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Glimpses of the Past
from Whiteside-9-21-2021
by Shaw Media
GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON
197 1: Cit y council rejects bid for new Fulton Boat Harbor
60 Years
Sept. 20, 1961
New teachers at Fulton Community High School include James Zahnle, Mrs. Harold Gaarde, Miss Barbara Heary, Mrs. Ernest Smith, Edward Criss and Philip Anderson.
Mayor Warren Wiersema, Waterworks Superintendent James Shipma and City Council members Albert Norm a n, B u r t on M a th ew s , R u s s e l l DeWeerdt and Jacob Sikkema conferred with state highway officials at the district office in Dixon in an effort to obtain the cooperation of the state in eliminating extensive flooding on 10th Avenue between 12th and 13th streets.
50 Years
Sept. 22, 1971
The only bid for the new Fulton Boat Harbor was rejected by the City Council because it was too high. The bid submitted by Conlon Construction of Dubuque was $158,000. The council rejected the bid because only $125,000 in state funds will be available for the project.
A letter of appreciation, which was signed by all members of the Fulton Public Library Board of Trustees, was given to David Flikkema when he resigned. Marlyn Faber was appointed to complete Flikkema’s unexpired term.
40 Years
Sept. 23, 1981
Returning lettermen golfers for Fulton High School include Steve Bolton, senior; Joe Schrader, senior; Jim Norman, senior; Kent Leininger, junior; R i c k W i eb en g a , s e ni or ; T im H ol l, junior; and Rod Hughes, senior.
Doris VanDyke of Fulton walked into Volckman’s in Morrison and punched her time-card for the 15,423rd and final time. She retired after 30 years with the Volckman Division of Ethan Allan. Co-workers held a potluck supper and gave her a clock radio on her final day. A bigger surprise was plant manager Jack Ballinger presented her with her choice of a chair or love seat “for all her years of faithful service.”
30 Years
Sept. 11, 1991
Law enforcement officials in Whiteside and Clinton counties announced that 26 people in the two counties have been charged with unlawful delivery of illegal drugs. A Whiteside County grand jury indicted 12 defendants, and Clinton County charged 14 defendants. Drugs delivered in the investigation included cocaine, LSD, methamphetamine and cannabis.
One of Fulton’s most constructive citizens of the past half-century, the late Janvrin Mitchell, will be honored in a special way at the Jan Mitchell golf tournament and dinner at the Fulton Country Club. The Fulton Kiwanis Club is sponsoring the event. Mitchell was a longtime member of the Fulton Kiwanis Club and served as president on two occasions.
20 Years
Sept. 19, 2001
Staff members of Unity Christian School, along with students and parents, gathered around the flagpole for a p ray e r s e r v i c e d u ri n g P r e si de nt George W. Bush’s National Day of Mourning. They prayed for victims and families of the terrorist attack at the World Trade Center in New York City. J.T. Cullen Co. workers gathered around their flagpole to show support for the U.S. They said the Pledge of Allegiance and sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful.” The fire department and police department joined with thousands of others in their professions by holding a memorial service for comrades who lost their lives in the terrorist attack.
Schmaling Memorial Public Library board treasurer Marlyn Faber and board president Ron Koehn celebrated the final loan payment. The $36,000 loan was taken out in January 1989 for the installation of an elevator, which made the library more accessible.
10 Years
Sept. 21, 2011
Members of the 2011-12 Fulton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors include Chamber President Greg Naftzger, KROS Broadcasting and Party Town Mobile DJ Service; Vice President Patti Housenga, Community State B a nk ; M a r s ha N o rm a , A g ri - K in g; Charles T. Dykstra, retired; Tim Wright, Wagner Pharmacy; Jami Smith, Smitty’s Welding Service; Heather Bennett, executive director, Fulton Chamber of Commerce; Kim LaShelle, Lockhart and Law Insurance; Pastor Edie Lenz, First R e f o r m e d C h u r c h ; a n d P h y l l i s Housenga, 1st Gateway Credit Union.
The Albany Fire Protection District took delivery of a new rescue pumper. It was built by the Alexis Fire Equipment Co. Cost of the pumper is $430,000 with part of the funding donated by the Al Jordan estate.
YOUR HEALTH
A sperger’s syndrome is par t of autistic spectrum disorder
By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.
Asperger’s syndrome is part of the autistic spectrum disorder. These are neurologic conditions characterized by degrees of impairment in language or communication skills. Oftentimes there are repetitive routines or even rituals that must be performed. It is common for individuals to have more of a monotone or flat type of speaking that may not include much fluctuation. Individuals often take a figure of speech literally as opposed to the picture that another individual is trying to paint. Because of the social challenges, there may be difficulties connecting emotionally with peers and even family. Gestures may be limited. Other nonverbal communication and facial expressions may be blunted. Many with Asperger’s have clumsy a n d u n c o o r di na t e d m o t o r m o v e ments.
Parents may not sense anything unusual about children with Asperger’s syndrome until about their third b i r th d a y b ec a u s e c h i ld re n o f te n retain their early language skills. It is difficult to say an exact incidence s i n c e t h i s r i s e s a s a w a r e n e s s increases. Some estimates are only 1 in 5,000, with boys being three to four times more affected than girls. Unfortunately, these social challenges may persist into adulthood. Sometimes the obsessions are so extreme that everyt h i n g e l s e i s e x c l u d e d i n t e r m s o f interest. However, they may be quite an expert in their own field and often w i l l a p pe a r l ik e p r o fe s so rs . T he speech may lack rhythm and inflections, and the ability to be aware of their own intensity of voice appears to be a limited feedback process available to them as well. Many conditions may coexist with Asperger’s, including anxiety and depression, as well as tic disorders such as Tourette’s but also ADHD. Although Asperger’s syndrome may not be discovered until age 3, some feel it is a genetic condition that is hardwired during fetal development.
The condition may be difficult to diagnose because early symptoms are vague. Symptoms may apply to many to some degree, including abnormal eye contact, failure to turn when their name is called, or failure to use gestures or lack of interactive play or interest with peers. Often it takes a specialist skilled and aware of the condition to make the diagnosis.
There is no specific treatment and no cure. Individuals often are counseled, and their coexisting conditions may be treated to some degree.
IN BRIEF
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that an inspection of the Illinois 136 Mississippi River bridge in Fulton was set to begin Monday, Sept. 20, weather permitting.
The work will require a daily closure of the eastbound lane from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Friday, Sept. 24. Eastbound traffic will be detoured to the nearby U.S. 30 Mississippi River bridge (Gateway Bridge).
Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers.
For IDOT District 2 updates, follow it on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict2 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.
Keys for Embracing Aging webinar
Keys for Embracing Aging is a free 12-part series by University of Illinois Extension designed to help aging adults develop strategies for taking care of themselves through the years. Attend all 12 sessions, or simply drop in on the sessions that fit your schedule. Each of these sessions will be held Sept. 23 from 10-11:00 a.m. online via Zoom.
Register online for Financial Affairs at: https://forms.illinois.edu/ sec/1406318960
Wits Fitness online
Keep your brain fit and healthy from the comfort of home Sept. 27 from 10 to 11 a.m. Current research indicates that challenging the brain is one of several things you can do to contribute to your own brain health as you age. Challenging activities is one way to train your brain and keep your wits fit! Each virtual class is free and open to the public. Registration is required to receive log on instructions. Participants may also join by phone as well and are welcome to join the class at any time.
Autumn health picks
Join the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and University of Illinois Extension for a series on a variety of health topics. Pick and choose programs based on interest. All sessions are offered via Zoom on Wednesdays at noon from Oct. 6 - Nov. 17.
Register online for the Oct. 6 program, Tinnitus and the Brain at go.illinois.edu/autumnhealthpicks
COLLEGE NEWS
Eighteen full- and part-time Sauk Valley Community College students have been named to the President’s List for high academic achievement during the fall semester.
Another 26 students made the Deans’ List.
Kelita M. Johnson of Morrison was named to the President’s List for parttime students (4.0 grade-point average).
Cole graduates from Illinois Central College
Devin Cole of Tampico graduated from Illinois Central College after the Summer 2021 semester.
Bennett on Southern New Hampshire’s President’s List
Andrew Bennett of Fulton has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2021 President’s List.
Eligibility for the President’s List requires that a student accumulate a grade-point average of 3.7 to 4.0 and earn 12 credits for the term.
Southern New Hampshire congratulates Kimberly Schroeder of Albany on being named to the summer 2021 Dean’s List. Full-time students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.5 to 3.699 are named to the Dean’s List.
Fulton police Sept. 10
Bethany L. Babers of Clinton, Iowa, was cited for disobeying a stop sign and driving while license is suspended. She was released with a notice to appear.
Heather Scobee of Fulton was arrested on a Carroll County warrant. She was released with a notice to appear.
Sept. 15
Rebecca L. Moore of Fulton was cited for use of a cellphone while driving in the 700 block of 12th Street. She was released with a promise to comply.
Morrison police Citations Sept. 12
Conceptione N. Harvey, 28, Harvey, speeding
Sept. 16
John W. Rose, 40, Morrison, excessive animal noise (ordinance)
Thepublicisremindedthattheseare merelychargesandallpeoplearepresumedinnocentuntilprovedguiltyina courtoflaw.
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When you get vaccinated, you make your community a safer place. Getting vaccinated will help stop the spread of COVID-19. Protect yourself and those around you so we can defeat this virus that has taken so much from so many. Be part of the solution – get vaccinated – and let’s move forward together. It’s our best shot. Learn more at osfhealthcare.org/vax.
Edge of field practices, like bioreactors, are one key way that landowners can reduce nitrate loss from agricultural land. Rock Island County Soil & Water Conservation District, in partnership with University of Illinois Extension, hosted a bioreactor installation field day demonstration on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at Drew H o h e nb o k e n ’s f a r m i n r ur a l Hillsdale.
Field day attendees watched a portion of the bioreactor being installed on-site last week. Dr. Bryan Maxwell from University of Illinois discussed the basics of woodchip bioreactors, Joe Gates from Rock Island County SWCD presented cost-share programs a n d o pp o rt un i t ie s, a nd R e id Christianson from University of Illinois and Rachel Curry from Illinois Extension discussed the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy.
To learn more about bioreactors, check out a recent news release from University of Illinois titled, “How the Humble Woodchip is Cleaning Water Worldwide” @go.illinois.edu/ WoodchipStory.
The field day was funded in part by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency through Section 604 of the Clean Water Act as part of the District’s education and outreach strategy for the Mill Creek Watershed Plan.
Sarah Ford/For Shaw Media Farmer Drew Hohenboken, seated, watches as a woodchip bioreactor is installed on his land in rural Hillsdale on Tuesday, Sept. 14.
Volunteers Frank Sebok and his granddaughter Kasha Sebok, 11, both of Prophetstown, volunteered to serve meals on the program’s first night back.
Pat’s Table returns to ser v ing meals af ter summer break
Pat’s Table, the non-profit that provides a free community meal every M o n d ay a t P r o ph e t s t o w n U n i t e d Methodist Church, is back to serving home-cooked dinners after a summer break.
Volunteers with the organization cook up the meals in the church’s downstairs certified kitchen. The meals are open to anyone, and while free, donations are always accepted. Dine-in or drive-thru is available, with masks recommended for those who go inside.
Frank Sebok and his granddaughter Kasha Sebok, 11, both of Prophetstown joined other volunteers on Mond a y , S e pt . 1 3 t o s e r v e a m e a l o f enchiladas, pasta salad, corn, and peach cobbler. There were 89 meals served on the first night back.
Meals are served at the church located at 200 W. 2nd St. every Monday from 5 – 6 p.m., with different church groups and organizations volunteering each week. Save the date for a chili fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 23, and find “Pat’s Table” on Facebook for more information about fundraisers and weekly meals.
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NATIONAL FARM SAFETY WEEK
SEPTEMBER 19-25, 2021
As you prepare for harvest season, don’t forget to plan for safety. Electrical safety is often overlooked.
safety first
Have daily meetings to review the day’s work & discuss safety implications. Know & review where the power lines are, the clearance required, & the proper position of extensions as they are transported.
Wait to unfold
Remind workers to fold or unfold extensions well into the field, not close to the field’s edge where power lines are typically located. do not exit the cab
If your machine or truck makes contact with a power line, pole, or guy wire, you could become electricity’s path to ground.
call 9-1-1
Call 9-1-1 to have your electric utility dispatched to deenergize the power souce. Only exit the cab if your equipment is on fire. Make a solid jump out and hop away with feet together as far as you can.
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