Monthly Archives: March 2016

April 1968

March 31, 2016 | by CJ Woods III

“I stand here ironing, and what you asked me moves tormented back and forth with the iron.” — Tillie Olsen; “I Stand Here Ironing.” I was standing at an ironing board, pressing the white smock I wore as an attendant at a psychiatric institution when my friends Gina and “Byrd” … Read More

Son of Darkness, Daughter of the Light

March 31, 2016 | by Rose Mary Clarke

The deaths of certain people tear holes in the fabric of my existence. One of them was the magnificent writer, Pat Conroy, who deserved the Nobel Prize for literature more than some who have received it. Another was the darling, bright-natured and talented musician Gerry Gray. Salty-tongued old Granny opined, … Read More

World War I 100 Years Ago: April 1-7

March 31, 2016 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Star, Tuesday, April 4: Never before in years gone by has the monotone cry of the rag man for rags and old paper had such a significant twang. The European war has wrought havoc with wood pulp and linen rag importations from across the seas and as … Read More

Applause!: April 1-7

March 31, 2016 | by Weekly View

• The Eastgate Neighborhood Association will meet April 5 at 7 p.m. at the Warren Government Center, 501 N. Post Rd. Special guests include State Rep. Cindy Kirchofer, Mayor’s Liaison Karen Lightbourne, and more. Residents and business owners in the Eastgate neighborhood are encouraged to attend. • It is almost … Read More

Men Don’t Make Passes at Girls Who Wear Glasses . . . Really?

March 31, 2016 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

It was one of those nights when my old friend insomnia stopped by for a visit. Wide awake at 2 a.m., I raided the fridge, turned on the TV and settled in to watch an oldie but a goodie, How to Marry a Millionaire. For those of you who have … Read More