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, a'-tto PAGE 6 - WATERLOO W. WWV. OCTOEER]. IO“ Second Clan Mail Registration Number 5540 Adana ll cor-ood- to Nuance cellos, " Em St E , Watouoo, oot N2J 1L7 Tm 8862830 New: Ind Sports In. 886-3021 WW cram otttco to located to tho Haney. WM” law om“ ttot6t*og (rear mum, uppov Hoot) Parking at the tau ot the M09 Open Monday to Frldly 9 a m to 6 p m Manager. Bill Karges ' Editor: Rick Campbell Circulatio- lnlagcr: Greg Cassidy Display adverqtstrrg: Helen Smiley, Paula Hummel, Gerry Mattice (fl-sawed “yanking: Marie Kapshiry mural: Melodee Martinuk, Mark Bryson mews). Richard O'Brien 1sportsl Circulation: June Toushan. Jerry Fischer Typesetting and Composing: Fairway Press Plumber: Paul Winkler - - Nuance Onond- h pm my Warm" by Fm” Pu... a at-too ot KIM-WW Rococo Ltd ' om PM mm 225 Funny an S _ For much of the time during his 15-year career as a Waterloo alderman, Charles Voelker referred to us ink-stained wretches as "you guys in the media." If any affection accompanied the address, it was usually well-hidden. But to media types, he was simply "Charlie", a lovable old cuss who always spoke his mind, always let you know where he (and you) stood, and never hesitat- ed to rub elbows with the common folk to try to solve problems. He was, as city clerk Ron Keeling aptly put, "a joy to be with." Charles Voelker, in our eyes, was a people's politicia and his death last week at age 67 saddens us deep]? We were no less dismayed when Charlie bowed out of the political arena last year. Not only did council lose a colorful, straight-shooting member, but also a highly- charismatic individual who, whether designing new homes in private life or designing visions for our city's future, gave everything he had. During his involve- ment in public life with the school board and municipal government, Voelker was long on ideas and common sense, and walked many figurative miles in taxpayers' shoes before taking a stand on issues. Perhaps the greatest tribute to the man lies in the fact that Charles Voelker, in his simple, straightfor- ward, time-honored ways gained the respect of many people without once begging it. His sense of communi- ty, his crusades for the disadvantaged and his candid, if crusty, demeanor, served him well. As he served us, the people of Waterloo. The grand celebration, largest such event in North America, is without doubt a feather in the cap of the Twin Cities, and the folks who have worked so hard in the past 17 years to elevate Oktoberfest to its lofty heights. No, there is no truth to the rumor that Oktoberfest is the week each year when those of true German heritage leave the Twin Cities to make room for those who wish they were. Taking notice of the various events, focal points, and strategies of this year's organizers, it is our hope that the celebration can unfold free from the reputation that Oktoberfest is one giant booze party. Much thought and effort has gone into creating a wholesome atmosphere in the past few years, while maintaining the spirit of Gemuetlichkeit, and responsible actions on the part of patrons, organizers and everyone involved will go a long way in promoting that attitude. Oktoberfest A timdtor fun. A time for friendship. A time for hospitality. And a time to enjoy. Let's make sure everyone does. tAiiik U" an "ter. 'ttrs, than“ be “may and wttttr-te,pdttresed_Mr unsigned letters with» W and mumme re» "rvestherigttttoedit. A time to enjoy The Chronicle welcomes policy t Ocu‘uvuvr\r\ " mum!” Charlie Slam St., was no. on}... an? an 'NeCttmttieuttoermLttits tmdttimoeaeextmeptttdttir play but in: tet-tedge the within” of “nut erme.C-tettmegtttet-t trf-tgt-ttrand-er. m; is We is - that all complaints can be metttmd.%t-httteethtr. that aetitttt is needed about - - concern to the preartt than; M. m Council astonished I 854 You may or may not have noticed the advertise- ment on the top right corner of page 13 of last week's Chronicle. I hope you did, and are acting on it. The ad was a promotion for the Ontario Junior Citizens of the Year program, sponsored annually by CP Air in conjunction with the Ontario Community Newspapers Association. It is a marvellous program, I have been involved in all aspects of it over the years from nominating to judging, and it serves as an excellent recognition vehicle honoring selfless service, resourcefulness. acts of courage, ingenuity, and those youngsters who "just" fall under the category of "good kids." The program eligiblity requires nominees to be between the ages of 6 and 18, possessing an _ of the above qualities, and nominations may be made directly this paper. Deadline for this year's contest is Oct. 31. if you are a faithful reader of this newspaper, none of this information is new. You have heard me praise the merits of the Junior Citizen program many times before, especially about the "good kid" category that in effect brings deserved recognition to youngsters who otherwise would never receive such an honor. You also know that in the past we have had such a winner, a group of four youngsters, who earned OJC honors for being just that, good kids in turning profits from a fun Hallowe'en project over to worthwhile charities. I attended an American Press Institute weekly seminar in Washington two years ago, and among the lasting impressions I brought home was the belief that community newspapers, unlike any other media, are viewed by readers as an extension of the family, that we interact with the community with far greater intimacy than say, a radio station or daily paper. We are expected to You have also read in this space, as late as last December, that I wish more folks from Waterloo would nominate our young citizens; that is an area where I feel we can greatly improve upon. --" is written thitaik Junior Citizens of the Year. Thesearchisonfor "lt's like a river up north with rapids. If you were to go over the bank now, you wouldn't have a chance" Care enough Rick Campbell Chronicle Editor In that respect, I now challenge my "family" of readers in Waterloo to take the time to think of someone in the past year who has met at least one of the Ontario Junior Citizen qualifications. I challenge teachers who have guided youngsters from failure to success, or watched an individual's or group's dedication shape the patterns of our education system. I challenge ministers, hospital personnel, volunteer agencies to nominate those youngsters who give so self1essly of their time to create a better quality of life for the sick, the disabled, the aged, the souls who needed a friend and found one. I challenge parents, yes parents, to be brave enough, proud enough to nominate their own youngsters. I challenge aunts and uncles, next-door neighbors, athletic coaches. serve our community on that level, and that dedication is expected to be reciprocated. If I sound angry about all this, I am sorry. There is no room for bad feelings with this program. Likewise, however, there is no room for apathy on the part of potential nominators, who might question whether a youngster was worthy of no- mination. I know from rubbing elbows with our up-and- coming generation, whether on the hockey rink, in a high school play, at the local science fair, in the CandyStriper ranks, that we have more than our share of "good kids", that our future is in great hands. And heck, that doesn't count the many humanitarian acts, exhibitions of courage, the heartwarming incidents that never get public recognition. And should. There is still plenty of time to contact me through this newspaper if you wish to nominate an individual or group for Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year honors. Just round up as much support evidence as possible in the next week or two, and together we'll forward a first-class nomination. Or two. Or 20. Each with a chance to be honored with a plaque, a cash prize, a family photo portrait with Lieutenant-Governor Lincoln Alexander and a commemorative lapel pin. Culpepper Drive resident Darryl Sherk on the water levels of Maple Hill Creek. -SEE PAGE I I can't guarantee a winner from any entries we submit. What I can guarantee is the indescribable feeling the nomination process will bring to the deserving nominee, to the nominator who cared, and to a guy who believes that our kids are the greatest. And who wants the whole world to know