, I am told he was a

in the parking lot. Grandpa Conn eventually decided it was time to retire and planned a “going out of business sale”, ironically, on the day I know truly to be “Black Friday”. At 9:00 p.m. in 1976, Boron’s closed it doors for the last time. He drove

friendly and generous man that lived for helping the community to the best of his ability. Great Grandpa eventually

my grandmother safely home and as he pulled into the garage, he closed his eyes and slumped over the steering wheel. He died from a second heart attack that night, his last night in local business.

moved the business across the street to the main floor, where Rehmann’s stands now. The business sign read simply, Boron’s. As

As my thoughts came full circle, I realized how much influence those men had on my life. I studied Interior Design, kitchen design to be exact, and now own this small business in downtown. I recently joined the PSD/DDA as a board member to help

time grew, the business was eventually handed down to my Grandmother, Frances Boron, and her husband Robert Conn. Grandpa Conn then became the new face of Boron’s. Boron’s expanded to include not only flooring, but table

serve St. Johns. I have a very long history in this community and that is why I love it so. I try very hard to “walk the walk”, as my Grandparents did. I want to thank all of the people supporting my family’s businesses over the years. You have no

linens, towels and kitchenware. Every spring my cousin and I would get first pick of the new beach towels coming off the delivery truck. We jumped

idea how personal it really is. Peace, prosperity & joy to you in the New year!

In this issue: 6 Favorite Things Locale visits the sights & sounds of the season around town.

14 The Transformation of Monica Our weight loss blogette and columnist talks about doubt.

24 Seven Hours in Chicago Shopping? No Way! Lisa Soros takes her camera and finds a view to remember this holiday season.

28 Parade SJHS Theatre begins work on the latest production for the 2012 MIFA Competition in February.

COVERSHOT Future Ghost Laurie Oakwood-Bishop Advertising Manager Robert “Bing” Crosby Marketing Manager Cammi Robinson Graphic Artist Megan Priess Office Assistant Christina Hammond Photography Jim Oakwood Brian Bishop Guest Photographer Lisa Soros

Contributors: Sue Carroll Dave Hunt Carole Field Ron Huard Mike Meuhlenbeck Lisa Soros Monica Stump-Thayer

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Historic Downtown St. Johns lit up Friday, December 2, 2011 as we watched the Annual

“Santa Parade of Lights". Each entry was beautifully decorated with colorful holiday lights and also featured SANTA CLAUS! After the Parade, participants enjoyed the official lighting of the annual St. Johns Christmas Tree and the presentation of the Key to the City to Santa Claus by St. Johns Mayor Dana Beaman. This magical key opens every door in St. Johns, and enables Santa Claus to visit every boy and girl on Christmas Eve! Families, neighbors, co-workers, local school groups, marching bands, civic organizations, church groups, dance troupes, musical groups and businesses are all welcome to participate in the parade and add to the pageantry of the St. Johns Tree Lighting Ceremony. A total of $500 in cash prizes wad awarded this year for the best decorated entry, inviting the biggest crowd yet!! This event helps to bring our community together to celebrate the holidays. The parade began at the Clinton County Courthouse on State Street and traveled north down Clinton Avenue to the Train Depot Lawn. Parade goers gathered on the Depot Lawn as St. Johns City Major Dana Beaman officially welcomed Santa to the community and presented him with a Key to our Mint Festival City. Santa and the mayor then assisted our own “Little Miss Mint” as she lighted the St. Johns community Christmas Tree opening the holiday season.

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Annual Christmas Festival Held the 1st Saturday in December of Each Year! The Clinton County Chamber of Commerce invited everyone to participate in their Annual Christmas Festival. Included was a Festival of Trees, Breakfast with Santa, Craft Show & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crafts. The Festival of Trees and Craft Show ran all day at the Clinton County RESA Building. While the Christmas trees were on display, community members had the opportunity to vote on their favorite trees with their donations. The tree that collected the most money overall had the opportunity to decide which charity receives all the money collected.

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Oakview South Elementary: Day in the Life OAKVIEW FEELS BLESSED BY VOLUNTEERS He’s 77. She’s 85. He has 6 grandchildren. She

Mr. B also helps out in Krista Lehner’s third

has 4. She also has 8 great-grandchildren. His

grade class, and when the weather permits, he’s

nickname is “Mr. B.” Hers is “GG.” Meet Hugh

been known to be a goalie for a fairly rowdy and

Banninga and Maxine Kushmaul.

energetic group of third grade soccer players. He is at Oakview every day, and often will only leave

Together they spend nearly every day of the week at Oakview, volunteering in the classrooms

for lunch, returning to help students with math, reading and writing.

and helping the students learn and play. It’s not unusual for Mrs. K’s students to Our dear Mr. B, Mr. Hugh Banninga, started

surround Mr. B and affectionately hug him and

volunteering at Oakview when his grandchildren

clamor for his attention. During the summer, some

attended. His granddaughter was in Peg Zink’s

of the kids who live in his neighborhood will knock

first grade class and his grandson in Mike

at his door and want him to come out and play.

Muehlenbeck’s second grade class. Both

He warmly describes the joys of volunteering:

teachers may have retired several years ago, but

helping the kids, all of the hugs, and watching

that hasn’t kept Mr. B away. In fact, as he tells the

them experience an “aha” moment in math.

story, he was working at the gym at Sparrow Clinton Memorial Rehab when a cute brunette caught his eye. That was Sara Koenigsknecht

really Maxine Kushmaul, and she is in her fourth

(Mrs. K), who sweetly asked what his plans were

year of volunteering at Oakview. It was during a

now that Mrs. Zink had retired. They quickly

knitting session with Diane Harte that they

decided he would be a perfect fit in her

dreamed up the plan to have her volunteer at

classroom, and the rest is history.

the school. GG is here 4 days each week, and

For more information about Oakview South Elementary as well as photos, check out their Facebook page!

“GG”, which stands for “great grandma,” is

does puzzles, plays games, and reads with the children.

remembered her. She plans to volunteer at Oakview as

When we had half-day kindergarten, GG would come

long as her health holds.

twice a day! In the fall and spring, if the weather cooperates, she will walk here. The students are excited every day to see her come through the door.

Mr. B and GG are just two of many volunteers that Oakview is blessed with each day. There’s Olga, Mr. Bertoldi, Mr. and Mrs. Pulliam, Mrs. Howell, Mrs. Willis, Mrs.

GG worked for several years. As she was about to

K’s Grandma, Grandma Dedyne and more, who regularly

turn 80, she was offered the 8-midnight shift. She politely

help out in the classrooms and on field trips. We truly

declined, and decided to retire. I believe the students

could not do it all without them.

keep her young, and she says she loves watching them grow. At our Halloween parade, she got to see children

“Children are everybody's responsibility and it is up to

of all grades, including those that she had worked with in

us to make a difference. We all have to be involved.” ~

kindergarten. She was thrilled to see how many

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Gallery Talk HOME TOUR TO BENEFIT ARTS COUNCIL

A Christmas Wonderland” is “

the theme of a home tour planned at the home of Mike Muehlenbeck during the week between Christmas and New Years eve. ! Mike is shown capping a small tree with the traditional star. enchanting signs of the season, including traditional to

If the spirit seems to begin slipping away between Christmas and New Years, extend the holiday aura with a visit to the home of Mike Muehlenbeck for a tour through a Christmas wonderland.! The outing will not only delight, but will cap the holiday period with useful images and ideas for years to come. The holiday theme is present in every room - !in fact every space, from basement to roof! - and festooned with

surprising, lighted and sparkling, whimsical and curious. The tour, planned for Thursday Dec. 29 from 1 to 7 p.m., is a fund-raiser for Clinton County Arts Council and all proceeds will be directed to the Council’s operating budget.! “We are constantly seeking new and innovative approaches to augment the budget,” Muehlenbeck explained, “and this home tour is an initial attempt.”!

Winter!"#$%&'' !"#$%&'( Muehlenbeckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home is located at 208 W. Sturgis St. in St. Johns. To enjoy the walk-thru there is a fee of $20.00.! Each visitor will receive a decorative, hand painted Christmas ornament and all tickets must be purchased in advance.! There will be no tickets available on the day of the tour. Tickets may be purchased at the Gallery, along with details and information by calling 989 224-2429. Clinton County Arts Gallery hours are, Tuesday through Friday, 10a to 5:30p and Saturday 10a to 2p.! The Gallery is closed on Monday.! Additional information on the Gallery or Council operations may be secured by calling 989 224-2429. Michael Muehlenbeck, Director. St. Johns Locale invites you to support the arts! See our website for pictures and updates from the Clinton County Arts Council.

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Just a Small Town Girl THE TRANSFORMATION OF MONICA Doubts. They always seem to get the

to slap a smile on my face and have the

best of me. !I felt like I was ready for all the

attitude that whatever happens, happens?

changes (physical, emotional, and mental)

Was I going to let it define how my day

but then I began to wonder. !Was I going to

went? !Each time that I go there, I have to

be strong enough? Was I going to have

put on my big girl pants, so to speak, and

enough patience and fortitude to deal with

take whatever gets thrown my way, as an

how long it would take me to get to goal? I

adult. There has been many times that I have

am as stubborn as they come but I’m also

just wanted to crawl up into a ball and cry

human and not invincible.

my eyes out. But what will that get me?

!!!I have had my share of heartache and

I have found out that no matter what

disappointment with this journey of mine. I

that scales says, no matter what anyone says

am the one who has to have the courage to

to me, for that matter, defines me. I know

walk into the doctor’s office month after

when I have been bad, I have no one to

month, not knowing if whatever I did would

blame but myself. I also know that even if I

be good enough for a loss. I am the one who

have had a gain this month, I have tried, !

has to have the courage to step on that

worked hard and I need to step back at that

scales knowing that it might be bad and

moment and have gratitude for all I have

how was I going to deal with it. Was I going

been able to accomplish. !It’s hard to do these things because my first reaction is to get mad at myself and push myself even more than I already do. That is where having a positive attitude comes into play. And, take it from me, I’ve had my share of negativity in all this. !I’ve had those thoughts a lot. !It’s hard not to! !It has been a long road and will continue to be. !Even after I get to goal, it’s a lifetime change. I will have to keep myself in check. ! I can relax a little more but it will continually be something that I have to live with. Lately, the scales have been so up and down. It has been discouraging. I was 3.4 lbs. away from the goal. This would be the second time I have been so close to goal. ! I’m not giving up. I just roll up the sleeves a little more and dig my heels in deeper. !I know there is a lesson to be learned in all this and I just take it as it comes. I have to have that attitude. I wouldn’t be where I am

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into that " ball " in" the corner, I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. !It wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t " break me! ! "

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" " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " City " River " " " !I marathon. 13.1 miles" (Capitol Run). " % " " " " " didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it, "I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it, I just " " about " " premeditate " " " " one" of those moments " " " did it. It was in my life I " " " " " " " " " will always remember. !I did something I set " " " " " " " out " " " " " " " " to do. I had a goal, which was to run the whole " "

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my pace time from the last race I ran. !And I did just that. I ran the race in 2:02:48. My pace per

mile was 9:23.!I placed 42nd!out of 136 in my age bracket. Overall, I placed 744th!out of "

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roughly 1628 participates. !My pace for the Mint " " " " " " City 10 miler was 9:35 per mile. !I shaved off 12 "

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: ST. JOHNS BIG BOY & KIWANIS CLUB COORDINATE ON FOOD DRIVE Once again, the Big Boy of St. Johns will sponsor Operation Can Do in conjunction with the St. Johns Kiwanis Club. For over 30 years, Big Boy has conducted the canned food drives in restaurants across the state. Ten years ago, St. Johns Big Boy owner, Dave Hunt – also a member of the St. Johns Kiwanis Club, involved the local club in this endeavor, making it a community service project for the organization. Last year alone, over 2100 items were collected for distribution in Clinton County by members of the Kiwanis Club and Big Boy.

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“In light of the ongoing economic and unemployment situation, just because folks were not in need a year or even a month ago, does not necessarily mean that is true now,” said Hunt. Food banks across the state are all in the same predicament – too much empty space on the shelves. Families that never thought they would be seeking assistance with basic necessities, such as food, cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene products are now humbly asking for our help.” Between now and December 31, non-perishable items, canned goods, shampoo, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, and other basic items, can be dropped off in the lobby of the St. Johns Big Boy. Again, all items collected will remain and be distributed in our community by the Basic Needs Ministry. “For those of us who are so fortunate and blessed, let us dig a little deeper, and reach out a bit further this year, to help those who need our help,” said Hunt. The St. Johns Big Boy is located at 1408 S. U.S. 27. For further information about Operation Can Do or the St. Johns Kiwanis Club, contact David Hunt at 989.224.6828.

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Mark your calendar to support the St. Johns High School Baseball Program at TRIVIA NIGHT being held at the St. Johns High School Cafeteria on Saturday January 11, 2012. The evening includes beverages and snacks, door prizes, drawings and lots of fun! The cost is $20 per person, or $180 per table of 8. Early registration discount is available for $125 per table if you register before December 31. Contact Coach Parker at parker@sjredwings,org

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4th Annual SNOW DAY! At the Emerald with Sparrow Clinton Hospital Auxiliary!

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SEVEN HOURS IN CHICAGO HOMELESS & HUNGRY

It was a spur of the moment decision. A friend

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mentioned a bus trip to Chicago. Leave at 7:30

stunned. “You’re going….to take….PICTURES?” I

am, return by 11:30 p.m.! A shopping trip to

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my lap for the long ride south.!He simply shook his

Nope! This would be an amazing photo

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opportunity! So within 5 minutes of our discussion I

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the urge to bolt from the bus. Look at the train! The old buildings with ivy! The wrought iron bridge! And then we came upon our first reminder of where we were. An elderly man standing by the side of the road, holding a sign that read “Homeless and hungry.” I thought of my camera and three lenses in my lap and was ashamed. Then our driver did an extraordinary thing. Ignoring the traffic and drone of taxi cab horns, he moved into the middle lane, slid open his window, tapped on the bus horn, and gestured toward the man. Leaning from his window, he handed him his lunch. The bus fell silent. Once we had made our way to the Water Tower Place shopping plaza, we disembarked. It was just after 11 a.m., Chicago time. We were due back at the bus by 6 p.m. I had seven hours to shoot as many pictures as my camera could hold. Poor Jackie. I dragged her all over downtown Chicago, up and down streets, past parks, near Lake Michigan, across bridges, under train tracks, down by the river. But she balked at the subway. She flat out refused to head under the city for more pictures. We ended our day at the top of the John Hancock Observatory, where photographers with smuggled tripods set up for the perfect evening shot of Chicago. Saturday, November 12 dawned beautifully.

Not a cloud to be found and unusually warm temperatures = fantastic photo weather. I was giddy with excitement. As we pulled out of the parking lot, one of the organizers of the trip stood and shouted, “Who’s ready for some shopping in Chicago!” I yelled back, “I’m taking pictures!”

In the end I came home with two t-shirts for my kids, over 100 pictures on my!memory stick, and many more inside my head. And, one piece of Chicago style deep dish pizza. Seven hours in Chicago was not nearly enough. Article & Photos by Lisa Soros.

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Prosecco Sangria A great party punch bowl recipe you can make in large quantity to enjoy with friends. Ingredients: •

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Menning Mimosa This fabulous recipe for a Menning Mimosa is a perfect cocktail to serve at any celebration. Ingredients: •

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2011-2012 MIFA Competition Theatre

St. Johns High School Theatre Department Presents: Parade is a musical with a book by Alfred Uhry and music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown. The musical was first produced on Broadway at the Vivian Beaumont Theater on December 17, 1998. The production was directed by Harold Prince. 1999 Tony Awards Include, Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Musical Score.

Community Night Wednesday, February 15, 2012 SJHS Auditorium

Leo Frank, a Jewish factory owner, is put on trial for the murder of 13year-old Mary Phagan. Desperate for someone to blame, the people of Atlanta convict him, but his wife stands by his side through it all, sure of his innocence.

Act I: We are in Marietta, Georgia, in the time of the American Civil War The sounds of drums herald the appearance of a young Confederate soldier, bidding

night watchman who discovered the body ("Interrogation"). Throughout his interrogation, he maintains his innocence, but inadvertently directs the

farewell to his sweetheart as he goes to fight for his homeland. The years pass and suddenly it is 1913. The young soldier has become an old one-legged veteran who is preparing to march in the annual Confederate Memorial Day parade ("The Old Red Hills of Home"). As

suspicion of the police upon Frank, who did not answer his telephone when Lee called him to report the incident. Frank is arrested, but not charged, and Mrs. Phagan, Mary's mother, and her younger daughter, Lizzie, become aware of Mary's death.

the Parade begins ("The Dream of Atlanta"), Leo Frank, a Yankee Jew from Brooklyn, NYC, is deeply uncomfortable in the town in which he works and lives, feeling out of place due to his Judaism and his college education ("How Can I Call This Home?"). His discomfort

Across town, a reporter named Britt Craig is thrown out of a bar and drunkenly bemoans the lack of a worthwhile story to report in the slow-moving town of Atlanta ("Big News!"). Once he hears about Mary's murder, he sobers up and sees the possibility of a career-

is present even in his relationship with his wife, Lucille, who has planned an outdoor meal spoiled by Leoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to go into work on a holiday. Meanwhile, two local teens, Frankie Epps and Mary Phagan, ride a trolley car and flirt. Frankie wants Mary to go to the

making story. In the meantime, Governor Slaton pressures the local prosecutor Hugh Dorsey to get to the bottom of the whole affair. Dorsey, an ambitious politician with a "lousy conviction record", resolves to find the murderer.

picture show with him, but Mary playfully resists, insisting her mother will not let her ("The Picture Show"). Mary leaves to collect her pay from the pencil factory managed by Frank. While Frank is at work, Lucille bemoans the state of

At Mary's funeral, the townspeople of Marietta are angry, mournful, and baffled by the tragedy that has so unexpectedly shattered the community. ("There is a Fountain/It Don't Make Sense"). Frankie Epps swears revenge on Mary's killer, as does Tom Watson, a writer for

their marriage, believing herself unappreciated by a man so wrapped up in himself. She reflects on her unfulfilled life and wonders whether or not Leo was the right match for her ("Leo at Work/What Am I Waiting For?"). Mary Phagan arrives in Leo's office to collect her

The Jeffersonian, an extremist right-wing newspaper. Later on, Dorsey, along with Starnes and Ivey interrogate Newt Lee, but they get no information. Dorsey releases Newt, reasoning that "hanging another Nigra ain't enough this time. We gotta do better." He

paycheck. That night, two policeman, Detective Starnes and Officer Ivey, rouse Frank from his sleep, and without telling him why, demand he accompany them to the factory, where the body of Mary Phagan has been found raped and murdered in the basement. The police

then attaches the blame to Leo Frank, and sends Starnes and Ivey out to find eyewitnesses ("Something Ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Right"). Craig exalts in his opportunity to cover a "real" story and begins an effective campaign vilifying Leo Frank. ("Real Big News"). conâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

immediately suspect Newt Lee, the African-American

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We then meet Luther Z. Rosser, Leo’s lawyer, who vows to “win this case, and send him home”. Meanwhile, Dorsey makes a deal with factory janitor and ex-convict

Governor"), reopens the case. Leo and Lucille rejoice ("This Is Not Over Yet"). Slaton visits the factory girls, who admit to their exaggeration, and Newt Lee, who claims

Jim Conley to testify against Frank in exchange for immunity for a previous escape from Prison. Lucille, hounded by reporters, collapses from the strain and privately rebukes Craig when he attempts to get an interview ("You Don't Know This Man"). She tells her

that Dorsey did not let him finish his testimony. Slaton also visits Jim Conley, who is back in jail as an accessory to the murder, who refuses to change his story despite the noticeable inconsistencies with the evidence, and along with his Chain Gang, does not give any information,

husband that she cannot bear to see his trial, but he begs her to stay in the courtroom, as her not appearing would make him look guilty. The Trial of Leo Frank begins, presided over by Judge Roan. A hysterical crowd gathers outside the courtroom

much to the chagrin of Slaton ("Feel the Rain Fall"). After much consideration, he agrees to commute Frank's sentence to life in prison in Milledgeville, Georgia, a move that effectively ends his political career. The citizens of Marietta, led by Dorsey and Watson, are

("People of Atlanta"), and Hugh Dorsey begins the case for the prosecution ("Twenty Miles from Marietta"). The prosecution produces a series of witnesses, most of whom give trumped evidence which was clearly fed to them by Dorsey. Frankie Epps testifies, falsely, that Mary mentioned

enraged ("Where Will You Stand When the Flood Comes?"). Leo realizes his deep love for his wife and how much he has underestimated her ("All the Wasted Time"). After Lucille departs from the prison, a party of masked men (Starnes, Ivey, Frankie Epps, and the Old

that Frank "looks at her funny" when they last spoke, a sentiment echoed verbatim by three of Mary’s teenage co-workers, Iola, Essie, and Monteen ("The Factory Girls"). In a fantasy sequence, Frank becomes the lecherous seducer of their testimony ("Come Up to My Office").

Confederate Soldier) arrives and kidnaps Leo. They take him to Marietta and string him from an oak tree ("Sh'ma"). Lucille is crushed by her loss but she takes comfort in believing that Leo is with God and free from his ordeal, as the Confederate Memorial Day Parade begins again

Testimony is heard from Mary's mother ("My Child Will Forgive Me") and Newt Lee before the prosecution's star witness, Jim Conley, takes the stand, claiming that he helped Frank cover up the crime (“That's What He Said”). The courtroom is filled with cries of "hang him!" Leo is

("Finale").

desperate, but Rosser insists he stay silent, assuring him that he has a plan. As prosecutor Hugh Dorsey whips the observers and jurors at the trial into a frenzy, Rosser is given the opportunity for his client to deliver a statement. Leo offers a heartfelt speech, pleading to be believed

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("It's Hard To Speak My Heart"), but it is not enough despite Rosser insisting that he wasn't coached or rehearsed. He is found guilty and sentenced to hang. The crowd breaks out into a jubilant cakewalk as Lucille and Leo embrace, terrified ("Summation and Cakewalk").

resource for Speech Activities in the state of Michigan and aspire to bring speech activities to every school in the state of Michigan so that all students can effectively participate in a democratic society. MIFA sponsors the largest theatre festival in Michigan.

During Act 2, Leo has begun his process of appeal. The trial has been noted by the press in the north, and the reaction is strongly disapproving of the way in which it was conducted, but Newt Lee, Jim Conley, and two

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African-American domestics wonder if the reaction would have been as strong if the victim had been black ("A Rumblin' and a Rollin'"). Lucille tries to help Leo with his appeal, but reveals crucial information to Craig, provoking a fight between Leo and Lucille ("Do It Alone").

humorous and serious. For 2011-2012, the theme is tragedy. The constraints of a 45-minute traveling production focus the evaluation of each show on its acting and special technique considerations. MIFA recognizes outstanding productions in three school

Lucille then finds Governor Slaton at a party ("Pretty Music") and attempts to advocate for Leo. The governor, upon receiving a letter from the nowretired Judge Roan asking him to reevaluate the evidence as he lies on his deathbed, ("Letter to the

classifications at the State Final Festival. SJHS Theater experience is a combination of learning, artistic growth and fun. The production staff’s goal is to guide students to produce a piece of excellent, high quality theatre.

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