6 24 430 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/ec94131aa02fb093c17610f0d40fcd41.pdf 3577bf21c3d945189168c077de6df86f PDF Text Text �2. CONGRATULATIONS to Phyllis Davis and her husband on the birth of their BABY BOY bomon EARTH DAY!!! Fra.n~ Compo Ltz lvesuw Clu.s Duy CharU,e. rA.11.d:erson (Ju.mbo) 'Lssa.c ttcCa.nn Jimmy Bu.sh Puu.[ Ja.cMon Jr. John Crumpton Puu.[ 8homtn Hurry Boelk Rtta lve.migwuns Chester Bru.shmun Chri,s 8homi.n Duve. Fox Roc~y Ru.sse.ll Duve. '.Pi.e.rce. Eciwa.rci 8he.rmun Jr. Lake.n rA11.d:erson Roqe.r nurte.lL Jr. Lurry 80011.Q.na.qu.e.t Jr. 8e.ltnu Clibbs Le.ah Denn.of Li.nciu Holt" 8teve. CoUtns Tont Le.a.u.re.au.x �3. �4. PLEASANT READING ~ll€~inffllllgWhat is a teenager? What is a teenager? - I was asked one day ... I knew what it was, but what should I say? The Wanderer's Prayer by Robert A. Swanson Chippewa mother of the mountains father of the skies guide me in my travels be with me when I die A Teenager is Noise and confusion silence and deepsunshine and laughter or a cloud that will weep brother of the forests sister of the streams protect me in my travels be with me in my dreams Swift as an arrow a master of time wants to be rich but can't save a dime Rude and nasty or polite as can be wants parental guidance but fights to be free . .. . • ,: ....!. I -,: .... -~--, _.:.:-:, Aggressive and bossy timid and shy knows all the answers but still asks why by Joyce Mahaney I saw a baby bird fly from the mother's nest a month before you left. It was a sign from the Great Spirit of what was to come. You said, "I won't be needing these anymore," as you handed me your velvet ribbon dress and beaded moccasins. The white world beckonsA new job, an apartment and freedom. My daughter, you are like a fledgling who must spread its wings and learn to fly. I, like the mother bird, will watch lovingly and patiently as you test your wings, knowing you will always come back to the nest. Awkward and clumsy graceful and poised Ever changing ... but don't be annoyed What is a teenager? I was asked one day - A Fledgling Spreads Its Wings Father by Jon W. West Southern Cheyenne "It's the future unfolding ... don't stand in the way!" I have gathered your shadow at dust many times Taken from a poem by Phil Jorgenson, Social Worker, Nachusa, Illinois cupping it in both hands holding it over the great river to watch it fly "Nature has given to men one tongue, but two ears, that we may hear from others twice as much as we speak." �5. MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Mental Health is a state of mind. We all suffer from conflicts, stressors and things that cause us anxiety. At times in our lives, these things seem to overwhelming to handle on our own. An individual trained to work with individuals, families, and groups may assist us at just that time. Our services at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Mental Health are prepared to help you, and senior citizens. We provide: assessments referrals casemanagement counseling group therapy dance exercise If you would like further information on our services, contact our office at 774-8331. ClR'L'TC HML'TH & HU.HAN 8ERVW~ PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE Prescription drug assistance is now available to SENIOR CITIZENS for emergency situations. If you think you qualify, see Judy in room 3 (Mental Health Office). Also inquire about tax rebates for prescription drugs. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING PROGRAM SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services provides services for clients and the community. We provide SARF, Screening, Assessment, Referrals and Follow-up. Also Outpatient Counseling and Prevention Services. The GRITC Employment Program has been in existence since 1984. To you, our prospective Employer Participant, we offer a multi-faceted, efficient Program of Employment Services. Our components are: • JTPA PROGRAM • Limited Work Experience • Summer Youth (Recruitment starts in May, call 774-8331, ask for Carmen) • Training Potential candidates are screened to determine their eligibility. Candidates who qualify are then If you would like any information on illegal drugs or referred for assessment and testing to determine alcohol, or our services, contact Vicki or Fran at their employability skills and job readiness. GRITC 774-8331. offers a program of Pre-Employment Training in a classroom setting to enhance employability skills "Information and education is the key to fighting and job readiness. Candidates are then matched up this major problem." with Employer Participants to begin the OJT period. �6. • Mother Earth ...... . "How can I help?" by theConcerned of Today How much garbage does the average American family of four produce each week? Which items in that trash could last for 1 million years? How long does it take for a plastic bag to disintegrate? With Earth Day generating headlines about the vast scope of the environmental crisis, including the burgeoning trash problem, the answers to the "Garbage Quiz" is a 100 lbs; a glass bottle; 30 years. The resonsibility for this problem begins right in our own homes. Environmental consciousness begins with learning about the consequences of our daily individual actions. We can turn environmental concern into concrete action at home, school, and in the community with more information and activities. One activity may be to include such recommendations as inviting our grandparents and/or senior citizens to discuss what life was like during World War II when citizens saved string, tin, metal, and many other things for reuse. Maybe make a trip to a supermarket or a fast food restaurant an environmental adventure by examining the product packaging and labeling and voicing our environmental concerns. Here are some specific tips to cover some basic and colorful ways to save the air, water, land and energy: Develop a "green • thumb." Put plants in your home, office or classroom. They help clean Indoor air by absorbing certain chemicals. • Give a bug a break! Return It to Its outdoor home If you can, swat It If you must. Don't spray it! Most household insecticides contain poisons that circulate in the environment long after the bug is gone. • Eliminate at least one or two not-so-necessary car trips a week. Group your errands for fewer trips. Organize a carpool or vanpool to get to work or school or walk, jog, or take public transportation. Driving less not only decreases air pollution but also saves nonrenewable energy. • Reuse the Sunday comicstowrapgiftsandsavewrapping paper. Other ways to reduce trash: Say "No bag, please" when buying something small and easy to carry. Use the backs of "junk" mail for shopping lists and notes. Share magazines with friends or give them to a hospital or library. Buy products with little or no packaging. Look for recycled paper and other recycled products. • Take a short shower instead of a bath to conserve water. Less than 1 percent of While many environmental issues the earth's water is usable fresh are complicated and require acwater. tion by businesses and government, the effects from large • Buy plain white paper numbers of households who towels, napkins, and toilet change their individual habits will paper to keep groundwater automatically have a major imfrom becoming polluted. ln- pact. This increased environcreasingly, chemicals from mental awareness will force dyed paper, household clean- employers, communities and ers, pesticides and fertilizers governments at all levels to make are contaminating this lmpor- a change. Let's all do our part in tant source of drinking water. helping to save our Mother Earth. �7. Household Recycling Take your recyclable items to the Recycle Station nearest your home. Separate your recyclable into the designated containers for newspapers, brown paper bags, glass, plastics, metal cans and aluminum. PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE ITEMS NOT LISTED. Newspapers and Brown Paper Bags No magazines, telephone books or other paper. Stack in brown paper bags or tie in bundles. Glass Bottles and Jars Only brown, green or clear. (No window glass) Rinse clean, remove caps and metal rings. Plastic Containers and Bottles All food, detergent and laundry products. (No automobile products) Transparent and colored. Rinse clean and flatten. Metal Cans Only food goods. Rinse clean, remove labels and both ends, then flatten. Aluminum Pie tins, aluminum foil products, etc. Rinse clean and flatten. - "We the willing, lead by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have done so much for so long, with so little, we are now qualified to do anything with nothing." A Message to the Community ..... . A SIMPLE RECIPE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE Ingredients Credibility Assumptions Commitment Power Hope Courage Goals Strategy Directions Be there Be informed Be able to count Don't be intimidated Don't take NO for an answer Follow through In compliance with federal regulations applicable to hospitals which have been recipients of federal assistance, Blodgett Memorial Medical Center of Grand Rapids, Michigan, hereby gives notice of its intention to provide uncompensated services of $925,000 minimum between July 1, 1990 and June 30, 1991, to all eligible persons whose individual or family income is not more than the Community Services Administration Poverty Income Guidelines. Blodgett's plan of allocation includes all hospital services adjusted for excess compliance levels earned in prior years. We invite interested parties to comment on this allocation plan. �8. MONTH FOR INDIAN SOON TO BE REALITY Native American Communications Inc. Joanna Stancil • NAComm Washington, D.C.: A commemorative month honoring American Indians may soon be a reality. On May 1st, 1990 a joint resolution will be introduced by Senators Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and John McCain (A-Arizona) designating November 1990 a "National American Indian Heritage Month." If the resolution is passed by the House and Senate and signed by the President, this would be the first time a month has been set aside for American Indians. "To long Indians have lived in the shadows of American society. Indian heritage is the true heritage of our Nation," Princess Pale Moon, president of the American Indian Heritage Foundation (AIHF). "We need a way to draw the nation's attention to the first people of this country," she said. Although sponsors feel confident that the time is right for this Bill, everyone is urged to quickly write or call their Congressman and Senators to request support. To pass, the resolution must have at least a 51 percent majority vote of both the House and Senate. otypes, and attitudes are for the most part very negative against our people. We therefore fully support a Nation focus which will give us the opportunity to enlighten our city fathers and neighbors." For more than two years AIHF has worked to have a month designated in which all Americans can celebrate their special heritage. Much of American life reflects Indian culture. Many To prepare for "Heritage Month," names of our states, cities, towns AIHF will hold a national compeand rivers are Indian - even our tition for a National American Constitution was based on the Indian Heritage Month commemopolitical system of various Indian rative poster. Indian artists are Nations. encouraged to enter this multi medium competition. AIHF will Among the more than 125 current send information packages to all co-sponsors of this Bill are Con- Indian schools and colleges. gress man Ben Nighthorse Michael Flying Eagle Rose, Campbell (D-Colorado) and AIHF's poster competition direcCongressman Del. Eni F.H. Faleo- tor, said that photos, as well as mavaega (D-American Samoa). paintings, drawings and other The draft resolution states: appropriate art forms will be ac"Whereas American Indians were cepted. the original inhabitants of the territories that now constitute the Princess Pale Moon feels that United States of America; this is one issue that could bring Whereas American Indians and more unity among Indian people. the descendants of such Ameri- "We feel fortunate that we could can Indians have made essential be part of making this dream come contributions to this Nation; true. The Bill has to be signed by Whereas the citizens of the United the President four years in a row States should be reminded of the to make it an annual event. I am assistance given to our Founding committedtocontinueourworkto Fathers by the Native Ameri- push for a permanent National cans..... Now, therefore, be it American Indian Heritage Month." resolved..... that the Month of ~ November 1990, is designated .:~::::·:·=-=~=-:~:::;:::}l(:: "National American Indian Heri- Letters of support and copies of tage Month." your congressional request letters can be mailed to the AmeriIn a letter of support, Barbara can Indian Heritage FoundaMurphy, Tribal Chairman of the tion, 6051 Arlington Blvd., Falls Redding Rancheria Tribe be Church, Virginia, 22044 - (202) wrote, "We are so aware in our INDIANS - Fax number (703) country that inaccuracies, stere- 532-1921. Contact �9. FOR YOUR INFORMATION WEHB 89.9 FM "VOICE OFTHE ORIGINAL PEOPLE" ONGOING (CHANGE) Tune in to Bob Stone every Wednesday morning from 8 to 10. If you have any requests call him at 453-3711 or 774-8331 when he 's not at the station. Neshnewbe A.A. meets every Wednesday evening at 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. downstairs at Lexington School - 45 Lexington N.W. lNDMN JtWL£&y :Hamlcra f ted. '.EarrLrigs By Bec~y 8ha.LLfoe (616) 846-0582 ARTISTS/CRAFTSMAN Display your arts and crafts in a local business with fairly good traffic. Will be offered forsale on a consignment basis. If interested; call John at 616-243-1600. AH-NAB-AWEN PARK MURAL James Mccann, a local Native National Endowment for the American artist, designed and will Arts, Arts Commission of Reexecute amural in Ah-Nab-Awin gion Eight, West Michigan ParkalongtheGrand Riverunder Regional Planning Commisthe Inter-Urban Bridge. He will be sion, Kent County, City of Grand assisted by community restitution Rapids and the Grand Rapids youth from the Kent County Juve- Inter-Tribal Council. nile Court from June 4th through the 8th, 1990. This project will "The Grand Rapids Art Museum commemorate the achievements Director's Committee was encourof past, present and future Native aged and pleased with the dimenAmericans, serve to beautify the sion of the project which included park area, reduce graffiti, and youthful offenders in its creation" provide positive activities for Dennis L. Komac, Chair youthful offenders. James Art Memorial Director's CommitMccann is artist-in-residence for tee the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and has exhibited at the "The mural commemorating Native Americans at Ah-Nab-Awen Grand Rapids Arts Museum. Park is a positive gesture sensiThis project supported in part by tizing our community to a diverse Michigan Council for the Arts, population. The intent of involv- ing youth with the community service directives is also a positive move to better our community. n J. Wagner Wheeler, Executive Director Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council . "The design selected is a tribute to the significant Native American Heritage of Grand Rapids. This mural will enhance the beauty and the cultural and historical theme of this heavily used downtown park along the banks of the Grand River." Kurt Kimball, City Manager City of Grand Rapids �10. ART Red Cloud Indian School Indian Art Show Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770 Benefactors of American Indian Artists have provided more than $9000 in awards for this year's Red Cloud Indian Art Show, which opens June 10, 1990, at Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Now in its 22nd year, the Red Cloud show is open to all Native American artists - Indian, Eskimo & Aleut - 18 years or older. It is the nation's largest show of its kind, with artists of more than 30 different tribes represented. SMOWS ~ All art works entered must be for sale, and each year 40 percent or more of all works displayed are sold, Brother C.M. Simon, S.J., Director of the show, said. No entry fees are charged, and the show is admission free to the public, June 10th through August 12th. Artists wishing to enter their works can get entry forms and details by writing to the Heritage Center, Inc., Red Cloud Indian School, Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770. I.T.A.E. Inter Tribal Arts Experience '90 A Call to all Native American Artists - The Miami Valley Council for Native Americans of Dayton, Ohio, in cooperation with Blue Jacket Outdoor Drama of Xenia, Ohio will sponsorthe Inter Tribal Arts Experience on October 5th, 6th and 7th, 1990, in the East Exhibit Hall of Hara Arena, Dayton, Ohio. The juried Native American art show and market is the first of its kind east of the Mississippi. Information and preregistration applications may be obtained from Inter Tribal Arts Experience '90, P.O. Box 637, Dayton, Ohio 45401. Artists will be invited from across North America, representing the broad spectrum of tribal traditions found on Turtle Island. Qualified, Native American working artists must demonstrate their authenticity through their tribal affiliation and/ or government registration number. The opportunity to compete in 18 juried categories.for$11,800 in prize money will be afforded those artists accepted in the show and market. Preregistration forms are currently available upon request and should be returned by June 1, 1990. Artists wi II be notified of their acceptance into I.T.A.E. by July 1. Final artist instruction will be mailed after August 1 deadline for both fee payment. Artists' booths will cost $120 per 10'x10' space, with table, two chairs. Special Arts Experience Weekend hotel rates may be arranged at local accommodations. A list of hotels will accompany artists' information and application packets. Hara Arena is a major convention complex in the DaytonCincinnati-Columbus triangle. The site provides 20 acres of parking space, with the East Exhibit Hall encompassing 36,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space. Please address all artists inquires to 1.T.A.E. at the above address or call us on our Arts Hotline, 1513-275-9011. We look forward to all inquires concerning the premier of this annual event as a major Eastern market for Native American. �II. - · - · - - - -1~ -~-·-·· · - iiiiiiiiiiiiiii~==:;;;;; 1990 POW WOW TRAIL June 15-17 1ST ANNUAL HONOR FATHERS ON FATHERS DAY POW WOW Brimley, Ml; Bay Mills Indian Community; Specticle Lake; camping available; contact Don Abel 906/248-3208. June 15-17 ANNUAL OGLEWANAGI & CAMP WAPUSUN pow wow Wooster, Ohio; Camp Wapusun is located 12 miles south of Wooster, Ohio on State Route 3; traders welcome (swimming, fishing, showers, paddle boats, camp store). For more information contact Donna Seward 216/225-3416. June 15-17 9TH ANNUAL NATIONAL VIETNAM VETERANS pow wow Lame Deer, Montana; Kenneth Beartusk Memorial Grounds. June 16-17 LANSING POW WOW Sleepy Hollow State Park, North of Lansing, near St. Johns, Michigan (State Park entry fee per day);contact Lansing Indian Center at 517/487-5409. June 22-24 GATHERING OF THE CLANS' 14TH ANNUAL GREAT LAKES AREA POW WOW Wilson, Ml; Hannahville Indian Community, N14911 Hannahville B-1 Road; MC - Joe Migwanabe, host drum - Soldier Lake; all trader, camping inquires call 906-466-2342. June 28 thru July 1 SAULT STE. MARIE TRIBE OF CHIPPEWA INDIANS 8TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL POW WOW & SPIRITUAL CONFERENCE SAULT STE. MARIE, ML; 2218 Shunk Road vicinity/reservation; Spiritual Conference June 28-29; 6th Annual Anishnabe Art Show June 30; grand entries-Friday/June 29 at 7:00 pm, Saturday/June 30 at 1 :00 pm & 7:00 pm, Sunday/July 1 at 1 :OOpm; traders welcome - call 906-635-6530 (Indian made only, absolutely no manufactured goods); hone rarium for dancers and drums; camping accommodations; for more information con tact 906-635-6050 or 906-635-6064. June 29 thru July 1 17TH ANNUAL CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI POW WOW July 1 Shawnee, Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribal Ground; contact Orval Kirk 405-964-3585. July 6-8 18TH ANNUAL POW WOW & PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL Oneida, Wisconsin; drums & dance contest; Norbert Hill Center; contact 414869-1260. July 7-8 6TH ANNUAL HONORING OUR HERITAGE POW WOW Mt. Morris, Ml; Genesee Co. Fairgrounds, 6130 E. Mt. Morris Rd.; grand entry Sat. 2 pm & 7 pm, Sun. 2. pm; contact 313-.239-6621 or 313-233-0792. �12. July11-14 8TH NATIONAL POW WOW Tipton, Indiana; Tipton county 4-H Fairgrounds; for information contact: Registration Info-Alan & Betty Caldwell of Katy, Texas at 713-392-8300; Trader info-Steve Bruce, Rt. 3 Box 365, Richland, Missouri 65556; General Info-Joe Widner, 39 School St., Northboro, Massachusetts 01532. July 11-14 LAC COURTE OREILLE$ POW WOW Hayward, Wisconsin; contact Eddie Benton or Stoney Jackson at Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Council 715-634-8934. July 14 NATIVE AMERICAN FOOD SAMPLING FESTIVAL Manistique, Ml; Fry Bread, Traditional Soups; contact Beverly Louis 906-341-6688. July 21 BAY CITY POW WOW Bay City, Ml; Bay County Fairgrounds; contact Saginaw Valley Indian Association, P.O. Box 352, Bay City, Ml. 48707. July 27-29 12TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL POW WOW - KEWEENAW BAY INDIAN COMMUNITY Baraga, Ml; Ojibaw Campground; "Home of the Original Midnight Two-Step World Championship"; drum split, Indian traders/concessions only (pre-regist. required); contact Gloria 906-524-6534 evenings & weekends, Gerry 906-353-6623 days, or Chiz 906-353-6623 days. August 4-6 30TH ANNUAL WIKWEMIKONG INDIAN DA VS POW WOW Pow Wow Grounds, Wikwemikong Reserve, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada; contact Margie Trudeau 706-859-3695. August 4-5 UTILE ELK'S RETREAT Mt. Pleasant, Ml; Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribal campgrounds; contact 517-772-5700. August 18-19 8TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL'POW WOW Lebanon, Indiana; 1-65 North Exit 138, Boone County 4-H Grounds; for info write: American Indian Council, 1302 Victoria Drive, Lebanon, Indiana 46052-1060. September GRAND VALLEY AMERICAN INDIAN LODGE POW WOW Grand Rapids, Ml; Riverside Park; exact dates & info contact Ike Peters 616-791-4014. September 1-2 KEE-BOON-NEIN-KAA POW WOW South Bend, Indian; St. Patrick's Park; grand entry Sat. 12 pm & 6 pm, Sun. 1 pm; Greg Ballew 219-233-6518. September 1-3 16TH ANNUAL DELAWARE NATION POW WOW Moraviantown, Ontario, Canada; 80 miles East of Windsor off Highway 401 ; contest, traders; for information contact Mike Hopkins 313-721-4273. October 13-14 2ND ANNUAL POW WOW HONORING HERITAGE & EDUCATION Kalamazoo, Ml; Read Field House, Western Michigan University; for info. contact Julie D' Artagnan 616-349-5387 or Johnny Bradley 616-388-3382 . October 20-21 2ND ANNUAL TRADITIONAL POW WOW Milbury, Ohio; American Indian lntertribal Assoc. of Toledo; Sun -Recreation Center; contact 419-244-2787. �Accounting Computer Typing Math Science Cashiering Nurse's Aide Desk Top Publishing History Health Art G.E.D. Word Processing Oral Communications Data Processing Be COOL Go Back To School At Lexington Community Education 45 Lexington NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 771-2733 Registration Begins August 20, 1990 �l ·~ .. , Grind Rapids lnt1r-Trib1/ Council NON PROflT ORO. U. S. POST .AGE P A I D 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 Edward V. Gill is 2512 Union NE Grand Rapids MI 49505 PERMIT NO. 690 Gt.,.NO RAPIDS. MICH, � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merryweather, Fran (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/9bc55c506e8feacb729739876039497e.pdf 0861c49535d84df5994ceb423eae8a9c PDF Text Text ~ ( i VI IGrl :r ~T TURTLENAL AFFAJRT Xflc GRAND VALLEY .r - 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council March/April 1990 ~XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXJ ~····························~ Executive Director ......................... J. Wagner Wheeler Editor ............................................... Fran Merryweather GRITC Bogcd of DUectors: President ......................................... Mary Roberts Vice President ........................... Loretta Antoine Treasurer .................................... Roger Williams Secretary ... .................... ................. Genevieve Shirley Sgt. - At - Arms ............................ Vcx:x:rt Member ... ....................................... Theresa Pauley Member ............................ .. ............ Mari Dudley Member ........................... ............... Georgia Genia Member ............................ .. ............ Sydney Martin Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors Meetings are held every month, the second Tuesday of tha..month at 6:00 p.m .. at 45 Lexington N.W. Everyone is Welcome! "The earth does not beCcmq to man. M.an beCoriqs to the earth. AIL thi..riqs are connect.ed. L~ the bCood. whi..ch uni..tes one f amUy. M.an d.id. not weave the web of Ci..fe. He is mereCy a strand. i.n i..t. Whatever he does to the web, He does to hi..mseCf." Chief Sealth of the Duwamish Tribe Address Chgnge If you move and still want to receive your Turtle Talk, please send or call in your new address. Contact Loretta Yount at 774-8331. GRITC Staff Rqster Administration Wag Wheeler .......................... Executive Director Loretta Yount ......................... Executive Secretary Dennis Black..... ..................... Business Manager Chris Shomin .... .. ................... Accounting Clerk Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton ...................... ....... Coordinator LeonardO'Bannon .... ....... ....... Outpatient Counselor Fran Merryweather .............. Prevention/Support Bob Stone . ............................... Comm. Health Rep. Mental Health Services Be Seniors Program Kathy Polise ...... .. ...... ............. Coordinator JudyDodge .............................. CoseManager Denise Skorka .... .................... Receptionist Annielafontsee ...................... Volunteer Employment Program Faye Baker .. .. ......................... Coordinator Rita Blumke ........................... Secretary CoorieCody ................... ......... Job Developer CarmenCorby ........................ Clerk Annie Lafontsee ...................... Job Developer Michigan Indian Press Terry Bussey ...... .. .... ............. Part-time Coordinator Gert Austof .............. ............... Secretary Jeff Justin ................... .. ......... Coordinator KayleCrampton .... ........ ......... Illustrator Mary Stitt .............................. Consultant �PL£A.8A.NT R'.EA.D'LNCi INPIAN WEATHER FORECASTING New moon in cloudy weather means a bad month! New moon in clear weather means a cold month! When the star is close to the moon, it also means cold weather! When the stars come out ahead of the moon, it means a good winter! When a red sun rises, it's going to be stormy in the next few days! When the sun goes down red, that means it's going to be good tomorrow! When there is a ring around the sun, its going to be stormy in the next few days! Sun dog means cold weather! PEACE (by FM) I have been very angry! I have experienced the pain of injury to my person, myself, me! I am trying to deal with these feelings. The Drum I am the drum I represent the world There are many directions in this world and I have all those directions This Is the center I live here This is my heart All can feel it beat I never change I am shaped like the sun and the moon, and our mothe r earth I am the dr1Jm I am life I am the sound of life within you I am the sound of the world For when the world ends, I will only sound one last beat for you I will ask .......• Have you been bad? Have you been good? - You can only answer with a straight tongue because the Creator will be listening He hears all things .......He hears you The Creator told me I must look after my people So, my people...........do not abuse me I have raged and lashed out with ugly thoughts and words! I have cried til there were no more I am the drum I have spoken tears! forward! I have begun to hate myself more than the injury itself! I'm sure, but what next? I question myself over and over and finally accept what I must do! ...... somehow knowing, gives me peace ..... If a child lives with criticism ••• she learns to condemn If a child lives with hostility •.• he learns to fight If a chi d lives with ridicule .•. she learns to be shy If a child lives with shame •.. he learns to feel guilty If a child lives with tolerance ... she learns to be patient If a child !Ives with encouragement ... he learns confidence If a child lives with praise ... she learns to appreciate If a child lives with fairness ... he learns justice If a child lives with security ... she learns to have faith If a child lives with approval ... he learns to like himself If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, she learns to find love in the world. Humility is the characteristic thaJ separates confulentce from conceit! FAMOUS AMERICAN !NPIANS I feel frustration for I'm not moving All these feelings are a part of healing Children LEARN what they LIVE ' - Black Kettl Cheyenne ChlefJOMph Nez Pwce Crazy Hor• Sioux Geronimo ApadMt JOMph Brant Mohawk Manullto Navaho OKeola Samlnole Pontiac Ottawa Red Cloud Sioux Red Jacket Seneca Sanlanta Kiowa TecurMah Sha- Wovolui Palut. �3. April ~ BLu~ Anna Ch(ebuna ApriL nu.rte Lea-ureaux ApriLWesuw CharLene Abefla Chrw '.f'LemiYl-9 Curtis Knight '.Edna 1Genoshfh,e9 '.Edythe 8heb0»9(;i, C1eor9e '.Pumam. g Jounne Fox Jesse L, Boda JoeH~n John ~rt Duve 11afmU30na Josie Sams .Le.rri A.UJert Duwn Bush Crumpton Don Bowen Sr. 11ary Stone M..ichaeL CorbtJ 11aryuti 11,a,shR.,a, ntcR..y 1Gw9imu M..Lst~j Bowen '.Purn. smith Robe·rt chivts Robi./ri :Enstey Robi..n Korn Rosoi-nn M..oore Suncly WfwRler Stcinle.y Big Joe Susrci.n Wesuw _; HAPPY B'LR'H-LDA.y TO TH'ESE t'LAR.CH BAB'LE8 ! 'Tawas ttcCan.n. Ed G.iUi..s .A.mJie rt.eyers llsie RaphaeL .AL R.ecollet "Joy is the net of love by which you catch souls!" A SPECIAL THANK YOU \Ve would like to express our deep appreciation and thanks for your kindness, help and support during our great loss. It is difficult to thank each one individually, many of the cards and gifts did not include a return address. Again, thank you and may God bless each and everyone of you! We love you all! The Mashka Family �4. PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSI~~ TANCE Prescription drug assistance is now a:vailable to SENIOR CITIZENS for emergency situations. If you think you qualify, see Judy in room 3 (Mental Health Offic£') . Also inquire about tax rebates for prescription drngs. SUBSTl~NCE ABUSE SERV'ICES GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services provide services for clients and the community. We provide Screening, Assessment, Referrals and Follow-up. Also Outpatient Counseling and Prevention Services. If you would like any information on illegal drugs or alcohol, or our sc~rvices, contact Vicki or Fran at 774-8331. ,·[1·7_;0~.: ~ EMPLOYMENT & TRAIN,NG PROGRAM The GRITC Employment Pro~1ram has been in existence since 19H4. To you, our prospective Employee Participant, we offer a multi-1"ac13ted, efficient Program of Err.ployment Services. Our components are: • JTPA PROGBAM • Limited Wor~; Experi1ance • Summer Youth • Training • Job Listings • Job Referrals Potential candidates are screened to determine their eligibility. Candidates who qualify are then referred for assessment and testing to determine their employability skills and job readiness. GRITC offers a program of Pre-Empioyment Training in a classroom setting to enhance employability skills and job readiness. Candidates are then matched up with an Employer. *Recruitment starts for Summer Youth In May, call cannonat774-8331. ~ l/k"~ "1'(,j~,,, '1l U.R'LTC H.oolth & Human Services MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Mental Health is a state of mind. We all suffer from conflicts, stressors and things that cause us anxiety. At times in our lives, these things seem too overwhelming to handle on our own. An individual trained to work with individuals, families, and groups may assist us at just that time. Our services at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Mental Health are prepared to help you, and senior citizens. We provide: assessments :=~~~nagement counseling group therapy dance exercise If you would like further information on our services, contact our office at 774-8331. VOLUNTEERS WANTED GRITC is in the process of developing a.Volunteer Program. At this time we are encouraging individuals who may want to volunteer some time. Call Kathy at 774-8331. INTERSHIPS AVAILABLE Counselor - Bachelor level. Person will be able to do individual counseling, treatment planning, referrals and case follow-up. Casemanager - Associates/Bachelor degree level person. Person will be assigned cases. Involvement in treatment planning, referrals, and case follow-up. Call Kathy Pollse at 774-8331 for more Information. Both lndlvlduals and schools are encouraged to call. �5. FOR youR 'LNFOR:rLATWN SPIBITUAL CONFERENCE Michigan Tekakwith Conference June 29, 30, & July 1, 1990 Location: Villa Marquette North of Peshawbestoun Contact: Sr. Anne: (616) 782-5298 Fr. Andy: (616) 271-6651 or Chet Eagleman Sr.: (517) 335-9288 'LND'LdN JtWLE&Y Handera f ted £arrtn.qs By Bec~y 8ha.Ltfoe. (616) 846-0582 ONGOING (Change) Neshnewbe A.A. meets every Wednesday evening at 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. downstairs at Lexington School - 45 Lexington N.W. W~!XJ® 9 'rJ@U©~ ©IF /ff}{]~ @® .. ® [F[M] ©!JfJU@U[jf)Q.lfl. !P~©!P!l.~ 1111 New College of California National Indian Justice Center INDIAN JUSTICE SYSTEMS DEGREE PROGRAM New College of California is an independent, four year college with graduate and professional programs. New College of California is located in the heart of San Francisco. New College of California will launch a two year degree program which is unique to the academic environment. The program which will provide college traineo individuals for the courts of Indian country is presented in conjunction with the National Indian Justice Center. The students will receive information and skills which will allow them to participate actively in the improvement of tribal court systems. A two year Associate of Arts (AA) Degree program in Indian Justice Systems has recently been made available. This program will prepare students for employment in Indian tribal court systems as judges, advocates (Prosecutor, defender and/or civil advocate), court administrators, court clerks, social services personnel, law enforcement personnel, and other positions related to the administration of justice in Indian country. The curriculum is also designed for individuals currently employed in the field who desire to improve career opportunities. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Enrollment is limited. Interested persons should contact the Indian Justice Systems Degree program at (415) 863-4111 for an application and additional information. Completed applications must be received by June 15, 1990. Tune in to Bob Stone every Wednesday morning from 8 to 10. If you have any requests call him at 453-3711 or 774-8331 when he 's not at the station. "Good Intentions are thoughts looking for a goal" �6. What is M.S.H.D.A. (by Kathy Fagan of MSHDA) What is MSHDA? The Michigan State Housing Development Authority, or MSHDA for short, was established more than 20 years ago by the State Legislature to address the housing needs of low and moderate income families, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities. We do not use state tax dollars for loans or operating expenses, but instead sell bonds to private investors to raise capital. We then lend the bond proceeds to for-profit and and nonprofit developers of rental housing, to families who want to buy their own homes, and to landlords renovating rental property - much like a bank would lend money. All told , we have invested more than $2 billion in Mich igan housing. We also administer Federal housing programs, and we make grants to neighborhood groups and homeless shelters. We work on programs with the Department of Social Services, Mental Health, Treasury and Office of Services to the Aging. All of MSHDA's rental developments for older people are handicapper accessible in common areas and most have some apartments that are barrier-free. For homeowners, the authority offers affordable financing for home repairs and improvements, through its Home Improvement Credit Certificates Program. In the Home Improvement Program, MSHDA finances low-cost loans to homeowners whose · income is no greater than $36,500. Homeowners can borrow up to $15,000 and take up to 15 years to repay the loan. Since 1978 the Authority has invested nearly $89 million in loans to over 17,000 homeowners, a third of them persons over age 62. The Authority has two programs to help low and moderate income people buy homes, the Single Family program and the Michigan Mortgage Credit Certificate program. They are intended primarily for first-time homebuyers, but many areas of the state are exempt from this restriction. For more information on any of MSHDA's programs, you may contact the Office of Communications at MSHDA, 401 S. Washington Square, Lansing, Ml. 48933; (517) 335-2006. AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION 6051 ARLINGTON BOULEVARD FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA 22044 202-INDIANS FAX# (703)532-1921 Each year for the last four years, the American Indian Heritage Foundation has supporte•j Congress in declaring a "National American Indian Heritage Week". Having had four consecutive annual weeks has fulfilled the congressional requirement necessary to petition for a "National American Indian Heritage Month". We have now initiated a plan and the support of Congress to officially recognize the signing of a Bill - the month of November as National American Indian Heritage Month beginning with November, 1990, and each year thereafter. Through the years, there have been a number of days designated by different groups as "American Indian Day". However, there has not been a consistent effort to obtain formal national recognition for an annual commemorative honoring the American Indian. To help assure passage of this important bill, we invite a letter of support from each Tribal Council. Supporting this bill represents a unique opportunity for all tribes to make a significant contribution to this historical event! Successful passage assures the nation will, at long last, recognize America's School systems and the media native people and their contribugenerally focus interest on the tions and accomplishments in a American Indian during the formal manner. This will provide Thanksgiving tradition. Also, In- opportunities for Indian people to dian Summer generally culmi- correct inaccuracies and sterenates during November, and otypes and share their rich herimany powwows and other Indian tage and cultural diversity with all events occur during the month. Americans. �7. THE QUEST FOR A SPIRIT KEEPER ALCATRAZ PROJECT Louis & Arlyn Heusinkveld Visualize approaching the United States from the west, flying over San Francisco Bay. As you look out of your tiny window for the famous bridge you see another, more powerful sight. A giant tipi, over 300 feet tall, rises majestically from Alcatraz Island. A visible reminder of the heritage of the American Indian welcomes you to America. From your vantage point in the air, the structure is silent and dignified, a monument to a lifestyle of the past. A lifestyle which has vanished. emotions andthe urgency. The plan has changed many times since its inception, but the goal remains the same: to build a museum on Alcatraz Island to act as a focal point for the preservation of the Indian culture, and to accomplish this task while there are still elders to pass on the teachings of their youth. ...A9·~~:,::.... /J:~~ .. · ' ~~lJ1) 'C • If you could step onto the island itself you would see a much different picture. The huge tipi is actually a thriving museum of Indian culture and artifacts which is teaming with activity. Inside the museum each floor is filled with exhibits; all tribes of North America are represented. Tribal elders are seen teaching the languages, traditions and heritage of their youth to the youth of today. They pour out the contents of their hearts so that an accurate history of their time and way of life will exist after they are gone. They stress the ancient reverence for the land to their young pupils. Craftsmen demonstrate their skills for the enjoyment and education of museum visitors. Outside of the tipi are several Indian dwellings complete with Indian families living everyday life as their ancestors did, in pueblos, hogans and wikiups. The smell of pine and frybread fills the air, transporting you back to a simpler time. You have found the keeper of the spirit of the Indian people. It is a central meeting place for those who strive to keep the spirit alive, those who know that time is of the essence, that once the spirit is gone it cannot be retrieved or resurrected. Welcotne to the home of the spirit keeper. A rapidly growing group of individuals, both Indian and non-Indian, can already see this beacon on the west coast. The vision is clear to them, even though the construction of the ti pi is years in the future and the location is hundreds of miles from their base of operations in the Midwest. When these individuals meet to discuss their plans, the emotions behind this project often interfere with practical considerations. But it is the emotion which keeps the quest alive, the I .f" '' In their battle against time, progress has seemed painfully slow, but in reality much has been accomplished. Status as a non-profit organization is pending approval. Architects have a design for the structure and are working on the particular needs of the facility to deal with the salt air. Letters of support are coming in from all over the country as well as much needed donations. All Indian tribes have been contacted in order to solicit their support for the project. Politicians have responded favorably to the ideas presented by the delegation. An active campaign to raise funds for the project waits only for non-profit status. As support for this project builds, it is hoped that other delegations will be formed around the country. If you would like further information about this project please write to: Great Plains Delegation of the North American Indians for Alcatraz Project, Truman Ware, President, 750 W 46th North, Wichita, KS 67204 1 �8. The Board of Directors of Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Announces The Annual General Membership Meeting And Election of Officers PLACE: Westside Complex DATE: Monday, May 14, 1990 TIME: 6:00 p.m. Due to expiration of terms, four vacancies on the Board of Directors are to be filled at this election. Criteria for serving on the Board of Directors of Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Inc .. (the Council) according to the Council's by-laws, are as follows: Any member of the Council is eligible provided, however, that no more than one person in a family shall be a director at one time, nor can a member of the director's family be employed by the Council. Family is defined as spouses, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters, parents, step-parents, grand parents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and all in-laws. A written nomination form is available at the Director's office at the Council at 45 Lexington NW during regular business hours. Completed nomination forms must be received at that same office by the deadline of 5:00 p.m. April 16, 1990 Voting will be by secret ballot at the annual meeting. Submitted by the Nominating Committee Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. �-------======-~---= ~- ~ MELODY HARRIS - GOING PLACES!!! Melody Harris is currently enrolled at Lexington School. She will soon complete requirements for her high school diploma. In addition, Melody won a scholarship for Grand Rapids Junior College. Her educational goal is be an architect. . She has a 11 month old daughter and works part time in the office at Lexington School. She enjoys her job in the office. She likes working with people. Melody drew an eagle which will be on the cover of the Lexington Yearbook. Art students will use the eagle to silk screen t-shirts which the yearbook class will be selling. We are proud of Melody and wish her the very best in the future! GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY EDUCATION ADULT HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Thursday, May 31, 1990, 8:00 PM Fountain Street Church �Gr•nd R•pid1 lnt1r-Tri/J•I Council NON l'RCFIT O~G . U. 45 Lexington N.W .. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 ~. POS7'!.G[ r i:.. ?Er!.'. :1 • GRAND t :J :.. ~ ~ •. f:~:. , '.'C' ;.,; ,_,., --·- -··-·-- ' A United Way Agency Betty Libary Jones Grand Val1ey State College Allendale MI 49401 -·~ - d � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merryweather, Fran (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/93dd16484bb4d1eef8e381cf8eb96389.pdf 7a78be53dbc2cc6fb47d0acc20b64701 PDF Text Text TURTLE TALK 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 February I March 1990 A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council ····························~ tXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX~ Executive Director .. ... .. .. ................ . J. Wagner Wheeler Editor.. ..................... .. ......... .. .. ....... ... Fran Merryweather GR/TC Staff Roster Administration GR/TC Board of Directors: President .. .. .............. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .Mary Roberts Vice President ................ .. .. ............ Theresa Pouley Treasurer .... ...... ...... ........... ............ ... Carol Dutmers Secretary ..... ... .... ......... .... .......... ...... Genevieve Shirley Sgt.-At-Arms .. .......... ........ ............... Roger Williams Member Member Member Member ..... ... ... ..... ..................... ..... Loretta Antoine .... .............. .... ............ ........ Mari Dudley ....... .. .... ..... .. ........... .... .. .... .Georgia Genia .. .. ...................................... Sydney Martin Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors Meetings are held every month. the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p .m .. at 45 Lexington N.W. Everyone is Welcome! SAVE YOUR CASH REGISTER RECEIPTS!!! Once again. Eberhard Foods has reinstated the E.A.R.N . program due to customer request. The return for our Agency on these receipts is 1% of the total amount. so they really add up. Do not. however. turn in any receipts dated before February 11th. because they will not count. Also. we want you to continue as before to save your Meijer and D&W receipts. These are all of great benefit to our Agency. Address Change If you move and still want to receive your Turtle Talk, please send or call in your new address. Contact Loretta Yount or Fran Merryweather at 774-8331. Wag Wheeler .. .. ........ ...... ...... . Executive Director Loretta Yount ...... ........ .. ...... .. .. Adm in. Assistant Dennis Black....... ........ ............ Business Manager Chris Shomin .... ........ ...... .. .. .. . AccountingClerk Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton .. .......... .. ...... .. ....... Coordinator Leonard O'Bannon ...... .......... Outpatient Counselor Fran Merryweather .... .. ...... .. .. Prevention/ Adm in. Bob Stone ..... ........ .... .. ...... ...... Comm. Health Rep. Mental Health Services & Seniors Program Kathy Polise .... ...... .. .. ...... .. ....... Coordinator Judy Dodge ........ .................... Case Manager Denise Skorka ......................... Receptionist Annie Lafontsee .......... ........ .. . Volunteer · Employment Program Faye Baker ...... .. .. .... .... .. .. ...... .. Coordinator Rita Blumke .... .. ...... .. .......... ..... Secretary Connie Cady .... .. .................. .. Job Developer Carmen Corby .. .. ........ .. .... .. .. . Clerk Annie Lafontsee ............ .. ....... Part-Time Michigan Indian Press Terry Bussey ...... ...... ................. Part-time Coordinator Gert Aust of .............. ...... .... ... .. Secretary Jeff Justin ...... .. .. ...... ...... .......... Coordinator Kayle Crampton ........ ............ Illustrator Mary Stitt .............. .. ................ . Consultant �--PLEASANT READING~DID YOU HEAR HIM? EQUALITY by Charlene Bearcub by Tedi Wittstock from Native Heritage God said, "Let there be light," Did you hear him say, "Fight brothers fight?" God said, "I'll make a planet called Earth." Did you hear him say, "Dominate, Segregate, Hurt?" I am blind to the color of your skin. I am deaf to the way you speak. God said, "I'll make some different shades of man." Did he say, "Because of one's color he'll fear the word "Ban?" God said, "People, be as brothers." Did you hear him say, I want one color to dominate the others?" "I am saddened ... " That's what God said. TWO STEP by Linda Bessey We dance for our people and other people too. We dance for thanks to our grandfather and mother earth. We dance for ourselves and we are proud for being Indian. I wi 11 keep dancing I will learn from grandfather and mother earth Thank you too that ca 11 me to dance. �3. SEN1,01l8 2/2 2/2 2/3 2/3 2/3 2/5 2/ 10 2/ 11 2/ 11 2/ 16 RLchcuci Lewi,s yu.shefu;i Rciphcie[ Rebeccci ttcDonciCci Jcimi,e WLCson Wcincici RciphcieC Pciu.C Ru.eR-ert ](,ri,sty Shcincinciqu.et '.Ben Shciwci Wci9 WheeCer Ju.Ci,ci Lecireciu.x 3/ 1 3/2 3/4 3/4 3/6 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/9 2/ 16 2/ 17 2/ 17 2/26 2/26 2/27 2/27 2/28 'Eci (ii,[[i,s JLmmy Wesciw Amcincici :A..beCCci JonnLe ttcicR-ey A.n9L tteyers Tcimmy Leciu.reciu.x LLncici ShomLn Joe Shomer '.F. Jcimes Wesciw PLne Shomi,n LewLs AbeCCci Jr. Percy '.BLYci ](,c;ii,ne. ShomLn (iertru.cie ttciC9ren ShLrCey WL[son Jeremy SciwmLcRCeceCLci Sprci9u.e 3 / 11 3/ 12 3/ 13 3/18 3/ 19 3/21 3/23 3/27 3/29 3/30 'Lrene 'ECRArchi,e 'Evens 'ECCti HL9h Pcit 1GLn9 J cimes tteshh-ci Lu.ci,[[e ttcSciu.by Henry ttciciwLs ttciry SwLtzer A.u.thor Pete J u.[Lu.s Lew Ls 'E[si,e RciphcieC TLnci Scims Steve Wciu.h-cizoo Lcince Shi,r[ey Joe John '.Bret ShomLn Cherri, (ii,bbs Wcincici Wesciw DciLsy Sprci9u.e �MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES :ty·~ · ,..~~~~~-_,._- Health and Human Services c,1"e1nd Rap;c:/. $ Mental Health is a state of mind. We all suffer from conflicts, stessors and things that cause us anxiety. At times in our lives, these things seem too overwhelming to handle on our own. An individual trained to work with individuals, families, and groups may assist us at just that ti me. Our services at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Mental Heal th, are prepared to help you and senior citizens. We provide: assessments referrals casemanagement counseling group therapy dance exercise If you would like further information on our services, contact our office at 774-8331. VOLUNTEERS WANTED "Every human being is worthy of success, deserving of good things!" SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services provides services for clients and the community. We provide SARF, Screening, Assessment, Referrals and Follow-up. Also Outpatient Counse 1i ng and Prevention Services. If you would like any information on illegal drugs or alcohol, or our services, contact Vicki or Fran at 774-8331. "Information and education ;s the key to nghting th;s major problem." ·GRITC is in the process of developing a Volunteer Program. At this time we are encouraging individuals who may want to volunteer some ti me. Contact Kathy Poli se at 774-8331 for more information. INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE Counsel or - Bachelor leve 1. Person wi 11 be able to do i ndivi dual counseling, treatment planning, referrals and case fol low-up. Casemanager - Associate/Bachelor degree level . Person w i 11 be assigned cases. Involvement in treatment planning, referrals, and case f o11 ow-up. Call Kathy Po"lise at 774-8331 for more information. Both individuals and schoo 1s are encouraged to ca 11. �l(Jg:7<2)_pQ2P@bYQ_)Jf)<22JY<?2P~G· ALCOHOL AND WOMEN Alcohol is an addictive drug, legally available without a prescription, and the mnst widely abused drug in America. All alcoholic beverages are "hard". Five ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, and one and one half ounces of liquor all put the same amount of pure alcohol into the bloodstream. Physical Effects of Alcohol on Women: Short Term the body's ability to make the substance, an enzyme called alcohol dehydrogenase. While alcoholic men produce less than social drinkers, the difference was most dramatic in alcoholic women. They make virtually none. In alcoholic women, there is for all practical purposes no gastric protection anymore. Therefore, when an alcoholic woman drinks alcohol, she has the same blood level as when she is given that amount of alcohol intravenously. This may Alcohol depresses the central nervous system. It impairs coordination, reflexes, memory and judgment. In larger quantities, alcohol may produce staggering, slurred speech, double vision, sudden mood changes and unconsciousness. Women become more intoxicated than men on the same amount of alcohol even when they weight the same. This is because men have more muscle tissue which contains the fluid to dilute alcohol. Recent research studies have also found that women absorb about one-third more alcohol into their blood than men do. Men make higher amounts of a substance that breaks down alcohol in the stomach before it reaches the bloodstream. As a result, men feel fewer effects of alcohol, even when men and women the same size drink the same amount. Heavy drinking seems to hinder explain what is already knownthat women are much more susceptible than men to alcoholic liver disease., It is especially dangerous for a women to drink during her moon, a time of cleansing and heightened strength. Women tend to be more susceptible to the influence of alcohol just prior to or during this period. Alcohol inhibits the body's ability to use vitamins and calcium. Its habitual use can result in dull hair and skin and aggravated acne and dandruff. One glass of wine per day can result in an added 10 pounds of weight per year. Physical Effects of. Alcohol on Women: Long Term Heavy drinking can lead to ane·mia, serious dehydration from diarrhea, malnutrition, stomach irritation, and low resistance to disease. It can cause damage to the liver, heart and pancreas. Women develop cirrhosis of the liver at lower levels of alcohol consumption and after a shorter history of drinking than men do. More women die to cirrhosis at younger ages than men i do. Among Indian Women, one in every four deaths is caused by alcoholiccirrhosis. lnotherwords, 25% or one quarter of Native American Women die as the result of cirrhosis caused by alcohol use. Women who are heavy drinkers have more gynecological problems than other women. Habitual drinking in women is associated with infertility, miscarriage, and stillbirths, as well as fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol effects. In women, alcohol is strongly related to death due to: • liver disease • violence, including suicide and accidents �ALCOHOL AND WOMEN CONT'D • cancer of the breast, head and neck • circulatory disorders • diabetes Relationships and Alcohol Overall, women seem more vulnerable than men to the impact of heavy drinking among relatives. They are likely to drink the way their husband, father, close friend or sibling drinks. Women usually drink at honie, although younger women tend to drink more in public places than previous generations of women. Many women who have alcohol problems often experience feelings of depression and anger. While women tend to stay with problem-drinking husbands or boyfriends, a man is much more likely to leave an alcohol-abusing woman. Parents who drink heavily tend to have children who do . the same. How much is too much for women? longer it takes her body to be clear of alcohol. lttakesawomanweighing 120 pounds more than two and one-half hours to "burn up" one drink. Some women cannot drink alcohol without becoming dependent on it. Signs that a woman is in danger from alcohol may include: • drinking in a habitual pattern (every day or every week at the same time) • planning activities around drinking • drinking for relief of pain or stress • drinking more than she intends •drinking more to get the expected effects • being preoccupied with drinking • a marked personality change when drinking Participating in cultural heritage activities, work programs, recreational events, school, counseling, spiritual involvements , creative arts and/or other activities, can help us to strengthen our identity. Discovering ourselves can be an exciting challenge. We have much to contribute to our own lives, our families and our communities. Vicki Upton Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Counci I Substance Abuse Prevent ion Program What is there to do, besides drinking? Developing positive alternatives to experience and enjoy life can be accomplished in a variety of ways. All women, as individuals are unique and each has her own interests, talents and abilities. We are not always conscious of what our abilities are, what's more, what we want to do with ourselves. We all have potential of which we are probably unaware of. The less a woman weighs, the )~~4?cJ/4(rudcc) 0 -£\\ %% \ %%%\\\ii\ iiiSSSS \LL%% %4%\'%\i\ Si Si\%\% i \%\ \ i\S \ % \ �7. ANNOUNCEMENTS '.P-fD~N Jt_WL_tf3,_y _ i lu.nd.crciJtet:{ :tu.rrtngs By Becli,y ShciC.tf oe (616) 846-0582 -.J WEHB 89. 9 FM .. VOICE OF THE ORIGINAL PEOPLE M Tune in to Bob Stone every Wednesday morning from 8 to 10. If you have any requests cal 1him at 453-3711 or 774- 8331 when he is not at the station. MICHIGAN INDIAN PRESS Michigan Indian Press has a new address and phone number: 2437 S. Division Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507 (616) 245-8770 ARTISTS/CRAFTSMAN Display your arts and crafts in a local business with fairly good lrarric. Will be offered for sale on a consignment basis. If interested, call John at 616-243-1600. ONGOING Neshnewbe A.A. meets every Thursday evening at 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. downstairs at Lexington School - 45 Lexington N.W. Do not stnml ut my yruve Utitf weep. 'l urn not the.re., 'l uo not !;[evp. 'l um u thuusum1 w lnd!l thut f>(uw . 'l um the c1lumom1 yllnt on snow. . 'Lum the sun[U3ht on rlpened 9ruln. 'l urn tJie yentk uutu1nn ruin. Whim. you wuke in the tnornin9 hush, l um tJrn !lW ift, upliftilt9 ru!lh, uJ 4u.ie.t btrd!l in circ;Un9 J[U3ht. 'l um the. soJt !lturli.9ht ut t1-U3h t. 1Jo not stand ut 1ny yruve. untl weep. l u1n nut there. l t.lo not sl£ep. �ANNOUNCEMENTS (cont'd) KEVIN LOCKE NATIVE AMERICAN HOOP DANCER IHS Research Conference March 20-22, 1990 Tucson, Arizona Kevin Locke will appear March 2, 1990 at 7:30 p.m at the Dalton Recital Hall Center - Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. There will be a reception following the show. The IHS Research Program announces the Third Annual Research Conference to be held March 20 through 22 in Tucson. The program will feature presentations of completed research as well as workshops on research methods for beginning and intermediate researchers. Several sessions are planned to investigate the implications of recent research finds on current IHS clinical policy. There is no registration fee and continuing education credit will be offered for physicians, nurses and pharmacists. For further information, call or write Donna Pexa, IHS Research Coordinator, Office of Health Program Research and Development, 7900 South J Stock Road, Tucson, AZ 85746. (602) 6706310 or FTS 762-6310. ARTS & CRAFTS The 11th Annual John Ball Arts & Crafts Sale sponsored by the John Ball Park Community Association WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 1990- 1Oa.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: John Ball Park, near the Band Shell. Location is the corner of Valley & W. Fulton. NO INDOOR RAIN LOCATION FEE: $40 per artist, per space. Your entry fee will be NATIVE AMERICAN CRAFT CLASSES refunded if you ar not accepted. Make all checks payable to J.B.P.C.A. Spaces are 15 feet deep and Craft Classes with Anita Smith are held on the have 12 foot frontage. second Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Seniors Room of Lexington School, 45 Lexington N.W. Bring your own supplies (for DEADLINE: March 31, 1990 shawls, ribbon outfits, roaches, finger weaving, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CALL (616) beadwork, etc.) There's no charge for this class. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!! 451-3121. "An argunent is where two people are trying to get the last word in first!" �J . MARCH 17-18, 1990----------------------- 18th ANNUAL ANN ARBOR POW WOW: University of J;licli1gan Sports Colosseum on 5th Ave. & Ifill St., "Hocky Boy Singers" from Montana will he returning! For additional information contact Mike Dashner at (313) 763-9044. MARCH 24, 1990-------------------------- ABNAKI DANCERS SOCIAL: Akron, Ohio for more information contact: Maxine Studer at (419) 228-1097. MARCH 28, 1990-------------------------- ARTISTS DINNER: Warren, MI, contact Shirley Zapinski at (313) 751-4800, ext. 25 for additional information. MARCH 30, 1990------------------------~- MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS MEETING, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Muskegon, MI, public invited. MARCH 30-31, 1990----------------------- "ENHANCE YOUR FUTURE" Conference, Michigan State University, for those considering graduate work, particularily minorities, for further information contact: Carol Crawford or Barb O'Kelly at (517) 355-0300. MARCH 31-APRIL 1, 1990------------------ CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY POW WOW: Finch Field House, CMU, Corner of Preston &Franklin Sts., sponsored by A.I. Student Organization of CMU & Ojibway Culture Committee, for more information contact: Saginaw Chippewa Tribe at (517) 772-5700. APRIL 7-MAY 12, 1990-------------------- MICHIGAN FINE ARTS COMPETITION: Birmingham Bloomfield Art Assoc., 1516 S. Cranbrook Rd., Birmingham, MI. Awards: Best in Show, $2,000 sponsored by the Arts Foundation of MI, 2nd prize $750., Additional prizes totaling $1,250, competition will be selected in two stages. Juror will make initial screening from 35mm color slides. Artists whose work is accepted will be asked to submit accepted works for final jurying. It is understood accepted work will remain on exbitition at the BBAA until exhibit closes. For more info. contact BBAA at (313) 644-0866. APRIL 23-25, 1990----------------------~ 1st NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON TRANSITIONAL HOUSING: Cleveland, Oh10, Sheraton C1ty Center, fee $98":UO, reservation limited, special air rates available. For additional information contact Brigid Griffin, 1545 W. 25th St., Cleveland, Ohio. MAY 4, 1990---------------------------~- SPRING FEAST &ELECTIONS: Anishinabeak Kina Mom-Weh Center, 1219 First Ave. S., Escanaba, MI, ' 6 p.m., for more information contact the center at ( 906) 786-0556. MAY 15, 1990---------------------------- SMALL BUSINESS DAY 1 90: Amway Grand Plaza, Grand Rapids, Ml. For more information contact: (616) 451-9835. - �.allfli,iJll~III§ I Wanted To Show That Something Could Be Done And It Was! by James Petoskey Absent were the photographers, press and news media hype about the issue. At issue were the rights of an Anishnabe person, a human being, an Ottawa named John Crampton. In spite of having attended this public gathering for the past 5 years, without incident; this year John wouldn't be able to enjoy this particular festival because he wasn't of the same national origin in which the festival was being celebrated, or so he was told. Based on two peoples closeminded opinions or ignorance, he was called a "bum" and a "drunk". Neither of which were substantiated at the fest iva 1or during the Civi 1Rights Hearing. What sadly fol lows i sJohn's account of the ignorance of the U.S. Constitution and several 1aws that fai 1ed to erase prejudices. John arrived at the festival and was waiting for his nieces whom he was going to spend some time with. Other than having his coffeeinspectedforalcoholbytheentrance security, no one made notice of him as he walked around listening to the music and watching the dancers. John had decided to go up on the walkway which enabled him to view the festival and watch for his nieces. John was surprised when a security person stopped him and ordered him to leave the festival . Allegedly, because he wasn't of the national origin being celebrated. "I felt, why isthispersondoingthistomefor no reason at all?" John said. He has been wondering about this ever since. "You lose sleep because it's a haunting feeling you just can't get rid of." I even showed him the money in my pocket, about $45. "John said. "He told me, the only time I (the supervisor) have that kind of money is when I go to the blood bank. " "In all my life I 'v never had anything like this happen to me before and I was going to make sure it didn't happen again!" exc 1aimed John. So John with courage and persistence, sought help from the Grand Rapids InterTribal Counci 1 and later an attorney from Legal Aid and the Department of Civi 1Rights. We should a11 be proud of John's accomp1i shment. As a result of his persistence, the company must send al 1of its employees to a Civil Rights Training. John will also receive a letter of apology from the security company for the statements made to him. The company also must present to the Department of Civil Rights its policy concerning such incidents. In essence, John has made those involved responsible for their ignorance. John had to 1d his 1awyer during the pre 1iminari es, "They took all our land, I'm not going to let them take my rights too. I imagine alot of Indians across the United States have gone tt1rougt, this and didn't do anything about it. I wanted to show that something could be done and it was. " Asked if he would do it again, "Sure, I would do it I 00 times over i( I had to. " Throughout the ordeal John received many letters of support from family and friends and extends his gratitude to all who took the John refused to leave and rightly so. It ti me to care. wasn't a matter of his conduct, but of his being an "/ ndi an". After the guard went to Editors note: Due to the confidentiality of a civi l rights the names of the business and its employees have the security supervisor for assistance, John hearing, been deleted. The name of the festival was also deleted as it was cal led a "bum" and a "drunk" by the had no responsibility concerning the incident. supervisor. 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POST AGE PAID PERN.i l 1--iC: . :"70 • GRANO iU,P .D:, ,,',!CH A United Way Agency \..J .I > iv: I ,:. ••. J '•.' ~-· � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. Gillis Native American publication collection dealing with different aspects of human culture and anthropology, with an emphasis on Native American people, events, organizations, and activities in Michigan. Includes newsletters, event programs, flyers, posters and other printed materials. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merryweather, Fran (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/9a5e9d224d00e67b603264f66e9af71b.pdf fb40c0f9848d4c637acf07a877131339 PDF Text Text TURTLE TALK 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council January I February 1990 ~xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx~ ~···························~ Executive Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . J. Wagner Wheeler Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fran Merryweather GR/TC staff Roster GR/TC Boord of Directors: Administration Wag Wheeler. . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director Loretta Yount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Admin. Assistant Dennis Black. . . . . . . . . . . . ... Business Manager Chris Shomin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounting Clerk President .. ................... Mary Roberts Vice President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Betty Shelby Treasurer . .....................Carol Dutmers Secretary . .................... Genevieve Shirley Sgt.-At-Arms . ................. Roger Williams Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton................ Coordinator Leonard O'Bannon ......... Outpatient Counselor Fran Merryweather. . . . . . . . . Prevention/ Admin. Bob Stone ................. Comm. Health Rep. Member....................... Loretta Antoine Member....................... Mari Dudley Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Hart Member.......................Sydney Martin Mental Health Services Kathy Polise. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Judy Dodge ............... Denise Skorka . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Lafontsee........... Grand Rapids inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors Meetings are held every month. the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m .• at 45 Lexington N.W. Everyone Is Welcome! An Indian Prayer Hear me. fourquartersoftheworid-a relative I am! Give me the strength to walk the soft earth a relative to all that is. Give me the eyes to see and the strength to understand that I may be like you. With Your power. only can I face the winds. Great Spirit. all over the earth, the faces of living things are all alike. Look upon these faces of children without number that they may face the winds and walk the good road to the day of quiet. Coordinator Case Manager Receptionist Part-nme Seniors Program Louella Collins.............. Coordinator Employment Program Connie Cady ............... Job Developer Rita Blumke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Job Developer Carmen Corby ............. Clerk Faye Baker.................Job Developer Annie Lafontsee........... Part-nme Michigan Indian Press Jeff Justin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator Terry Bussey............... Part-time Coordinator Kayle Crampton. . . . . . . . . .. Illustrator Gert Austof................. Secretary Mary Stitt .................. Consultant �ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! • ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! • ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! "HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL THESE DECEMBER & JANUARY BABIES!" DECEMBER ---- 3rd Joseph Ra phal 10th Kath .l een Floyd 19th Matthew Boyer 3rd Billy Schrubbe I I th Sarah Andrews 2 Is t 4th Tracy Wesaw I I th Dave Russell 22nd Trisha Genia 5th Harvy Anderson 11th Joshua Shomin 22nd Carrie Martinez 5th Jeremy Merryweather 13th Edmund Pigeon 26th John Bennett 8th Christina Shomin 13th Richard Raphael 30th James Mataxagay 9th Robin High 15th Robin Raphael 30th Jerry King Nelxine (Blye ) Francis JANUARY Is t Ruben Chivis 8th Robert Parkey 1st Rosemary "Judson" Johnson I Ith George Shagonaby 21st Susan Lewis 3rd Harry Judson I Ith Sylvia Swanson 21st Bi 11 Memberto 3rd Emily Elizabeth Kahgegab 12th Betty Mark 2 Is t Phil Memberto 4th Joe King 16th Carmen Corby 25th Joey John 6th Gary Sheahan 16th Virginia Herr 29th Rhonda Davis 7th Paula King 17th Susan Smith 29th Sara Shomin ARTISTS/CRAFTSMAN Display your arts and crafts in a local business with fairly good traffic. Will be offered for sale on a consign ment basis. If interested, call John at 616-243-1600 MICHIGAN INDIAN PRESS Michigan Indian Press has a new address and phone number: 2437 S. Division Grand Rapids, MI. 49507 (616) 245-8770 CULTURAL GATHERING COMMITTEE The Cultural Gathering Committee was awarded a mini grant by the Prevention Network, Michigan coalition to improve and expand community substance abuse prevention efforts. This group is among hundreds of community groups in Michigan working in various ways to prevent substance abuse in their communities. Prevention network serves community prevention with a number of resources; a monthly newsletter, technical assistance, a resource center, regional trainings and workshops, and a mini grant program which annually awards $25,000 in amounts up to $500. Congratulations to the Cultural Gathering Committee on their $500 mini grant. �"PLEASANT READING" (by lliarlene) "Listen" (by Linda Bessey) Lexington School is where people who dropped out years ago, months or just recently, go. Lots of people want to graduate so they enroll here to get their diploma. The ages vary. Like for instance, my name is Charlene and I am 17 years old. I enrolled here at the age of 16. I have two children and Lexington school helped me come back by providing me with day care. When I first enrolled I missed alot of school because I didn't like it very much, but now I'm trying to get my life back on track. So I've decided to come back and earn what should be mine. A diploma with my name on it. And have everyone be very proud of what I •. accomplished! If I can accomplish //: that then I can accomplish anything _.(····· · I set my mind to. I made my grandfather cry for they cried for me I am ashamed for that I can hear them calling me but I turn away from them I hear the wolf howling in the woods for me but I ran away from the wolf too but now I hear nothing from them right now I feel them all around me I stand still tonight, to learn from them "Mother" (by Brandi Jae Shanin) When my mother hugs me, I feel like a child again Her loving and tender hugs are there in my time of need She's there to listen and help me through my life (by lbnna SchramY:!l) • ., •. At times I tend to forget why she's really there for me. My brother, my sister I hold out my hand Take it. ('. ) I know all I say is, I want, can I have, but that's me and I'll never change Those times are when I really need and want your hugs Some people dislike my mother but she's my mother Let it be your help. I can see the stone in your path. The pathway is strewn with thistles, I know. For I have walked that way too. My brother, my sister I hold out my hand. Take it. Let it be your help. She'd never going to change We both walk the path I love my mother that way And now we are not alone. I never want her to forget that I'm here to, Mom ... I love you ''Your imagination is your launching pad. Blast off to new goals and new achiev~nts through dreans and wishes. 11 If you would like to have your writings published, send them to GRITC c/o Fran~ �ff¥¥¥¥¥¥-¥-. Health and Human Services Rap;c/$ ACTIVITIES UPDATE Veterans Potluck - The Veterans Potluck was held on November I Ith at the Westside Complex in honor of all veterans. The food was great, everyone brought their best dishes to pass. A special thanks goes out , to Frank Bush for participating as our Head Veteran Dancer. Cultural Gathering - The Cultural Gathering was held December 2nd at the Westside Complex. Another sucessful gathering was pulled off. The host drum "Shingoosase" did their usual fine job of singing. There were many traders selling their wares and lots of fry bread .. Reverend Sprague's Church sold some heavenly deserts. A special thanks goes out to the C.G. Committee for a job well done. Also to George and Sid Martin who celebrated their anniversary and Georges birthday. ONGOING ''Keep your self-image clean and bright. It is the windoo through which you see the world." Neshnewbe A.A. meexs every Thursday evening at 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. downstairs at Lexington School - ~5 Lexington NW. WEBB 89.9 FM Our radio station WEHB, Voice of the Original People, has accrued quite a few fans since the hours changed to Wednesday mornings from 8 to JO a.m. last spring. Keep those requests coming in. The phone number is 453-3711. Our own Bob Stone is the DJ and if you have an event or even a birthday announcement, give him a call at 774-8331 in the office when he's not at the radio station. SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services prdvides services for clients and the community. We provide SARF, Screening, and Assessment, Referrals Follow-up. Also Outpatient Counseling and Prevention Services. If you would like any information on illegal drugs or alcohol, or our services, contact Vicki or Fran at 774-8331. SENIORS MENU FOR FEBRUARY (served on Tuesdays &1hursdays) 1/1 - Baked Beans & llot Dogs, Oiips 1/6 - Jloiled Dinner, Roll.s, rearhes & r.ottage a,eese 1/8 - Indian Steak, Potatoes, Carrols & Bread 1/13 - Spaghetti, Garlic Jlreoo, Snloo 1/15 - 01ili, f,om Bread, Fruit 1/20 - Goulash, Green Beans, lk<'ad, & Applesauce 1/22 - Iutluck, Birthday Cake 1/27 - Harburger Soup, QJick Bread; 'f-11......__r._.: .. Information and Education is the key to fighting this major problem. �.,, -!1~=- -'-V~i~c~t~o_r_1_·_a_U_p,.:._t_o_n~,_ G __R_I_l_'C_ S _ u_ b_s_t_a_n_c_e_ A_b_u_s_e___P_r_e_v_e_n_t_i_o_n_ a_n_d_ T_r_e_a_t_m_e_.n_t_ _ ~ Alcoholism has touched rrost of our lives. We may have had parents vlho were alcoholic. We may have helplessly seen our sister die of cirrhosis or our Uncle waste a,,ay, over time. We may have had a friend killed in an alcohol-related accident. We may have children vlho are caught rn the cycle of alcoholism. We may suffer fran alcoholism, ourselves. We knw that alcoholism destroys fanilies, careers, educations and lives. What is it that causes a father to continue to drink, tmable to provide for his fclllily? What causes a pregnant rrother to drink despite the danage she may do to her unborn child? Hoo can a parent p.it alcohol ahead of the welfare of a child or children? Why v,:ould anyone p.it alcohol ahead of their &rt safety, health, values, principles and beliefs? We all inherit our body chemistry fran our parents, a body chemistry that they inherited fran their parents, and so on. The body chemistry of people vlho becare alcoholic is different in sare ways, than people vlho don't becare alcoholic. The way that alcohol is processed in the body of alcoholics is different in three major ways: Alcoholics produce a rruch higher level of a :substance called acetaldehyde, than other people. This substance is very p:,isonous and causes danage to organs. It is vlhat causes the nausea, headache, rapid heartbeat, hangover and mental confusion associated with drinking. When a person drinks rrore than their body can expell, the acetaldehyde builds up and gets into the bloodstream and to the brain. (1) What is the cause of alcoholism? Alcohol is the 111.IIDer one addictive drug in this country. Alcohol is also a toxic substance and is a p:,ison to our body. Once alcohol is injested into our body, it m.ist go through a process of chemical changes in order to neutralize and expell it fran our body systan. This process is knwn as iretabol:ism. The way our body resp:,nds to alcohol depends largely on how we iretabolize it. (2) Alcoholics produce a high level of a substance called ''TIQ" in their brain. This substance is highly addictive and is very similar to heroin. When the brain is affected by this chemical, it feels as if it had just received heroin, and it wants rrore. This results in the alcoholic experiencing a strong urge or craving for rrore alcohol. (3) Alcoholics have a liver enzyme abnonnalities that inhibit the ability of the liver to process alcohol nonnally. This results in an alternate way that the alcoholic converts alcohol. This difference changes alcohol into acetaldehyde faster and rrore efficently (however, it does not allow the individual the ability to eliminate this chemical fran the body any faster. Thus, the toxic chemical levels increase). Since the alcohol is converted quickly, alcoholics tend to, have a higher tolerance for · alcohol than other people. (however, once alcohol danages organs in the body, such as the liver, this tolerance decreases). These differences in body chemistry are inherited and are within us, whether we drink or not. We are born with than. These differences probably served as "advantages" in our ability to quickly neutralize toxic substances and may have enhanced oor ability to cope with adverse situations. l:b.ever, rn the presence of alcohol, these "advantages" are our tmdoing. These differences in the way alcohol is tretabolized is a part of our &rt physical makeup. It is genetic and we inherit it, as we do our bone structure, dimples, eye color, or blood type. This condition is not created by drinking, but can and does lead to alcoholism. (cont. next page) •~+ . ¥¥+,. Health and Human Servic•s �TI1ose of us with this corxlition do not necessarily drink everyday. Sare drink in binges, sare drink once a uonth, or less. Many of us stopped using alcohol long ago and ~ of us have never drank at all. But even those who never drink can pass this corxlition on to their children or grarxlchildren. Many of us do not recognize this condition until there has been Ullch suffering, sacrifices and pain. The sings of prolonged drinking are obvious. fur concern nust also extend to the silent, subtle signs of early drinking. These signs include: • A higher than nonnal tolerance for alcohol (may be noticed fran the very first tirre one uses). The person is able to ''handle" n:ore . alcohol than what would be expected as ronnal. Since he or she can ''hold their liquor", it appears that the drinker is least likely to be a "problem drinker". Fran the onset of the disease, throughout it's course, many alcoholics drink "just to feel ronnal". People who have this condition and drink, may experience a "need" to drink, whether it be daily, weekly, nonthly or whenever (ironically, they might be the first to say "I don't need to drink ... I can stop whenever I want to"). Alcoholics have a nultitude of excuses,, rationals and reasons. These range fran "I'm not an alcoholic, I go to work everyday, I drink because I'm depressed, I drink because I'm happy, I only drink on special occasions" and so on. itself disease protects through denial, disguise and delusion. The .... ... ·.ilt,:.'\;f/"' ... · · ";. , ,. ....,..... ••.•' . . • A great sense of euµ10ria or pleasure when under the influence of alcohol. Many alcoholics experience this as a phase just short of passing out (or blacking out) and have a strong urge to ranain at or return to this phase. • A strong urge or craving for continuing to use alcohol, per drinking episode. This craving can occur at any t:ure, but is intensified once alcohol is introduced into the body. A person who has this condition, may drink until he or she passes out, even though it may be the very first t:ure she or he uses. The symptans of this condition, in the early stages are subtle, are recognizable. yet they Alcoholics don't like the feeling of helplessness. They don't enjoy feeling ashaied and afraid. Nor do they like the blackouts, nausea, ·headaches, stanach pains, D. T. 's, or feeling out of control. They don't enjoy neglecting their · children, destroying relationships, lying or trying to quit over and over again. These adverse situations are the effects of the disease. In the United States, seventeen million people suffer fran alcoholism. Four arxl a half million of these people are teenagers. Alcohol accounts for: • 40% of all suicides • 55% of all autaoobile fatalities • 60% of all child abuse • 65% of all drownings • 85% of all hane violence Alcoholism is the ruii>er one health concern in the Native Atrerican Carmmity. It can result in or serve as a catalyst for many other diseases such as heart disease, certain types of cancers, diabetes, mental illness and suicide. No one ''becanes alcoholic because of lonliness, stress, unanploytrent, ~rries, boredan, not enough noney or too nuch m:mey or any other external circunstance or personality characteristic; These factors may serve to "fuel" alcoholism, but they don't cause it. Alcoholism is due to a biologi'cal condition which is passed on fran generation to generation. It is not good, nor bad, it is simply a condition. The warning signs include a higher than ronnal tolerance for alcohol, a craving or urge to use and a great sense of pleasure or peace when one is under the influence. These factors are due to the way our body iretabolizes alcohol and the overall chemical reaction that occurs within our ™11 biology. If one or both of our. parents are alcoholic, or if their parents were, there is a probability that we might inherit this condition. •~+Y¥fJ''!!i'.., Health °"d Human Services �r¥¥¥T'¥ and Human Services ,1 Rap;ti.$ 7 MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Mental Health is a state of mind. We all suffer from conflicts, stressors and things that cause us anxiety. At times in our lives, these things seem to overwhelming t 0 handle on our own, an individual trained to work with individuals, families, and groups may assist us at just that time. Our services at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Mental Health are prepared to help you, 1n helping yourself. We work with individuals of all ages; ren, adults ·, and senior citizens. We provide: child- assessments referrals casernanagement counseling group therapy dance · exercise If you would like further information on our services, contact Denise at 774-8331. VOLUNTEER WANTED Clerical Assistant - for GRITC Mental Health Service Program. Flexible hours. Duties include: general typing, filing and copying. Contact Kathy at 774-8331 for more information. INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE Person will be able to do individual Counselor - Bachelor level. counseling, treatment planning, referrals and case follow-up. Casemanager - Associates/Bachelor degree level person. be assigned cases. Involvement in treatment planning, and case follow-up Person will referrals, Activity Planner - Associates/Bachelor degree level person. will be able to plan craft activities for senior citizens. Person Recreation/Health Ed.ucator - Associate/Bachelor degree level person. Individual to prepare and implement classes that will provide some type of recreational activity and or physical health awareness, to all age levels. Call Kathy Polise at 774-8331 for more information. and schools are encourage to call. Both individuals The Mental Health office at GRITC is presently providing services for our Seniors Program. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call Kathy or Denise at 774-8331. ��James HcCann (Ottawa) Painter and Graphic Artist James' work is noted for its precision. The inter-relationship of shapes, symbol and lines within his work is outstanding. James has shown at the Grand Rapids A.rt Museum and is represented at area galleries. Ue now has a print entitled "Three Drummers" on sale through the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and Title V offices. is $10.00. A percentage of Each print the proceeds will be donated to the Title V program. Please include $2.00 shipping and l1andling on individual orders. There is a 25% discount on five or more pictures ordered at one time. The artist will then take care of shipping and handling. (A copy of this print is on the precceding page) Hake checks payable to the artist and send to: Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council c/o Fran Merryweather 45 Lexington N.W. Grand Rapids, HI. 49504 (616) 774-8331 Title V rrogrnm c/o Janet Shomin 615 Turner N.W. Grand Rapids, HI. (616) ,,56-4226 49504 "GRAPHITE PORTRAITS" Orders are still being taken for graphite portraits. You will need a photograph with a reasonable amount of detail so that I may capture the image you desire. Each picture is done on standard paper ( 18" x 21,"). is $40.00 or 2 for $60.00. Cost Call 774-8331. �"Ue honest and Jou'L lo How honest are you? at the Analysis section Wt1en dealing witt1 ot11ers. clo you hit t11em witll the nal<ecl trutt1-or do you pull your punches? Answer our questions anc1 find out first." by Katherine Morrow jl~::jiU:',·(.~:.~·:~·... ::L :_ PARTI ~!,Y,~-''A~ 06.~ qyJi rii'lll~t;:;ir:~t:I;ltf,.,J'( l;;,, ·: ANALYSIS.:; . . ,, . :., ·.\•' ..;~:t ·~t;t ••i(·.1: ; .• : ; .• •• 4:;t/fi;t .f...J: ~~ 39 i:tolnts ,::')ht~·.: \'. ' Falsehoods Iii you like a glove. .'fup'io rJ a. "II you're co111lo1lable, lhul's what cou11ls." [") b. " Ahsolulely abominably. Try a lank slyle inslead." [l c. "Great!" · .. Since you have no problem lell· ' Ing llllle. while llos (and big dark . ones as·well), your honesty quo..Uenl .· Is·. almost non-existent. Ralher lhan lace lhe lrulh In olh· i'. ers as well as yourself, you lend tto live : In a· lanlasy world. Al':1 though we all like lo weanose!. colored glasses, it's belier to see 1. r,ealily so you can act on II. II you , ·: continue: lo deceive, · you'll no ; longer· ' recognize · the lrulh. even when ii hits you'ln ltie lace! '• '. Recite an affirmation about truth ·.: .10 yourself each day.' Hpnesly usually,/s lhe best policy; even ::.,though II .may riot ~l~~y.s1 1~aslesl.lo.carry out.·, 1...1,. ::-;• .1-~•. ,.:.i: ,. 0 ' 1. The checkout clerk al lhe supermarket gives you loo much change. A 10-ctollar I.JIii, to he exact. You: a. I land ii back wilhoul missing a beat. [l b. Beal ii oul ol lhere before she can discover her eraor. f] c. Beal yourself over the head, bul give back the bread. 3. When filling oul your federal Income-tax returns, you declare: [l a. Many more deductions than you're entilled lo. O b. A lair eslimale ol your deducllons lor lhe year. (Well, maybe you !Lidge a tiny bil.) (] c. A lolally accurate appraisal ol your deductions. 1. Your boss wants your opinion on his latest pet project. Personally, you lhl11k II stinks. You tell him: r1 a. You need more lime to think about ii, then avoid the subject. ['] b. ll's brilliant. c. I le really came lip with a loser llus lime. n 5. While checking tu111atoos fur rlp,moss, you squeeze one a llllle too hard--nnd squoosh II. You: n a. Buy the damaged lomalo without dulay. fl b. Ouy tho tomalo - or what'!. la ·II nl ii hul !: "·f''·-'H ow··. ., 1onesf• .'' ~'.\·.!,\,:. } ..··~· \,i... I. Your best buddy's bottom Is beginning lo broaden. When she asks how you think her new super-brief bikini lits, you say : n -·~_:'··:~'.-.' ask lor a discount. Check over your shoulder and then bury ii · under llae other lornaloes in the bin. O c. 6. Aller another rather boring session In the bedroom, your lover asks you how he 's doing. You loll him: O a. He's about' as sexy as a slolh . [) b. He has great polenlial, bul you both need more practice. . [] c. He has lhe technique of Don Juan. J. If you were a crossword fan and had only one unsolved clue left in the puzzle, what would you do? fl a. Check Iha dictionary. i-1 b. Fill in any old word just as long as II lits in lite space .. f. I c. Figure you did a prelly good job and just loavo ii blank. 8. You desperately wanl to cancel a dale with your old high-s chool . sweetheart, so you: r I a. Call him and say you have a highly conla9io11s Jiu that may last a long 111110 . f'l b. Confess you got over him il docade ago. 1· 1 c. Swallow your anisoivhHJS and !JO c1lono lor ol d hnu ,'!; !;nlm. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ~ lilllfl[[( lIB ~.~l~t1~ ·:r,···~ I • I believe thal once you first decpive, a tangled web you weave. , Agree O pisagree 0 1. A truly healthy relalionship-wilh either a friend or lover- ls built on a solid loundalion ol honesty, lrusl and lite al.Jtlily lo lor9ivo. ... Agree I J Disagree I I .J~t ~~Y'?~ .~/II ~e a~~~~f/tt !,:· 3. n·s extremely lr11porlunt for cl 1ildrc11 lo learn dud unde,sland at a very early aqe the dilfeaence between lrialh and lies. A!]aee .-·1Dbagreo ii n s. "Tell it lil<e it isl" is a I can stand by. · Auree I ·1Disagree I I A;ld scores from Purls I and II 1110110 1 ;!:Essenllally,;"',you re: an honesl 1 : person'who Is comfortable being ;open°i; 1a,nd above-board.a' How~ . :ever, yo,!/ de.lesl hurling .others'. i !leel!ngs;J so ;you ollen : te_U llllle ,1111.Js ,lo prolecl;;them /ro!'1, embar: ,.rassment \or 1;pain: . .11 s ,. under•:slandable 110 ishield ·those• you i; care about from hurllul feelings, :'.";but,when. lhey ask for your hon; est orlnlon, :you really ought .to .; glve;t . Aller all, they're coming to ' :you . for)'advlce.: You may· think ; lhat;telllng the lrulh will destroy .:i'your friendships, bul don't worry. \; Everyone kn(!WS whal a kl()~ and •·:gentle { heart : you have.:r,Your Give yourself 3 points for euch of the lullowlng statements with which you ugreo. 'I. I hclievc lhal all ul lhe paivalc as well as lhey11bUc aspcds of eve,y pohllc1an s tile should bo ope11 lo p11bl1c scr111iny. · A!Jwe f I Disag,~o i1,;--:;:;.'·:t '··: .·fr.,!,~··.: ·'. 1j·1··~~,:·~"".··'i~. ~-i. _:f40 to55 ~olnt~ )' !:~;:?t·~·~i\'.l:·i PART II ,: 56 Points or More •.:.·:,l ·.':' ! · A person ol high standards and elhlcs, you rarely, II ever, tell a lie. Because of your strong con' science and virtue, It's important : lo you thal lhe whole truth be known:· . It's absolutely lmpossl·. blo (or you lo be corrupled since ; you·always slick lo th~ strlclest ,i loller of the .law. You re highly ·prlnclpl~d and · always as good ,: as your,word.:ll's commendable ; Iha ;ymir·honesty quollenl Is so :::hlg!l,' but b.e·ciirelul. ·Somellmes ·,· you;"can · be.:_. over-scrupulous ( abciul laying ii on lhe llne and you ·,,may'. hi.111' people's leellng~ un1.·necessHril{ I.earn to add a HIiie Incl lo lho lrulh and your codo ol ' honor will rc11111h1 slo1ll11g. ,.,·, ·.. : ,;; ---····-------··---- - - -- - - : j ." !! "'! ~0 ;;. C E ' i �YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND A IADVE AMEIICAII aTUUL BATIEI• TO BE HELD AT THE IE8T IDE &IIIUX 115 BTRAIORT. l W, BRAND RAPIDl tlCIIIOAN ON BA.AY. FEBIIAIIY 24TH t• llL UH lit t• SPONSORED BY THE CULTURAL GATHERING COMMITTEE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT FRAN OR VICKI AT THE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL AT 774-8331 TRADERS, PLEASE PRE-REGISTER AND AS ALWAYS, NO ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS ALLOWED TRAlllllAL MIIIC. DANct•. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merryweather, Fran (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5a1f890a8795bd754b042106066893ba.pdf d1b6dc115507e1a2b557d829da0dcf29 PDF Text Text GR.~ND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRN"'Y R.::G;CNAL AFFAIRS RESOU RCES COLLEGTIGiJ TURTLE TALK 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council November I December 1989 ~X%%%%%%%X%%%%%X%X%%%X%%%X%X%%%%%X%%%%%%%X%%X~ ~····························~ Executive Director. ..... ... .. .. J. Wagner Wheeler Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fran Merryweather GR/TC Board of Directors: President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary Roberts Vice President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Betty Shelby Treasurer. . .... . . . . ... . .. ...... Carol Dutmers Secretary. .... . ... . .. . .. ... . .. Genevieve Shirley Sgt.-At-Arms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Roger Williams Member. .. . ... . . . . . .......... .Loretta Antoine Member.. .. . ........ . ... . .. .. .Mari Dudley Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Hart Member. . .... . .. . ... . ..... . . .. Sydney Martin Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors Meetings are held every month, the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m., at 45 Lexington N.W. Everyone is.Welcome/ Keep your D & W and Meijers Cash Register Tapes coming in. In case you haven't heard yet, Eberhard tapes have been d iscontinued. If you have tapes saved up but don't have time to bring them in, CALL Chris at 774-8331. Thanks for your support ! GR/TC Staff Roster Administration Wag Wheeler. . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director Loretta Yount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Admin. Assistant Dennis Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Business Manager Chris Shomin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounting Clerk Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton......... .... . . . Coordinator Leonard O'Bannon . ....... . Outpatient Counselor Fran Merryweather. . . . . . . . . Prevention/ Ad min. Bob Stone . .. . ... . . .. . . .... Comm. Health Rep. Mental Health Services Kathy Polise ... . . ... . .... . . Judy Dodge . . . .... . .. .. .. . Denise Skorka . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Lafontsee ........... Coordinator Case Manager Receptionist Part-Time Seniors Program Louella Collins ......... . . . . . Coordinator Employment Program Connie Cady ..... . .. . ...... Job Developer Rita Blumke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Job Developer Carmen Corby . ... . ... . . . .. Clerk Faye Baker... . . ..... ... . . .. Job Developer Annie Lafontsee ... . ... .. . . Part-Time Michigan Indian Press Jeff Justin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator Terry Bussey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Part-time Coordinator Kayle Crampton. . . . . . . . . . . Illustrator Gert Austof . ..... ..... .. . . .. Secretary Mary Stitt . . ..... .... . .... . . Consultant Address Change If you move and still want to receive your Turtle Talk , please send or call in your new address. Contact Loretta Yount or Fran Merryweather at 774-8331 . Happy Thanksgiving! ��,(/~~-~~ ACTIVITIES UPDATE / -'Ith and Human / : SE rvices Halloween Dance - The Halloween Dance was held on October 27th at Westside Complex. Over 200 ghosts and goblins in all sizes and shapes attended our non-alcohol Halloween Party. They danced the night away to the music of the "Sweet Grass" band. A special treat for the little goblins was a performance by "UGY", a local rap group. There was plenty of treats for the kids and refreshments for all. Thanks Again! to the Community for supporting the Substance Abuse Prevention Program with your participation. 0 1' 0 nd Rapjtls ' ~~ ' , \ .... ~. ~ ~,~ . Open House - We apologize for this announcement. The Open House was postphoned. A new date has not been set yet. UPCOMING EVENTS Neshnewbe A.A. Potluck - On November 30th at 5:00 p.m. at Lexington School, 45 Lexington N. W. Downstairs on the northwest side of the school EVERYONE IS WELCOME! MENTAL HEALTH UPDATE SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES Exercise/Dance Class GRITC Substance Abuse Prevent ion and Treatment Services provides services for clients and the community. Judy Dodge's Exercise/Dance Class has been cancelled due to the lack of participants. If you are still interested, and can get some friends together, ·a pproximately 10 people are needed, give Judy a call at 774-8331. Service Update The Mental Health Program is able to set up appointments for counseling within two weeks, from your initial call to our office. If you would like to contact us, please call 774-8331, ask for Denise. We provide SARF, Screening, Assessment, Referrals and Follow-up. Also Outpatient Counseling and Prevention Services. If you would like any information on drugs or alcohol, or our services, contact Fran or Vicki at 774-8331. SERVICES AVAILABLE - Casemanagement Counseling Nutrition a l Assessment Groups Dan c e Exercise (10 or more people) "It is always darkest just before the day dawneth." �ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! ANNOUNCEMENTS!!! Artists/Craftsman "Graphite Portraits" Display your arts and crafts in a local business with fairly good traffic. Will be offered for sale on a consignment basis. If interested, call John at 616-243-1600. by James Mc Cann Orders will be taken from November 20th through December 20th. You will need a photograph with a reasonable amount of detail so that I may capture the image you desire. Each picture will be done on standard size paper (18"x24"). Cost: HELP WANTED Apprentice Pressperson, Part-time, 20-30 Hours, for growing Printing Company. Math skills helpful, will work into fulltime employment. Ask for John at 616-243-1600. $40 each or 2 for $60.00 Please call me at 454-1056 or contact Fran at GRITC 774-8331 and leave a message. FUND RAISER District V AMVETS Auxiliary Council are holding a Las Vegas Night on November 25, 1989, from 7 p.m. to midnight at Hewitt Madigan AMVETS Post 126, 2929 Marshall SE, Grand Rapids. Open --to Public. Craps, Blackjack, Wheels and Roulette. Contact Becky at 455-5022 for information. ''Well done is better than well said." "'Ille time-test£d truism: actions speak "ouder than words." ''Nothing is obvious to the uninfonred." ''The only flower known to have wings is the butterfly." HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL THESE NOVEMBER BABIES! ! ! 1st C.J. Robinson 8th Marie Medacco 21st John Zakema 2nd Bea Bailey 12th Mary Sandoval 22nd Linda Wheeler 3rd James M. Genia 12th Pete Recollect 24th Dennis Bush 4th Don Bowen Jr. 12th Kathy Bowen 24th Phillip Chippewa 5th Diane Le au re aux 13th George McDonald 25th Robin King 5th Larry Hansen 14th James Brown 26th Larry King 6th Erica Smith 14th Kathy Polise 26th Georgia Jacobson 6th Jessica Smith 19th A-Dawa-qua Pontiac 26th Juli Shananaquet 7th Cathy Genereaux, Jr. 21st Frosty Chandler 29th John Tadgerson CULTURAL GATHERING Date: Place: Time: Bost Drum: Saturday, December 2, 1989 Westside Comp'iex 215 Straight St. NW 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Shingoosase Traders Welcome! Call Fran or Vicki at 774-8331 for any information. ·'" �Jhol can be a serious ,reat to the health of the .inborn child. When you see a nnther-to-be using alcohol, m:!ntion fetal alcohol syndrare to her, or hand her a parqiilet. She may rot krow about it. c Fetal Alcdx>l Syrdrane an:l Fetal Alixn>l Effects are alcohol related birth defects. These birth defects are totally preventable. There is ro fetal danage if the nother If you have and you are lS best to If you can't on your avn, available. JX>SSibility of fran alcohol does not drink. used alcohol pregnant, it stop drinking. stop drinking there is help ' What should you do about drinking during your pregnancy? Ibn't drink beer, wine, or liquor. As you decrease the nnber of drinks per day, you also decrease the risk to your unborn baby. Wh~n you consider that excessive use of alcohol not only endangers the fetus, but can cause problans which will affect him or her all their lives, it seans well worth the effort to stop drinking. If you are a \..Onan of childbearing age, you can prevent birth defects caused by the use of alcohol. If you're pregnant, don't drink. If you drink heavily, seek help before becaning pregnant. If you can't stop drinking on your avn, seek help before you becane pregnant. Fetal Alcohol Syndrane (FAS) is a disastrous birth defect that threatens all future generations of Indian people. 1he birth defect is caused by waren of child-bearing age who drink alcohol during pregnancy. Although the rnysical and rrental danage of FAS is irreversible, FAS is l(X) percent preventable. Take Steps To Protect Our Future Generations And Prevent Fetal Alcohol Syndrome by Victoria Upton, GU.TC ' SUBSTAfCE ABUSE PREVENITCll AND TREA'lMENl' SERVICES The reason that alcdx>l danages the unborn b<iJy is heca1se alcdx>l enters the baby's body at the sare rate of the uvther's. ~r, the gror.ri.ng fetus OOe.s rot have the sare ability to expel the JX>ison (alcdx>l) fran its systen. So instead, energy I£eded for the b<iJy' s growth is used to get rid of the alcdx>l ix>ison. This could result in serious danage to the child's brain, as the brain stops grc:Ming in order to get rid of the alcohol. This danage is permanent. It has been said that Fetal . Alcohol Syndrane lS the "tip of the iceberg". 1hen the rest of the iceberg, the largest part that is unseen is Fetal Alcohol Effects. With Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), the danage is not as severe as Fetal Alcohol Syndrare and the effects may not be visable. Sare of the symptans of Fetal Al·:ohol Effects Are: • • • • • hyperactivity short attention span irritability behavioral problans restlessness 1he visable signs of Alcohol Syndrare include: Fetal • prenatal and postnatal growth deficiency, which n-eans lw weight at birth and a failure to catch up throughout the entire developrental period. • facial malformations, which include a snall head ci rcrn1ferenc e misshapen eyes, flattened midface, sucken nasal bridge, and a flattened and elongated rhiltrun (the groove between the nose and upper lip). For every child with Fetal Alcohol Syndrane, as m:my as 10 other children 1 iay be born with fetal alcohol effects. All alcohol related birth defects are canpletely preventable if waren refrain fran drinking alcohol \..hile they are pregnant. Because waren who do not drink alcohol during pregnancy are at no risk of producing an FAS baby, the possibility of preventing this birth defect is enolllDllsly encouraging. only alcoholic waien Not but all waren who may give birth are at risk if they drink. llist waien are probably aware that alcohol use can be harmful to the unborn child, many, hCXolever, think only heavy drii:.king is harmful. Research has shavn that even nnderate drinking (two drinks or less per day) may lead to brain and nerve danage. Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Syndrane and Fetal Alcohol Effects depends on creating awareness about the risks of drinking during pregnartcy. Please mare this information with :your fanil y aid fri.eOOs. We have free information, brochures, bunper stickers and other itens that you are we I cane to h<Ne. 'j �·I' ~ '• SOBRIETY MOVEMENT IN INDIAN COUNTRY Nancy Butterfield, •••• ! •••• NEWS FRa1 INDIAN COONIRY Navajo tribal member Rex Harrison, who says that for years he was a skid-row alcoholic, earned his Master's degree in Public Health from the University of California at Berkeley this May, at the age of 43. He plans to use his advanced education to help design and implement alcoholism and drug abuse treatirent · programs for .Airerican Indians. Harrison, a Vietnam veteran, also has dedicated his personal life to helping other Native Americans come to terms with alcoholism and begin the recovery process. He is deeply involved in the Native American Church, and believes Indian ceremonial practices and traditions, when used appropriately, can help heal the spiritual suffering and emotional pain connected with alcoholism. For years, Harrison was part of the grim statistics of Indian alcoholism that have become so familiar: Indian Health Service and tribal alcoholism experts estimate 75% of all Indian families have at least one alcoholic member and that 100% have been affected in some way by alcoholism. The rate of American Indian homicides, suicides and incidents of domestic violence, almost always fueled by alcohol, is much higher than the national average, as is the rate of death by alcohol-related disease, such as cirrhosis and heart disease. But today, like thousands of other Native Americans, Harrison is part of the growing sobriety movement in Indian country. It is a grassroots movement that is springing up on reservatio is and in Indian rommunities fr om A1 a s <a to F1 o r id a , wi th t h e Shuswap Tr~be in Alkali Lak e , British Columbia, leading the way. The Cariadian tribe gained international attention three years ago with the release of its award-winning film, "The Honor of All." Produced by Choctaw filmmaker Phil Lucas, the film chronicled the tribe's struggle and eventual victory over alcoholism which had ravaged an estimated 95% sober, and its members now conduct training for tribes throughout the U.S. and Canada. A barometer of the sobriety movement's significance is the recent announcement by leaders of the 4 ,000-member National Indian Education Association that its annual convent ion, scheduled for Oct. 6-10 in Anchorage, Alaska, will be alcohol-free. This is to be the organization's first officially alcohol-free conference in its 22-year history. Other Native American efforts that are escalating the momentum of the burgeoning sobriety movement include: sobriety, to approach Road Red The developed by Gene Thin Elk, a Sioux, who emphasizes traditional Indian values physical and spiritual regaining in Thin Elk's workshops balance and health. have drawn overflow crowds throughout the country. The fledgling National Association of Native American Adult Children of Al coho 1 ics (NANAACOA) has been formed to address the needs of alcohol ism's other victims: individuals who are not necessarily alcoholic themselves, but grew up in alcoholic families. Organizers say survival skills children develop to cope with al1 ·oholic parents often become self-defeating and destructive behavior patterns in adulthood, and NANAACOA offers ways to recognize and grow beyond those patterns. "Dry" reservations have stepped up efforts to eliminate the illegal traffic1 ng of alcohol, including the Zuni Reservation 111 New Mexico. The tribal counci 1 there recently asked local McKinley County officials to cross deputize Zuni police officers so they would have more power to stem the (continued next page) ' .. ~ �Sobriety Movement in Indian Country cont. page 2 flow of alcohol onto the reservation. Officials in some dry Native villages in Alaska have begun inspecting the cargo on every incoming flight and seizing alcohol being smuggled in. .~ High-visibility sobriety marches and rallies are taking place in Indian communities across the country, most notably among the tribes of the Sioux Nation, where up to 25% if infants are estimated to be born with the effects of fetal alcohol syndrome. Lakota men on the Crow Creek Reservation have formed an organization called Dads Against Drunk Driving, and have called on other Indian men to stand with them in strengthening the contemporary role of men in tribal societies. Organizers on the Rosebud Reservation have begun an annual "Sobriety Day" that includ e s a 17-mile walk from Norris to Parmelee, S.D.; more than 250 people turned out for this year's walk. Rosebud's Sinte Gleska College this spring held a full month of alcohol awareness activities. In the Native American sobriety movement, the federal Indian Heal th Service appears to be leading by following. IHS did not fund even basic alcoholism services until many tribes and established programs through funding from the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism in the early 19 70' s. And today, though IHS has primary responsibility for providing funding for tribal alcoholism programs, organizers say it is difficult to get IHS funds for any efforts beyond conventional treatment programs. Many tribal alcoholism programs have taken an activist role in promoting community sobriety, including the Pu ya 1 lup Tribal Treatment Center in Tacoma, Wash., which organizes an annual sobriety march that is routed past the local Indian bar. Tribal youth have had a key role in organizing the event, and one young woman recently expressed pride in her sobriety by carrying a sign that said, "100% Indian, zero percent alcohol." ·:he Puyallup Tribes" Chief Les chi Higr School recently was one of 41 schools nationwide-and the only tribal s choo 1 to be honored by Pres. George Bush in a White House ceremony as "drug-free school." The Anchorage Daily News, in its Pulitzer Prize-winning series on Native alcoholism titled "A People in Peril," calls the Indian sobriety movement "A Revolution of Hope." Leaders say it is a revolution that already is changing the face of Indian country, and if successful, stands to liberate future generations of Native American people. �it 10/89 e o owing artic e appeare ·in .1 Bureau of_ Catb::>lic Indian Missions • AIC : ne Aug/Sept Newsletter from the BREAD AND FREEDOM ... JUSTICE AND FAITH by Father Ted Zuern, SJ. ., ·--, . The highest indignity to a human person is treating him or her as a specimen of a scientific investigation. ·Ignoring his or her name, actually giving a number to the remains of his or her existence, is to reduce this person to a specimen without any history that would identify him or her for relation to any other persons. What makes this an outrage is that it is done to one specific population group of American citizens, the Native Americans! If a skeleton is uncovered in the excavation for a road, it is immediately interred again. There is no question of putting skeletons aside for "scientific investigation.• But when an Indian, an Eskimo or an Aleut is uncovered, a differcnt set of priorities goes into operation and the remains arc taken off to a museum where there can be some "scientific investigation." . The Native American Rights Fund estimates that there may be as many as 600,000 human skeletal remains of American Indians, Eskimos and Aleuts in museums, historical societies,, universities and private collections in the .U nitcd States. As many as 600,000 human remains that have not been buried! · Ia 1928 the Stoll-McCracken Artie expedition set out to gather Pacific Walrus from the Aleutien Islands. However, the expedition seems to have been after more than walruses. Anthropologists who were at that time studying the origins of human beings in the New World and the relationships that might exist between the various tribes were interested in gathering if they could be found, some Aleut mummies. Edward 'Weyer, Jr., an anthropologist, went along apparently for just that purpose. Weyer made inquiries about old graveyard or deserted villages whenever the boats anchored at an Aleutien port until finally he learned of Fortress Re ck in the Bering Sea. It was located just north of Unalaska I~ land. The islar.d was a sort of Aleut mausoleum. Among other items they found were four tightly lashed and wrapped bundles. Inside each bundle was a well preserved human being. Altogether there were two men, one woman and a child. When they had been packed in crates, they were shipped to New York where they have never been on display. Occasionally they have had a change of moth balls. But now Native Americans arc demanding that their ancestors be returned to them for burial as human beings. Tribal groups, the National Congress of American Indians, the Native American Rights Fund and individuals are all demanding that the skeletons be buried. We must end this gathering of Native Americans into the museums of America for "scientific investigation." In the House of Representatives this year there have been several bills introduced to end the practice of institutions keeping skeletons and skeletal parts. On February 27 Rep. Dorgan (D-ND) introduced HR 1124, the Indian Remains Reburial Act. The bill allows for a final two year study of the remains by the Smithsonian Institution after which time the more than 18,000 ·skeletons and parts of skeletons must be buried. Rep. Bennett (D-FL) on March 4th introduced HR 1381, the Native American Burial Site Preservation Act, which set penalties for the excavation of· Indian burial sites or the removal of grave goods unless exempt under State Law. · The most comprehensive measure to date is the bill introduced by Rep. Udall (0-Az). HR 1646, the Native American Grave and Burial Protection Act, provides a mechanism to return skeletal remains that arc currently stored in museums and other institutions. It provides that remains disinterred in the future will be disposed of according to the wishes of appropriate native communities,, and clarifies tnbal ownership of grave goods and sacred objects on public and Indian lands. In the Senate Senator McCain (R-AZ) has introduced S.102 ~. which has many of the provisions of Rep. Udall's bill. It is interesting to note that last Congress had more bills intr1 xiuced in the Senate. This year the House has that honor. . There is no longer any reason for non-Indians taking the bones and skeletons of dead Indi.ins for "scientific investiga· tion." The cabinets of museums arc filled with the remains of Native Americans which should have been buried many years ago. The disoovcries that could be made should have been made by scientists who studied those bones long ago . The bones should by now be resting in their graves as their confrercs intended when long ago they buried them. The thought of expeditions going out and unearthing those whom the living have buried is abhorrent to the balanced person who bas no inclination to remove the deceased from their burial places. Somehow those who dig up the deceased of other cultures do not consider such remains to be the remains of people, but of special subjects whom they arc studying. They seem to have no sense of the interrelations that they have had with others of their tribe. They do not seem to grasp the relationship they had as fathers or mothers, sons or daughters, nieces or nephews and aunts or uncles. The whole fabric of human relations is destroyed with the utmost indifference. To many Native Americans the treatment of the skeletons and grave goods is the ultimate indignity. Imagine taking the dead! Even the dead! Some States such as Alaska have passed legislation asking the Smithsonian to return the human remains to the States from which they came. Federal legislation will put more force, put teeth into such actions and force the Smithsonian to take action that the Native Americans have sought for years. At last their dead can be given the burial that they have sought for them. Whatever our feclings are and however we bury our dead today, it seems that we should be very careful of the traditions of the past. In one sense what we have on one hand is a matter of burial of the dead. It seems to be a simple ritual which tribal people have held in reverence for many years. On the other hand we have all the complexities of the burial which a people can devise. Letters to Rep. Udall and the House Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs should be sent by all of us. Now is the time to act, to gel some legislation, especially HR 1646 through Congress and 10 the desk of the President who can then sign it into law. Letters arc also in order to Senator Mc· Cain on S. 1021. f'I �Ameriea11 I11dia11 Heritage Foundatio11 ~'.l.~.,Ji1;f~f FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! WASHINGTON, D.C. SEPfEM8ER 30, 1989 Prl•ctss Pair Moo• rn·sf1knt1Chalrm.w "' lhc RtJard Chm1kN'l<J/fbwa 'Mii Ro"'" 1.11.D. The American Indian Heritage Foundation, sponsor of the National Miss Indian USA pageant, has extended the reign of Theodora Roanhorse. Dora, as she likes to be called, is the current reigning 3rd National Miss Indian USA and will relinquish her crown on the 3rd of July, 1990. ChM F.xrcul/1'1' Off/err Ollnr M. Abrams 11anl• t. fraakll• '"""1 thld F.arl Old Person Hlal'tf~I mchael "n)lnc Eaate" Rose ChrmlN' Miss Roanh~rse, a Navajo originally from Chinle, Arizona is a recent graduate in nursing from Arizona State University. She has been appearing throughout the nation at major tribal celebrations and other nonIndian national events. Marie tallca 11;1rm Spring.~ Iron F.yr11 Cody Okl,1h111n,1 Cht•rotrr/CrN' Mary T. Colloe .\ '.11;i/11 l.awrrnce Goodro:t. Jr. According to Princess Pale Moon, president of the Foundation, Miss Roanhorse continues to be an excellent role model to Indian people and an outstanding representative for all American Indians as she graciously extends her hand in friendship to all peoples. Trd ''KIHN In Tiie Foe" llo•H f .'nJM' Stuart Jamieson Snwrn Chier Reno Johnso• II hllr \/mmtafn 1lparhr John R. Maesla8. Ed.D. 1'111•11/11 Renrrnd Waller I.. Morren .\ l'l For more information on the 4th National Miss Indian USA pageant, or appearance opportunities for Miss Indian USA, contact Terry Rose-Crown Coordinator at the American Indian Heritage Foundation, 6051 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, Virginia, 22044 or call 202 -INDIANS. a ·rrr Robrri. "S"Ul AITOW" Rose <.'hrrr1l1y•//,1g1m.1 Sammy Toar-kel White /..loM,1 Jake I .. Whllecrow S1·m·1w<:a,11111.1t()uap.1i.· Ah'ln 7.rph)r l.111l111n S11111.1· 6051 Arlington Boulevard Falls Church. Virginia 22044 20'2,INDIANS I·~ C, \ FAX# 17031532-19'll �~' ~ .~ ~· r , ~ r; ''t. .- Grand R1pid1 lnt1r-Trib1/ Council 45 Lexington N.W .. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 • A United Way Agency Betty Libary Jones Grand Valley State College Allendale MI 49401 ---'1- . HOH ,.om oqo, U. S. POST AGE I' A I D PERMIT NC . t-90 oa.ucD RAPIDS. 11'.l-= H. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. 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" C ~ 11 r!'I Vf.L~EY ST!\TE urnvrnsrrv LIBRARY TURTLEAIRS RESOIRl~'A i JK 0 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 October I November 1989 A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ~xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx~ Executive Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . J. Wagner Wheeler Editor........................ Fran Merryweather GRUC Bogcd of Dlrectocs: President.......... . .......... Mary Roberts Vice President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Betty Shelby Treasurer. . ....................Carol Dutmers Secretary..................... Genevieve Shirley Sgt.-At-Arrns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Roger Williams Member....................... Loretta Antoine Member..... . ................. Mari Dudley Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Hart Member.......................Sydney Martin Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors Meetings are held every month. the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m .• at 45 Lexington N.W. Everyone Is Welcome! Keep your D & W and Meijers Cash Register Tapes coming in. In case you haven't heard yet. Eberhard tapes have been discontinued. If you have tapes saved up but don't have time to bring them in. CALL Chris at 774-8331. Thanks for your support! Addrass Cbgnga If you move and still wont to receive your Turtle Talk. please send or call in your new address. Contact Loretta Yount or Fran Merryweather at 774-8331. GRUC Staff Roster Administration Wag Wheeler. . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director Loretta Yount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Admin. Assistant Dennis Black. . . . . . . . . . . . ... Business Manager Chris Shomin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accounting Clerk Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton................ Coordinator Leonard O'Bonnon......... Outpatient Counselor Fron Merryweather......... Prevention/Admin. Bob Stone................. Comm. Health Rep. Mental Health Services Kathy Polise. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Judy Dodge............... Denise Skorka . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Lafontsee........... Coordinator Case Manager Receptionist Part-nme Seniors Program Louella Collins.............. Coordinator Employment Program Connie Cady ...............Job Developer Rita Blumke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Job Developer Carmen Corby............. Clerk Faye Baker.................Job Developer Annie Lafontsee. . . . . . . . . .. Part-nme Michigan Indian Press Jeff Justin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator Terry Bussey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Part-time Coordinator Kayle Crampton ........... Illustrator Gert Austof.................Secretary Mary Stitt.................. Consultant The GRITC Staff would Just like to say ·Congratulations and Welcome Aboard" to the new Board of Directors. we look forward to working with you! Michigan Indian Press office is in Byron Center...... . Phone: 878-3844. �Heritage: Native American Style Long ago, Native American people at the time of the autumn equinox began their preparation for winter. From about late August through November, harvest of food were collected and stored. With the remaining crops, people feasted, sat and listened for the geese flying south, or watched the leaves and com stalks dry out while basking in the warmth of an autumn day. Not all Indians were farmers, though many were. For other Indians, autumn was the time to prepare traps and harvest the berries and nuts. In effect, one can imagine all the physical senses being awakened~uring autumn. Because of the changes in many Native American communities from a subsistence livelihood to a cash economy, only a few Indian people continue to have an opportunity to experience the changing of seasons. American Indian celebrations continue, however, across the country and in much the same manner as in the past. In the Southwestamong the Rio Grand Pueblos, annual feasts celebrate the harvests and dances are held. Atop the Hopi mesas, the Hopi offer thanks and send their katchinas back home to their sacred place. At other reservations such as at Navajo, fairs are held that include traditional and non-traditional singing, fry bread contests, arts and crafts sales, and other informational exhibits. The summer pow wows come to an end and many Indians who have traveled the circuit return home. Within a month or so after schools re-open, it is the season to talk about Indians. During this time of the year, non-Indian events such as state fairs, Halloween, and especially Thanks giving reminds the country about American Indians. In 1988, a U.S. Senate resolution designated September 23-30 as "National American Indian Heritage Week." This resolution prompted Native Americans, educators, and others interested in Native Americans to do something that recognized achievements of Indians. In the New York City area, a coalition of American Indians and non-Indians formed a Native American Heritage Month Committee in April 1987, even before the Senate resolution, dedicated to promoting an awareness of contemporary Native Americans. The committee has sponsored a series of activities in different locations of New York City throughout September. These events have included a Native American Festival at Inwood Hill Park and a citywide childrens' art exhibit titled "Indians as Children See Them," co-sponsored by the Museum of the American Indian and the Native American Heritage Committee which includes representatives from the AAIA, the Title V New York City Indian Education Program, other museums, the Urban Parle Rancers and the New York City Board of Education. Year-round efforts, however, would better serve to foster a recognition and respect for Native American culture and history. The result would be an informed American public with a healthy understanding of contemporary Native Americans who are so often negated ignored, or stereotyped. In tum, Native Americans themselves can experience a stronger spirit of their ancestors while celebrating the good things that remain. (This article was brought to you from Indian Affair Newsletter, 1989) �COMMON PLANTS AND SEEDS THAT THE ANCIENT INDIANS USED IN THEIR EVERY DAY LIVES The following can be found in your own backyard! and be pleasantly surprised. Try some of them WILLOW TREE The inner bark contains the ingredient that aspirin is made of. Willow roots and bark teas were made to relieve pain and reduce fevers. WHITE PINE The needles were boiled in water or maple syrup to make a tea. This tea was drunk to relieve coughs and colds. The needles can be chewed as a source of vitamin C. In fact, they contain 5 times more vitamin C than citrus fruit! DANDELION Blossoms used for teas and wines; roots are roasted and used as a coffee substitute. SUNFLOWER Hulls and seeds were roasted and ground and then brewed and used as a coffee substitute. JUNIPER Oil from crushed berries was rubbed on skin as an insect repellent. ACORN Acorn shells are roasted until brown in a slow oven. Grind them up and use I tsp. per cup of water. Simmer for 15 minutes, strain and serve. MINT All the varieties of mint were used in teas to relieve cold symptoms and stomach upsets. It is also a refreshing drink when served chilled. SASSAFRAS Dry the roots first then boil to the desired strength for tea (darker color makes stronger tea). Also can be used as a remedy for getting rid of head lice. POKE BERRY Most tender when picked at approximately 8 inches tall. Boil until tender with a dash of soda and serve. FLAGROOT (Found in marshy areas.) Dry on a string. Cut off a few thin strips and boil to make into a tea. Or chew on a dried root for a sore throat. Tea is good for when you have a cold. -QUOTES TO LIVE BY''Exterd good wishes to others ard you will feel blessed yourself." ''There are many shades of darkness in the spectnm of despair, but dazzling colors in the spectnm of joy." ''The m:>st effective way to cope with change is to help create it." �¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥~ Health and Human Services c,tond Rap;cf.$ UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, October 18th, 1989 Health & Human Services will be having an "OPEN BOUSE" at Lexington School, 45 Lexington N. W. in Rooms 2 and 3 from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Snacks and Refreshments will be served. Friday, October 27th, 1989 The Substance Abuse Prevention Program will have a Halloween Costume Dance! Featuring music by Sweetgrass. Westside Complex is the place, 215 Straight Street N.W., from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! No Alcohol Please! ONGOING EVENTS Neshnewbe A.A. Closed A. A. Meetings Closed A.A. meetings will meet every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lexington School, 45 Lexington N.W., downstairs across from the young adult school program room. For more information please call 774-8331 Substance Abuse Prevention Program. Exercise/Dance Class Exercise/Dance class with Judy Dodge every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Call Judy at 774-8331. MENTAL HEALTH UPDATE SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES Judy Dodge's job position has changed. Judy is now working as a Casemanager within the Mental Health Department. The Substance Abuse Prevention Program prov1des services for clients and the community. The types of services that are available include: Denise Skorka has joined the Mental Health Staff. Denise is the Receptionist, and will be the person speaking to you when you call about our services. Annie Lafontsee has joined the Mental Health Staff, part-time. Annie is a Casemanager for the program. SERVICE UPDATE The Mental Health Program is now able to set up appointments for counseling within two weeks, from your initial call to our office. If you would like to contact us, please call 774-8331, ask for Denise. SERVICES AVAILABLE - Casemanagement Counseling Nutritional Assessment Groups Dance Exercise Screening: A determination is made of the client's needs and situation. This includes where and how those needs may be met. An appropriate course of action is decided conjointly with the individual and family. Assessment: A comprehensive assessment is completed, from a holistic perspective. As well, assessment is viewed as an ongoing process. A formal treatment plan is developed, based on the completed assessment. Referrals: Referrals are made in consideration to the severity of the substance abuse problem, prior treatment history, and generally follow the course previously establishE through the assessment and treatment plan proc~ss. Substance Abuse staff may serve as advocates for clients, through providing a linkage with other service providers. Outpatient Counseling: Individual, family, and group counseling sessions are available. Prevention Services: This service is offered to ail age groups through education and trair ing relative to factors contributing to substance abuse. �•••• 99 , NEW GENERATION OF ABUSE Indian children being 'devasted' by mothers' alcohol use in pregnancy The devasting effects of alcohol abuse arong .American Indians are reaching a new generation, striking children whose mthers drank heavily during pregnancy and resulting in a population that is mentally arxl Jbysically disabled. As many as 5 to 25 percent of children are affected on sane reservations in the Plains, the Soothwest arxl Canada, say researchers 'Who have studied the problem. That rate is many times greater than the \olOrldwide rate. Although alcoholis:n long has been known to afflict Indian groups disproportionately, its hann to Indians of the next generation are ~rging only now in studies on a nunber of reservations. Alcohol's effects on Indian children are causing a "devastation that is \olOrse than smallpox'' said Dr. Geoffrey Robinson, a pediatrician at the University of British Colu:i:bia in Vancouver. Jeaneen Grey Eagle, who runs Project ReCOV'ery, an alcohol treatxrent progran at the Pine Ridge reservation in Sooth Dalmta,, said the problem was so serious that it was "threatening the very survival of the Indian people". She estimates that 25 percent of the children on that reservation are affected arxl that the tuii>er is gro.ving. Such children often are mentally retarded arxl have behavior problems, including hyperactivity and an inability to understarxl cause-andeffect relationships. These children usually have distinctive ;jlysical features, including a small '1ead, low, praninent ears; poorly ::ieveloped cheekrones, arxi a long arxl .51IOOth upper lip. They also are slow :o develop Jbysically arxi ID:!Iltally. Cllildren with symptans in three categories - facial abnormalities, ~ problems arxi neurological abnormalities - are said to have fetal alcohol sydrane, under the definitions used by Dr. Kwadwo Asante, a pediatrician at the University of British Colunbia. Cllildren less severely affected, who show symptans in u.io of the three categories, are defined by Asante as having fetal alcdx>l effect. The incidence of fetal alcohol syndrane arxi fetal alcohol effects differs markedly fran tribe to tribe, said Dr. Philip May, of the University of Net.t Mexico, who has studied the problem in a variety of Wian groups. .In tribes that disapprove of drinking, there are alu:ost no cases, he said. But in tribes where abusive drinking is ccmron, experts report that large nuibers of children are affected by maternal drinking. In formal studies, May estimated that 5 percent of the children in sane tribes on the Plains suffered fran fetal alcohol syndrane or fetal alcohol effect. Robinson found that 20 percent of the 500 children in a carm.mi.ty in northem British Columia were affected, arxl Asante found that at least 5 percent of the children in 28 Indian camunities in northem British ColUibia arxl the Yukon were affected. '"Ihe scary thing," May said, was that "in every tribe we researched, the incidence is on the increase." The huge rumer of affected Irrlian children is straining the neager resources of many Wian carm.mi.ties. Grey Eagle said that 'WCXl1eil who have babies with defects resulting fran alcohol usually are so disabled by their drinking that they are unable to care for the children. But it is difficult to place these children in foster hemes, she said, arxl even harder to place them with adoptive fanilies because they are so difficult to rear. She estimated that 40 percent of the at Pine Ridge abuse alcohol. Grey Eagle further says that, now in the children with fetal alcohol syndrane arxl fetal alcohol effect, she is seeing a new generation affected by alcohol, with gdm consequences. 'When the 'WCXl1eil who are impaired by fetal alchol syndrane or fetal alcohol effect reach childbearing age arxl becare pregnant, they canoot understand that if they drink they nm the risk of banning the fetus, Grey Eagle said. Part of the syndrane is a lack of ability to understand long tenn consequences. These 'WCmell are nearly impossible to counsel, she said. 'WCXl1eil Greg Eagle said the Pine Ridge tribe once locked up a pregnant \Yl'.Xlla{l who could not stop drinking and that she supports such action. "C>.lr tribal code detetmines that a child is a child fran conception on," "all it takes is for a judge to say: 'Either stop drinking or we will ccmnit you to treatment. And if you are in treatllE1t and still drink, we will i:ut you in jail. Ill • �CONGRATULATIONS!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! HAVE A GREAT DAY!!! ETC.!!! to BEN SHAWA JR., CONGRATULATIONS to SAMKI CONGRATULATIONS CONWAY, daughter of Gerry, son of Ben Sr. and Sue, on his on her WINNING the TITLE NATIONAL WRESTLING CHAMPION TITLE! of MS. PRETEEN OF AMERICA!!! ''Practice makes perfect, so be careful what you practice." "Ranenber, you are not only the salt of the earth, but the sugar!" "fun' t just be good, - just be good for scn12thing!" ''Sare people carve their careers •.. others chisel." HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL THESE OCTOBER BABIES!!! 2nd Bobby Sheahan I I th Ron Judson - 3rd Steven Sheahan I I th Jonie Abella 3rd Steve Southbird 12th Gary Shomin 4th Genevieve Shirley 13th Fred Garcia 8th Daniell Sheahan 13th Shelly Merryweather 9th Jeanette Pierce 15th Char ice (Peanut) Upton 10th Terri Leaureaux 16th Jim Merryweather 10th David Yount 30th Barbara Toothman 10th Carol Dutmers 30th Amos Da.y TALK ABOUT A BABY BOOM!!! • HELP WANTED Receptionist/Typist - Busy Office seeks pleasant, dependable, conscientious individual for full time position. Includes: phone calls, visitors, word processing, receipting, maintaining records and other general office duties. 35 hours a week. Word processing and electroni~ cash registers exp. desireable. Must type 50-55 wpm. Send Resume to: Business Support Manager, Michigan Girlscout Office 3275 Walker, Grand Rapids, MI. 49504 EEO WHOOPS! We Missed Linda Bessey's Birthday on October 27th!!! �) on . OCTOBER 27TH ,.,,, '' 7:00-11:00 PM Live Music By~. . . ' . · ~'~weetgrass n l"'""rrr-~-r--- ~ ' :: I II Welcome . For More inforn1ation contact Grand Rapids Inter Tribal 774-8331 �(../' GREAT LAKES ARTIST ASSOCIATION (sulxnitted by Candi Wes<M'""Wilcox) We would like to introduce to the art world a regional art market which has existed for centuries in the making in the Great Lakes region. The Great Lakes Artist Association was formed to identify the Great Lakes Indian Artists and the viable competition and distinctive art form. The Great Lakes Association objectives will be to promote, market and exhibit Great Lakes Indian art. there are many skilled artisians and we feel right to be recognized. advertise, In this region the time is We already have financial backing from ANA Grant and from Nokimis. For more information please contact: William Church Executive Director Commission on Indian Affairs North Ottawa St. P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, MI. 48909 (517) 373-0654 Robin Menefee Executive Director of Native American Arts & Crafts Council P.O. Box 1049 Goose Creek Road Grayling, MI. 49738 (517) 348-3190 Candi Wesaw-Wilcox Western Michigan Facilitator 557 Carrier N.E. Grand Rapids, MI. 49503 (616) 458-8136 Oliver Brant Eastern Michigan Facilitator 28490 Mound Road Warren, MI. 48092 (313) 751-8676 • �FOR YOUR INFORMATION : PAUL 8. HENRY ITll DllTllCT, MICHIGAN 188 FIDIRAl 8UllDlllG GRAND RAPIDS, Ml 4 9503 1818) 4111-8313 COMMITIEE ON EDUCATION ANNE KNOX ANO LABOR DISTRICT ADMlllllTRATOll . COMMITIEE ON SCIENCE, SPACE. AND TECHNOLOGY Sl;LECT COMMITIEE ON AGING €ongrtss of tbt utnittb &tatts J}oust of ~tprtstntatibtl 2 111 C.t.llllDll HouH OIFICI BUILDING W.t.IMIMGTON, DC 2011111 120212211-3131 MARY F. lOBISCO .t.OMlllllTRATIYI Alll~TANT aaibington, JDC 20515 ' \ I! September 12, 1989 I I ''' ' Mr. Joe John Northern Michigan Ottawa Ass'N 1331 Hamilton, N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Dear Mr. John: ;I i! '' I ' Just a short note to update you •on the status of the Ottawa Indians settlement legislation (previously H.R. 1989). I As I noted earlier, Representative Davis has not yet introduced this measure in the lOlst Congress. Apparently, the Sault Ste. Marie chapter of the Ottawa Indians have raised some concerns over Mr. Davis' revision of H.R. 1989. And thus, his introduction of the measure has been delayed. The staff person handling this matter for Rep. Davis is Laurie Bink. She can be reached at (202) 225-4735 should you have any q_u estions. ': As I have stated previously, I do hope a consensus can finally be reached on this issue. It has dragged on far too long! With best wishes, I am sincerely, PAU~~~ Member of Congress . ;· PBH:bf I. I !, I I II . I I' I ·, ... ~ �•FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE• FOR IMMEDIATE HtLEASt •FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE• FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ... The Tuscarora Indian Tribe is appealing to the public for assistance. The Tribe at Drowning Creek Reservation in Maxton, N.C., is without state or federal assistance and is in need of revenue for food, clothing and necessities. The Drowning Creek Reservation is offering authentically designed Indian dolls with five different names, Chief Wise Owl, Squavv Woman, Princess Morning Star, Chief Little Owl, and Medicine Woman. No two are alike. Each is hand made on Drowning Creek Reservation, fully dressed, with indian moccasins, and indian clothes in all colors. Order your authentic indian dolls at $49.95 each directly from our Ancestral Religion Non-Profit Organization, Rt 2, Box 108, Maxton, N .C. 28364 U.S.A. Postpaid in order to raise funds. Each doll is blessed in Indian tradition. If there is a special prayer request, Chief Wise Owl will recite the request over the doll(s) for your family, or as a gift to your friends. These are the only dolls offered to the public blessed by a Indian Medicine Man. Your order provides help urgently needed by our tribe. • For More Information Contact: National Native American Ancestral Religion Non-Profit Organization Rt. 2, Box 108 Maxton, N .C. 28364 (919) 844-3827 U.S.A. �, .. ' ; ._... --· . -- ' - ..... - _.... -~ .. ~ .~ --·· ,.. .;..p •. . . . • .. -• " " I ' ····--··············----------------------------~I = MAKE SOME NEW FRIENDS = I I I ! ·= I I I I I I I I I I I : THIS YEAR!! !~~~~~~~~a~aaaaaaaa~aa~~a~~a~aaaa~~aaa~a~aa~aa~aaaaa~~aaaaaaa~a~~~at ~ .-::::::sl --=st ~ ~ ~ . ~!. ~ ~ -'9 ..;;;;:si -o::::5l 1~ ,,. /. \!! ~ ./ " . ~ ..o;:;:si ~ . ~ ~ ~ ~ . <... ~JJ~ ·~ ~: J · ~ , ;.r , "'=-- . ~ ~ , e:-. . . - -I • ~ . ~ ~ . ~ ~ --- -- . ~ f .J , ~ ! -r ... . ~ :~ · , ~- ~ · '\). ~ ~-~ -· .-\ ..:+ U• f 4'1 Ll l J N 'f . I/~ ~ , ~ ~ ~ l. l---• ~ ..-::si -::;:si !: . - . I I I I I I I I I I I . These men can be a part of your life. : ! INTERESTED??? See me, Connie, at ! ! 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J. Wagner Wheeler Editor .•.................... Fran Merryweather G.R.I.T.C. Board of Directors: President ..........•••........••. Mary Roberts V. President ..................... Betty Shelby Treasurer ...............•....... Carol Dutmers Secretary ................... Genevieve Shirley Sgt.-At-Arms .•...........•..... Roger Williams Member ....................... Priscilla Friend Member ..........•........ ~ ........ Mari Dudley Member .......................•....•. John Hart Member ....................•..... Sydney Mart in G.R.I.T.C. Staff Roster: Administration Wag Wheeler ......... Executive Director Loretta Yount ....... Admn. Assistant Dennis Black ........ Business Mngr. Chris Shomin ........ Receptionist Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton ......... Coordinator Leonard O'Bannon .... Outpatient Counselor Fran Merryweather ... Prevention/Admn. Bob Stone ........... Comm. Health Rep. Mental Health Services Kathy Polise ........ Coordinator Judy Dodge .......... Casemanager GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS ARE HELD EVERY MONTH, THE SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 6:00 P.M., AT 45 LEXINGTON N.W. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Keep your D&W and MEIJERS CASH REGISTER TAPES coming in. In case you haven't heard yet, Eberhard tapes have been discontinued. If you have tapes saved up but don't have time to bring them in, CALL Chris at 774-8331. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Seniors Program Louella Collins ....• Coordinator Employment Program Faye Baker .......... Acting Coordinator Connie Cady ......... Job Developer Rita Blumke ........• Job Developer Carmen Corby ........ Clerk Michigan Indian Press Jeff Justin ......... Coordinator Terry Bussey ........ Part-time Coordinator Kayle Crampton ...... Illustrator Gert Austof ....•.... Secretary Mary Stitt •......... Consultant ------------------------------- ·-----------MEMBERSHIP MEETING POTLUCK Subject: Date: Time: Place: Amending By-Laws Monday, September 18, 1989 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Westside Complex, 215 Straight St. N.W. (See details on next page) The G.R.I.T.C. Staff would just like to say "Congratulations and Welcome Aboard" to the new Board of Directors. We look forward to working with you! Michigan Indian Press office is in Byron Center .... Phone: 878-3844 �GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL (PUBLIC PURPOSE: HEARING) To seek public input, particularly from American Indians and persons providing services to American Indians, concerning proposed changes in the agency by-laws and means through which the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council can immprove its programs and more effectively address emerging needs in the American Indian Community. EXAMPLES OF TOPICS FOR INPUT: -By-laws Proposals -Agency Administrative -Quality of services -Extent of community needs -Need for other services -GRITC's role in the community DATE: September 18, 1989 LOCATION: West Side Complex 215 Straight St. NW Grand Rapids, Michigan TIME: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM Potluck By-Laws Review (Attorney Bob Cooper will be present) Public Hearing/Voting on proposed By-Laws FORMAT: 1. A panel consisting of Board and staff, as well as several at-large members who are also American Indian will convene to hear constructive input from interested persons directed at commenting on by-laws changes and improving and/or increasing existing GRITC services. 2. Each person interested in speaking will be limited to three (3) minutes to make their remarks. If more time is available after all have spoken that wish to, persons desiring so may make additional comments. 3. Written testimony will also be accepted by the panel if .it is received within sev~n (7) days of the date of this hearing. 4. The panel would like to invite constructive comments on means through which various aspects of agency operations can be improved. 5. A summary of all comments made and the subsequent response by the Board/Panel will be made available to all who request a copy of these proceedings within four (4) weeks of the hearing date. �V V Y 'V ~alth and Human SMOKERS DILLEMA Services By Trina Hillman Rap;tl~ I'~ smoked too many ciga~ettes My stomach feels upset But if you get nicotine crazy I guess that's what you'll get It's not really my fault It's really just a habit To look at my pack of Marlboro's and then reach out and grab it I think it feels real good Whenever I £lie my bic But I better do it less and less or I ' l l be getting sick Thank you for listening to me talk about my flaw I'll have to be shutting up now a Marlboro has just called. _.;;;;;~;.::;__ (For infonnation on nicotine addiction, call Substance Abuse Prevention at GRITC, 774-8331) UPCOMING EVENTS & INFORMATION Death & Dying Sobriety Dance A Presentation on Death & Dying will be held at Lexington School, 45 Lexington N.W., on September 19th, 1989 at 6:00 p.m. The focus will be placed on steps that can be taken to prepare ourselves and loved ones for the death transition, and also on the "Five Stages of Dying", with information on how to assist individuals through that process, helping them to maintain a sense of dignity. If you have any questions, contact Judy Dodge at 774-8331. The GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention Program will have their next Sobriety Dance on Friday, October 27th, 1989, rrom 7 to 11:00 p.m., at Westside Complex, 215 Straight St. N.W. Body Toning & Dance Movement If you are interested in body toning and dance movement, then Dance Exercise is for you. Classes begin September 13th and will meet from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. every Wednesday for eight weeks. Activities will include stretching, toning, technique observation, locomotor movement and dance combinations. If you have any questions or are interested, please contact Judy Dodge at 774-8331. Tracing Your Indian Heritage In order to receive benefits (health, education, etc.), Indian people must have documented ancestry paperwork. Genealogy is very important. Many state and federal laws require a quota of 1/4 blood or more to qualify. The Indian Commissipn staff has put together a preliminary guide. The guide helps Native Americans in gathering of initial family information for submission to tribal certifies for tribal certifications. To request a copy, call Betty Kienitz at the commission (517) 373-0654 or write their office: MICHIGAN COMMtSSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS DEPT. OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 611 W. Ottawa N. Twr. - 3rd Floor P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, MI. 48909 WEHB 89.9 ~ on your dial! "Voice of the Original People" Every Wednesday Morning 8 to 10. �/ -~ m ¥ ¥ ¥ T ' ¥ Health and Human -SHARING-- Services This new section will be of articles that touch or have reached out and grabbed a person. The articles are taken from books, newspapers, etc., and proper credit is given ~o the publisher and/or writer. <:,fond Rap;tf.$ If you should run across an article that you'd like to share, send it to GRITC Turtle Talk, c/o Fran. Please keep the article short or not longer than a regular type written page. The article should be informative and received by the 15th of the month. We reserve the right to edit materials submitted. We will not assume liability for materials against loss or damage. Material contained herein represents the opinion of the individual contributors and not necessarily that of the publisher. The following article is brought to you Author from Maxwell Maltz, M.D., F.I.C.S. of the book "PSYCHO-CYBERNETICS". OUR GOOD EARTH Paul B. Sears, the distinguished naturalist, said, "This is our world." In these four short words he expressed man's responsibility throughout the ages to do something to really mean this is our world. Man evolves as a better human being when he realizes his responsibility to come to terms with nature, with his fellow men, and with himself. However, he must come to happy terms with himself before he can accomplish anything constructive with others and with the outside world. The three worlds in which he lives, the world of his body, his mind, and his spirit, are his good earth. He cannot come to terms with nature if he doesn't come to terms with himself. He cannot be a friend to others or to nature unless he is a friend to himself. He must save his own existence from destructive forces before he can talk about preserving the life of beautiful animals in the forest. He must control the violence within him before he can control the violence around him. He must control the pollution in his mind and spirit, control the garbage of hurt feelings, before he can control the pollution of air and water. Wars and the hydrogen bomb have taught us that we can die together. Even though no workable formula has b ,een devised to show us how to live together, we can each make a start right now by doing something about the dignity crisis, respecting our personal dignity and the dignity of others, understanding our personal needs and the personal needs of others. -QUOTES TO LIVE BY''Look at the sky every day to renanber the i.mrense freedan around you, then look within yourself to make certain you can enjoy that freedan." ''Resolve never to retire fran life. You rrust contirrually nourish yourself with the arotional and spiritual tonic of happiness." �~¥¥'¥~'¥ ealth and Human Services Rap;tf.$ ~4ti.i~ THE GREAT REMOVER ALCOHOL is good at removing things. If you have stains on your clothing, alcohol might remove them: It will also remove winter clothes, spring clothes, and summer clothes from man, his wife and children if used in large enough quantities. ALCOHOL has been known to remove furniture from the home, rugs from the floor, lining from the stomach, vision from the eyes, and judgement from the mind. ALCOHOL will also remove reputations, good jobs, good friends, happiness from the children's hearts, sanity, freedom, man's ability to adjust and live with his fellow man, and even life itself. As a remover of things, equal. alcohol has no (The Great Rarover was fA.Jblished in ''Bear Talk 89", August, 1989) Infants Pay Consequences for Mom's Drug Use During Pregnancy Infants pay the consequences of a mother's alcohol and other drug use during pregnancy, particularly in the age of AIDS. Reports of drug-exposed babies have increased dramatically in the last year: * "Cocaine baby" births reported to the Illinois Child Abuse Hotline in 1988 increased nearly 80% over the previous year. Experts estimate as many as 15% of all Illinois newborns are exposed to cocaine. * "Fetal Alcohol Syndrome" is the 3rd leading caus·e of mental retardation--and is the only preventable cause. FAS is the extreme of a range of birth disorders occurring when pregnant mothers drink. It occurs in I to 3 live births per 1,000. * The Surgeon General warns that even moderate drinking during pregnancy poses a risk to the unborn infant. Any drinking on the mother's part can lead to less severe disorders and FAS-like symptoms. These symptoms include hyperactivity, attention deficit disorder (ADD) and other neural abnormalities, as well as cranial and facial · malformations. * AIDS is the 9th leading cause of death in 1-4 year old children, according to the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services. HHS spokespeople predict AIDS will move into the top 5 in the next 3-5 years if present trends continue. * Infants acquire HIV infe~tion perinatally from infected mothers. In 1988, 1,125 infants and children in the U.S. under 13 were diagnosed and reported as having AIDS. But the official figures are very low. They do not include children in the early stages of the disease or those who are HIV infected but asymptomatic. HHS estimates that, for every child reported in the official statistics, another 2 to 10 are infected. HHS estimates 10,000 to 20,000 U.S. children will be HIV-infected by 1991. 1 * Drug abusers--particularly "needle addicts" or IV drug users--are the fastest growing population contracting the AIDS virus. 13% of IV drug users in Chicago treatment centers test positive for the HIV virus. The rate of HIV infection am IV drug users increased 182% last year. (This article is brought to you by ''Bear Talk 89") For nore infonnation about drug abuse and AIDS, contact GRITC Health &Human Services office at 774-8331. �...,, NEW STAFF Health and Human Services e:,t'ond Rap;ds ' Hi! My name is Denise Sk;rka, I'm a new employee here at GRITC. My position is an Intake/Clerical worker for the Mental Health Program. My job entails being able to work independently, and also picking up the skills of a receptionist. Some things I will be doing is typing, filing, answering phones and maybe finding information Mental Health Services might benefit from. I'm a good worker and I like to learn as I go along. Welcome aboard Denise! POW-WOW 28th Annual Grand Valley American Indian Lodge Pow-Wow to be held September 9th & 10th at Riverside Park. Grand Entry 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 1:00 p.m. Contact Ike Peters at (616) 791-4014. NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL PLEASE! BEING INDIAN IS ......•. Being Indian is ... Loving frybread and corn soup and pumpkin pie. Being Indian is ... Having the greatest Grandparents in the world. Being Indian is ... Living on borrowed time after your 44th birthday. Being Indian is ... Having at least a dozen missionaries from twelve different faiths trying to save your heathen soul every year. Being Indian is ... Listening to all the middle-class Tontos and Uncle Tomahawks tell you we must do things the "American Way." Being Indian is ... having 9 out of I 0 people tell you how great they, believe Jim Thorpe, Squanto, Tonto, and Little Beaver are. BIRTHDAY'S August 8th Nee-gon-guet Fox 15th Debbie Gibbs 24th Bob Stone 31st Mike Pierce September 5th Sandra Sanchez (Floyd) 12th Brian Pierce 20th Bartlett A. Gibbs 23rd Calleen (Reno) Floyd If you want your birthday or someone elses birthday announced, please send it c/o Turtle Talk, GRITC, Attn. Fran. We wish you the BEST BIRTHDAY AND MANY MANY MORE TO COME! Aren't Pow-Wows fun when ............. . Being Indian is ... Knowing the Great Spirit ... Being Indian is ... TO BE PROUD! You are really jamming at your dancing and you step in the only hole in the dance arena and fall down! II See you all next m::mth" �GREAT LAKES ARTIST ASSOCIATION (sulnri.tted by Candi Wesaw) We would like to introduce to the art world a rn ark et wh i ch h as ex i s t e d f o r -Cent u re s Great Lakes region. formed to regional art in the rn a k in g in the The Great Lakes Artist Association was identify the the Great Lakes Indian Artists and the viable competition and distinctive art form. The Great Lakes Association objectives will be to promote, advertise, market and exhibit Great Lakes Indian art. there are many skilled artisians right to be recognized. from ANA Grant For more and we feel We already have and from Nokimis. information please contact: William Church Executive Director Commission on Indian Affairs North Ottawa St. P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, MI. 48909 (517) 373-0654 Robin Menefee Executive Director of Native American Arts & Crafts Council P.O. Box 1049 Goose Creek Road Grayling, MI. 49738 (517) 348-3190 Candi Wesaw Western Michigan Facilitator 407 Lincoln N.W. Grand Rapids, MI. 49504 Oliver Brant Eastern Michigan Facilitator 28490 Mound Road Warren, MI. 48092 (313) 751-8676 In this the region time financial is backing �VOICE OF THE UH-1li IIU AL,I-' EU PL E f MUSIC • NEWS •INFORMATION lj 451 · 0797 :!u\Nl) RAP.ll'6 INI'ER-1RHW. CUN:I.L • SUBSI:NU: Alll!SE SERV1CLS • 45 IEJCI1Gl'rn twl • aWID RAf'lI~, Ml. 11950'1 • 771,-833 I �GO BACK TO SCHCOL ... Now enrolling Adults for our FALL PROGRAM •••••••••••••••••••••••••• ADULT HIGH SCHOOL FLEXIBLE DAYS & EVENINGS ••••••••••••••••••••••• ••• G.E.D. PREPARATION ••••• ••• •••••••••••••••••• ADULT PRE-HIGH SCHOOL •••••••••••••••••••••••••• COMPUTERS *'*Computer Literacy *'*Word Processing '**Desk Top Publishing (AT LEXINGTON ONLY!) IT'S BACK!!! ART IN ROOM 13!!! SKILLS TRAINING NEW: **NURSE'S AIDE TRAINING! **CASHIERING **FLORAL DESIGN """PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESS ED *''TYPING "*ACCOUNTING ""WORD PROCESSING ""SECRETARIAL ""BOOKKEEPING NEW: Special classes for 16-18 year olds Questions? Want to sign up? Call us today at 456-3720 �Gr•nd R•pids lnt1r-Trib•I Council 45 Lexington N.W .. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 • HON ,aom ORG. U. S. ?CST AGE P A i D PERM!, NC . t-90 GlAN0 A United Way Agency Edward V. Gillis 2'5.1..2 Un :i.Dn NE Grand Rapids MI 49505 R.APlDS . ~·.1 .::H . � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merryweather, Fran (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/dfcd3b5b0df54c024d0e5407152116ef.pdf e5765d57f58894d23b7e4b076399d376 PDF Text Text nmo- vrirr.v 'GRtu'< . '- · REGIO ''"L , . l~tl t'illTr j·\I ' • , .. · - •. n11rn;ERSITY LIBR_(\RY ~-" COLLECI IOl'l: - .::i TURTLE TALK - February 1989 Executive Director J. Wagner Wheeler Editor--------------------Chris Shomin GRITC Board of Directors President----------------George Martin V. President-----------------John Hart Treasury-------------------Geri Conway Secretary-----------------Mary Roberts Member----------------Priscilla Friend Member-------------------Sydney Martin Member------------------Roger Williams Member--------------------Betty Shelby GRAND BOARD EVERY MONTH RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL OF DIRECTORS MEETING ARE HELD MONTH, THE SECOND TUESDAY OF AT 6:00 P.M., lJ.5 LEXINGTON NW. EVERYONE IS WELCOME We have been up-dating our files for the past several months. We are sorry if you are not as yet receiving your TURTLE TALK; PLEASE be patient with Us. It is very important you keep us inf ormed if your address has changed. We need to know the OLD address, NEW address and both zip codes. WE ARE STILL SAVING EBERHARDS, D&W, AND MEIJERS CASH REGISTER TAPES. WHEN DOING YOUR SHOPPING THINK OF US AND SAVE YOUR TAPES FOR US. YOU CAN BRING THEM IN WHEN EVER YOU STOP BY. WE RECEIVE 1% OF ALL TOTAL TAPES. THANK-YOU FOR THINKING OF US --Chris Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal and Lexington school would like to congratulate our first semester graduates. They are, Mary Cuellar, Lorna Mackey, Lyle Martell Sue Walters, Linda Holt, and Yvonne Dyer. N. M. 0. A. Unit lJ. Report Item 1 - On October 22, 1988. The NMOA held their ~0th. annual election of officers meeting in Cadillac, Mich. Election Results: President: Robert Dominic, Jr. Little Traverse Band Grand River Band Unit 1 Vice Pres.: Rosalee Starchief Little Traverse Band Unit lJ. Secretary: June Dart Grand River Band Unit lJ. Treasurer: Carol Bennett Grand River Band Unit 5 Interpreter: Joe John Little Traverse Band Unit ~ Counselors: Martin King Little Traverse Band Unit 1 Veronica Burrows Grand River Band Unit 5 Item-2 As of September 23, 1988 the award money is now 38 million $,s Hopefully this long standing legislation will be reintroduced to Congress in 1989. Joe John BINGO! BINGO! BINGO! BINGO! BINGO! Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council is investigating in getting a Bingo started. If you would be interested call Chris Shomin at 77~-8331 and let us know, also what night you would prefer to play. REGISTER TO VOTE Thanks to everyone that helped put out January Turtle Talk. '/ �. ,. . . ..... '~ ' ....·• ~ ~:j:j :~:; ; ' ,.. ' '\~ .w •·< . II , ' 'I EXPERIENCE PROGRAM 1 [I I T(i -FFER)E[\ AT ( 0 lr.ru ... ·. THIS PROGRAM OFFERS YOU THE CHANCE TO EARN$ IN PART TIME EMPLOYMENT \~HILE YOU ARE EARNING HIGH (i ,~1 H ",. ) r·) L i'·1 RE['I T(i r·,1 [1f u 1\J I1''J1+ A \l(-'1 (l AT Ir'1 1·JAL R A RJ L l l' \.~ l \ .-.iiiILL .. .. LE1~!RN ~-~ ~~J+ El1FuN ·= =~· C[11\ LL l. ('•._Jl1l\ , IE AT r1t"(4- Qufl '71 -' ' } ~) U \~ •._, J. lJ. IJ \_,I ~.) .I \~ 1 .LJ J. J. 1 '·-·1 1 l .l. l ., ~J I . II ~-~:.::· -· .-.1 ._J 1 u '·-·' \._,I J. .L ~- ...J. • . •·•••·· I J. .l. 1\ il - l . \ ". " · ', : .' ·. .'.•:::._·.. ) / I . . . .::., . : .• ". lJ . ·· "'~ -- ,, �Grand Rapids lnt11-T1ibal Council - -- -- -- ... -- -- -- Phone: 774-8331 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 To the Native American Community in the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan. For many years our community has been recognized as having one of the most successful Indian Education Programs in the country. This has been possible not only because of the skill and talent possessed by our community but also the working relationship between our community and the Grand Rapids Public Schools. This has contributed to the success of our employment programs and other areas of human services. While we have made progress there remains a lot to do and we can start on March 27, 1989 with the Grand Rapids school millage election. The passage of the millage is necessary to maintain the level of services we are experiencing today. Our community has supported the school in the past and it is very important to support their efforts this year. For those of you that need to register to vote, please come to Lexington School, 45 Lexington N.W. before February 27, 1989. Ask for Joni Abella who is the very capable secretary in the office. She can register you in minutes. If you will be out of town, you can vote with an absentee ballot. Please call 456-3720 or 774-8331 if you have any questions. • �NATIVE-AMERICAN CULTURAL GATHERING Come And Share A Part Of The . Community •In An Al cohal And D1-ug F1·- 2e En vi ro-n mer:t NO ADMISSION 50/50 Drawi~g to be held Tickets $.50 or 3 for $1.00 PLACE Westside· Compl e~·~ 215 Straight Street N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 495b4 TIME Fe.bru.a t-y .25, 1989 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Featuring: the Two Hawk Singers · All Contri5utions and Donations Welcome .This is a Community Effo~t ,-,.j.- ..r 1 UU~ \J0 1 UnLary . . +rom ~he o~a~r 2~ Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council D • I .L ' ,;. I • ..I.. �f!ICQ" ,,E , . . ~. ... . .. v, " ~~~ B ,.\fV!,If\'I\'Ei. R ·~ ~ CLASSES ARE BEGINNING · AT LEXI~JGTON ~~~~'· 456-3720 HI s+ory �1989 6th ANNUAL GRAND RAPIDS ANISH-NAH-BE ROWLING TOURNAMENT Saturday February 18, 1989 WHERE; WESTGA'l'F. LANES 4486 Alpine• Ave. SHIFTS: 11;30 AM & 2;30 PM. REGISTRATION; 9;30 to 11;30 AM., 1st Shift completion of AM shift - 2n~. shift U~on Cost; $20.00 per p~rson .ENTRY DEADLINE DA'l' E; per shift Fc?bruary 11, 1989 RULES; 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 4 person team of at least 1 male or female per team Hiqhcst '88/89' final league average must be uHed. If ynu did not ho~l in 1 88/89' on~ league, your highest present avcrcqe of 21 qames can be used. All bowlern are responsi~le for verification of averages. If no verified average, Men - 190, Women - 170 . Bowlers munt be of Indian descent, married to an Indian, or bowl in an Indian leaqu~. A team may bowl morA than once, but must change 2 bowlers per shift. Handicap - . 80% Prize money based on entries. Prize money to be awarded at the dance. Note; Please send Pntries in early as possible as we have to be done with both shifts by 5;30 PM for other leagues corning in at this establishment. Thank you! TOURNAMENT DANCE; 8;00 PM MAIL ENTRIES TO; /tJ COST; AC ANIVOU.IJC..t:.JJ f Amos Day, Jr. or; 4~ Violet s.w. Grand Rapids, MI. 49500 (616)530-0571) $3.00 per oerson, all bowling parti·-cipants free D'awn B\1r.;h 643 Lafayette N.E. ~rand Rapids, MI. 49593 (616) 454-1045 T'P.J\M L7NE-UP: NAME ADDRf.SS; AVG. �AUBE NA BING A Pictorial History of Michigan Indians The Michigan Indian Press is pleased to announce our new publication for retail and wholesale markets. This book is the second in a series of publications promoting Michigan Indian culture and history while featuring Indian authors and artistso The Press strives to produce quality publications consistent with traditional Indian valueso These materials are designed to present a more authentic view of Michigan , Indians and to promote the heritage and culture of the states native people. Order Form Retail: $24.95 Wholesale: offering a 40% discount in the purchase of 5 or more copies ($14.97 ea.) Address Number of copies requested Add $ 3. 5 0 postage and ha.ndl_i_n_g_f_o_r_f_i_r_s_t_i_t_e_m-,--.$-1-.-0-0_f_o_r_e_a-ch additional item. Total amo'4Ilt enclosed $~----- �February Birthdays of 1989 212 Rebecca Mc Donald J c.:imes t.Ji 1 son 2/lO Paul 1::;:1...1ecker·t 2/10 Kristy Bhananaquet 2/11 2/ :I. l 2/16 2/ 1.6 F'i 111:.:- E1homi n 2/17 2/1.7 F'ETC--f Bi rd .Jr. Gertrude Malmgren :2/:26 Kai 2/27 Jr,?rt.~my 2/:2? Shit-ley iiJilson !lf2 Shomin Sawmi ck • �q 1989 MON SUN WED TUE I1 I I' THU I I l I I I' ! 10 t*Af>pi 11 6 5 j4 !3 !2 'I IBir+~ ~Q.~ j j I\r,' ,;t- 'f I ' 'l I'S t . 16.SE:r•hor 12 , 'I M(Al$ 11:~ 1 I I I 19 II 20 l I l 26 I I 27 I i i li I' SAT FRI 11 I I ' 11s I I &x-ul~~ t"rourf'J A-met\, J I I I I 25 �• Grand Rapids Inter-Tri/Jal Council NON PROFIT ORG. U. S. POST AGE PAID 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 I ~ - PERMIT NO. 690 GllAtJO RAPIDS. MICH. t:! "" ·-i. $ ~ cD j 01 -se CJ l I ·~ m u.. ~ ~- "Jf' Betty Libary Jones Grand Valley State College Allendale MI 49401 it: � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Shomin, Chris (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7b37e664eb6e89062de19899bdb53819.pdf 5d83789f7eae3ba391955d15a57bfea1 PDF Text Text GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION 'IURTLE Executive Director F.ditor J. wagner Wheeler I.Dretta Yount GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBi\L axm:::IL BOARD OF DIREX:'IDRS PRES IDENT----------------GEORGE MARTIN V. PRESIDENT----------------JCHN HART TREASURER-------------RCGER WILLIAMS SEX:RETARY----------------MARY ROBERTS SGT.AT.ARMS---------------GERI CONWAY MEMBER----------------SYDNEY: MARTIN MEMBER--------------DAVID ~FSHIK MEMBER----------------PRISCILIA FRIEND MEMBER-------------------WALIACE HALL We are still up-dating our files please be patient. Please keep us informed of any address changes. TALK - NOVEMBER 1987 BOOKS: People of the Three Fires, Ottawa, Potawatomi and Ojibwa of Michigan. $12.95 and available in hardcover $20.95 The Tree That Never Dies, History Project ~6. 95 Oral Beads: Their Use by Upper Great Lakes Indians. $8.95 VIDEOTAPES: Porcupine Quill Box Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, 1985(rental $24.95, step by step demonstration of the art of ~aking porcupine quill-decorated birch bark boxes. Black Ash Woven Baskets ( r en ta 1 $ 2 4 • 9 5 ) THE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENTS A SERIES OF Woodland Indian Basketry GR Museum $24.95 Six Historical Prints Depicting Michigan Indians. Great Lakes Indian Beadwork GR Public Museum, 1977($24.95) Taken from original charcoal drawings by Grand Rapids artist Terri Bussey . Comming soon from the Michigan Indian Press of the Grand Rapids < Inter-Tribal Council: Reproduced in striking sepia tone, 19" x 25". --a series of children's books by and about Michigan Indians. Prints commemorate each tribe of the Three Fires--The Ojlbwa,Ottawa and Potawatomi paintings and photograph. --a pictorial history of Michigan Indians. --a book of recollections by Michigan Indian elders. Excellent fo r classroom use, can be framed f or display or personal co ll ector' s items. --instructional curriculum materials for People of the Three Fires. MADE POSS IB LE BY A GRANT FROM THE MI CHIGAN COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS ALS O availa ble from the Grand Rapids In ter-Triba l Council Let the Cou ncil help build your c o llection of Michigan Indian Ed ucat i ona l materials ... and several other Michigan Indian Press Publications. �GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL STAFF-- (616) 774-8331 ADMINISTRATION 1. J. Wagner Wheeler - Executive Director 2. Loretta Yount - Administrative Assistant 3. Robert Johnson - Accountant 4. Shirley Lark - Bookkeeper/Secretary HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 5. William Memberto - Director of Health and Human Services 6. Sue Ringewold - Coordinator of Substance Abuse 7. Vick Upton - Casemanager 8. Leonard O'Bannon - Outpatient Staff Person 9. Ruth Dudley - Secretary/receptionist J.T.P.A. 10. Dawn Bush - Director of J.T.P.A. 11. Maryan Mashka - Assistant Director J.T.P.A. 12. Phillip Memberto - Job Developer 13. Pat Chivis - Job Developer 14. Chris Shomin - Recruiter 15. Rita Blumke - Secretary PUBLICATION 16. Marie Bussey - Director of Publications NATIVE AMERICAN ELDERS PROGRAM 17. Louella Collins - Native American Project Director 18. Nellie F. Baker - 19. Ronald Judson - Van Driver 20. Robert Stone - Indian Health Liaison " " Elders Specialist Anyone on staff will be glad to help you or refer you to someone else. our address: 45 Lexington St. N. w. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504-6349 �+++++++++++++++++++ t t + t+ t. t + . t+ WE THINK YOU ARE JUST WONDERFUL! WE THINK YOU'RE · REALLY GREAT!! .. + + + I I I I + + + + + + I I I I I I I II I II I I + I I I I I I I I I I I I • . I I I II I . + + + .• + + + + + t t . JUST KEEP ON · SENDING US YOUR .. + + .· . D& W, EBERHARD + AND MEIJER t REGISTER TAPES!!! t · ·~················· ' ·~ . . . ' .. ..:. . . - . �SPECIAL EVENTS: CRAFT CLASSES; GHOST SUPPER - NOVEMBER 5, 1987 POTLUCK - 6:00 PM - BRING YOUR FROM 7 : 0 0 PM INSTRUCTOR: TABLE SERVICES NOVEMBER 19, 1987 THE SECOND THURSDAY OF (12:30) PM Senior Thanksgiving Potluck E.:\C~ ~10NTH 9 : 0 0 P'.'1. ANITA SMITH 559 Oakcrest SW Wyoming, MI TELEPHONE : -S..J 8 - _5-3 ti fSENIORS ROOM (DOWNSTAIRS) 45 LEXINGTON GRAND RAPIDS, MI ROSEANNA MARTELL - OUTREACH WORKER FROM DSS. IS HERE ON TUESDAY AND THU~SDAY FROM 10:00 AM to 2:00 - DOl·:-XSTAIRS IN THE SENIOR ROOM. COUNCIL CLOSED--------November 26 and 27, 1987 DECEMBER 17, 1987------SENIOR CHRISTMAS PARTY (12:30 PM) The Council is particapating in: POTLUCK-- CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT DROP BOX PROGRAM. DECEMBER 24 and 25, 1987 FAIR HOUSING - GRAND RAPIDS CITY CODE CHAPTER 160 - 1968, 1977. COUNCIL WILL BE CLOSED Senior Meals are served on TUESDAY and THURSDAY at 11:30 AM ($2.00 donation from non-Seniors) AA MEETINGS ARE HELD EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY FROM 7 to 9 PM NEED A RIDE PLEASE CALL GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING EVERY MONTH, THE SECOND TUESDAY AT 7:30 EVERYONE IS WELCOME ROBERT STONE IS HERE MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY. ----------------------------------- Discrimination in housing because of race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, sex, marital status, handicapped status or public assistance recipient status is prohibited. If you have a complaint, the Council has forms for you to fill out and your own envelope is provided (for confidentiality) and insert in the drop box. A staff member from the City of Grand Rapids' Equal Opportunity Department will contact you in the near future regarding your complaint. ITS NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSE ! AT LEXINGTON SCHOOL. HEALTH NURSE IS HERE ON TUESDAY ONLY FROM 10:00 - 12:45. You can find her downstairs around 11:30, having lunch with the Seniors. �< ! .-. The ~ ichiga~ Indian fress is gathering contempora'.ry photographs for a book to be published on Michigan Indian h~story and culture . Fhotos should depict rr.ichigan Indian pe ofle in a variet~1?f:--__ contemporary scenes. Send all ph7tos ~FHOTC BOG~ FUBLIGATIGN Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal ouncil 45 Lexington N.W. . ~ ,., d Kap1 • d s, ..~1cn . . ' . ~ 95011~ 0ran I' 11 / *Flease include self addressed/ s·tamped retur n of •uhoto$. / I / , I I I ! \ \ I \ / I l I \ \ I II I I I I / I l II \ ·- I f .i " i ., ,,-,\I :•'., �COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ALCOHOL A~D ALCOHOLISM Misinformation and misconceptions about alcohol and alcoholism have long pervaded the public consciousness. The following are among the most commonly held misconceptions surrounding alcohol and alcoholism. 1: ALL PEOPLE REACT SIMILARLY TO THE SAME AMOUNTS OF ALCOHOL. Several physical and psychological factors do, in fact, cause people to react differently. PHYSICAL factors include: RATE OF CONSU!-lPTION--the faster, the greater the effect-; Foo:r>=I; the stornach--food slows down the rate of absorption-; Type of Bevera~-alcohol consumed in wine or beer has a slower effect then similar amounts contained in liquor-; Body Weight- heavy people have less a reaction to a given amount of alcohol than lighter people-; Body chemistry- reactions will vary because of individual chemical make-ups Psychological factors include the situation in which the drinking occurs, a person's mood, attitude and his drinking experience. 2: ALCOHOL IS THE CAUSE OF ALCOHOLIS~. If this were so all drinkers would be alcoholics. The complex causes of alcoholism are the subject of much research. 3: ALL ALCOHOLICS ARE SKID ROW BUMS. Actually only 3% of all alcoholics are on "skid row". The remainder lead relatively normal lives. It often requires 5 to 20 years before alcoholism incapacitates a victim. 4: ALCOHOLICS ARE HELPLESS DRUNKS. Alcoholism can be arrested with proper treatment. 65% to 70% of employed alcoholics recover and lead normal lives if they receive treatment. 5: ALCOHOLIS~ IS A SELF-INFLICTED MORAL PROBLEM. The American Medical Association calls alcoholism a disease. Labeling it a moral problem is as ludicrous as doing the same to any other disease(ie, cancer) ******************* A MESSAGE TO ALL: If you choose not to drink ... Know your own positive reason ar1nk1ng and examine your attitude honestly. for not Expect others to respect your choice. Your confidence will command respect and ward off teasing and arguing which often creates difficulty. Respect the drinker's choice to drink. Respect is a two way street and sneering at a drinker may cause him to criticise your decision to obs ta in. If you chose to drink ... Don't abuse yourself ~hen drinking. Understand how to use alcohol wisely. Face the risks of drinking too much. And please, respect the attitude of nondrinkers-- �PLJ-NE \rd~res+ed OJ I B w E ~ a+ Come. L~xi~4on '57ecia I a leccn·ni nj i<"l. ?\e.ase. -o~d j .-to sreak: oiV} S~hool _We.. p lc~ce.. ~r . have. '/OU-_ l.l5iP-37~0 Call u $ ~or more 1f\ .t; r ~a +\o 0 . ()1 Ci) b l ~ S ho tn ~ ~ w ~' I be. ~ \,,e_ \ n. s+ru c...-+or. __,r ' ............... ~ ,,,, ,,, ........... _.,,,,... WEDN£$illY NI Giit o~ ARt Nia,. I - • ' ' INS1'&.Vc.n .... ~ ELA\NE bALC..riel'. ""'---.......__,,,-...........~ ~ ../ ~..--·---......_, �Grand Rapids Community With school comes Education • Homework • Math Assignments • Flashcards •Spelling • Book Reports Your children need your.help. Are you ready? Learn how to help with• Math •Reading •Spelling • & many other classes at - LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL - WESTSIDE COMPLEX - SERVANTS COMMUNITY CHURCH Show your children that school is important. Register now! - - - - - - - 456•3720 .......... .... ...... ~-~~ ~ , �• COHHUHITY EDUCATION HEHS COHING NOVEHBER 17th TREES OF HEAVEN by A sculpture brought to you the Lexington School Art Dept. Opening Reception funded by a grant f~om the G.R. Edu,:at.ion NEU * * 1:00 Fund 111NI-COURSE HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS Nov. Tues. 9- Dec. ·~ 11 Thur:..•. 12: .J(J- :2; i ~; Ho liday decorations Ornaments Gifts t • .:; cred i ts Public �IT IS NOT EASY To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To To Apologize. Begin Over. Take Advice. Be Unselfish Admit Error. Face A Sneer. Be Charitable. Keep Tryping. Be Considerate. Avoid Mistakes. Endure Success. Profit By Mistakes. Forgive and Forget. Think and Then Act. Keep Out Of A Rut. Make The Best Of Little. Subdue An Unruly Temper Shoulder A Deserved Blame. Recognize the Silver Lining. BUT IT ALWAYS PAYS MAKE AN INDIAN CHOKER A CHOKER MADE with hairpipes and crow beads is simple enough for even children to make. The large pieces are easy for small fingers to grasp. The finished craft can be worn by both men and women, though the woman's choker usually has fewer rows. WHAT YOU NEED: (16) hairpipes 1-1 / 2 inches long; (32) crow beads in a light color; (64) crow beads in a contrasting dark color; 4" sq. of thick leather; (2) yds of leather thonging or strips for lacing; leather hole punch. WHAT YOU DO: 1. Cut two circles leather about 1-3/4 Draw a line through Punch four holes in 1/4 in. apart. from the hard in. across. the center. this line about 2. Cut three strips of hard leather 1-1/2 in. long and about 3/8 inch wide. Punch four holes in each strip about 1/4 in. apart. 3. Tie a knot in ~ne end of the leather lacing. String a hard leather circler then add the be~ds and hairpipes · as picture. After three beads, add a leathe~ strip and repeat. 4. When you finish the first row, run the lacing through the second circle, bring it bac~ through the circle and start the second row of beads. Repeat until you have the number of rows you need. Pull the lacing until it is tiqht, then tie a knot. 5. Fold the circle in half so the knots are covered up. Punch a hole through both layers: Use one end of a 6 inch piece of lacing to hold the edge of the circle together. Use the rest of the lacing as a tie. Repeat with the other circle. 6. If you wish, you ffiay ~ant to add a shell or some other decoration to the center o= the choker so it will hang down into the opening of your shirt or blouse. Try different things until you find something you like best. �t.\ 1 • Nove'f'<\ be~ - I At\ 'l-~ LJ~d fue_s fY\ DY") Su'f'\ - ~ - IC/'3'7 - +R ,· . JhvR5 __!± J ,,It ..s 1-1 R SoPIJE G,-f/lJSt ' -SAf - ~ ~.'OD -'fJo./fo~K [3"W-; l\'\e~I~ IJ·.J:J SR. _j_ A~ ')-1 _!]_ /{) Vete.~A~ I/ - IS /Ip l ~ 13 . l.:J.. ~ A~r5.....CAAFT C.l~SS (? r-'1) _sA.AdO......, .S~ M c~I~ ll'.3o 141'1 '}-'I r-Y rt\ \.-c. '1 '. 3 n AA >')-'j I ! - ·' ()'\e&l\1~(11:30) .... 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6141ff721025fb9d0bd18ac66d8f63fb.pdf ee0214986212eb10dd7ad4d786d2a448 PDF Text Text GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION TURTLE TALK - OCTOBER 1987 Executive Director J. Wagner Wheeler Also available from the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council: Editor-----------------Loretta Yount Let the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council help build your collection of Michigan Indian educational GRITC BOARD OF Directors materials ... President-------------- George Martin BOOKS: The Tree That Never Dies: · Oral History of Michigan Indians. V. President---------------John Hart Treasurer-------------Roger Williams Secretary---------------Mary Roberts Sgt.At-Arms------------ Geri Conway Mernber-----------------Sydney Martin Beads: Their Use By Upper Great Lakes Indians. Videotapes: Porcupine Quill Boxes (Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 1985) $24.95 - Rental. Black Ash Woven Baskets$20. 9 5 (rental) Mernber--------------David Wonegeshik Mernber--------------Priscilla Friend Woodland Indian Basketry (Grand Rapids Public Museum, 1975) $24.95 Mernber------------------Wallace Hall Great Lakes Indian Beadwork(l977) $24.95. We have been up-dating our files for the past several months. We are sorry if you are not as yet receiving your Turtle Talk, PLEASE be patient with us. Coming_ soon f rorn the Michigan Indian Press of the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council •.. It is very important you keep us informed if your address has changed --We need to know the old address, the new address and both zip codes. GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH AT 7:30 PM, EVERYONE IS WELCOME. "People of the Three Fires" Book is available in handsome softcover ($12.95) and hardcover ($20.95), add $3.50 postage and handling for the first item and $1. 00 for each additional item,, LEXINGTON SCHOOL STARTS SEPTEMBER 14, 1987. REGISTER. NOW!!!! GRANDMOTHER, an illustrated children's book, by Terri Bussey -- a pictorial history of Michigan Indians -- a book of recollections by Michigan Indian Elders -- instructional curriculum materials for People of the Three Fires· And several other Michigan Indian Press i?Ublications. HEALTH & HUM.l\.N SERVICFS now h.:=ts (2) staff members. Ruth Dudley is our new surmort staff and Leonard . O'Bannon is our Substance Abuse Outpatient Counsel en:·. You are welcome to drop by and say "Hello". TUR'T'LE TALK DID NOT GO LAST MON':r'H. SORRY ABOUT. THAT - material was late corning back from the orinters. �GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 45 Lexington N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 PRESENTS 3 l"IONTH *** L.W.E. 6 MONTI.of OR TRAINING PROGRAMS ~ou <Limited Work Experience) - Earn while learn! *** J.T.P.A. <Job Training Partnership Act> NC1tive American Program Bonus payment for completing your diploma. Must complete through Community Education Classes. - Must be 1/4 Indian - Age 18 through 26 <males must be registered for draft> - Must meet income guidelines **"* O.J.T . On the jo_b _ t_r.:._ai_n in g, _ _iob successful training in your dream Job. Computer placemeot__ af!_er Clerical Skills Word Processing Typing/Filing Business Skills • We are locking for learning <:Ind f?mployment YOU ! ! ! Call today - Native Americans opportLlnit.:ies. 774-8331 seeking excellent We are looking for Ask for Phillip or Patty. �- - - - - - - - -·- - - · ··- --- · - - PAUL B. HENRY 111 FIDUAI. ~ GIWIO R.utos. Ml 49103 (8111411-1313 IT!f DISTI!ICT. MICliicwt COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND LABOR ANNE KNOX COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Congrtss of tbt Wnittb ~tates SELECT COMMITTEE ON AGING J1oust of l\tprtstntatibts 211 CAN- HOUR 0 - BUILOlllO WA8MINGTOll. DC 205115 (202) 2215-3131 MARY F. LOBISCO llllMllllSTllATIVI AUISTIJfT 8Uf)ington, iBC 20515 July 8, 1987 Mr. Joe John Northern Michigan Ottawa Ass'n 1324 Hamilton, N.W. · Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Dear Mr. John: I want to thank you for your recent letter concerning H.R. 1989. I realize the importance of this issue and would like to shed some light on the current situation regarding this piece of legislation. As you know, a similar bill was introduced last June in the 99th Congress. However, before any action could be taken on this measure, the Congress adjourned. This years bill, proposed by Mr. Davis, has a few different factors holding it back. First, the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs has not scheduled any hearings on this matter. Furthermore, several tribal groups have expressed concern over this particular legislation. Although the basis for their contention is somewhat arbitrary, it is my understanding that until there is complete agreement, H.R. 1989 will not be pushed forward. Once again, I thank you for bringing this issue further to my attention. I will ~et you know if any new developments arise. With best wishes, I am Si~ly yours, ./ i PCL'~~ ~E~~y • Member of Congress PBH:bf �September 1, 1987 • The Honorable Paul Henry Congress of the United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Congressman Henry: First of all, I want to thank you for your letter of July 8, 1987, responding to our concerns and the need to support H.R. 1989. Your response raised a couple of issues concerning which l would like more information. You indicated in your letter that several tribal groups have expressed concern with the distribution plan. I would like to know who these specific tribal groups are. Through my many contacts with tribal groups in Western Michigan, I am not aware of who these tribal groups with contentions might be. I would also like to request through your office a copy of the study being completed by the staff of Congres61Dan Davis concerning the contentions of these tribal groups. Finally, I would like to request the current status of judgment funds with accumulated interest for Dockets 18-E. 58 1 364 and 18-R. I would hope you and your staff could give prompt attention to my requests. The Northern Michigan Ottawa Association is having its 39tb Annual Council Meeting on September 19, 1987. An agenda item will be a status report on the above referenced dockets. Thank you -again for your attention to this longstanding matter. Sincerely, Joe John Chairman Unit 4 Northern Michigan Ottawa Association (Descendants Group) 1324 Hamilton, N.W. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 • �Received September Z6, Z987 Joe John, Unite 4 AN A LY S I S 0 F H • R • 1 9 89 , I IJD I A l l CLA I :-1 S I3 I LL FOR TIIE OTTAWA AlJD CHIPPEWA HIDI.l\lJS OF MI CJIIGAtl I. Background Information on Dockets and Decisions. The funds for these judgement distrib~tions were appropriated in 1972. Before any distribution of the funds to individuals or the tribe~ can be made, a plan for the use of the funds by tribal unit, the individual tribe members, and tl1e descendent groups must be approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs COIA). A plan was developed between the"BIA and re~resentatives of the descendent g~oups and tribes in 198~ at the Hinneapolis conferen~e. Judgement funds from Dockets 18-E and 53 are designated for tile Ottmrn and Chippewa Indians of Michigan, and docket 18-R addresses funds for the Sault Ste. Marie Dand of Chippewa Indians. The amounts are as follows. DOCKET 18-~ 58 FUJ.IDS Ill 1972 $10,109,003 FU fl DS 0 ltf 8 6 $31,595,923 (rotAy FUllDS 6/30/87 $ 3 II 1 6 118 1 3 0 6 • 9 0 364 $25,233 $53,294 $ 6 I~ 18-R $15,000 $28' 0110 $ 3 11 ' 0 7 2 ' 9 0 1 759 1 56 ~The following will benefit from the distribution of said funds; The Bay '~Mills Indian Community, The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewas (these are the Fed e r a 11 y re cog n i z e d 0 t t m-1 a a n d Ch i p pew a t r i b a 1 s u c c es so r organizations), and descendents who are recognized as members of tribal groups , ha v in g at 1 east 1 / ll ind i an b 1 o o d . II. Distribution of funds within tile tribal units will be under the following conditions. BAY MILLS IUDIAU COMMUHITY: Uo more than 803 of their share may be available for per capita payments, and not less than 203 will be for ·tribal social and. economic development. Tribal development may include an inv~stment fund which will provide dividend payments to all members of the tribe. SAULT STE. MARIE TRIDE: Hot more than 203 of the tribal share will be used to establish an elderly assistance program which will mal~e periodic payments to tribal members over the age of 55. The remainder of their funds will be used in an investment fund for the annual budget of the tribe. There may be periodic dividend payments made to all members of the tribe from the investment fund. GRAND TRAVERSE BAUD OF OTTAWA AllD CHIPP~WA ItlDIAtlS: llot more than 807. of the funds will be available for per capita payments, and not less than 20~ will be for tribal social and economic development. �Page Two DESCENDENT GROUP SHARE: Will be distributed on a per capita basis to all individuals as detirmined eligible by the Secretary. III. Recognized Tribes of Michigan BAY MILLS COUNCIL (906)248-324 GRAHD TflAVERSE BAND OF OTTAWA AllD CllIPPEW/\S (616)271-3538 HAlltJAHVILLE It!DIAN COMM. COUIJCIL (906)'~66-23'12 KEEWAHAW BAY TRIBAL COUIJCIL (906)353-6623 SAGI!JAW CHIPPEWA TRIBAL COUtJCIL (517)772-5700 SAULT STE. MARIE CHIPPEWAS(906)635-6050 IV. Petitioning Tribes of Michigan BURT LAKE BOARD OF OTTAWA AHD CHIPPEWAS .•.... MO PHOIJE COUSOLIDATED BAllWETIG OJIBIWAY AUD MJ\CKillAC TRIBES(90G)635-9521 llUROf.I POTOWATJ\fHS(616)729-5151 LAC VIEW DESERT(906)358-4722 POTOW/\TAMI INDIA!·! IJATIOIJ I!lC.(616)42Li-5553 V. Related-Pertinent Organizations and Agencies ll.U.D. REGION 5, 1-800-621-3239 BUREAU OF IIJDIAIJ AFFAIRS, UHDERSEC. FRAllY- RYAN, Il • 1\ • R • F • ( 2 0 2 ) 7 8 5- LI 1 6 6 (202)3'13-6381 VI. Details of Docket and Dates 18-R Additional payment for land purchased from the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewas, on June 16,1820. 10,200 acres. '$8 ·& 18E Regards lands acquired on July 6, 1820, and March 28, 1836. 3611 Is an accounting claim under Articles 1 & 2 of July 31, 1855. Based on investments, and interest on the balance of payments of Articles 1 & 2. Docket 364 states individuals in the docket are the same as those addressed in article 53. · �_Grand . Rapids Community With school comes Education •Homework • Math Assignments • Flashcards • sp·elling .~ • Book Reports . Your children need your.help. Are you ready? Learn how to help with• Math •Reading •Spelling · • & many other classes at "' - LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL - WESTSIDE COMPLEX · - SERVANTS COMMUNITY CHURCH Show your children that school is important. _R_e_g_is-te_r_n_o_w_!- - - 456 • 3720 ~·-u- super1n1enden1 of School~ �PLJ-NE i<"l \n.-terested le()rnin3 -io speak 03113 WE~ Come. -o . . . d join us a+ L<e:xi~ion S<!.hool .We.. have. a s7ecid I p l~ce.. ?\e.ase. Calt 1V\ .t; v- VY\ a +\o 0 . be. -\-\ii e.... \ n. ~r 'fOU... 1i5l.o-37;(CJ ()1 a b l e_ S -.r-or rvto~e.. S ho tl'\ ; ..,_ w ~ ' I +ru c...-+ or . �LEARN ABOUT MARIJUANA Marijuana comes from the cannabis plant and has been used for centuries. Pot . ("reefer," "grass," or "weed") is native to America and grown worldwide. But it's not a simple drug. The psychoactive ingredient, and the one most often studied, The least patent, . most common form of THC: dried leaves, buds, and stems. 1970'• 1980'• potency potency A more patent form of THC: pressed resin from the can· nabis plant The most patent, condensed THC: distilled liquid resin, often added to a joint. Potency today. Marijuana is roN 2· 1o times stronger than it was 1o years ago. Potency varies from climate to climate and ounce to ounce, so it's hard to know and regulate the "dose" of THC you're taking. How It's Used Smoking pot in a joint or with a pipe is the quickest way to deliver THC to the brain. A bong or rush tube is a larger pipe that sends smoke to the lungs more efficiently. A roach clip lets the user smoke the joint down to its tiny butt (or "roach"). Some users bake pot into brownies or cookies to avoid lung irritation, but less THC is absorbed when eaten. The Law. No matter what you've heard, marijuana is illegal (except in Alaska!. In some states, possession of less than an ounce is a misdemeanor, punishable by fine. In other states, possessing any amount of pot is a felony, punishable by jail term. Growing and selling pot is also illegal. 4 �is THC ltetrahydrocannabinol). Different forms of cannabis-dried leaves and buds, hash, and hash oil-'-have different amounts of THC. Research on marijuana continues, but there are now several known health risks caused by heavy use. Health Risks _.. ~ ·.r~ ._.:< • rain. Mari- ., . Heart. Marijuana speeds a user's heartbeat j as much as 50% ~ while high, an •; increased risk \ for anyone with \ heart disease. ~ . .:;1 { Heavy use seems to depress the immune system, which may make it hard to fight off colds, flus, and other viruses. - :-' - - 'itt«i°na inhibits short-term memory, slows reaction time, and impairs visual tracking (the ability to follow moving objects accuratelyl. Frequent use is also linked to cognitive impair- I ment (an inability to abstract and understand concepts). Lungs. Marijuana smoke irritates the throat and lungs and has twice as much "tar" as cigarette smoke. Frequent use is linked to an increased risk of lung cancer, bronchitis, and emphysema. Immune system. _ _,......,._....,B ~ ' Reproduction. :frequent use is linked to a decreased sperfn cotint and sperm movement (motilityl in m~; and irregular ovulation and menstrual cycle~ in women. THC also travels through the placenta and has caused complications during pregnancy. The Jury's Now In. With the dramatic increase in marijuana's potency, the jury's now in. Marijuana is no longer seen as an "innocent" drug. Research on the drug continues, but what is already known about marijuana's health risks is serious cause for concern. 5 �POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE MICHIGAN COHHISSION ~N INOIAN AFFAIRS 611 W. Ottawa· 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 OCTOBER 3-4 Mt. Morris, MI 4th Annual "~onor our Heritage" Pow Wow, sponsored by Genesee Indian Center & County Indian Education Committee, E.A. Cummings Center, 6130 E. Mt. Morris Rd., Contact: Alevn Carter at (313) 239-6621. OCTOBER 14-16 Grand Rapids, MI "Circle of Life" Conference at Midway Motor Lodge, pre-reg. $35., registration onsite $50. Contact: Vickie Miller at ( 517) 792-4610 NOVEMBER 7 Anchor Bay, MI Fall Conference (Feast) sponsored by A.I.C.L.C •• hosted by Anchor Bay, Contact: Sharon Kata at (313) 984-3101, ext. 37 NOVEMBER 7, 8 & 9 Chicago, Ill. Annual Chicago Pow Wow at the Navy Pier, Contact: (312 ) 275-5871 JANUARY 15, 16 & 17, 1988 (Alternate Date: JANUARY 29-;-1'0 & 31) Ortonville, Ml A.I.C.L.C. Winter Survival Camp, Camp Tamerack, Contact: Sharon Kata at (313) 984-3101, Ext. 1137. FEBRUARY 13 (If no snow, FEBRUARY 20) Marine City, MI "Snowsnake Tournament" at East China School on Meisner Rd., Contact: Nila Young at (313) 765-4998. MARCH 30 Warren, MI Annual Indian Author's Dinner, 7 p.m., Butcher School, Cjntact: Sharon Kata at (313) 984-3101, ext. 1137. APRIL 30 Algonac, Mf' American Indian Day Festival,sponsored by Blue Water A.I. Cooperative .and A.I.C.L.C., free admission, traders welcome, no fee, Contact: Robert Holloway at (313) 794-9364. �OCTOBER 2-4 "Education & the Rural Economy Program Development for Aduit Learners. For further infonnation contact: Office of Community Service, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-2i34. 11 OCTOBER 3-4 4th annual "Honor our Heritage" Pow Wow, sponsored by Genesee Indian Center &county Indian Education Corrmittee, Mt. Morris, MI, E.A. CIJl'llTlings Center, 6130 E. Mt. Morris Rd., contact Aleyn Carter at (313) 239-6621. OCTOBER 7-10 3rd annual International Indian Child Conference, Calgary Convention Center in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. For further infonnation contact: Ethel C. Krepps, President, hnerican Indian Social Workers' Association at (405) 942-7203. OCTOBER 14-16 "Ci rel e of Li fe Conference, Midway Motor Lodge, Grand Rapids, MI, pre-registration $35., onsite registration $50. Contact Vickie Miller at (517) 792-4610. OCTOBER 9-10 11-12 4th annual Juried American Indian Arts Festival, will feature over 50 /llnerican Indian fine artists, traditional dancers, storytellers and perfonning artists/musicians. There will be a juried Art Competition for arts &crafts. Oct. 9th will be a special day for youth groups only, Saturday-Monday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rankokos Indian Reservation, Rancocas, New Jersey. For further infonnation contact Kristin at (609) 261-4747. 11 OCTOBER 15 Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs meeting to be held in St. Ignace, MI, public welcome, contact (517) 373-0654. OCTOBER 22-24 1987 Native American Science Education Assoc. Conference, 3rd regional Bridges conference will be held in Anchorage, Alaska. Pre-registration fee $100., late registration $125. This event promises to be the largest and most innovative. Conference kick off will include dinner and reception at the Anchorage Fine Arts Museum. The schedule will include 50 workshops, 3 outstanding keynoters and craft exhibitions from Alaska. Special international focus will be on circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries and invited guests from Soviet Siberia. For additional infonnation contact Rene Cochise at 1-800-843-1652 (National Headquarters). 11 OCTOBER 25-28 · 11 "Protecting Chi 1dren: Renewing our Commi ttment, 11th annua 1 meeting and conference to be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotei :n Austin, Texas. For additional infonnation contact Kathern Bond at (303) 695-0811 or 1-800-2ASK-AHA. 11 --------------------------~--------------------------------- �., f t f:. "" ~ ~ ~ - ~ ' (fl c 1 t' •• ~ Vi ..,~ ']) .3) -.,le I ..J) L S' ; ..., ' oQ r:r~f r : 1~ r. - - r-- . %) lS "i1' . ..1 - 0 .::s. ~ . 3 ~ ...l _...' _S) . ~ :D :!) ~ ~ ~ t j 3 1'1 ~t ~ 0 Gl +0 (I) (I 1~ ~ ....:> () o· Vt 0-- ~ (0 ~ ~ ..; r~ ~ OQ ,,, ,.....~f - 31 ~ J) ,.~ ...) 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6e07bc2c877cd5251459cfc48d4ebd73.pdf d4fcfc2b32624ed0fa549dc093497136 PDF Text Text GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION JULY il987 TUR'l'LE TALK LXecutive Director------J. Wagner Wheeler Editor-------------------I..oretta Yount GRITC Board of Directors President------------George Martin Vice tPr-esident----------John Hart Treasurer--------------Roger Williams Secretary--------------Mary Roberts Sgt-of-Anns-------------Ron Yob Member------------------Dave Shananaquet Mernber------------------Sydney Martin Mernber------------------David Wonegeshik Member------------------Viola Currmings THL GRAND .KAP lDS 1.NT.t:R-1'RIBAL COUNCIL AND LEXlNGTCN EDUCATION ~NTER "WISH • TO c'ONGRA:!'UIATE 'l'HE FOLLOWlNG STUDENTS : ************************************** * * * * * '' * * • x NATIVE AMERICA.N GRADUATION DINNER Was held May 20, 1987. The dinner this year was held at 45 Lexington. Beautiful evening, a little hot, but rrost students didn't mined. Plenty of food. Our Sue Matur'kanich was busy taking pictures , helping her was Kaye lewis. So many people to thank for decorating the gym, they really did an outstanding job. Then= wen= so Illr3J1Y happy faces. We wish +:hem the best. Hope they come back to visit now and then. The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council ~ership was held the following evening with potluck dinner. Its Election time once JOC)re. Runnign for office will be George Martin and Mary Roberts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * David Shananaquet and Ron Yob will not ***************************************** New nominees are: 1.eAnne Silvery Betty Shelby Priscilla Friend Geri Conway Wally Hall Elizabeth Gibbs. **************************************** * * * * * * * * Fred Keinhartl 'I: '°' -:: * 'I: * * * * * * '" Frosty Chandler Nancy ::>heneman Laurie Hiruron cinc:ty Allen .Marlen Willians Jack Schippers Lenny Rittenhouse *I Mary Quam * Karen Hutcherison ·T· * * * * '~ ;'; * '" ,~ 1: be running for board again. Jeff Magnuson ~heresa Aguilar Diane Luc.ht Lori Osbun Francis carew Helen .McKinney Diane Leaureaux Beth LJelis rrancis Crampton Sianey Hall Kan2n Bowers Kaye lewis David Barwell Bormie McDonough Hal Yeaky Janet l:tr'ailey Joanne Matinez Lori DuVemeay D=nnis Kridlar Larry Christiansen Linda Bateman Jack Sischo Mary Pierce lee Magnuson Vivian Pecynski * * * * ·=-~: -:: .,, ;': ;': 1: ,., -:: **************R**R******************** Elections were held June 13, 1987 at the PCM-WCM from 8-8p.rn. The results of the ~lections are: '"'':George Martin ,Mary Roberts, Ge1'i Conway, 1--'riscilla Friend, Wally Hali,'::': ,.,,,,,","-_':Con grat ulati ons ,·:,': -.':ri':·l: ,•:,•:,': ,•:,•: ,.,,.: ;': BOA.Tm OF DI.t<ECl'ORS MELTING WlLL BE JULY 21, 1987 -7:00p.m. Here at NEX'l' ILXINGTUN �GRITC Substance Abuse Services To Sponsor a Camping Trip GRITC Health &Human Services Program. Indian Health Program The Substance Abuse Services Program is piloting a summer activity for youth and their parent(s) this sunmer. Youth participating in this sunrner activity will range in ages from 6 years old to 17 years of age. Hopefully it will provide some activities for the children and their parents that otherwise would not have access to. We are presently having a raffle to get proper equipment and other items for future outings, since this activity will become selfsupporting. We are looking forward to having several campouts before the end of the surrmer. Our first outing is July 7,8 & 9th, and we will be camping at the Grand Rogue River Campsite, just o~tside of Grand Rapids in Belmont, and will have up to 15 participants, which will include the children and their mother or father. Our activities \'/ill include swimming, fishing and games structered around our culture. Evenings will include storytelling around campfires. Feel free to contact us regarding future outings. On September 24th, the Indian Health Program will be sponsoring, in coordination with Association For the Blind, a Glucoma Testing day, for people over 18 years of age. The testing hours will be from 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Don't take chances with your sight! Mark this date on your calendars!!!SEE YOU THEN! GRITC Health & Human Services Program: Emergency Food Program The Emergency Food Program hours are from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. Please come between these hours only for emergency food. There are some restrictions that apply; please call 774-8331, extension #17 for more infonnation. Nishnabe A.A. Group The Nishnabe A.A. Group now has movies on a monthly basis. Movies are either A.A. related, or substance abuse related. There are no costs to movie-goers. Movies are on the second Monday of each month. Please call 774-8331, and ask for Toni for further infonnation. Also, A.A. meets on Mondays &Thursdays, at 7:00 p.m. Transportation is provided for those who need it. Please call on Monday or Thursday, and ask for Leonard or Bob Stone. �l'ff'TA'WA INDIAN LANGUAGE ar-a.nd Father Mish'shom'sina 2. Grand Mother Gush'na s. Father Nos'sin'na •• Meth er Gush'she s. Elder Much'chig'wis 6. Baby Be 'no' j ese 1. Uncle She:shan a. Aunt Doug'shan 9. Counsin nee'tow'we 10. Sen Doosh'ne'geem 11. Sons Doosh'ne'geem'muk 12. Daughter Donis 13. Daughters Donis suk 14. Brother in law neach'kee'way'zee 15. Father in law She'nis 16. Nephew Ningo'ness 17. Grand son nosh'shen 18. Sister in law neen'moken 19. Widow She'ga'way 21). Bachelor Ba'she'go'sa GT~ndpa is beating on th~ bi~ drum. Mishorn sina matakgonornon kitchi boworn kickon. �"Facts About Alcoholism" THE GOOD NEWS-- - Alcoholism is ranked among the The good news is that alcoholism first three of our nation's health has the highest recovery rate problems. of any major disease. There is - Alcoholism accounts for 40% of a wide variety of treatment and all admissions to mental hospitals. self-help programs available and - There are over 100,000 deaths there are proven ways to get each year in the United States well. And for most recovering because of alcohol abuse. alcoholics, their "new" life is - Alcoholism is a progressive a daily adventure more gratifyillness and, unless it is treated ing and valuable that anything can cause insanity and death. experienced even prior to add- Alcohol is the most abused ict ion. drug in the United States. - Alcohol is involved in over 50% Just remember--alcoholism is a of all arrests. progressive disease. It never - Problem drinkers are increasing gets better and it WILL get at the rate of 500,000 a year. worse without help. - Twenty to fifty percent of gen* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * eral hospital beds are occupied by people whose illness is assoWHERE TO GET HELP ... ciated with alcohol abuse. A final fact about alcoholism .. Millions of Americans have got- No one ever takes a drink with ten sober through Alcoholics the intention of becoming an alAnonymous since it was founded coholic. nearly fifty years ago. Now dozens of other self-help and Excerpted from"Facts About Alcofellowship groups like Al-Anon, holism"-- Tri-county M.H.C., Alateen and Narcotics Anonymous Salisbury,NC. are providing similar help and inspiration to families and inAlways keep in mind that however dividuals while thousands of it is described, alcoholism is treatment programs throughout not a mortal sin or character dethe U.S. are dedicated to the fect. Alcoholism is a desease-renewal and recovery of our a primary, chronic, treatable, nation's chemical dependents. progressive and --unless arrested, terminal disease. Treatment is available, and if you'd like information about where to call or go, there are pamphlets in the Substance Abuse office or A.A. room. There is still meetings on Thurs. eve., at 7:00 p.m. at the G.R.I.T.C.--room 3 or 2. Alcoholism does not mean that you are a bad person. It is a disease and can be treated. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * WHAT IS A.A.? A.A. is an inLernational fellowship of men and women who once had a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional, self-supported, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical, and almost omnipresent. There are no age or educational requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something abo;ut his or her drinking problem. �June 25, 1987 The Honorable Paul Henry Congress of the United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Congressman Henry: As a representative of an American Indian descendant group in the Fifth District, I want to express our strong support of H.R. 1989. This bill was introduced on April 8, 1987 by Congressman Bob Davis. The bill concerns judgment funds of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan pursuant to Dockets 18-E, 58, 364, and 18-R. Hopefully, the three (3) Federally recognized groups are also in support of and satisfied with the Bill as it has so developed. We feel that after 39 years of internal political strife and dissatisfaction, it is due time that this business be concluded and resolved in alignment with H.R. 1989. Of all involved in this Claims Award, it would seem that the only ones to benefit at this point are the big banks and the attorneys. We hope appropriate attention and prompt action will be taken by Congress this year. Please keep us informed as to the progress and developments. We urge your support of H.R. 1989. Sincerely, 0 ~ ~eYJohn- Chairman Unit 4 Northern Michigan Ottawa Association (Descendants Group) 1324 Hamilton, N.~. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 �SNACKS! 45 LEXINGTON N. W. AUGUST 27, 1987 THURSDAY TIME: 1- :3 PM AGES: :3 TO 8 YRS EVERYBODY • �GOLF TOURNAMENT Two Person Best Ball Hen, Women or Mixed Saturday, August 1st, 1987 Orchard Hills Golf Course 714 - 125th Ave. Shelbyville, Michigan (616) 672-7096 Registration: 8:30 A.H. Tee-Off: 9:00 A.M. Entry Fee: $20.00 per person Cpower carts extra) Prize Money based on number of entries $9.00 ...... Green Fees $10.00 ...... Prize Money $1.00 ...... Tournament Expenses Lunch will be provided. For Further Information Contact: John Chivis, Jr. 25 - 34th St., S.E. Wyoming, Michigan 49508 (616) 243-2195 DIRECTIONS: Take 131 fran Grand Rapids to Bradley exit Turn Fast to 4-way Stop sign Turn right 1-1/2 miles to 125th Street Then Turn Fast to Golf Course �ONTARIO NATIVE GOb CHAMPIONSHIP JULY 11 & 12, 1987 LONDON, ONTARIO • $50. package consists of 2 days of golf and many extras July 11, 1987 Tee Off. begins at 12 noon at Thames Valley Golf Course. July 12, 1987 Tee Off begins at 12 noon at Fanshawe Golf Course. THAMES VALLEY GOLF CLUB 850 Sunninghill Ave. London, Ont. N&A 3L9 Clubhouse: (519) 471-5100 Pro Shop: (519) 471-5750 FANSHAWE Golf & Country Club R.R. 5, London, Ont. N&A 489 Clubhouse: (519) 455-3340 Pro Shop: (519) 455-2770 Location Map On Back Entry Form Name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Address:------------Telephone:-----------Estimated Handicap: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ M DRESS CODE F-- A chance to win a trip to Las Vegas for registrants!!! Only patrons adhering to our dress code will be permitted on the golf course or in the clubhouse. Shirts must be worn at all times. Dress shorts only. No bathing suits, gym shorts, cutoffs or tank tops. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PERMITTED ON THE GOLF COURSE. Please Register Early: Registrants are limited Make Money Order or Certified Cheque Payable to Chippewa of the Thames Golf Club. Direct entries to: Del Riley, Muncey P.O., Muncey, Ont. NOi 1VO or Ph. (519) 264-9098. Sponsored by: Chippewa of the Thames Golf Club �i / .! \ -14- * JUNE 18-20 "Conference on Minorities &Communications," Washington, D.C., for more information contact Mary Carter-Williams, coordinator, Continuing Education &Community Services Programs, School of Conmunications, Howard University, (202) 636-7491. JUNE 20 Lac Vieux Desert Road Rally, sponsored by the Baraga County Tourist Assoc., sanctioned by the American Sports Car Club, Baraga, MI, Prizes up to $500.00, rustic event. Contact Bonny Kennunen at (906) 524-7441 or 524-6300. JUNE 20-21 Lansing Pow Wow, Sleepy Hollow State Park, registration deadline is 1 :30 p.m. on 20th. Contact Linda VanLake at (517) 487-5409. * JUNE 24-27 National Congress of American Indians Mid Year Conference, Lloyd c~nter Red Lion Inn, Portland, Oregon. Conference theme "A Bill of Treaty Rights & Indian Justice," Conference will also feature a forum on the Constitutional Bicentennial to explore founding documents &concepts of the United States, Contact: NCAI at (202) 546-9404. * JUNE 24-28 1987 Festival of American Folklife: "Michigan on the Mall," The Mall, Washington, D.C., Perfonnances, craft & food traditions from the tribal, ethnic and occupational groups that comprise the rich cultural diversity & traditional heritage of Michigan's people. Contact Dept. of State, Office of the Michigan Sesquicentennial at (517) 482-1987. JUNE 26-27 Lumbee Pow Wow, Pembroke, North Carolina, contact Lumbee Regional Development Assoc., pow wow chairman (919) 521-8602. JUNE 29-JUL Y l The North American Indian Women's Assoc. annual conference, at Catholic University in Washington, D.C., Conference theme, "Approaching the 90 1 s: Emerging & Future Roles of Indian & Alaska Native Women," the Association promotes the well-being of Indian & Alaska Native Women & families. For more infonnation contact Wanda Wood at (202) 535-0507 or 325-1711. * JULY 1-5 1987 Festival of American Folklife: "Michigan on the Mall," The Mall, Washington, D.C., Perfonnances, craft & food traditions from the tribal, ethnic and occupational groups that comprise the rich cultural diversity & traditional heritage of Michigan's people, contact Dept. of State, Office of the Michigan Sesquicentennial at (517) 482-1987. �-15* JULY 2, 3, 4 & 5 Colorado Indian Market, a festival of Native American arts, dance, culture &cuisine, applications are welcomed from members of any tribal nation native to the Americas, contact: Colorado Indian Market, Application request, P.O. Box #13006, Boulder, CO 80308. * JULY 3, 4 & 5 Oneida Festival & Pow Wow, Norbert Hill Center, Oneida Reservation, Oneida, Wisc., contact (414) 869-2600. *JULY 4-5 Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Annula Pow Wow, Pow Wow grounds, tribal reservation on Shunk Rd., Sault Ste. Marie, Grand Entry at 1 p.m., contact: Susan Matrious at (906) 635-6050. * JULY 7 thru AUG. 18 Indian Youth of America, Inc. Indian Youth Camp Program (P.O. Box #2786, Sioux City, Iowa 51106); Camp Schedule: July 7-17 Buffalo Ranch Camp, near Prescott, AZ, for ages 11-15; Session I July 20-30 Buffalo Ranch Camp, near Prescott, AZ, for ages 11-15; Session II August 5-15 Camp Bob Marshall, 11-15 August 8-18 National Leadership Conference, St. Croix, Minnesota, for high school students in their sophomore or junior yr. Custe~, S. Dakota, ages Since the Youth Camp Program began in 1976, over 1,700 Indian youth affiliated with 116 tribes and coming from 19 difference states have participated in and enjoyed positive surrrner camp experience. We are presently recruiting young people for this sunmer's Youth Camp Program. $50 campership fee for each youth + transportation. For further information contact Patricia T. Gordon, Executive Director at (712) 252-3230. JULY 7 National Cherry Festival time Heritage Day theme; "Sesquicentennial Native American Village," displays and traders welcome, no fees, Traverse City, Contact Linda Stewart at (616) 941-1355. * JULY 10, 11 & 12 5th Bear River Pow Wow, Lac de Flambeau, Wisc., contact (715) 588-3303. * JULY 12-17 Midwest Institute.Alcohol & Drug Abuse Workshop, for people whose work brings them into contact with these problems. Contact: Linda Smith, Legislative Specialist, Office of Substance Abuse Services, Policy Administration, 3423 N. Logan St., Lansing, MI 48909, (517) 335-8830. �-16*JULY 13 - AUGUST 14 American Indian Lawyer Training Program, 1987 sununer course on Tribal Water Management, Albuquerque, New Mexico, contact: AILTP (415) 834-9333. JULY 16, 17 & 18 Lac Courte Oreilles "Honor the Earth" Pow Wow, Stone Lake, Wisc., contact: Stoney Larson at (715) 634-8924, 634-8924 0r . 634-2100. *JULY 17, 18 & 19 Pittsville's Centennial Pow Wow, Pittsville, Wisc., contact (715) 884-2782. JULY 17, 18 & 19 Walpole Island (Ont.) Pow Wow at High Bank Park, Hwy. 40, ferry service at Algonac, MI, contact (519) 627-1481. JULY 18-21 7th National Pow Wow, Tipton, Indiana, contact: Steve Bruce, P.O. Box #7471, Columbia, Missouri 65205 *JULY 19-22 "Working with America's Youth" Conference, sponsored by the National Resource Center for Youth Services & National Network of Runaway & Youth Services. For infonnation contact: National Resource Center for Youth Services, 440 S. Houston #751, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74127, (918) 581-2986. * JULY 21-23 "Constitutions" Conference, Reno, Nevada, subjects covered; Constitutional Content: What Tribal Leaders Need to Consider; How to Avoid Future Problems of Interpretation; How to Meet Legal Requirements; How to Handle Political Repercussions, To register call (703) 379-2900 for instant registration (FTS users, dial (202) 379-2900). Then mail check, purchase order, training fonn or authorizing letter to; Educational Services Institute, 5201 Leesburg Pike, Suite #600, Falls Church, VA 22041. JULY 23-26 9th Annual Keweenaw Bay Traditional & Spiritual Conference, Pow Wow at Ojibway Camp, Baraga, MI, U.S. 41, Contact: (906) 353-6623 *JULY 25 Parade of Sail, this event is part of a series of su11111er Sesquicentennial events and will be held in Grand Traverse Bay in Traverse City. Two Native American boats will be included in the parade. The event is expected to be viewed by nearly 200,000 people including the Nation's 50 governors who will be in Traverse City attending the., National Governor's Assoc. Annual Meeting. Contact: (517) 373-0654 or Kelly Rossman at (517) 482-1987. �*JULY 26-29 16th Annual meeting of Association of American Indian Physicians, Inc. (AAIP), Sheraton Hotel. Spokane, Washington. The meeting is open to public. Everyone invited to attend. For forther information contact AAIP office at 10013 S. Pennsylvania, Building G, Oklahoma City, OK 73159, (405) 692-1202. JULY 27-28 Joint Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs/MI Dept. of Labor meeting, Traverse City Knights Inn conference room, 618 E. Front St., public invited, contact (517) 373-0654. JULY 31-AUG. 1, 2 &3 27th Annual Wikwemikong Indian Days Pow Wow, Manitoulin Island, Ont., to be held on Pow Wow grounds, contact: Gary Manitowabi at (705) 859-3122. *AUGUST 7, 8 &9 Land of the Menominee Pow Wow, Woodland Bowl, Keshena, Wisconsin, contact: (715) 799-3958 AUGUST 7, 8 &9 10th Annual Pan American Games sponsors All American Indian Pow Wow, Michigan City, Indiana, Washington Park on the Lakefront, registration opens Friday, Aug. 7th at 2 p.m., reg. closes Sat., Aug. 8th at 1 p.m., Contact: Josephine or Cindy Fox at (219) 924-5692 or Diane Maney (after 6 p.m.) at (312) 583-5668. AUGUST 8-9 Little Elk's 3rd Annual Retreat Pow Wow, Saginaw Chippewa Campground, 7525 Tomah Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI, Contact: (517) 772-5700. AUGUST 8-9 Lac Vieux Desert Pow Wow, Watersmeet, MI, Contact: Delores Williams at (906) 358-4271 or 358-4106. * AUGUST 14, 15 &16 14th Ojibwa Nimiwin, Bayfront, Duluth, Minnesota. * AUGUST 14, 15 &16 A.A. National Native American Conference, Hannahville Potawatomi Reservation, Wilson, MI, 13 miles west of Escanaba on U.S. 2 & 41, camping available, entertainment nightly, for more information contact; (906) 466-2600 Erriest ~~~shi gaud 466-2878 Three Fires Halfway House 466-5512 Clinton Pelcher In Canada: Bern1 e Jacobs (705) 844-2087 Jerome Syrette (705) 759-0906 II II *AUGUST 15-16 Ohio American Ind'ian Council 2nd Annual Ohio Beautiful Earth Pow Wow, Harding Park, Interstate 80 to the Hubbard Sharon exit #234, go south on Main St., 3 miles to Harding Park, Hubbard, Ohio, contest pow wow over $4,000.00, contact: Vikki Dunkley at (216) 536-6852 �- ~ ·z- -- - - -- -18*AUGUST 15-16 AUGUST 15-16 Native American Gathering, Park, City Dock, Munising, Native dancers, fish boil, noon, contact Liz & victor 387-4728. Munising Bayshore features feast, crafts and more, 12 Mattson at (906) American Indian Council, Inc. 5th Annual Traditional Indian Pow Wow, Lebanon, Indiana, Boone County 4-H grounds, (Lebanon} located between Indianapolis &Lafayette, just off I-65 at the 138 mile marker, Contact: Nancy Malaterre at (317) 848-0013 or (317} 482-3315. *AUGUST 21, 22 &23 Bad River Manomin Pow Wow, Old Odanah, Bad River Reservation, Wisc., Contact: (715) 682-4214, Ashland, Wisc. * AUGUST 21-30 Michigan Folklife & Perfonning Arts Festival, Michigan State University campus, East Lansing, for more infonnation contact: Diane Sorady at 351-6620 AUGUST 22-23 Michinemackinong Pow Wow, Father Marquette Park, St. Ignace, MI, Contact Darlene Heckman at (906} 643-8002. AUGUST 22-23 11th Annual Traditional Pow Wow, Burlington, MI (fonnerly Athens), Contact Bea Pamp, P.O. Box #17, Athens, MI 49011 SEPTEMBER 5-6 Potawatomi Indian Nation, Inc. presents "Kee Boon Me Kaa Festival," South Bend, Indiana, contact: (616} 782-6323. SEPTEMBER 12-13 26th Annual Grand Valley American Indian Lodge Pow Wow, Grand Rapids, MI, Comstock Riverside Park on N. Monroe Ave., Contact: Ed Gillis at (616} 361-5380. SEPTEMBER 25 Michigan Indian Day parade &mini Pow Wow, Detroit, MI, Contact: Eva Kennedy at (313} 274-6467. • �- Ju l ~ Su~ \Y\ot\ : LJ~d , \u~ I Here on Monda .,, Wednesday and Thursday Pi(.\ 1-q - ~ ?-</ ? ~ o? I (! m~Rt'(' ~ ~~ 'I i 'i .Li NCI I . .. SA--t- Nci ' rn"fl<t~n So-1-'ne.Ai.' ' S. A~ I I I i -r~ i ThuRs l I BOB STONE - i7 "A""p.\., ' l3ol4Je ... 'I 'l-1 I/ I~ ' Ea~- lo~3o . 'f'e ~ 4 &A ~ ~ ohA,d ~ I J.. <=\~ -_. ?-1 13 I 0°A~ i e. 'T~'1 /o ~ IL/ IS ~e.H"\ P"'l\c\e-rsot ~ , .. I? Lt, : 1H\'1-'t IV ~ ' .D e bo .-. Po~~ Ptfh~ l\ I \.s+e.ve.. Tlni .._, '. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5e1bb51eb4caf0f16e36918734c5ef5c.pdf 253f09cea45ba590cb7ffaaafca21de4 PDF Text Text GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS, RESOURCES COLLECTION TURTLE TAU::: - ~( MA V J UNE 1987 Executive Di r e ctor --J. Wag ner Whee ler proudly announces publication of Edi tor---- - - - -----"People of the 'lhree GRITC Fires~ BOAR D OF DI REC TORS : 'lhe Ottawa, Potawatani an::1 Ojibwa.y of George Mat-ti n Michigan. PRES I DE NT - - - - -- - - 'v' I CE-PR E S I DEN T - - For too long, the Ottawa, Potawatani an::1 Ro g er Will 1 ams Ojibwa.y have ·been Michigan's forgotten citizens, their long an::1 honorable Mary Ri::ibet-ts history ignore:i an::1 cloake:i in myth. Now that p:ist has been recla:ime:i in a book Ronald \' ob that tells, in highly readable style, the true an::1 fascinating story of the Three Dav id Wone•;ie s h i k Fires tribes of Michigan. TREASURER------SECREA TAr,:Y - - - '.3 GT. - A T- A RM S--MEMBER---- - - - MEMBEF\- - - - - ----11E MBEI~: -- - - -- - Sy dne y Martin People of the 'lhree - Fir~s ... 1h ol a Cu mmi ngs-Paints a vivid picture of Native American • life in Michigan -from prehistoric David Shana na.quet t:imes to the present day. MEi'18ER - --- - --- ----------- -- --- ·------ - - - --- --·------- - -explores Ottawa, Potawatani an::1 Ojibwa.y Pl ease keep us inforrnai i f your address history, culture an::1 contributions has changed--We need to know the old ~ess, the DEM address an::1 both zip - is fully illustrate:i with spechlly designe:i codes. maps an::1 black an::1 white photographs, na.ny never before ·plblishel --------------------SENIOR ILJN:HES ARE BE:m'.i SERVED EVERY ·Conbines scholarship ~'litl1 readability TUESDAY AND THURSDAY - 11: 30 AM ----------------------GRI'IC Board of Directors meet the first 'fuesday of every non.th at 7:30 PM, EVERYCNE IS WEICCME DATES 'ID REMEMBER: Graduation Dinner for Native Americans May 20, 1987 _ Wednesday -is ideal for classroan use -will be enjoye:i by young adult an::1 adult readers alike -is available in harrlsare softcover (12.95) plus tax an::1 postage an::1 hardcover ($20.95) e:iitions. ------------------------ONE NICE THING ABOUT BEING IMPERFECT ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETThG AND DINNER IS THE JOY IT BRINGS TO OTHERS -----~-------------------------------- May 21, 1987 Election Day 'IHURSDAY 6:00 June 14, 1987 8 - 6 fM 'lhe gcxxl we do today ' becomes the happiness of tarorrow. �SNACKS! �HOT JOBS • COLD CASH SUMMER JOBS ARE AVAILABLE IF YOU ARE 14-21 AND LIVE IN KENT CO. FOR APPLICATIONS CONTACT: 774-8331 �LIVING AND COPING WITH AN ALCO-HOLIC* When alcoholism strikes, the afflicted is not the only one to suffer; his family, friends and co-workers endure much of the pain and suffering caused by this disease. The family, however, has the greatest burden in both coping with the alcoholic and assisting him in facing up to his affliction. The family's chief defense against the emotional impact of alcoholism is gaining knowledge and achieving the emotional maturity and courage needed to put it into effect. Counseling is imperative for both the alcoholic and his family. The Al-Anon family group for example has provided invaluable service to families of alcoholics. *********** can't Encourage the alcoholic to take on new interests and share in enjoyments as often as is possible. Take a relapse lightly if there is one. Accept these as part of the illness. DON'TS Don't preach and lecture the alcoholic or assume a "holier-than-thou" attitude toward him. Such lecturing only serves to reinforce the alcoholics guilt and may drive him to seek further solace in the bottle. Don't hide or pour out his liquor. The alcololic will invariably find the liquor he needs. DO'S AND DON'TS FOR DEALING WITH AN ALCOHOLIC-- Don't argue with an alcoholic when he is drunk. Learn the facts about alcoholism. Don't make an issue over his treatment. The alcoholic must make his own decisions and feel he has freedom of choice. Be supportive of these decisions. Develop an attitude in keeping with the facts you have learned. Your intellectual acceptance of the facts must be matched by emotional acceptance. You can't accept an alcoholics a sick person in need of help if you are still blaming him for actions resulting from his illness. Don't be jealous of the method of recovery which the alcoholic has chosen. Don't be too discouraged by the mistakes you've made, and the alcoh~lic's inability to find contented sobriety immediately. Take a personal inventory of yourself. Surprising personal problems will often be uncovered which have no relation to the alcoholic's drinking. Don't try to protect him against alcohol. It is one of the quickest ways to push him into a relapse. Go to a clinic or to A.A. Home treatment methods are not only futile but often extremely harmful. This information was excerpted from, ALCOHOLISM IN OUR SOCIETY TODAY. Maintain a healthy atmosphere in your home. A loving, supportive environment is crucial to recovery. * *********** God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change Courage to change the things I can-and wisdom to know the difference AMEN �April 20, 1987 Dear Family and Friends, This letter is to all of my friends within the Grand Rapids Inter Tribal community. With the deepest appreciation from the bottom of my hecrtI wish to "thank you" for your thoughtfullness in holding the 50/50 Raffle. Throughout my recovery, so very many people have extended their hands to me, there has been nor is there a greater gift than the gift on one's self. Cards, flowers, visits and a lot of prayers along with good wishes has helped in my recovery. The good Lord has been kind enough to have everyone there for me when I've needed their prayers, encouragement and the all ever helping hands, For rne there is no grater gift nor could I ask for nothing than your caring friendship. So with this in mind and I hope with vour blessings I wish to ~ive my share of th~ raffle to the Elders Pro~ram, Througout the vears, they are the ones who have instilled values within me plus many others; yet they are the last to ask you nothing in return. The money being returned to the Elders Program will not only be from me, but from all of you. Each and everyone, can share in the giving, for the gift comes frorn all who partook.With this many more can benefit from the gift of caring friends. With each new sunrise, there is to be found something to "Thank the Lord for, 'Life"'. Family, friends, let us I thank you. ~ive to othe~with blessin~s, and Wishing Each of You a l..ood Day and " a r~aret ~l elson a~ain ~'anv ''0re to Corne, �( GRADUATION DINNER FOR NATIVE AMERICANS You and members of your family are cordially invited to attend recognition ceremonies for the Native American graduates. SPONSORED BY: Grand Rapids Inter-tribal Council, Title IV, Part A Program and Capitol Lune~ · ,,,.Tt'::...........'::rr•• .... .................... Date: ~ ::::.::~. ................ ! .. ............... , / . .'l"''*M·"·:· . ·~~~· : : ·. . :~·:.,....\,... """Ji:-»::... ' \·:....... 1.... .........~· : :.............. \ May 20 , 1986 Place: 45 Lexington N.W. r,......... :·~........., ~ . . ~:::::::·:::::~··:·:-:~..... r ",,:..• . .:...·... / .~ .:::.-&... ,llllll Graduates: Please call 774-8331 If you need transporation AGENDA 6:00 p.m. Invocation Dinner 7:30 p.m. ----- Drumming ,,,.Tt ............... ,.,••_ ,,,..r, .................... '@J"- /:........;..:.~:::l~(.::::·.. :.... :-. _ """l»:«: .1. ..............::·» '.;............ ............. ,. \ l'"":·:·:··•"'"w. r............. 'll ,.,.;"'"""'"'"'"! .« ........... ) l """'>::·:,·~~·..::~~::.:::::: .;:....~ .. .. , ..... >*· %$:·:1~ ......~~:!,l .. ··,..~ ....~/.'" ..... y .. ' ' :.. ..·.· ·. "'·1.·.··· .~--· .. ' • . I ~11 "" - ~··r ' ······:: .......... '&"1J- �LEXINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER 45 Lexington, N.W. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 456-3720 1987 GRADUATES LEXINGTON Cynthia Allen - Diploma Percy Bird - GED & Diploma Nora Black - GED & Diploma Francis Carew - GED & Diploma Frosty Chandler - GED & Diploma Sidney (Peanut) Hall - GED & Diploma Laurie Hinmon - Diploma Anna King - Diploma Diane l..eaureaux - GED & Diploma Karen Hutchinson - GED & Diploma Sandy Jackson - Diploma Jeff Magnuson - GED & Diploma Lee Magnuson - Diploma i'-Jancy Sheneman - Diploma Leonard Rittenhouse - Diploma WAYLAND HIGH hny Bush HARRISON PARK C.E. Darcy Errert KENOWA HILLS Hunter Genia WYOMING - LEE Ken Martell Jr. GOIWIN Lisa Kennedy Grand Rapids Board of Education Award Cnarlene Abella, daughter of Joni Abella was honored as student of the IIDnth for March. She is a student at Park School. �I MP 0 R T A N T A NNUA L ME MB E R S H I P May LEXINGTON SCHOOL, THURSD>\Y 21, 1987 45 LEXINGTON N. W. 6:00 POTLUCK ( P.M. WILL PROVIDE D A Y SATURDAY June 14. 1987 FROM & DRINKS MEAT E L E C T I 0 N l GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN YOU BRING A DISH TO PASS GR ITC r: . PL nr1r~L. ME E T I NG 8 A.M. 6 P.M. f\f-1-NJ\G-AHIN P/\f-:K f i<U.i (f a F-Uii:L A BOOTH WILL BE SET-UP FOR GRITC VOTERS L[ SuRE YUu ARE ~EGISTER[D There are (5) • Vacancies GEORGE MARTIN I JOHN HA_~T I RON YOB Viola Cummings and Dave Shananaquet-tenn expires June 1987 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 774-8331 �NOl"'INATICN FORM As a nominee for the GRITC Board of Directors, I , ~~~~~~~~~----~~----- a 5oard ;.;eu:ber, I will take ~n , understand that should I becoce active role in the business of GRI 1C. I will take m:r responsibilities c::..nd o bligc. ti ons seriously. I, the=efore, pledge to c.ttend tcard speci~: ~eetings, membership ceetings, meetings, committee meetings, and all other GRITC functio~s of irrportance. Also, I will attend a :Board ·rraining Ser:-,i!la:-. I will nake available for publicaticn, in the GRI~C r.e.,.,£l·2'iter, a brief "Jiography and sta. ter::en t expreesing cy views an~ goals for GRITC. I underst~nd, if I'm elected, that I will truce an oath of office pledging to uph•ld the by-laws of GRITC e.nd to be responsive anc available tG the people of the community. Futhern:ore, I attest te my eligibility !er becoming a member of the GRITC Beard of Directors by being/beccu:ing a member of GRIT0. I, also, attest to my eligibi1)ty by providir.g tangible proof of my if the ~ndian Nominatic~ heritage (which must be i blood ~uantUI~ Committee so wishes. • Date: or more) �TREATY LAW MATERIALS AVAILABLE FOR TEACHERS: These materials can be used with Michiqan history units, Native American studies, U.S. history units or constitutional law study. A videotape: "Michiqan: From a Treaty to a State" and a teacher's manual and accompanying student text on "Pathfinding: An Introduction to Indian Treaty Law." Make requests for materials to: Treaty Law Project, 876-A E. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49684. =============================================================================== INDIAN COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE June 11 Hannahville Tribal Center, Wilson, MI July 27 Traverse City (Governor's Conf., 26, 27 & 28th) October 15 St. Ignace (1st 1988 meetinq) =============================================================================== CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL 20 Native American Sesquicentennial Corrmittee meetinq in Lansinq. Others are invited to join the c011111ittee to work on statewide projects. Contact: Betty Kienitz at (517) 373-0654. APRIL 20-22 2nd annual National Native American Conference on Inhalant Abuse, Tulsa, Oklahoma, contact (405) 325-2248 APRIL 24 Native American Career Development Conference, MSU, E. Lansinq., contact Suzanne Cross-Perez at (517)353-5305 or Debbie Galvin at (517) 353-521 0 APRIL 26-27 Small Business Expo to feature awards, workshops, speakers-Lansinq, contact Sandy Ledbetter at (517)484-2277 MAY 1-4 United National Indian Tribal Youth Conference XIII, Denver, CO. Conference will address entrepreurships, leadership techniques, youth councils, etc. Special air fares from United Airlines for this conference, 1-800-521-4041. Conference registration (405) 524-2031 MAY 2 American Indian Festival sponsored by Blue Water American Indian Cooperative, dance, arts & crafts demonstrations and parade, Alqonac, MI, contact Robert Hollowav at (313)794-9364 MAY 2 Taylor Pow Wow, Taylor, MI, contact Debbie Klein at (313)295-0193 �Events con't. MAY 4-6 5th Annual National American Inrlian Conference on Child Abuse & Neglect, Green Bay, Wisc .• contact Anita Chisholm (405) 325-4127 MAY 5-8 Child Abuse & Neglect training session sponsored by the National Indian Justice Center for tribal court personnel, Sookane, WA, for information_contact (707)762-8113 MAY 6-8 National Conference addressinQ "Developmental Disabilities Among Native Americans: Interdisciplinarv Perspectives," contact (602)724-3351 for more information. MAY 12-14 Intensive workshop on Business Planning Manaqement for tribal enterprises, San Francisco, CA, (903)379-2900 MAY 16-17 M.S.U. Pow Yow, Demonstration Hall, East Lansing, contact Debbie Galvin at (517) 353-5210. MAY 16-17 5th Annual Turtle Pow Wow, Niaqara Falls, N.Y., Contact Duffy Wilson at (716)284-2427. MAY 19-21 Elections, a course on how to conduct fair & orderly tribal elections. Addresses federal regulations involving adoption/ratification of constitutions & charters & their amendment or revision, Washington, D.C. (703)379-2900. MAY 22-24 4th Annual Feast of the Flowering Moon Pow Wow, Chillocothe, Ohio, contact (614)775-4100 MAY 26-29 4th Annual Indian Youth Health Promotion Conference, Denver, CO, 1-800-523-7363 MAY 30-31 Native Citizens Pow Wow, Ottawa, Ontario, contact (613)238-8591 JUNE 6-7 6th Annual Day of the Eaqle Pow Wow, East Jordan, MI, to be held on Zhinqwak Beeng Ahkeh Tribal land. Contact GiQi Antoine at (616)536-2162, additional biq prize money, JUNE 11 Michiqan Commission on Indian Affairs meetinq, Hannahville Tribal Center, Wilson, MI, oublic invited, contact (517) 373-0654. JUNE 12, 13 & 14 Michigan Sesquicentennial Friendship Pow Wow, Escanaba, MI, U.P. State Fairgrounds, presented by the Bay de N.oc Indian Cul tu re Assoc., contact Wally &Pat Blanc (906)428-9372, Loren Woerpel (906)789-0505, traders call Donna Woerpel at (906)789-8060. & �Events con't. JUNE 13-14 "Homecominq of the Three Fires" Pow Wow, Helrl at Ah-Nab-Awen Park, Front St. & Pearl, Grand Rapids, MI, contact Ron Yob at (616)456-4226. JUNE 20 Lac Vieux Desert Road Rally, sponsored by the BaraQa County Tourist Assoc. Sanctioned by the American Sports Car Club. Prizes up to $500.00. rustic event. Contact Bonnv Kennunen at (906) 524-7441 or 524-6300. JUNE 20-21 Lansing Pow Wow, Sleepy Hollow State Park, re~istration deadline is 1:30 p.m. on 20th, contact Linda VanLake at (517) 487-5409. JUNE 26-27 Lumbee Pow Wow, Pembroke, North Carolina, contact Lumbee Reqional Development Assoc., Pow Wow chairman (919) 521-8602. JUNE 29-JULY 1 17th Annual North American Indian ~/omen's Assoc. Conference, Washinqton, D.C., contact Wanda Wood at (301) 340~1724. ===============================================================~=============== INDIAN ACTOR AWAITS TRANSPLANT:(Lansinq Stat~ Journal, 4/9/87) Will Sampson who played the quiet Indian in the movie "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest." is hospitalized in Houston, Texas, awaitinq a lunq and heart transplant. "He has a very qood attitude, is very optimistic he will finrt a donor in time, and return to work," said Dr. E. Clinton Lawrence at Methodist Hospital. Sampson, 53, suffers from scleroderma, an unusual disease that has scarred his heart and lunqs. Lawrence said the lonq-term survival rate of those underqoinq the heart-lung surqerv is about 50 percent. • *** �: ~I I i I j I I""' 1~ I I . ~ .- 1~ I I j c 0 ~ ' . f - ·-· ·- - ---- li �• NON N.OF!! =4 ! Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council ,,,--==wr::==- ;, - t ', y ..~r -,,.r --·. ri . ·'· ;:,:.r.•... c ., tC: 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 1__• "\· ~!. - :O:•.l,.. " .t oc:::-/ I l.i CJ ~I; ·..::i'.... a.·: ') 1., i.) •' ···J ( . • 1:::~ ':~; .. -::..o. U. S. POST:A.GE ' J. I D FER t.J-. ;:· NC (, QC Gl>-t.:.l V -P c,c. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/87efd856e33be8a4bb194e170bd2d93d.pdf 1ada34efcc4e8981909572d499993267 PDF Text Text -- GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION TURTLE TALK Executive Director-J. Wagner J. Wheeler Editor ----------------Loretta Yount GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President George Martin V. President John Hart Treasurer Roger Williams Secretary Mary Roberts Sgt. At Arms Member Ronald Yob David Shananaquet Member Sydney Martin Member David Wonegeshik Member Viola Cummings Board meetings are held every month the Second TUESDAY at 7:30. AA meetings are held every Monday and Thursday, 7 to 9:00 PM - everyone is welcome. Cultural Meeting the last Wednesday of each month, 7:30PM Health Nurse - here on Tuesday only 9 to 12:30 PM MARCH 1987 that are falling through the cracks by moving from agency to agency. 4. Identifying and closing the gaps in services. 5. Strengthen inter-agency relationships. WHO CAN REFER? Anyone who works in a human service agency, court system, education system. WHO CAN BE REFERRED? a. Clients with multi-problems. b. Indian Child Welfare cases. c. Clients not accessing them~elves to appropriate agency(s). d. Dual-diagnosed clients. e. Substance abuse clients. f. Mental health clients. g. Clients that are not responding to treatment plans. CLIENT TREATMENT PLAN OUTCOME 1. Multiple agency input into treatment plan. 2. ,Appropriate intergrating of client's needs to agency services. 3. Increase availability of service alternatives and resources. AGENCY RESULTS 1. 2. and 3. 4. 5. Control of system manipulators. Expelling cross-cultural suspicions myths. To clarify agency roles. Bridge inter-agency relationships. To improve the services to clients. GRITC - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES WHEN CASEMANAGEMENT TEAM MEETS Casemanagement Team - The Team was established to address the multiproblem Indian clients that are involved with this agency and/or other human services agencies. The Team meets the first and the Third Wednesday of overy month. The meeting time is 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. HOW TO REFER 1. Call or write to the Substance Abuse The Team started meeting in Oct. 85. Services Coordinator listed below, requesting The members consist of staff from other a presentation packet and the date for human service agencies and the GR Inter- which to do your presentation. Tribal Council's Health & Human Services 2. After receiving forms,fill them out staff. and return to the Substance Abuse CoGOALS OF THE CASEMANAGEMENT TEAM: ordinator at least a week before the 1. Access clients with multi-problems presentation date. to the appropriate agency(s). (~ont'd on page~-2~2. Reduce duplications of services. 3. To decrease the number of clients �United Press InternationalBOOK CHRONICLES STATE INDIANS Cont'd from page l GRITC HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Grand Rapids - Ottawa elder Jeanette 3 . Forms included will be: St. Clair says even today people ask her a. Confidentiality Agreements if she lives in a tepee or eats raw meat b. Client Release of Information --sterotypes a new history book on c. Referral Form Indiansin Michigan is aimed ateradicating.d. Presentation Form ,, HISTORTY "People of the Three Fires", a history book of the states's original residents was released last month by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council to coincide with Michigan's Sesquicentennial observance. St. Clair said the book will not only provide some surpries for peopel unaware of Indian history in the state but also will give Indians "a chance to feel good about something." "I give frequent talks to groups and people still have many stereotypes about Indians," she said. "I have school children say to me, "Indians are mean, nasty people." These are images they've learned from books, movies and television." Council Director J. Wag Wheeler said, "Our involvement in education told us that not that much has been developed in Michigan to help Indian students find out about themselves or help the dominant society hear the story of Michigan Indians from the Indian viewpoint." The book, which took five years to complete, outlines the migration of native Americans into the area that later beca~~ e t1ichigan. Indians had started to form permanent villages along the Lake Michigan shore line as early as 6000 BC. the books says. It offers an in-depth examination of the three basic Indian groups that settled in the state -- Chippewa to the north, the Potawatomi to the south and the Ottawa in the central region. The book was funded by the Michigan Council of Humanities and Dyer-Ives Foundation, Wheeler said, noting sales have been brisk. "One of our goals we've had established for many years was to get into activities that would generate revenue," he said. "We provide services in seven counties and a goal is to pay for our own services without relying on the federal government." ----------------------------------------- Strict adherence to state and federal confidentiality rules, including re-disclosure guidelines, is the Casemanagement Team policy. Contact Person: Annette LaFontsee, M.A. Substance Abuse Coordinator Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Health & Human Services 45 Lexington N. W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Telephone (616) 774-8331 or 0073 TEAM MEMBER AGENCIES Kent County Health Department - Nursing Services Kent County Mental Health - Family Outreach Center Grand Rapids Public Schools Grand Rapids Public Schools - Title IV G. R. Inter-Tribal Council - Health and Human Services Michigan Indian Child Welfare GR Inter-Tribal Council- Indian Health Outreach Kent County District - Court Services ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE IS LIST OF PLACES YOU MAY PURCHASE: "PEOPLE OF THE THREE FIRES" J. WAGtJER WHEELER Executive Director �"PEOPLE OF THE THREE FIRES" FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: BOOKS MAY BE PURCHASED AT THE GRAND RAPIDS, MI The Book Tree 6431 28th SE GR, MI 49506 Gerald R. Ford Museum 303 Pearl NW GR, MI 49504 GR Public Museum 54 Jefferson SE GR, MI 49503 DETROIT Ms. Janet Shomin Indian Ed Program West Middle GR, MI 49504 GRAND HAVEN The Bookman 715 Washington Grand Haven, MI LANSING Edi th Gilmore 1317 Jerome Lansing, MI Detroit Indian Center Thelma Henry Detroit, MI 49417 48912 Schuler Books Inc. 2975 28th SE Kentwood, MI 49508 Michigan State Museum Circle Dr MI State U. E. Lansing, MI Fountain St. Church Bookstore 24 Fountain St. NE GR, MI 49503 Native Am Institure Owen Graduate Hall MSU E. Lansing, MI G. Valley Am Indian Lodge c/o Ed Gillis GR, MI phone 361-5380 The Museum MSU E. Lansing, MI GR Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington NW GR, MI 49503 Lansing Indian Center 820 W. Saginaw 48915 Lansing, MI Downtown Books ll5 Ottawa NW GR, MI 49503 ANN ARBOR N. Am Student Assoc 2204 Michigan Union Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Community Newscenter City Centre GR, MI 49503 TRAVERSE CITY Can-Foster Museum PO Box 592 - 400 Boardman Traverse City, MI 49684 BEMIDJI Bemidji St Un Bookstore Bemidji, MN GREEN BAY Phoenix Book Shop Un of Wisc Green Bay 2420 Nicolet Dr. Green Bay, WI 54301 PONTIAC George Cherrick (313 )858-2353 • �Wecnesca ~ , Feb r uary 4, !937 MICHIGAN AMERICAN INDIAN WARRIOR SOCIETY ST E~ RI NG CO MMITTEE -:er. ry ' i 0 c" Bush Jr. - Po ttawatom i , USMC Jer:·y Pi geon - ?ott avJctomi, US Army George Mart i n - Chippewa, USAF Wi l lia m Memberto - Ottawa, US Army 1 GREETINGS! We, the above, are actively involved in starting a Michigan Chapter of the Viet Nam Era Veterans InterTribal Association. We recognize the importance of organizing American Indian Veterans all across Michigan into a Warrior Society which will provide support services in every Indian Corrmunity. The American Indian population in Michigan boasts an e<traordinary number who served in the Armed Forces, as well as those who were tried by fire in combat zones in Beruit, Grenada, Viet Nam, Korea, and the battlefronts in the First and Second World Wars. A Warrior Society would bring togeta~e,.. these Veterans into a service organization which would fulfill the obligations of the Warrior Societies of old. 1 11 We as American Indian Viet Nam Era Veterans are the focal point of this organizing effort because we occupy a unique position ir. our respective Indian communities. ~any of us are combat veterans; all of us gave a number of years of our lives to serve in military service for our country. We are representetive of a single group of US Veterans who came home from the most unpor ular and devisive military action in US History only to suffer the scorn and public ridicule of an indignant and outraged nation. Even so, many of our number have not only survived, but orevailed because of the lessons we learned as a result cf our ~ilitary experience. We paid c high price for the collective wisdom we posses. And it is this wisdom wh i ch co rr:pell s us to or ganize an d, through our activities, "de v1hat we ca n, ' to benefit our Indian Cofmilunities. We seek the counsel of the ol der Veterans and the El d rs t o gu i de us and cu r ef ~orts. We seek the support of t he Jeople ir. all our Ind an Communities for assistance in establishing a Warrior Soc i ety. And we ask Ind an Peool e all acros s Mic hi gan to understand and recognize t he disnity and mer t of our military servic e. 1 The or io rities of the Warr io r Soc iety include: �*Offering support to all our brothers who still suffer _ e trauma of their Viet Nam exoerience through traditional ouri~ication an nea 1 ing, peer -~e rent re spect ~rc00 tribLlnals , and a fellowship which recogni:es - ~­ anc :·::spon sibilit ~es of a Traditional \·Iar r ic•' . - Ass u ~ing positi on s of leadership_in the Indian role models for our youth. ~o~~u~~ties Providing a Color Guard for funerals and other ccm~unity and prcviti ng acti vites . - voluntee r ing organized assistance to our Elders and to c.:--;:- :..rnity and activities. ~:Jr.ctions 1eed every Native American who served to join 1t1 ith us, no rca: :er \·;hat type of discha rge. We call upon our Elders to sponsor us in this effor: and to provide guidance. And we need the support of the Indian Communities a ~' across Michigar. 1-1ho 1-1ill no doubt benefit greatly from this movement 1"e ha ';e ir.i tiated. lie If you have further questions or concerns, please contact a1; : : these people: *Henry "Tic" BUSH -(616)459-9821 *Jerry PIGEON -(616)399-3984 *George MARTIN -(616)793-3213 *vli lliam MEMBERTO -(616)538-7222 *Frank BUSH -(616)792-6335 *James PETOSKEY -(616)458-3263 Meg>·1etch One Thousand Times! -------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: NATIVE AMERICAN GRADUATION DINNER MAY ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP POTLUCK AND MEETING GRPS GRADUATION GRITC ELECTIONS 20, 1987 - 6:30 - MAY 28, 1987 - 6:30 - MAY 28, 1987 - JUNE 13, 1987 - 8 - 6 PM --------------------------------------------------------• �..-· I _, I I I !' I . · STUDENTS .~J] . HELP WANTED -CLERICAL -LIBRARIAN PAGE . -MAINTENANCE -RECEPTIONIST GET JOB EXPERIENCE &: GET PAID!!! REACH YOUR GOAL CALL 77 4-8331 G.R. INTER-TRIBAij:J] ASK FOR PATTY L· �1116 f(DfUL 8UIL1"NG G~AND R•'1DI. Ml •9503 PAUL B. HENRY ITH OISn:ncT. "'CHIGAN 1618) 451-8383 COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION ANO LABOR COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE ANO TECHNOLOGY ANNE KNOX OISTIUCT ADMINISTJIATOll Congrrss of tbt Wnittb j\)tatcs SELECT COMMITTEE ON AGING 502 CANNON Houu Omcl Bu•LDHOG WASHINGTON. QC 20515 (202) 225-3831 .,oust of l\tprtstntatibcs MARY F. LOBISCO AOMINISTtlATIVI ASSISTANT llasbington. ~C 20515 July 11, 1986 Mr. Joe John Chairman, Unit 4 Northern Michigan Ottawa Association 1324 Hamilton, N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Dear Mr. John: Thank you for your letter requesting information on H.R. 5059, legislation to distribute funds from several Indian Claims Commission dockets to various categories of Michigan Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. I am enclosing both the text of the bill, as you requested, and a short information sheet summarizing the intent of the bill. H.R. 5059 was introduced June 19 by Congressman Davis, and referred, a~ is all legislation dealing with Indians, to the House Interior Co111mittee. The bill provides for the "descencant group" share to be distributed entirely on a per capita basis to all enrolled individuals, according to the Minneapolis Plan, and as supported overwhelmingly by the affected persons in votes earlier this year. Usually, the passage of Indian claims distribution legislation is not controversial if the affected tribes and their members have worked out an agreement in prior discussions. As that is the case in this situation, I do not anticipate much controversy over the legislation, and its passage is simply a matter of the Committee scheduling the legislation for action. If you have any questions or concerns about the language in the bill or its progress, I hope you will not hesitate to contact Doug Koopman in my Washington office, who should be able to answer any questions you may have. With best regards, I am Sincer,e ly yours, 1 -- . PAUL ( l~" ( II ·- HE·- ~~~) .· . Member of Congress PBH:ej Enclosures �GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Native American Education Program 615 Turner N.14. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (6160 456-4226 . ************** Special Announce~ent ***************** The Native American Education ·Program along with the Homecoming of the Three Fires Pow Wow CoITDllittee are sponsoring a writing contest for Native American students kindergarden thru twelfth grade. Some of the work will be published in this years Pow Wow brochure. Some suggested ideas, but not limited to, are What it is like to be Native American? What a Pow Wow Means to me? Why it is important to retain our culture/traditions? etc. Ribbons will be awarded to contest winners. All work must be accompied by a signed entry form, and turned in no later than March 31st. 1987. Please return entry forms to: ENTRY Native American Education Pro~ram Attn. Ron Yob 615 Turner N.W. Grand Rapids, Mici1igan 49504 (616) 456-4226 FORM Name Date - - - - - - - School Age ---- Tribe ----------- Address --------~ • Phone ---~----- I give the Native American Education Program, and the Homecomin~ of the Three Fires Pow \4ow Committee permission to duplicate and publish any work submitted to their writing contest. · Student's signature - - - - - - Parent's siqnature - - - - - �February 7, 1987 C.R. Nish-Nah-Bah Bowling Tournament Winners 1st Ardis Badger and Dee Draper - Wyoming Michigan Dawn and Jack Mullins Indiana Place 2562 $600 " 400 Judy Tackett and Richard Beckhorn Henry Bush and Tony Chingman Lansing~ Mi Grand Rapids " 200 Judy Tackett and Jim Brunk, Jr. Jim Brunk, Sr. Tony Chingman Lansing, Mi 2nd 2500 3rd 2478 4th place through 13th place Winners received $100 14th " II 23rd " " II 80 24th " " 33rd " " " 60 34th II II 39th II " II 40 Last place winners from Florida generic bowling towels 1st entry received for tournament before deadline date: Tim Davis team Mt. Pleasant $40 Participating bowlers in this tournament came from Flint, Mt. Morris, Lansing, Mt. Pleasant, Hartford, Dorr, Bradley, Middleville, Gross Pointe, Hastings, Muskegon, Haslett, ·Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Michigan, also from Deltona and Orlando, Florida and Lake Station, Indiana Congratulations to these men and women who bowled games of 200 or over: Tony Chingman - 207, 213, 231 and 235, Lansing; Tim Davis 203, Mt. Pleasant; Brenda Chamberlain-217, Mt Pleasant; Sam Wesaw -213, 213, Harford; Leo Jackson - 202, Lansing; Woody Chippeway - 225, Mt Pleasant; Lou Sprague - 209, 213 and 236, Mt Pleasant; Chris Jackson 201 and 235, Mt. Pleasant; Joe Sprague, Jr. - 202, 202 and 216, Mt Pleasant; Pete Wabindato 202, Muskegon; Frank Crampton - 208, Muskegon; Roger Sprague - 200, GR; Morrie Lewis, Jr. - 204, Hartford; Bob Drake - 213 and 232, Hartford, Kerin Gasco 203, - 202, Ann Arbor; James Bigmeat - 208 and 202, Flint; Al Crampton - 233 and Muskegon; Anna Chlebana - 222, Bradley; David Sprague - 203 and 216, Wyoming; Elizabeth Johnson - 205 and 224, Flint; Diana Gould - 221, Lansing; Delmar Jackson Dulo Gould - 215, Lansing; Ralph Sawmick - 214, Mt Pleasant; John Chivis - 202 and 215, GR; - 200; Alvin Chamberlain - 209, Mt Pleasant; Tom Kane - 206; Elsie Shananaquet - 202; Judy Tackett - 216, Lansing; Joyce McMillan - 210, Haslett; Henry Bush - 216 and 200, GR; �Jack Mullins - 211 and 234, Lake Station, Indiana; Ardis Badger - 212, Wyoming; Dave Stinger - 202 and 226, Dorr; George Sprague - 202, Mt Pleasant; Megwetch from the Tournament Bowling Committee to the following: COMET LANES, THE BLUMKE FAMILY BAND, ALL LADIES AND MEN FROM THE NISH NAB BAH LEAGUE AND THE COMMUNITY FOR THE FOOD DONATED. ROGER SPRAGUE - WOTV- 8 PENS SHIRLEY LARK, TIA SCHOONMAKER, CLIFTON SCHOONMAKER, JR, NANCY ORTIZ AND FAY BAKER, TOURNAMENT OFFICE WORKERS. RITA SPRAGUE - FOOD PREPARATIONS ARDIS BADGER - TABLE COVERING ANDY FALCON USE OF HIS TRUCK DAVE HINMON, RUSS MENEFEE, DAVE MILLER, JIM ASTIN - BARTENDERS GARY AND SUE SPRAOJE - COVER CHARGE COLLECTION AT DANCE AND 50/50 SALES DK SPRAGUE - SGT AT ARMS JO KATHY SPRAGUE 50/50 RAFFLE AT BOWLING ALLEY JO~ KENNY, BLANCHE HUFF, STATIA COLLINS, ELEANOR SPRAGUE AND TO EVERYONE ELSE WHO HELPED BUT NAME NOT MENTIONED. 1st - 50/50 winner - - CLEAN-UP AGAIN WE SAY ME-GWETCH!!! Sarah Sprague $95 and 2nd winner Lillian Sands $98 1987 Tournament Committee Members: and Shirley Chamberlain. Steve and Lou Collins, Dawn Bush, Amos Day, Jr. All Bowling information and materials submitted by Shirley Chamberlain • �ENTRY FORM LANSING INDIAN MIXED FOURSOME TOURNAMENT APRIL 4, 1987 1986-87 Sanction Bowlers Only Entry Fee $18.00 per bowler/ four bowlers per team. Make checks/money orders payable to: Mailing address: Royal Scot 4722 w. Grand River Lansing, Michigan Lansing Indian Center 820 West Saginaw Lansing, MI 48915 Bowling Shifts: 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Entry Deadline: April 1, 1987 or call to reserve your spot. For more information contact: * * * * * * * * Lansing Indian Center (517) 487-5409 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Name Average Address City Name Average Address City Name Average Address City Name Average Address City * * * * * * * * Zip Zip Zip Zip * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * �RULES: 1. 4 Person team consisting of at least 1 man or 1 woman. 2. Highest final 85-86 league· average must be used. If you did not bowl in 85-86, then highest current average of 21 games or more can be used. ALL participants must bring verification of league averages. 3. If no verified average, bowlers must use: 4. Bowlers must be of Indian descent, married to an Indian, or bowl in an Indian league. 5. A team may bowl more than once, but must have two new bowlers each shift. 6. Handicap will be 80%. Men 190 - Women 170 PRIZE MONEY BASED ON NUMBER OF TEAMS Prizes will be awarded at a dinner and dance after the tournament. Information on location will be provided at the tournament. Admission is free to bowlers. BOWLERS - Please bring your city average books. ROYAL SCOT 4722 W. Grand River Ave. Lansing, MI. r.•.LANSING N li! w E i! J .? • 5 �,. f LINT. SKINS ,SIXTH ANNUAL ALL IKDIAft 10 PD BOWLiltG !'OURftAMBRJ' SATURDAY MARCH 14, 1987 I ,t2o.oo PER BOWLER JtLUE JAY LANES d-5340 RICHFIELD RD. FLINT, MICHIGAN LANE FEE--$ 4.95 \EXPENSES-- 1.05 SHIFTS - 91A.M1 12aP.M. & J:P.M. REGISTRATION STARTS 8130 A.M. PRIZES -- 14.oo $20.00 RUI.ES 1. 4 PERSON TEAM CONSISTING OF AT LEAST 1 MAN OR l WOMAN. 2. HIGHEST LEAGUE AVERAGE TO BE USED, 21 GAMES OR MORE, 1985-86 ) . MUST HAYE PROOF OF AVERAGE OR USE - MER 170, WOMEN 160. 4 MUST BE OF INDIAN DESCENT O~ PtlARRIED TO .AN INDIAN. 5. A TEAM 'UY BOWL MORE THEN' ONCE, BUT MUST KAYE 'l'WO NEW BOWLERS EACH TIME BOWLING. . 6. HANDICAP WILL BE CALCULATED AT DIFFERERCE BETWEEN TEAM AVERAGE AND 800. 7"' ~ONEY ~AIL ORDER (U.S.FUNDS) MADE PAYABLE TO FLINT SKINS. TO AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CON~T EITHER: BRENDA EVANS BERNADETTE REYES 12) W. RANKIN ST. OR 24)1 LEITH S~. FLINT, MI. 48505 -- FLINT, MI. 48506 )1)-2)9-4784 313-767-7748 PRIZE MONEY BASED ON 30 TEAMS lST. - $600.00 MENS HIGH SINGLE - $45.00 2ND. - 400. 00 WOMENS " " - 45.00 MENS HIGH TRIPLE - 45.00 )RD. - )00.00 4TH. - 200. 00 WOMENS " " - ~5.00 $1 o.oo $1 •.500.00 LUNCH AND DANCE TO FOLLOW - LUNCH $5.00, DANCE ADMISSION $5.00 TOURNAMENT BOWLERS FREE NAME AND ADDRESS AVERAGE 1. 2. ). 4. DEADLINE DATE TO SEND IN APPLICATION FORMS: MARCH 14, 1987 I. �MICHIGAN COfol4ISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS M0 N T H L Y 8 U L L E T I N JANUARY/FEBRUARY 1987 MICHIGAN COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS MONEY AVAILABLE: During the past year the MCIA has made a concerted effort to bring leadership from the Michigan Council for the Arts into direct discussion with Indian tribes and Jndian orgatiizati.ons. t>urpose? Ti'le creation and retention of interest in the arts. This past year's Executive Budget allocated nearly $8,000,000 for combined State of Michigan arts support. Sixteen percent of this is designed for minority participation, including Michigan Indians. For more information about Michigan Council for the Arts funding and programs contact Betty Boone at (313) 256-3731 or (313) 256-3717. MICHIGAN INDIAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSORTIUM: On January 23, 1987 the first board meeting was conducted, bylaws approved, incorporation papers signed and officers elected. They are: Chairman Bernard Bouchour of Sault Ste. Marie; Vice-chairman, Janice Beckhorn of Lansing; Secretary, Wag Wheeler of Grand Rapids and Treasurer, Gerard Heath of Ann Arbor. The first order of business is the CGA proposal development and the strategic plan. An economic development feasibility study was also discussed. One board seat is currently open from the U.P. area. If you are interested in serving on this board and your business is in the U.P., submit your letter to the Commission office at 611 W. Ottawa, 3rd floor-North Tower, Lansing, MI 48909. The next meeting is scheduled in East Lansing on February 23rd at 1:30 p.m. at Michigan State University, Native American Institute, West Wing of Owen Graduate Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824. Contact Betty Kienitz if you wish to be on the mailing list for future meetings and information at (517) 373-0654. NATIVE AMERICAN GALLERY OF DETROIT: Attention Native American artists and craftsmen. As of February 2, 1987 the Native American Gallery of Detroit is open, selling art work and crafts and doing six major exhibitions between February and September of 1987. They are selling on a 40% consignment. Call fo~ an appointment or send slides and/or snapshots of your work. They are also willing to look at your portfolios at the Gallery. Contact Vivian Meredith, Manager, David Whitney Building, Suite #307, 1553 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 or call (313) 965-7286. FISCAL 1987 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT PROGRAMS: (Deadline May 30, 1987) Planning assistance for Indian tribes 1n the amount of $3 million for projects to create or retain jobs. December 19, 1986 Federal Register; pages 45738 thru 45750 describe funding sources and requirements. The Indian Commission also has a copy upon request. Contact (202) 377-2873 in Washington D.C., (312) 353-7707 Chicago Regional Office or (517) 377-1886 Jim Callison, Economic Development Administration in Lansing. �MICHIGAN INDIAN BUSINESS LIST: A current list of Indian businesses in Michigan has been updated and is available upon request from the Indian Co11111ission. These businesses have been certified as a Indian minority business through the procedure set up by the authority of Public Act 428 of 1981. Contact us at (517) 373-0654. INDIAN HISTORY BOOK AVAILABLE: The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council History Book of Michigan Indians entitled "People of the Three Fires" is now in stock and ready for distribution. Hailed as a class document by both scholars and historians, the book fits in with Michigan's Sesquicentennial and is perfect for classrooms, libraries or just interesting reading. Paperback cover is available for $12.95 plus tax and $2.00 for postage &handling. Send check for $15.47 to: Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Attn: CRITC Publishing, 45 Lexington Ave., N.W., Grand Rapids, MI 4950·4 Hardback covers will be available in 4-6 weeks for $20.95 plus tax and $3.50 for postage & handling. Send check for $25.29, same address as above. MELCHER SEEKS AGREEMENT ON INDIAN REMAINS: (Great Falls Tribune 10/26/86) WASHINGTON - All over the country, the bones of thousands of North American Indians lie in museums and collections at large universities. To their descendants, it is evidence of disrespect; to the museums and universities, it is part of the legitimate study of the nation's history. To try to get these opposing sides to talk to each other, Sen. John Melcher, D-Mont., introduced a bill near the end of the 99th Congress. A Melcher aide, Clara Spotted Elk, said the bill had been introduced with no expectation of i11111ediate passage but with the hope that it would act as a bridge between Indian groups and the educational institutions. "The museums say, "We own the stuff," Spotted Edk said, "and the Native American tribes are saying, "No, you can't own human remains." Spotted Elk said that no one knew the extent of the museum holdings but that the scale could be imagined with the realization that the Smithsonian Institution along held the skeletons of 14,000 Indians. Spotted Elk, a member of the Northern Cheyenne tribe in Montana, said Indian tribes had acknowledged that some worthwhile benefit had come from the study of the bones. Diet, disease and other things have been learned from their careful examination. But what of the heritage of the Indians? Spotted Elk asked. "Most tribes are concerned about the spiritual unrest of the· dead caused by the bones being in boxes in museums instead of being buried and respected," she said. "It is a classic example of two cultures clashing." COURT REJECTS INDIAN BLOOD QUANTUM STAND FOR AID TO STUDENTS: (The Lakota Times, 10/8/86) SAN FRANCISCO - A federal requirement that members of Indian tribes who apply for government scholarship aid have at least one-quarter Indian blood was overturned recently by a federal appeals court. The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) regulation conflicts with 1974 and 1985 federal laws allowing anyone considered a member by a federally recognized Indian tribe to apply for college aid from the government Indian program, said the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Stephen Quesenberry, a lawyer for an Indian who challenged the BIA's regulation, said the ruling, if upheld, would affect at least several hundred Indians around the country. The court's reasoning would appear to apply equally to college loans for Indians, which are regulated under the same laws. �Diane Zarr, 30 of Ukiah, a student at Sonoma State University and a member of the Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians in Northern California, sued after being found ineligible by the BIA for an Indian higher education grant because her percentage of Indian ancestry is only seven-thirty seconds (7/32). That is 1/32 below the minimum of one-quarter Indian blood established by a Bureau regulation that was first passed in 1957. The regulation was upheld by U.S. District Judge John Vukasin but reversed by a unanimous three judge panel of the appeals court. The opinion by Judge Robert Boochever said the requirement of one-quarter Indian ancestry was valid when the BIA passed it in 1957, because the standard was recognized in a 1939 law regulating college loans to Indians. But he said the law was changed in 1974 to include in the definition of Indian, any person who is a member of any Indian tribe that is recognized by the government. That left membership standards up to the tribes, some of which set their own minimum percentage of tribal ancestry. Another law, requi~ing a minimum of one-fourth Indian ancestry for students at Indian day schools, underwent a similar change last December, for the expressed purpose of avoiding racial discrimination, Boochever said. 11 11 GOVERNOR REPORTS RECORD BUSINESS STARTS IN 1986: (Gangwer News Service 1/15/87) - GOvernor Blanchard Thursday announced new business incorporations in the state during 1986 surpassed the previous year high by more than 5 percent, reaching 24,778. He said 1986 marked the fourth consecutive year that new business starts in Michigan have set a record noting the new firms will become the key sources of new job creation in the future. Governor Blanchard said a breakdown by county or job sector is not yet available, but initial indications show that the growth is spread throughout the state, with the majority of the business starts occurring in the tri-county region of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb. A report from the Department of Commerce indicated that 18,501 new businesses were started in the state in 1982, 20,003 in 1983, 21,099 in 1984 and 23,583 in 1985. PROPOSAL WRITING PACKET AVAILABLE - 11 Grassroots Funding 11 : It is very important that we sharpen our skills in proposal writing, become more knowledgeable about funding resources, understand the rules and meet the requirements of granting agencies and in essence, acquire the backgro~nd and skills necessary to find the funds for programs we need. This packet is information we've collected from a variety of resources which we have identified. We advise you to use all the resources available to you as there is no need to re-invent the wheel. In our packet we have attempted to provide practical, usable information based on our experiences in this area. To receive a copy contact: Valorie Johnson, Director, MI Dept. of Social Services American Indtan Services, P.O. Box #30037, 300 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48909 or ca11 (517) 335-3513. �1987(. '··~ ··.. ·· ~rJH'! \ .. , I I , .. ,,~:r .~.>,.·. ·~· •· ··~' . •l/>1. 'Ill.,~.;'·.;.·> ••• ·.~;. ~· . .. :.:f.,:,~··:~· SUN 1 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2 3 4 5 6 7 13 14 t.. :..Jo E 0 f\<l .5e";o fl SQ"'' oil. \'V\~AI """ e. 4 I ~ 8 9 10 5e""•otll 11 S 12 V"Yte~I~ I GRrrc ,Sel\•' Ort h-\eA/s BO MTG Y:31l 15 16 17SeY\;e."- 18 sr:~Af~ 19 20 21 27 28 PAT DAV 22 23 24 25 30 26 .seT\ ( IQ. 1:3o se"'•olt Y\"\eAI ~ eu\ \.uQ..cir.\ MeAIS 0 29 Se";ort. Mel't/5 31 Se"' oQ l"\eAIS �tJ" • NON MOFIT OlfO, U. S. POST:A.GE PAID Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council - • 45 Lexington, N.W ., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 :<~):1 ;~·:.. ·~ ...;..):.' Atrn~ir.:~~ Y:>~/ /. ~--~'". ··: ~E~T'i JONES- Ll~hR~ cRPJ<U vJ>J.L£~ ST~T£ coLL£G£ J>J.LE~pj>J.£, 1'\C 49401 •ac: PERMIT NO. 690 Ga>.t<O il.A Pi[JS, MICH � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. Gillis Native American publication collection dealing with different aspects of human culture and anthropology, with an emphasis on Native American people, events, organizations, and activities in Michigan. Includes newsletters, event programs, flyers, posters and other printed materials. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c40e4422a709ba3f4aeb810839b7898a.pdf 36dea1635eeaf88247b507c0f2c1089f PDF Text Text --- GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION 1 < ~(2.c_ ZZI G<2.I TURTLE TALK Executive Director -- J.Wagner Wheeler Editor--------------------Loretta Yount GRIIC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President-----------------George Martin V. President------------------John Hart Treasurer----------------Roger Williams Secretary------------------Mary Roberts Sgt.-At-Arms-----------------Ronald Yob Member----------------David Shananaquet Member--------------------Sydney Martin Member-----------------David Wonegeshik Member-------------------Viola Cummings THE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL HI STORY BOOK OF MICHIGAN INDIANS ENTITLED "PEOPLE OF THE THREE FIRES" IS NOW IN STOCK AND READY FOR DISTRIBUTION. HAILED AS A CLASS DOCUMENT BY BOTH SCHOLARS AND HISTORIANS THE BOOK FITS IN l WI TH MICHIGANS SESQUI-CENTENNIAL AND IS PERFECT FOR CLASSROOMS, LIBRARIES OR JUST I NTERESTING READING. PAPERBACK COVERSARE AVAILABLE FOR $12.95 PLUS TAX AND $2.00 FOR POSTAGE & HANDLING BOOKS WILL BE MAILED UPON RECEIPT OF YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER, PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH. SEND CHECK FOR $15.47 TO: Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council ATTN: GRITC Publishing 45 Lexington N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 HARDBACK COVERS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN (4) TO (6) WEEKS, FOR $20.95 PLUS TAX FE_BRUARY 1987 WILD RICE Nature's precious gift from the Northwoods By Michele Lingre-Stavro Reprinted from the Milwaukee Journal September 11, 1986 Reserve, WI - Frank Lynk is in charge of the Lac· Courte Oreilles Indian Reservation. Butas August blends into September, he takes a vacation. He wants a few days free for the manoomin season. Manoomin is the Indian word for wild rice, one of the oldest and most genuinely American grains. "The weather has been good this year," Lynk says," and the crop really looks great." *** George Morrow, an authority on the traditions of wild rice, tugs on his baseball cap and steps onto the marshy lake shore. His cap is rimmed with multicolored beads and embroidered with Native American Indian. Behind him, bamboo- like stalks stand three feet above the water. "Wild rice," he says, " is a gift from the earth." *** Lynk, Morrow and many other members of the Lac Courte Oreilles Chippewa Tribe ride their canoes on the lakes and the rivers that criss-cross the 121 sq. miles of the reservation and surrounding forest lands near Hayward. In the ancestral manner, they harvest wild rice. Lynk says he gathers 30-40 lbs for his family. AND $3.50 FOR POSTAGE AND HANDLING.($ 25 • 29 ) The plant, Zizania aquatica, is a native of the northern .lake c0 . mtry and act.u ally �VOL. 1 7 , NO. 3 ' DECEMBER 1986 ANNUAL POW~WOW PHOTO CONTEST Winners in the Third annual competition submitted from the Lod e's 25th Anniversar from entries September. FIRST PRIZE -- JERRY PIGEON, POTAWATOMI BY STAN GREGG, SPRING ARBOR ,MI The judges this year were James Starkey, Grand Rapids Press, Photo Journalists Editor, and your Council Drum News Editor. The fact that there were only four entries this year gives rise to concern for the future of any more contests. However, not to be overlooked is the fact that tt":e four entries did submit a total of (30) very fine quality photographs for our Lodge's contemporary archives -- and of course for posterity to treasure. �VOL. 17, NO. 3 DECEMBER 1986 ............................................................................................................... ~ The problem remains in attracting more photograph~rs into the event if we plan to continue with the contest next year. It appears that higher cash awards is not the answet according to Mr. Starkey, who cited other well publicized contests with two and three hundred dollars in prizes, yet failed to attract more than a disappointing handful of photographers. One {dea suggested by Mr. Starkey was the possibility of enticing a local Camera Club to make our event their special project. '··· """· . ··-· ' 2ND PRIZE -- MAGGIE JACKSON, CHI?PEWA BY RALPH STINSON, GRAND RAPIDS, MI , -~~ ~:t - I �VOL. 17 , NO. 3 DECEMBER 1986 All pictures submit tea were · in color and very beautiful, however, reprinting on black and white very sharply reduces the quality of shading. 3RD PRIZE -- CHIEF LITTLE ELK, CHIPPEWA BY KATHERINE STINSON, GRAND RAPIDS, MI This year's winners and prizes are as follows: FIRST PLACE: $75.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE STAN GREGG, Spring Arbor, MI SECOND PLACE: $50.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE RALPH STINSON, Grand Rapids, MI THIRD PLACE: $25.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE KATHERINE STINSON, Grand Rapids, MI * * * • * * * SPECIAL NOTICE TO NATIVE AMERICAN PARENTS LEXINGTON (SCHOOL) HOME BASE PROGRAM There is a "HEAD START• program for children, ages 3 to 5 years old, based at the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and directed by a uniquely qualified Native American lady MERRI MEMBERTO. At the present time there are only two children of Native American descent taking advantage of this important program in the development of their children's learning habits. The program is funded by the Michigan Economics For Human Development. �PAGE 27 DECEMBER 1986 Of special concern to Native Americah parents should be the fact that some of the children acquire a cultural handicap through lack of proper interpretation of learning procedures that HEAD START can help to correct by coming into the children's homes in periodic visitation and tailoring learning events in cooperation Nith the parents. There are r:'."lree basic elements upon which an effective home-based program depends: l. WHOLE-n2ARTED COMMITMENT TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF PARENT PARTICIPATION, PAREN~S AS PARTNERS, BY THE STAFF: 2. EFFEC~IVE INFORMATION EXCHANGE: AND 3. INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIP. The advantages of home-based programming are: 1. Greater continuity in children's educational experience, thus enhancing the likelihood that children will grow to their maximum potential physically, mentally, emotionally and socially; 2. Greater family involvement in the child's development; and 3. The opportunity for families to learn about techniques and resources to maxi~ize their potential as a functioning unit. Finally, our brief description doesn't began to give you all the advantages that your child, and yourself can obtain from this really great program. YOU ARE URGED TO CALL G.R. INTERTRIBAL, 774-8331, OR BETTER YET, STOP BY AND CALL ON MERRI IN PERSON -- SHE REALLY WANTS TO TALK TO YOU NATIVE AMERICAN PARENTS! * * * * * * INDIGENOLlS WOMEN'S NETWOJ.K is an organization of Native women who have united to promote traditional v~lues. In a recent meeting over 200 of these concerned women gathered from all over North America and the Pacific islands for the first time. The conferees brought their many diverse problems of cultural survival in their own areas. They shared these discussions in numerous workshop "Talking-Circles• with facilitators and resource people guiding discussions on topics ranging from "Avoiding Burnout• to the •squaw Syndrome,• to setting up a legal defense -:earn. The focus of the gathering as a whole built in concentric circles, movi~g from the woman as an individual, to the family, to the community, and finally to our nations. * Attached co this issue is a form interested women can fill out and mail to the ad~ress ;i~en on the form. They will also supply, on request, more information on -:his needed assertion by INDIGENOUS WOMEN. • * * * * * * There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the thiITgs we do. �THE INDIGENOUS WOKEN'S NET\IORK WILL PUBLISH A DIRECTORY FOR NATIVE WOKEN ABOUT WHAT KIND OF INDIAN SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT KINNESOTA, WISCONSIN AND KICHIGAN. WE WILL INCLUDE IN THE DIRECTORY A LISTING OF INDIVIDUAL WOKEN WHO HAVE SKILLS OR TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE THAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SHARE OR HELP OTHERS WITH. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING LISTED IN THE DIRECTORY PLEASE FILL OUT THE SURVEY ANO RETURN IT TO: THE IHOIGENOUS WOKEH'S NETWORK C/0 NORTH AKERICAN WATER OFFICE 1519A EAST FRANKLIN AVENUE KINNEAPOLIS, KN. 55404 HUKAH SKILLS SOCIETY ROLES HEALTH CARE · TYPING . WRITIHG _ ~OKKUNITY ORGANIZER TRIBAL KNOWLEDGE TREATY RIGHTS LANO RIGHTS LEATHERCRAFT HOKE SELF SUFFIENCY WATER RIGHTS BEAOWORK SP I RITUAL LEADER FISHING RIGHTS SEWING GOVERNKENT & POLITICS HUNTING RIGHTS QUILTKAKING EDUCATOR PRINTING BUSINESS KANAGER FINE ARTS FACTORY WORKER TRIBAL HISTORY POTIERY PARKS & RECREATION STORY TELLING WOODWORK FORESTRY GARDENING AGRICULTURE HERBAL KNOWLEDGE COKKUNICATIONS NATURAL BIRTH ADVOCATE WILL PARTICIPATE IN LETIER 'JRITHIG CAKPAIGNS FUNORAISER '! CAN LEAD CEREKONIES - ( WHICH TRADITION) POLLUTION PROBLEKS - (SPECIFY) TEACHING LANGUAGE TsPECIFY) CLAN SYSTEK/RESPONSl.BILIY COKPUTER OPERATOR COKPUTER PROGRAKKER KUSIC SINGER DANCER WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL ANO SHARE SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE YES NO FINANCAL COMPENSATION FOR TRAVEL7 YES NO FOOD AN.O HOUSING NEEDE07 YES - - NO CHILO CARE NEEDED (HOiJKANY AGES _ _) OTHER NEEDS: -- �Grand Rapids Inf e r -Tribal Council ==t== --=- ::u r::: ~ 45 Le)l:ington . ~ '.'./ .. Gr2nC: R<ip ias . Mich. 49504 I TRAINING & Et-!PLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISLOCATED WCRKERS PROGRAM SERVICE AREA KENT & OTTAWA CO . Are you or have you beer. laid off from a job? OR Long-term µ:,employed or under- employed? IF '!ES We are now offering trai:-.ing opportunities or job ;J2.::ocer:.e:-. t . For more information caE Roseanne Two Crow a t 774-E33i ! I i t • .. ...() ~ () i ~ t . -- .. ~ �Kent ISD Kent Intermediate School District 2650 East Beltline, S.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49506 / (616) 949·7270 The Kent Intennediate School District has over 100 job openings available to high school students ages 16 to 18. Jobs are available in schools, public agencies and businesses. The Youth Employment Program combines training in job seeking skills with part-time work scheduled outside the student's school day. School year participants can anticipate full-time positions when schools dismiss in June. Qualifications for the program are: - 16 to 18 years of age. - in school full-time. - economically disadvantaged including handicapped, ward of the court, foster care and refugees. - reside in Kent County but outside the city limits of Grand Rapids. Annually, over 600 youths gain valuabl~ work experience, self-confidence and earning power through the Youth Employment Program. Each participant has a plan tailored to their individual needs, interests and schedule. Job placement is usually in their neighborhood or school district. Applications and additional information are available by calling the Kent Intermediate Youth Employment Office at 949-7270, ext. 289 or 290. RB/el 1/7/87 • �Nutritiori Quiz ______ /or the athlete What You Don't Know Can Hurt You 1. 2. 3. 4. s. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. An athlete needs a 'lot more protein than a nonathlete the same age. Because sodium is lost in SWJ?at, an athlete may need extra sodium when he or she practices in very hot weather. ~ extra sodium an athlete needs when . he sweats heavily should be taken in the form of salt tablets. When an athlete needs extra sodium because he or she practiced in very hot weather, he can get enough by adding some salt to his or her food from the salt shaker of by eating something salty. Water helps maintain body temperature. An athlete only needs water during practice when he or she is thirsty. Nutritionists recommend that a pregame meal should include a large steak. An athlete can get all the vitamins he or she needs by following the Daily Food Guide recommendations. Taking extra B-vitamins will give an athlete more energy. If an athlete does not get enough water during an event, he or she may develop heat stroke. For the athlete, most water is lost through the skin. Athletes should never drink water before or during competitition. To allow proper digestion, atnletes should eat about 3 hours before or during competition. Carbohydrate loading may cause heaviness or stiffness in the muscles. ' An athlete needs more calories, water, and possibly sodium than a nonathlete. T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F T F ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------met with his supporters downstairs in the museum's auditorium. On the second floor of the Gerald R. Ford "We're here to express gratitude to our Museum, Michael Mclnerney and Maeve newly elected governor, but first we're up O'Bouen danced a special "Inaugural twohere doing a little dancing," said Mclnerney, \ step" to the strains of a jazzy tune a Grand Rapids attorney. being played by the Heritage Hill The lovebirds were the ~irst ones on the Ensemble •. dance floor, but not the last. The governor Dressed in a black, floor-length Oscar and his wife took a turn, as did many others de Larenta gown, O'Bouen swirled in the attending the Democratic governor's first arms of her fiance. as Gov. James Blanchard West Michi~an inaugural ball. GR PRESS 1/4/87 Chris Meehan �Also before the clock struck midnight, a brief but flashy fireworks display took place over the Grand River outside the museum and hundreds of people shook the governor's hand. "The . qovernor loves West Michigan that's why he's here tonight." said Rick Cole, Blanchard's chief of staff. "The people here treat him with consideration and respect." Blanchard, who was feted at an inaugaral ball Friday night in Detroit, said he came to traditionally Republican G.R. because he wanted to show the people of W. Michiqan that they will play an important holding the ball in the museum filled with Republican presidential memorabillia. About 600 people paid $40 a piece to attend the gala, which was held throughout the museum and featured a jazz ensemble, an assortment of Michigan wines and long tables filled with cheese, meat and pastries. "I'm delighted the governor made the decision to have the ball here in Grand Rapids," said GR Mayor Gerald Helmholdt "I think it shows his recognition of the the role W. Mich and GR has played, and will play, in the state's economy." role during his second term as this Men in tuxedos and women in tafetta, sequined, velvet and silk gowns sipped, drinks and waited patiently for the state's top executive. W. Michigan is an area with tremendous · governor and his wife, Paula, to make their appearance at the museum. resilliency and a capacity to move this entire state forward," said Cole. It seems very natural for him to be here to Prior to their arrival at the museum, they attended a special party in the Lumber Baron Room of the Amway Grand celebrate his victory." Blanchard, said Cole, is good friends Plaza Hotel. with former Pres~ Ford and had no problems The early reception was set · up by Charles Conville, Pres.of Prime Bank in G.R. In each setting, the youthful looking .L U , .L 1'I J. EI .:I ZI .L II J. OI .:I 6 J. 8 .:I l. .:I 9 J. J. .L .L .:I S.JafflSUD " " " " " " " " " " " g £ £ i I Z'!l'C) governor was cheered and drew applause, In the museum, Noah Seifullah, a local Muslim leader and political activist, waited his turn to pump Blanchard's hand. "I tried to help him win. I feel good we were successful," said Seifullah. The event here shows his commitment to people in the whole state, not just in one area." With the exception of Ottawa, Blanchard carried every county in West Michigan -- and the state -- in crushing Republican William Lucas in November in one of the most lopsided gubernatorial �ing is a family affair and for the most part, the rice .is not sold. While some of W. Michigan biggest wigs The rice patches played an important rubbed elbows, Victor Kishigo and George role in chippewa (Ojibwa') history, Morrow said. Battles were fought · nursed their drinks and Martin against the rival Sioux over harvesting rights. Morrow's Indian name, proudly preened a little in their Azawakamig, makes reference to the tuxedos. old enemy, he said. {Menominee, the name of another Indian "This is the first time either of us has tribe in this area, is a variation been in a monkey suit at the same time." of manoomin, another indication of said Kishigo, recent past president of the importance of wi.ld rice in those · h· c · . early times • ) th e M1c 1gan ommission on Indian Affairs.What- the I n d ians · 1 oo k f or wh en t h ey go Martin, president of the Grand Rapids ricing are tall green stalks, Inter-Tribal Council added that they crowned by spikes of grain, above ' the water. stopped by because they didn't have much They gather the rice by canoe, workelse to do on a Saturday night. in teams of two• While one paddles into a rice patch, the other bends the stalks over the canoe, flailing Martin and Kishigo thought of wearing them with hand-held wooden sticks traditional N.American garb to the ball, to knock the ripe grains into the canoe. Except for the present day but they held off •• alumnium canoes, this is the way wild "We didn't want to stand out." said rice has been harvested for centuries. Once harvested, the wild rice is Kishigo, . owner of a Native . American finished (Processed)--again, according goods store in Petoskey. to ancient tradition: Over an outdoor fire, the grains are WILD RICE cont'd heated in a large metal pot where is closer to wild oats than to re- they are stirred continually to pregular rice. It flourishes in the vent scorchinq. Next, a member of the family puts on warm days and cool nights of the hand-sewn moccasins kept solely for North woods. the purpose and trods on the kernels For generations, the bands of the in the pot, threshing the hulls Chippewa tribe that are scattered loose. (These days, if special in the Upper Midwest have used the moccasins are not available, clean long, slender dark kernels as a pieces of cloth tied over any shoes staple food. And wisely so, for will do.) wild rice is a richer source of magnesium, iron, zinc and potassi- Then, the grains are transferred to to a flat birchbark dish and are um than either brown or white tossed up and down in the air rice. until the wind has carried off the To many other Americans, however, loose hulls. (Again, a large cloth wild rice is a gourment food may replace the dish today.) with a delicate crunch, a roasted This home finished wild rice is flavor and a price tag of $6 to different from the rice found in ~10 .;i pound. supermarkets. It has a lighter The Lac Courte Oreilles Indians slightly greenish color and the' treat wild rice as a precious gift pleasant scent of freshly cut hay, The plants grow wild. They are even after parching. not cultivated. Animals take the their toll on the crop. Harvest• Both kinds can be stored a long time. Morrow said that one time he found contests in Michiqan history. �WILD RICE cont'd. some that had been in his cupboard for at least five years. Each year, he said, he adjusts consumption-- depending on the abundance of the year's crop-- so there always will be a little rice left. "When there is no more rice," he said, " I feel there is no more food." If he ran out, Morrow could go to a grocery store. But what he would get there does not qualify as wild rice for him. "If it's cultivated, it's not "It's Minnesota brown rice," he said. wild." Not matter what kind of wild rice the rest of us acquire, is distinctively American. the taste And we cook and serve it as a special treat. One expert on cookin~ wild rice is Beverly Gouge~ who teaches traditional Indian home economics at the Lac Courte Oreilles reservation tribal school. She has collected original recipes in a book, "Traditional Indian Foods," published in 1981 by the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board. Gouge's Chippewa name, Beshigobinacekwe, means "one little bird lady." Raven-haired and barely 5 feet tall, she matches the name. She can remember ricing seasons when her family camped beside the lakes for a two-week-long harvest. She was a little girl then, and her grandma would treat her to freshly harvested rice, kept overnight in a glass of water sweetened with maple syrup. Back home from rice camp, Gouge said, manoomin was--and still is-- a ~• favorite side dish for deer or bear meat, or a roast of raccoon or porcupine. A few kernels might be dropped in the wild fern soup. But take heart, those of you who do not have bear meat in the freezer. Wild rice brings an American flavor to many other dishes--pheasant, chicken, turkey, muffins, pudding, even salad. • �1987 4TH ANNUAL Gf,J..r;D RAPIDS NISH-NAH- BE BOWLING TOURNAMENT & "BALL" In Memory of Cliff Schoonmaker Saturday February 7, 1987 COMET BOWLING LANES - 141 28th S.E. COST: $18.00 Per Bowler SHIFTS: Noon & 3 P.M. Lane Fee 3.30 Prize 13.70 REGISTRATION ONLY AT THE FOLLOWING TIMES: Expenses 1.00 10 AJ'1 -11:30 A.M. $18.oo 1:30 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. RULES: 1. 4 person team consisting of at least 1 man and 1 woman per shift. 2. Must change 2 bowlers. 3. Highest league average to be used, 21 games or more, 1985-86-87. Note: 10 pin rle will be in effect., 4. ML:st have proo .:'."' of average or use -- Men 180, Women 160. 5. Handicap will be calculated at: Men - 75%, Women - 80%, of 200. 6. Bowlers must be sanctioned by ABC or WIBC, siso must be 18 years or age or older .. 7. Bowlers must be of Indian descent or married to an Indian. 8. Bowlers please bring league average book or current league average sheet. 9. Prize money based on number of entries. _ 10. All Grand Rapids Anishnabah League are eligible to participate. ENTRY DEADLINE DATE - - - - - January 31, 1987. *Note: Please try to send entries by the deadline date so we can stan on time. We have to be done bowling at this establishment by 5:30 P.M. for their evening league. Last minute sign-ins take valuable bowling time. BOWLING "BALL" & DINNER FOLLOWING BOWLING TOURNAMENT BOWLING PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED AT THE DANCE. WHERE: Local 730 - GM Stamping COST: $7.00 Single - $12.00 Couple 3852 Buchanan S.W. TOURNAMENT BOWLERS FREE. ENTERTAINMENT: THE BLUMKE FAMILY Times: Dinner 6 - 7 P.M. Awards 7 - 8 P.M. Dance B - 12 A.M. MAIL ENTRIES TO AND FOR FURTHER I _NFORMATION_fONTACT EITHER: Amos Day Jr. Dawn Bush 44 Violet S.W. 310 Fairbanks N.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Grand Rapids, MI 49508 Phone: (616) 534-3656 Phone: (616) 774-8331 Work 459-9821 Home . NAME 1• 2. 3. 4. ADDRESS AVG. SANCTION It. �##~~~~~~~~~~#######¥.~#~tt~~#~~#~*#*~f.*t******T:*****************~*****¥.###~#&* ~*** '*** "'*** "*** "*** "*** '*** **** ~** '<>!<** "*** "*** I<*** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** ~ **** **** **** **** ~~~##~#~~~~~~~~~#¥.#~~#~~#~~#¥.#¥.~¥.~!aa.~aaa~~~~!a.aaRtaaaaiaa~~aa~aaait#~##~¥.~= SEUIOR PROGRAM December has been a full month for the Senior Program. Between the Senior Meals, and the Christmas rush, we have been on the move. We held c~r Senior Christmas Pot Luck on December 18, 1986· There was a huge turn out, with food in abundance, thanks to our Seniors, G.R.I.T.C. Staff, Lexington Community Ed and the Commur.ity. The Seniors prc~ided the turkey,chicken, meat balls and the beverage. The lunch/pot luck started at 12:30pm. with bingo to follow for Seniors only. **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** *"°** *"'** **>1=11 The raffle / door prize drawings w ere held during the meal. First prize a one night stay at Ramada Inn went to ...... . Charles Jackman Second prize a large Christmas box with an assortment of gifts went to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vicki Heffelbower. Th · ird prize an air purifier was won by ............... . Bob DeYoung Fourth prize a shadow box went to Phil. Holland Fifth - Jewelry .. Harry Green sixth - Jewelry ... Ron Chivis Seventh - Jewelry .. Frank Compo Door prize was won by Mary Bolt a nice blanket. The plants where won by: i. John Crampton 2. Angie Yob 3. Ed Gillis 4. Carl Evans 5. Ella High The childs Panda Bear Rug was wot: by little Nebin Floyd. We would like to thank Jim and Carole.Downs for their don2tion of a micro-wave oven to the Senior Program. Grace Mulholland for her dona ti on . . o f b ingo prizes. Marvann Meangwie fo~ her Christmas gifts. S~irley Lark for her donations to bingo. Eberhards on Bridge for their donation of a 5.00 Jollar gift certificate and for the bread and bake goods through the year. Eberhards Buchanan and 28th street for their food donation. Ramada Inn for the one nights stay at their motel. Great Day on Lake Michigan for a 25.00 dollar gift certificate. Parkside Shop Rit~ on Fulton for their food donation. Friendly Owl on Leonard for a 10.00 dollar gift certificate. Meijer on 54th for a 10% discount. D & W Food Wyoming Plaza for a 10% discount. *** *** :=: *** :=: *** ::: *** *** ::} *:: :** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** ::: *** *** *:: *** :** *** *** *** *** *~ !"Ste *"Ste *"Ste *"Ste *"Ste *"Ste *"* * "* *"St: *"St: *:l!t: "* * *:l!t: :t We would like to thank the volunteers: who helped with; Food P!'"'ep. Set- Up, Clean-Up, and with the Bingo~ Roseanna Martel, Amy Baker, Carole ~ Downs, Mickey Keogima, . Ruth Peters, !t L~~da Brant, Missie Brant, Kathy · .~ :t P1~cher. oic:ts.c We know that 1987 will be a success because of all our friends. :t ~ ~ Once again we say thank you to each &.. *:t every one of you for yoJr support through the past year, and hope that *!~ 1987 will be the best ever for our *~ Seniors and you. *~ :i THANK YOU! *~ *._, =~ :I iililiiif illillllllllllllllllilliillll~if l!lllliiiiliiliiillli!iiilililllilllll;i �MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS M0 N T H L Y B UL L E T I N DECEMBER 1986 INDIAN LAW TO BE EXAMINED BY STATE: The State Department of Commerce in cooperation with the MC!A and Michiqan Indian tribes is providing a process whereby Indian law and business potential utilizinq Indian law is beinq examinet1. The study of Indian law as it applies to business is beinq carried out by the law firm of Pirtle, Morisset, Schlosser & Aver for the State of Michigan through a project developed by the MCIA. The specific business law st~dy will be entitled the State of Michigan Deskbook, "Doinq Business with Indians in Michiqan." It is the first such effort of its kind in the nation. The business law examination is the thirt1 staqe of a project undertaken bv the MCIA and Department of Commerce. Its purpose is to assist Michiqan's Indians to be able to more fully utilize services already provided by the State of Michiqan earlier as part of the project, a business development potPntial survev was implemented at the local level for all of Michiqan tribes and urban Indian centers. A state Indian economic dPvelopment conference was carrie~ out durinq the month of Auqust. The Indian law studv should probably be thouqht of as "Evervthinq vou ever wanted to know about Indian law as it applies to business development potential in the State of Michiqan but didn't know where to ask," stated Bill Church, Executive Director of the MCIA. His assessment, as well as that of MCIA co11111issioners is that its development should make Michiqan the leader in Indian business development in the nation. The Indian law business study should be complete bv earlv March and provide a basis for creation of a variety of business development activities for Michiqan Indians by Indian tribes and organizations. For more information cnnt~ct Bill Church at (517) 373-06.54. MICHIGAN INDIAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSORTIUM: On December 3, 1986 in Gavlord, MI an official orqanizational m~etinq was held to develop an Indian business orqanization which will increase economic activity of tribes, organizations and individuals and create private sector and Indian communitv .iobs. It will also provide an Indian business information network includinq training opportunities and technical assistance. Board members currently will be split 50/50, 3 tribal and 3 urban, 1 Commission member and 2 at larqe, vet to be determined, which may be tribal. urban or an Indian business indivit1ual. The next meetinq will be held in Gavlord at the Chalet Quality Inn at 10:30 a.m. on January 14, 1987. Contact Betty Kienitz at (517) 373-0654 i f vou wish to be on the mailing list for future meetinqs and information. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS TO THE MCIA: Appointments for vacancies to the MCIA will be made by the Governor's Office following our MCIA/treaty area plan. This will allow all tribes and Indian orqanizations and the Indian community with access to the decision makinq process. Appointments for this year are bei nq made foll owi nq direct community recommendations from tribes. the Inter-Tribal Council and urban orqanizations for areas where vacancies exist. �Vacancies exist in the Escanaba-Hannahville area, the far western U.P. Keweenaw Bav reqion, the Mt. Pleasant area and the 1836 Treaty area (south), will be made by the Governor's Office in ai>oroximat~ly three weeks. These aooointments are consistent with both enablinq leqislation and the treatv area plans developed by the MCIA. See mao attachment. CIVIL RIGHTS OFFICE IN U.P.: This office will become a reality this year and provide local orotection to Northern Michiqan Indians in Civil Riqhts concerns. TUITION WAIVER PROGRAM: The MCIA has streamlined the tuition waiver application process to orovide increased access to the tuition· waiver proqram. It provides over $1,000,000 to Michiqan Indians in terms of tuition costs paid to state public colleges and universities where Indian students attend. ATTENTION NEW & RETURNING STUDENTS aoplving for the Indian Tuition Waiver (MI P.A. 505 of '.78). Winter 1987 term/semester is uoon us. If you are thinkinq about applyinq for the tuition waiver, send for .and return vour applications as soon as possible. Contact Leona Keys, Tuition Waiver Coordinator, Michiqan Commission on Indian Affairs, P.O. Box #30026, Lansinq, MI 48909, telephonP # (517) 373-0654. . COMMISSION . TO PUBLISH MONTHLY BULLETIN & QUARTE~LY NEWSLETTER: We are expanding our mailinq lists so let us know if you would like to receive our newsletter and bulletins. We will also welcome news . articles and information on training opportunities, workshops, etc. plus artwork and/or pictures for future editions. Contact Betty Kienitz at (517) 373-0654. CREATING JOBS: The United Indian Development Association (UIDA) of El Monte. California alonq with two other finns in New York ·and Alaska have been awardPd $250,000 contracts from Assistant Secretary for Int'lian Affairs, Ross Swimmer to act as model business development. centers to create .iobs for Indian tribes and individuals. UIDA, a 16 year old non-profit corporation under the. leadership of President Steven Stal 1i ngs will establish a reqi onal center in El Monte, .CA anrt eventually in Denver and Seattle. These centers will help begin or expand at least five Indian businesses and create .iobs for Indian workers. Nearly 350 Indian businesses have started or expanded as a result of UIDA. The consulting group has raised more than 7 million in capital for Indian businesses and created nearly 2,000 jobs. TRIBE DECLARED RIGHTFUL OWNER OF ARTIFACTS: Washinqton, D.C.: The Court of Appeals for the State of Louisiana has decided that the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe is the rightful owner of artifacts that were buried with their ancestors • .Charrier vs. Bell, N. 85-0867 (ct.App.La 1986). The Louisiana tourts have established the proposition that Indian burial goods "rightfully belong to the descendants ••• for such disposition as the descendants may deem prooer." In addition, those courts have recognized that Indians do not view the excavation of their graves as scientifically or archaeoloqicallv justified byt simply as "the systematic despoilation of their ancestral burial grounds." The tribe was represented by Donald Juneau, private counsel and Richard Dauphinais of the · Native American Rights Fund. (NARF 10/29/86) FOND DU LAC CHIPPEWAS & DULUTH OPEN BINGO: Duluth, MN (IPN) - The Fond du Lac Chipoewas and the city of Duluth announced their .iointlv run bingo establishment in downtown Duluth opened on Sept. 12th. ·The $6 million facility seats 1,200 oeople and has 130 full time emplovees. (Indian Time Maqazine) -2- �SUBSTANCE ABUSE POSITION OPEN: Startinq waqe will be between $5.75 to 6.50 per hour. initially it will be 24 hours oer week. Minimum qualifications: Must have own transportation. one year of education in the area of substance abuse or sufficient personal experience. Must have references. Native American preferred. Duties include intake and referral to local aaencies and workina with clients as a qo-between with their employers and DSS. Contact Jenny Smith. Director. Genesee Indian Center, Flint. MI • (313) 239-6621. BIBLIOGRAPHY ON INDIAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Desiqned to orovide aid for the development of essential leqal tools for the protection and requlation of commercial activities on Indian reservations. assembled by Anita Remerowski. provides a listinq or articles, books, memoranda, tribal codes, and other materials on Indian economic development. An update is in proqress (60 oqs., price: $10.00 (NILL No. 005166). To order contact: Native American Riqhts Fund. 1506 Broadway. Boulder. Colorado 80302, (303) 447-8760. POW WOWS &EVENTS January 16-18, 1987 Contact Sharon Kota at (313) 984-3101, ext. #37 Januarv 23-24th 23rd - 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 24th - 11 a.m.-6 p.m. January 24th Contact Nila Young at (313) 765-4998 February 7, 8 &9th A.I.C.L.C. Winter Survival Camp, Camp Tamerack - Ortonville. MI Genesee Indian Center Arts &Crafts Show, International Institute, 515 Stevens St., Flint, MI "Snowsnake Tournament," East China School, Meisner Rd., (If no snow to be held on Jan. 31st) Bay de Noc Community Colleqe Pow Wow Escanaba, Ml Contact Wally Blanc at (906) 428-9373 March 25th Contact Sharon Kota at (313) 984-3101, ext. #37 Annual Indian Author's Dinner/Warren Guest speaker & location to be announced VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: To do craft demonstrations in the areas of beaded loom work. basket work. leather work and if possible someone to do legend tellinq for Genesee Arts &Crafts Show (see above pow wow & events) to be held at International institute. 515 Stevens St., Flint, MI. Contact Bernadette Reves between 11 a.m. and 4 o.m. Tuesday throuqh Friday at (313) 239-6621. MINORITY SMALL BUSINESS AND CAPITAL OWNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE: (Federal Register 10/08/86) - op. 36132-55 These rules implement the Minority Small Business and Capital Ownership Development program of SBA, which is intended to provide contractual and manaqement assistance to concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaqed persons. Effective: 11/10/86, contact David McNally at (301) 597-1398 • . -3- �q +e b~uA ~~ .Su'<) \Y\o fl AR.· '1- ~ _j_ \ue_~ I -d I CJ '6 1 LJ~d -t'r \. T'h vRS ::i_ ~ -s ' '7-'1 ~fi : SA-\i _ (o ', -1 l!o""'e+. .l..Al'\U • 1.L/1-.u~" (3owl\\<'\~ SR . AA -i '1-~ 3_ TY\e A ls 5~ Tl\~,., &l~ 1:30/l) l.l AA 'l-~ , 1"bu Is RN~,_,.e..,-}.. !2 -IS' : 1:2 sf. 1: I I ~R. 'fY\e A- Is ' IS R~ i-~ j_I£_ ! S ~ . rY\ea.. / !) a fl , AA '1-ti ' 19 b)_o , - ; - - -- · -- r:::I I . i i . I i SR. ~~ c2d.. - ')-4 ..:2.3 P"'\ef\ I 5 ; ~R . fY\eA-1 ~ ~ - c:JS • jAA I I '7-, ~le - -------! --- ----~ ~ - ---------·- -c:ia ! i C..u\..\v~~\ s~ f<\eAl ~ ' ("'V'\...\-~- 7·.00 l I SR. ~eAl~ 1 ! ; I I ' .. i ! ! I I l I i 1 lj �• MON PI0"1 OIO. Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council U. S. POST~GE PAID 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 O~t-10 llAPIDS. MIC H PERMIT NO . 690 p~ ~t0) AUmt,::d lV~y l~z.rr:r::~' BETTY JONES - Ll BARY GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGE ALLENDALE, Ml 49401 DI � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8f00e35ead5e0cedcb92e4b200f18de0.pdf 0249aba010df7434df93382569c51ef9 PDF Text Text TURTLE TALK - DECEMBER 1986 Executive Director J. Wagner Wheeler Editor--------------Loretta Yount GRITC Board of Directors President ---------George Martin V. President-------John Hart Treasurer------------- Roger Williams Secretary-----------Mary Roberts Sgt. At Arms -----Ronald Yob Member -----David Shananaquet Member ------Sydney Martin Member David Wonegeshik Member -------Viola Cummings GRAND BOARD EVERY MONTH RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL OF DIRECTORS MEETING ARE HELD MONTH, THE SECOND TUESDAY OF AT 7:30, 45 LEXINGTON NW. EVERYONE IS WELCOME AA MEETINGS ARE HELD EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY - FROM 7:00 PM TO 9:00 PM - EVERYONE IS WELCOME. SENIOR CHRISTMAS POTLUCK WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 20, AT 12:30, WITH POTLUCK, BRING A DISH TO PASS. Cultural Meetings the last Wednesday of each month 7:30 PM Senior Meals held on Tuesday and Thursday ---· ---------- - - ----------------------only Health Nurse here on. 9 to 12:30 Tues~ay --------------------------·--- -------- June Fletcher here on Thursday only 9 to 11:00 ----------------------------------------- - SAXON'S CORNER CHILDHOOD MEMORIES OF WILD RICE HARVESTING Grandpa Corbine planted wild rice in Tranus Lake and it was generlly understood by the LCO Indians in the old days that Tranus was "Grandpa's Lake." Camp was made along the shore where the present public access road is now located. Grandpa's children set tents at the camp. There were at least five families plus Grandpa's at camp. Each had their own working area in the camp. Grandpa pointed out positions in the lake for each family to harvest. Each family worked only the areas designated. The boats went out in mid-morning and returned about 1:00 pm with a boat load. Dinner was ready about 2:00 pm , the ricers went out again. The shore workers spread out the the rice to dry. After the noon meal much activity began with the rice. It was parched in a large iron kettle or in wash tubs. After parching it was placed in containers to cool. At this point tramping of the rice began. This is when children became busy. A hole was dug between a couple of trees and a wooden bucket placed in the hole. A canvas was first laid in the hole and extended around the bucket area so any rice that was knocked out in the tramping process was not lost. Children were not as heavy as adults and as a result did not crush the rice kernels. We had high-top moccasins for tramping. We held on to a pole that was nailed across the two trees. This was good for steadying the tramper while the work was in progress. After the husks were off the rice kernels the winnowing be~an. Women usually did this work. Birchbark baskets were especially made for this work. The �tossing up in the air of the rice created a draft that blew out the husks. This winnowing is quite an art . There were certain areas on the outer edges of the camp where . this was done. After this process the rice was ready. One time after I was an adult , my mother and I did this entire process in one day. In the morning we went out in the boat. I poled while mother hit the rice into the boat. We worked the rice on shore in the afternoon. In two days 80 lbs. of rice _were completely ready for consumption. Today ricing is different. One doesn't see rice camps. Ricers come in cars and head out into the lake. Boats criss-cross in front of other. Rice stalks are pounded and re-pounded. There are rest periods for the rice. The Indians of my childhood let the rice rest for 4 or 5 days then they returned and riced again. We moved camp to Rocky Ridge and travelled back and forth between the two lakes. In this way the stalks were not destroyed and the harvest was beautiful. School didn ' t begin until after wild rice season. It was great to live out of doors for several weeks. We children had play time as well as tramping ri~e and gathering a little firewood. The food was especially good. ' The men fished in the early mornings and late evenings and killed ducks on the lake. We always had a lot of green rice to eat at each meal. That was especially good. GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL WOULD LIKE TO ANNOUNCE THE AVAILABILITY OF OUR FINISHED HISTORY PROJECT. AS MANY OF YOU MAY RECALL THE PROJECT IS A HISTORY OF THE OTTAWA, POTAWATOMI AND OBJIBWAY PEOPLE OF MICHIGAN. THE BOOK, ENTITLED ""PEOPLE OF THE THREE FIRES" WAS WRITTEN BY THREE RENOUNED EXPERTS ON THESE PEOPLE WE EXPECT THE BOOK TO BE AVAILABLE IN TIME TO BE PURCHASED BEFORE CHRISTMAS. MANY PEOPLE HAVE EXPRESSED AN INTEREST IN PURCHASING THEM FOR GIFTS TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS. AT $12.95, PLUS $2.00 POSTAGE AND HANDLING. IT WILL MAKE AN EXCELLENT FAMILY GIFT. THE PROJECT IS HAILED AS THE BEST HISTORY DOCUMENT EVER WRITTEN ABOUT MICHIGAN INDIANS AND EXPECTED TO BE VERY POPULAR WITH LIBRARIES AND INSTITUTIONS OF ED_UCA TION. INQUIRIES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO: GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 45 LEXINGTON N.W; GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49504 TELEPHONE (616)774-8331 �J. fJJa.qneJL Whee.lu Bill Membuto John Ha1tt RogeJL W.l.t.U.am.6 MaJr.q Robu.U Anne la.Font.6e.e. Vi..c.IU Upton Toni.. Geni..a. Vawn AndVL6on Ron Yob Va.v.i.d Woneauhik. Sqdne.I} Mair.tin - Va.v.i.d Sha.nana.qu.et Vi..ol.a. Cwmti..na.6 Ro.6ea.nn TwoCJLow Pa.t Ck.lvu Skbr.ley Laltk Bob JohnAon Chlr.u Shomi..n FQJJ Baku Hu11r.y Bu.6h LoJtetta. Yount Bob - Stone Va.ve "Bo" Mc.Cu.Upu.gh �The Native American Education Program would like to announce that it has the use of the West Middle Gym facilties (Men's showers included), on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 PM. to p:30 Any one people interested in participating in basketball, volleyball, etc. are invited. A youth basketball league is being planned for January and Febuary. Any one interested should come to the gym or call Ron Yob at the Native American Education Program Office 456-4226. CAREER DIRECTIONS PROGRAM After months of planning and negotiations, Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council is happy to announce the start up of a new program of vocational education services for Native Americans residing in the Grand Rapids area. GRITC., in a cooperative effort with Grand Rapids Junior College, the Hispanic Institute, the Ta-Wa-Si Athletic Association, and the Negro Business and Professional Women's Club, announces the Career Directions Program. The purpose of this program is to introduce (15 to 20) Native Americans into the field of vocational education. GRITC will recruit (15 to 20) educationally/economically disadvantage Native Americans between the ages of 16 - 21 years to participate in a concentrated program of regular and non-traditional activities to prepare them to successfully complete programs of vocational education and embark on a life career of their choosing. For all those who want to know more about this new program contact Henry Bush at (616) 774-8331. �amIS'IMAS ror I1JCX and RAFFLE We will be having our Elders Olristmas Pot lllck on December 18th at 12:30 pn. G.R.I.T.C. will furnish the meat and the beverage. '!here will be Bingo. '!he raffle tickets are on sale now for our drawing on Decaii>er 18th First prize.is a one night stay at the Ramada Inn on 28th and 131, "Jhe roan will include a bottle of Olampagne and breakfast the next IIDrning for t\\O. You can get your tickets fran Luella, Fay or Margaret. We held our Annual GbOst Feast on Noveri>er 6th with around (90) in attendance, at the same time we bad our drawing for the flower arrangenents and the tickets to the John Connely Show. '!he winners where: 1. Roger Williams 2. Fay Baker 3. Dawn Anderson 4. Henry Sprague 5. Olris Shanin 6. FDse Kurlenda 7. Maryann Meanwie 8. Julie PalJnan 9. Flnily I:boley 10. Rick Snith and Evelyn Biggs won the tickets to the John Connely Show set for Novatiler 29th at the Ford Field House. We \\Ollld like to thank Rev. Peters Fred Cbivis and Jeannett St.Clair for their time and prayers. ?la.rga.ret Nelson for donating the tickets to the Jonh Connely Show, Roger Williams and family for the flower arranganents. '!he Seniors \'K:>uld like to express their sorrow to Jim and C'a.rol Ibwns in the loss of their Granddaughter. OJr thoughts are with you and your family. �From LINKAGES for Indian Child Welfare P£ogratt.s, November, 1985 lnhalent Abuse by Native American Youth Cited as Major Problem in Some Reservatic;>n Communities The lethal practice of young American Indian kids huffing, or inhaling various paint, gasoline or chemical fumes, is being cited by an increasing number of child welfare workers as a priority concern. The practice has become so common on one reservation that the tribal police chief says, in that community, ..every family has a member that is an inhalent abuser.'' · • The penalties for hufrmg are unforgiving. Liver problems, permanent brain damage, and even death are common among chronic inhalant users. To make matters wone, effective treatment programs for these abusers have been virtually non-existent. The material below offers information provided by Monis Dyer, a Community Health Educator for the Anadarko Indian Health Center in Oklahoma. In addition, an e:umple is given on the following page of the specific effort one Oklahoma Indian community is making to combat inhalent abuse. When Did the Practke of Huffin6 Stmt1 Inhalent abuse started in the 1950s with youngsters snifrmg glue and gasoline to get 'high.' As time went on, many other common household and industrial chemicals, none of which were ever intended for human consumption, were added to the list of products which these kids inhaled. Aerosol spray products containing fluorocarbons (especially Freon 11) became especially popular• .Today, despite the 1979 banning of fluorocarbons as propellants in aerosols, huffing goes on unabated. What Populations an Involved in Huffin61 Actual figures on the numbers of inhalant abusers are not available, but the practice appears particularly widespread among low-income Muican American and Native · American populations. It seems also to have becoi:ne intergenerational in some areas with some reservation personnel reporting that they are now seeing third generation · buffers from the same families. Obviously, not all Native American youngsters get involved in huffmg. But many tribal personnel feel the number of Indian kids now ~valved in the practice warrants great concem and immediate action from the Indian community. Because the problem is more intense on reservations than in the general population, it seems that the initiative for corrective measures must come from the Indian people. · What are the Typical Ef(ect3 of Inhaknt Abuse on an Indiuiduall A 1982 research report from the Addiction Research Foundation in Canada offically substantiated what clinical workers have known for some time. Brain damage is a common occurrence among chronic inhalant users. This damage causes intJrruptions to the buffer's thought·process~s and results in his/her having decreased ability to resist his psychological dependency on the inhalent. Huffers are often unpredictable and, in addition. are often found to have a large potential for violence. What Trmtments Have Been Successful in Rehabilitating Inhalent Abusers! • Finding successful treatment approaches to use with inhalent abusers has been a slow proce&& Indeed, a 1979 snmmaryon the status of inhalentabuae tl'eatment by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) .~oncluded that there were not effective treatment programa tvr chronic buffers. This opinion was repeated at the Second Annual Teua lnhalent Abuse Conference at Austin in May, 1985. Most of the programs which have offered rehabilitation services to chronic buffers were designed to treat alcoholics through a standard 30-day residency therapy. The NIDA survey concluded that these programs were ineffective with buffers, primarily because the inhalent abuser would not follow "house rules.'' So What CAN be Done to Help Inhalent Abusers! What is most needed now is an attitude that buffers can be helped and a commitment to find means to provide this help. To achieve these, we must develop more understanding among mental health workers about all aspects of inhalent abuse. Information must be sought on why traditional treatment and counseling methods are ineffective. We must recognize that all chemically dependent people are not the same. and we must seek to develop appropriate, effective treatment methods specific to inhalent abusers. We must deal with the likelihood that a substantial period of abstinence is req.uiied before an inhalent abuser will be receptive to therapy. The usual three days of detoxification ~d 30 days of therapy used in alco. holism rehabilitation is not sufficient. We need informed and svstematic methods of designing and testing new treat~ent approaches. We need demonstration programs and we need funds to support our efforts. �N NTS What are Inhalants? Inhalants are a group of diverse volatile (breathable) substances people do not normally think of as drugs. These legal substances, most of which are found in everyday household products, are abused by sniffing or inhaling. Who abuses Inhalants? Inhalant abuse is on the rise among young people, especially between the ages of 7 and 17, no doubt in part because inhalants are readily available and inexpensive. Sometimes children unintentionally misuse the inhalant products which are often easily found around the house. Parents should see that these substances, like medicines, are kept away from young children. Since inhalants are legal compounds, most of which are produced, distributed, and sold for legitimate purposes, their regulation for misuse is difficult. Which Inhalants are commonly abusecl? Anything in an aerosol canespecially spray paint-is a likely candidate for abuse. Other abused sprays include vegetable oil and hair sprays. Gasoline, transmission fluid, model airplane and other glues, paint thinners, nail polish and remover are other ordinary household substances abused in inhalation. The compound toluene in certain spray paints, gasoline, and other products is the principal reason people sniff these substances. Other substances abused by inhaling include nitrous oxide (laughing gas), the dry cleaning fluid used in commercial establishments, and anesthesias like halothane. Some organic nitrites, marketed as "room odorizers," appear to be packaged and · distributed specifically for their abuse potential. Amyl nitrite is an inhalant with·a legitimate medical use in treating heart patients. This substance, too, is abused. What rim are Involved In sniffing Inhalants? ·There is a high risk of sudden death from spray inhalation. These spray inhalants can either interfere directly with breathing, or they can produce irregular heart beats (arrythmias) leading to heart failure and death. Risk of death by suffocation increases when users sniff concentrated spray fumes from a paper bag. Most deaths, • ,• . ...... ,,,,.,.._.,_,__ ....._,...., .·., . :• .:.·• ,_. ... . ..... . ::· .·;,•.. ·,..,-..,. r,;,· ,.... ,,/. .·, .·,. . . .:........... . . .. ,.. . .. . .,.. ............ . --.•·:....... ' ..:--. ••• ........ '·.....; . : : ,•. ·.-.; ~ ~: i!! !-'-'~F : : !· .•. : :.\ ••: .. .•. .......·l,'~--:-.-: ...--- .... ....... .. ' ....... ..:_...._."' !&!• :' ·.... :., ... -) .... ••I••• :1 .,: •.. ··-~······ :Ir.. . ... • .. ~: ~· ~ • •. • ' •. : I :·=~···:ft.• ... ::-~·:1:.­ ~ !.• • • • • • • \ \ ,......~~:· ~ J''••• Ir~-•. ••_. •• -.·.··• 'L.• .-_,~_ ·~ ... ....,,,,.~ ...1 .................. .. however, have been associated with the propellants used in aerosol sprays. Studies of long-term users of sprays and other inhalants have reported the following physical dysfunctions (impaired functioning): bone marrow damage (which is usually associated with exposure to benzene); drastic weight loss; and impairment of vision, memory, and ability to think clearly. These dysfunctions generally cease when sniffing stops. During and shortly after inhalant use, the sniffer usually exhibits motor incoordination, inability to think and act clearly, and sometimes abusive and violent behavior. - The Michigan Substance Abuse Information Center is operated by the Traffic Safety Association of Michigan under a contract from the Michigan Office of Substance Abuse Services. �EXHIBIT 'Jl ll Sl.113.sI'ANCE Ant.BE PREVENTION Causative Factors It has been esta.blished that inhalant Dbuse initially is a juvenile fonn of behavior similar to that anaig adults leading into alcoholism. Slnce inhalants are the m:>st available substance that wil 1 induce inebriation they are used by the youngest of substance users. lb:it will tr:msfer their acquired habits to other drugg, usmlly marijuana and alccnol, as they becorre older and it becomes rmre available. Others will -bee.am ha.bituated to the inhalants and continue its use well into adulthood even when they can afford other substances. For others, including a new group of older adults experinenting with inhalants, it is a natter of econany. It is well known that where there are high incidence rates of alcoholism ancng adults in any ccrmunity, there will also be high involvement in inhalant abuse. There are t., categories of factors that contribute to this condition. Ole is through learned behavior. 1bis is \\here youths grar up in camunities \\here alcoholism :md other drug use :md its subscqmnt behavior is COllTID1 and to them, this is c.ormcn behavior. The other c:wse is that youths develop attitudes :md behavior in juvenile forns the s:me way adults react to unfavor:Jble conditions within their camunity, hones mid f:unilies. ~t>st ot this is associated with poor cconanic conditions with its ~mnt deprivations. Total comrunity efforts might influence dl:mgcs in these factors. through enploya.bility develo~t, jobs developrent, specifically directed social services, etc. HoW!ver, individual programs can only understand these contributive conditions and help the individual uiderstand and oope with these problens througti strengthening tb,a .personal ego wi-thout resorting to substance abuse whidl only cal1'1icates the p~lens. Coordinating the receipt of appropriate services is indicated. 'Ibe following oonditions may be oonsidcrc~: '1 C:>nditions themploynent-underemployrrent Lack of incone Welfare recipient R:x>r living conditions Low achievement level Rx>r schooi attendnncc School dropout .IOOr employneit record ChrmDn-law marriages Ma.lnut r1 t ion R:>or environnental conditions thpl:inned o!' unwanted pregn:mc~es Separations and divorces Attitudes resentnent frustration loss of self-respect low sel !-esteem guilt bl.mtri defeated neglected inadequ:lcy se l f-ch:ist .i.sem?nt: confusion helplessness lack of con fidencc, lack of :mbi.tion Behavior familial discord substance abuse rebe 11 iou.s retaliation child abuse-neglect p?'Oneness to violence criminality homicide suicide praniscuity recalcitrnncy ermt ional distress iJrpu.l.sive acts �1986. SUN MON TUE WED 1 2 3 ,5 e,"' •'O I(. THU FRI SAT 4 5 6 12 13 19 20 26 27 ~et\t'O'\ ""e.,_.b ~e .. b Cora.....- A) iq~t 7 8 9 SA 14 10 ~e"1'0"' ~e~•~ 15 - 11 .S~f\t'Olt P\e.•b .~.._e. 16 17 18 ~11\iO«. Se.""~·~ ~e"'I~ c~yoi~""'~~ ~olh1C.K c.~--:- i:~,.,; OC.Sl!l&C" f •"' e. °'c:.haM(. 21 22 ...... e.o~ "~ ~ £ c:l O(Cj (,,Ii C. IO~CQ 23 .,. 24 ~OUl\t. i \ t.lo~ed 25 CHRISTMAS e..losed 28 29 30 31 NEW YEARS EVE �• NON PIOflT OWO. (i Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington. N.W .• Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 • United Way of Kent County RA_ Ftc;_ BETTY JONES- LIBARY GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGE ALLENDALE, MI 49401 Q/ ''-10 ?=!RMlT !'JO. 690 t: !' U. S. POST:.t.GE Ga>.t-<0 ll• ? [ ~. l'\IC.~ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4d473127b7c370f43be2de2210c2d886.pdf 38b4c027420d3be5b7612b1e4b12602e PDF Text Text TURTLE TALK - NOVEMBER 1986 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR --J. WAGNER WHEELER LORETTA YOUNT EDITOR GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS: PRESIDENT-----------------GEORGE MARTIN VICE-PRESIDENT------- --------JOHN HART TREASURER----------------ROGER WILLIAMS SECRETARY----- -- ---------MARY ROBERTS SGT.-AT-ARMS-----------------RONALD YOB MEMBER--- ------------DAVID SHANANAQUET MEMBER--------------------SYDNEY MARTIN MEMBER------ ----------DAVID WONEGESHIK MEMBER-------------------VIOLA CUMMINGS GRITC Board of Directors meetinq are held the second Tuesday of each month, butfor the month of NOVEMBER, THE GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING WILL BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, AT 7:30 PM. FOR NOVEMBER The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council (GRITC) is a non-profit, N.A. organization, assisting its membership in the area of employment via the activities of its Employment Program. The Employment Prooram's mission is to put our Prooram Participants to work. We need to establish lonq range, cooperative, mutually beneficial working relationships with area Employers in order to accomplish this mission. Employment program components are: JTPA PROGRAM DISPLACED WORKERS PROGRAM SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM OLDER WORKERS PROGRAM JOB DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM GRITC Employment Program activities include: RECRUITMEMT PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING REFERRAL JOB DEVELOPMENT JOB PLACEMENT FOLLOW UP The GRITC Employment Program has been in ONLY-existence since 1984. To you, our prospective Employer Participant, we offer a multi-faceted, efficient Program of DO~tr FORGET - VOTE ON NOVEMBER 4th. Employment Services. FOR THE EMPLOYER: Our Program Staff CULTURAL MEETINGS - LAST WEDNESDAY OF actively recruit and enlist Employer EACH MONTH - 7:30 - 45 LEXINGTON Participants with at least one person-toperson onsite contact. Together we develop AA EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY 7 - 9 PM a Job Activities Plan which will guide the trainee throughout the OJT period and into THREE FIRES - LAST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH full time, unsubsidized employment. AT 6:30 PM During this OJT period, we monitor the trainee's progress and assist both the FURTHER EDUCATION Sll JUNE FLEiCHER AT Employer and the trainee to insure a LEXINGTON ON THURSDAY FROM 9 - 11:00 AM successful outcome in this the most critical OR GIVE HER A CALL 774-8331 or 459-5945 phase of the training. Employers eligible for our JTPA(Job Training Partnership Act) program will enter into a LEXINGTON COMMUNITY ED OFF[RS, contractual agreement with our organization !IATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE/OJIBWAY, INDIAN ART, CREATIVE WRITING FOR ELDERS"AND and have 50% of the training costs paid with LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN - Call 456-3720 JTPA funds for the duration of the OJT period. Those who are unable to learn from past meetinqs are condemned to repeat them. FOR THE TRAINEE: Potential candidates are screened to determine their eligibility. Candidates who qualify are then referred for assessment and testing to determine �their employability skills and job readiness. Candidates are then matched up with Employer Participants to begin the OJT period. In addition, trainees qualify for assistance in obtaining job connected equiprrent such as work shoes, clothing, and tools (subject to resource availability). Training Activities include: Screening and Data Collection Assessrren~ and Testing Rerredial Developrrent Referral Pre-Employment Training OJT Assigrurent Monitoring and Follow-up To became participants in our Employrrent Program, candidates must reet certain requ:irelrents. They must be.: Econonri.cally Disadvantaged (Unemployed/Underemployed) there was very, very helpful. I took the TB Test, had my heiroglobin (blood) checked. Other things that were checked: Diabetes, Blood Pressure, there was a Podiatrist and he checked my feet, my height and weight were checked. GUESS WHAT, I EVEN LOST WEIGHT. I was too young for the flu shot and too old for the Immunizations (records check). As it turns out I am in good health for which I am thankful. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful. I am glad I went. I would go again. Next tine a Health Fair cones along be sure and go, the Health Fair covers everyone young and old, and ITS FREE. Its a good way to get your children and anyone who may be concerned about their health. checked. So don't miss the next Health Fair. v , ------------------------------------------ Able and Available for Work DON'T 17 Years of Age or Older Resident of Kent/Ottawa Counties Male 18-26 must be registered with the Draft. Additionally, as a bona fide Native American organization, we are cormnitted to servicing the needs of individuals who are of Native American Descent. For nore information: Please call Dawn, t1argaret, or Patty - 774-8331. INTER-TRIBAL AGENCY HEALTH rn FAIR HELD FORGET TO VOTI: ! ! ! ! ! ! ! November 4, • MUSKEGON, OCTOBER 1, 1986. DID YOU GO? If not you missed sorrething. A chance to find out if you were i l l good health. As you walked in there were Bob Stone, Anne LaFontsee and Vicki Upton . welcoming us to the Health Fair. I went thruugh the screening and everyone 0 1986 �3 INHALANT SUBSTANCE ABUSE WORKSHOP November 6 & 7, 1986 Midway Motor Lodge Grand Rapids, Ml Th~ goal of the workshop is to increase participant awareness of inhalant suostance abuse. The workshop w1il focus on the following issues: • types of inhalants used • pnysio1og1cal effects of abuse • psychological effects of abuse • treatment observatior.s concerning inhalants • prevention of inhalant substance abuse Morr:s E. Dyer. the workshop facilitator. is a professional health educator with the Indian Health Center in Anadarko. Oklahoma. Mr. Dyer has developed expertise in the area of inhalant substance abuse. He has served as chairman of the Zuni Council on Alcoholism. and the Gallup. New Mexico City Council. Mr. Oyer received service awards in 1972 and 19n from the Governor of New Mexico. In 1984 he received an Outstanding Leadership Award for Drug Education from the ~meri can Indian Institute. •Time: Registration : 8:30 AM-9:00 AM Thursday. November 6 . Workshop 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Thursday and Friday. •Recommended Audience: Professionals in Health. Social Services. Mental Health. Substance Abuse. and Education. •Cost: None • Location : Midway Motor Lodge 4101 - 28th Street. S.E. Grand Rapids . Michigan 49508 Located on 28th Street West of Interstate 96. Turn off Interstate 96 at Exit 43 and travel 2~,,2 miles West on 28th . E ~ c: c: .Q ca .Q co... .~ oi ai CI: Q) (!) E ca z c: 0 .r: a. .!::! c: ca Ol 0 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (616) 774-8331 - Anne, Bill, Vicki or Toni �~\ SUBSTANCE" ~\...~ ,~Y.. WORKSHOP ..qsu &~ November 6 & 7, 1986 Midway Motor Lodge Grand Rapids, Ml • Facilitator: Morris E. Dyer Sponsors : Kent County Health Department in i:ooperation with The Grand Rapids Inter Tribal Services �5 July 9, 1986 Analysis of H. R. 5059, Indian Claims bill for the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan I. Background: The funds for these judgment distributions were appropriated in 1972. Before any distribution of the funds to individuals or the tribes is made, a plan for the use of the funds by the tribal units, the individual tribe members, and descendent groups must be approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Legislation must then pass for the authorization of payments. At the Minneapolis conference, a distribution plan was worked out between BIA and the representatives of the tribes and descendant groups. This plan was developed in June of 1984. The Judgment funds are from Dockets 18-E, 58, 364 to the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan, and Docket 18R for the Sault Ste. Marie Band of Chippewa Indians. This money has been held in trust and invested by the BIA. The total funds in each of the dockets are as follows: DOCKET FUNDS IN 1972 FUNDS IN 1986 (as of April 30) 18-E and 58 $10,109,003 $31,595,923 364 25,233 53,294 18-R 15,000 28,040 There are four groups which will benefit from this division of the trust funds. The Bay Mills Indian Community, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, the Grand Traverse Bank of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (the 3 Federally recognized Ottawa and Chippewa successor tribal organizations). the Ottawa and Chippewa descendant group. The Secretary of the Interior will assist in the preparation of the tribal rolls to determine who will be eligible to participate in onequarter Michiqan Chippewa or Ottawa blood, and have been born on or before the date of enactment of this legislation. II. 1. Distribution within the tribal units: Bay Mills Indian Community: Not more than 80 percent of the share for the Bay Mills group will be available for per capita payments and �not less than 20 percent will be for tribal social and economic development. This tribal development may include the establishment of an investment fund which will provide dividend payments to all members of the tribe. 2. Sault Ste Marie Band: Not more than 20 percent of the tribal share will be used to establish an elderly assistance program which will make periodic payments to tribal members over the age of 55. (The remainder of the funds for the Sault band will be used as an investment fund for the annual budget of the tribe. There may be periodic dividend payments made to all members of the tribe from the investment jund. 3. Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians: Not more than 80 percent of the funds will be available for per capita payments, and not less than 20 percent for tribal social and economic development. 4. Descendent group share: Shall be distributed on a per capita basis to all individuals enrolled by the Secretary. TIME CHANGE: ROSANNA MARTELL IS HERE ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY FROM 10 - 2:00 PM 45 LEXINGTON - YOU CAN SEE ROSANA DOWNSTAIRS IN THE FOOD ANO NUTRITION ROOMSERVICES: INFORMATIONAL AND REFERRAL FOR SENIOR CITIZENS - HOUSING - SOCIAL SECURITY OR HEALTH, ETC. Rosanna Martell and the State Indian Outreach Supervisor, Valaria JGhnson attended the Indian Health and Human Services Training workshop in Sault St. Marie, Michigan in September. Adult Community Placement Supervisor, Earnie Davis, who also attended the workshop, learned from Valaria that Kent County is the only County in the State that included the Indian Outreach program in their annual report for 1985. In fiscal year 84-85, Roseanna had a total of 1431 contacts with Native American families in Kent County. Taken from KENT COMMUNIQUE KENT CO. DEPT. OF SOCIAL SERVICES - 415 FRANKLIN SE G.R., MI 49507 - OCT 86 - VOLUME 1, NO. 6 Success always occurs in private, and failure in full public view. �1 Kids' Colorin~ /Ill _-.. •• I Ill ) -(-..~--=---- --- -· -:..- • I be.z..h1 k �PLACE: WESTSIDE COMPLEX POTLUCK - BRING A DISH A PASS AND OWN TABLE SERVICE 215 Straicith TIME: 6 - 10:00 PM (Information: 774-8331) �II RAFFLE RAFFLE ' ' We have two tickets for the John Connley Show at the Ford Field House on Novenber 29th. Tickets are 1.00 dollar each with the proceeds going to the Senior F\Jnd. NATIVE AMERICAN SENIOR PRCGRAM Well here we go again another year is on it 's way. Q.ir New Year started 10-1-86,wi~h our fir$t Senior Meal on October .7th. The meals are provided twice a week on Tuesday's and Thursday's starting at 11 : 30am. The meals are free to Seniors. At the first Pot-lllck o:n Septanber ::?5th the Seniors agreed to keep the last Thursday of each !OOnth as a Pot-lllck l.llnch. We really have sane good cooks in our Senior group, so do bring a dish and cane get to know us. As the old year get~ closer to an end we have lots of things planned starting with our "AIL GHCST FEAST " on Novenber 6, 1986. -ihe Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington Nw. Starting at 6 :oopn. The C0uncil ~s furnishing the meat and coffee, Tl\t s. is a pot-luck so please bring a dish to pass and your own table service. '!here will be a '' TRADITIONAL CERm)NY '' Also in Novenber Larry Shananaquet has volunteered to cook for the Seniors. He wants to do a Corn Soup and Fry Brea.de November 11th is the tentative date. SO LET'S HEAR IT FOR LARRY AND . IXlN'T BE LATE!!!!!! Novanber 20th is going to be our 'Ihanksgiving Pot-lllck Dinner, with the Senior Program furnishing the turkey-Dinner will start at noon Hold on to that ticket it is also good for the Dried Flower Arrangement ' s you have seen around school. The drawing will be held on NOvenber 6th at the All Ghost Feast. You can get your tickets fran l.llella Collins , ~~garet Nelson or Fay Baker I \\Ould also like to thank Carol IOwns for all the help she has given in the Senior Program, and to Margaret Nelson who has been a great help to me while llle Has been on vacation. ·· I \\Ould like to thank the staff who have donated to the Senior Meal Program, and to the camrunity for their support. �r. I" AII Ghost Feast G-r-aqcl R111.pi"5 lrrter-Tr•D-.l C.O~nci/ '\ s Le )C i ~.,_.., l>-.\e : tlo~~"'~er- &,> 1q fh "'.e,). ii~: ~ - q "" \a>"a-c·. G'f m Co~<\~,\ --\o ~"'is\, -'4\CA C~f'~. Po~\vc.K - to vass Yr\~t ar\~ q. dis\\ o.nd '/•v. r OWft -fa.b\e. S&""\c.e-. �1 I' FOR YOUR INFORMATION What is Alcohol Abuse? It's drinking alcohol regard for POTENTIAL DANGERS. recklessly, without Some examples of alcohol abuse: Drinking to get drunk "chugging beer" "downing shots" daring one another to drinking contests, etc., and is unsafe and unhealthy. ALCOHOL ABUSE CAN HAVE HARMFUL CONSEQUENCES. teenager's life in many ways: It can affect a Educational consequences--Alcohol may interfere with schoolwork (and consequently career choice)if use results in: --CHANGED ATTITUDE toward shool. Some teenagers who drink stop caring about school performance --MISSING SCHOOL --DRINKING AT SCHOOL or during school hours --IGNORING homework assignments --HANGOVERS on school mornings. Physical consequences--Alcohol may: --IMPAIR THINKING and reasoning abilities. It also may make argument and fights more likely. --AFFECT COORDINATION and perception, making the individual prone to accidents (including traffic accidents, recreation accidents, falls, etc.). --CAUSE SERIOUS MEDICAL PROBLEMS in the long run. Heavy drinking is associated with diseases such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, heart disease and some cancers (especially if if the person also smokes cigarettes). --BECOME ADDICTING. Social consequences--Alcohol use can: --STIFLE emotional growth and maturation if a teenager drinks to escape problems rather than trying to solve them --HURT relationships with family and friends when trust is broken --CAUSE EMBARRASSMENT because of something said or done while intoxicated. --HARM a person's reputation due to drunken behavior --RESULT in arrest, since teenage drinking is illegal in many states. It real ly is 0 . K . not to drink . And it ' s 0 . K . to say "no thanks" ; after all, it's YOUR health, and YOUR life!! There are also pamphlets available to you for your information in the Substance Abuse office or in the A.A. room. �I l! , EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENTS ~ training is available to Indian residents in Kent and Ottawa Counties. LANDSCAPING Fam credits towards your diploma. Upon completion - Job placement Ask anyone Roan 4 or call 774-8331 DISLOCATED WORKERS Are you or have you been laid off from a job? or Long-term unemployed or under-employ~d? IF YES ••• We are now offering training opportunities or job placement. For more infonnation call Roseanna Two Crow at 774-8331 ON THE JOB TRAINING We are also offering On-The-Job-Training to Indians who are "job ready". employers are looking for qualified workers for permanent employment. Area For more information call or come in and see MARGARET NELSON OR PATRICIA CHIVIS. GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 45 Lexington N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 �IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES SMALL BUSIMESS MANAGEMENT CLASS Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, announces the second phase of its Small Business Management Class. (8 The class will begin October 8, 1986 - 10 weeks), (2) hours each week. (Time, 6:30 to 8:30 PM) During this ( 8 - 10) week period, you will learn: Why you need a business plan. \\hat the major components of a business plan are. How, through a step by step process using a workshop, to complete your business plan document. The course will include: An introduction to business planninq - the whys of business plans; how an effective plan can set you and your company on the right course. Understanding your company and its environment. Oiagnosinq the capabilities of vou.r company, current and future and the outside environment. Setting qoals - their nature and how they are established. - Developinq a sales and revenue plan, a production plan, an organization and manaqement plan and a financial plan. Preparinq a plan document. CRAFT CLASSES The second Thursday of each month SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CLASS from 7:00 - 10:00 PM Starts - October 8, 1986 If any questions, please call Instructors - Anita Smith 559 Oakcrest SW Wyoming, MI Seniors Room (downstairs) 45 Lexinqton Grand Rapids, MI the Council - 774-8331 SENIOR MEALS ARE BEING SERVED ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY · AT 11:30 AM SENIORS THANKSGIVING NOVEMBER 20, 1986 (12:00 noon) BRING A DISH TO PASS �VO.TE NOVEMBER 4 Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council supports Renewal and Additional 3 Mills Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? because GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS has * * * * * * * * * had over 200 graduates from Lexington Community Education Nervous about voting? helped sponsor graduation dinners for family and friends Lexinton Community Education will have general information about the election and candidates available beginning Monday, October 27. set up a Computer Center at Lexington Come in and practice in the voting booth! provides public use of the Lexington building sponsors potlucks and special events for Native Americans fall festivals Transportation a problem? Volunteers will be available November 4 to give Grand Rapids residents a ride. Call 456-3720 for details or to sign up. special classes: Ojibway, Indian Art, Creative Writing for Elders provides transportation to and from Lexington classes employs Native Americans Need an absentee ballot? Absentee Ballot applications are available at Lexington School. Call 456-3720 or stop in for information. THE LIST IS LONG, BUT EVERYTHING HAS BEEN USEFUL TO THE NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY AND WESTSIDE REMEMBER TO VOTE! �\n ....... /\/ove \r\ beR SuY") , I ues fY\on ,c; 8 l, ~ ThuRS. +~; tJed J AA every Monday and Thursday 7 - </I'm Roseanna Martel [ - Dss Worker he1 ~Tuesday and Thur 10-.2.PM June Fletcher <lralent Search) h1 re Thursdav onlv :00 Jean Valus her€ on Tuesday Only ' - 12:00 • .Sen··o~ ~~Al~ e'l/e ,._Y _ (11:.Jo) -rue.~._ Tt-.11 iq, _!J:_ EOM.-7:~...L. -1 s f I et?..\- i bf) s _!L _ VOTE /b '} /_ 1l GHOST SUPPrn POTLUCK 45 Lexington 1).A-\e I 0A-/- Nov. 6 & 7 ':Fri m 8 - 5:00 PM INHALENT WORK: HOP (HOFFMAN Hi nusE) II , I~ '" 13 __;-_i !> 1-~ r VETERANS DANCE Westside (6-10 PM I '"' 111· :ii I? IX 19 021 al.'2. Sen; 09' 5 e29J /hA"K~\\liV\~ I j) \ "' "' e.. Ill. 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Wagner Wheeler Editor------------- Loretta Yount Iqg-0 COMPUTER CLASS GRITC has been running classes for <l> month in June, GR ITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS: PRESIDENT--------George Martin VICE-PRESIDENT--John Hart TREASURER-------Roger Williams SECRETARY-------Mary Roberts SGT.-AT-ARMS----Ron Yob MEMBER----------David Shananaquet MEMBER----------Sydney Martin MEMBER----------David Wonegeshik ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER MAY 29, 1986 The evening started out with a potluck dinner There was plenty of good things to eat. After dinner, the President George Martin called the meeting to order. GRITC elections are coming up in June. Running again will be: Sydney Martin, David Wonegeshik John Hart and Roger Williams No nominations from the floor. Meeting adjourned early. It was a pleasant evening. Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors meeting June 18, 1986, election of officers - officers as listed above. We would like to welcome the Board members. They are all familiar to us. If you have not met any of them before - everyone is welcome to come It has a very successful class. If anyone is interested in classes in the fall, they should call the Council774-8331. It has been a learning experience for me. I really did not want to learn, I felt I could not learn, it was too complicated for me and I have put this off for so many many years. One day I decided I would try. What did I find out, I could learn. They are so much faster, you can get so many things done in a day. In any of my free minutes I am in the computer room. I am sold, I want to learn everything. This is the up and coming thing. I am now a firm believer.---Anyone can learn----! did--its easy, fun and still learning. I am glad I took the class and believe every office should have a computer and printer of their very own. NATIVE AMERICAN DINNER Students were very busy May 21, 1986 in the afternoon They decorated the hall at Westside Complex, why? They were graduating at the end of month. The celebration started at 6 PM Family, relatives and friends �to the Board meetings held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM, 45 Lexington. came and to their surprise, the students gave them their latest "Young Natives Edition." Everyone is so pleased with this paper, we are hoping they will keep up their newsletter. They are a hard working group and very pleasant. We sure enjoyed them at Lexington School and the Council. We hope to see all or some of them this coming year fdr classes. The evening went very well. There was plenty of food - ham, fry bread, cole slaw, potato salad and cake!!! The certificates were presented to proud graduates. We wish them all the LUCK in the future!!!!! HANDY OFFICE EXCUSES: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. That's the way we've always done it. I didn't know you were in a hurry for it. That's not my department. No one told me to go ahead. I'm w<:dting for an O.K. How did I know this was different? That ' s his job, not mine. Wait til the boss comes back and ask him. We don't make many mistakes. I didn't think it was very important. I'm so busy, I just can't get around to it. I thought I told you. I wasn't hired to do that. If you file it, you'll know where it is but never need it. If you don't file it, you ' ll need it but never know where it is. The one who does the least work will get the most credit. THE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL AND LEXINGTON EDUCATION CENTER WISH TO: "SALUTE AND CONGRATULATE" each and everyone who worked so hard to finish either GED/High School or Both. HIGH SCHOOL/GED 1. Merri Hinman ,., . ..:.. ._t. ~~- 4. i::.- ,J. 6. David Russell Cheri Gibbs Eva Hinman Kari Sprague Troy Hit ts GED 1. Bettie Covell 2. Nancy Sheneman DIPLOMA 1. Ella High 2. Sandy Jackson 3. Georgianna Martell 4. Julia Pahman �FROM THE NATIVE AMERICAN EDUCATION PROGRAM AT WEST MIDDLE JANET SHOMIN 1986 GRADUATES Union High School Wesley Emert Thomas Hickox Brian Rittenhouse Central High School David Quick Francis Carew Creston High School Michele Dominic ************************************************************* SPECIAL CLASSES OFFERED AT LEXINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE/OJIBWAY Wednesday 12: 30 INDIAN ART Thursday 12:30 Beading work, leather, quillwork, ribbon shirts CREATIVE WRITING FOR ELDERS Starting September 25. The elders meet twice a week to talk and write about past events and life memories. These stories will be part of a book by Native American elders. LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN This is a class to give basic instruction in Landscaping Techniques. Emphasis will be on a working knowledge of Landscaping leading toward part time or full time employment. LEXINGTON POTLUCK OCTOBER 8th at 12:00 noon Bring a dish to pass and share in the fun!! place setting is provided. Meat, beverage and �SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CLASS Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, announces the second phase of its Small Business Management Class. (8 The class will begin October 8, 1986 - 10 weeks), (2) hours each week . During this ( 8 - 10) week period, you will learn: Why you need a business plan. What the major components of a business plan are. How, through a step by step process using a workshop, to complete your business plan document. The course will include: An introduction to business planninq - the whys of business plans; how an effective plan can set you and your company on the right course. Understanding your company and its environment. Diagnosinq the capabilities of~ your company, current and future and the outside environment. Setting goals - their nature and how they are established. - Developinq a sales and revenue plan, a production plan, an organization and management plan and a financial plan. Preparinq a plan document. CRAFT CLASSES The second Thursday of each month SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CLASS from 7:00 - 10:00 PM Starts - October 8, 1986 Instructors - Anita Smith 559 Oakcrest SW Wyoming, MI If any questions, please call Seniors Room (downstairs) 45 Lexinqton Grand Rapids, MI the Council - 774-8331 IF YOU CAN DISTINGUISH BETWEEN GOOD ADVICE AND BAD ADVICE, THEN YOU DON'T NEED ADVICE. �EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENTS. Free training is available to Indian residents in Kent and Ottawa Counties. LANDSCAPING Earn credits towards your diploma. Upon completion - Job placement Ask anyone Room 4 or call 774-8331 DISLOCATED WORKERS Are you or have you been laid off from a j~b? or Long-term unemployed or under-employ~d? IF YES •.. We are now offering training opportunities or job placement. For more information call Roseanna Two Crow at 774-8331 ON THE JOB TRAINING We are also offering On-The-Job-Training to Indians who are "job ready". employers are looking for qualified workers for pennanent employment. Area For more information call or come in and see MARGARET NELSON OR PATRICIA CHIVIS. GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 45 Lexington N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 . �BRIEF REPORT July 3, 1986 38th Annual Meeting NORTHERN MICHIGAN OTTAWA ASSOCIATION On June 21, 1986, the 38th annual meeting of the Northern Michigan Ottawa Association took place in Petoskey, Michigan. Before the regular annual meeting was called to order Joseph Genia met with his executive council members. He announced to them his resignation as president of the Northern Michigan Ottawa Association for personal reasons. Present at the meeting was Mr. Alvin Picotte, the superintendent of the Michigan Bureau of Indian Affairs. It may be recalled that, recently, Unit 4 of the Northern Michigan Ottawa Association took action to unanimously approve the Minneapolis Plan. The bill regarding this plan has been introduced into Congress and is, at this time, in the House of Interior and Insular Affairs. It is House Rule 5059. This bill is of very significant interest to the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan under Dockets Numbers 18E and 58. Persons are encouraged to write to their congressmen in th~ir particular congressional districts to support this H.R. 5059. You may request your congressman to send you a copy of the bill that was introduced. Since the 38th annual meeting was very well attended, the election that took place and the results expressed the voice of many persons . The results of indivdual ballots that were given to eligible voters are as follows: President ~----------- - --- Percy Compeaux Vice-President---- ---- ---Warren Petoskey, Jr. Secretary--- - ------------Jessica Bromley Treasurer-------- ---- - - --Arlene Naganashe Counselor- --- - -- -------- Veronica Burrows Counselor---------------June Dart Counselor---------------Joe John Counselor---------------Helen Nichols InterprE:ter-------------Anthony Chingmen Our best wishes are extended to the new Northern Michigan Ottawa Association Council members. Jeanette St. Clair :3ecretary Unit 4 �a oun MAY 1981.o EDITORIAL By Merry Hinmon Graduation is a time of year when everybody's spirits are high. You can look around and see smiles on everyone's faces. Both students and teachers feel like they have accomplished a lot. This has been a very special year for me because of the new friends I have made. Especially Sue, who put up with the gang all year long. Thanks for all of the people who motivated us. "OUR FIELD TRIP TO IBM" By Marge Dunn We left Lexington School in the afternoon and it took us ten minutes to get there by car. It was a beautiful drive. We were enjoying the field trip to IBM. We met a When we arrived we had to wait for our tour guide. very friendly receptionist. Finally, our tour guide, Bernie arrived and introduced himself and took us to a workroom. Their room contained three different kinds of computers. Bernie told how each one worked. He also told us how he got started in IBM. (cont . ) �("Our Field Trip to IBM") Page 2 IBM was started in 1900. The company sold scales, time clocks and calculators. It was asked by the government how many people lived in the United States. By a survey of people voting and buying things through the mail, IBM came up with how many people lived in the United States. During World War II, the company produced calculators for the government to use as well as many different items. Our tour guide talked about his career at IBM. He was a teacher for nine years at Hudsonville Schools. Bernie just walked into IBM and submitted an application. He said that if he got hired, fine--if not, he had a good job already. He really was interested in his job at the school but was looking for a change in his career. After he was called into work for IBM, he had to be trained at special schools lo6ated in large cities such as Dallas or New York. He was in training for 24 weeks from 8:00 to 5:00 everyday, and was trained in sales and mass marketing. To work for IBM you must look your best! This means that men have to wear suits, ties, black shoes and white shirts. Working women must wear a suit, a silk tie and low-heeled shoes. These must be in neutral colors. · (cont.) �("Our Field Trip to IBM") Page 3 The IBM located in Grand Rapids has 117 employees. They were all trained by the company. They all work between 40-50 hours a week. At IBM there are no lay-offs. If there is a time that your job is no longer needed, then IBM will find you another job in the company . You may have the choice to be relocated . If neither one of these agree with you, then IBM will ask you if you would like to go back to school for retraining. I learned that IBM will take your application and interview you at the same time, even if they are not hiring. Our tour guide knows what he is talking about and is very interested in what you want! He listens to your feedback. I think that if you show IBM that you are interested and know the job, you would have a good chance to work for IBM. ROUND-UP! By Laurie Hinmon What do you do when you're depressed??? Go for a long walk. I like to be alone. Eat!! I keep busy. Never gets depressed. Go for a walk. I like to go for a ride. Hit things. Swears. Eat! Go Shopping. Eat or call somebody up. Look at men and tush. Work out. Merry Hinmon Eva Hinmon Sandy Jackson · Marge Dunn Dave (Bo) Miss Rose Dawn Anderson Vicki Kayleen Roxy Kendra Annetta Toni Wag . . • �Page 4 VICE GUYS FINISH FIRST By Eva Hinmon Don Johnson is the bad boy Sue goes for even though she knows that she should know better. With "Miami Vice" consistently among the top-rated television shows, Don Johnson is hotter than the Florida sun. Wherever he goes Sue follows him. She follows him so much that Don's bodyguard has to fight her off him. When Don goes to the Miami Dolphin's games, NBC sneaks him into its broadcast booth so he won't be mobbed by Sue and her students. Don says that he made up his mind a long time ago that he would do away with Sue and her pursuing him by marrying her. This way she will get her students to quit mobbing him. Now that Sue's hitched, what will she do about her students. We asked her this question and she said that they will all become part of a new television series called "Grand Rapids Spice". Her students will have leading roles in which they will solve crime on the street and wipe out vice. Watch out all you BAD BOYS-- here come the good girls!! STAY TUNED IN FOR OUR NEXT EDITION!!! We 'l l see what's going to happen on her HOT and WILD honeymoon. YOUNG NATIVE AMERICAN RECIPE Wild Rice Hot Dish 1 cup wild rice 1 medium onion 2 stalks of celery 1 can mushroom bits and pieces 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 2 tablespoons of soy sauce or suit to taste salt and pepper • Wash rice thoroughly. Simmer 1 cup of rice. Fry hamburger, onion and celery until done. Add mushroom bits and pieces. Add 2 cans cream of mushroom soup. Add soy sauce, salt and pepper to suit taste. Pour this over rice and bake 30 minutes. �Page 5 YOUNG NATIVE AMERICAN POEMS Child of Hope Every child that is wrapped in an Indian blanket, Every child that learns an Indian tradition, Every child that knows an Indian world, Becomes the hope and pride of Indians everywhere. From Akwekon �("Young Native American Poems") Page 6 The Dreamer ... He walked through the wet grass and breathed the fresh air, then sat by the blue clear water and felt the wind blow through his hair. He listened to the angels as they sang a song of peace and he thought how grand it would be if this moment never ceased. Where he looked he saw no violence-just abundant love. And all the children were playing and the birds were singing up above. Slap! came a noise from his commander's hand, "Rise up!" he said, "We need every available man. Then his heart grew heavy, for it had only been a dream. The war still existed and his country he must redeem. So he gathered up his arms and started through the hall; then thought to himself, he'd rather not have dreamed at all. By Terry Keck Sneeze There's a sort of a tickle the size of a nickel, a bit like the prickle of sweet-sour pickle. It's a quivery shiver the shape of a sliver, like eels in a river; a kind of a wiggle that starts as a jiggle and joggles its way to a tease, which I cannot suppress any longer, I guess so pardon me, please, while I sneeze. Submitted by, Brandi Shomin �, .. I Page 7 !!? * P-R-E-D-I-C-T-I-0-N-S * ?!! In the year 2006 - WE PREDICT ... !!! Sue will still be teaching at Lexington trying to get Diane Leaureaux to graduate. Merry Hinman will own and edit Cosmopolitan Magazine. Eva Hinman will be employed as a graphics artist at the New York Times. Rhonda Shalif oe will be home watching one of her 85 grandchildren (all members of the Eight Fires). Sandy Jackson will be a Fortune 500 E.C.O. heading the largest computer corporation in America. Laurie Hinman will own and operate her own custom beadwork company. "Bo" McCullough will be the Chief Chef at Charlie's Crab and a part-time Sumo wrestler. Wag Wheeler will become the leading macho sex symbol in the country. (Yee-oww! !) Elaine Dalcher will be a famous artist known throughout Europe and America and will create a new movement in the art world known as maskism. Chris Shomin will be a leading practicing psychologist in the State of Michigan. Kendra Simon will be the foremost authority on color analysis and fashion for jet setters. John P. Zakem will be running for President of the U.S.A. Roxann Quada will be the real estate queen in the Grand Rapids, Muskegon and Grand Haven areas. Kayleen Pawloski will be a D Jay on M-T.V. Bob Johnson will become the precinct delegate for the democratic party in Grand Rapids. Shirley Lark will be the president of Old Kent Bank. �("Predictions") Page 8 Rose Kurlenda will be a foremost child authority and consultant to Mr. Spock. Pete Sief will get his second wind of energy and start cleaning the building. Ray Lentz will be the largest lotto winner in the history of Michigan. Geri Conway will replace Joan Rivers on the former Johnny Carson Show. Dawn Anderson will become the first woman president of the Teamsters. Annetta Ribbens will be the manager of all the leading "HOT" rock groups out of L.A. Chris Fleming will be fashion authority for new trends in menswear at Esquire Magazine. (Check it out!) Mary Zuiderveen will become a corporate chair for McDonalds. Carol Hale will lead a new cult and will be hailed as 2006 Punk Queen. Her hair will be green with purple streaks. Bob DeMaagd will become a leading folk singer and will tour the country with Kiss. Loretta Yount will be the editor of Time Magazine. Margaret Nelson will be a leading stunt woman in Hollywood. Peanut Hall will be having her 22nd child with Gary Rueckart (true love lasts). Mar g e Dunn will be the Dean of Grand Rapids Junior College. Delores will win a Pulitzer Prize for award winning photographs. Becky Shalifoe will become the "Grand Gossip Mogul" for the Grand Rapids Press. Pat Chivis will become the first woman catcher of the Detroit Tigers. Wanda Raphael will be the leading beading consultant at Michigan State University. Georgianna Martell will win a Nobel Prize for her scientific inventions. �I ,~ ....-..-------....._______...... PEfiNDT ~ rafiRYI �("Predictions") Page 9 Lou Collins will invent the most efficient transit system designed for senior citizens--it will be called the "Red Lightning Express". Maryan Mashka will be the "Cheese Monarch" in sunny California. Bill Memberto will invent a new cure for alcoholism--made with all natural ingredients (oxygen, water and healthy attitudes) . Toni Genia will be the playmate of the year. Vicki Upton will own her own zoo which will take in all stray animals and handsome, single millionaires. Anne LaFontsee will become the new Grand Rapids Superintendent. Diane Lis will become the leading model for Vogue Magazine. Dorothy Jertle will become a television hostess for the game show called "Let's Graduate". Marian Takens will open a hotel which will offer its guests the opportunity to rent a cat for the evening to sleep on their feet. Laura Lentz will become the Grand Rapids "Algebra Whiz". �·or, . Ol 111 l 7 , NO;. I I I I I I I I I I 7 I I I I I I f;I I I I I I I I I I I I lpl I I I I F I I I I I I I I I I I * * * 9 I tI I I I I I I I 1 I I p • 111111111ao11111Z * * * PAUL JAMES RAPHAEL NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST (By E.V. Gillis) (EDITORS NOTE: This is the fourth in our series showcasing young Native American Artists. We have previously featured: Dave Shananquet, Candi (Wesaw) Wilcox, and Duane Raphael in our regional Grand Rapids area in our efforts to promote their talents in every way possible.) PAUL JAMES RAPHAEL is (29) years old and is of proud odawa ancestry. Paul was born at Northport Michigan and attended the Holy Childhood Indian Boarding School at Harbor Springs, Michigan where he finished grades one through eight. Following his move to Grand Rapids in 1969, Paul a t tended west Middle and union High School through the eleventh grade. In 1984 Paul participated in the •ART APPRENTICE PROGRAM,• funded through a grant from the Michigan Arts council and processed · through the Grand Rapids Jnter~Trib.a. l couricii. The program includeq ~ a number of weeks of actual commercial art experience under the tutorship of professional artists Pau.l · Collins, William KU_bj..ak 1 - Chip _. Dipeazzo and Larry Blovits. Paul spent his. fourteen weeks of "on-the-job-training• with artist Bill Kubiak at the "" Grand Rapids Press and thought ' the experience was good _ ~nd : most worthwhile. PAUL JAMES RAPHAEL - ODAWA Paul's ear lies,.t awareness . "k· of a special inter-e st in - a'ft was .h.is kindergarten years at the Indian Boarding School, adding, •r wanted to draw_ all of. the . ~_ime." Every artist seems to have a favorite media they prefer working with in which they believ~ .~ey can b~$t e~p.r.~s what they feel . inside and what they '· · . most · want . to d9 . wi1tb l ~lent.. . Paul ,: feel,s very comfortable with charcoal, color-pencil and oil as media of preferred expression and a very definite desire to do realism. J �APRIL 1986 VOL. 17, NO. 7 -r -: 7 ,. 9 :00 PM • ---- · ------------------------------~------- - ------------------------ ROSANNA MARTELL IS HERE ON TUESDAY AND THURSDAY FROM 10:00 - 4:00 PM 45 LEXINGTON NW ---------------------------------------------- FURTHER EDUCATION SEE JUME FLETCHER AT LEXINGTON ON THURSDAY FROM 9:00 - 11:00 PM (45 LEXINGTON NW) -----------------------------------------------------~-------- THREE FIRES - LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH ------------- ------------------------------------------------- ... AA - EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY 45 LEXINGTON NW. CULTURAL MEETINGS - THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH - 7:30 PM 45 Lexinqton NW. * * * * * * Paul can be reached through the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council at 45 Lexington Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504. Telephone (616) 774-8331. * Paul's motivation towards realism in his art is obvious in the beautiful portrait work he is currently producing. Paul said, •I have no problem at this time in obtaining commissions for portraits in excess of a hundred dollars per portrait.• And added, •I say at this time, because as I develop my techniques and reputation as an artist my goal is to make a comfortable living by my work.• •oeveloping my reputation•, Paul said, •means each picture I do is constantly changing my goal of perfection by showing me that I can do better on my next picture. Even though I may feel I have done exceptionally well, I find I'm telling myself I can and must do better - and I wi11:• In discussing opportunities for Native American Artists in our Grand Rapids area, Paul feels the community has been over influenced and dominated by the Grand Rapids Art Museums obsession with promoting •Modern Art• to an on-going exclusion of art works by the local advocates for realism. A public Art Museum, Paul said, •should promote all concepts of art on an equal basis.• Paul believes that for him to find the success he is working for, he will have to get into the western art market where Indian-oriented art enjoys a popular market. •My first step in that direction,• Paul said, •is to enter the annual Red Cloud Indian Art Exhibit and Sale at Pine Ridge, South Dakota and hope for at least some national recognition there:• As with many artists who live for the day when their first love of occupation can support them, Paul works seasonally as a commercial fisherman with his cousin Jim Raphael out of Pbshawbetown, Michigan, on the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indian Reserve. Paul is a nephew of Joe •Buddy• Raphael, who is Executive Tribal Ch.a irman of that Grand Traverse Band. 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 PAGE 47 .. �.) 'ti&;#:...fj_,f./..f..ft.C../:..t..fT.l...f,,,4.:f..f;J-#T~..1..-#"_:f•.l..#..f..f.,(j'. I~ .I POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 1936 - 87 MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS 611 W. Ottawa - 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 DATE NOVEMBER 28, 29 & 30 JANUARY 16, 17 & 18 JANUARY 23 (If no snow, to be held on JAN. 30th) MARCH 25 PLACE Chi ca go, I l li noi.s Ortonville, MI Marine City, MI Warren, MI I NFORHATI ON Annual Chicago Pow Wow Location to be announced Contact: (312) 275 5871 A.I.C.L.C. Winter Survival Camp • Camp Tamerack Contact: Sharon Kata at (313) 984 3101, ext. 1137 "Snowsnake Tournament" at East China School on Meisner Rd. Contact: Nila Young at (313) 765 4998 Annual Indian Author's Dinner Guest speaker & location to e announced. ontact Sharon Kata at (313) 984 3101, ext. 1137 • �lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllli lWWWWWWWWWWWW.l!r:.l!r:l~~ 11t7Ei< 7'R1~/IL /lt;&7tett ~&//L7~ · '?/11~ October 1st, 1986 JOam-2pm .Firs.t Congregational Chur·ch .. 1201 Jefferson Muskegon, Michigan Screening: • Flu Shots (if available) • T.B. Skin Test •Vision and Hearing •Hemoglobin · • l1T1T1unizations (records checked) •Diabetes, via urine dip stick •Blood Pressure Readings •Height and Weight Measurements • Podiatrist for Foot Examinations Materials: • • • • • • • • • Diabetes High Blood Pressure Nutrition Family Planning Dental Heal th T.B. Cancer Society Alcohol and Substance Abuse Safety Refreshments l M' , jw~;,~ I • CLUt. .6ok a_;(_ 73'l-..3'f') �Oc__+ D rn'>-9 5on Of'\ Toe~ - ' - - ~l, be_" lJed AA AA every t-bnday and Thursday 7 - 9PM Roseanna Martel - DSS Worker he1 e Tuesday and Thu1 ~ 10-4PM June Fletcher ( alent Search) he1 e Thursay 9:00 AM fiheA--H-h ThvR'S -/ AA 1-C/ -~ 5Af: -FRI --3 _L ~4; le_ _ us~~cr-iJ . s AA ?-'f lo _g_ Al1 ?-9 7 - . - ,, AA AA 'J-~ 13 'l-9 Jo 19- 1k1 - IS "''°4' ') :3o - .:LI AR '1-<i lb ~$ I ,;JI. AA ?-1 J ] ~8 - ~ul-\-uRf\\ ('Y\ -\--~- '} :3D llR " t ..f2_ ll/ ~ .2~- ' :lf --. //. \'"\'\ 910/. AA ?-'I . /~ ~~tr~dA-'1 fY\ 0 /~ - 9-- ?-? :i!!!_ I\\~ ee ~if{~ lo'. 3o ...,, �• MOH PIOflT OIO. Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council U. S. POST:A.GE PA ID 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 OIAN D llAPIDS. MICH PERMIT NO. 690 / ..- f"- ~.'.'. ..,. . ;;'.\ ~.;~~)' AUn.~t~rl \Y2y !~-:~.-.::~-~, s1~1f. Nf.S- i..1Y>t-.R'i Y>t.1'r'i JO coi..1.f.Gf. GRA'l::\U 'J~LLf.'i 49401 ~1J.,f.NUf>J.-'E , ' I· 111 ~ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Native American Publication Collection Subject The topic of the resource Native Americans Indians of North America Anthropology Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Michigan Description An account of the resource Selected digital surrogates of published and unpublished materials from the Edward V. Gillis Native American publication collection dealing with different aspects of human culture and anthropology, with an emphasis on Native American people, events, organizations, and activities in Michigan. Includes newsletters, event programs, flyers, posters and other printed materials. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gillis, Edward V. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/28543773c14c0d18b5789df5936c2092.pdf 360936d7e922462bdcbd7574f13ed3a1 PDF Text Text GRA~ID VALLEY STATE COLLEGES LIBRARY REG10f~AL AFFAIRS RESOURCES COLLECTION ,, MAY 1986 TURTLE TALK Executive Director J. Waqner Wheeler Loretta Yount Editor GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President---------------George Martin Vice-President--------------John Hart Secretary----------------Mary Roberts Treasurer--------------Roqer Williams Sgt.At-Arms----------------Ronald Yob Member--------------David Shananaquet Member------------------Sydney Martin Member--------------------Debra Gibbs Member---------------David Wonegeshik The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council (GRITC) is a non-profit. Native American orqanization, assistino its membership in the area of employment via the activities of its Emoloyment Proqram. The Emolovment Procram's mission is to put our Proqram Participants to work. We need to establish lonq ranqe, cooperative, mutuallv beneficial workinq relationships with area Employers in order to accomplish this mission. Components within the GRITC Employment Proqram are: * * * * * JTPA Displaced Workers Proqram Summer Youth Proqram Older Workers Proqram Job Development Proqram GRITC Employment Program activities include: * * * * * Recruitment Pre-Employment Traininq Referral Job Development Job Placement Follow-Up lhe GRITC Emplovment Proqram has been in existence since 1974. To you. our prospective Emplover Partir.ioant. we offer a multi-faceted, efficient Prooram of Employment Services. FOR THE EMPLOYER: Our Proaram staff actively recruit and enlist Employer Particioants with at least one person-to-person on-site contact. Toqether we develop a Job Activities Plan which will guide the trainee throuahout the OJT period, lasting up to (13) weeks, and leadino to full-time, unsubsidized employment. Durinq this OJT oeriod, we monitor the trainee's proqress and assist both the trainee and the Employer to insure a successful outcome in this the most critical phase of the traininq. Emoloyers eligible for our JTPA (Job Traininq Partnership Act) Proqram will enter into a contractual aareement with our orqanization and have a oortion of the traine~is wages paid with JTPA funds for the duration of the OJT period. Ask our staff for details. FOR THE TRAINEE: Potential candidates are screened to determine their eligibility. Candidates who qualify are then referred for assessment and testina to determine their employability skills and job readiness. Candidates are then matched up with Employer Participants to beain the OJT oeriod. In addition, trainees qualify for assistance in obtainino job connected equipment such as work shoes, clothing, and tools subject to resource availability). TRAINEE ACTIVITIES * * * * * * I~CLUDE: Screeninq and Data Collection Assessment and Testing Remedial Development Referral Pre-Employment Training OJT Assignment and Activities Plan Monitoring and Follow-Up cont. on following page �\ JTPA cont'd its enactment on Oct. 13, 1982. To become participants in our Employment Proqram, candidates must meet certain requirements. They must be: WHERE Disadvantaqed * Economically (Unemoloved/Underemployed) * * * * Able and 17 Years Resident Males 18 with the Available for Work of Age or Older of Kent/ Ottawa Counties - 26 must be re9istered Draft. Additionally, as a bonafide Native American organization we are committed to servicir.a the needs of those individuals who are of Native American descent. THE JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT (Public Law 97-300, Oct. 13, 1982) WHO The Federal Government has allocated monies to implement the above proQram. GRITC, along with other area orqanizations, was awarded monies ~nd status as an agencv authorized to carrv out this proaram. WHAT JTPA monies are used to subsidize the waae of an individual in an OJT program. Throuqh contractual aareements with aqencies such as ours, a portion of the worker's waqe is paid throuahout the OJT period (Maximum, 13 weeks) until the worker enters into full time unsubsidized employment. WHY The intent of JTPA is to create more advantageous opportunities of employment for economically disadvantaqed individuals (Youth and unskilled Adults), and to provide incentives to attract private sector employers as coparticipants. WHEM JTPA has been a continuous program since For more information, contact the G.R. Inter~Tribal Council, or the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Traininq Administration, Washinaton, D.C .• 20213. NISHNAWBE NATIVE AMERICAN A.A. GROUP OF GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL, 45 LEXINGTON N.W. MEETINGS ARE MONDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHTS FROM - 7:00 - 8:00 PM AL-ANON - MONDAY ONLY 7:00 - 8:00 PM In April of 1982, three Native American women started the Nishnawbe A.A. qroup at Lexinqton School. We are all A.A. Native American women and men and meet each other throuqh the A.A. groups in the Grand Rapids area. June, Lee and JoAnn are responsible for starting the A. A. Group at the Council. Two of them are Ottawa/Chippewa Indians from Grand Rapids and one from Florida, a Seminole Indian. Because 11 Nishnawbe 11 means Indian people, it doesn't necessarily mean vou have to be an Indian to attend. It is open to everyone who shares this disease of alcohol. The Council, also known as Lexington School for many of the Indian people, is a place for meetina each other. The Council has functions for the Native American community. such as; Adult Education Program, Senior Citizens, employment, to name a few, and in this way everyone could get involved. During the summer months the meetinas are held from 4:00 - 5:00 PM. When school term starts in the fall, the meetinqs are again held from 7:00 - 8:00 PM evenings. As of now, we have meetings on Monday and Thursday and have started Al-anon once a week on Monday evenings only, 7:00 - 8:00 PM. Aaain, thank-you, "to everyone" who helped get our A.A. meetinqs started in the Native American community. �A MODEL OF SUCESS Indian. I feel fortunate that I didn't John Hutchinson wears crisp white shirts, have to face the problems they've had to fashionable sport jackets and the air of face. I never had to cope with what they had to cope with. My Mother and father a rising businessman. He talks the langua9e of success and he lives it too. He has a substantial home in Cascade Township in suburban Grand Rapids. a always had a job." Hutchinson grew up in suburban Detroit, the son of an Irish father and a Chippewa wife, four children. Indian mother. He is seated in his office at the head- "It was a typical middle-class home, in quarters of Western Food Enterprises, a blue-collar area of Royal Oak. a food service company he founded with was a good neighborhood." two others in 1981. His mother grew up on the Bay Mills re- His face is broadly handsome, a stout jaw jutting in front of penetratinq eyes. His hair is ink black and straight. He is confident and assured. "I wanted to do something on my own and It servation on Lake Superior's Whitefish Bay' but she moved at age 15 with her mother to the Detroit suburb of Ferndale. It was there she met Huchinson's Father, an interior decorator. this looked like a good chance. We have good clients, qood qualitv man- As he grew up, Hutchinson had almost no aqement and our growth has been good. visits (with) my grandparents, there Our sales plan is to achieve small, was very little of that." managed growth. He faintly recalls, however, that his We are lookina to add contact with Indian culture. "Except for two to four clients a year." maternal grandmother kept alive some of Hutchinson, 40 is vice president. trea- the old traditions. surer and one-third owner of Western Food, and his sales expertise has helped "I remember her stories, spiritual type of thinqs. the company expand its (4) oriqinal, Hope,than that. But I just can't recall more She did try to teach us the Calvin, Aquanis,OR _Baptist Colleqe,--to thelanguage." current total of (17). The company proHutchinson was raised Catholic and atvides mass serving food service to institutions, mostly schools, in West Michigan and also Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana. tended Catholic schools, earninq allconference and all-Detroit honors as a quarterback. He enrolled at the University of Kentucky in 1963 on a football scholarship, but neglected to register for the draft and was inducted into the Army in John Hutchinson is a rarity among local Native Americans--a classic corporate success story. 1966. "I consider myself American first," tour of duty, then attended Oakland he says. University in Rochester, majoring in "I seldom think about being He completed a two-year stateside �restaurant and food manaqement. He ATTENTION!! AN INVITATION TO PRAISE!! worked briefly for the State of Michiaan,ANYONE INTERESTED IN ORGANIZING A FULL and was hired bv the Saqa Corp. of Menlo,GOSPEL CHURCH WHERE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST Calif., in 1969. He worked 13 years in IS THE CENTER OF WORSHIP AND THE JOY OFTHE various food service manaqement positionsLORD IS OUR STRENGTH, IS INVITED TO ATTEND before he and two other Saaa employees A TIME OF FELLOWSHIP AND REFRESHMENT AT established Western Food Enterprises. THE GRAMD RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL, When he first moved to this area in 1981,45 LEXINGTON N.W •• Hutchinson was all but invisible in the ON MONDAY, MAY 12, 1986 at 7:00 PM Native American community. "I think it was a couple years before I had any contact at all," he says. REV. MICHAEL W. PETERS, PASTOR A/G -----------------------------------------JTPA PROGRAM - JOB READINESS Within the last few months, we have been organizing and implementing new plans for growth in the JTPA Work Program. We've been contacting new potential employers to make them aware of - Inter-Tribal and the proograms we have to offer. Our goal will be to locate good job sites with a pay scale above minimum wage (3.35) "RECRUITMENT" is a very important factor within the program. For this we need YOU as a potential client to HELP US HELP YOU. When you come and apply for work, please bring all documents on the FIRST VISIT. Types of documents: Native American BIA verification/birth certificate; Veteran status-selective service number; social security card; drivers license, classification C Cl-C2; proof of address; income for past year, include all household It seems Hutchinson wants to reach out members, W-2 statement, check stubs, DSS to a part of his past he never knew. Income Reporting Statement. If you do not have a resume, we will "There are people in that community who refer you to Kayleen of the education have talent and skills who want to department for help in preparing a proper develop those. They should be qiven the resume. By being prepared we will be able to proopportunity. cess the necessary papers and follow up with an appointment for an interview. "That's my only involvement with the OUR AIM IS TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR "JOB community, but I reallv enjoy working READINESS"! ! ! ! ! ! That's no longer the case. Hutchinson is chairman of the Economic Advisory Committee of the Grand Rapids InterTribal Council, which is seeking ways to find work for local Native Americans. He sits on the board of Inter-Tribal Enterprises, Inc. a for-profit corporation which expects to purchase an existing business and use it to hire and train Native Americans. He even talks of attendinq a pow-wow -- the first of his life. in that financial end of it." Helpful Hints: Do you have a job goal? What type of work are you seeking? What experience, special skills do you hav.e ? Remember, any volunteer work or club activities are an asset. This type of information will give us an indication of the best placement for YOU! ! ! �I ' I MP 0 R T A N T ME MB E R S H I P A N N UA L May 29, 1986 LEXINGTON SCHOOL, THURSDAY 45 LEXINGTON N. W. 6:00 POTLUCK GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN P.M. YOU BRING A DISH TO PASS GR ITC WILL PROVIDE June 14. 1986 FROM 8 A.M. & DRINKS MEAT E L E C T I 0 N PLACE: ME E T I N G DA Y SATURDAY 8 P.M. f\f-l-NAG-AWIN PARK f i\Uiff ii F[t\l\L A BOOTH WILL BE SET-UP FOR GRITC VOTERS SURE YUU -ARE ~EGISTERED -EC - ----- There are (4) • Vacancies 1. 2. 3. 4. (4) Present Board members will run aqain. Mary Roberts Roqer Williams Dave Wone9eshik Sydney Martin ---------------------------------------------------------------------- GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL 774-8331 �NOl"'INATICN FO~ As a nominee for the GRITC Board of Directors, I, , understand that should I becorr.e a 5oard l\:en::ber, I will take c.n active role in the business of GRl TC. I will take m:r responsibilities and obligations seriously. I, therefore, pledge to attend board 2eetings, membership speci~l ~eetings, meetings, committee meetings, and all other GRITC functions of importance. Also, I will attend a Boc:.rd Training Ser:iina:-. I will nake available for publicaticn, in the GRITC newEle'iter, a brief biography and statement expre:!!sing ny views and goals for GRITC. I underst~nd, if I'm elected, that I will tcJc:e an oath of office pledging to upheld the by-laws of GRITC and to be responsive and available tG the people of the community. Futherreore, I attest te my eligibility fgr becoming a member of the GRITC Beard of Directors by being/beccming a member of GRITC. I, also, attest to my eligibiljty by providing tangible proof of my indian heritage (which must be if the Nominatic::: 8ommittee eo wishes. Date: ~ blood ~uantw~ • or more) �GRADUATION DINNER FOR NATIVE AMERICANS You and members of your family are cordially invited to attend recognition ceremonies for the Native American graduates. SPONSORED BY: Grand Rapids Inter-tribal Council, Title IV, Part A Program and Capitol Lune~ Date: Place: May 21, 1986 Westside Complex 215 Straight Street Graduates: Please call 774-8331 If you need transporation AGENDA 6:00 p.m. Invocation Dinner 7:30 p.m. Drumming • �on CRITICAL ISSUES CONFERENCE By Merry A. Hinman, Editor The Native American Critical Issues Conference, which was held in Flint, Michigan, turned out to be very interesting. The conference took place March 6 - 8th, 1986. The Native American people came together to share their new ideas and successful programs that are happening in their communities. It was nice to hear that there are programs for all Native Americans. People really care. That's the feeling I received when I listened to some of the presentations. There should be more conferences like this. We need to bring the peopl together to strengthen our nation. ROUND-UP By Sandy Jackson What impact has the new computers at Lexington bad on you? Nancy Sheneman: She said that it helped her out a lot! It gives her experience for future interest in a computer field. (continued) �( "Round-Up" cont.) Terri Dougherty: It's a challenge to learn something on the computer. Merry Hinman: They are fun to learn on and they make work more interesting. We are very lucky to have computers here at Lexington; plus, they're educational! Kayleen Pawloski: She has learned quite a bit. " Computers have caused excitement about computer vocations." Eva Hinman: They are very helpful with homework and typing; plus, she has learned a new skill . Diane Lis: Says that computers make work fun. Now that she has worked on them--she loves it! Work can be revised to perfection with little effort. Laurie Hinmon: They are fun and educational. PERSONAL "THOUGHTS" OF COMPUTERS By Sandra Jackson Well, I guess computers are the "in" thing. Sometimes computers can be a pain but sometimes they can be very helpful to a problem. Computers can even help teach. As for myself, I take Computer Lab and can do just about anything on them . I have improved my typing, learned different parts and how they work, study English and Math and make greeting cards. So you see, they can be very helpful. �"GOSSIP COLUMN" By Rhonda Shalifoe - Guess who's getting married on March 29, 1986?! ! Billy Joe Shanauniquet and David Russel. Sounds like H-o-t S-t-u-f-f. - Guess who had her baby?! Tanya and Paul. They had a baby girl on March 19, 1986. - Do you want to know what I heard?! Sue MaturKanich is having another one of her harlequin affairs! ! - Guess what?! If you want to learn Ojibwa language, Jackson. just ask Sandy - Guess what I heard about Eva and Merry Hinman?! They went to Chicago on their own and got stranded. HA! Ha, - Guess what I learned about Kendra when we went to Flint?! She sure loves to drive like a maniac. - Guess what Laurie Hinman told me?!! She said she's 200 pounds of spring-and-steel but mostly sex appeal. - Do you know what I know about Diane Leaureaux?! ! She likes to get in trouble so she can get sent to Wag Wheeler's office. That's her heart throb. Are you reading Wagf - Do you want to know a secret about me? I'm up for grabs! l\ Put ' I .' J-0-K-E-S Question: Answer: • How can you get more mileage out of your car? By pushing it! ! �("Jokes" cont. ) Two southern ministers were riding in a car together in mountainous back country, really zooming through hair-pin turns, when the minister who was not driving asked the other to go slow and carefully. The o ne driving remarked, "Don't you have faith in the Lord?" The minister passenger replied, "Yes, but the Lord isn't driving!" (Oh, chuckle and scream! ) "A Photography Man: Woman: Joke" Dear, is it all right to build a darkroom in our laundry? Yes honey--just don't put too much starch in with the negatives. **UPCOMING EVENTS** Career Day at Lexington. Tuesday, April 22, 1986, 12:30 3:00 PM. Everyone welcome! Bring the kids! The Effects of Chemical Dependency On the Family Unit. Wednesday, April 23, 10:00 - 12:00 AM. Room 11. Michigan Youth Corps, 1986. Offering summer jobs for young people ages 14 - 21. See Margaret Nelson, Room 4 or Becky Raphael. Women's Group. Every Thursday at Lexington School, 6:30 PM. All women welcomed. A-A Meetings. PM. Monday and Thursday nights from 7:00 - 8:00 NOTICE: A meeting will be held on Friday, ApriI 11, 1986 and every Friday thereafter for those who use, or have used, inhalants such as toil, gasoline, paint, etc. Refreshments will be provided. Movie - "I Will Fight No More." Room 8. April 14, 1986, 10:30 AM. Movie - "Soft Is . the Heart of a Child." 1986. Room 11. · (continued) Thursday, April 24, �("Upcoming Events" cont.) Pow-Wow homecoming of the Three Fires. Location: AH NAB AWEN Park at Front Street and Pearl. Camping available. Contact Ike Peters, (616) 530-8790. "Karate Class" is what's happening at Grand Rapids InterTribal, 45 Lexington, N.W. $15.00 per month. sign up! Ages 9 and up. Come FREE - Writing Workshop for Parents. Tuesday, April 22, 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Lexington School. Free child care--free transportation. Grades K-6. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all those people born in April! Merry Hinman, Robert Hinman, Mary Meangivie, Zane Jr. Peltier, Edna Kenoshmeg, Marge Dunn, George Lawrence, Robin Ensley, Ida Shawa, Robin Korn, Micky Kiogima, Jesse L. Boda, Sandy Whiteman, Jeff King, Dawn Anderson, Mary Ann Mashka, Susan Wesaw, Rosanne Moore, Pam Smith, Misty Bowen, Don Bowen, Jr., John Hart, April Wesaw, April Marie Leaureaux, Levi Albert Crampton. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to Laurie and Bob Hinman! "CLASSIFIED ADS" WANTED - Women Packers. Starting $3.50/hour. Contact Katy or Margaret. �1111%%X11XXXr.J1!11111111X1111%1X111 zYTTTYTTTT•TTTTTTYTTTTTTTXTYTTTXXJ POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 1986 MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INOIAN AFFAIRS 611 W. Ottawa - 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 DATE PLACE JUNE 28 & 29 INFORMATION Wilson, MI 8th Annual Great Lakes Pow Wow Hannahville Indian Community Route #1 • For more info. (906) 466 2342 or 466 2802 JUNE 28 & 29 Sarnia, Ontario, JULY 4, 5 & 6 Sault Ste. Marie, MI JULY 19 & 20 Stone Lake, Wisc. JULY 18, 19 & 20 JULY 24, 25, Canada 25th Annual Sarnia Reserve Pow Wow, Contact: Ted White at (519) 344 1281 26 & 27 AUGUST 1. 2, 3 & 4 Walpole Island, Ontario Baraga, MI Manitoulin Island, Ont. Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Traditional Indian Pow Wow Days, 2218 hunk Rd. vicinity ontact: (906) 635 6050 Lac Courte Oreilles "Honor the Earth" Pow Wow Contact: Stanley Larson at (715) 634 8924 or 634 3961 Walpole Island Pow Wow at High Bank Park, Hwy. 40 Ferry service at Algonac, MI Contact: (519) 627 1481 8th Annual Keweenaw Bay Traditional Pow Wow & Spiritual Conference at Ojibway Camp on U.S. 41 Contact: (906) 353 6623 26th Annual Wikwemikong Indian Days Pow Wow • on Pow \fow grounds Contact: Garv Manitowabi at (705)859 3122 �' 1111xx1x111xxx11111x111x111111x111 ~zyyyyyzyyyzyyyyyyyyyyyyyyxxYTTTXY' POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 1986 MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS 611 W. Ottawa - 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 DATE AUGUST 2 & 3 AUGUST 8, 9 & 10 AUGUST 9, 10 & 11 PLACE Mt. Pleasant, MI Athens, MI Watersmeet, MI INFORMATION Little Elk's 2nd Annual Retreat in honor of Maggie Jackson • Saginaw Chippewa Campgrounds, 7525 E. Tomah Rd. $3,250.00 in Prize Moneys Contact: Ken Sprague at (517) 772 3860, Larry Sprague (517) 773 6032 or Margaret owmick at (517) 772 4817 10th Annual Athens Traditionru Pow Wow, site to be determinoo Contact: Julie Snyder at (517) 323 8158 Lac Vieux Desert Pow Wow Contact: Delores Williams at (906) 358 4271 or 358 4106 AUGUST 15, 16 & 17 Red Cliff, Wisc. Red Cliff Pow Wow Contact: Andy Gokee at (715) 779 5805 AUGUST 16 & 17 Lebanon, Ind. American Indian Council, Inc. 4th Annual Traditional Indian Pow Wow • Boone County 4-H grounds, located between Indianapolis & Lafayette (Lebanon) just off I 65 at the 138 mile marker Contact: Nancy or LeRoy Malaterre at (317)482 3315 �~-- ----- ..._ ..... f'f\~ s J L/ '8 G LJ~d lue~ \'('\ 0 t'\ l) Y\ y s tt+ ~~\ )\\uRS _.t:2_ _j_ _d_ "JJIMIU, ~(1-Jl k) .Se"; oG>.. {Y\e~\.s -#- --k- -~ r 5 e'V\10~ 'f'r\e,A--ls I;;_ _1_L, I I Dr.u -/CJ ~~ ~ I mo\'-'~Q.·~ s_ $__ . 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/45fac9270142023e42d86b9c673b7af9.pdf 771f746c59332ad0604abfd64d1046e9 PDF Text Text .t~ lffc1o'f/1llty lff"&J!f/1rt ~ts~~~ TURTLE TALK - Apr1· l Ex ecutive Director Edi tor lieve th a t active community in vol vemfl~~s J. Wagner Wheeler the basis of this new growth. We look Loretta Yount forwar d to active, fruitful participation GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS in the Grand Rapids community. President-----------------George Martin Vice-President----------------John Hart Secretary------------------Mary Roberts Treasurer---- - -----------Roqer Williams Sqt.-At-Arms-----------------Ronald Yob Member----------------David Shananaquet Member--------------------Sydney Martin Member----------------------Debra Gibbs Member-----------------David Wonegeshik Since its inception in 1972, the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council has been the focal point of an enduring and proud people striving to improve their social a nd economic well-being, yet maintaining the uniq ue ~ ,wV/J.l~trr ,..,///JA~bi~ l 986 culture and heritage which i s their ancestral legacy. The Gra nd Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, a non-profit corporation, is dedicated to delivering services of human development to its American Indian constituency, as well as providing a vital link between the Indian population and the community. Through the very able guidance of its Board of Directors, GRITC has sponsored programs in education, employment, nutrition, culture, substance abuse, health, and economic development; programs "hich have resulted in an enh anced quality of life and self sufficiency within the Native American community. GRITC seeks to maintain this momentum by developing new areas of growth. We be- GRITC SPONSORS THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: Education: ------ Native American Skills Program GRITC enjoys a close, professional working relationship with the Grand Rapids Public Schools through the Community Education Program, which offers High School Diploma/G.E.D. Health and Human Services: Substance Abuse-Referral; Prevention, Screening, Assessment and Referral; A.A. Program-Monday and Thursday, 7:00 Pl,I to 8:00 PM. Community Health Service; Outreach, Crisis Intervention, Public Health Nursing, Health Resource Coordinator. Mental Health Services: Counseling and Referral. Outreach; Emergency food, Government Surplus Distribution, Outreach. Seniors Program; Outreach, Information and Referral, Transportation, Senior meals-Tuesday and Thursday noon. Indian Child Welfare; Counseling and Referrals, Foster Care/Adoption Assistance Services. Employment; J.T.P.A.(Job Training Partnership Act), Job Development and Referral Economic Development; Small Business Course, Technical Assistance for Small Businesses. Culture and Heritage; Traditional Dancing and Singing, Elder Speakers Bureau, Native Arts and Crafts, Annual �Pow-Pow. is free. Other Community Services; Reliqious Activities, Native Conferences and Workshops, Turtle Talk Newsletter, Community Transportation. J. Wagner Wheeler, Executive Director -------------------------------------DATELINE: Saturday, March 8, 1986 Subject: Flint Indian Bowling Tournament. Classes are 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday at Lexington School, 45 Lexington NW. If you are planning to take advantage of these inexpensive classes now forming, please call the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, 45 Lexington NW at 774-8331 or The team of Tony Clingman, Vicki Jackson, Terry Gravelin at 243-5362. Judy Tacket, and Henry "Tic" Bush rolled a 2492, good for 1st Place and $600.00. Tic rolled a solid 264 game, good for High Actual Game, $25.00, and a new Bowling bag. The team of Charles "Jumbo" Anderson, Tic Bush, Tony and PLEASE INFORM US IF YOUR ADDRESS HAS CHANGED. WE NEED TO KNOW THE OLD AND NEW ADDRESS AND BOTH ZIP CODES. Jean Chingman rolled 2482, good for 4th GRITC Board of Directors' Election place and $200.00. coming up June 14, 1986. The tournament was attended by Indian bowlers from all over Michigan and Canada and everyone ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - May 29, 1986 had a good time. LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (evening) Good work John Kenny and Blanche Huff. THREE FIRES POW-WOW ---KARATE-----KARATE---KARATE---- JUNE 14 and 15, 1986 (SATURDAY AND SUNDAY) AH-NAB-AWEN PARK The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council will be offering Karate Indian Golf League classes for only $15.00 per month. Area golfers are encouraged to join the Indian Golf League at Meadowlanes Golf Course. First Tee off is slated for Wednesday, April 23, 1986 at 5:30 PM. after a short business meeting. Expert instruction will be provided by Terry Gravelin, 3rd Dan Black Belt in the Shorin-Ryu system of Karate-Do. Supervisor will be Bill Mattix, 5th Dan Master Instructor of Karate and Weaponry. Contact John Chivis at 243-2195 for more information. Tic Bush will be signing up, how about you!'! You must be at least 7 years of Teamwork is essential. age to participate. you to blame someone else. are required. Loose clothes Your first class It allows �The tlative American Anishnawbe /\.A. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL THOSE SPECIAL PEOPLE BORN IN APRIL TO NAME A FEW: meetings are held: 11onday night 7:00 - 9:00 PM Thuisday night 7:00 - 9:00 PM Alanon meetings MONDAY NIGHT ONLY 7:00 - 8:00 PM The last Thursday of each month the Anishnawbe group A.A. sponsors a Pot- Robin Ensley, Robin Korn, Jesse L. Boda, Jeff King, Maryan Mashka, Rosann Moore, Lester Dashn er, Mary Meangivie, Edna Kenoshmeg, Geroge Lawrence, Ida Shawa, Micky Kiogima, Sandy Whiteman, Dawn Anderson, Susan Wesaw, Pam Smith, Misty Bowen, Don Bowen, Jr., John Hart, April Wesaw, April Marie Leaureaux, Levi Albert Crappt. luck Dinner and a speaker; meetings are held in the basement of Lexington. Everyone is welcome, the time is CONGRATULATIONS to Tanya and Paul, they have a new baby girl. 6:30 - 9:00 PM. For the month of March, Chairperson was JoAnn 0. and the guest speaker was Henry "Tic" Bush gave a presentation on Alaska after lunch on March 13th. The Heron Brinks from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Seniors enjoyed his talk and all of the For the last two months the N.A. A.A. heldphotos he brought with him. a sobriety Dance with "The Country The Kent County Health Dept. Community Memories Band", at the Westside Complex. Nursing Div., Jean Valas, R.N.C., B.S.N., There was a very good turn out. Public Health Nurse is downstairs on Let us know if you would like more of this TUESDAYS to check blood pressures and kind of get together without the drug and discuss any other health related problems. alcohol. Robert Morris College, Carthage, Ill. Courses of study: Allied Health Business Administration Secretarial Science This college specializes in concentrated learning and very high placement after graduation. The college has offered 4 grants for $2,500 each for Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council students. If you have any questions or are interested in this please contact Kayleen Powloski --------------------------------------- Rosanna Martell, our D.S.S., caseworker will be on leave from April 16 - June 1, 1986. Ike Peters is ill and hospitalized in California. The Seniors sent him a card that was signed by all of them during lunch. Anyone wishing to send him a card, can get his address from our office. Plans are underway for Senior Power Day in Lansing, if you are interested in attending, please call Lou or Margaret. 774-8331. Submitted by Carol Downs and Lou Collins Bob Stone, is also available to check blood pressures. He is the HRC at GRITC �t, ALCOHOLISM Alcoholism is a rough word to deal with. 3. Do you often prefer to drink alone rather than with others? Yet nobody is too young or too old to have trouble with booze. 4. Are your grades starting to slip? Are you goofing off on the job? 5. Do you ever try to stop drinking or drink less--and fail? 6. Have you begun to drink in the morning, before school or work? 7. Do you gulp your drinks as if to satisfy a great thirst? 8. Do you ever have loss of memory due to your drinking? That's because alcoholism is an illness. It can hit anyone. Young, old. Rich, poor. Black, White, or Indian. And it doesn't matter how long you've been drinking or what you've been drinking. It's what drinking does to you that counts. To help you decide whether you might have a problem with your own drinking, we've prepared these 12 questions. The answers are nobody's business but your own. 9. If you can answer yes to any ONE of these questions, maybe it's time you took a serious look at what your drinking might be 10. doing to you. Do you avoid leveling with others about your drinking? And, if you do need help or if you'd just like to talk to someone about your drinking, call us. We're in the phone book under Alcoholics Anonymous. 11. Do you often get drunk when you drink, even when you do not mean to? 12. Do you think it's cool to be able to hold your liquor? The G.R.I.T.C. also has an Anishnawbe A.A. - Monday and Thursday 7:00 PM If you don't want to talk with anyone, there is pamphlets for the possible alcoholic located in room 3. If you know of anyone who has a drinking problem, there are pamphlets for you too. Do you ever get into trouble when you are drinking? If you answered yes to any ~ of these questions, maybe it's time you took a serious look at what your drinking might be doing to you. **********************''<****************** A MESSAGE TO TEENAGERS ... liow to tell when drinking is becoming a problem. A simple 12-question quiz designed to help you decide. 1. 2. Do you drink because you have problems?To face up to stressful situations? Do you drink when you get mad at other people, your friends or parents? cont. If you would like more information, or are "just curious", please feel free to call the 9ubstance Abuse program at the Inter-Tribal Council. Call: 774-8331 ext.6, and ask for Bill Memberto. Also, you don't even have to say who you are!!! That's the best part next to finding out that you CAN help yourself. �JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Grand Rapids Police Department has open ed up entry level positions for Police recruits to encourage more minorities to apply and increase their workforc e . These positions do not require college credits and the starting rate of pay is more then $21,305.00. The basi c requirements for both positions of Police Re.cruit apd Po.l,j.~e Of~ are: Citizen of U. S. Minimum Age - 18 Proof of H.S. Grad. or GED Certificate No Felony Convictions Possesion of Valid State of Michigan Operator or Chauffeur License Civil Service Examination This program plans to offer training and work e~p e rience up to eight (8) hours per day, five ( 5) days a week, depending on your age . If you think your income qualified or know of some one who may be, please let us know. We will start our recruitment of Native American Youth beginning the 1st. of May. Call the JTPA office for more information. DISLOCATED WORKERS PROGRAM The GRITC will soon be starting a Dislocated Workers Program for Native Americans, who are interested in some type of training and job placement. The unique part of this program is that to qualify, it is not based on your family We are still looking for people to fill income, but by any of the following who: the following positions: 1. have been terminated or laid-off or who have received a notice of terConcession Stand Attendant ..... ... mination or layoff from employment, are eligible for or have exhausted Single - Male their entitlement to unemployment Part-time to begin, working into a full compensation, and are unlikely to time posi ton, work ending in Oct. "86. return to their previous industry This person will be traveling the fair occupation; circuit and special events in Western Michigan. 2. have been terminated, or who have received a notice of termination of Beginning salary - $225.00 per week employment, as a result of any perwith possible bonus payment(s). manent closure of a plant or facility; or ~ - ....,....-·-~··-·-'"·-- ~ ,_..~--- -- Experienced Able to adjust to a high pace work load. Starting wage negotiable with an excellent fringe package. 3. are long-term unemployed and have limited opportunties for employment or re-employment in the same or a similar occupation in the area in which such individuals reside, including any older individuals who may have substantial barriers to employment by reason of age. 4. Interim employed. For further information call or come i· n, see Margaret or Kaylene. SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NATIVE AMERICANS, AGES 14 - 21. a. Working less than a permanent full-time job, or If you qualify, you can earn up to the following total wages for the summer: b. Working full or part time in an occupation that has limited or no growth opportunities, such as: Ages " " 14 & 15 16 - 18 18 - 21 $1,000 $1'325 $1 ,.500 *Gas Station Attendant �A BELATED "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" to Henry "Tic" Bush. such a good time. We had a rather unusual request from one of Rev. Hinmon is no longer with us. of the Elders; a "Kitten", so we put The Native American Ministry one of the Elves to work and low and is back at Westside Complex • behold, a kitten was delivered. For more information contact: The Elders also took part in GRITC's Rev. Ronald Fassett Open House, the evening was enjoyed by all who attended the gala event. Home 451-4005 Ardis Badger - 245-0743 We wish to extend our sincere "THANKS" Henry Sprague - 456-1489 to Karen and Roger Williams for their generous ments. LOVE donation of the floral arrangeThe arrangements were the ones that beautifully decorated the halls on opening night of the Open House. I had a dream, A special dream Of those of which I love I care for them and share with them all my special love Fantastic job, Karen!!! The floral arrangements will be used for There love for me is special cause all I need is them a raffle, which is coming up soon. With my special love Love could never end ONE THESE BEAUTIFUL FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS. BE SURE AND BUY A TICKET, YOU MAY WIN WATCH FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS. And if I ever had no love My world would have to have to end Proceeds will go into the Elders fund. I know I have a heart of mine But if you share yours I'll always share mine. Again, we want to THANK all the volunteers and staff for their help and support. We did not up-date all the 'news. Medody Harris (13 years old) so be sure to read next months Turtle Talk. HAPPY SPRING Senior Program Boo-shoo With winters passing and the arrival of spring, we are again seeing more Elders par-taking in our lunch program. Mever make a decision you can get someone else to make. No one keeps a record of decisions you "Welcome Back". Many activities have happened over the winter months, the Christmas party and dinner, which filled the gym. From Native American Elders Program It was very heart warming to see everyone having could have made but didn't. a record of your bad ones. Everyone keeps �7 • l •; ? ~·.·_ I ~-r /~ :. .,J ; ,-;l ~.,_, ,..' .......• .;..J fr:~. ,,.1 -.__)' Phone: 774-83:-:i"l REQUES T FOR DO~l :\ T IONS The Seni c)r Program work :.i ma inly with the Native American Elders of the G:c.<;;. nci Rapids and Kent County ar e as, with the majority of our Elders h~ i~g economically disad vantaged. Our "' ource of funding comes from the Area Agency on Aging of Western Mi chi gan, which provides: Outreach; Information and Referral; and Tran1.1 portation. Un~et needi:i are prevalent with our Elders. by providi ng special aervices. We try to fill the gaps To do this, we must s e ek don a tions of money, supplies, food item5, to name a few. Some of the spe~ial services we provide are: noon meals twice a week, f re e to Elders; gift certificates and Outings when money is available; Education class for Elders; Holiday dinners and gifts. We c u~rently hold ra f fles to help support o~r Senior Program. We are seeking: TYPE OF DONATION REQUESTED: Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Senior Program Contact Persons: Luella Collins, Senior Program Director ~~~~~~~~~~~ ·~~~~~~~ Margaret Nelson, Community Service Representative �'· r_.i '..'EJ.8f:l.I'.'.....Qfi~.N.JJQJll?.~ ... AI G-8.AN!!... .BA!:'.J. P.~3.._.J.NI.f.f.t::T.B. t:(;<.Ab ___r.~9-WN!;;;J!:::-. Our report could be quite easily and dramatically expressed in just three words -- But then that wouldn't really be fair to the many people who contributed endless hours and meetings that really insured our two words could become an historical fact and stand as a record of pride and determination by our Native American Community. success in this instance can be measured in ''interested n:sponse. " And if you v-.1et--e not among the estimated 1 , 200 to 1,500 people who virtually jammed the Tribal Council's complexes first floor, basement Pow-Wow area and second floor demo areas, then you missed a beautiful community i:e;-q::n-e·:;si cm of INTEF~ESTED RESPONSE! Too~ 11 11 Yes, our Non-Native and Native Community is much more informed and the wiser for it. And perhaps equally important is that our image selling and telling did not exclude our pride of heritage as evidenced by the Mini Pow-Wow. Featured here were the All Nation's Drum with Ben Bearskin Jr., lead singer; dancers Jerry Pigeon, Anita Smith, Phil Memberto, James Shalifoe, Bobby Hart, Becky Shal1foe, Lorraine Shananaquet, Shannon Martin, Angie Memberto, Julie WhitePigeon, Virginia Pigeon, and Butch Fi·~Jeon Jt--.; ..Jer·r·y also dc:.1ing the ''M.C. '' honor.. s a.nd F'hil on the Drum; Little Elk doing the welcoming and of course the Traders and Craft workers rounded out the Pow-Wow activities which gave our visitors a chance for relaxed excitement in just v-iatch i nq. Our beautiful evening had many memorable facets indeed, not least of which was the NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISTS ART SHOW. In addition to gi.vinq our Council building a "het-itage complexion'' that produced a whole new welcoming atmosphere. Complementing the art-show decor were a number of unusually well planned, almost Native American appearing floral and dried plant arrangements. Their esthetically beautiful appearance won many compliments and certainly brightened seve ral otherwise dull areas. {4not~·,,o::r·· ''Ct--own:inq--,Jev-..1el '' of out- open···-house event v-ia.s probably one of the finest spreads of sumptuous Hors D' Oeuvres we have ever seen. The impeccable job of catering in itself, must have won the Council many new respecting ft·- i er1 d ·::;. �As wi th all events of this sort, openinq ceremonies started ,,, i t h i. n tod uc: ·i .i on s ,::i.nd si·ior-.. t ~5p•::·?E·?cht~<::; b v· Counc: i l , E::< .::cut :i. VF~ Director, W a~ Wheeler and followed by dignitaries including; John Hutchin s on, George Martin, Douglas Dougan, and U.S. Congressman Paul Henry. ' btT1c;,_ ·::; hi r·1q :3ucce-:~<,:;s 1 ' «:.<.nd Beau.tiful F~\1 ening;;:_;'' ju€.;t don't happen by themselves. Bobbi Muncey, project co ordinator was assisted by Kendra Simon, representing the Grand Rapids Board of Educ ati on, Wag Wheeler, George and Sy dnev Mar t in, John Hart, Roger and Karen Williams, Anne LaFansee, Loretta Yount, Margaret Nelson, Don Anderson, Elaine Dalcher, Sue Maturkanich, Kyle Crampton, Jeff Martin, Duane Raphael and Ed Gillis. Added to all of those were ma.ny fflCif"E~ 'un-:::;unq hE·t-·o;:.:; l-'Jhc; a.s:;;:.:;i steel in Ci. hund1·-·ed di+ f er·E!nt ways -- tc; all of them a huge MEGWETCH' ! f~ina.Jly· , 1 1 11 As a commemoration of this first Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Open House, a large number of coffee mugs were commissioned bearing the official Inter-Tribal seal; the date, and including many that were personalized with the name of the recipient. In conclusion we would reiterate our point that the op10-'n . ·-housc;,~ was basically, ' IMAEiE::: SEL.l.... INC-:i ?~ND Tt~~l._L.Il\IG,'' and whatever the expense, the success of the event was a direct investment into a stronger Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council t hro ugh being better understood in its overall service to the Native American and Non-Native Community. 1 • �Dear Parents, We are planning a special evening of activities in order to share some tips for helping your child(ren) (and you) write at home. Children who learn to enjoy writing will find their school work easier and YOU CAN help! Come to our workshop and go home with some exciting ideas and projects you can do with your All children child( ren). ages 4-8 are welcome; they will be doing fun activities at the same time! learn together! It's FREE! Sign up today! Tear off this portion and return to the school office by March 24, 1986 Name: Address: Phone No.: . .- - - Name and Age(s) of Child(ren) Who Will Attend: �LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL 45 Lexington, N.W. Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 456-3720 Ma re h 11, 1986 Lexington Community School and the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, ( Title IV, Part C ) are having a Career Day on Tuesday, April 22, 1986 from 12:30 to 3:00 P.M. Lexington is one of the largest daytime adult education centers in the Grand Rapids area. It is housed in the same building as the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, a social agency serving Native Americans. Consequently, Lexington serves a significant number of Native Americans. Representatives from various colleges, technical and vocational programs, as well as the anned services, will be in attendance. \~e would like to request your participation in the form of a sponsor(s) to give out verbal information, printed materials and/or various displays. Last year's Career Day resulted in a noticeable increase in student applications to post-secondary programs. Please join us in this effort to present the many opportunities open to students and make this year's Career Day even more successful. We would appreciate a reply by March 27,1986. 456-3720 if you need any further information. to seeing you. Sincerely, Chris Fleming Academic Advisor Lexington Community Erjucation Kayleen Pawloski Coordinator: Title IV, Part C Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Please call (616) We will look forward • �I j_ Edition REVIEW ON OPEN HOUSE The Native American OPEN HOUSE turned out to be a huge success. We all have to thank the committee that worked so hard to put this together. There was a mini pow-wow that took place downstairs in the gym (boy, those dancers were jamming). There were caterers that cooked a feast that made your mouth water'. Also, the building was full of professional art work that made the school look sensational. There was a slide show that was very impressive. The committee expected about 500 guests and approximately 1,500 guests showed up. The Native American people were brought together. They learned about the different programs that the Inter-Tribal has to offer. They saw some of the activities in which the students participate at Lexington. The NonNative Americans took a look and became aware of the powerful force that exists in the Native American Corrununity. By Merry Ann Hi nmon. ~J •+c ,. WHO'S - WHO FEATURING KAYLEEN PAWLOSKI BY PEANUT HALL She has taught school for 8 years at all levels. Kayleen also taught at Villa Maria School for 3 years. Some of Kayleen's hobbies are swimming, bowling, water color and jewelry. Before she came to work at Lexington, Kayleen worked at Pine Rest Hospital for 5 months. There she was an active therapist. Kayleen got her job here when she saw the ad in the newspaper. She visited and received information on the different jobs that were open. From there she sent in her resume and applied for the Director, Teacher and Counselor positions. Her job title is "Native American Program Coordinator". She works in the Resource Room. There you can find infonnation on many different kinds of jobs and the skills needed for them. She also teaches in some classes and sets up field trips for classes. She is on the Advisory Community and makes sure that things go as planned. When asked how she liked her job here, Kayleen replied, "I 1ave it." It's the most fun thing she has done since she left Villa Maria. We think she's doing a great job'. .,. . Kayleen was born and raised in Bay City. She has been married for 18 wonderful years. Kayleen is a mother of two children--five and eight years old. She attended Delta College where she received an Associates Degree. Kayleen also went to Central Michigan where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education and her Master Art Degree. (cont.) �" ~ihat was your most embarrasing moment'." Wag Wheeler: The staff invited him to lunch, on his birthday, and there was a singing telegram for him. (He's lucky it wasn't a belly gram.) ROUND UP'. Kayle en : Kendra: Roxie: Sue: Elaine: Said she makes many mistakes when anyone watches her type. She cried at her own wedding. MOVIES TO REVIEW Came to work without her desk keys. Went to pay for a meal and didn't . have money or checks . ( Poor Czech'. \ Was an exchange student in Chile. She was with a new exchange family and meant to say that she was "embarrassed" in Spanish; but, instead, she said that she was pregnant'. She was 15 years old at the time.( A real slip of the tongue.) Bob Demaagd: Drove up his driveway and the gas pedal got stuck. He drove in his garage and straight through the back.( At least we were safe on the roads'.) Debbie: Annie: Was at a friends house and as she was going to sit down, she missed the chair. (Whoops'. ) Went to a bar and accidentally went into the mens bathroom. When she came out everybody in the bar was clapping. ( What a way to go! ) Dawn Anderson: When she thought she had a meeting and forgot that the meeting was cancelled. (Lucky Dawn.I Vikki Upton: Was with a guy and was calling • by anot her mans name-(G i 1· ·1'/~'- ) him I • r \ Henry Bush: Was at a conference and an elderly lady gave him a perreant. After she gave it to him, he was eating soup an~ the pendant ~ent into the soup .(000 Pt=' S ,1 ' Annetta Ribbens: Was roller skating and fell down in front of a lot of pPople. (They call her Hell-on ·\>Jheels now.) r------...--~- • '- , , ,., . ' Rock-a-bye premiered on January 12, 1986. It was about a child who was kidnapped from his mother and sold to the black market which was operated by a phony adoption agency. No one was really trying to help her find her little boy. The police were acting like they were trying to help the mother but they had a lot of other things to do. This lady reporter decided to help her. First the mother thought the reporter was just trying to get a story; soon she realized that the reporter was trying to help her. Although the reporter helped her, she ended up getting killed. The mother ran to the lady and was hugging her and then took the lady's g1_in but the 1ady had been kil 1ed by then. She found the man who kidnapped her son. She asked him where her little boy was. He told her that he tried to take the gun from her. She shot him. The mother ran outside to a telephone and tried to call the police but they put her on hold'. She slaITTTied the phone down and ran to catch a cab to the airport where her son was. He had been sold to this couple. The mother still had the gun and went to the front counter and asked the authorities to stop the plane but they wouldn't. She pulled out the gun and the manager arrived. He asked her to give him the gun . She wouldn't give up the gun and told him to stop the plane. He picked up the phone and said to hold the plane. The mother gave the manager the gun and the police were trying to arrest her. This lady doctor, who was in on the kidnapping, said the mother was her patient. The mother claimed that the lady doctor was in on the kidnapping. At first, the police didn't believe the mother until she got away, ran to a newstand and bought a paper with her face on it. The mother showed the police the paper and told her story. The police tricked the lady doctor who ended up telling on herself. As she took off running, the police caught her'. �{cont. ) The plane was ordered to remain. The police and the little boy's mother went running for the plane's qateway. She spotted her little boy and ran towards him, screaming "Sonnie". The little boy yelled for his mother. I thought the movie was really great. On a scale from one to ten, I would rate it a ten. Rock-A-Bye shows a lot of emotions'. The viewer feels the pain that the lady goes through when her son is gone. The best part is when she finds the little boy at the airport. As they start hugging the little boy keeps saying, "Mommy, mommy". By Terri Dougherty GOSSIP COLUMN Guess who's pregnant?'. Debbie Gibbs is due in A~gust; also, Peanut Hall is due in May. By the way, Toni Leaureaux is expecting a1so. Guess what I heard?'.'. Sue Maturkanich hangs out at the Beltline Bar on her free time. You know that I hear Sandy Jackson is engaged to three different men, and on her way to prison for becoming a potenti a1 bigamist. Guess what I hear about the Hinmon Girls?! They come to school every Thursday hungover (it never fails and all the students} as we well as the teachers know). Do you want to know what I heard about Pete? He is goi ng to have a hair transplant! He is goin g to have a heart transplant because he found out that he did'nt have one. (Poor guy . ) By Laurie Hinman BE A WINNER! Go to Lexington School. Want to know what learning is all about? Well, come and check it out at Lexington School!! Lexington School is a Jewel! Don't be a fool, come to School! If you want opportunities! You got "em" at Lexington School. �II CLASS IF I ED ADS II WANTED Job Skills. Ten students needed. 2nd semester. WANTED Wanna learn about computers? Take a computer literacy class. Openings 2nd semester, Lexington Community Ed. WANTED Weekly contest for designs for the newspaper. Send repl ies to Sue Maturkanich. FOR SALE! - 600 Autowasher (G.E.). $90.00 or best offer. - 40 Channel CB. $40.00 or best offer. - 1979 Camera. Real sharp. $900.00 or best offer. Contact Celia Osawabine, 270 Straight, N.W., Grand Rapids, MI 49504. WANT TO B0'{: Crib, $25.00. Contact Eva Hinmon, Lexington School. �March 24, 1986 All Ottawa & Chippewa Descendants Group of Non Reservation Indians as referred to in docket t58 5 18E, Ottawa & Chippewa Claims in the Indian Claims Commission. 1836 Treaty Claim. RE: Claims Distribution We have approximately $30,000,000.00 to distribute to all who qualify. Qualifications: Must be at least 1/4 Ottawa/Chippewa blood degree. Must be able to show a number of an ancestor on the durant roll or any available census rolls or other records acceptable to the Sec. of the Interior. Must be a citizen of the United States of America. Must be born on or prior to and living on the date of the Act. {That being the date the distribution plan passes through Congress.) Attention: We have three (3) plans of distribution: (a) the Minneapolis Plan. (which ~s a 100% per capita share to each who qualify) (b) the Joe Genia Investment Plan. {which is a 100% per capita share to each who qualify plus 6% interest for waiting longer- 1st year, no one gets paid, the interest just builds up, next year the over 65 yr olds get paid from the interest accrued after the trust committee gets paid. the appointed or elected trust committee will set up to decide who & how much is to be paid each year. After 21 yrs. all should be paid their share, leaving the principal untouched and ready for investing.} (c) the Rejection Plan. {which is to reject the $30,000,000.00 completely.) This plan initiated by the Little Traverse Bay Bands who contends that the 1855 treaty was fraudulent in that no fire council was held for 4 days. and that the concensus for any action to be recognized and legal everyone must vote in agreement or any decision is null & void. (meaning our majority vote is illegal) A P R I L 26, 1986 - S AT U RD A Y 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM *** VERY IMPORTANT MEETING *** West Side Comptez-2tS Strainht N.W. Agenda: ~ 10:00 - 12:00 Registering to vote on important issues. Helping those who need help in finding ancestors t. Distributing copies of meetings and information to bring you up to date on activities. 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch - Corn Soup & Fry Bread etc. 1:00 ..... M • c:o '-'01110 ... \Q .,, al \0 .,... ~ '°I C.. M • c:: - .... \Q I< al "' ~ • 0 c:i:: <~ u c:: :I 0 .,, '° al ..... ..,s:1..c.:>- Grand Raoids, Mich. (a date change from ApPil 5th) - 5:00 Meeting: Topics Election of Officers of the Ott/Chip descendants group. Vote on distribution plan. Vote on Resolutions, Constitution & By-Laws Election of Review Committee (Committee to review the actions of the N.M.O.A. for the past 3 years regarding contracts, finances etc. etc.) New Business. June A. Dart, Chairman, Pro tern (formerlv Gardnpr) �- 2 t1arch 24, 1986 June A. Dart In June of 1985, I WJ S made aware of the happenings of our claims. I didn't like what I saw or thought I saw and when asking questions, became more aware of what I call underhandedness. The more I checked and the more facts I accumulated I can only believe that someone or so are out to defraud the Indian people. I cannot, even though on medical leav e , sit back and do nothing & therefore I step forward once again to help, n ot to tell the Indian how to vote or what I think ia best for them, but to let the~know the facts and let their voice be heard, as the VOICE OF THE PEOPLE is the majority heard from. I have been working with Henry L. Negake towards getting the Grand River Band of Ottawa Indians to become federally recognized, whereas; when our claims are paid we will have no aore reason for the NMOA or descendant group to exist, and therefore we will need our own tribal entity, to service and care for our Grand River Band people. Likewise to those Ottawa Indians who neither fall into our group or the Grand Traverse etc. service areas or any other tribal entity group, I am looking into the possibility for their federal recognition (if they wish) so they may not be left out. We feel that to exercise our treaty rights, it would be best to be federally recognized and to be federally recognized a group must be a tribal entity, not an association or corporation. 1 am working with Henry L. Negake to start an Indian center here in Grand Rapids on the northwest side, whereas the children can have a center to learn, work, get paid for their work, learn a trade & get help with their present education (after school tutoring) and for parents, elderly and/or those without work to find work in helping out (with pay of course). We expect to become a non-profit corp at first, financed with whatever grants, assistance, and/or donations we can get, until we can become profitable & stand on our own feet. Meetings on the Ottawa & Chippe~a descendants group's claim on the l836 treaty, docket SB & l8E are being held as follo~s: Oct. 26, l985 Grand Rapids - 9Z9 Bridge St. N.W. Aug. 24, Z985 Grand Rapids - Museum Z:OO PM Sept. Z7, 85 Hart, Mich. - Soc. Serv. Office Nov. 7, 85 Muskegon, Mi. - Roosevelt School Nov. 23, 85 E. Lansing, Mi.- MSU Z:OO PM Nov. 23, 85 Mt. PZeasant - Tribal Bldg. 6:30 PM Dec. 7, 8 S Muskegon, Mi - Roosevelt School Dec. 20, BS Grand Rapids - Museum 4PM - ZO:OO PM Feb. Z3, 86 Muskegon, - 540 BackZey 7:00 PM Feb. 20, 86 Grand Rapids - West side CompZez Feb. 22, 86 E. Lansing - McDonaZd School - Hagado1'n March l, 86 Petoskey - Emmett Co. Fairgrounds 4-H Ctr. Bldg. Ma1'ch ZS, 86 Sagina~ - St. Josaphat's on Shattuck Rd. March 22, 86 E. Lansing - MSU Z:OO PM March 29, 86 Manistee Wellston Town Hall Z:OO PM April S & l9th Detroit - to be announced April l2, 86 Newberry - to be announced Other areas to be announced prior to April 26th meeting. �I June A. Dart (Mra.) (616) 453-6083 92 Woodcrest Dr. N.W.; Grand Rapids, Mi. <t, 49504 I am June Dart, foraerly June Gardner, maiden name Rittenhouae,aka Thurmond. I am the daughter of LJ & Kotne Negake Rittenhouse: The granddaughter of Henry A. & Mary Bailey Negake: The great granddaughter of Jake & Nancy Carey Bailey & the great granddaughter of Rodney & Margaret Paboai Negake. I am 1/2 Ottawa Indian. (3/8 Grand River Band & 1/8 Grand Traverse Band). I was born & raised in Hart, Michigan, Oceana County. (June 7, 1934). I left Hart in Sept. of 1951 to work & attend~Muakegon Senior High School in the 11th grade. I moved on & graduated froa Manila High School in Ark. in 53 I married & lost my lat husband in 1954 of which I have a Hart 3 mo. after his death from that marriage. ~aughter born in I remarried to A. Gardner in 1955, had 4 boys froa that marriage. I came to Grand Rapids in Dec. of 1954 to find work to support myself & child . I got a full time job at Addresaograph-Multigraph Corp., worked there for 8 year• at which time I went to the City of Grand Rapids employ and worked there for 23 years and all along I had various jobs in the evenings & week ends. In 1956 I started working with Bob & Waunetta Dominic with the help of my cousins, the Stone girls. We went froa one end of Grand Rapids to the other to find Indians. We had box socials, meetings, picnics, musical skits, etc. anything to raise aoney, find Indians & keep our Grand Rapids unit together. For 10 or 12 years I wa1 the chairman of Grand Rapids Unit 4, N.M.O.A. At one of our annual aeetinga Mr. Robert Dominic acknowledged ae aa being our first "lady chief". I kept involved and kept the Indians notified as to what was going on with our claiaa, as Bob & Waunetta gave thia inforaation to me. During this tiae I vas 1 of 4 who got the Inter Tribal Council named & atarte1 I have attended every annual meeting of the NMOA, with the exception of maybe one or tvo. A• a descendant group committeeaeaber, I have attended every committee meeting that I have been made aware of and that was within •Y power to do so. Regardless of weather or distance traveled. Even though I had to step down fro• the chairmanship in 1971 due to a terribl1 auto accident, a traumatic divorce & still retaining my full & part time jobs I still worked with our Indian people in the background. For year• I have personally financed keeping our Unit 4 together; keeping Indians informed of what has been happening, to the best of my ability; keeping abreast of Indian matters & doing something about them; aeeing a need & working towards building a future for our Indian children, yes, personally costly but doing what I want most to do, help my people, the Indian, as I recall ay childhood, the poverty, indignities, & hardships suffered. In 1983 ay auto was hit almost head-on by a semi truck, my Lord was certainly watching over me as I received only bump• & bruises, a broken right hand, a few pulled tendons & an injured back. I am presently on a medical leave from my jobs. I am enrolled in Grand Rapids Junior College taking only one or two courses a year, aa ti•e will allow. I am working toward• a masters degree in mechanical engineering. If I live to be 90. March 12, 1986 �POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 1986 MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS 61 I W. Ottawa - 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 DATE PLACE I NFORHATI ON APRIL 11, 1986 Ann Arbor, MI "Law Day" 10 am to 5 pm Room #150 Hutchins Hall, Law Quad, Univ. of MI Tribal & State Relations Contact person: Mike Dashner at (313) 763 9044 APRIL 12 & 13 Ann Arbor, MI 14th Annual Pow Wow at the Coliseum, corner of Hill St. & 5th Ave. Contact person: Mike Dashner at (313) 763 9044 APRIL 26 Algonac, MI American Indian Festival sponsored by Blue Water A. I. Cooperative, dance, arts & crafts demonstration 1215 Washington, parade begins at 11 am (Henry at M 29) All Nation Singers Free Admission, traders welcome, no fee Contact Robert Holloway at (313) 794 9364 MAY 3 Taylor, MI Taylor Pow Wow, Sheridan Community Center, 1211 Pardee rand Entry 1:00 pm Free admission, traders welcome• $15., table & 2 chairs, also includes 2 meal tickets. Contact: Debbie Klein (315) 382 7728 or Angie Honeycutt at (313) 295 0193 �POW WOW AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 198G MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS 611 W. Ottawa - 3rd Floor Lansing, Michigan 48909 DATE PLACE INFORMATION MAY 17 & 18 Niagara Falls, N.Y. 5th Annual Turtle Pow Wow (Native American Center for the Living Arts) 25 Rainbow Mall Grand Entry 12 noon, both days Contact: Duffy Wilson at (716) 284 2427 MAY 24 & 25 Ottawa, Ontario Native Citizens Pow Wow Ottawa Nepean Tent & Trailer Park, 411 Corkstown Rd. Contact: (613) 238 8591 JUNE 1 & 2 Detroit JUNE 7 & 8 East Jordan 5th Annual "Day of the Eagle" Pow Wow • East Jordan Tourist Park (end of Mill St.) Grand Entry: Sat. lpm & 7 pm Sun. lpm Contact: Gigi Antoine at (616) 536 2162 JUNE 14 & 15 Grand Rapids "Homecoming of the Three Fires" Pow Wow • AH NAB AWEN Park on Front St & Pearl St. Camping available Contact: J UN E 21 & 22 Lansing Lansing PGw Wow, Sleepy Hollow State Park, primitive campgrounds, no electricity Contact: Linda VanLake at ( 517) 487 5409 "Honor Dur Children" Pow Wow Historical Fort Wayne Contact: (313) 494 2442 �~I ~I �" Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council HON MOFIT o.tO. U. S. POSl:A.GE PAID PERMIT NO. 690 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 r.~·~ f~·::; ~ ;~:J A Un~f~:! V/:J.y i~.':f..'l':~-,, BETTY JONES- LIBARY VALLEY STATE COLLEGE ALLENDALE, MI 49401 G~~ND lI -z -- O!V.t-10 RAPID S. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/03c40012bbb4331c686687347d566d16.pdf b60636b4b32dcd207182f4ea24763d19 PDF Text Text I I TURTLE TALK Executive Director Editor J. Wagner Wheeler Loretta Yount GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President---------------George Martin Vice President--------------John Hart Secretary -------------- Mary Roberts Treasurer ------------ ~oger Williams Sgt.-At-Arms---------------Ronald Yob JANUARY- FEBRUARY, 1986 growth of Health and Human Services are on the verge of reality of becoming a full direct center. This will be a great benefit to us all. The friendships and the support you have shown me will never be forgotten. I will be attending some of the Board meetings to keep informed. And continue the open line of communication between the Native American Apostolate within the Catholic Church. Member ------------ David Shananaquet Member ---------------- Sydney Martin Member ------------------ Debra Gibbs Member ------------- David Wonegeshik On behalf of my wife Yvonne and our children, the Board and Staff will be in our prayers. May the Great Spirit of all living things bless you and protect you always. . Me-gwetch. Sincerely, The GRITC Staff and Board would like to welcome David Wonegeshik as a new isl Fred Chivis, Jr. Fred Chivis, Jr. board member. Fred Chivis, Jr., Treasurer of G. R. Inter- Tribal Council Board of Directors submitted his letter of resignation, . as follows: November 11, 1985 Mr. George Martin Chairperson BOARD OF DIRECTORS Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington N. W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Dear George and Board: PLEASE INFORM US IF YOUR ADDRESS HAS CHANGED. WE NEED TO KNOW THE OLD AND NEW ADDRESS AND BOTH ZIP CODES. As the "85" year ends There are so many people who have helped me, put together Turtle Talk for mailing, typing, stapling, labelin~bundling, etc. They have been a big help. I know I couldn't have done it alone. I am so glad there are so many wonderful people who gave their time in helping Today I have made one of the most difficult decisions in my life. I am resigning from Inter-Tribal Board. It is apparent to me due to the increased demands of my job I can't fulfill my commitment to the Board. When I ran for the Board a 1 t yrs, ago I was very much concerned with stronger unity within our Indian Communtiy and better programs and services to our people. The vision of the Board is being forfilled. Right now is one of the most exciting moments in the centers history. The with T. T. THANKS AGAIN FOR HELPING. --------------------------------------Indian Outreach Worker - Roseanna Martell Will be available at GRITC Tuesday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Thursday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm for information and referral services. Roseanna can also be contacted at DSS 247-6118 �Secretarial Position: JOBS: ANNOUNCING -- A Civil Service Examination Experienced with a good work record. Able to adjust to high pace work load Police Recruit: This is recruit trainee work in the Police Department intended Starting wage negotiable with excellent to result in promotion to the Police fringe package. Officer Classification. Citizen of U. S. Minimum Age (18) Proof of H.S. Grad or GED Certificate. Supervise Summer Youth Participants, 14-21, in various worksites, for the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council. No Felony Convictions. Qualifications: Ability to supervise youth; Valid drivers license; and Creativity. Valid State of Michigan Operator or Chaufeur License. Closi~2-~~!~-~~~~~-~!t_!~~~-------- Rate of Pay $21,305.00 per year FOR MORE INFORMATION telephone 774-8331. Or apply with the GRITC-JTPA Employment Program. Police Officer: This is general duty Police work in the protection of life .and property through the enforcement of laws and ordiances. REMINDER OF IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER! ==== ==== ==== Citizen of U. S. Minimum Age (18) GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADULT Proof of H. S. Grad or GED Certificate. HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION ==== No Felony Convictions. MAY 28, 1986 WEDNESDAY Valid State of Michigan Operator or Chaufeur License. Rate of Pay $22,105. to 28,925. per yr. = NATIVE AMERICAN DINNER - MAY 21, 1986 For further - Civil Service Board City of Grand Rapids, Michigan ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - MAY 29, 1986 LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH OR, JTPA Office (GRITC) GRITC BOARD DIRECTORS' ELECTION COMING UP IN JUNE 1986 774-8331 Concession Stand Attendant: Male Single. PART-TIME to begin working into a full time positon, work ending in Oct. '86. Beginning salary of $225.00 per week with possible bonus payment(s). This person will be traveling the ~air circuit and special events in Western Michig;;in. THREE FIRES POW-WOW JUNE 14~& WILL BE HELD IN 15, 1986 AT AH-NAB-AWEN PARK. CULTURAL MEETINGS ARE HELD THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH - 7:00 PM - RM 15. GUEST SPEAKER: Shannon Martin to speak on her trip to Japan and a slide presentation. �The council seeks support from the business INDIAN COUNCIL EXHORTED BY HENRY-By John Hogan (Grand Rapids Press) community to help spur econimic develop- Grand Rapids' Indian community has done an ment --mostly for Indian-run businesses, exemplary job developing social and eco- he said. nomic programs and must continue to ex- One of the purposes of Friday's open pand on its own because of dwindling feder- house was to send a message to the al support, U.S. Rep. Paul Henry said Fri- business day. Henry, speaking at the first open house thing to happen" in the area of ecomomic community that "we want some- sponsored by the G.R. Inter-Tribal Council, growth, Wheeler said. Tribal members said the open house also told an audience of nearly (100) people was important because it allowed members that it is "Imperative" to "stand up to the challenge" of the Gramm-Rudman deficit to share their culture with others. Henry said that economic development is reduction Law. an important challenge to the Indian The bill will reduce funding for social community, which he said is a "forgotten programs, and in its first year will cause minority." a $13 per person reduction in grants and "The majority community wishes the services, Henry said. The G. R. Republican praised the Inter- problems associated with the minority community would go away," Henry said, adding Tribal Council, which he said has worked that society has become "cavalier and during the past (12) years to bring jobs insensitive" to a minority "which once and social services to the American Indian was the majority." Community. But the work of the Inter-Tribal Council That commitment, he said, must not be and others like it across the state and jeopardized given the likely reduction in country, are helping to bridge the gap be- federal funds for such organizations. tween Indians and whites, he said. The Inter-Tribal Council provides job still exist-- notably in the Indian training as well as human economic services community itself, he said, pointing to to Indians in a five-county area including conflicts between the traditional Indians Kent, Ottawa and Allegan, executive direct- and those that have taken a new identity. or J. Wagner Wheeler said. The open house was divided between two We have a fairly closed-knit tribal struct- locations and included a mini-pow-wow with ure (in the G.R. area)," Wheeler said. traditional dancing, a drum group, traders, "There's a lot of support in the community." an art exhibit and hor d'oeuvres He said Indians are a minority group that "is not visible," but pointed out that 3,000 Indians live in Kent County. •• "YOU NEVER KIWW WHO'S RIGHT, BUT YOU ALWAYS KNOW WHO'S IN CHARGE'! Strains �WONDERLAND OF FOODS: l. 2. 3. 4. BELATED: Dear Son Mark: What is calorie? What is malnourished? What are nutrients? Have a Bright Birthday - Sunshine - a belated one at that at 22 years young'! PS 5. What does RDA stand for? What is the Rickets? Sorry I missed for December, etc.!! 6. What is Scurvy? ----------------------------------------- Lo{ e always, Mom, Lee. On JANUARY NATIVE AMERICAN SENIOR PROGRAM 1888 - Ghost Dance begins with a vision Wovoka, great paiute medicine man. A most pleasing and merry time of the year, if we can overlook the cold wea- ther and snow. We see much warmth· shown to our Elders, in peoples generosity and kindness. To those who have helped with dona- tions, workinq with the meals and all around support, a THANK-YOU. It does not seem quite enough, but we, the staff of Native American Senior Program THANK YOU from our hearts and we wish you all a Happy and Prosperous 1986. 1865 - Brule and Oglala Sioux and Cheyenne attack military station at Julesbury, Colorado. 1887 - Wolf Mount Battle, Crazy Horse is defeated by Gen. Miles. 1879 - N. Cheyenne under Dull Knife break out of confinement at Fort Robinson and head for Powder River County. 1825 - First execution of a white man in the U.S. for murder of an indian at Pendleton, Indiana. 1890 - Kicking Bear surrenders rifle to Gen. Miles ending the Ghost Dance. Activity is abound in the Senior Program, with shopping, for the Christmas party, planninq, potlucK dinner, the party, due sooner than a wink of eye, - - -- --- -- -- -- Answers to WONDERLAND OF FOODS: 1. all Santa's Elves are busy. We will up-date all news in the next issure of Turtle Talk. 2. CONGRATULATIONS TO YVONNE CHIVIS, WINNER OF THE QUILT RAFFLE. 3. 4. Submitted by: Luella Collins Margaret Nelson 5. Originalitv is the art of concealing vour source. -~- 6. Calorie - The amount of heat needed to raise one gram of water one degree Centigrade. Malnourished - having a poorly balanced diet. Nut rients - Nourishing substances in foods. Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) amount of different nutrients advised by the U.S. qovernment for a balanced diet. Rickets - a disease caused by a lack of Vitamin D. Scurvy - A disease caused by a lack of Vitamin C. �The following story is from the Grand Rapids Press, Sunday, October 27, 1985 issue. THE CYCLE RENEWED by Ted Roelofs For William Memberto, life has been a long Joseph, where his own story begins. day's journey into self. "When he was young, they sent his brother "I've learned that I'm more comfortable in and sister to Indian school. The non-Indian moccasins than in wooden shoes," says society had convinced the Indians that assimMemberto, who's half Ottawa Indian and ilation was best for them. half Dutch. "But my father was kept back from Indian The 39-year-old counselor for the Grand school." Rapids Inter-Tribal helps other Native Americans . find peace of mind. He knows Instead, Joseph Memberto hunted and trapped the journey is anything but easy. with relatives in the Manist~e area. When he was 13, he traveled to Ludington to sell furs. He had an attack of acute apendicitis Memberto has gone through alcoholism, drug abuse, doubt, hatred of white people, and was taken to a hospital there. hatred of himself. He grew up in a house Because he spoke no English, he was deemed with two alcoholic parents, his father being an Ottawa Indian, his mother the ignorant and shipped off to a school for daughter of Dutch immigrants. They tried Indians in Mount Pleasant. to bring him up Catholic. It didn't take. "It was real difficult for him," says his "It was always uncomfortable for me, even son. "He was chastised and despised by though I was in the choir." the teachers. Because he didn't speak English, they put him in a class with kinderNow Memberto walks a path closer to that garten-age students. They made fun of him." of his ancestors, the Thornapple Band of the Ottawa Indian tribe. For the first His father bolted from the school two years time in his life, he is at peace with later, to fend for himself at the age of 15. himself. He was a lumberjack, worked in the Civilian Conservation Corps, drove a truck. EventHe talks about the natural way of things, ually, he met Grace Swarts in Muskegon. the Spirit in all living things. He takes They married and has two sons. Joseph part in traditional Indian ceremonies and went to work in a foundry. has built a sweat lodge in the woodsy back yard of the house he rents in Wyoming, a Some years after the marriage began, so Grand Rapids suburb. He is learning the did the drinking. old ways that came before any white man nI remember at the age of 8 a lot of highset foot in Michigan. volume weekend drinking. It went on all "I think someone said that to know thythe time. I think there was a lot of stress self is what it's all about," Memberto in raising a biracial family." says. "I think that's what it is for a lot of Native Americans." Joseph Memberto may not have given his sons the role model they needed, but he did He is sitting among the bushes and trees pass on remnants of his past. that abutt his yard, a place where Ile "I remember him taking us into the woods, l ikes to med itate. The Ocotber wind ratshowing us different thinGs about nature. tles gold-colored leaves, sending a chill through the air. He remembers his father, I remember sometimes going in the woods and just sitting." �"1986" NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS Cycle Renewed by Ted Roelofs Continued ... ~.J-,, In some ways, WilliaJn Memberto repeated the patterns and mistakes of his father. Geri C.-"I'm working up to a resolution to quit smoking." He had trouble in school, remembers taunts because of his race, and emerged psycholocically scarred and resentful. By age 13 he was drinking and getting into trouble, stealing, burglarizing, taking cars for joy rides. He quit school in the eighth grade at age 15. Margaret N.-Geri C. says "She should join Weight Watcher's!" "Gonna win Lotto!" (mine also!) "I'm going to join a Cancer Support Group." (good one Marg.) He joined the Army about a year later and served three years, making sergeant. "I enjoyed it to some degree. I think it gave me some self-discipline." Rhonda Davis-"I resolve to graduate this year." (Good Luck! You can do it) Diane Leaureaux-"to lose 40 lbs." But through his 20's, Memberto struggled to piece his life together. He married, worked in a factory, but continued a life of self-abuse. He drank, used hard drugs like cocaine and speed. His marriage failed. He raged against what he considered the racist white culture. Chris Fleming-"Not to make any more resolutions "I became acutely aware of the anger I had inside of me. I was a bigoted person. I had feelings against whites because of the condition of the.Indian people. "I learned that most of the people I talked to had no sense of the Indian's existence in the United States." But as he rediscovered more about his past, Memberto began to feel whole for the first time in his life. He eventually earned a bachelor's degree from Ferris State College in human services, and began work in 1981 for the Inter-Tribal Council. Memberto is now remarried to a Potawatomi, Phyllis, and their two children are both active in Indian powwows and other traditional practices. The cycle is renewed. Carol Downs!Work off Holiday calories" Maryan- Refused to make a resolution.(C'mon, no one is without vice) Bill M.- Who by the way has a January b-day .... "I resolve to take a speaking course to condense oratorial presentation to a more reasonable length and to cut back on presentation time and to ...... (OK Bill, we get the message) Vicki U.- "I resolve to quit procrastinating ... which I'll get to later ... " There is a new support-type group called the Women's Group, which meets every 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at GRITC in the basement in the Senior's Room. "It's a value that's inherited. It's the part of the make up of who you are. Basically, it is a group where the Native American community va.ices it's concerns in the areas of doing cultural and spiritual ceremonies, women's workshops, bringing back tradition al ways, Native Americ.an social issues, and generally , just Native American issues that concern us all. "The most difficult journey anyone ever takes is that inner journey. I' m much more comfortable with that journey now." We would like to see more of you there. Bring in your ideas, your thoughts and we'll see you there. "Happy Birthday Bill! ! ! " tg For more info., call 774-8331 and ask for Anne. �HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THOSE WHO HAD A BIRTHDAY IN JANUARY 1986-- no longer belonged to the tribe. The U. S. government had become the owner of Robert Parkey, Gary Sheahan, Susan all "discovery" of the N. American conLewis, Roben Chivis, Harry Judson, tinent and the "conquest of its inSylvia Swanson, Grace Mulholland, Elizabeth Gibbs, Virginia Herr, Susan Smith, habitants." It did not matter to the George Shagonaby, Rhonda Davis, Court, apparently that Europeans had not Bill and Phil Memberto discovered N. American and had not conHAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THOSE WHO HAD A BIRTHDAY IN FEBRUARY 1986 Percy Bird, Rebecca McDonald, Wag Wheeler, Cecelia Sprague, Pine Shomin, Gertrude Malmgren, Usheka Rapahel, Wanda Rapael, Paul Rueckert, Ben Shawa, Kristy Shananaquet, quered all the Indians living there. We can assume the Court made the decision it did because a contrary ruling would mean that most of the U. S. belonged to the Indians. The Court went on to hold, though, that the Indians retained a "right of occu- HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THOSE PEOPLE BORN IN MARCH 1986-Lance Shirley, Juluis Lewis, Carlotte Wayashe, Steve Waukazoo, Elsie Raphael, Joe John, Angie Meyers, F. James Wesaw, Brett Shomin, Cherri Gibbs, Daisy Sprague, James M. Roberts. pancy". As explained in Johnson- vs Mcintosh and in later cases, the essential principles of Indian title are the following: 1. The Federal government acquired ownership of all land within the U.S. by discovery and conquest. WHAT IS AN INDIAN TITLE? 2. Indians retain the right to live on their an- The doctrine of Indian title is one of the most complicated and controversial doc- cestral homelands until.such time as the Federal government decides to use the trines in Indian Law. land for another purpose. Soon after the U. S. gained its independence from uropean control, the Supreme title is a possessory interest and not 3. Indian a property right, that is to say, Indians Court had to determine who owned the land still occupied by the Indians; the Indians have a right to posses their ancestral or the U. S. government. Congress gives them title to it, and The Court homelands but not to own it unless decided this question in Johnson vs Mc- 4. intock (1823). Indians or bought by anyone else with- The specific issue in that case was whether a non-Indian who had Indian title cannot be sold by the bought land from an Indian tribe had out authorization from the federal goverment. acquired valid title to it. In order to prove Indian title, a tribe Obviously, the buyer could acquire only that interest is not required to rely on a treaty or which the bribe could legally sell. or other form of offici.11 government re- The Supreme Court held that the buyer did cognition. not acquire valid title because the land historical evidence that the land in It need only show by �"1986" NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS Cycle Renewed by Ted Roelofs Continued ... In some ways, William Memberto repeated the patterns and mistakes of his father. Geri C.-"I'm working up to a resolution to quit smoking." He had trouble in school, remembers taunts because of his race, and emerged psycholosica.lly scarred and resentful. By age 13 he was drinking and getting into trouble, stealing, burglarizing, taking ca.rs for joy rides. He quit school in the eighth grade at age 15. Margaret N.-Geri C. says "She should join Weight Watcher's!" "Gonna win Lotto!" (mine also!) "I'm going to join a Cancer Support Group." (good one Marg.) He joined the Army about a year later and served three yea.rs, making sergeant. "I enjoyed it to some degree. I think it gave me some self-discipline." Rhonda Davis-"! resolve to graduate this year." (Good Luck! You can do it) Diane Leaureaux-"to lose 40 lbs." But through his 20's, Memberto struggled to piece his life together. He married, worked in a factory, but continued a life of self-abuse. He drank, used hard drugs like cocaine and speed. His marriage failed. He raged against what he considered the racist white culture. Chris Fleming-"Not to make any more resolutions "I became a.cutely a.ware of the anger I had inside of roe. I was a bigoted person. I had feelings against whites because of the condition of the.Indian people. "I learned that roost of the people I talked to had no sense of the Indian's existence in the United States." But as he rediscovered more a.bout his pa.st, Memberto began to feel whole for the first time in his life. He eventually earned a bachelor's degree from Ferris State College in human services, and began work in 1981 for the Inter-Tribal Council. Memberto is now remarried to aPota.wa.tomi, Phyllis, and their two children a.re both active in Indian powwows and other traditional practices. The cycle is renewed. Carol Downs!Work off Holiday calories" Maryan- Refused to make a resolution.(C'mon, no one is without vice) Bi 11 M. - Who by the way has a January b-day .... "I resolve to take a speaking course to condense oratorial presentation to a more reasonable length and to cut back on presentation time and to ...... (OK Bill, we get the message) Vicki U.- "I resolve to quit procrastinating ... which I '11 get to later ... " There is a new support-type group called the Women's Group, which meets every 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at GRITC in the basement in the Senior's Room. "It's a value that's inherited. It's the part of the make up of who you a.re. Basically, it is a group where the Native American conmunity voices it's concerns in the areas of doing cultural and spiritual ceremonies, women's workshops, bringing back tradition al ways, Native American social issues, and generally, just Native American issues that concern us a11 . "The most difficult journey anyone ever takes is that inner journey. I'm much more comfortable with that journey now." We would like to see more of you there. Bring in your ideas, your thoughts and we'll see you there. "Happy Birthday Bill! ! ! " tg For more info., call 774-8331 and ask for Anne. �or any document stating income. J T P A (Jobs Training Partnership Act) The JTPA - Employment and Training Program has added a new staff person. MARGARET NELSON will be the new Job Developer. She comes to use with much enthusiasm and ideas to help further services to those looking for jobs. For the month of January to about the middle of Febuary, she can be contacted or seen in Room 4 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from Sam to 5pm. 4. Resident of Kent or Ottawa Counties. Proof will be established by any of before mentioned. 5. Those males between 18 to 26 MUST show proof that hey have registered for the Draft. Again for further information, call us, write us, or drop by and see us at the Center. Dawn, Maryan or our new Job Developer, Margaret will be happy to assist you. December 31 , marked the midway point of our grant year. The goals accomplished thus far are also at the planned outcomes. Twenty-one (21) Native Americans who were eligible for our program count are now employed. We have also assisted those who are not program eligible find employment also. cont'd WHAT IS AN INDIAN TITLE question was part of its ancestral homelands and was occupied exclusively by it. The tribal interest in continued occupancy is so important that the Nine (9) Classroom Training Participants have obtained a total of eleven (11) goals. Goals obtained were: Reading & Math enhancement; 20 Credits; GED; and Diploma. to eject trespassers, the federal governme8t has an obligation to help the tribe An added reminder to those looking for em- eject trespassers and Indian title may ployment, we receive notices on a number of various opportunities for employment from entry level to professional leveled positions, and notices of apprenticeship programs. These notices come to us on a daily basis from local, state and national resources. Come see our job postings, there may be something for "YOU." not be extinguished by the Federal WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR GRITC JTPA PROGRAM AND WHAT PROOF IS NEEDED: important to Indians in the 19th Century, 1. 2. 3. Native American - Proof by lowing; birth certificate, membership card, judgement letter, or is known to the as being Native American. the foltribal award community 17 Years or Older - Proof by the following: birth certificate, drivers license, or personal identification, and social security number. Economically Disadvantaged; Unemployed; OR Underemployed - Proof needed is annualized income, DSS income, Social Security, Disability, tribe is entitled to bring a court action government unless Congress has clearly stated an intention to accomplished that result. Indian title is an . extremely valuable property interest. It was particularly when thousands of white settlers moved west because it protected their homelands from being taken by anyone other than the federal government (although the federal government eventually took most of it). In 1908, the Supreme Court held that Indian title survived statehood, which meant tha t Indian tribes had the right to live on their homelands even after a territory became a state, unless Congress had expressly extinguished their right of occupancy. �WHAT IS AN INDIAN TITLE? BEING INDIAN IS ... (cont.) Indian title is still an important protection. In a recent decision the Supreme .BEING INDIAN IS •.. Court held that an Indian tribe could listening to all the middle class Tontos bing an action to eject state and local officials from land claimed under Indian Title. From "The Rights of Indians and Tribes", An American Civil Liberties Union Handbook and Uncle Tomahawks tell you we must do things the "American way". BEING INDIAN IS ... feeling the stares of the non-Indians in any public place you walk into. BEING INDIAN IS .•. having your non-Indian wife dancing in full regalia at your tribal pow wow. BEING INDIAN rs ... knowing the Great Spirit. BEING INDIAN IS ... BEING INDIAN IS ..• Watching John Wayne :whip 50 of your kind with a single shot pistol and a rusty pocket knife on the late show. BEING INDIAN IS •.. having every third person you meet tell you about his great grandmother who was a real Cherokee princess. BEING INDIAN IS ... having 9 out of 10 people tell you how great they believe Jim Thorpe,, Squanto, Tonto, and Little Beaver are. BEING INDIAN IS ... loving frybread and corn soup. BEING INDIAN IS ..• having high salaried BIA, PHS, OEO, HEW, and BOL white collar bureaucrats tell you how much money is being spent on Indians these days. BEING INDIAN IS ... having the greatest grandparents in the world. BEING INDIAN IS ... having your teenage child come home from school and ask you about "the strange beliefs" of Indians that the teacher mentioned at school today. BEING INDIAN IS ... having a Christian missionary tell you it is wrong to believe in more than one Divine Being, then listen to him tell you about Jesus Christ, The Holy Ghost, The Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, St. Patrick, St. Christopher, St. Francis, etc., etc. BEING INDIAN rs ... fighting with the U.S. Army to save your country from the evils of communists and against the U.S. Army on your reservation to keep the Corps of Engineers from stealing your land. Spring Reign Spring reing blossoms into '' Summer reign, Sometimes subtle, with hints of cleansing, freshness, and the rebirth of last fall's sleeping seeds. Sticky, sweet air ... Calling me to window, as the setting sun breaks through a parting of Spring Reign clouds. G. 1 ,..,-. ~ \'O'.J �have someone read the paper to you, only "WHO SAYS OUR STUDENTS DON"T CARE" Dec. 1, 1985 to discover that your hearing is either becoming less sensitive, or everyone else Dear Sue, is speaking more softly than ever before. I am writing to tell you that I Actually those bifocal or trifocal glasses appreciate what you are doing for us. Your are a great teacher. You act as are great ... until you try fixing that leak under the kitchen sink or tighten the legs though you really care about the students on the dining room tale. at Lexington. doesn't bend backward like it used to do. If there was more teachers Your neck just like you, there would be much more studen There's a simple solution to this, as a students graduating. senior citizen auto mechanic told one of us once. He had a pair of glasses I really enjoyed your classes. It was really a great pleasure to have met you, made up with the lenses opposite from and to have you as one of my teachers. normal, with the reading portion of the bifocals on top rather than on the "A student that noticed" How old are you? bottom so when he got under a car to Forget for the moment your chronological age, whether it be 60, 70, or 80. anyway. That isn't important fact, Someone has said, "You are as old as you feel." That is getting closer to what we had in mind when we posed this question. Many senior citizens may be "three score years and ten" or more, yet their mental capacities are as strong and alert as they were decades ago. Some may be slowing down physically but the mind remains as sharp as ever. Therefore the emphasi s is intentionally turned away from the calendar to that which is more impo rtant-YOU ARE AS OLD AS YOU FEEL. How old are you? Have you joined bifocal or trifocal club yet? the Are your arms too. short to hold the newspaper far enough away so your eyes can focus on the print without the use of glasses? Of course, you could always work on it he wouldn't have to visit a chiropractor the next day. Of course, that obvious solution isn't practical for those of us who would use those special glasses just once or twice a year. It's for those people whos back goes out more often than they do. How old are you? You probably remember some really cold and snowy winters from yo ur younger days. But does the cold seem colder now and deeper and heavier the past few years? Do you notice t he drafts in the house now that didn't bother you before? Or the th e weeds in the garden grow faster and deeper than before. Your clothes seem to shrink after each trip to the laundry or cleaners. Do you go to bed later; wake up earlier th an before? " A LAUGH EACH DAY WILL KEEP THE DOCTOR AWAY" From the Golden Years. �The Native American Ministry here in in Grand Rapids have .moved from the Westside Complex where evening services had been held in the past to a new location at the Other Way Community Center located at 745 W. Fulton, according to Pastor Ed Hinman. Pastor Hinman is a Ponca Indian by way of Oklahoma, who is just newly arrived from Denver, Colorado to Pastor the church here. Evening services will be conducted at 6:00 PM every Sunday. Everyone is welcome to come and worship. Pastor Hinman may be contacted by calli ng this number 364-8987 or 774-8331. The 1986 Bowling Tournament Committee members Luella and Steve Collins, Dawn and Jumbo Anderson, Shirley Chamberlain, Amos Day, wishes to express their gratitude, appreciation and many thanks to those who helped out with the "1986 Indian Bowling Tournament: Carrie Medawis, Larry King, Renee Chisholm, Donna Chisholm, Cecil, John, Dolores Labou Margaret Nelson, Geri Conway, Nancy Ortiz, Deb Thompson, Henry Bush, Mel Fought, Pat Borek, Tia Schoonmaker, Serri Medawis, Andy & Sput Falcon, Pat Chivis, Barb Dayson. Me-qwetch to all (and to anyone who helped but not the list)who donated their time and effort making this a good time for all, as a result there were many compliments on our tournament being such a success. Hopefully, we can make it even better next year. "Op-cha-gwah, Chi-Meqwetch" Winners were: 1st Place 2943 series - Grand Rapids, Mi Sherry Boda, Karen Boda, Carole Crampton, Ron Boda, Al Crampton 2 nd Place 2932 series - Hartford, Mi Food set-up - Rita Sprague, Loretta Yount, and Harvey Anderson Debi Wesaw, Sam Wesaw, Bob Drake. Donna Lewis, Morris Lewi:i s Bartendar from Wengers - Rich 3rd Place 2919 series - Grand H.a.pld~- & Lansing, Mi Tournament Registration - Tia Schoonmaker 50/50 tickets - Barb Dayson Larry kiQg. ebyllis Leroy, Elsie Shananaquet, Cecil John, 81.' 1 Shananaquet ------------ Door Entry( dance} - ttlancy' ©:rtiz,., Gary and Sue Sprague, Henry (Ti'c) Bush, 4th Place 2883 series , -· Grand RcrpJds,Mi Hall Rental - William and JoAnn Fox Mike Blumke, Pat BoreK:~ Rich Cullers, Deb Thompson, Norm Blu~ Clean-up (hall) - Duane Raphael, Pat and Forrest Rawlings-and David Sprague 5th Place 2879 series - Flint, Mi Music - Blumke Family Men & Women actual & Handicap Sue Sprague, Julie Starhl and Debbi Wesaw And all the following people who contributed to the meal . Barb Arzola, Ardis Badger, Roger & Rita Sprague, Sue Sprague, Rita Blumke, Ruth Eagleman, Loretta Yount, Brenda Brott, Pat Rawlings, Mary Shananaquet, Rita Green, Ira Green, Doris Romer, Romer, Elizabeth Johnson ~ rt 6th Place 2852 series - Grand Rapids, Mi Pam Cullers, Rita Blumke, Carl Borek, Renee Chisholm, Mel Thompson 7th Place 2837 series - Lansing, Mi James Brunk, Jr., James Brunk, Sr., Roger Brunk, Elsie Shananaquet, Felieita Leroy Continue on the next page �Cont-d 1986 Indian Bowling Tournament 8th Place 2828 series - Flint and Grand Rapids, Mi Blanche Huff, John Kenny, Daugherty Johnson, Steve Collins, Karen Pfeifer 9th Place 2827 series - Lansing and Haslett, Mi James Brunk, Elaine Freeland, Leo Jackson, Anne Crampton, Jon Crampton, 10th Place women who won prizes for actual games and Hi-hep games. Good bowling guys/gals. GM Classics bowling tournament: Amos Day, Jr. and Andy Falcon Place Doubles - 5th Amos Day, Jr., John Chivis, Ron Chivis, Andy Falcon, Kevin DeWitt - 5th Place Team Event . ___________ts.uhroi..t.t.E!.d. Jzy__Sh.iJ:J_e_y_ _CJLq_m_b_e_rJ._arn ) 2824 series Grand Rapads and Bradley, Mi Steelcase Tournament Andrea Yount - 659 handicap Anna Chlebana, Ardis Badger, Dee Draper, David Yount _(205-210) team event doubles(9-games) Roger Sprague, David, Sprague Dave also won (Pot money)$81.00-259 Handicap games 11th Place - 2821 series - Lansing, Mi Arvilla Bateman, Richard Beckhorn, Mike Bateman, Jancie Beckhorn, Sue McMillan 12th Place Congratulations to Andrea Yount in her new positions at Steelcase - Process Order Editor 2807 series - Grand Rapids,Mi ----------------------------------------- LEXINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION STILL TIME TO ENROLL Second Semester classes are starting at 13th Place 2801 series - Flint, Mi Lexington. Two new classes offered are Computer Literacy and Writing for Native 8fa:1che Huff, John Kenny, Bernie Reyes, . . - - ·} .meriCanElders. For more information, Brenda Evans, Toni Bottella ...---- call 456-3720 now!!! Christine Loonsfoot, Karen Boda, Ron Chivis, Carole Crampton, Al Crampton 14th Place 2800 series Hasli::tt, Mi A~na Crampton, Jon Crampton, Linell Crampton;- edrcy Crampton, Roderick Cramptcm 15th Place 2780 series - Grand Rapids,Mi Pam Cullers, Renee Chisholm, Pat Borek, Mel Thompson, Norm Blumke 16th Place 2776 series Elaine Freeland, Leo Jackson Jerry Skippergosb, Mary Shananaquet, Bill Sh_ananaquet Congratulations to Russ (Fudge} Menefee for nice "56" game. ::rt was about that time day" Also congratulations to all the men and - --------- ---------------------------------------There has been some interest in our computer classes with (3) students enrolling for training. All the students are under (15) and attend classes after school hours. We think the classes will be goO(isupport for improving their academic levels. Those parents concerned about their childrens education,at whatever level are encouraged to contact GRITC. We--ar~ prepared to hire more staff for evenings and Saturdays if interest demands. The agency is continuing to pursue more funds to expand our services. Support for health service expansion is looking promising. Also Job Training activities include proposals to the state for contracts to expand our Job development. Please call our office for details (774-8331) J. Wagner Wheeler, Executive Director �11111111111 111 11111I111 11 I 111111 111 1111111111 11111 I I I II I 111111111111 I 1111111 I I 11111111 I I 11 JANUARY 1986 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 too often forgotten or unknown, but we think it's to the credit of Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal's Executive Director, Wag Wheeler, that this heartfelt policy continues to be implemented. *** *** "INDIAN FUNERALS HAVE CHANGED," remarked SYLVIA SWANSON, an Ottawa/Chippewa Elder, born near Northport, Michigan, as we both were sharing in the luncheon feast after Mary Peter's funeral. Sylvia said that as recently as the 1930's funeral wakes were one to three days long in her Northport Community, depending on if it was summer or winter. The winter wakes were always three days long. "The wakes were held right around the clock, except that at mid-night we had a feast," said Sylvia. She thought too, that because all Indian people believe in one "SupremeBeing," whom her people simply called "The Spirit," it was not hard for them to accept denominational differences. . Interesting too, Sylvia pointed out, it was most popular among visitors to a wake to bring food, instead of flowers, as is the custom today. And it was customary after the final feast to put together all of the leftover food and burn it, thus that "sacred-smoke" would then be sent to the Great Spirit and thereby share in the feast. Wakes consisted of praying and singing in their native tongue and of ten included brief and spontaneous eulogies by people who just stood up and spoke of some worthy incident from the deceased's lifetime. On some occasions, herbal wines (of the home-made variety) were drunk· in toast to the .deceased person, and even some wine being placed SYLVIA SWANSON on the lips of the deceased, and later into the grave pit as well. At the grave-side, Sylvia commented," after the plain box casket, or robe, or blanket wrapped body was lowered into the grave, each person attending would toss a handful of sand into the grave and remain at grave side until the 'grave was filled in." *** *** �I lllZ ·111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 JANUARY 1986 I I 111 I I I I 111 I DO 1111111111 DO I I I I I aI I I I II I aa I I I aI I I II aI II I I a a I I aa a I a I a a a I I I I I I aa I I I I I 111 I I MEET NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST -- "DUANE" Duane Charles Raphael, a three-quarter blood Odawa, was born July 27, 1959 at Northport, Michigan and lived at Pshawbetown until about 1970, when he moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Duane's earliest recollections and awareness for a special interest in art was when he was seven or eight years old. Not especially liking arithmetic, Duane said of his math classes, "I would make pictures out of the numbers instead of solving the problems." But it wasn't until he was eleven years old and attending the old Walbridge Academy in Grand Rapids, that his art teacher recognized his artistic ability and strongly encouraged a career in S-Ome field of art. Duane completed his basic education and is a graduate of Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Adult Education program. Duane also returns to InterTri bal' s Alternative Education Art Program each Tuesday and Thursday for continued art instruction under the talented guidance of instructor Elaine Dalcher, whom Duane credits with helping him considerably. At the present time, Duane is in his first semester of a commercial art course at the Grand Rapids based Kendall School of Art. Upon completion DUANE CHARLES RAPHAEL of the four year course, Duane hopes to achieve his degree as a professional illustrator. After that, Duane says, with a Kendall degree, and an additional t;;o year college course he could obtain his Masters Degree and become a qualified art instructor. Duane's particular "type" of art at the present time is an expression of original creations which incorporate wild life characteristics, such as his favorite subject, the Eagle for example, combined with such images as a stylized Indian profile with usually sky and forest backgrounds. These are done in bold expression of black-ink against a stark white background to achieve his dramatic effects in many of his works. Taken from Council Drum News Jan 86 u �,~ 1 1111111111 I I I 11 I 11II1111 I I I I 111 I I 111111 I 1111II111 I I 111 111 111111 1111111111111 I 11111II11111 JANUARY 1986 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 Duane says he receives a feeling from his art work that gives him an intimate feeling and awareness with his culture. Basically he says, "I want to express those feelings through my art work and share that feeling with both my Indian and non-Indian people. Finally Duane says, "I must confess that I feel a very sped.al pride when I receive commissions to do a piece of art work for a person. Some of these AN ORIGINAL BY DUANE CHARLES RAPHAEL commissions have included as many as four portraits, which incidently is one aspect of his art career which Duane hopes to develop as much as possible. Needless to say, we hope Duane continues to pursue his art interests and develop his talents into a successful life time career and a pride to his heritage. We wish him well. * Note: An example of Duane Raphael's artwork is featured in this issue of Council Drum News above. * * * * 1: * �111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 JANUARY 1986 11111IIII111111111III111IIIIII111IIII1111OIII11I11111111111I1111I11111II1111111111I1111111 A GARLAND FOR THE MASTER THE GREAT SPIRIT WISHING FURTHER HIS HOME TO ADORN TAKES EARTH'S FAIREST FLOWERS HOW CAN WE GRIEVE OR MOURN WHEN HE CHOOSES ONE OF OURS? In a mother's intimate grieving for her child's death, Grace Mulholland was inspired to compose the above verse upon the death of one of her seven children, nine year old Gloria, back in 1944. With that inspiration, and her personal feelings toward the Great Spirit's ways, Grace firmly believed "her God" did not expect her to mourn, but instead had honored her by taking her beloved daughter, as she said in her verse," into His Home to adorn." Grace said proudly, to this writer, "because of that understanding in my heart, I knew my God did not want me to mourn. A beautiful and wise decision indeed. Seventy-seven year old Grace Mulholland is a full blood Odawa, originally from Bay Shore, Michigan, (which is near Petoskey), but has been a longtime resident of Grand Rapids. Grace, a Salutatorian graduate of the old Mt. Pleasant, Michigan "Indian School," has shared those interesting memories with this Editor. And in view of the many Nishnawbe members and friends who are graduates of that school we think it will make interesting reading. We hope to have that article ready for our next issue. Perhaps some of the old students may even have pictures to share at one of our General Meetings. GRACE ~uLHOLLAND Finally, we welcome Grace as a new member to the Grand Valley American Indian Lodge! E 1---- * * * * * * CRAFT CLASS REMINDER meets on the Second (2nd) Thursday each month -- 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.H. at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal, 45 Lexing:on, N.W. * * * * * * /b �I I I 5u r.J fY\ A ~C!." thuRS tJed Tues JY\Ot\ <ffo +~; SA+- i I / ~~ cl__ I l ...i i - ' b ff"" AR ""'"'"~ 1 -'I I s- ~ Se.'I\\~ Me. ... 1~ /b - lc2_ . Se.W\~Ofl 'fV\~fth A A ""\-~ 1- "i - lie ' ! '&:J /*¥1 ~~- '1 :Jo 17 19 18 f'\f!~ I /3 I</ /S o2I o7.;l.... J8 ,21 - M"'!i - ?-1 Seta•ol\ '--- £> "'"'5 - ? _, 5e.W\iO' II 7 Tf\~~' ~ • i ~~ J_:V h :~\~~ If-A ~ (\'\.\--" ?-1 Se.l\\oQ.. f\'\eAI M~ c2_ "'~ ?-'I ~ JI ~ 9...~~ . 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/17f7fa3e62187fad68976936f240fa97.pdf f9fd1b1d96f72babb770d9976b75f199 PDF Text Text TURTLE TALK Executive Director - J. Wagner Wheeler Editor Loretta Yount DECEMBER 1985 Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council has obtained one of the two computers GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS planned for educational purposes. President--------------------George Martin The staff is becoming f ami 1 i ar Vice President-------------------John Hart with the equipment and our plans Secretary---------------------Mary Roberts are to have scheduling of classes Treasurer-----------------Fred Chivis, Jr. begin in January. St.-At-Arms---------------------Ronald Yob Again we would like to encourage Member-------------------David Shananaquet the community to call 774-8331 Member-----------------------Sydney Martin for further information or you may Member----------------------Roger Williams send your name and address. Member-------------------------Debra Gibbs Ms. Vicki Upton has been hired as a new staff person to work with our Substance Abuse program. A very dynamic person, the community should get acquainted with Vicki. Please stop by and meet Vicki. J. Wagner Wheeler Executive Director The Council will be closed: December 24 and 25, 1985 Senior's Christmas Potluck and Party - December 19, 1985 Lexington Bazaar t..- 1 J December~ 11, 1985 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. It is not doing the thing we like to do, but l iking the thing we have to do, that makes life blessed. �HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN DECEMBER: TO NArlE A FEVJ: Robin High, Billy Shrubbe, Commodity "Tid Bits" This past year, Maryan has distri- Jerry King, Larry King, Edmund Pigion, buted commodities to Robin Raphael, Joseph Raphael, Richard November '84 to Ocotber '85. Raphael, Sarah Andrews, Harvey Anderson, l, 167 households from The household figure of 1,167 break- John Bennett, Matthew Boyer, James down, distribution wise, to the following, Mataxagay and Nancy Keith. for the past year; ---------------------------------------PLEASE INFORM US IF YOUR ADDRESS HAS CHANGED. WE NEED TO KNOW THE OLD AND THE NEW ADDRESS AND BOTH ZIP CODES. Senior Lunches are being held every TUESDAY AND THURSDAY. 7,105 pounds of cheese 2,086 pounds of butter 11,086 ounces of dry milk 2,420 pounds of flour 1,098 pounds of honey 484 pounds of rice Since the beginning of these commodity distribution~jit looks like we've main- tained our waistlines or grown a bit. NEED A RIDE TO A.A.? January '86, Maryan wi 11 need veri- TRANSPORTAION AVAILABLE! TONI CONTACT: eligibility to receive corrrnodities. AT - 774-8331 MONDAY AND THUPSDAY PLEASE CALL AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE BETWEEN 9:30 a.m. fication of household income to renew - 5:00 p.m. Those wanting to sign up on a first time basis, will need verification of: -Household income -Each household member(s) S.S. number -Proof of residency For more information, contact Maryan THE HEALTH NURSE IS AT G.R. INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL EVERY 1 UESDAY FROM: 9:00 am. - at 774-8331 or see her in room 4 of the main floor. 1:00 p.m. The probability of meeting someone you Lexington School-last day of school know increases when you are with someone you don't want to be seen with. December 21, 1985, see you next year, Students return on January 6, 1986 - Have a nice vacation. �FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH - By Blodgett Medical Center -LIVING WITH ARTHRITIS movement and cause pain. Arthritis is thought of as the pain and react to pain or weaken from disuse. Pain, swelling, stiffness and tenderness stiffness that is common to old age. But arthritis can and does affect people of all ages, from infancy on up. Some forms of arthritis caused by an underlying disease, such as an infection in a joint, may be cured when the underlying disease is controlled. For many forms of arthritis there is no cure, but early detection and care can curtail its Surrounding muscles may contract as they occur in the affected joint. Osteoarthritis is sometimes linked to the repeated stress of injury put on joints by extremely active people, such as athletes or dancers. However, cartilage breakdown is a natural part of the aging process, so most people over age 40 have some form of asteoarthritis. Fortunately, crippling effects. Arthritis means damage to the joint, usually from inflammation or wear. Tissues become inflamed (swelling, heat, reddeni ,,g, pain) in response to many people never develop any troublesome an injury in or around the joint. disease is not limited to the joints, however. Often the inflammation attacks Certain diseases of the immune system may also cause inflammation. In a per- symptoms. RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS - mainly affects the knuckles, toes, wrists and knees but can affect any joint, including the jaw. The connective tissue throughout the body son with arthritis, the inflammation and may involve internal organs. causes more damage and more inflammation. Joints may become worn down, causes a feeling of overall sickness in This especially if previously damaged. Over time, bones and other joint tissues be• come stiff, distorted, dislocated and addition to the joint pain. Although rheumatoid arthritis can strike at any age, it usually occurs in young or middle-aged adults, affecting women sometimes immobile. There are many forms of the condition; some what more often than men. It is more painful and crippling than other the more common are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. OSTEOARTHRITIS, the most common form of arthritis, develops from wear and tear of the smooth pads of cartilage that types of arthritis. Doctors suspect that the disease is sparked by an overactivity of the body's line the joints. Often, the weight-bearing joints (hips, knees and spine) are affected. As the cartilage flakes and where the two bones of the joint contact) causes inflammation, resulting in arthritis. The inflammation spreads to and eventually cracks away, it exposes underlying bone. erodes the surrounding tissue and car- Bony spurs can develop, which restrict tilage. immune system; antibodies against the synovium (a fluid-filled membrane situated Joint deformities may result. �Living with arthritis (cont'd) inflammation and maintain mobility. GOUT - often affects the large joint of This usually involves a combination of the big toe, but may settle elsewhere. medication, physical therapy, heat, rest, It begins when the body produces too much uric acid and the kidneys do not excrete ?Plints and sometimes surgery. Mild to moderate exercises are valuable for enough urine. loosening stiff joints, particulary in The acid crystallizes in the joints, leading to inflammation and rheumatoid arthritis; heavy exercise severe pain. Some people are more susceptible to gout may cause further inflammation or damage because of genetic tendency, but other be recommended for stiff joints. factors can upset the balance of uric effective, treatment usually must be con- acid in the body, such as diuretics, sistent and long-term. overeating or drinking alcoholic bever- PREVENTION - While nothing can prevent ages and infection. the onset of arthritis, we may be able Gout is more common cartilage. Swimming in a heated pool may To be among men than women. to avoid some of its harshest affects SYMPTOMS - Arthritis tends to flare up, by not over-taxing our joints. subside, then flare up again, all without warning. * Keep your ligaments and joints limber See your doctor if you and strong with regular exercise, experience these symptoms: * especially activities like swimming, Pain, tenderness, or swelling in walking and bicycling. one or more joints. ing, football and other taxing * Persistent pain or stiffness in the * * * morning. Pain and stiffness in the neck, Weight lift- activities may do more harm than good. * Warm up and stretch before you begin lower back, knees and other joints. exercising. Inability to move your limbs freely. inflamed or injured joint. Unexpected weight loss, fever, * Stay trim. Extra weight burdens the weakness, or fatigue. hips, knees and spine. These symptoms can indicate other medical problems, so, as always, it is best to avoid self-diagnosis. Do ncrl-exercise an With the help of a physical examination, x-rays and tests (blood, urine, joint fluid and biopsy), your doctor can accurately assess if you have arthritis. TREATMENT - For arthritis for which there is no cure, the aim is to relieve pain and stiffness, stop destructive * Maintain good posture and wear comfortable shoes. * Learn the proper way to lift heavy objects and care for your back. �letter, or is known to the community as being Native American. J T P A (Jobs Training Partnership Act) There has been much activity since the start of the program in July. 2. 17 years or older - Proof by the following: birth certificate, drivers license, or personal identification, and social security number. 3. Economically Disadvantaged (meaning an individual whose income is poverty level, or 70% of the lower living standard income Level) - Proof needed is annualized income, DSS income, Social Security, Disability, or any document stating income. It saudens us that the JTPA Program has one less staff A,erson. Phil Memberto, Job Developer, has left for other employment. We will miss his spunky and spirited presence. We also wish him well in his new employment venture. Already our slots for the Classroom Training Bonus Payments are filled and there are some on the waiting list. I am anticipating starting our OJT, Onthe-Job-Training, component in January 1986. We will be looking to recruit interested Native Americans in Kent and Ottawa Counties. Qualifications for this program are the same as the general program, see "w'ho is Eligible for GRITC JTPA Program and What Proof is Needed:." The only exception is those interested Native Americans should have an established work record. We also have available resources to help find jobs in local, state, and national levels for entry level, para professional and professional levels. We receive notifications for apprenticeship programs, such as apprentice electrician, and sheet metal workers. We have also been contacted to help recruit minorities for a number of job positions at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. If your interested in any of the above mentioned just give us a call at 774-8331 and a~k for Dawn or Maryan. Better yet, come in see us at 45 Lexington N. W. , room 4. We will be more than happy to assist you. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR GRITC JTPA PROGRAM AND WHAT PROOF TS NEEDED: 1. Native American - Proof by the folfowing; birth certificate, tribal membership card, judgement award OR Unemployed (means an individual who is without a job and who wants and is available for work) - Proof of income by the above mentioned. OR Underemployed (meaning a person who is working part-time but seeking full-time work; or a person who is working full-time but whose current annualized wage rate or family's current annualized income is not in excess of the proverty level or 70% of the lower living standard income level) - Proof of income by the above mentioned. 4. Resident of Kent or Ottawa CountiesProof will be established by any of the above documents. 5. Those males between 18 to 26 must show proof that they have registered for the DRAFT. Again for further information, contact Dawn Anderson or Maryan Mashka. \(, �A LONG TIME AGO, PEOPLE WANTED TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE GREAT SPIRIT. THEY TALKED TO DIFFERENT BIRDS BUT THE EAGLE WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT COULD FLY THAT HIGH AND COMMUNICATE WITH THE GREAT SPIRIT. WE HAVE RESPECT FOR HIM AND HIS POWER. - George Martin THE PIPE CARRIER George Martin grows on you. He is a quiet, inner sort of man, and he slowly draws you into his circle. George Martin is a Chippewa Indian, dedicated to the old ways, and to passing them along to his children and to other Native Americans. He is seated on a bench in the woods, talking, listening, sharing his place with a visitor. When it becomes quiet, the sounds of birds, the wind, chattersquirrels, fill the air. "We pray to Mother Nature about once a day," he is saying, the calm, assured voice wrapping auound his visitor. "She's the one that gives us life. "She's the one we are going back to. We come from her and that's what we go back to. She provides us with warmth, fire. We respect her because she does all that for us." Martin sits next to a teepee he errects every summer, canvas stretched over cedar poles. He sits on ground used for numerous ceremonies, for gatherings of Indians from all around. To the Native Americans of the Grand Rapids area, Martin is a traditionalist, a pipe carrier, a man in touch with the spiritual. He knows. Outwardly, Geroge Martin is not what you might expect in such a leader. He is machine operator at Rockwell International in Allegan County, a job he's had 22 years. The guys there call him "chief'- a nickname Martin doesn't mind. "They don't mean any disrespect by it. It's a good shop." He lives in a flat-roofed concreteblock home on an isolated road in Allegan Co. The country is dotted with trailer homes and sagging frame houses, giving it the look of a backwoods section in Appalachia. It is sparsely populated and that is precisely why Martin chose to live there. He owns four acres near the Little \ Rabbit River, woods, water-and not a neighbor in sight. "I like the land here, he says simply. It is not too unlike the land where he grew up, the Lac Court Oreilles Indian Reservation in Northwest Wisconsin, a land of water,pine trees and few people. His father, a veteran of World War I, was a police officer on the reservation. His mother raised the family, and Martin remembers tagging along with uncles from his mother's side. He learned how to hunt and fish, and watched dance ceremonies and other rituals. But his father insisted he attend Catholic schools and church. George Martin dutifully complied. " I went to Catholic schools all through grade school. I had no disrespect for them. But there was something missing after I grew up. I stopped going to church." Martin left the reservation when he was 17 and joined the Air Force. He served 10 years, including tours in Korea and Okinawa. He spent the last six years in Michigan, and it was in Oscoda that he met his wife Sydney Marie, a Potawatomi. The couple has four children. The youngest, Shannon, is a sophomore at Hopkins High School, a star basketball player, and an excellent student. "See that report card?• 1says Martin as he takes a visitor through his home. The visitor looks, and sees virtually all A's. All his children, Martin explains, are schooled in traditional Indian ways. For Martin, the return began about 20 years ago. "I started going to Indian ceremonies," Martin remembers. "The sunrise ceremonies, the sweat lodge, it started coming back. I was too small to really understand it when I was growing up." Martin attended pow-wows. He became a traditional dancer-but first he had to teach himself how to dance. "I started thinking it up," Martin explains. "I saw them dancing when I was a child but I never danced at home. "You try to tell a story about something that happened before, or maybe a hunt you went on or a battle you had been in. You express it with your body. It gives you a real peaceful feeling." �them out. Martin is now recognized as a pipe carrier NOVEMBER 1985 - a spiritualist - by local Native Americans. The evening air was cool but the He considers it a sacred honor. "I take i t seriously. It means I can help my atmosphere at the Ghost Supper was my people," he says. warm and inviting) the aroma of He fashioned the ceremonial dance out-fit he uses himself, including the headdress which f.ood was pleasing to everyone· is topped by eagle feathers. It was a pleasent feeling to see "People think we worship the eagle, he says, . . fingering a feather. "We cherish him. so many from the community partic 1 -we have respect for him, and that goes way back. pate in the remembrance of All A long time ago, people wanted to get in touch with the great Spirit. They talked to Souls Days. different birds but the eagle was the only one that could fly that high and communicate with Jeanette St. Clair, Fred Chivis, the Great Spirit. Jr. and Rev. Dejay Elk opened with "We have respect for him and his power." Martin talkson, the quiet, soothing voice prayer and remembrance of the against the melody of the woods. His deceased. visitor, entranced, begins to understand. The (150) people "'ho attended Taken from GR Press 10/2'l/85 and enjoyed t he fellowship of good GHOST SUPPER 1985 friends: The Elders of the community were recognized and shown the respect due, they had their own tables and were the first to be served. Without the co-operation of volunteers and donations, we could not have had such a gathering. We extend our Thanks and appreciation to GRITC, John Zaken, Wag Wheeler, Carol Downs,Georgianna Martell, Linda Wheeler, Angie Yob and to all others who helped. THE PIPE CARRIER con'd As a young man, Martin learned traditional ways from a couple of men, Charles "Moose" Pamp, an Indian traditionalist and Eddie Benton Oenet, a medicine man from Minneapolis-St. Paul who has ir.fulenced a lot of Michigan Mative Americans. "Eddie had quite a bit of influence on my life," says Martin. "He always had respect for Indian values and carried ----------------------------------------- J'.berirY:J out t~ Win::Jow wt:bh w;de a.rd e"~ ropi-rq to hLS eLCjh'b ~ i ~ee ::o.n!d ny reindeer. lhe ~N o~ e,hritrn:l~ e-Je and seeif'ICJ ~he ~-.:eii&nent of the '/OU~~,-t~f'\S on Chri~t mos cbV ard 1he arorro c-9 'Plre .P;11~ ihe rcvse. An oti m-e_mory cf C.,hr1~ ~ (Yl'J heUJ'i. -P lot..U5 i;hro~h �GREETINGS FROM THE SENIOR PROGRAM Welcome back, Elders, it is nice to see everyone again. We hope you all enjoyed your summer. Lunches started October 22 nd and they will continue until the _ end of May of 1986. We still have the same schedule as last year; 11:30 AM on Tuesday and . Thursday. Special Events and activities will be announced and posted. HAPPINESS: A quilt was generously donated by Grace Mulholland to our Senior Program. The quilt will be raffled and the proceeds will be used on our lunch program. Thanks again Grace for yourkind donation. Tickets for the drawing are 3 for $1.00. The Elders had a 50/50 raffle the week of Nov. 11th, profit was $42.50. They extend their THANKS to CHRIS SHOMIN for the fantastic job of selling so many tickets. The winner was LOU BURROWS. ------------- ---Last year during the Holiday season> we held raffles and sold different articles . in hopes we could raise $500.00. Well, we raised $325.oo. BUT we're not giving up, we are going to go after that $500.00 again this year. We hope you buy tickets for raffles or you may donate money. REMEMBER you can DEDUCT ANY DONATION ON YOURTAXES. Most of all, you will be helping the ELDERS of our community and with more funds, they could par-take in mor e outside activities. Give Luella or Margaret a call 774-8331. SENIORS: If you need transportation Drawing will be held at the Elder~ Thanksgiving potluck dinner. for lunches or if you have other needs] PLEASE CALL IN. Dinner will be held Nov. 21st. Sylvia Swanson was the celebrity at lunch Thursday, November 14th. 5ENIOR EVENTS: She sat and smiled pretty for a United Way G.R. Press advertisment. December 19, 1985 - Christmas Potluck Dinner - 12:00 (noon) We have a new driver; most of you are now familiar with our new and all around helper;, for those of you who have not had the pleasure, her name is Carol Downs, (Voluntee r in the Senior Program). A Dept. of Social Service worker (Roseanna Martell), will be stationed in the Senior Room on Tuesday and Thursday of each week. She is available for emergency transportation for Seniors of the community and also for other Outreach needs. We also would like to extend a BIG THANK-YOU to Roseanna for the delicious Honey Baked Ham - which she donated to the lunch program. --------------------- Because of Holidays: NO LUNCHES week of December 22, 1985 and December 29, 1985. We will meet again for our first lunch of 1986 on January 7, 1986. -------------------------------Native American Education Program office hours: Monday thru Friday From 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Room 241 West Middle School 615 Turner N. W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 �We., the. .6ta66 06 the. �A SHORT OVERVIEW OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Some Characteristics of Victims _ Withdrawal from social activities not listen .to his .advice - Appears to have a duel personality at times Loss of self-esteem - Depression - Unable to go anywhere or do anything without the intimate partner Physical signs of injury; bruises, cuts stiffness, broken bones _ Anxiety, stress Abuse of drugs or alcohol - Unable to keep appointments - Never given access to money, transportation, telephone - Inaccurate physical self-image - May take frustrations out on children Thinks of suicide, history of sucide attempts - Strongly believes in sex-role sterotypes - History of family violence SOME CHARACTERISTICS OF ABUSERS - History of family violence _ Mother was battered by his father - Displays violence publicly - Plays with guns, knives and uses them to protect himself against others - Loses his temper frequently and easily - abuse of drugs or alcohol - Commits acts of violence against objects and things - Di.splays an unusual amount of jealously when his partner does not listen to his advise - Requires knowledge of partners whereabouts, use of partners free time - Becomes enraged when his partner does There is a sense of overkill in his cruelty and his kindness - Strongly believes in sex-role stereotypes SOME CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILDREN FROM VIOLENT FAMILIES - Stress Abuse of drugs or alcohol Running away from home Excessive concern about parents location/well-being Guilt Sudden drop in grades/achievement Withdrawal from social activities Hanging around school/church; not wanting to go home Uses violence to resolve problems with peers Develops low frustration level Bargains with parents Abusive towards animals Suicide attempts or thoughts of killing parents High absentee rates from school Taken the the Battered Woman, Lenore Walker. Family Advocates, Inc. REMEMBRANCE OF THE DEAD Leona Bush Levi Keogima Joseph V. King Gladys Sands Eleanor Bosin Oliver McSandy Baby Julie Raphael Clifton Schoonmaker Tillie John Jack Beall 1984-85 �RESPECT AND REMEMBERANCE OF THE DEAD THE ALL SOULS SUPPER JOE JOHN Reverence and rememberance of the deceased has been an enduring tradition among Indians in this land. One of the most long standing of these traditions is the Ghost Supper, which originally was called the All Souls Supper. This brief article will attempt to describe how this tradition was practiced among the Little Traverse Band of Ottawas and Chippewas in the 1930's as I remember it. My grandmother, Mary Gibson, passed t~is tradition on to me and I practiced it until I left home.~ The All Souls Supper was a ritual tradition in which Indians paid respect and remembered those members who had died. This ritual tradition parallels in many ways the Christian, especially Roman Catholic tradition, of remembering their dead. ihe All Souls Supper was held annually during the first four days of November. The elders of each family invited the guests to come to their home and eat. Each family invited was supposed to represent a particular deceased member of the inviting elder's immediate family. Each invited guest was told which deceased member he or she represented. Once the guests were seated, my grandmother before the meal was served, would take a small portion of each serving and place it in the fire of the wood burning sto~e. This offering of food into the fire was accompanied by an invitation for each of the deceased members remembered to come and share in the meal. After this offering the meals were then served. When everyone had finished eating my grandmother would reset the table and set out another complete serving of food. She would cover the table setting with a table cloth. This ~1as done to allow those deceased family members who might have been forgotten to come and eat during the night. My grandmother and the elders actually believed that they heard the table rattle when they awoke during their sleep as the deceased members came to eat. It was from this belief that this tradition came to be called the Ghost Supper. lt was also during these first four days of November that another ritual tradition showing respect to one's family deceased members was practiced. The graves of the deceased were redecorated. The Indians took multi-colored crepe paper and fashioned them into flowers. These crepe paper flowers were placed in the form of a wreath on the wooden crosses which marked each grave. The wooden crosses which had weathered or were deteriorating were replaced with new crosses. One time my grandmother was questioned by a non-Indian as to her belief that decea sed sou ls really came to ea t . She responded with this question to the doubting questio ner, "Do you actuall y believe that your deceased come up to smell the flower s which you pl ace on their grav es on Memorial Day or Decoration Day?" , �The great annual Feast of the Ottawas at L-Arbre Croche known as Tu-sam wung occurred on the eve of All Saints' Day. When the early missionaries first came to this country, they realized the futility of trying to induce the Indians to give up at once their superstitions and wild demonstrations of grief over the death of their friends and loved ones. A sort of a compromise was made by uniting and participating with the church in its celebration of All Saints' Day. The celebration really began on Halloween. For on that day, the Indian hosts set-up kettles and pushed pies into the ovens for the big dinners that were to be given during the next two days. For this celebration, the Indians spared no expense. They entertained lavishly even though to do so left the hosts penniless. Although in the near future, the Indians might be cold and _starving, they did not save a thing for themselves. Those who gave the feast invited one person for each dead relative they had, besides other guests and friends. These especially favored ones were supposed to personify the departed relatives who ~hat were buried under the white crosses or cobblestone markers in the cemetery. The more they ate the better pleased were the host and hostess. The Indians incur all this expense that they may make the souls of the departed happy and the Indians believe that they can only secure happiness for the departed souls by this generous act. The ancient Indians believed that they had two souls. One they thought made the long trip to the spirit world and was no longer interested in the affairs of this life. The other soul, they believed, remained earthbound. It was for the latter soul that they prepared the rich feast. Food was placed on the graves. If it had disappeared in a fe" days, the Indians regarded its disappearance as a token that the dead were pleased and had eaten i t . On the other hand, i f at the end of a certain time, the food remained there, the Indians said that the spirits were angry and that another feast must be given to satisfy them. Author Unknown �YOU CAN DO IT HOW TO GET OUT OF THE DEBT TRAP payments for creditors--include all but your rent or mortage. If that total payment figure is more than 20 per Have you fallen into the debt trap? If so, you are not alone. Many families suffer from out-of-control credit card charges and loans. Credit counselors say that getting out cent of your monthly take-homepay, don't charge any more. In fact, for some house- holds--such as those with low incomes, many family members or a relatively new mortage, 20 percent may be too high. of debt is one of the toughest money problems and may take two or three years. Somebody has said that the membership of every organization is made Extension specialists at Michigan State up of 4 kinds of bones. University offer these tips for cutting debt load: There are wishbones - who spend all their time wishing someone else GO COLD TURKEY. CUT UP YOUR CREDIT CARDS OR PUT THEM AWAY IN YOUR SAFE DEPOSIT would do the work. There are jawbones who do all the BOX. talking but little else, THIS MAY BE THE ONLY WAY YOU CAN PAY There are knuckle bones, who knock everyt~ing everybody else may doAnd finally, there are backbones who get under the load and do the OFF YOUR OLD DEBTS WITHOUT ADDING NEWS ONES. Channel any "found money" directly to creditors. Any money you get in addition to your regular income - such as a tax refund, a pay raise, overtime pay or a gift - should go directly to the lenders. Cut other expenses ruthlessly and use the excess to pay off old debts or avoid new charges. Redirect cash from the nonessential to the essentials that you would otherwise charge. Deciding just exactly where to cut is an individual or family matter, but some common targets include excessive entertainment (but do not cut it all out), long-distance phone calls, eating out or cable television. To figure out just how much you can afford to charge is easy. Total up your monthly work. There are neck bones, who are unafraid to stick out their necks, take the risks, take an unpopular stand because it is right, knowing full well that there are those people only too willing to chop that neck off. �COMMITTEE MEETING OF UNIT 4 NMOA On October 10, 1985 a committee meeting of the NMOA Unit IV was held at the GRITC. At 7:15 P,M. the meeting was called to order by Joe John, the chairperson of Unit IV. Ten Unit IV members and four guests were present, Joe Genia was the guest speaker and his presentation to the group was on his alternative plan to the Minneapolis Plan on the Land Claims Award of 1972, When he was in Minneapolis he was informed the amount of principle plus interest to be 34 million dollars at this time, In an introduction, Joe Genia informed the group that he knew Waunita Dominic, met with her a number of times and in 1980 served on the NMOA executive board. He stated he had an office in Muskegon and there were incurred expenses that needed to be met. One of the ways to raise money to off-set these expenses was through the sale of membership cards, the price of which was raised to $5.00. card, Joe Genia stated, allows one to exercise Treaty Rights. one year. Everyone is eligible to receive a card. to pay for a card, the fee can be waived. to vote. This The card is good for If an individual cannot afford It is also not necessary to have a card At the 1985 Petoskey Council Meeting it was persons with cards who were counted when voting took place. Joe Genia stated in his hard files he has 2500 mem- bers whose descendents can be traced to the Durant Roll. Joe Genia, then, went on to explain how his alternative plan to 100% distribution came about. He did go to court regarding Treaty Rights (hunting and fishing). He is interested in preserving the Treaty Relationship between the Ottawa/Chippewa Nation and the U. S. Government. zens. it should be handed down from one generation to another. money is tied to treaty rights. water rights. Nation. This is part of the benefit due us as Ottawa CitiHe feels the claim He does not wish to see the loss of mineral and Joe Genia feels it is his job to protect and perpetuate the Ottawa He also wishes to enhance the Ottawa's position in the Great Lakes area. �Page 2 Joe Genia year. propos~s to let the Judgment Claim Funds interest accumulate for one The accrued interest would be distributed to the first designated group plus 6% of the awards money. The interest from the interest would, again, accrue and it would again be distributed to the next designated group plus the 6%. take about six years to pay off the different groups. This would With the remaining interest land in Oceana County that was to have been for the Ottawas would be purchased. There would be a housing and health care development in this designated area. In this wa¥ the interest will generate funds to help perpetuate the Ottawa nation and generations to follow. The groups with whom Joe Genia has met to present his plan has been small groups in Traverse City, Manistee and Petoskey. Joe John suggested that regional meetings be held so that as many persons as possible can be informed, Joe Genia said that a general meeting was being planned in Muskegon sometime in January, 1986. During Joe Genia's presentation the following questions and comments were directed to him by Mike Dominic, Joe John, Elaine Tuffelmire and Emily Duly, Robin Menefee, and Ron Yob. Joe John has been a member of the NMOA for many years, yet he was not allowed to vote at the NMOA council meeting in June 1985 because he did not have a paid up membership card. ~ho is making all the decisions regarding the new plans? is non-reservation. 80% of the populace The new plans are not the will of the people. listen to the total number of people. chose to be organized. Congress will Non-reservation Indians and Unit #4 do not All they want is their money. Your plans and ideas are good and they are noble. but they are not real. Give the Indians what is coming to them, but let each one do with his/her money that is gotten from their full payment from the government as he/she chooses. If persons wish t o contribute to Joe Genia's plan, then let them do so after they personally receive their full share. Ind ian Persons will retain their identity. tion is not ti ed into money or land . This reten- �Page j There is conflict in the leadership. few persons know what is going on. Yes, there is a credibility problem. Persons just want their money. Too When they get it, let them invest it. A leader is needed who is interested in his people from his heart. Where are you coming from with these plans and who is backing you? There are four groups who should be met with and consulted - Bay Mills, Sault Ste. Marie, Grand Traverse and the descendents group. 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Wagner Wheeler Loretta Yount GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President---------------George Martin Vice President--------------John Hart Secretary----------------Mary Roberts Treasurer------------Fred Chivis, Jr. Sgt.-At-Arms------------------Ron Yob Member--------------David Shananaquet Member------------------Sydney Martin Member-----------------Roger Williams Member--------------------Debra Gibbs HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN OCTOBER: TO NAME A FEW: Jesse Arizola, Mary Smith, Tracey Dougherty, Dorothy D. Boda, Mark Rueckert, Mary Smith, John King, Mary Peters, Tyrone Raphael, Robert Sheahan, David Yount, Sharon Winter 1 Duane T. Wesaw, A. N. Wesaw) Jeanette Pierce, Shirley Chamberlain, Terri Leaureaux, Ronnie Judson, Gary Shomin, June Bug, Paul Terpenning, Eugene Chisholm, Barbara Toothman, Nancy Sheneman, Joyce Hinkle, Chris and Jeremy Anderson, Hunter Genia Please inform us if your address has changed. We need to know the old and the new address and both zip codes. & NOVEMBER 1985 We would like to announce to the community that GRITC is acquiring (2) computers for educational programs. While the program is not fully developed our intent is to help anyone or their children improve Math and Reading skills. If there are fees to participate, the fees will be on a sliding scale based on income family size, and academic levels. Persons interested are encouraged to send name and address for further information. J. Wagner Wheeler, Executive Director. SENIOR LUNCHES STARTED. LUNCHES WILL BE SERVED EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY. THE HEALTH NURSE IS AT G.R. INTERTRIBAL EVERY TUESDAY FROM 9:00 AM TO 1:00 PM NEED A RIDE TO A.A.? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE! A BIRTHDAY IN NOVEMBER: TO NAME A FEW: Frosty Chandler, CONTACT: TONI Robin King, Mary Sandoval, Larry King, AT 774-8331 John Tadgerson, Pete Recollect, Bea Bailey, C. J. Robinson, John Zakem, MONDAY AND THURSDAY James Brown, Dennis Bush, Phillip 9:30 AM 5:00PM Chippewa, Diane Leaureaux, Jon Medawis, Linda Wheeler, Kathy Bowen, Erica Smith, CALL AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE!!!! Jessia Smith, Don Bowen, Jr., Marie Nedacco, Julie Shananaquet, Colby How beautiful a day can be when Genereaux, Jr., A-Dawa-Qua Pontiac, James M. Genia. kindness touches it. �A SHORT OVERVlEW OF DEMEsTIC VIOLENCE another family , By Luan Gilbert, DCABW is considered a closet issue. Domestic violence has been a tradition in counselors and therapists hesitate to Violence within a family Even many families for an incredibly long time. ask about violence or try to help a This tradition is resistant to change, family change this behavior. tenacious, and a well kept family secret. decisions have often maintained the In fact, many domestic violence families invest an enormous amount of time and social value of family privacy. In 189G, the Supreme Court of North Carolina put energy into keeping this a secret. legal sanction on wife abuse by acquit- How common is wife abuse? ting a man of beating his wife and choos- According to FBI statistics, a woman is ing to ignore the entire episode with battered every 18 seconds in the U.S. the following excuse " •. It is better to Legal experts figure that wife abuse is draw the curtain, shut out the public qne of the most under reported crimes in gaze, and leave the parties to forget the country - even more under reported and forgive." than rape, which the FBI estimates is ten times more frequent than statistics 2. Many individuals and families 1n our society maintain the standards of behav- would indicate. ior learned in traditional, rigid sex Acccrding to one study, 60% of all Amer- role socialization. ican couples are involved in some form of should be in control of his family. wife abuse. is in charge, is not to be questioned Majory Fields, a New York City attorney, on his decision, and has a right to use reports that of 500 women represented in physical force in order to discipline divorce action in Brooklyn in 1976, 57.4% his partner if she misbehaves according complained of physical assaults by their to his expectations. husbands. women has learned to be passive an nut- Over 40% of police injuries and over 22% uring, and to take responsibility for of police deaths occur in the line of his unhappiness. duty on family dispute calls. better (i.e. more compliant) wife, then Why do families tolerate and even perpet- everything would be all right. uate the tradition of family violence? 3. 1. in their efforts to disengage from a Our society tends to believe that Our legal That is, that a man He Likewise, the If she would be a The legal system has not aided women family matters are private matters and violent situation. that outsiders have no right to meddle. legitimized battering. Families should not hang out their dirty rule of thumb indicated that a husband linen and few people feel comfortable had "the right to whip his wife provided asking about what they see happening in that he used a switch no biggern than his thumb." Indeed, it has often The common law Pennsylvania had a law �A SHORT OVERVIEW Continued use of alcohol affects his self control indicating that no husband should beat his andallows him to be more destructive. wife after 10:00 p.m. on Sundays. Although there is no typical battered Women who attempt to bring charges against women because each person is unique, their abusers, try to enforce restraining there are some characteristics shared orders against their abusers, or who try by many battered women. She often be- to keep these abusers from gaining custody lieves in the traditional family and in of the children in divorce proceedings, traditional female sex-role expectations. often feel that indeed laws are made pri- That is, she learned that her role is marily by male legislators, pleaded and that of a compliant, nuturing, support- interpreted -mostly by male judges and ive wife. lawyers, and enforced by a predominantly batterer's actions. male police force. the blame. 4. only she were a better cook, a better Domestic violence will continue as She feels responsible for the She internalizes He wouldn't be so mad if long as men are taught that violence is mother, etc. an acceptable way to express their anger his anger is appropriate behavior for a and an acceptable way to problem solve. man. Barbara Starr, who teaches at the Univer- to strike out at her and the children. sity of Southern California, reports that She believes in the myth of battering 73% of male abusers come from families relationships (That she must be masoch- where their fathers beat their mothers. istic, that she could get out if she Violence is a learned behavior. really wanted to, etc.) and that no one The She often has learned that It's okay for men to get angry and family tradition continues. can understand her or help her. The domestic violence family 1s usually a denies the terror and anger around the very isolated family. abuse. Almost all of the She She often was originally attr- women who come to shelters report that acted to this man because she felt afraid they feel isolated from both family and of dealing with the world. friends. She learned All members of the family suffer that the real world is too overwhelming from low self esteem. It is also common for a women to face alone. She needs to find illnesses that are directly re- someone to protect her. lated to severe stress reactions. in control of his life, his surroundings, Al- He seemed to be though statistics vary considerably, a and be able to take care of her. significant number of abusers use alcohol control, however, becomes very restrict- extensively. ive until it serves to suffocate her. The intake of alcohol does not initiate violent behavior, but a She 1s often very passive in the world, person who is violent becomes more violent but is strong at home. in his behavior when he is drinking. This The Her strength 1s evident to us - she is strong enough to �A SHORT OVERVIEW Continued not win a peace prize at home , In one keep from getting killed, and strong enou- interview she stated: "Yes, he's a good gh to carry on with day to day tasks in husband, he only beats me once a week." spite of great physical and psychological What keeps women in abusive relation- stress. She is a survivor. She often has ships? been the victim of sexual abuse as a young Most abused women are financially depwoman - either molestation, incest or rape.endent on their abuser. If she were to Again, although there is no typical batter-leave this man, how could she support ing man, many have some characteristics in herself and her children? common. Often he is He usually learned the tradition- her sole source of income. al male role. That is, he learned that If she does have marketable skills, they are usually he sould be the head of the family, make for minimum wage jobs, and the thought the decisions, earn the real money and of supporting herself and her children generally be in charge. with a low paying job or the thought of This also gives him the right to use physical force on his being on AFDC is too frightening or dewife and children to discipline them when grading so she chooses to remain in her they are wrong in their ways. abusive situation. He often She usually exper- has trouble identifying or talking about iences emotional dependence as well as his feelings. financial dependence. He has trouble tolerating Her abuser is a frustration and has a pattern of blaming very important person in her life, the others for his problems. person with whom she is the most inti- from low self esteem. He too, suffers He often severely mate. Abusers are not abusive all of limits freedom of movement for his wife. the time. He can be very good to her at He wants to know where she is and is times. jealous of other people in her life. hopes that the bad times will stop and Most abusers come from families where the good times will grow. their fathers physically abused their women has no support from her biological She relishes the good times and mothers and many of them suffered physical family to leave. Often the She is told that every and/or psychological abuse as a child. marriage has problems or the familiar He learned as a child that domestic viol- "you made your bed, now lay in it", in ence is a part of a family system and his addition to receiving the message that children will learn this from him. all children need a father. Many abusers are very successful in their women have strong religious beliefs in- careers and appear charming to people di.eating that they must stay in a outside their home. marriage regardless of any detrimental Eisaku Sato, who was Other fromer prime minister of Japan, was plysical or psychological ramifications awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1974. for her or her children. His wife, however, revealed that he would are convinced that if they leave their Other women �A SHORT OVERVIEW Continued the following addition: relationship, the abuser will kill them. They believe that the only way to insure the safety of their children and themselves is to stay in the marriage. Another may be afraid that she will lose A new section 6 to be added which states "The share of the decendant gr,mp shall be one hundred percent (100%) distributed per capita by the "Secretary'', in equal sums, to all qualified persons enrolled." Respectfully, not only her status as a wife, but that the father of the children can prove that she is an unfit mother and she will lose custody of the children also. Jeanette St. Clair *************** * ···· ** Almost every battered woman suffers from very low self esteem and has learned to take much of the blame for her batterer's violence. This means that she is willing to stay in the relationship, try harder to make it work, and hope that some day her marriage will be peaceful. It also means that the children are learning that violence is an integral part of family life. ********************* Q' GREAT SPIRIT, "Whose voice 1. bear in the wi11ds. And whose i>re11t!J git>e> life lo all the world. bear me! J am small and weak. ] >ieed )' Our strength aid 1visdom . NORTHERN MICHIGAN OTTAWA ASSOCIATION UNIT #4 - SUMMARY MINUTES JULY 27, 1985 ATTENDANCE: The meeting was attended by LET ME 'X; ALK IN BEAUTY, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple ;unset. over 45 Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. MAKE MY H.~"1DS respect 'the '. ~, ings you have made and my ears sharp to hea~ your voice. Mr. Alvin Picotte from the Michigan branch MAKE of the Bureau of Indian Affairs was also present. The meeting was chaired by Joe John, the Chairman of Unit #4. PURPOSE: The purpose of the meeting was .~1E W1sE so that I may ·; ·.derstand the thin!(S you have taught my pee p ;.<:. LET ME LEAR' the lessons yo>:- ' 1-iave hidden in every leai and rock. I SEEK STRE..; GTH, brother but tO not t0 be c:: ':.< ter than my iight my f: Teate"- to discuss and act on the proposed distri- enern y - myself. bution plans for Dockets No. 18E and 58 MAKE .\ ·I E AL \\·.ns RE A DY to c. •"'ie to you with clean hands an d straight eyes for the Ottawa & Chippewa Indians of Mich. SUMMARY: A motion was made and unanimously passed to approve the Minneapo1is Plan as it was developed during conference held in Minneapolis June 6-7, 1984 with So WHEs LIFE FADES , my spirit may come to witbc>ilt shame . a.< the ;,:.: .11g sunset , Yull �I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 111 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I October 1985 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 111 I I I I I I I I I I I I I 111 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 11 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I A TRADITIONAL NAMING AND MARRIAGE CEREMONY AT THE PORT HURON PRAYER GATHERING (SEP'f'EMBER 13 AND 14, 1985) (EDITOR'S NOTE: As promised to our readers in our September, 1985 issue of the Council Drum News, we are continuing our report of the other events that took place at the important Ceremonial Prayer Gathering and the coming of the "LITTLE BOY DRUM" to southeastern Michigan. We feel the importance of these multiple events are indicative of the growing demands for traditional ways among the urban-Native American people of Michigan) By way of introduction into the "other events," we would like to clarify the naming tradition for our non-Native readers who are not familiar with this custom~ According to traditional beliefs shared by a growing number of urban Native Americans, the importance of having a traditional name is of strict religious significance to the individual. Some believe it establishes a means of Spiritual communication with Grandfather, and without a so called "Indian-Name," Spiritual communication would be incomplete. This explanation is of course an over simplification of more involved and deeply rooted Ojibway traditions. It is often among second and third generation urban Native Amer;cans of this century that traditional naming has been absent into adulthood and is consequently now being sought by more and more people who are rediscovering and adopting the fullness and importance of their rich heritage. Such are the circumstances for Phil and Merri Memberto who received traditional names in ceremony conducted by Eddie Benton Benai (Chippewa) Spiritual Leader and Fourth Degree (Bear Clan) Medi-Priest of St. Paul, Minnesota. Finally, a pre-requisite to the desire for an "Indian-Name" is to make known that wish with a traditional Spiritual Leader willing to undertake that request. Usually a year or more is required to allow sufficient time for a "vision-quest" on the part of the "Name-Giver" who will finally announce when the actual ceremony can take place. Sometimes the announcement is delayed so as to become a part of another gathering, such as was the case of Phil and Merri Mem.berto. Another aspect of the Naming-Ceremony is the selection of four (4) "Sponsors." The selection and acceptance by the "Sponsor" is considered a great honor. By accepting, the "Sponsor" agrees to assist his or her host in everyway possible throughout their lifetimes. The Sponsors were: PHIL'S SPONSORS: 1. FR.A..~ BUSH 2. JERRY PIGEON 3. DAVID MC CULLOUGH 4. WALLY HALL MERRI'S SPONSORS: 1. BETTY PAMP 2. VIRGINIA PIGEON 3. GLORIA MC CULLOUGH 4. RUTH ANN CHIVIS With the "Sponsors" for each host standing to one side of their host, the "Name-Giver" described how he prayed, meditated and otherwise sought instructions from Grandfather and the Spirits and was finally given insight to a name for that individual. In this instance (for Phil) the name came in two separate visions. The candidate was thus turned to face each of the Four Spiritual Directions so that "They" would know the person receiving the new name. This �October 1985 llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll was followed by a Pipe-Ceremony and prayer. Each Sponsor then expressed their appreciation and honor as a Sponsor and pledged support in times of need to their Host. Finally all of the guests in the beautiful Ceremonial Lodge were invited to place Cedar and/or Tobacco on the sacred Ceremonial Fire and congratulate "STANDING BUFFALO~ - PHIL MEMBER.IQ The nearly similar ceremony followed for Merri, and with her Sponsors also . making their statements of honor and pledges of life long support the ceremony concluded with the seventy-five of more guests also giving thaiiks to Grandfather and congratulating -"LITTLE SPRUCE" -- MERRI MEMBER.TO I believe it would be hard for anyone experiencing these events and not feel the whole episode as a "window" into the part of a culture still immensely rich in Spiritual well-being. There in the subdued light of the great-lodge, with it's sturdy skeletal-like frame work so well built in the tradition of old, and the air bluish from the Sacred-Fire as it lazily curled up to the smoke-hole leaving behind it's scent of Sacred Cedar and Tobacco was indeed soul-inoving! There amid the chants and prayers and in their colorful traditional clothes stood Phil and Merri, each in their turn. And but for a matter of a calendar telling us it was Saturday morning, September 14,.1985, it could well have been a September morning two or three hundred years agot * THE MARRIAGE CEREMONY As the final "other-event" of the Port Huron Prayer Gathering was the traditional marriage of Phil and Merri Memberto who incidently were already man and wife by a civil-law marriage. Also again, both bride and groom required four Sponsors each, and because of their earlier naming ceremony they were able to have the same Sponsors for their wedding as well. It was Phil's duty to build a FIRE which ceremonially represented that he would always be responsible for providing a home for his wife and family and to keep them warm. He also had a wooden bowl with FOOD in it to represent his responsibility of providing his family with food. Merri's symbol was a wood-bowl with WATER in it which represented her as one who would always be there to bring life and to prepare the food for her family. Medi Priest Benai then called both Phil and Merri together before the groom's FIRE and announced that they had come here to join their lives in the Spiritual presence of Grandfather and the Spirits of the Four Directions. The guests were all asked to stand as prayers were then given in Ojibway. One significant part of the Pipe-Ceremony came when Medi Priest Benai held the Pipe before Standing Buffalo and Little Spruce, stem upward, both bride_; and groom each put one hand on the Pipe as the Priest prayed in Ojibway. 'Fhe pipe was then offered to the Four-Directions so that the Spirits of the Four-Directions would recognize the newly joined lives. The Pipe was then shared with each of the eight Sponsors. Following this, Phil gave Merri food from his bowl and she in turn gave him water from her bowl. They then shared the symbolic food and water with their Sponsors. Phil to Merri's Sponsors, and Merri to Phil's Sponsors. �I I I I II I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I II October 1985 111111e1a1111eJ111taa11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 111111111111111111 Unlike a Chamokmon marriage there is no "I pronounce you man and wife," rather the entire ceremony progressively seals that bond. In fact it is said of a traditional marriage that "IT IS FOR LIFE." Should one die, the survivor must mourn for a period of one year and not re-marry for four(4) more years. A huge "give-away" was then held for the seventy-five or more guests who had been seated in a semi-circle throughout the ceremony. It was the bride and groom's way of sharing their good fortune and thanking all of the guests. As a final expression of appreciation the newlyweds hosted a huge feast which had been in preparation from early morning by the bride and her helpers. Surely there are as many variations in traditional tribal marriages as there are different tribes. However, the joining of two lives in a natural setting of lush green plants for a carpet; surrounded by the greenery of the close by forest; the pleasing smell of an outdoor fire; a friendly caressing wind; a sunny blue sky all combined to give this traditional marriage a dimension very much in harmony with the Spirits of the Natural environment. Surely Grandfather received the "Sacred-Smoke" of the Wedding-Fire and the many prayers sent to Him. * (EDITOR'S P.S. The reason for no pictures with ~his report is because we have none! Perhaps the complete ban on picture-taking at the Port Huron Prayer Gathering "may have been intended to make these events live in our hearts rather than remain a visual record of less than meaningful proportions of what took place in an atmosphere of religious sanctity!) TAKEN FROM -COUNCIL DRUM NEWS - GRAND VALLEY AMERICAN INDIAN LODGE - VOL. 17, NO. l ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------GRAND VALLEY INDIAN LODGE - ARTS & CRAFT CLASS (TIME: 6:45 PM - 8:45PM) THE 2ND THURSDAY OF EACH - NO CHARGE - FOOD & NUTRITION ROOM ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SENIOR'S POTLUCK - NOVEMBER 21, 1985 - THURSDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------• �WITH LOVE AND A BLESSING* By Father Joseph C. Martin Whatever your feelings may be, first acquire proper attitudes. If you want to help someone, you wi 11 be severely hampered if your feelings toward that person are clouded by bitterness or resentment. It is difficult to help people who know you despise the~. We are not put here in order to judge; we are put here to love one another. And loving is simply giving what we have to give. To do this sincerely is to take the first step in helping the alcoholic. Next, we learn to recognize the disease of alcoholism through a knowledge of its symptoms. You can't help a person with alcoholism unless you can see that he or she has it. The child gets to the heart of the matter by simply saying "my daddy drinks too much." All the other symptoms are the results of drinking too much. Alcoholism is an addiction and the addictive-substance alcohol controls the alcoholic. Willpower is not enough; therapy is needed. Confront the alcoholic with the fact of the disease and offer possible solutions. Make alcoholics responsible for their actions. Every time you pick up the tab for the alcoholic, you have just paid for the next drunk. Use all of the alcoholism resources at your command. It should take a knowledgeable network of people to get the alcoholic into treatment and to get him well. Alcoholism is an illness of body, mind, emotions, and ~oul, and one person does not do the whole job of rebuilding a shattered alcoholic life. If you ever had surgery, it was indeed the surgeon who did the job. But he was not the only resource person there. He had an anesthesiologist and five or six nurses. There were people in the recovery room and a whole floor of nurses and others to help in the postoperative period. It's the same way for the alcoholic. If he is to get well and get well right he will get well all over; mind, body, emotions, and soul. In most areas of the U.S. there is at least a branch or affiliate of the National Council on Alcoholism. In practically every colTITiunity in this country there is an Alcoholics Anonymous group. In most big city settings you will find halfway houses, rehab centers and all kinds of programs. There are also individual doctors who are most knowledgeable in the treatment of the physical ailments of the alcoholic. Use all these people in the community. I want to emphasize here how helpful A.A. can be for those who are not alcoholics themselves but who want information and guidance. Although A.A. does not usually provide formal education programs, an excellent way to start learning is to attend a series of open A.A. meetings. Those who know a great deal about alcoholism have gained much of their knowledge from recovering alcoholics. All other things being equal, the recovering alcoholic has the edge of personal experience. A.A.'s companion organization, Al-Anon is almost as old as A.A .. Founded by Lois Wilson, the wife of one of the co-founders of A.A., Al-Anon is an organization of people who are suffering the effects of someone else's alcoholism; a parent, a spouse, a child or anyone close to an alcoholic. Al-Anon members will share their experience, strength and hope with anyone who wants to help another person recover. The Al-Anon philosophy is that it takes a healthy person to help someone who is sick, so they focus on their state of mind. Al-Anon is not a place where people go to talk about how miserable it is to have to live with a drunk. Members are there for their own program of recovery and can provide practical advice on how to handle the inevitable disasters that occur in alcoholic families. cont. �. It is difficult and even foolish to try to control, we will only continue to live and handle an alcoholic without help . with frustration that made us turn to AlYou may be told it is a "family problem" Anon. Once we have learned to let go of or "dirty linen" not to be aired in the problem, however, the loving concern public. But thealcoholic's"dirty linen" and help of the other members will provide is a disease for which treatment can be strong support to help us understand what found quite easily in most collll1unities. the A1-Anon program can do for us." All it takes in many cases is a phone call to get the ball rolling. The remarkable thing is that even those who go in kicking and screaming all the way have For Your Information: better than a fifty-fifty chance of recovery. The resources are availAl-Anon Family Group Information Service: 956-6166 able; find them and use them. Don't be discouraged by relapses. Now I realize I'm asking you to control feelings and that can't be done. But the fact is that alcoholism is an incurable disease thus far, and it therefore brooks of relapses. Don't be astounded when it happens. Many people are personally disappointed when a person they have been working with gets drunk. "How could he have done this to me? I gave that clown two and a half years of my time. You know how he rewarded me? He got drunk!" The only way you can respond is: "Yes. They do that!" Don't be discouraged by any success and never give up hope; even if the alcoholic does not recover, at least you tried. Althouoh we have no Al-Anon here at GRITC, there are A.A. meetings on every: With love and a blessing, ATTENTION A.A. MEMBERS!!! Father Jospeph C. Martin *From: Alcoholism &Addiction Magazine August 1985 issue tg If you are concerned about someone with a drinking problem, the Al-Anon program can help you. Al-Anon was founded by families of alcoholics who had found sobriety in A.A., but today many Al-Anon members are finding serenity despite an active drinking problem. "From the very outset we learn that we are power:tess to control the alcoholic's drinking. This is a fact that must be accepted before the newcomer can progress with the program. Until we stop trying Alcoholics Anonymous of Kent County: 454-4992 Alano Club of Kent County: 456-5709 MONOAY &THURSDAY AT 7 O'Clock p.m. until ? The Native American A.A. Group is looking for volunteers to chair our meetings. It will be on a rotation basis with other chairpersons. Contact Toni at 774-8331. DID YOU KNOW ........... . --The drug paraphenalia business is a $3 billion a year industry. --Reaction time for the motor skills, such as driving, is reduced by 41% after smoking one joint, by 63% after smoking two joints. --Alcohol abuse affects at least 4 other persons. \ �The Fall Festival" went off without a hitch. 11 There were so many nice prizes and food. Thanks to GRITC and Lexington staff. A BIG thanks to John Zakem for all his time and efforts to make this a success. Hope you're much better by the time you receive our Turtle Talk. ANYWAY People are unreasonable, illogical and se l f-t:en·t ered. Love them anyway. He is the person who does all the leg work and is responsible for the wonderful gifts that were presented to the winners. THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO DONATED DOOR PRIZES. Later that evening ther~ was a potluck to welcome everyone back to school and to the corrnnunity. A very nice turnout. Plenty of good If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish ulterior motives. Do good anyway. If you are successful, you will win false friends and true enemies. Succeed anyway. The good you do today will be forgotten tomorrow. food. Do good anyway. A big thanks to Lexington staff for doing such a nice job. Honesty and frankness make you vulnerable. Be honest and frank anyway. Bowling season is here again! The biggest men with the biggest ideas can be shot down by the smallest men with the smallest minds. The N.A. Bowlers are at Wengers on Leonard Street again every Friday evening starting at 8:00 p.m. Think big anyway. Why don't you stop by and see how the bowlers are doing and visit. CONGRATULATIONS TO Sherri Medawis and her new baby boy-9 lbs. & Liz St. Clair and her new baby girl-7 lbs. 11 oz. Sorry to hear about Leroy Hall Jr. He has been at Butterworth Hospital for the past several days with a broken leg from a car accident. Fe'ople favor underdogs, but follow only top dogs. Fight for some underdog any•,..,ay. What you spend years building may be destroyed overnight. Build anyway. • People really need help, but may attack you if you help them. Help them anyway. Give the world the best you have and you'll get kicked in the teeth. Give the world the best you've got anyway. �JTPA 85/86 The GRITC - JTPA Program will be offering a new component to eligible Native Americans who reside in Kent and Ottawa counties. include On-The-Job-Training (OJT}. Our program has expanded to In addition to OJT, we will still be offering assistance to those who want to complete their GED, 20 credits, and Diploma, Computer Training, Work Experience and Job placement.* WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR GRITC JTPA PROGRAM AND WHAT PROOF IS NEEDED: 1. Native American - Proof by the following; birth certificate, tribal membership card, judgement award letter, or is known to the contnunity as being Native American. 2. 17 years or older - Proof by the following; birth certificate, drivers license, or personal identification, and social security number. 3. Economically Disadvantaged (meaning an individual whose income is poverty level, or 70% of the lower living standard income level) - Proof needed is annualized inc0r.1e, DSS income, Social Security, Disability, or any document stating income. OR Unemployed (means an individual who is without a job and who wants and are available for work) - Proof of income by the above mentioned . OR Underemployed (meaning a person who is working part-time but seeking fulltime work; or a person who is working full-time but whose current annualized wage rate or family's current annualized income is not in excess of the poverty level or 70% of the lower living standard income level} -Proof of income by the above mentionaed. 4. Resident of Kent or Ottawa Counties - Proof will be established by any of the above documents. 5. Those males between 18 to 26 must show proof that they registered for the Draft. ·*For further infonnation, contact DAWN ANDERSON or PHILIP MEMBERTO at 45 Lexington or ROOM 4 or 774-8331. �!Vo v e~ be" 5o~ IDc.h.he.,. ~? !De.+ .,:2..8 IOe.+ 9'..J 1.JN"e4l\•c. J 4-~ .:::J_ (/'JC.'1'&.) \II ~ 1 Ioe..+. --- __.Jo ,3'9- / 'l"ftt --1JA w-.Q. e p o-1 _L -c..1. L _g__ s ff> Q, fl. 5eW\Zol\ J..~.,J.e~ I'/- I3 ~ '°"~.5 ~:30 IS /(~ -- R"" - 1S / tJ(!,I( We.sh de. (!D111pl~ lo-/ I ISeJ\iOA. !..1 JI • . l) /;i_ \Je te ~A1.1s I t>Cl.f. 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Wagner Wheeler Have you ever decided to stop drinking for Editor Loretta Yount a week or so, but only lasted for a couple of days? GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS Do you wish people would mind their own business about your drinking - stop President---------------George Martin telling you what to do? Vice President--------------John Hart Secretary----------------Mary Roberts Have you ever switched from one kind of Treasurer------------Fred Chivis, Jr. ~rink to another in the hope that this Sgt. -At-Arms-----------------Ron Yob would keep you from getting drunk? Member--------------David Shananaquet Member------------------Sydney Martin Member-----------------Roger Williams Have you had to have an eye-opener upon awakening during the past year? Member--------------------Debra Gibbs HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER. · Do you envy people who can drink without getting into trouble? Have you had problems connected with drinking during the past year? TO NAME A FEW: Earl Schoenborn, Has your drinking caused trouble at Cornelius Smith, Martin Wesaw, Jeanette St. Clair, Clifford home? • Bailey, Toni Genia, Jim Genia, Do you ever try to get "extra" drinks Rose Hunt, Maudeline McDonald, at a party because you do not get Francis Peters, Levi Koigima, Mark Wabanimkee, Teresa Shananquet. enough? And in September; Sandra Floyd, Karen Do you tell yourself you can stop M. Boda, Loretta Yount, Carl Hamilton, Rose Marsh, Jennie Bruner, Harold Shaw, drinking any time you want to, even Sean Winters, Hazel John, Louis though you keep getting drunk when Wesaw, Dorothy Medacco, Rob Herr, you don't mean to? Tom Herr, Faron Bowen, Tanya Wabinmkee, Have you missed days of work or school and Darcy Crampton. because of drinking? Please inform us your address has changed. We need to know the old and the new address and both zip codes. •- GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. Do you have "blackouts"? Have you ever felt that your life would be better if you did not drink? WHAT'S YOUR SCORE? Did you answer YES four or more times? If so, you are probably in trouble with alcohol. Why do we say this? Because thousands of people in A.A. have said so for many years. They found out the truth about themselves - the hard way. NISHNAWBE A.A. MEETS ON MONDAY &THURS. AT 7:00 PM EVERY WEEK. ALL ARE WELCOME But again, only YOU can decide whether WHO HAVE A DESIRE TO STOP DRINKING, OR you think A.A. is for you. Try to keep ARE "JUST CHECKING IT OUT. an open mind on the subject. If the answer is YES, we will be glad to show you how we stopped drinking ourselves. II "Just check it out" �As September, 1985 approaches, we are excited to announce a new program for the community. The Pre-Occupation Training program will assist 75+ people by providing exposure to various occupations and occupational training. The project is funded for one year through Part C of the Indian Education Act, Title IV. We feel the project will provide skill training and increase employment for our conmunity. Another project funded by the Grand Rapids Foundation will provide Small Business Training for 25+ individuals who have a desire to start their own busAll training and materials are free to participants. iness. Please call the center for more information. ' We're looking forward to an exciting and productive year for our conmunity. Also, let us hear from you about what you want included in Turtle Talk. J. Wagner Wheeler Executive Director "JUST FOR TODAY" Just for today, I will live only these precious 24 hours, I will focus on now. I needn't contemplate the entire tapestry of my life, I need only consider how I shall weave the pattern of today with the thread of minutes .and hours that is mine. I will cherish the day as if it were my last. Today is yesterday's much- anticipated "some day" - tonmorrow's longed-for "back when. 11 I will hug this treasure of today to my chest, and regard the wonder of it with the same joy I behold a newborn. This day is new, and so am I. Today I will not relive the past. I may look back, but I will not stare. cannot live yesteryear's glories, nor can I erase yesterday's mistakes. In retrospect, I see how each event, joyful or sad, has led me to becoming who I am today. I will view my life as a journey, and gain perspective. regret the past. but learn from it . I will not I �HE TURNS ANCIENT CRAFT INTO TODAY'S TREASURES By Joan Hess* In and out, around and around flash the brightly hued wood strips as Edmund Pigeon deftly creates colorful and handy baskets. Seated comfortably in an easy chair with his work spread out in front of him on a stool, his hands move skillfully over the woven piece Pigeon stops every now and then to caress his creation and dislodge a splinter. The weaver is a Potawatomi Indian who learned the craft from his grandparents. Pigeon has made quite a name for himself in the area selling his woven treasures. His baskets can be found in every state in the union and some foreign countries, Pigeon said. might get two or three jars of meat for a basket. Once in a whole we would get money to buy gas for our car. We traded with farmers mostly around Holl and and Gun Lake." The depress i on days are be h i n d h i m, bu t ' Pigeon still produces the baskets in the traditional way of his ancestors. Each spring Pigeon goes out into the swampy areas of Allegan State Forest and Game Area to seek out the black ash trees he uses to make basket material. He has a special permit from the state to remove the trees, he said. "Now is the best time to get wood," Pigeon said. "It works up real well. I store it up." Pigeon says rattle snakes_ and mosquitoes also inhabit the area, and while the ~1inged insects are pesky, the snakes are shy and usually slither away from him. A large basket near his work stool, holding materials and a number of smaller · · completed baskets, attests to the durability of Indian baskets. It is 200 years "I'm just a young man when I get out old, he said. there (in the woods)," the 67-year-old man said. "I'm pretty spry." Back in the early 1920's when Pigeon was a lad of 5, his grandparents would spread out a blanket and their native materials The best places to find suitable trees is along the Kalamazoo River bottoms, and begin weaving baskets. Pigeon said. "I would climb over on the blanket and would take the chips and practice weaving, 1111 Sometimes I am lucky and find them along Pig~n said. "When I made a mistake, they the edge of the swamp,"Pigeon said. would correct me." When he doesn't, he has to wade out into the water to retrieve that special tree. Pigeon didn't have much time to practice his native craft while attending the "Sometimes I go out a whole day and can't government school in Mt. Pleasant during his growing years. The school was geared find the right one,"Pigeon said. "I am kind of particular about my wood." for learning the three R's. When he grew older and nation were struggling Depression, Pigeon and ing their custom woven ance. others in the under the Great his kin were tradbaskets for sustan- We used to go out to peddle the baskets during depression time," Pigeon said. We'd trade our baskets for edibles. We To aid in his search, Pigeon cuts a little nick in a tree to find out what's inside. If the nicked piece flakes out, it is not right, but if it hangs on with stringy tentacles, Pigeon knows he has found a winner. If he does not take a tree he plugs the nick with a little mud or moss to keep �it from drying out. "The tree keeps right on growing,"Pigeon said. The felled trees have to be hand-carried out to his waiting vehicle. These days Pigeon gets help with the tree harvest from his five sons. After the trees are toted back to his 138th Street residence, Pigeon pounds on them to loosen the layers of wood. Eventually the strips are pulled apart to form the raw materials for the baskets. They are then trilTllled to an appropriate size. After his wife dyes the strips and they are thoroughly dry, Pigeon is ready to weave. "When I sit down to make a basket, 80 percent of the work is done,"Pigeon said. "The hard part is finding the black ash, bringing it out of the woods, pounding it and making the strips." The weaver can usually complete a basket in a day, he said. The product is all hand made, including the handles which are carved with special carving knives. leads to another order for the product, he said. Pigeon also donates some of his work for fund-raising raffles. Pigeon said while he has not changed his methods of making baskets over the years, he has upgraded his pricing scale. "I used to se 11 (baskets) for 50 cents or 75 cents," Pigeon said. Now I sell for $75." Pigeon said a few years ago an oldtimer viewing his display of baskets why he did not increase his prices. "If you sell low, they will think they are junk," the old-timer said. "If you sell high, they put value on them too." Pigeon said he adjusted his pricing and still sold all of his baskets. The weaver said he has won many ribbons from competitions at various pow wows, Indian gatherings, and the Allegan County Fair. I am proud of those, Pigeon said. "I compete with the best basket weavers from all over the state. We hang the ribbons up with the displays. It helps sales. 11 "!have six carving knives," Pigeon said. "Each one has its own thing to do." 11 Pigeon said the hardest part of the weaving is getting started. The weaver hopes to preserve his craft by teaching younger members of his family the family tradition. One of his daughters-in-law is adept at weaving, he said. "I need 17 fingers and no thumbs,"Pigeon said. After more then three decades of weaving, Pigeon concludes it's much easier to make large baskets than small ones. He stores the patterns for the baskets in his mind. Large or small, round or oblong, patterned or plain, Pigeon mak~s baskets to order. His advertising is usually by word of mouth and by business cards he includes with a finished basket. If someone sees one of his baskets they like, they buy it and show it off to their friends and family. Often this 11 "My daughter-in-law is white, but she weaves as good as any Indian," Pigeon said. 4 Pigeon's sons help as mucn as they can: he said. Pigeon's grand-children are also learning all about the basket making process from their grandfather. Pigeon said his elders did not weave the kinds of baskets he does, which include picnic baskets, fishing creels, and se\ling baskets. �"They wove functional baskets, usually small ones for storing grains and gathering berries," Pigeon said. "I make people whatever they want; picnic baskets, sewing baskets, clothes baskets, hampers." "Jt has got to be a pretty good friend to make a clothes hamper," Pigeon said. "With the same abount of wood I can make $400-$500 worth of baskets. I do more for a favor than anything." Pigeon was born in Bradley. While he has lived in Mr. Pleasant and Traverse City, most of his life has been spent in the area of his ancestors. Just down the road from his home are the lands generations of his ancestors inhabited. His family was part of the Huron band of Indians living in and around Kalamazoo. ''There are still a lot of Potawatomi Indians living in Ontario, Canada, He said.'' DON'T FORGET!! LEXINGTON POTLUCK!! SEPTEMBER 11, 1985 - at 6:30 P.M. Sunday Services Faith Gospel Church 45 Lexington NW Sunday School - 10 am Morning Worship - 11 am Pastors: Ronny Chivis D.J. Elk E V E R Y 0 N E WE L C 0 M E The Kent .County Juvenile Court is currently seeking foster parents for teens in need of temporary care. The Court provides the board and care, clothing, medical, and dental needs of each child, as well as casework support. His ancestors were known as Waub Mimi meaning White Pigeon. Pigeon said he, like other members, shortened the name to Pigeon. For more information, please call the Court's Foster Home Coordinator, Tom Sibley, at 774-3752. At the Indian pow wows, which began about two decades ago, many of the older participants gather and speak in their native tongue. CULTURAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 25 at 6:30 "I used to speak fluent Indian, 11 Pigeon said. "I can still understand whatever they say. I've lived in the white man's world so long I've forgotten a lot." NATIONAL INDIAN DAY - SEPTEMBER 27, 1985 CONGRATULATIONS TO MARY AND PHIL MEMBERTO *from: The Golden Sentinel - Tuesday, June 4, 1985 ON THEIR AUGUST WEDDING!! WE H B Voice of the Original People Tuesday and Thursday - 4 to 5 pm Local and National Nishnabe News Traditional and Contemporary Music Jones' Law: The man who can smile when things go wrong has thought of someone he can blame it on. The one time in the day that you lean back and relax is the one time the Boss walks through the office. �Thank you Cindy Pigeon Over the years, many people have spent countless hours of dedication, frustration and concern trying to improve the social and economic conditions of our Indian People. The pain and disappointment of failure becomes almost unbearable at times, then a statement or remark is declared that makes it all worthwhile. Such a statement was interpreted from your poem entitled "Board Meeting", that appeared in our June 1985 issue of Turtle Talk. Your poem was greatly appreciated for its warmth and your observation of our intent. Indians from all over should feel inspired by your kind words. We sincerely thank you for a beautiful piece of work~. GRITC Board of Directors Staff Community �JTPA 85/86 The GRITC - JTPA Program will be offering a new component to Americans who reside in Kent and Ottawa counties. include On-The-Job-Training (OJT). eli~ible Native Our program has expanded to In addition to OJT, we will still be offering assistance to those who want to complete their GED, 20 credits, and Diploma, Computer Training, Work Experience and Job placement.* WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR GRITC JTPA PROGRAM AND WHAT PROOF IS NEEDED: 1. Native American - Proof by the following; birth certificate, tribal membership card, judgement award letter, or is known to the corrmunity as being Native American. 2. 17 years or older - Proof by the following; birth certificate, drivers license, or personal identification, and social security number. 3. Economically Disadvantaged (meaning an individual whose income is poverty level, or 70% of the lower living standard income level) - Proof needed is annualized income, DSS income, Social Security, Disability, or any document stating income. OR Unemployed (means an individual who is without a job and who wants and are available for work) - Proof of income by the above mentioned. OR Underemployed (meaning a person who is working part-time but seeking fulltime work; or a person who is working full-time but whose current annualized wage rate or family's current annualized income is not in excess of the poverty level or 70% of the lower living standard income level) -Proof of income by the above mentionaed. 4. Resident of Kent or Ottawa Counties - Proof will be established by any of the above documents. 5. Those males between 18 to 26 must show proof that they registered for the Draft. *For further information, contact DAWN ANDERSON or PHILIP MEMBERTO at 45 Lexington or ROOM 4 or 774-8331. �DON'T MISS THE FUN AT LEXINGTON THE FALL FESTIVAL ! ! ! S£PTEMBE:2 18, 1985 . . r Muc~ \~ORV -----r-·- 3:00 - 6 :oo p. m. Lexington School 45 Lexington N~W. Sponsored By: Lexington Community Education G.R. ·Inter-Tribal Council • Ethnic Food Indian Jewelry Indian Crafts - Art Neighborhood Displays Fu~ For The Kids ) �NOW o.+ LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL • COMPlEiE "''~ ~C,\400L PROE7lf\M • ~f\1'\VE "tt\Eit\C* CU~1'URi. C\A4lSES · Ke.a d ,.11_j rlt.t • G€ n C.\-\\\.~il•8U6 ~"~£S ~'l~\l"''-t C~LL -'\5'(,-3720 OR (O""t \N 10 LEX\N(;,TON C.0"'1M\JN\1"Y 5C.\400L 45 \_EX\"1G\ON N .'W. jS-C, ·31 ~ �s+orfs, ~choo( COMPLETE YOUH HIGH SCHOOL Sept 9 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION OFFICE EDUCATION DIPLOMA AT Reading LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Writing Accounting Spelling Typing Math Clerical Procedures ADULT HIGH SCHOOL Day and ·E vening Off ice Machines * G.E.D. ~ * All required subjects Brush-up Typing ~ PREPARATION Many exciting classes are available including: . LEARNING CENTER c;:.<:::::) DRIVER EDUCATION Drawing & fainting Learn at your own pace! Call 456-3720 for d~tails. Pottery & Sculpture Friday 8:30 - 12:00 Indian Art Non-graduates FREE Indian Culture All the subjects you Graduates Indian Literature • $50 ~ Indian His.tory HOMEMAKERS Indian Drumming · Photography, Beginning ~ . c c ' 0. / / e.w in~ r Q -P-Fs t"e.c.ipes .1/-56 -3?d0 need to graduate plus Reading and Math. O<CJ SERVICES FOR STUDENTS Child Care Bus Passes Hot Lunches �SEPTEMBER 1 - 1851 - Treaty Council at Fort Laramie established Plains reservations. 1865 - Cole's column attacked by Sioux on Tongue River. 1884 - Haskell Institute is opened as an Indian training school. 2 - 1862 - Santee Sioux are defeated by 1,500 regular and volunteer soldiers at Birch Coulee. 3 - 1855 - Gen. Harney's forces destroy Lettle Thunder's camp at Ash Hollow on the Blue Water. 1863 - Three hundred Santee Sioux under Inkpaduta are killed in North Dakota at Whitestone Hill near Ellendale. 4 - 1862 - Forest City and Hutchinson are attacked by Santee Sioux. 5 - 1877 - Crazy Horse is placed under arrest and killed in guardhouse at Fort Robinson. 8 - 1865 - Cole's column comes under attack again. 9 - 1876 - Troops under Capt. Mills attcak American Horse's camp at Slim Buttes, killing American Horse. 1878 - Northern Cheyenne under Dull Knofe escape from Oklahoma reservation and begin the journey back to Powder Rover country. 13 - 1867 - Indian Peace Colllnission holds treaty making sessions with the Sioux. 14 - 1860 - Brule-Pawnee battle near the Loup Fork in Nebraska. Brule burn sixty lodges. 17 - 1868 - Forsythe forces caught by Cheyenne at Beecher's Island Roman Nose is killed. 18 - 1873 - Capt. Egan's troopers of the 2nd Cavalry attack Sioux War party on North Laramie River. 23 - 1862 - Santee Sioux are defeated at Wood Lake. 24 - 1863 - Fugitive Santee Siuox are overtaken and defeated bear Big Mound, North Dakota. �I , ; li SEPTEMBER , 1985 TUESDAY MONDAY SUNDAY REGISTRATION SIGN UP NOW! ~R AOULT I 3 2 1 WEDNESDAY 4 THURSDAY 5 I 6 7 COMMUNIT ~ EDUCATION - ALL WEEK - LATE COME1S WELCOME!! I SATURDAY FRIDAY . Grand Valley Lodge Pow Wov. at Riverside Park *LABOR DAY* I I8 I l G.V. Pow Wow 9 11 10 SCHOOL _ STARTS i POTLUCK AT LEXINGTON AT 6:30 PM I I ! 18 17 16 15 LEXINGTON FALL FESTIVAL 14 13 12 I " 19 I 20 21 27 28 3-6 pm 26 25 24 23 22 • I . 29 30 I I l ! ·-· ··-·- --·-· . --··---· ·- - --- - - - ···- -·-·--·· ··· .. Li ··-·-----··· - ·----- .. .. ····· -------·· --- ----- ···· ·- ··---. --- ··------------ - -- ···- ---------- ----- - ----------- �• NCH N.0'1! O!tO. Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council U.S. POST:A.GE 'A I D PERMiT NC . 6 90 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 BETTY JONES- LIBARY GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGE ALLENDALE, MI 49401 Gl>NO RAP \[:. '' . ·q �G.Q.1.1. C. A Af\f\DLLnc.es Sma \\ bus;\ ~e:.s:s l\\~f\aGe Me"+ CouK.s~. ! ~ The Grand Rapids Inter'."' Tribal Council will be sponsoring a series of Small Busjness Management Courses this fall. These Courses have been designed so that a participant attending the entire series will build their small business skills to the level of expertise ne·cessary in order to enter a business venture. The series will begin with the first session September 17, 1985, at 6:00pm at the GRITC building, room 3. The course will run through November. There will be no tuition charge to participate. All materials will be furnished. There will be a milage reimbursement paid to participants. Enrollment will be limited to thirty people. In order to apply, fill out the fonn below and return it to : Bobbi Muncey GR ITC 45 Lexington NW Grand Rapids, Ml 49504 All registration forms must be received by September 12, 1985. REGISTRATION APPLICATION NAME ~~~-----~~-~~ ADDRESS ------------ WHY DO YOU WISH TO PARTICIPATE? DATE -------~------~~ PHONE ~----------~---~ ~--~-~~---~-~---~----~-~ �SATURDAY HENRY L. NEGAKE OCTOBER 5, 1985 SUNRISE CEREMONY INVESTITURE CEREMONY fOR CHIEF Riverside Park - Across from the Michigan Veterans Facility 3000 Monroe NW This Investiture ceremony will be for Henry L. Negake, great great grandson of Chief Cob moo sa, to accept his position as Chief of the Grand River Ottawas. His ancestry is: Wolf Clan, Flat River Band of the Grand River Ottawa Indians. Come meet him, and some of the dignitaries whom we have invited to attend and speak, hear his prgoram and ambitions he has for his people, and join in on the festivities. We want and need your participation as American Indians, to unify, help one another and make this a better world for the Indian to live in. Ceremonies Coordinator: Linda (Negake) Maxim 679 Lexington East Lansing, Mi. 48823 June A. (Gardner) Dart 92 Woodcrest Dr. N.W. Grand Rapids, Mi. 49504 (517) (616) 453-6083 332-6284 ************************************************************************ Also: Plan to attend: Ottawa & Chippewa Descendants' Group Meeting Saturday, Place: October 26, 1985 1:00 PM 919 Bridge St. N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan (The old EAGLES Building just East of Lane Street NW) (Parking in the rear) • Agenda: Distribution of Funds of Docket 58 & 18E etc. Proposed Plan of Joe Genia vs Proposed Plan of Minneapolis Meet. Joe Genia as guest speaker to explain his proposal in full. Unification of our descendants' group, with Dave Dominic, chairman. June A. Dart, Committeemember Ottawa & Chippewa Descendant Group � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Yount, Loretta (Editor) Subject The topic of the resource Indians of North America -- Michigan -- Periodicals Indians of North America Michigan Michigan -- Grand Rapids Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c3107ada614e244435921561638e29eb.pdf e7dfbec4657b2b0545ad6bfa51f4eaf2 PDF Text Text f/l/ZC !?RI IGRI TURTLE TALI< Executive Director - J. Wagner Wheeler Editor Loretta Yount JUNE 1985 JUNE 2, 1924 American Indians become U. S. citizens by act of Congress. GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS June 3, 1875 - President- - - - - - - - - George Martin Vice-President- - - - - - - - -John Hart Secretary- - - - - - - - - -Mary Roberts -Fred Chivis, Jr. Treasurer- - Sgt.-At-Arms- - - -Ronald Yob Member- - - - -Jennie Pigeon Member- - - - - - -Sydney Martin - Roger Williams Member- Member- - - -Debra Gibbs Geological expedition led by Walter Jenny arrives in Black Hills. A special thanks to everyone who helped with Turtle Talk. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN JUNE: John Hart, Melinda Hinman, Karen Taylor, Fred Bell, Sue Maturkanich, Kayle Crampton Please inform us if your address has changed. We need to know the old and the new address and both zip codes. EMERGENCY FOOD HOURS: 8:00 to 12 noon MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY ASK FOR MARGARET, LOU or Gerri If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will escape a hundred days of sorrow. June 14, 1865 Spotted Tail leads the Peace Chiefs in uprising against US. Tropps. June 15 1864 Forces under Lt. Fleming attack Miniconju camp near Ft. Laramie. 1873 General assault waged on Ft. Abe Lincoln by Sioux. 1886 First day of school at St Francis Indian School. 1889 Inauguration of the Ghost Dance on Pine Ridge Reservation. June 17 1865 Col.Moonlight's punitive forces lose horses to Sioux during raid on Sioux camp. June 18 1876 Teton Sioux defeat General Crook in the Battle of the Rosebud in Montana. June 18 1876 Gen. Crook's forces attacked and defeated on the Rosebud (Wyoming territory), . 1934 Indian Reorganization Act authorizes self-government for all tribes. June 19 1868 Father Pierre De Smet enters the camp of Sitting Bull in quest of peace. �BOARD MEETING My People, oh, My People you sit in your circle I sit in the background, and try not to be critical You seem to pick a subject and go around and around I sit in the background and make hardly a sound. My People, oh, My People as you sit in your circle I sit in the background and don't mean to be critical You appear in the middle, your trails all fusing I sit in the background in total confusion. You amaze me My People, how well you care for the o~d I sit in the background, thinking no wonder they're worth more than gold. My People, oh, My People as you sit in your circle I sit in the background and didn't mean to be critical You wonder how our culture, for the young you can save. I sit in the background smiling, admiring you the brave. You amaze me My People, how well you really do get along. . I no longer feel I'm in the background, but that I belong. c~4~ nt~~/ 1 f-'t, ~- ff l?rTC P~d~ • �On behalf of the JTPA Staff and and myself, we would like to congratulate the following for obtaining their individual high achievements of GED and/or Dimpoma. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Tanya Wabanimkee Robert Sells Jeremy Sawmick Evelyn Florum Phillip Shenoskey Robin High Billi Jo Shananaquet Evelyn Castaneda Teresa Shananaquet David McCullough Larry King Sr. \ GED Robert Sells Jeremy Sawmick Gerald Porter Phillip Shenoskey Evelyn Castaneda Tanya Wabanimkee / Both Diploma/GED Tanya Wabanimkee Robert Sells Jeremy Sawmick Phillip Shenoskey Evelyn Castaneda The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and Lexington Community Education Center wish to SALUTE AND CONGRATULATE each and everyone of the following who worked so hard to finish. \• �puppy love? OVER 1,600 TEENS GOT PREGNANT IN KENT COUNT IN 1984 rJ:> / J ( \ WHAT NOW??? FACTS: About 30% of girls 15-17 yrs. old are sexually active, but only half of these use contraception the first time they have sex. Kent County teens had over 1,6000 pregnancies in 1983, with 912 births resulting and 488 abortions reported. About one in every five girls becomes a mot~er before she turns 20. The US is the only developed country where teenage pregnancy has been ~creasing in recent years. 11% of babies born to Kent Co. teens have a low birth weight, compared to only 5% of babies born to older mothers. 27% of births to teens are Black mothers, although Blacks are only 8% of that are group. Teens who have a baby are much more likely to drop out of high school than are other teens. Mothers who had their first children as .teenagers account for over half of the the Aid to Families with Dependent Children budget. �RISKS BOOSHOO FROM CALIFORNIA. author is anonymous I've been seeing my share of 3piece business suits and cold glass To laugh is to risk appearing the fool. To weep is to risk appearing senti mental. To reach out to another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk exposing your true self. To place your ideas, your dreams before a crowd is to risk their loss. To love is to risk not being loved in return. skyscrapers and long for the sight of a green, rolling hill with a lively stream running by me. Seems to me that this is just the sort of scenery to be found in Michigan-and I realize, with not a little surprise, that it will be 5 years in July since I last shared a piece of To live is to risk dying. fry bread in Michigan and lasted the To hope is to risk despair. other good food of the elders. I finally learned how to make fry But risks must be taken because the great- bread--but it tastes better when the est hazard in life is to risk nothing. company is Nishnaube. The person who risks nothing, does nothing,Take care everyone. I miss all of ' and has nothing, is nothing. you! He may avoid suffering and sorrow but he cannot learn, feel, change, grow, love and Eloise Montpetit-Seeley live. To try is to risk failure. Chained by his certitudes he is a slave; he has forfeited his freedom. THERE WILL BE NO TURTLE FOR JULY Only a person who risks is free AND AUGUST. Contratulations to Henry (Buddy) and Carolyn Medawis on having a new baby NO SENIOR LUNCHES DURING THE daughter, Miranda Lee was born May 3 1985 , ' SUMMER -- UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE at Butterworth Hospital. Miranda Lee was 10 lbs 21 11 4t ozs. and CONGRATULATIONS TO: Marcial Sutherland long. CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER FOR BUDDY. He graduated from Basic/AIT with the U.s.daughter of Karen Wesaw from Dowagiac, Mi. Army. He was training within Unit at Ft. Knox, KY. a~Armor Marcia graduates June 2, 1985 She will be going to Southwestern Community Currently, Buddy is stationed in Illisheim, West Germany. ONCE AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS BUDDY!!! College in September on an Art Scholarship. Best Wishes to you. Aunt Rita �JTPA-June 30, 1985, will end the fJs9al happy to assist you with your year JTPA Program. questions. I'm proud to report the success the GRITC-JTPA Program. of To date "Alcoholism as a disease or sickness, this program has assisted with job takes everybody; red, white, black, opportunities to (139) Native Am- yellow; rich or poor; old or young; leans. educated or poorly educated. This program has helped Everyone 12 N.A. to obtain their GED /diploma.ends up the same-dead or insane, or This program has also given the both. And in between, life is broken opportunity to 5 Native Americans to down and miserable. We are only fool- gain work experience and community ing ourselves, as native people, that, service employment. somehow we are different when it comes The JTPA staff has done much to to alcoholism. obtain our success, our culture good, but alcoholism twists, We are Our native ways make looking forward to improving exist- misuses and wipes these out. ing services to our community, and We once respected each other and cared trying new program concepts. what each person felt, More informaition to follow in gentle, kind, later issues of T. T. but alcoholism has twisted these ways into ---------------------------------- disrespect for ourselves and others. SUMMER YOUTH become dishonest, mean, angry, selfish and sa~poken, We were honest, generous people, This year's Summer Youth Supervisors harsh people when we drink. We We are not are David McCullough and Roseanne this way as native people, the creator Two Crow. never meant us to be, so we must find This ye a r ' s program wi 11 offer our way back to the good way" • summer jobs to economically disadvantaged youths between the ages --------------------------------------CONTRATULATIONS TO: of 14 to 21. The N.A. Youth will be working (6) hours per day, Marshelle and Marie Wesaw (5) daughters of the late Rhinehart and days a week, at various worksi tes Marilyn Wesaw from South Bend, Ind. and occupations, Both girls are going to college in September For further information please on full scholorships. contact David or Roseanne, at Marshelle will be going to the U. of Mich. 774-8331. Marie to Harvard Univ., Cambridge, Mass. We also have information of other They graduate May 31, 1985. Best wishes to job opportunities offered to youth. you both. David and Roseanne will also be Good Luck girls from your Aunt Rita. �He offered a word of caution about the most recent findings on alcohol and drug abuse. "This does not necessarily mean a decline in use but a leveling off." "Whether the present trend leads to an actual decline -- or an increase probably won't be known for another two years," he said. The leveling off is also taking place nationally for non-Indian youth but because Indians are often isolated geographically, changes that take place in society reach the reservations later. Parents• views of the problem might be another reason for the leveling off. The better parents understand drug abuse and the more wi 11 ing they are to do something about it, the more their attitudes could influence the children. If parents• attitudes are changing, those are certainly strong enough to signal change among kids. However, there are a number of youngsters who don't know their parents• attitudes about drugs, leaving them in a "value vacuum". The students• responses in the anonymous survey given to measure their use of drugs and alcohol and their attitudes about abuse indicate the parents are not talking to the youngsters about how they feel about drugs and alcohol. Students seem to perceive that their parents sanction their use of drugs and a le oho 1. On the other hand, parents are themselves often overwhelmed by what the staff at Western Behavioral Studies sees as the single most important public health issue facing Indian communities. Parents often times are not sure how to respond to the problem and are hesitant to make a statement for fear of looking foo 1is h. Also, parents aren't sure they have the support of other adults in the community. "Parents need to band together with other concerned parents so there's a coalition. So it is not just me talking this is us talking," Beauvais said. 1 1 1 1 American Indian culture could also serve as a deterrent to drug and alcohol abuse for the children. The pan-Indian concept of being in harmony with the environment is an intrinsic part of Indian culture. Except for drugs used for religious purposes, such as peyote, those taken to "get high" put people out of "synch" with the environment. But cultural influence has declined in the face of the need to survive. "I see Indian communities being put at some real sociological and economic disadvantages. There's lots of disruptions because of survival issues," Be au va is said. Submitted by: Rick Heredia "Coloradoan" newspaper Fort Collins, Colorado �The topic of drug and alcohol use among young people is very sensitive in most communities. It is very difficult for adults to come to some agreement on the extent of the problem and what should be done about it. Indian reservations are no different in this respect, although as with most minority groups, additional problems may exist. First, any report of social problems for minority people can easily be incorporated into an overall negative stereotype. Care must be taken in how the problem is described, especially in the public media. A second problem occurs when "outside experts" attempt to study social problems of a minority community. It is very difficult for someone outside of a corrrnunity to fully understand all of the factors that may lead to problems such as youth drug abuse. Many times these experts are resented by those actually living in the community. Since 1975 Western Behavioral Studies, a research group at Colorado State Upiversity, has been studying drug and alcohol use among Indian young people. They have been aware of the difficulty in doing this kind of research and have worked closely with tribes to provide information in a way that is sensitive to the cultural needs. Funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse and sanctioned by the National Indian Health Board, Western Behavioral Studies has conducted school surveys for more than 40 tribes around the country. The research staff consists of two psychologists, Dr. Fred Beauvais and Dr. Gene Oetting and two research associates, Ms. Geraldine Loretto and Ms. Ruth Edwards. Loretto and Edwards hold master's degrees in economics and business. Recently many tribes have t aken the lead in recognizing the strong negative impact of drug and alcohol abuse. Tribal newspapers are running an increasing number of articles describing the efforts of tribes, schools and drug prevention programs. Western Behavioral Studies feels that the information they have collected can aid tribes in their efforts to counter drug abuse. Over the last ten years the research results have shown drug and alcohol use rates for Indian young people to have increased substantially and to be higher than those found for other adolescents. The years of greatest increase in use were between 1975 and 1981. The use rates for three commonly used drugs by adolescents show how Indian youth compare with their non-Indian counterparts. In 1983, 81% of all Indian 7th-12th graders had tried alcohol, 70% had used marijuana and 33% had used inhalants. This compares with 64%, 29% and 11% for each of those drugs for non-Indian students in the same age group. Data is also available for cocaine, heroin, LSD and several other drugs. In each instance the rate of use for Indian students is equal to or higher than the national, non-Indian data. Western Behavioral Studies has found that the drug use rates are very similar for all the tribes they have studied. The drug and alcohol problem seems to be universal among all tribes. The most recent set of data indicate a leveling off in the rates of use for Indian young people. This trend has also been found for non-Indian youth. The research staff at Western Behavioral Studies emphasize, however, that the rates remain quite high and are still cause for serious concern. Changing attitudes toward alcohol and drug use may be one reason why abuse among American Indian youth has not increased for the first time in ten years. "We speculate that there is a growing a\~areness among kids that drugs are harmful," said Fred Bauvais. "That they are not innocuous chemicals, meant only to have fun with." �l 9TH AN!-<UAL TULSA NATIONAL INDIAN BOWLrnG TOURNAM~T OF RIVERLANES, TULSA, OKIAHOMA MARCH 13-14, 23-24, 1985 - MENS PRIZE LIST FIGURE8 ON ABC PRIZE LIST F'ORMULA. TEAM EVENT (40 TEAMS) ..L.- Michigandeurs - Grand Raoids, Michigan 2 - Kah-Nee-Ta of Oregon - Warm Springs, Oregon ABC Howlers - Shf.prock, New Mexico 3 4 - 4 Tex & 1 Ok - Dallas, Texas SINGLES-DOUBLES EVENT (63) l - Kevin Ray Yazzie-Jerry Triska - Shiprock, New Mexico 2 Tulsa, Oklahoma Ray Shike, Jr-M~l Miles - Warm Springs. Oregon 3 - John T>acon-Al Hembree - Stilwell, Oklahoma 4 - Jules Rodri.guez-Dwayne Cahwee - San Jacinte, California Glenpool, Oklahoma 5 -· tarry Raymond-Ander son Raymond -· Shiprock, New Mexico 6 - .Jay Downing-Vincent Downing Ada, Oklahoma 7 - John Willia:ns-Earl Emhoolah - Tulsa, Oklahoma SINGLES EVENT (126) l - Alvin Davis - Balch Spring, Texas Wahoo Selsor - Kiefer, Oklahoma 2 3 - Paul Bevenue - Sapulpa, Oklahoma 4 - Ray Shike, Jr. - Warm Springs• Oregon 5 - John Bacon - Stilwell, Oklahoma 6 - Carl Bevenue - Tulsa. Oklahoma Dwayne Cahwee - Glenpool, Oklahoma I •Wayne Crawford - Grove, Oklahoma 8 9 - Hoot Gipson - Ada, Oklahoma Mel McKenzie - Palm Springs, California 10 Ron Berry - Ardmore, Oklahoma 11 12 - Jerry Crossley - Grove, Oklahoma 13 - Joe Smith - Hominy, Oklahoma 14 - Henry Ben - Tahlequah, Oklahoma 3078 3076 3023 3010 $1,000.00 325.00 200.00 75.00 1320 $ 1318 1290 1289 250.00 78.00 64.00 1283 1268 1266 48.00 38.00 30.00 725 $ 300.00 150.00 90.00 80.00 68.00 58.00 52.00 45.00 40.00 35.00 30.00 25.00 17.50 17.50 $ 120 .0()1 720 708 698 661 656 643 635 626 624 621 619 613 613 ALL EVENTS (80) 1 - Ray Shikes, Jr. - Warm Springs, Oregon 2 - Alvin Davis - Balch Spring, Texas 3 - Darryl Davis - Balch Spring, Texas 4 - Jerry Triska - Tulsa, Oklahoma 5 - Earl Emhoolah - Tulsa, Oklahoma Mel Miles - Warra Springs, Oregon 6 ..., Wahoo Selsor - Kiefer, Oklahoma I 8 - Ben Colbert - Tulsa, Oklahoma (Sand Springs, Okla) 500.00 2059 1967 1915 1827 1798 60 .0()1 20.00 15.00 10.00 1794 7.00 1776 5.00 3.00 1734 KING EVENT 1 - Rudy Clements - Warm Springs, Oregon 2 - Den Russell - Tulsa, Oklahoma 3 - Tee Wallace - Oklahoma. City, Oklahoma $ 300.00 150.00 45.00 ON THE SPOT CASH AWARDS (NOT TAKEN FROM TffE ,PRIZE FUND) Alvin Davis - Balch Spring, Texas Wahoo Selsor - Kiefer, Oklahoma Jerry Triska - Tulsa, Oklahoma John Bacon - Stilwell, Oklahoma Vernon Wolfe - Glenpool, Oklahoma Mel Miles - Warm Springs, Oregon Hank Hill - Tulsa, Oklahoma Mog l.oc•kout - Hominy, Oklahoma .. . ;.,,•. (279 ':and (258 for (257 .for (248 for (247 ' :'f or (247 ~for (246 .. for (245 for 244 for $10.00 and $5.00) $10.00) Darryl Davis - Balch Spring, Texas $10.00) (242 for $5 .00) $5.00) Kevin Yazzie - Shiprock, New Mexico $5.00) (241 for $5.00) $5.00) $5.00) $5 .00) f?/·r, h ..... $5 .. 0l''i\ �Cecil: Prize money in the amount o f $400. 00 ii.ae been deducted frorn the total first place prize of $1000 . 00s for J e:r:ry Tr i ska and Milton Denny of Tulsa. Congratulations on w:lnning f i r s t place. We look forward to having you next year. Good bowling to you . ..-j/ / ""' •'"' :' j / :~,TA -rvf.../ ; A/ ,;i / ~d-1/' ... · ,/ / / v --------------------------------------------------~-------------------------------- GRITC ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP WAS HELD MAY 16, 1985. AFTER THE POTLUCK, A GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING WAS HELD. PRES. GEORGE MARTIN CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:45. THERE ARE (4) VACANCIES. NOMINATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED FROM THE FLO 0 R• SECONDE~ BY SYDNEY MARTIN. CHRIS SHOMIN NOMINATED DAVE SHANANAQUET. NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED. THE NOMINEES ARE: GEORGE MARTIN MARY ROBERTS DEBBIE GIBBS RON YOB DAVE WONEGESHIK DAVE SHANANAQUET MTG. ADJOURNED - 8:15 ELECTION DAY - JUNE 15, 1985 (SATURDAY) . AH-NAB-AWEN PARK FROM 8:00AM 10 8:00 PM • ----------- -- - - -- - ------------------------------------~-----~--------------------- �-- ~ I I " + I~ .• .., d: ~ .<t I I I I ! I ' I I l I I I Lt .... ' i \") "' tj : i I I Cf\ I •'"' i ~ J ~ '~ C'/ I ! I~ I ~ ~ ' ~ ll>al !' ~ Q) ~ . . --·. 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