994 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c955a70b98f5d35c82c8e27f3bcde9d7.pdf 3e9a00fc6e7f270715193c82b8537d54 PDF Text Text TURTLE TAU< Executive Director - J. Wagner Wheeler [di tor Loretta Yount GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President------------------George Martin Vice President-----------------John Hart SecreL<lry------------------Mary Hoberts Trc<lsurer---------------Fred Chivis, Jr. Sgt.-At-Arms---------------------Ron Yob Member---------------------Jennie Pigeon Member---------------------Sydney Martin Member--------------------Roger Williams Member-----------------------Debra Gibbs HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO [VERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER TO - AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 1984 CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS Alcoholism is devastating to each member of the family system. Children are especially vulnerable. Stress from living with an alcoholic parent may contribute significantly to a number of childhood, adolescent, and adult disorders, including alcoholism. Treating alcoholic parents is one way of reducing their children's stress. Another way is recognizing the types of problems experienced by children of alcoholics and helping them develop effective coping skills. Unfortunately, the special problems of children of alcoholics have not been widely recognized. Research has repeatedly shown that as a group children of alcoholics have a greater number of physical and emotional problems than do children of nonalcoholic parents. This is reflected in an increase in school problems, adjustment problems, and involvement with the legal system. As the children of alcoholics become adults, they may experience increased psycholo~ gical problems (anxiety and depression) as wel 1. NAML A FEW: Earl Schoenborn, Corneluis Smith, Martin Wesaw, Jeanette St. Clair, Clifford Bailey, Rose Hunt, Maudeline McDonald, Francis Peters, Levi Kiogima and; Sandra Floyd Karen M. Boda, Carl Hamilton, Of the many problems encountered by Rose Marsh, Jennie Bruner, Harold Shaw, children of alcoholics, a number have Hazel John, Dorothy Medacco, Rob Herr, particularly serious health consequences. Faron Bowen, Sean Winters, Louis Wesaw. Please inform us if your address has changed. We need to know the old and Lhe new address and both zip codes. GHlTC BOAHD OF DIRECTS MELT THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. 1. Anyone can make a decision given enough facts. 2. A good manager can make a decision without enough facts. 3. A perfect manager can operate in perfect ignorance. The fetal alcohol syndrome, for example, is a disorder that sometimes occurs in children born to alcoholic mothers. The syndrome is nonexistent is children of nonalcoholic mothers. While severe cases of the syndrome are more easily recognized, less severe cases of fetal alcohol syndrome are often overlooked by parents and educators and may contribute to the child having both learning and social difficulties in school. Hyperactivity is another disorder that affects children of alcoholics more than children of nonalcoholics. The disorder, manifested by inattention and impulsivity may greatly affect the child's learning ability in school. Hyperactivity may begin in children as early as three years of age, but is often not noticed by parents until the child begins school. Continued on page 14 �DON'T MISS THE FUN AT LEXINGTON THE FAL.L S£PTEMB£12 FESTIVAL ! ! ! l:(J /91:.3 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 -2- �,1 SUfv!MER YOUTH PROGRAM Unemployed Underemployed Selective Service Verification for Males Between 18-26 Since ,June 18, there has been youth between 14-21, hired to do a gardening project in Bradley, Michigan. Steve Pego and Rose Ann Two Crow have been doing an excellent job in teaching the youth basic preperation for future employment; work experience; and teaching many tasks related to gardening. For more information, contact our JTPA Program Staff - Dawn, Mike, Maryan, or Chris. HOW TO SAVE A BUNDLE WHILE HELPING A KID To date the youth have planted brussel sprouts; carrots; cucumbers; green beans; musk mellons; radishes; squash; sweet corn; tomatoes; and a variety of peppers. The harvest will be donated to the Senior Citizen Program. Any elder wanting any produce from the garden contact Luella. Once in a blue moon, there's a program that looks too good to be true . But sometimes there are no surprises. What I you see isI what you get. Thats t he . case with the Targeted Jobs Tax Credi t program passed by Congress to help young people find jobs in private industry. No make work jobs. Real jobs in t he real world. The incentive to business ? Tremendous savings in the form of tax credits. 85 per cent credit fo r the hiring of 16 or 17 year olds and 50 per cent for 18 to 21 year olds. It amount s to employer salary costs as low as 50 cents an hour. The crew leaders informed me that the yield should be abundant. Any community member interested in canning any of the above crop; donating mayonaise jars for canning; or help in harvesting the crop contact: Dawn or Luella. The twenty youth hired and the two crew leaders are doing a fantastic job. This project is one we all ccn be very proud or. Any one interested in knowing more about this project can contact Dawn, Steve, or Rose Ann. In Kent County, the program has been streamlined by the Private Industrial Council. A county-wide Job Central office open all summer at 255 South Di vision, holds "Employer's Day" every Wednesday. Employers are encouraged to call then come in and intervieN young peopie for openings at their business. GRITC - JTPA PROGRAM Services Offered: Computer Training High School Completion Job Seeking Skills Employment Supportive Services Eligibility is the same as last years program with the exeption that we now. need more documentation of the following: Proof of EMPLOYERS OFFERED SALARY COSTS AS LOW AS FIFTY CENTS AN HOUR! 17 years or older Native American-Proof Economically disadvantaged -3- What can these young people do? Anything. They're already filling jobs (Take a deep breath) this summer in: Aut? body repair, B3nk teller, Brake mechanic, Car Washer Cashier, Cemetary worker, Clerical, Counter person, Electric assembler General laborer, and sander, Landscaper, Machine operater, Material handler, Nurses aide Packer inspector, Painter, Producti~n egg peeler, Receptionist, Retail salesperson, Service station attendant sewing machine operator, Stock clerk, Tool crib attendant, Truck driver, �whole,have a made a commitment to develop and implement a sensible and workable Overall and Warehouse worker. Overall Economic Development Program for the Young people from economically disadvantaged families who are not yet certified for the program are encouraged to come to Job Central between SAM and 4PM Monday through Friday. the Native American community. So ... if you're an employer needing summer help and looking to save a bundle ... and would like to help a young person looking for a job, you're in luck. Pick up the phone. Call. We'll do the rest. ONE PHONE CALL IS ALL IT TAKES CALL JOB CENTRAL AT 458-7611 p J c PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL The economic development process can be measured in terms of jobs. Jobs come from retention, revitalizations, and/or expansion of existing business; generation of new businesses from within the Native American community; and attraction of new businesses. The central purpose of economic development activity is to increase the control that a community has over its own destiny. The plan for implementation (work strategies) will focus primarily upon economic development activities in the areas of expansion of COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT the wood products industry, enhancement of Economic development can be viewed as a the tourist/recreation attractiveness, dynamic, on-going process of planned growth management which uses available improvement of Educational and Health Services, Community Facilities and job resources(physical and natural, financial, creation through the attraction and exand human) to retain and create jobs, pansion of small businesses and industries, as well as improve the quality of life for the residents of a community. which are owned and operated by members of the Native American community. Specific goals for economic development A series of workshops and training sessions are based on local issues and available are being scheduled periodically through- resources and will therefore, differ out this fall. among communities. shops will be to provide the community In an effort to in- crease the control over its own destiny, each community involved in economic development activities should enlist the participation of local citizens, elected and appointed officials, advisory groups and business persons. The board of Directors and the staff of the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and The purpose of thes work- information on such subjects as: a. Economic Development b. Financing/loan packaging c. Local Government Commissions & Committees d. What you need to know to start your own business e. Community awareness And many others. A schedule of these workshops will be available in September the Native American community , as a -4- �LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO DONATE YOUR TIME & TALENTS FOR OUR LAS VEGAS NIGHT!! We are looking for interested people to volunteer time to help raise money for a new van. kets; money; food for the dance; or the time it takes to set-up and clean-up at the dance. Contact people are: Margaret Nelson & Chris Shomin All proceeds raised will go to the family. Activities: Our van is used for a number of reasons that benifit our community members. Those who benifit the most are our elders. The van is used to transport them to a daily meal site, grocery shopping, and other reasons that are not provided by any other agency. In order to purchase a new van we need t o raise money. There is no funding agency for this purpose. In order to rai se the large amount of money we need, we are going to sponsor a "Las Vegas Night" Saturday September 15, 1984. The jobs that need to be done are waitresses, bartenders, card dealers, and people with knowledge of Craps and Roulette table. Anyone interested in having fun raising money for a worth while cause, please contact the following committee members: John Hart, Dawn Anderson, or Geri Conway, - 774-8331 LAS VEGAS NIGHT Saturday September 15, 1984 Time: 7 - 12 Midnight Place : Corner of Division/Burton 1948 S. Division BENIFIT DANCE COMMITTEE - SPONSORED BY FAMILY AND FRIENDS. In our community we have one of elders who needs a helping hand. Due to an unforseeable illness, medical bills are piling up. We as concerned family and friends would like to sponsor a special Benifit Dance for these special folks. So if you find in your hearts to donate material wise or time, please give us a call. We would like volunteers to sell 50/50 tic- 50/50 RAfF~E - DRAWING AUGUST AT THE Gl\I IC. 17 PfNIFIT DANCE FOR LEVI &MICKEY KEOGif'V\ SATURDAY AUGUST 25, 1984 7 - ll:30 PM SONS &_DAUGHTERS HALh 1043 HAMILITON N.W (SOUTH OF LEONARD ~T. ON HAMILIION) $5 PER COUPLE $3 . PER PERSON (COST INCLUDES: DANCE/MUSIC/SNACK) DON'T FORGET!!!!!! LEXINGTON FALL FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 12, 1984 FROM: 3:00 to 6:00 PM PLACE: 45 LEXINGTON N.W. LEXINGTON POTLUCK FROM: 6: 30 PM PLACE: 45 LEXINGTON N.W. SEPTEMBER 19, 1984 BRING A DISH TO PASS AND YOUR OWN TABLE SERVES -------------------------------tEXINGTON SCHOOL STARTS SEPTEMBER 10, 1984 -5- ------------------- �0 AUGUST-(5) 1881 Spotted Tail is killed by Crow Dog (26) 1872 Fort ·McKeen (Later Ft. Abe Lincoln) attacked by Sioux. (7) 1789 The Department of War is established with the Secretary of War managing Indi~n Affairs. (27) 1869 Sioux attack UP survey crew. (28) 1862 Forces of Capt. Brown's Minnesota militia under siege by Little Crow's Santee warriors. (9) (ll) 1823 Sioux help U. S. troops under Colonel Leavenworth to defeat the Arikara. 1873 Gen. Custer attacked by 700 Sioux and Cheyenne on the Yellowstone. (14) (16) (17) (18 ) (19) (20) (23) ---------------------------------------- The G. R. Inter-Tribal Council and Kent Co. 1742 Verendry brothers are the first white men to see and visit the Health Dept. with cooperation from the GR Black Hills. Junior College Dental School is sponsoring a a dental screening for the Anishnabe 6omunity from Oct. l thru 15, 1984. The community will have the opportunity 1872 Major Baker's men attacked by ·to have a dental cleaning and screening for Sioux when he becomes lost and wanders onto Indian territ~ry. their families and themselves at the JC Dental Clinic located at Grand Rapids Inter1872 Col. Stanley's troops are Tribal Council. assaulted by Sioux while guarding NP Workers. This clinic and screening will be doing no operative work or extractions. 1862 Family of white settlers refuses to give food to party This clinic will be 'doing, teeth cleaning of Santee Sioux hunters and is and actual screenings of the mouth to killed by the Sioux. collect data for future assistance for 1862 Santee Sioux sack Lower Agency, · dental work in our community. 1862 Upper Agency is sacked by Santeewe will start scheduling on Aug. 13, 1984. 1862 Santee strike ferry boat at Red-Please call or come into the off ice for wood Landing. dates and times of these clinics, It is important our community shows it's 1854 Gratten Massacre. interests and needs in the area of dental 1862 Santee Sioux attack Fort Ridgely. care. 1887 Construction of Holy Rosary This screening and cleaning will be free. Mission begins under the direc Meguetch - Phil Memberto, CHR direction of Father Jutz and Brother Bills. 1862 Santee rout Minnesota militia at Lake Shetak. 1876 Lt. Brownson Skirmishes with Sioux and Cheyenne on the Yellowstone. -6- �NOW o.+ LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL • COMPlE1'E "''" ~(\.\OOL PROE7(f\M • ~\.1't:RN~4T\VE Eb ~OR \lc~\s- ~lt\~ Oll>S • ~~1\Vl "~£ft\C~ CU\,1'URL C~5SES rltt t\.\\\,~il •I U6 '~~£~ ~'I~\ l ~ C~LL ~5'(,·37l0 LEX\N(;TON COMM\JN \1"'( 45" \_E)<\"1G\ON N .\N. . -7- OR (O~t $C..\400L ''-t \N 10 �COMPLETE YOUR HIGH SCHOOL ADULT BASIC EDUCATION DIPLOMA AT Reading LEXINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Writing OFFICE EDUCATION Accounting Spelling Typing ADULT HIGH SCHOOL Math Clerical Procedures Day and Evening (everyday) Office Machines * All required subjects ~ Brush-up Typing -¥- G.E.D. c;re:::; PREPARATION ~ Many exciting classes are available including: LEARNING CENTER DRIVER EDUCATION . Drawing & Painting • Monday 12:30 - 4:00 . Pottery & Sculpture Friday Learn at your own pace! Call 456-3720 for details . 8:30 - 12:00 Indian Art Non-graduates FREE All the subjects you Indian Culture Graduates Indian Literature Indian His.tory $50 e>LJ • HOMEMAKERS Indian Drumming Photography, Beginning · 5 e..w i Photography, Advanced . c ' r Q n ~ -P ts r--e. c_ipe s need to graduate plus Reading and Math. oc::J SERVICES FOR STUDENTS Child Care Bus Passes Hot Lunches g �r PROP0.5ED BILL Developed during conference held in Minneapolis June 6-7, 1984 To provide for the division ar:rl use ar:rl distribution of judgrcent funds of the Ottawa and Olippewa Indians of Michigan in dockets 18-E ar:rl 58, 364, Be and 18-R before the Indian Claims Cbnmission. it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of ~ica in Congress assembled, That, notwithstanding any other provision of law, the funds appropriated by the Acts of October 31, 1972 (86 Stat. 1518), and March 13, 1978, 31 U.S.C. 724(a), in satisfaction of the awards granted to the Ottawa and O'lippewa Indians of Michigan in dockets 18-E and 58, ar:rl docket 364, respectively, and December 18, 1975 (89 Stat. 842), in satisfaction of the award granted to the Sault Ste. Marie Barrl of Oiippewa Indians in docket 18-R, all before the Indian Claims c.amri.ssion, less attorney fees and litigation expenses, and including all interest and investnent inC()[TE accrued, shall be divided, used, and distributed as provi ded in this Act. Sec.2.(a) The Secretary of the Interior (hereinafter the "Secretary") shall divide the funds in dockets 18-E and 58, ar:rl docket 364, airong t he three federally recognize1 Ottawa and Olippewa successor tribal organizations, narrely, the Bay Mills Indian Ccmru.nity, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Olippewa Indians and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa ar:rl O'lippewa Indians, and the Ottawa ar:rl Olippewa descendant group, -9- �;J on the basis of the respective llllllbers of qualified persons enrolled by the Secretary with each of the four above-cited entities. Cb> For the purpose of effectirx.;i the division of the funds, the Secretary shall supervise the preparation of the respective rolls by each of the three tribal organizations, and shall prepare a roll for the desce00ant group, of all citizens of the United States who are of at least one-quarter Michigan ottawa and or Olippewa Indi.an blocrl derived from any of the ottawa bands of Grand River, Traverse, Grand Traverse, Little Traverse, Maskigo or L'Arbre Croche, or any of the Chippewa bands of Sault Ste. Marie, Michilmackinac or Oleboigan, or any ottawa or Olippewa subdivisions thereof, and 111.1ere born on or prior to and living on the date of this Act. No i;:ierson constitu- tionally enrolled with nore than one of the three federally recognized tribes cited in this Act shall be counted for purposes of division nor receive per capita rrember pa~ts of nore than one such tribe. or other benefits as a Such person shall be required to establish nenbership in one such tribe prior to being counted. No person who has shared under the provisions of the Secretarial Plan effective July 17, 1983, for the use and distribution of FOtawatomi joognent funds, or who has shared under the provisions of the Secretarial Plan effective November 12, 1977, for the use and distribution of Saginaw Olippewa judgnent fuoos, or who is a xrember of the Ke~w Bay Olippewa Indian C.cmnunity of Michigan, shall be eligible for enrolllrent under the provisions of this subsection. -10- �I I Tribal enrollnent status shall be determined for all purposes under this Act as of the date of the Act. Cc> In preparing the current rolls the Secretary shall utilize the Horace B. Durant Roll, approved February 18, 1910, of the Ottawa and Oiippewa Tribe of Michigan, as qualified and corrected by other rolls and records available to the Secretary, including the Durant Field Notes of 1908-09 and the Annuity Payroll of the Ottawa and Olippewa Tribe of Michigan approved M:ly 17, 1910. The Secretary is authorized to en;>loy the services of tribal and descendant group enrollment review corrmittees. Cd> The Secretary shall piblish notice of the preparation of the rolls and the deadline for filing applications in the Federal Register and in appropriate local rredia. SUch applications shall be filed with the Secretary or the respective tribes within 180 days from the date of this Act. Appeals shall be handled in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary. The share of the descendant group shall be distributed per capita by the Secretary, in sums as equal as possible, to all persons so enrolled. Ce> The funds in docket 18-R shall be divided between the Bay Mills Indian Carmunity and the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe on the basis of the respective nurrbers of enrollees in each tribe as provided in subsections Ca>, Cb> and Cc> of this section and shall be added to -11- �I ;,.. the shares of these tribes of the funds in dockets 18-E and 58, and 364. Sec. 3. The share of the Bay Mills Indian Ccmm.u1i ty shall be used and distributed in terms of no nnre than 80 percent being available for per capita paynents and no less than 20 percent for tribal social and econanic developrrent purposes, which may include the establis~nt pa~ts; of an investment designed to yield pericdic dividerxi Provided that all m:mbers of the tribe, born on or prior to and living on the date of this Pict, participate in any tribal distribution in the form of per capita paynents. Any funds left fran a per capita paynent shall be aided to the programing portion. Sec. 4. The share of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians shall be invested by the Secretary and shall be utilized by the tribal governing bcrly, on an annual budgetary basis, subject to the ...... approval of the Secretary, for tribal social and econanic developrent programing. establis~nt pa~ts Such programing may include the of an investment designed to yield pericrlic dividerrl to all enrolle:l m:mbers of the tribe. percent of such funds shall be utilized for the t.bt nnre than 20 establis~nt of an Elderly Assistance Program which shall include pericrlic assistance paynents to all tribal members of at least 55 years of age on the date such pa~ts are declared, the first of such paynents to be made one year of the date the tribal share is determined. -12- The �Secretary is authorized to assist the tribe in seeking and establishing local investments of all or a portion of the tribal share. Sec. 5. The share of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Olippewa Indians shall be used and distribute:i in terns of no rrore than 80 percent being available for per capita paym2nts and no less than 20 percent for tribal social and economic developrent purposes, which may inclu:ie the establishrrent of an investment designed to yield pericrlic dividend payments; Provide:i that all m:mbers of the tribe, born on or prior to and living on the date of this Act, participate in any tribal distribution in the fonn of per capita paynents. Any funds left from a per capita payxtent shall be crlded to the programing portion. Sec. 6. The per capita shares or paym2nts of living, corrpetent adults shall be paid directly to them. The per capita shares or payxtents of deceased individual beneficiaries shall be detennined and distribute:i in accordanc-e with regulations prescribed by the Secretary. Per capita shares or payxtents of legal incorrpetents and minors shall be handle:i as provide:i in the Act of October 19, 1973 (87 Stat. 466>, as amended January 12, 1983 (96 Stat. 2512). Sec. 7. None of the funds distribute:i per capita or as dividend payxtents or rrade available under this Act for programing shall be subject to Federal or State incom: taxes, nor shall such funds nor -13- �their availability be considered as inc:x:lm:! or resources nor otherwise utilized as the basis for denying or reducing the financial assistance or other benefits to which such household or nember ~ld otherwise be entitled under the Social Security Act or, except for per capita shares in excess of $2,000, any Federal or federally assisted programs. AS OF APRIL 30, 1984, total balance of Chippewa and Ottawa award is slightly below 27 million. Joe John CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS Continued. In adulthood, children of alcoholics are will develop these disorders, however. more likely to experience severe depressionClearly, in recognizing the special needs than are children of nonalcoholics. This of these children, we must be prepared is particularly true for families whose to do more than just pay lip service to depression appears to result from the the problem. stress of living in an alcoholic home. Children of alcoholics are an ideal Research has shown, for example, that target group for treatment and prevention when daughters of alcoholics are adopted efforts. We must develop materials and in early life and raised by nonalcoholic p~og~ams that will benefit these childparents, their depression rate is no ren. By early assessment and interventdifferent than normal. ion, we may help some children escape Perhaps the greatest risk to children of the problems they might otherwise have alcoholics is the risk of developing developed, and thereby lead more normal alcoholism themselves. Whether the devel- and satisfying lives. opment of alcoholism in the children of alcoholics is related to environmental or inherited factors (or both), is not known. (Research in family studies of alcoholism has received considerable attention at Hazelden in recent years.) While children of alcoholics have a higher risk of developing a number of disorders, it is important to remember that being at risk for a disorder is not the same as developing the disorder. In fact, most children of alcohqlics will not develop these disorders. A greater percentage of children of alcoholics than nonalcoholics -14- �IS- HISTORICAL COUNCIL We want to bring our eldera together to have an old time Indian gathering the way our people uaed to do • . We want to hear our oral hietory and old atoriea and keep our traditions alive •. Many of our eldera have pasaed into the next world before their knowledge was passed on to the next generation. One of our eldera has told us it is time to bring the message that was told to him by hie father. Because we feel this council is so important to Indian people admiaeion ie free and two meals will be provided daily • . Houaing .:ill be provided in the community !or those elders who do not wish to stay at the camp grounds. ElderB will be given first priority in every aspect of this council. An elder also does not have to have gray hair to be considered an elder but is someodeTwho ie respected for their knowledge and looked to for guidance from their community. we want to unite the Three Fires again through our traditions, not politics. TRADITIONAL 'PC1rl 'W(Jr{ ,4"'"1-" !>r The pow wow will immediately follow the elders council and end on 3'111e 26, 198~. The p~w wow will also be an old time gathering with no contests, prize money, judges, strictly social. We also want this to be a learning time with some of our old dances and songs taught. dance with us. Every one ie invited to come and Host drum ie Little Thunder, all singers, dancers and drume ' are encouraged to attend. For further information please contact Ron Wemigvaee at 601 Second Street Harbor Springs, Michigan. 616-526-7920. • -15- �~1 ~I �I + ~ I~ ~ Dci ! ~ I I <t I I I VJ ! I 1 i ..... · ~ !~ ' ·4- I I I ' I ~ I ()() -- \)- I } ,,, Cl' & I I I .£. 0 <l) S) ~l + V) 4) I/) "' ' ~ I I (;) I ....... VJ Ii I ... 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I D .r::=oc:=:=>nc:~ac:::::::::><~ Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council PERMiT NO. 690 •llC Ga;.t-10 ii.A l'IV:O, MIC.Ii 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 • BE'I'l'Y JONES - LIBRARY GRAND VALLEY STATE COLLEGE ALLENmLE, MI 49401 � 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. 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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/e8b5c6cd7b535305c743948a3a4491da.pdf 3e80c9da6c6c89e030b5cf1e48070655 PDF Text Text GR'AND AllIT STATE CJl~fGES I UBR~<f'f REGIONAL AFFAIRS RESflURCES GENTER I TURTLE TALK - AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 1985 Executive Director - J. 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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W., Lower Level Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6399 TELE: (616) 458-4078 FAX (616) 458-2096 Mishikenh Geegadohawen L E T T E R AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 1997 ARTIST~'> ' Highlight~ '11'11chi11g' ( Jf'f!te Seve11 ( ira11dfa!lwrs . . .. . . ... I . I /J. I J 01'/'l?. I Jf.R FOR OUR 11 : 1nR . .1 I ' I NI'.. \ ''IS .\/.11(/'.' . l ' I >//·N '.RF\'< '/'.' //\' J'Ol 'R s no.v. ('lfl/.I) !'.'/)( 'C.4 GET I \H JJ.1 '/JJ " ............ 3 l'i1111ill' /r,·flne.H Dav prese11ts, "( '«fehrari11g ( )ur Tradi1io11s .. 3 / ' u1r 11 ·,,11 · r:n•11/s ( 'a/e11dar . .3 ( '111/ ,., ,,. . I.\ llcR/( '. I .V /.\DH\' . lf'PLIC.· ITIOXS FOR · fl :..JIXER MEADOW - RETIREA !ENT COMA/UNITY .vmr BOOK REIE4SE All-SO<>-CAV-N.-lH-NAH by Si111011 0110 ........ .... ....... . .. . 117wr a 7J1011glir ... F.11'1/Lf TIME The Spirit of Com . .. . .. .. ........ .-lugust Birthdays " .\11111<1 di bish ka win .. 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CODE OF ETHICS . . . . . . . . . 9 9 JO 10 II fl Teachings Of The Seven Grandfathers told by Dominic Eshkakogan We have to take care of the earth or we will not have a home. We all share in this responsibility. The key word here is "responsibility." We need to make sure that the earth will always be here for future generations. Each morning let us remember to greet our grandmothers and grandfathers, whose spirits are in the many glories that surround us. They taught us, as they had been taught by their elders, how to take care of the earth. We are staying away from the teachings given to us. Our young people do not pray and give thanksgiving. Our priorities are all messed up. We need to know the teachings of our grandmothers and grandfathers to give us direction and balance. Our leaders are young; they also need to listen and learn. We need their participation. To take care of the earth and the community of life we need to remember the teachings of the First Elder, who has handed on the gifts of knowledge that he received from the Seven Grandfathers when he was just a boy. Each grandfather gave him a great gift. One gave him the gift of Wisdom, and he learned to use that wisdom for his people. Another gave the gift of Love so that he would love his brother and sister and share with them. The third offered the gift of Respect, so that the First Elder would respect everyone, all human persons and all the things that are created . Bravery was the next gift, bravery to do things even in the most difficult of times. One grandfather gave the boy Honesty so that he would be honest in every action and provide good (Continued on page 2) �• 2 August/September 1997 .---------------~ : Grandfathers told him, "Be true in Native American Prevention Services Slaff: Lora Church l'nigram l)iredor Hunter Genia l'ren:ntion SpecialisUEducator Renee Dillard I're\' en ti un Speci aIi st/Educ ator Jennifer Jones l'reYenlion Specialist/Educator Bett~ Dnis l\mtracted l'ren~ntion Specialist/Educator Wanda Blanco Ollicc Sc1Tices Coordinator everything that you do. Be true to yourself and true to your fellow man. Always speak the truth." They told him, "Each of these teachings must be used with the rest; you cannot have wisdom without love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility and truth. You can not be honest if you use only one of two of these, or if you leave out one. And to leave out one is to embrace the opposite of what that teaching is." If each one of the seven gifts is not used together with the others, we cannot function . Today we should live by these seven teachings even though we need to work hard to < >ur program stri\'es to ensure the embrace them. Sometimes it is hard information and services pro\'ided are to respect someone who has hurt culturalh rekYant and age-appropriate you. If we don't practice honesty, We PrO\ide: we cheat. If we don't practice Information-relevant to the Native truth, we will lie. We must go back ./\mcncan lifost\k. to the knowledge that the Seven Assistance and referrals-can be prmided I Grandfathers taught the First Elder, Ill cummunitY members as "ell as prnkssi(1nals about 1s;;ues related to i who passed the teachings on to 1 other generations. AT<>D !he poal of .\"ative American Prevention .\en-ices is 111 deliver services and i11/i)Jma1w11 1hat encourag<' healthy 11/i's(vles while discouraging the use of alcohol and of her drugs. . NatiYC American Youth Groups-are JI\ ided according to grade level and med once a "eek throughout the vear. And we must teach our children when they are young to value the Consultations and Presentations- an he medicines and healing practices of to schools, organizations, pro\ided their grandmothers and cornmunitv groups, including parents. on substance abuse prc\·ention and/or culturally grandfathers, and to appreciate the related topics. . role of the medicine people and the Special Programs and Acth·ities- are ' ceremonies that were held at various prnYideJ to \'outh, parents and elders. I times of the year. All these teachings will give us direction and balance. One feelings in his heart. grandfather gave the boy Humility, The teachings of the Medicine to teach the boy to know that he Wheel are important, too. The was equal to everyone else, no circle of the Medicine Wheel better or no less, just the same as represents harmony with nature and anybody else. The last gift that he with all of our relatives. The earth received was Truth. The turns in a circle, and the birds make their nests in circles; the Anishinabe dance in a circle, and the four seasons of life, childhood, youth, middle age and elderhood, form the circle of life. The circle of the Wheel stands for the sun and the moon, and for all round things in Creation. It should remind us that we may do nothing that may harm the children, for they are the ones who must care for Mother Earth tomorrow, and for the generations to come. Each of us is responsible for taking care of the children and of Mother Earth; each .of us is responsible for teaching others to do the same . Congratulations to our Program Director, Lora Church, and her husband Casey Church on the birth of t~eir baby girl, Nizoni Moon Church! She was born on August 19, 1997 at 10:51 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 3 oz. Please let us know if you have any additions to your family as well and we can publish them in Turtle Talk! �• 3 August/September 1997 A DAY OF PRAYER FOR Ol 'R \X'ATER PARENTS, MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATION, GET INVOLVED!! W\· rl'<.jUl'sl the pleasure of your company al an event lwnoring .. Our Motlier Earth's Life Blood .. The Native American Advisory Council is looking for parents who are willing to help our Native American youth become successful and to help them achieve their goals. Salnnlay,:3cpkmber 27th from Sunrisl' lo Sunset. Ah-Nah-Awen Park, Grand Rapids, MI. * Pr,1yl'fS fn 1111 sunrise un ti] sunset .,. Environ111cnlal education hool11s * Cl1ildrens lm1lthfu] aclivily lenl ' Pr,1yt'r circles * :\ ,1 liVl' [, \1 id hot> th * :3 pl'<l kl' rs 1 We as Native adults need to be role models, we need to be involved in decisions that affect the future of Native American children. ' The Native American Advisory Council needs parents and Pipt' Cl'rcnwnics will be offered by: community members who are Frank Busli, Jack Chamhcrs, anJ committed and dedicated in helping J11c Mitchell with the education of children. our In the past year accomplishments include: * Senior Day held at Central High School (on Senior day, we 1.l'atl :::-pon5llr: Native i\n1erica11 invited students who were seniors to I \·c.'vt·n l ic. ~ c.·rvil·es. l . . {l- ~pl lJl~Or~; come in and receive information on \X ' l'5l /\ \ id1iga11 I '. nvironmental Action financial aide). Coum·il, ln5liluk for Global Education, * Spring gathering held at l~rnml \ 'u liey :3tate l ;niwrsity \X'a ter Sibley Elementary. (The full circle l\csourcc5, Calvin College program performed for their I :nvir<>11mt•nt.1I Steward::l1ip Coalition classmates and guests. They also "f 1mliun ~ 1 rog rams aml Scrvi1:e::, The had an exhibit set-up with their l-(,1 ll'ri Cirdcs, Tl1e Gram! l\apids crafts). C, >nmnmily Colil'ge for Environmenlul * Senior Banquet held at ::=:tmli,·;, Tl1e \alive Ameril'an Student , Union High School (Our Native ,\;w,·i,1 lilln ,,[ O.\'.S.l '. ' American seniors were honored for their achievements). lhin~ Y<'ur l3L111kel; Or Clidir:< ;\11J Get * Mentor/Tutor Training l 'cim forldble held at Lexington (Twenty-five I ;,,r 111ore i11forn1,ilion l ' dlJ 458-4078. To Native American community ,.,. [ up ,111 inf1>rni.1lio11dl hootb, pleMe call members attended this training). Jcff at -15-1-16-12. H,11wr Snngs hy the Owashlinong Clnmg-A-Ming drum. )l) 1 I '. \ '<'T)'Olll' j,. Wl'lni111c to come dnJ join u~ll The council is inviting you as a parent of a child at Grand Rapids (GRPS) Public Schools to part1c1pate, to get involved, to volunteer, no special skills needed, just concerned parents so that this year can be more successful than last year. But, without your continued . support and help we cannot achieve this goal. If you are interested in becoming a member of our council . and would like more information, please call Trisha Trasky at 784-5001 or Betty Davis at 771-2189. Thank you, Trisha Trasky, Council Member lF'amily VVellness D&y presents, "Celebrating Our Traditions" September 13th along the Owashfowug at Ri'\·ersid<" Parlk Pavilion. Nati'\'<' i\m<>rican Prevention Services is proud aml honored to bring you a very welJ known teacher and artis{: Edward Gray Uikiwc~ Join us as we all will have the opportunity to raise a copper howl, traditionally. This event is for ail Native American Families. ~re will host breakfast, lunch, and dinner. JPlease call the pt't'wntion office Al 458--11078 and let un know how man y will att .. nJ so we can pldn appropriatel y. No Drugs or Alcobol Tl.is event is free! �• 4 August;September 1997 Pow Wow Events Calendar Sept. I 3-14th 8th Traditional Pow Wow. Holton. MI at Holton County Fairgrounds. For more info: 616-7738312. Sept. 20-21 7th Annual Zog Da Wah Traditional Indian Pow Wow. A usable. ML Children ·s Park For more info call : 517-739-1994. Sept. 20-21 Maple River Gathering. St. Johns. ML Uncle John's Cider Mill. For more info call : 517-339-3443. Sept. 26-28. Mich. Ind. Day Celebration. 15th Annual Pow Wow. Detroit ML For more info call: 313535-2%6. October 4-5 5th Annual Wind. Rain, & Fire Traditional Pow Wow. Idaville, Indiana. Sponsored by Miller·s Tree Farm. 11197 East 700 N. For more infonnation call Buffalo Heart at 219278- 702 I. October 18-19 4th Annual Land of Falling Waters Traditional Pow Wow. Jackson County, ML Location to be announced. For more information call Linda Cypert at 616-781-6409. Call For AMERICAN INDIAN ARTISTS! AMERICAN INDIAN Art Show and Auction Friday November 14, 1997 6:00 p.m. The BOB, 20 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids FOR MORE INFQRM_ATIQN_CAL.1: Levi A Rickert--Potawatomi (616)336-4194 or write North American Indian Center 215 Straight, NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR WALKER MEADOW RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Low Income Apartments for Seniors ANNUAL INCOME REQUIRMENTS: Single Household $16,600 Two Person Household $18,950 Call 949-4191 OPERA TED BY PORTER HILLS PRESBYTERIAN VILLAGE What a Thought .... "Then I was standing on the highest mountain of them all, and round about beneath me was the whole hoop of the world. And while I stood there I saw more than I can tell and I understood more than I saw; for I was seeing in a sacred manner the shapes of all things in the spirit, and the shape qf all shapes as they must live together like one being. And I saw that the sacred hoop of my people was one of many hoops that made one circle, wide as daylight and as starlight, and in the center grew one mighty flowering tree to shelter all the children of one mother and one father. And I saw that it was holy." *NEW BOOK RELEASE* AH-SOO-CAN-NAH-NAH by Simon Otto Translated it means, STORYTELLER The book contains legends and stories from the past. The author remembers them from childhood days. Some stories were heard from the elders and wise ones, some have never been told before. This is the third book written by Simon Otto. He has written other books. Available are: *WALK IN PEACE *GRANDMOTHER MOON SPEAKS *AU-BE-NAH-BING For more information you may write: Simon Otto 3267 N. Club Rd. Indian River, MI 49749 or call (616)238-7728 Black Elk (Black Elk Speaks, told through John G. Neihardt, University of Nebraska Press, Lincoln, 1961) "Often in the stillness of the night, when all nature seems asleep about me, there comes a gentle rapping at the door qf my heart. I open it; and a voice inquires, "Pokagon, what ofyour people? What will their future be?" My answer is: "Mortal man has not the power to draw aside the veil qf unborn time to tell the.future of his race. That gift belongs of the Divine alone. But it is given to him to closely judge the.future by the present, and the past. " Simon Pokagon (1830-1899) Potawatomie �Grand Valley State • 5 August/September 1997 FAMILY TIME SEP 18 1997 The Spirit of Corn University Libra(J (CONTINUED FROM LAST MONTHS ISSUE) The elder was sad and promised to hurry back to the village and tell the others how the Spirit of the Corn has .m.fferetl He told the others about the sad way he had found the good Spirit of the Corn and how their greed and carelessness had caused all their problems. ,\'omehow the people sun•il'ed that winter and when spring came, they found what little corn was left and planted it and took good care of their friend the com from that day on. Native American Prevention Services Septempeter 1997 1997 MON DAT SUNDAY TUESDAY I Pm Educaton Httting 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.. 1 8 14 Young Eagles 4-6 6:00p.m. -8:00 p.m. 16 17 12 23 Pttr Educator Httting 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Young Eagles k-J 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 5ewingCircl• 6:il0 -8:00 p.m. 28 f 29 Young Eagles k-l 6:00 -7:00 p.m. 24 Young Eagl•s 4-6 6:00 • 8:00 p.m. 6 II 12, 13 The Copper Bowl Raising EventRiverside Park Call 458-4078 for more info. 18 19 25 26 20 Native American Cultural ATOD Program 6:00 -8:00 p.m. Sewing Circl• 6:00 -8:00 p.m. 2l 5 Native Am•rican Cultural ATOD Program 6:il0 -8:00 p.m. Young Eagles 4-6 6:00 p.m .• 8:00 p.m. Pttr Educator Httting 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY FRIDAY 4 Native Am•rican Cultural ATOD Program 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 10 9 15 Young Eagles k-J 6:00 -7:00 p.m. l Young Eagl•s 4-6 6:00p.m .. -8:00 p.m. Pttr Educator Httting S:JO -7:00 p.m. Young Eagl•s k-l 6:00 -7:00p.m. THURSDAY . WEDNESDAY 2 1997 • Native American Cultural ATOD Program 6:00. 8:00 p.m. 30 Pttr Educator Httting 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. lowing Circl• 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 27 Day of Prayer for Our Water Ah-Nab-Awen Park. Sunrise to Sunset Call 4584078 for info. ~.l }I\. .)"1,1 \···· F ·'···.· .,,,,., • Plme call Hunter Genia for Youd1 Council Group Htttings. Anishinabe Youth between 7th-12th grades who i.n interuted plrue call 458-4078. �• 6 August/Se ptember 1997 August Birthdays "Muna di bisb ka win" Taylor A. Hatfield James McCann Rob Stone Elizabeth Marshall Jim Foster Et/die Pigeon Martin Wesaw Jeanette St. Clair Cl~fford Bailey Con1in Emery Francis Peters Easrl Schoenborn Jenna Pigeon Rose Hunt Michael Pigeon.I~ Maudeline McDonald Johnny Day Toni Kozar Jim Genia Sherri Mamagona Doris Allerding Nikki Schoen Sally Schoen Neegon Fox Debra Gibbs Brendan R. Pierce Michael J. Pierce Kelly Skinner Wayne Loonsfoot Sr. Annie Detz Jim Kelly Teens In Love; Teens In Danger !Jy /,ori Leatherman, RAT .E Falling in love is every girl's dream during her teeange years. Meeting Mr. Right, going to Friday night football games, or "hanging out" on Saturday night are meant to be fun and exciting during the high school years as teens begin to date. Unfortunately, for 1 out of 3 teenage relationships, instead of hugs and kisses, one of the partners is receiving punches and bruises; instead of being encouraged to do their best, they are told that they will never amount to anything in life; and instead of having the freedom to spend time with other friends and family, they are isolated from them and told that family and friends are the enemy. This is teenage relationship abuse, and it 1s wrong. Relationship abuse can consist of emotional, physical, and/or sexual abuse. Regardless of the form, however, it leaves the victim feeling worthless, isolated, and confused. Desperate to "fix" the relationship and make the abuser happy once again, the victim goes out of her way to do and say things that will please the abuser. Of course, she never will please the abuser because his abusive behavior is never a result of her actions or behaviors. Rather, they are a result of his need to have power and control over her, who she talks to, who she sees, and how she dresses. Her attempts to please the abuser only perpetuates the cycle of violence. In effect, she is encouraging him to continue his abusive tactics by showing him that she will obey his commands and do as he says. Let's look at the abuser for a minute. Statistics show that although abuse does occur to males, a majority of the abuse (90-95%) is directed at females . Furthermore, the abuse that -occurs to males is much less severe (pinching, scratching) than the abuse that occurs to females (punching, kicking, choking). His need to abuse often stems from the apparent lack of control he has felt in his life. The typical abuser often is raised in a home where little genuine affection or love exist between the parents and their children; violence may have been modeled for him by his parents in settling differences in the home; or he may have been a vicitim of abuse himself. Often abusers are not taught as children to see the value they have in themselves, but rather, are taught that they are nobody special. As a result, abusers tend to spend a great deal of time and energy regaining (or acquiring for the first time) the control in their lives which gives them a perceived sense of value that they had been denied during childhood. Although this may help us understand why an abuser chooses to abuse his partner, he needs to be told this behavior is wrong, and it must not be tolerated. Victims need to be told over and over again that the abuse is never their fault and that they are a good person who deserves to be treated with respect. Because of the intimate bond that is created between an abuser and his victim in a relationship, it is very · difficult for the victim to free herself from his control and leave the relationship. Fear, guilt, or (Continued on page 7) �• 7 August/September 1997 misinterpreted feelings of love continually pull her back into the unhealthy relationship while the abuse continues to push her away. She needs to be reassured of her decision to leave the relationship, and she needs to be surrounded by support and care as she attempts to break the bond that has held her to him. As parents, we need to provide that support and care. There are a variety of resources locally that teens and families experiencing the tragedy of teenage dating violence can access . Videos and reading materials which can help members of your family understand teenage dating abuse are available through R.A.V .E. of West Michigan (940-1144). Counseling services are available for victims and their families through the YWCA (459-4652) or Arbor Circle (458-7434). Multi-Cultural Office is looking for tutors to help with the "Full Circle" afterschool program. This program assists Native American children at Sibley Elementary, two afternoons a week . We are also looking for tutors to help with our high school students, especially in the areas of Algebra, Geometry, and English. If you are interested and would like more information on becoming a tutor, please contact Betty Davis at 771-2189. Women's Resource Center Center offers: NONTRADITIONAL OCCUPATIONS ORIENTATION FOR WOMEN Tuesday, September 23, 1997 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. No charge; pre-registration requested A free informational session focused on higher-wage careers that are "nontraditional" for women such as carpentry, heavy equipment operation, tool & die, fire fighting, and machining to name just a few. Includes a video, a wide variety of resource materials, and discussion of relevant issues. Location: Women's Resource Center 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 220 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 To register or for more information, call Chris Belding, Coordinator, at 458-5443 . NATIVE AMERICAN ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING SATURDAYS AT 12:00 P.M. LOCATION: SECOND CHANCE 648 W. F1JLTON OPEN TO ALL ANY QUESTIONS: CALL SUE OR KEVIN IVES AT 363-9537. Young Eagles 4-6 Grade Schedule 1st Week: 9-3-97 Introduction to Meditation 2nd Week: 9-10-97 Community Responsibility Part i 3rd Week: 9-17-97 Community Responsibility Part 2 4th Week: 9-24-97 Crafts ancl Traditional Lessons Part 1 5th Week: 10-1-97 Crafts and Traditional Lessons Part 2 6th Week: 10-8-97 Parent Nite We are not scheduling Young Eagles for the next two weeks ( 1015-97 and 10-22-97). This gives us a chance to plan for the next six week session and catch up on other events in the community. We will start meeting again and get a new schedule on 10-29-97. We hope this helps you in planning around other family activities. �• 8 August;September 1997 September Birthdays ''Muna di bish ka win" Jollie Mackey Jacob Medura Loretta Youllt Rob Herr Louis Wesaw Jimmy Bush Jr. JohllllY Noah Seam Winters Dorothy Medacco Karell M. Boda Tom Herr Faroll Bowell Nicholas Cavasos Gary Rueckert Harold Shaw Jellnie Pigeon H elell Hillmall Melissa Shomin Rachelle Hillman Kevill Ives Jr. Loraine "Olive" Pigeon Robert Comer Jr. Grace Peters Darcy Cramptoll Tanya Rapheal H elell Chippewa Salldra Sanchez Toni Vande Voren Brian Pierce Paula Pierce John Kozar Colleen Floyd Bart Gibbs Kath~vn Kahgegab Jeremy Atwood Kiana Atwood Jacob "Nebi11an" Mackey Native Youth Leadership Collferellce The sixth annual Native Youth Leadership Conference convened in Grand Rapids, MI with forty youth representing nearly every federally recognized tribe plus several urban areas. The August 18-22nd conference gathered in order to help the youth tap into their leadership ability and potential as Anishinabe youth. The conference was coordinated by Native American Prevention Services of Grand Rapids which is currently a program of the Inter-Tribal Council of MI. Youth were challenged to work on the growing of their own leadership by engaging in many hands on initiatives that included games, challenge courses, communication through theater, and team building exercises. Healthy lifestyle areas focused on alcohol use/abuse, healthy relationships, and HIVI AIDS prevention as well as reinforcing cultural values. A highlight of the conference included De-Ba-Jeh-Mu-Jig Theater Group from Wikwemikong, Ontario who presented an entertammg performance one of the evenings and followed it up with a one day training the following afternoon. De-ba-jeh-mu-jig "meaning storytellers in Ojibway and Cree" is a professional group of Anishinabe performers that have traveled extensively and is committed to the vitalization of the Anishinabeg culture, language and traditions through education and original creative expression. The youth of the conference worked closely in small groups with a facilitator from the group and worked on communication, team-building, and expression of youth issues through theater. Debajehmujig Pose! Strong healthy lifestyle messages were given by Thurman Bear (Medicine Bear Academy of Detroit), Sharla Smith (intern with Inter-Tribal Council of MI) and Harry Simpson (AIDS Speakers Bureau from the Michigan State Medical Society). All expressed abstinence as a choice to help stop the cycle of unhealthy lifestyles. The youth were also put to the test by participating in the challenge course · at Camp O'Malley which included a low team building initiative, high ropes course, and a climbing wall. Cultural warrior games also seemed to be a favorite of the youth as it spoke to honor and respect values from our teachings. Jack Chambers from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewas and (Continued on page 9) �• 9 August/September 1997 Renee Dillard from the Grand River Bands of Ottawas spoke to the meaning of a warrior through their own experience and also teachings from our culture. American Cancer Society, North American Indian Center of Grand Rapids, [ndian Family Resources and Native American Prevention Services, Family Independence Agency - Indian Outreach Program, Kent County Health Department- Women 's Health Network, Cheny Street Health Services - Westside Health Center, YWCA -EncorePlus Welcome you to the ... "CIRCLE OF LIFE" Lastly, a commitment ceremony concluded the conference in which those youth who were ready to make a commitment to leadership and healthy lifestyles shared their vision of what that commitment entails for their own personal lives. Each one that committed were given a saymaa pouch with a medicine wheel attached as a symbol of their commitment. The conference in 1998 will again be in August with a sight unannounced at this time. Information will be mailed out in the spring and all youth who are interested are encouraged to contact their youth program coordinator or tribe for more information. Breast Cancer Education and Awareness Program for Native American Women October 18, 1997 11 :00 - 11 :30 AM Registration 11 :30 AM Program & Lunch Guest Speaker: Dr. Sandy B. Gladding, M .D . West Side Complex 215 Straight NW Grand Rapids, Michigan Free Lunch Child care will be provided by the Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council Give Away For reservations call North American Indian Center 336-4194 Native American Prevention Services - 458-4078 Native Youth Peer Educators Getting Ready "Great Spirit, Great Spirit, my Grandfather, all over the earth the faces of living things are all alike .... Look upon these faces of children without number and with children in their arms, that they may face the winds and walk the good road to the day of quiet. " Black Elk (1863-1950) Eight youth came together for a project just getting off the ground in our office. These youth participated in a four day training concentrating in four areas: alcohol, healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and culture and traditions. They are currently meeting once a week by their request and ambition to moYe forward with the project and work on presentations using drama, role plays, and culture as a means of communication to other youth. Individuals from our own community and the broad community with expertise in certain fields will be and or have been contacted to help provide better insight into different areas youth have expressed an interest in spreading positive and healthy messages against. These youth will eventually be using cultural values and teachings as a means to also educate the broad population of youth about our culture and how our culture helps us stay on a healthy path. We kindly and respectfully ask your support for these youth as they have made a one year commitment as a peer educator to practice the messages they spread ..... thank you. Hunter Genia Chow Time.... Say "Cheese!" �• I 0 August/September 1997 Ankle, Ankles Bakwaakgonaagan, Bakwaakgonaaganan Foot, Feet Toe, Toes **A Fun Family Activity!!** These letters sound like this: oo - as in- "moon" aa - as in - "ah" Before you go to sleep at night, go over with your family the body pai1s in the Eastern Ojibway Language .. Head - Dip - Shtigwaan Body - Wiiyaw Arm, Arms - Nik, Nikan Elbow, Elbows - Dooskon, Doosknan Hand, Hands - Ninch, Ninjiin Finder, Fingers - Ninjiinhs, Niijiinsan Shoulder, Shoulders Dinmaangan, Dinmaagnan Leg, Legs - Kaat, Kaadan Hip, Hips - Noogan, Nooganan Knee, Knees - Gidik, Gidikgoon - Zit, Zidan - Zidenhs, Zidensan Eye, Eyes - Shkiinhzhik, Shkiinzhgoon Ear, Ears - Taway, Tawgan Mouth -Doon Nose - Jaanhsh Hair - Miinjizan, Miinzisan If your family practices these vocabulary words repeadedly, before you know it, you will know your body parts in Eastern Ojibwayl WORDS FROM LEONARD PELTIER Excerpts from Statement of Leonard Peltier, From Spirit of Crazy Horse ) Official Newsletter for the Leonard Peltier Defense Committee) June/July 1997. On October 21st and 22nd I ask ' that everyone who can travel to Washington, DC, make the effort to join our Lobby Campaign. We need people to walk the halls of Congress and the Senate, to speak with elected officials and to distribute information. There will be a briefing session prior to the office visits, so be prepared to take notes and learn the most important historical facts and up to date information on my case from my lobbyist and a member of my lead counsel. A press conference will be held as well. Let them know that to get to the facts, oversight hearings as proposed by Senators Ben Nighthorse Campbell and Daniel Inouye are in order. Start taking action NOW. Call your Senators and Congress people and educate them. Ask them to contact Senators Campbell and Inouye to voice their support for intervention in my case. If you do not know who your representatives are or how to get in touch with them, please call Lisa at the LPDC and she will give you information accessed from the Congressional Directory. Help us raise the fund we need to ensure our success with this project Send donations to the LPDC right away. Leanord Peltier Defense Committee (LPDC) P.O. Box 588 Lawrence, KS 66044 Phone: 913/842-5774 Fax: 913/842-5796 Home Page: www.unicom.net/peltier/index.html Submitted by Leonard Peltier Support Group (LPSG)/West Michigan 7063 Brewer NE Rockford, MI 49341 616/866-4963 e-mail: ac.jazz@loLshareworld.com �• I I August/September 1997 }rom "The Sacred Tree ", Produced Collaboratively by: Judie Bopp, Michael Bopp, Lee Brown and Phil Lane THE MEDICINE WHEEL This is an ancient symbol used by almost all the Native people of North and South America. There are many different ways that this basic concept is expressed : the four grandfathers, the four winds, the four cardinal directions, and many other relationships that can be expressed in sets of four. Just like a mirror can be used to see things not normally visible, the medicine wheel can be used to help us see or understand things we can ' t quite see or understand because they are ideas and not physical objects. The medicine wheel teaches us that the four symbolic races are all part of the same human family. All are brothers and sisters living on the same Mother Earth The medicine wheel teaches us that the four elements, each so distinctive and powerful, are all part of the physical world All must be respected equally for their gift of life. The medicine wheel also teaches us that we have four aspects to our nature the physical, the mental, the emotional, and the spiritual. Each of these aspects must be equally developed in a healthy, well-balanced individual through the development and use of volition (i .e. will) . NATIVE CODE OF ETHICS From "Teachings of the A1edicine Wheel"; .E,aited by },lnestine Buswa & Jean Shawana l . Each morning upon rising, and each evening before sleeping, give thanks for the life within you and for all life, for the good things the Creator has given you and others, and for the opportunity to grow a little more each day. Consider your thoughts and actions of the past day and seek for the courage and strength to be a better person. Seek for those things that will benefit everyone. 2 . Respect. Respect means to ' feel or show honour or esteem for someone or something; to consider the well-being of, or to treat someone or something with deference or courtesy.' Showing respect is a basic law of life. someone else (especially sacred objects) without permission, or an understanding between you. - Respect the privacy of every person. Never intrude on a person's quiet moments or personal space. - Never walk between people who are conversing. - Never interrupt people who are conversing. - Speak in a soft voice, especially when you are in the presence of Elders, strangers or others to whom special respect is due. - Do not speak unless invited to do so at gatherings where Elders are present (except to ask what is expected of you, should you be in doubt) . - Never speak about others in a negative way, whether they are present or not. - Treat the earth and all her aspects as your mother. Show deep respect for the mineral world, the plant world, and the animal world. - Treat every person from the tiniest child to the oldest Elder with respect at all times. - Show deep respect for the beliefs and religions of others. - Special respect should be given to Elders, parents, teachers and community Elders. - Listen with courtesy to what others say, even if you feel that what they are saying is worthless. Listen with your heart. - No person should be made to feel 'put down' by you; avoid hurting other hearts as you would avoid a deadly poison. - Touch nothing that belongs to 3. Respect the wisdom of the people in council. Once you give an idea to a council or a meeting it no longer belongs to (Continued on page 12) �• 12 August/Se ptem ber 1997 you . It belongs t9 the people. 4 . Be truthful at all times, and under all conditions. 5. Always treat your guests with honour and consideration. Give your best food, your best blankets, the best part of your house and your best service to your guests. 6. The hurt of one is the hurt of all , the honour of one is the honour of all. 7. Receive strangers and outsiders with a loving heart and as members of the human famil y. 8. To the races and tribes in the world are like the different coloured flowers of one meadow. All are beautiful. As children of the Creator they must all be respected . 9 . To serve others, to be of some use to family, community, nation or the world, is one of the main purposes for which human beings have been created. Do not fill yourself with your own affairs and forget your most important task. True happiness comes only to those who dedicate their lives to the service of others. 10. Observe moderation and balance in all things. I I . Know those things that lead to your well-being, and those things that lead to your destruction. Grand Rapids Public Schools West Middle School 615TurnerNW Grand Rapids, MI -'950-' 12. Listen to and follow the guidance given to your heart . Please exq1se the lateness of . this Turtle Talk issue. Thank you for your patience, continue to provide us input on how we can improve your newsletter, and enjoy the upcoming fall season. 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Fos·rER ASSISTANT EDITOH •••••••••••.•••••••••••••••• , ••••••• vrncnNI A MEDACCO HEFR CIRCULATION ••• • •••.•••••••••• ROSS MOHGAN CLEHICAL AIDE. •• ELIZA "TOOTSIE 11 PETO.SKEY OFFICE ASSISTANT ( PAH'f TIME; • 1'YPISTS . .. ,. ...... $ ..... " fl .. "' • • ., ~ •• ••••• , HOSS MJRGilN :- •• '¢ •• ~ ...... ~ • ~ ........... " ,. TO~lI A. F'0::3TEE VIRGINIJ. MEDi\CCO HERR • ,. ...... •••••......•. TONI A. FOSTER ,.JANDA.HY • �.. Gi t-ga-wa·-ba-min Na-gutch ! BOO-SHOO! The snow has finally started to fall. Many people have awaited for this season so long while others could do without it. Anyways, it's good to know that the white blanket of snow has fallen on our Mother the Earth to keep her warm and prepare her for the seasons to come. I'm sure many of the cbildt•en are fascinated with the snowy season because to them they know that with Christmas just around the cocner it's the time of giving, get-together:;,, exchanging pres~nts, setting up the family Christmas tree, and yet another big dinner. Toni A. Foster, Editor of TURTLE TALK GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL INTRODUCING •••••• By Virgi.nia Medacco Herr ~CARPENTER Strangely enough 1 we're introducing B.ill Carpenter only to soon be bidding him I would like to remind everyone about the farewell, as he will be leavi.ng us in Christmas Party that tre Grand Rapids January to go back to school and study Inter-Tr·ibal Council, Na ti ve American Education Program, and Owl Indian OutAgronomy, which in laymen's terms means reach win sponsor together. The party's .scientific agriculture and in Bill's case, it will be organic gardening. date is set for December 15, 1978, 7:00 p.m., at the West Side Complex located at 215 Straight St. N.W. Everyone is Bill has been our Planner here since October 1977 and he's really a very invited to come and we hope thi§ yea~s nice person! party will be just as good of a turn-out as last years. Only I would like to say that if your' cl'iild is over 12 years of Originally from Detroit,, he has lived age, please don't think that we forgot you, in the Grand Rapids, area about five but these parties are really designed for years. He attended school i.n M:Llwa.ukee, the children and not young adults. But · M~rq~ette, and at the University of please feel free to at tend and donate some MJ.dngan, where he received his Mas ter.s of your valuable time. If you remember Degree i .n Public Administration. right one time we did the same for you. So let'3 make it as fun as it was when you He is married to Sue Fogarty who is a received gifts and candy okay? Registered Nucse and retai ns her maiden name, which Bill doesn't mind a bit. Also any things are needed for the party, They have two children, limy age eleven and Peter who is eight. so if you know of any church that wou1d take up a special collection please tell In his leisure hours he likes to run, them to do so. It's badly needed. cross country ski and hike. He also Finally don't forget the Center will studies garden:Lng and astronomy and is be closed from December 23 through also open minded about astrology. (MayJanuary 2, 1979. Hope you all have a guessing his Pisces sun sign helped.) be Merry Christmas and bring the year in RIGHT. We're going to miss his gentle good-naturedness around here. Much good luck to May the Great Spirit watch over us in you in the future, Bill! thig time of giving. ' �Dean Sprague Sheryl Mapes Merri Medawis Mun-son Foster Virginia Medacco Herr Kelly Compo DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to: Patsy Wonegeshik Roberta Hinmon Alberta Popma Brenda Kuieck Geri Conway Barb Stalzer Kathy Floyd David Russell Gordon Bush Ruthann Bailey Charlie Bush Nelxine Francis jr·remy Sheahan Ann Cooper june Wilson Angeline John Raymond Montpetit Francis Norberg Alice Brigham Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. And a belated happy birthday last month's oversights. Pat LaHaye Percy Bird Mike Berg Carol Bennett Linda Wheeler Sc.1san Marshall Nev. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. 1 4 4 6 8 8 10 11 12 Sherri Medawis Marcella Dunlap Harry Judson Judy Raphael Gary Sheahan Missy Johnson Ryan Sheahan Vivian Foster Eugene Warren Elsie Dudley Syl vi.a Swanson Harold Bush Jr. Elizabeth Marks Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. HOMr~r1.~KERS 18 21 2lt ~r~_ to~ 10 11 1 .!.. 2 ,, t:: 3 4 6 •7 I 8 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 11 Jan. Jan. l' Jan. 16 Jan.. 17 Jan. 17 ,Jan. 18 J;:in. 20 Jan. 20 Jan. 22 Jan. 22 CLUB } Micielle Johnson f'rom Planned Parenthood was with us on Nov. 8, to show a film on " A Family Talks about Sex.'' Had a gc,od discussion after the film. Cit.f zens Committee for criminal justice sent Sue Briggs, on the evening of t;Lov. 15 to shoiv' slides on the Juve- 4 1 15 15 Making beaded [l<~l t and pepper shakers along with God's eyes 1 were two of the projects Homemakers worlrnd on for the month of Ncvember. Also traded a few recipes. 25 25 21 22 23 12 13 -~--~ .... 21 22 Happy birthday to: Amos Rcsemary Day Gladys Chi vis Tenay.-a Foster Irene Wesley Marian VJesaw 17 JANUARY BIRTHDAYS Nova Susan Smith Elizabeth Gibbs Ja.n. ,}an. Jan. Jan. ~I N nile court system. This was what hap--· rxm~ to a young offender· after bein£I. picked up for an offem.. c', Had about a fiI'teen minute discuss~on on this t0p1c. Be+•-v "!.,...,,, hy l~rorr1 t'rie :'A'.· iJ_Cn:tr~an ' • ,, "i..·.,. .....i.:..t..: ....... u '-'oopera t:i ve Service will be at Homemakers Club Dec. ~, to give h).n ts on low cost weatherproofine":s· \<Jj_nt.er ts here and we all need to know how t.o control the heat loss from our homes . �NEWS FROM OUTREACH HECIPE CORNER We now have a part time worker who will be working only witb the Elders of our Native American Cormm.m:tty. She will .in ... form them of the services available and assist in obtaining the services for Hhich they qualify. She will still be furnishing transportation but will be co-ordinating rides with our van driver, Lou. Her name is Vi Compo., If you have any problem or que~Jtion give her a call. If she isn t t in the offk..e, ask for Shirley McDonald, who will help in any way she can. SALMON CAKES Our Thanksgiving Feast for the Elders on November 18, was a success, although we didn't have the turnout we expected. Our menu consisted of tu.ckey and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberries, squash, fruit and green salad, fried bread and homemade rolls. For dessert they had pumpkin, apple and mincemeat pie. Also cake and jello. l lbs. :Jalmonf flaked (include liquid 4 junj_per berrtes 1 crushed 1/3 cup corn meal 2 egr_~s, lightly beaten 213 cups milk Mix all ingredients together, spoon j_{1L1 a well-greased muffin tin, and bake .in a mode.rate oven, minutes. 3~i0 degcees F., for 30 Serve hot or cold. Note: Fresh o:r canned salmon may be used. CHERRIES SIMMERED WITH MAPLE SUGAR 1 lb. water-packed tart re::: pitted cberries l cup maple sugar After· dinner a film was shown ,.about Place the cherry juice and maple sug;;::r in a saucep2ri and boil for 10 minutes. in the cherries and simmer for 5 minut;:-;.;: . Serve hot or cold. Native Ameri.cans, and we had a couple hours of bingo. The grand prize for bingo, which ,was a ham, was won by Sylvia INDIAN PICKLES Swanson. Also we had a door p.cize, a popcorn popper donated by Herps, that was 4 lbs. green tomatoes won by John Gee. Everyc1ne seemed to h8V'.-; 4 lbs. ripe tomatoes 3 medium onion, peeled an enjoyable time. 3 sweet red peppers, seeded 1 J.arge cucumber We \-Jish to trwr,k the stores and people T CUJS chopped celery who donated and made the feast possible. 2/3 cujs sa1 t, add mt'r'e if needed Also we want to thank all tho helped us 3 pints vinegar in preparing and serving the dinner. 3 l b;o; • bro-w:i. sugar Thanks everyone! J. tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp8 white pepperSHIRLEY MCDQNALD :: OUTR£A~CH_DIRECTOR Chop ( oars1ey all the vegetables . .Sprin- kle with salt &nd let stand 12 hours. Drain well, discard liquid and all remainini:?, ingredients. Brin,_; to ::i. boi.l and simrncr s.:owly aoout 30 minutes 1 r.>ti.r·- ring occasionally. Pour into hot jars, adjust lids. Process in boilin~ water bath 12i2 degrees F.l five minutes. Rer1ove jars and (:OLiiplctc seals Lu1lG:3~ f;Jasses are :sel f-sealh1g type. DOU'(, 6 pints. 3 ViaV"':?' <1·· �Ciur sympatriy also to the fdrnil v of Ros,; N·~·' who'' pa<;.sed a.i,~:y r-ecBn tly: Y~ooke Zukowski, seven year old daugtter of Lind~ of ~~yoming 1 was recently hit by a car and suffered a broken leg. L-;.ttle Brooke is in St. Mary 1 s Hospital, but shouJd be home in time for Christmas. She will be wearing ?. cast fm~ quite A~d. w~ :ould like to send rna:<::; happy wisnea ~o some new brides here at the Council. Marv Ferrr.-"re 1" '-Je-" ----.:............., ....~"'--..::::--. l"'('Ceqt ,., .. ,, . . ·-.r , '··~ J2rr.v Hobert~ in a bea~uti fw' rr·a''; ·· 1· v.-,n,~ '--~v u . '1.J .... ~.J..'· cercmor:y at the home of' George Marti.n. .... _......_,_ - .L ..I;. sometime. Some new Nishnawbe babies bavi::: arrived among us in recent month.:J and we'd like ,,,.J'i'J'l . (We a.Lso know of another inar- r,o welcome them. ,_)u .hr • • • • • F.1rst of all there is little Benjamin to .knmif 1 come on .in and find out.) ,'.onroe Trux (sound like a U.3. den.t~?) ·-baby son of Jackie and Tom Trux, bor:1 Nov. 16 1 and weighing ln at 6 lbs. Our ed i to.r's mom, Louiso Mf,;dawis recent 1 y amputaLed f1,~r toe ina'freak accident ~t riage, but can' t r'<-'' peat'., but if you i..;ant:. presi- if formerly Jackie Sl1agonaby, daughter of Ge<,::Q;~e. J?lC.t<is JuLie:_ .Shananaque~ and .Colby Genereaux recently became the parents a baby boy al::'O born in November. Tl') is one weighed of t:iome, but t.he toe is back on and getting along f:Lne. Celia Sprague spent some time in the hosHope she i:;; feeling better! pHal. in at 7 lbs. l oz. Art 1-leitella is in St Mary 1 s Hosp1tal. reco\re1··ir\g'" i'rom a gunshot \J01.md hd r·e- !kJ.di Renee is the name p;i ven to the baby girl born- t.o Mr. and Mrs: Don Wilkerson ce.ived, recently. of Muskegon I r:eC"entfy:-1~rs. Wiiderson i.s the former Bi :..a Vanas. Hope he too j_s feel- ing b.: t. ter . And t..re \..rtsh. a. farewelI. to Dorothy She£tb. 3 r, who has gene to L2ke 0 r'rY>""l;,-;:-L.-ou·ic"a·.~a ..-..:.>J.. i l ..··~· ~. . . . . Anthony Bruce Dyer Jr.is the name given to tGe. baby boy-h::;rn-··on Nov. 11, to .8£2!:520. and Yvo~.P..1:~· to reside. Lit. tle ll.n U10ny ts b:irU: (~ittl~ Antt.~.on4 y?} Wt?.igt1t was 9 1ts. 9 oz. On. Nov. 23, Glenda Fetosk,;;y gave birth to T._i.· AJ a""wr10 '·;e.; ,:1·1-"'?'i"T'"; _ moth1.1r .Y 11 .. r-t ..... t..:> ..... l v ...._ b"'· •->.. 1 r: o ·• ~ ~ ....,.J .-: .,, 1l c George Snide rs are t!-1e proud pa1'fl\ ts 1 of a ba-by bay-;~ Br~Ian James> who w~s 001~n October 7th. -~-·- - - :.:;hirlev anc Eru, McDonald (jecarnf the p2.··· rt,'ln1:.s of a ba.b·v e;irJ,,. on T1~!a?'t·:··~p;t\rir!·s ---::.::..'----·-------~-· New baby 1 s name is ;\u_!~!;!~!:.. J:!§IE~e. Jur deepe~:;t sya1p~tr1y goes Ottt ·c.o the (,Joe ~ohn ...,!~arnily_ on t.he lc<;s of t-hei.r sol·1 Virg.i.l arnl his finncee in a tr~,((.c auto-, ;;QSIJ.e accideo». ..d WilJ - ~ :i;i.s..3 -1 '-'• {.?. Y"''"-'IJ _ ...... , nr·r· · ._ ....... - 2 • JI. n �And would you believe tbat my fir.st in·- clination was to decline? 11 0h I just couldn't," I told him, believir1g what I said to be true. But Tim wo.s pers:Lsta.nt and after d()ing somr:: thinking about it, I crn<ldn' t find a good reason why I rea.lly cotildn 't F.O. After convincing myself that I could co, I REALLY started to get excited about itt and had not even the slightest fear· of flying> even though it had been many years ::.iince I had flown. ( Jlnd not .in a jet . } The time had come. ·- I arrived at the airport hie;h with anticipation, and there eagerly waiting was my sistec Kathy. Dora arrived nDments aftec. Kathy and Dora also belong to the Kelloggsville Indian Par•ent. Corrunitt«:>e 1 Kathy being of Ottawa heritage, and KATHY BOWEN, DORA HARRIS & VIRGINIA HERR Dora belongi.ng to that notorius Apache tribe. (Ha. Ha. Dora, you can't hit me. I'm too far away. So put away that bow and arrow. ) MY CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL PILLED THIP PACKA LIFETIME OF MEMORIES fNTONIN'ESHOR'TDA!s) .Part. two (GR HOW TO . By Virginia Medacco Herr Spirits still in high gear, I returned from Stratford, on Friday October 6th, at about 10 PM. I spent Saturday with my family. But to unwind was impossible, since the very next day I would be boarding a plane wj. th my sister Ka thy Bowen, and friend Dora Harris, for · Niagara Falls to attend the 10th annual convention of the National Indian Education Associ.ation. Could this really be me??? More adventures ahead! ! ! SUNDAY OCTOBER 8TH. After a sleepless night (I mean honestly 1 how COULD I sleep'?), I was up and pack-ing. Bow did I 'get into all this'? Well, being a member of the Kelloggsville Schools Indian Parent Cormni ttee, I was pursuaded t.o go by our Coodinatoc, Mr. Timothy Moore. Departure time was :::;oon upon us. The three of us went through that gi.smo , metal detector thtng, and then moved on, but only after they were sure we were · not going to hi-jack tht plane and head for Wounded Knee or the Little Big Horn or someplace like that. "Do you have your ticket.s? 11 asked my practical level headed iistert (being througl1ly fa.miliar with the anti.cs of her scatter-brained sister). "Of course I do!" I answered assuredly, fumbled through my purse as a ;nae. ter of routine. A more frantic effort ensued to locate them 9 when they wern't where I expected them to be. I just knew they were j.n my purse. They were there only a minute ago! Panic seized me as I realized that they were no whe!'e to be found in either purse or pockets, and we were only minutes away from getas I ting on tifiat plane. �' 11 I can ' t f'J.nd them! " I finally admitted, and with that admission came a sinking hcaet. and the !'ealization that if they wer' not found and found quickly, I would not be getting on that plane. Oh wo1.:: is me! It could only happen t,o me. I just knew it htas too 1-;ood to be true! "Think!" said my level headed sister. demanding the i.mpo.ssible at a time l:iKe this. "Did you have them out, when we were sitting out there? 11 nyes, I believe I did. But I'm sure I put them back into my purse. 11 As we went back to tell the ladies at the rrietal detec:tor gi;;mo about my plight r Kathy remained calm. I was about to faint. Adding to rny panic, Kathy said, "Your expen~'Je money was also in that envelope wasn 1 t i.t?'1 Enscohscd in our seats - still in that crdert I drifted into a joyful delirium when the reality hit me that I was actually on that plane and would soon be flying to Niagara Falls. Seatbelts fastened, we were soon speeding down the runway, and with the sense of leavtng one's tummy still earthbound , we shot what seemed to be, almost vert~­ ically upward!!! (Gee! What a thrill i t must be for spacemen!) And need I say :t LOV~ i_t_?,?'? Soon everything on the earth became.~ minia t.ure and then grew hazy as we merged into the clouds. And before long, we were flying way ABOVE those frothy looking things . - What beauty!! l "Yes," I muttered weakly. .A.nd then the lady at the metal detecto1' gismo who seemed to be made of metal ''herself said, "And anybody can get those Lickets and turn them in for money. THEY AHE AS GOOD AS CASH t '' Upon wobbily 1egs aM with the support oi both Dora and Kathy (on e:i.thcr side of me,) I made it to the plane . My heart grew fainter! Looking at us curiously from the other uide of the metal detector gismo, stood Kachy 1 s husband, that shy Cheyenne. "Virginia lost her tickets! 11 Kathy shouted to him. I was too weak to speak. Well, here we sat. The three muskateers. {or is that Mousekateers'?) He would spend the rest of this ·day, plus f our happy more together. It seems we only just got up in this lavish carnival ride when we started to descend. Soon we were amongst the clouds <.::,:i;ain and then below them. The toy city C<:ime tnto view. The earth came closer ::nd closer. Down we came and as I commented to Dora (that well-seasoned traveler) that it was really a .smooth 12.nding, she smiled, 11 But we haven•t landed yet!" Oh. "See if they are ont or near, the seats wi1ere we were sitting, 11 she instructed ~•e were in Detroit. with perfect calm. In a moment the shy Cheyenne returned: tickets in hand. Mentally I sent him a million kisses in gratitude, because I was still too numb to speak. 0h what a relief! I was beg.inning to think that Virginia wasn;t go:Lng with us . Thank you, Don." 11 Since I still had not regained the use of my voice, I made a brei.f gesture indicatl.ng that I was ever so grateful. Since we had an hour to kill, we decided on some refreshments at a little establishment at the terminal. Kathy had a wh.i.skey sour 1 Dora had some red wine and 1 had a bloody mary. Then we had lunch . About five minutes before we were to boa1·ci the plane to Buffalo , the nice gentleman at the,ticket counter informed us that the plan~ -·was full ! "No sea ts ! 11 said he. "But we have tickets!" cried we. �It was a dampish Buffal:i that welcorn" •l But da1npi.sh only weatherwise 1 \;._>.~ us. cause there was an abundance of wa.rn tn at the airport terv-j_nal where we: were greeted by a welcoming committee of friendly ladies from the Niagara Fall. Indian Center. They 11ere there to drive us on the 50 mile or so trip h. to Niagara Falls. We had an amiable chat with our lad ,. driver and the two other lady paS$Ct> who were from Maryland, as we heade( n.::.rth. Before long we were crossi.t _. " ' the Niagara River and in the distai·c.. "Sorry," came his reply. ''Someone might we could see the mist rising wher'c relinquish their seats at the last minri.ver suddenly drops a hundred and t ' · ute, but if not, you'll have to wa.i.t un- sixty some feet. THAT is Niagara Fe. til '(:00 to get the next plane to Bui'falo.However 1 the falls themselves were : It was then about 3: 00. How could they visi.b.le .from that angle. do this to us? L We had to be at the hotel in Niagara F·alls .by 6: 00. Luck was with us. We were soon in the city itself an< found ourselves in front of the Rrwr··d, Inn where our new found friends we· " in tbe moJ'.1st 1.ike vies ther!:') were some gentlemt;)n who gave us their seats, and just in the nick of staying. time, Witfi undying gratitude t.o the~e strangers 1 we rushed tc the plane. Bidding ouP driver adieu, He enter<:. portals of ,Jol1n ':;; Niagara Jotel 1 \1·;'. ·1 we wc.uld be staying,) wi tn a breatht ,:,l( Breathless, we r-,.1rr1ed down the aish· to our back seats. True, they weren't the best seats in the world 1 but at least we would soon be in flight aga~cn. And ;.;s ~ it was the same thrill. Once again, we were soaring through the air showing those smug feathered creatures thc.t ,hey aren't the only ones who can do it. I felt a certain tranquility and 1i gasp! Our ey2s explored t "Jc interior with ,, derment! ! ! Tb.is just had l~c 1 be 1<-1he.·u all the hone:ymoonecs sr.ayed. Glitt>: '.• · crvstal chandliers ~:vecywhere and t,t1t .1 r~~lected again in strategically p1w:s~ mirrors. RPd velvet draperies ~nd c~'e.::irny austrians c;cac:ed the mas;:u' e · · pea~e v<::i.v uo there tn the sky and that I was dow3. pr~bably as close to our Creator as I could possibly in this ma.,eri&.l worla. Wal1 scoimces e·ferywhare 1 d' l' - p.!.nr; with. diamond brilliant crysta.'. r dants. Open staircas~Ei to a rnczz2.,1 i · with gli t t•roque bannL> ters. Elepar · Once aga.in we descended into the clouds elegance everywhere. Tt1is was a f'a~_:· and then the vast expanse of the hor·l<md palace. izon becnme visible. f1s we came cl,)ser to the earth th8 abstra,:t view gradually After our ini t:i.3,l surprise: we cau started to taKe familim· form and became ou•~ ident:Lfi'°'ble. !Uboons er' freeways and rivers. '....ittle tiny houses and little s tarted toward tne elevator, I tiny cars. As they g;re\1 l;;i,rger I knew we would soon be landing. breaths and registered. As Wf- w~~<, ' ing that I would not hear a clock ;: midnight, because '- '"ould .surely L1.;f ·:.:o a pumpkin. 7 " �Upor1 wa:o~ enteririg this huge s tructure, I t aken wi th the s ame feeling I ha d , at our own convention here in Grand Rapi ds, a few weeks earlier. At the s ight that gre ets you, a lump appears in t he throat, you're suddenly standing t alle r, feeling a certain pride, and realizing that we are still a people. we P-.HE here. We a r e NOT a. dytng race. He 8.r e g reat in number. A fr·e ling of 11 be_longingn surrounded us as 1,-1c; a-pproached a fellow Ntshnai.vbe and ~~1ri:_:>:$ ~;i~skat. e e1 :·;J ! .~ 1~ \ ;::1...:r ==' '1 ~J or"a, C"' VfJ t\)r.~ rr~oved K.athy and lJ ~ ViC.tcct to rn.:/· .rr~it'l d re .vte-~1ed the .:.:. of th'"' past t\:w days . So rnt•r,h , ';i:i?ned . And now h e re I was in "'tL • ~ll fl,;Ct' ::~1lls: ,, 1 w··_ t h four mor -~ days o f ".;.t •t:· at.e~ld ! . . .::·vatoc dcJr· opt:ne d to a mirrored , ; c :. r.:tt.ed down tne corridor I ··eiom. was :no t as la.v.ish a s l>by ~ but was • r.ev<::rtheles s, ..i·"' ··· but n:or~ in the Mediterranean I c ~,:;s " spacious a ccomadatJ,.on kJ_ 1,;t double bed::, a color TV .and with a s~ceping vi ew of - ,, 1, iricln:l i !"!{0 tne geor geous con- t,'"<'O -~· . -~~ ~indo~ ~. ~enLer, wnich had t o pl a cate us, t. .- •? ~d(-~·~e c-t1 th~ t•1.:ron£su ~:1.1d e of' the ·.~£' :i ·-1iev of t::.he f::ills . .,'.)c.1...ked , '- fr-?-shcned up and then head- c.onvt::r.tion c enter, vihir:h wa s '\.' ·;j_:-11in val k i ng dL .•tance . (And · ·; l (ing he v;ouJ_d do i n !-he da ys to r egistered. TO BE CONTINUED NEXT MONTH . GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL To look at the outside it doesn't look like much. Step inside and see the busy people, trying to help their people; -to ~1 chieve some of the t hings and ideals tha t a good share of peopole take for granted . We care for our elderly, young; all ages. To 3ome this is a place to gather. Whether it be fo r Qusiness, personal or social reasons . And I for one, am happy and proud t o be a part of this place, tho1.1gh the s ma l l bit I contribute , and thanKful t hat it is here. This i s just my po) nt of view ..• , ' · :.~10 A FHIEND - TO: GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL RE: GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL •"}·) next to ';~ 1--., ar1(1 t h0r~ dcv;r1 a f .e·t.: ;-:;rnall se eps tl ,., · ~ ·- 1~t ,,_,,.fy' c•: '1--·ad~-erider-1 directl y .• ·ci_ rn °; "ii::.l:L ( .-;!-uc:J1 was part of an r ~A: r]t,~.ig:!l :1 Which inc l ude d the COn[ •J cent.'.-"' , an all glass multi-stor ~· ·-" e1 l;ai~ clcn, and yet a •1o t.her mall ·- tp-·. Lr,g tm,ar d t he f alls ) . t. ~d; "'C. 2c little ·:.11.lCCfij, ·;\rr· GOLF' LEAGUE. i. J, ,,,., 1 uas t r ee-li.ned wi th park bench,)l·J fashioned st re e t LO our· l o!''.: t:.h e mal l extended ., "' , ter garden. To our right , it 1 '·'':) .'."tr<;:'. i· ~ .• '.. , hug~ plaza t ha t was conne cted convention cente r. t 1-,L'a ·~rnodern Those of us who pla yed in t his years' Golf League wculd like to thank GRITC for their support and co-operation for a s uccessful golf year. Sec'y-Treas., Ed Shenoskey P.S. FOH THOSE WHO DIDNHT ATTEND THE BANQUET AWARDS DINNER, PLEASE CALL ED AT 538-2577 HBGA"RDING THE AWARDS GIVEN OUT THAT EVENING. ©©© �~ 'T' POETflY When my children were small, lind they looked and were in age, THE INDIAN WAY Like st2..i.r.:steps; and pi~Ople were Lookint, at me ·Aitri this qu•::sU.on A worry there was that fretted them both For the Indian's wife lay ill in a oed And for help they lrnew n•)t wh:i.cb way tr; In eyes, "Wonder what she does th~:ir in her spare time?H I .;aid 1..c rnyf'elf ~ I' 11 be glad when They're grown and gone and - ah ' , The peace ana. con l:;entmen t· J..- f •1'J.. .na v c .'C..)o. At long J..ast here I sit, alone, Cu1.et.n~~s::> turn Then shyly he came to bee sii:ie and c;ai•:, "The Indians trust in a tea they drin'.-c WU.i. you aJ.SO drink if l bring it to you?" alJ abo\lt me, T,.;..'..dclling my tnurnDs and \\fisbi~.~s for th(~· c-lu acy_:::~? "Aye) go now .:.1nd saJd So I say ,.. • . ., ' ., she you," l~n.'u :l Lhem wb.i le they' re yo1., i 'S, For ·· ·.frJ pd~)se.~; so qui(.k.~Ly arid n°·1r~ W' all VEt&rn for, .i.'h" ( .. r->,,,.,.L ---...,"a· f"!Ui~t 1.:3 de"'f eni..ng ! ! ! ·-LJ 11 ill will gladly drink :i.t this ddy for a.~L 1, To you gattY~r tl~.e bar·~~, 11 But. the Inu.ians ho.vi:" a way," r~t· ~:·d.~C 11 Tha.t a t:;ift 1~hey r;u:::.1t gi.~e v·, fai! re:.ur!t," .. HYou must go," she .said, 0 And carry your gift, I 11~i T~1e ~.;.t 1-: 1_~rc SUL\ l.::1 Opt.irn.istic, 2-..pr br·~ ;;!1t as tf'te 1.a·~1t fe\·J i1avs ct' Indi<.•n. ~:;i..mimer are ,;,t hr..nd, .t.),-:~~ 1 ~1t1f . ._<l stiJr:runf··r ~·1as m.ac1f~ t..Jay I or .., . • ·"."I L1u t.un1n t' ~ :u:; t.y w-:J.r1d~ ar1~1 t!1e h·'.c'JLK•;')r Ccv·-:·! Life r~f \\•bi ~~e th.at ot1 1_· f'jGt..-ncr Ear~:t 300ri W.i.11 ! ~q r.a ;'e our \j farmers, tbe seeJ 1 then th~ stalk, ~\~r~ 1. ci1 ooth cai: 1 ·~nt a.rid fcirr:~cr pray Will grow straignt and strong, And will nnt bend i\,'~ r r1c 1r ~t c., I si t Ler 0 ever opt1mi~t1c frorr1 the ~3\~Jeet L;.Jrcl.1 ~'innj -ki.nnick by their- roo'::, 1eft h o' ... , 1hen bi~3 \,Jife drank the o.r:. ··.'.k rnar-1.;(~d Iv.:;_ t Et price Life of the tree a,,d Uw g:r.ft :;)ffert'od .ir .Ar.a rcse from her bed with life clingJ..ng on i:1edi.cira~t cu 1) , l'here ~Jas r'f;i./erience 1\i.r life, arci. justice too lmr::.l:.cp the! e 1..ras on thc-;t t~ar a\:1y d::iy 1 ~irs~ ·1·~J c;::1..·nbt"tnn t,ar~k 'ree l.\nd tbe :j.ive bark .i"rom the pin c'berry too D'.1e to the 1.-;oodJ.and' :3 r:n tldrc:·i tri U1••:i.•" parent;:· art.' l .U:~: c1·ops t:;., T11e B\lt siw1J8r to the JC3sons, good times r:.nd O\.. r ·,c--so.ta:~,. Jreary tiJr.le:~, As I s~t nere tver op•imi~~ic ... Wr_ And the way of y0ur pcopl0 do not rpurn,n :o he went to the hi. Us c:tccl ti~€ore g;_.1 thercd When the heart l1fteJ up anj the ryicit touched down [n th~t time honored, beautiful wd i.ar way. �INDIAN TRAILS Indian trails now are gone Gone l i.ke smoke in airy blue faded <':·S their camp fire lights Long since have faded too, Here the warrior sought r'edrcss Fr0m the shame of ill defeat Going swiftly. str·ong and sure On unerring, silent feet, Here he fought to keep the land Hills and plains that were his home Fought to save his wigwam fires From other warriors on the roam, Proud his heart on battle trails, On the trails he loved and knew Trails that now have faded like Wraiths of smoke in airy blue, Fading, fading, fading still Those trails the Indian knew Growing dimmer though the years Like wraith~ of smoke in airy blue - Laura Parkey MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AF'FArns CONFERENCE THESE POEMS WERE SUBMITTED BY SHIRLEY MCDONALD'S NEICE, DONNA JEAN SQUIRES, AND WRITTEN BY DONN/.\ 1 S GRANDMOTHER, LAUHA PARKEY OF PETOSKEY, MICHIGAN. Letter to the Editor of TURTLE TALK. Dear ~·:ci tor, I i..i:-;h to express my gratitude to the Grand Rap;Lds Inter-Tribal Council for making it pos.si.ble for the Elderly representatives of the three majoc tribes of Michigan, the Salem-Bradley Drum, and the Director of the Michigan C.')mmission on Indian Affai1·s. to be present at the dedication of the West River Bank Park in downtown Grand Rapids. I also want to thank all those from our local Indi<:tn c;)nffiiunity 1 who in spi_te of the rain, turned out to observe the ceremonies. On November 15-17, 197E3 1 Vi Compo and l attended the Michigan Commission ori lndj_an Affairs Conference in Traverse City. The Park Place Motor Inn hosted tne many representatives from various programs created for the Native Am(:rican concerns which included educat1on 7 employment, health 1 and housing, among other ar~as of importance. The presencs of Eld~rs at this conferwas our grounding and center. I attended a meeting of the Elders, and was proud to hear and experience their determination to unify and then work for the changes they want to see happr-n as a result of' their Jong .struggle w.ith the gc.'vermnent for good nousing, r"1.,.;tWithout our Elders contribution to the cled.1·- ri tion, heal th ser·vices, ascmred L-1cat i_')rJ it would have been jtrnt another dedi~ come 7 meaningful employment 1 an.J .;. life cation. With them and the Drum and the.i.r of' determination. An Elder fron t!1e ope1dng ceremonies it had real meaning to Detric•t Indian Center spok(; of tl1P r;eed e~eryone present. It was BeautiiUl! to unify, commenting that the government rieyer Las 'l1or will ever meet, oy ltself, the r.eeds of the Native El.dc:rs. It is for the Elders, themselves, he Bea Da~ley: R0pr0sentative of the Indian r·eported, to ga tl1er together ar.d work Co:nnunicy on. the West River-Bani- Par!< for the way of .life thci.t the:y seek. �A_ r124n ~-.-ho r-eprf,.:--ented tbP Social ~)ec­ ur1.ty Ofi'icE rnaae thc· r.>i~"tak~, our. oi Lgnoranc~, o: a~king an Elder ~f he velop p:-'ogr.:Jrns ~ GC\,; i.::;0 t.lAdt--;et..s) .:ubrr~i ~, t 1 ut \~J~-:. ~~h<;uld l.-:.eep L1.1 (.•Ur n~_:.1d ·~ t.hat l~ll of t.hc. ;;e trtinr;;~J -:>n.l.y str\iE- t·-"" t\.l~:t <.~:.}_C.: cf rri:. ter.ic.l n~j€(.L3 ni. riunc·r· :-.d f\Indf~·d pro2;rarrJ.~:~ cYperating succ.;;.ssf J.l/ was an lirnerj.can.. A \.JClrnat;. .~J ,--'GO(.i ar:d said, "We Ei.re the Ani;.ihnar.;bP, the Gr-- pr·or.10~.·,al8 r Ar.ti yeu 2.S~t if we c:r·c .arf.? the first. An~er~ica.ns." rJnfortu:~.aLely 1 tl-1e r~~at1 ~--""-"' who bad asked the question refused to give hjs a~~en­ ti.cn to the w:ise WOf'CL'1 of th.is woman i and he_ tu.:~ned h:is L~- ,-ici to sreCt.}.. i~;i t.h i.gir.al Pec,ple. An1ePi.can~r··t ------·---- I ~·Je someone e3.se as she talked on. 1 st~ll the Many at d.l.f°C€'f'"erit. rr.·::~?L ..Lr1g~3 c~ut"­ ing the three day confen?nce, an<.1 I was gltJ.d that Jotln Bail~ey, {Acting D.1r~ ..~ ector or tne COf!\fill ~:isic•n} Fo1,~ deL~~~t n_1<~ rc·c~::ron. this ttre to th<> council of the Ei.decs an::. J..e;,arned fr<n:! t.YlE:dx~ experJ e11c;2 dnd w:!.::'.!dorr1. The h·.:act a'1d spir-:; t :Jf tl1<-: Nishn< wbe a•·'-: c:..u'ried '...;itbin the history, tbe traditLm:.i '.Jhc rnoderatca U;.e D~·ur•1 1 the Ptpe, th<:: sacred d2r ::e.: and sor.gs, Thurrrian Bear tol.d u.s U> from the Elders wtien they bad talked with him during the bre&ks. The Traditionalist guidar:ce of the Conference was very strong. Hank Huff, Mouz.e Pamp, Thurman Bear, .John Bailey, ~.i.mor1c ·. c 1:hers brought es:JentJ.a.l spiri.tuaJ mcarnng to this gathering. I was deeply moved by a. talk given by Tburrnan Bear. Sp:irituality and politics we~e woven together and presented in a poetic, almostrhypnotic, style. He spoke of the respect we are tau.a;tn:, to er;i ve our Eartri Mother, ::ind tbe harmonious w;;rny we can w;;.lk with created Ee talked of psycholog:Lcal sur·- vival in the white Bocicty oy allowing ours~'lves to use cerLa:i.n thing~j wt~ich cil<it ::;ociety offers. "Because of the au·planec:; 1 a lot of us are here today to :;hare wi t.h '::ach other. These are the thing;:; we can u;.;e to our bt~nefiL. Regarding the con-serv·a ti on ()f ener;;y, he noted ttle wa"'/S i i 11 think of life in today's society :lr. the ir:;age oi' a ceramic stracturE:. T'le Dase of the s t.ruc ture is cracktd, and it is within th0 cracks that ~0ychc­ l1Jf~ical ~1 J.rvival c2.n. exist 5.11 part. Go:i.ng to a dj_s,~o dance, he said, Ls ~~qrv ~~vir:g in the cri::.cks; u _,ing cor~ference plane to atte"'.id a 3:1 ai.r . .- so t1'1at people at a great distance can sharF what we kr.ow is a for·m of survi ,,al. But the smooth ~art of the ceramic struc- ture tnr: p1ac!-~ tr.tat n~;:3 r-2·.-er beer, marrc:J by contact with th€ focdgn £uropf:.a.n cuJ.ture :i.~3 that place of beczu.t.y wi· ere lift:.~ is as it ivas and v1ill be. \~.!.9 1 can r1vJ.ve bt~tw·een tvto worlci.~3 1 we cari bor~ row fr;)rn the white cultur:o: wirhout tt;e fear of rish.J_ng, to the pcnnt of Jo.;;:-3, our true identities. l. which we are cautioned to buy ;;mailer cars, ~n.d to reduce our speed limit in order to .:on . . . rve the quick:t.y d\:·pleting resot.H.,CE;S ~ 0 ''I'm in favor of e;o::i.ng tbe other way, 11 he ~'aid. "I think we ..,hould all buy e:~ght cylinder car~;, race them up and down f use all the gas up. Then we can get back to the ways we were meant. to be livine. 1' Mi.chigan Commission on Ind.Lan Af ·· fa.ir:::: Conference brought tQ._:;ett.er t·echniques f(:;r sul'vival in wl1i.tc· socl.2ty, but also brought wi.th it tile .~ent.Je 1 ancestral rerninder of a way wt~:tcr- sl.L.2._~ does and will t:l ways Durvi ve; the wc.y of the Anishnawbe. I felt both honored and p1oud to lhe deeply inspir:i.ng Tradit:i.onalist way ;;as couplo.d witi1 the factual review of Lhe many programs designed for the social we11-being of Native Amer:i.can'.::.. The programs are "Lmp .emented by fundc' fr''m the goverrrnent and the funds are procured through the writing and submL:,sion of pro- posals. It is necessary to deal wiLh the ~;ureaucracy; to cori1pile} ~s Jol".H'"" !_j~,j le~· J 1 vie g<i tner.:: J ten,,~d tbe panels, oft.en included comments be.i..ugs. do n0t speaK f0r the pt'~oplc, t(}t;{1tt;r.,r-· on ·r-11u1")~·~cay nient to ~-.e~~l t:1(·; pulse 0f t,he )rum, t.c.i dance i.n homage of t.. t1e Louc;e,:;t. iv;.1.}k, t~ pray .~.n the I\':it.1 ·ve =-.:-:!r1~~.. ;iae.e.. F'or, tl1is !"Cason, tor,, 1 11s spo~<e Elders .. this anr;ual meeting. at~e~c And I say ttMee- gwetch" f°N' havinE been g:;_ven a p: .... ...:i:c· among you, to talk with you, to Ix~ eciuca ted by you to Lhe imm..:;nse dept1i and powei"' :.:ind beauty of you ..... way:::;. Thi.s Moon, from �**'*'10SS HORGAN OF CUR SIP.FF, Bi:;~CENTLY IkTEHV :EHFD DR. RICHAHD FL/lNDEHS A'~ MiCHEOLOGIST AT .:;HAND VALLt,Y '.:l'11\T1 ~ COL:.,EGE'S. l-lf'~1~ J''.iRE S(J~jf CXChnP r ~ ~1 --:· ,--,t~~ T4~T 1r. hI : ~\e d·j not d1.sp1r1y t1un1a.n 1·e~na1.:nb ri h·_. or.2.y bumo.• re:r.a in~ vfl2 !, ·,,0 cit: :3.1 ,.,~.th her·,· $· j at tte INTrqyI[~*** ~ich&~d Fl~raers Mt" HM Ross Morg,a.r _RM: How cto you arche(.1 1 "'.";g1st~' n;:md11~ 'mr i.a:L ·natcria1? W)r!{ we h:i.'·e donP .n ·.:,he n·cent pa~~t ••• I'>n fr)t t.alk:Lnc iiOo . A t.J(-orTr,;:~ Ht; tv year.:; '"-~·.;, m;t about the 12~st :ive or te1, y.:oars; .1.r fcJc:t the law rn::;. r,1t oeeri ir. <.:!rec+ tr:.nt long ... oL:r p.Ys",ed~:tnger of conroletc back tc the people that cl2im to Le H:e descender.ts of' the pecpH· tLe ma- , 1A:rje} !'(!~ rc,~Sent:':; but whiC.!l WE; have:> tv BM: th~ case. ~h~t Well, it n0y be they are n0t pr:::sent dcucendef:ts e:{actly, but neverLlv:.,le0:: persc'ns a.re concerned about. bur~i_,:,.J.s cln(1 sucl1,., l~cJI, I'm not sure ex~i.ct.Jy wr,at to 10 ln thie case, becaus~ the orly rea.:'()rt t. r·-~-:-..y ~r:.;uld fr )JT, ~.1.li · ~ l n tnd. t uf.'--~ f)1at. persc,ri:_,. c.on·this u1::_tter1a] mi gh 'c rcpr<::·:Jt nt their \fVrk itte do.. ()thl:~,..·\-lt~; ...: !\-1'()!/./ ... ., v.:nu\.;" ... ~:1at str.P .-~ is t.d~: ~_n, .··r:t:t: t'12! pL~obl.c-m.ir,.vo~·'"./f: t·r:..t {..- . ~~o (~~ ~)tiuns; yc;u .:..an s.3.y .z:.r;\ytr1: rtf3 hur:1a.r1 wu.s {. t:.n.!, lf~t'~::: say) pre-l1i~.,tori\: t\:.ncr ....... 1._Jn, " " ycr., c.~~ say if sorn0th:i.r1t~, "!:1 gr.. tr;!· to b;;..t destroy("~d :...n tcrrn::; or humar.t rr 't}a.1..ne' ~mu, Aborii~~.Lal remains weJl, Y·~n~ ve goi: the opt:i.on of so.y_:_ns; i.t anc' lockj ng at it and telll.nc what .Lt is, or· f... r' • do not get re-buried. The~ ~et th..1..n~'.:J. n~~"i~inal Am~ri~an~. Thi:..._, i0 und~ri~.1tuod. in. the rf{1.1n, th~·) ffiOst rnvdern peur..:1~ aren' c too t ..~r.J._bly CVl 1 - Ht~: 1- Why? hF1: V.,c.ll 1 beca11se )f t.beJ.c rr?.l.t.t;ir'-.lS c.··1d SPJ.:cjt.ual ai·titu<"JEJ~, .. ··r1·iey thiLk C,t'a.t,, a: rtt. en .l ·::; :- d .., t,.;..., y ( i .01... lon::~ i • may take, r {Y'n ' t 1-:no:.1 •.• i.t rn.i.gl-1., take yoLl a yeu· ~··· .:.,\o c; ~-·t~~isf~1 st.ud.v on ~·1..tHr~.~th1Y}t') .. ,,. At least th&t 1 ;es ... PF: P·ut the1i they f ~isl t11':... . . t.~1".~ ;··' .... f'!t.lr(;.lt ?'-ema-'-n~s shou Li '•t re·-th.• r:ied, HF: ~''ell 1 l ';r, not. st:r<:: v,hert. ye<.• n.· c .... H ing frca, .i.f you ;.iay tw· va.riou ' pt:<,·P~'' 1if{! r·f ". . ~. . c1J;:. lt~ ·-n'"t or gr<)dps ~·it 1+,ev ..·.::r, ~~;- r:~ t.~% &00LG ••• HM: P£~op"l.e in "1ichiga.r l:,i ik t~;3t ·~"'~'. And peupH' ~ ' ~)ther p:;r-"'" of tlk: cOL•ntr'y ft'Cl 1;l1e dc~P·c '."idy • Well, ~,-.: t' l.- t-JL...s, \..ia·~11, C1"K. re.- 1 1 y n•,,.-"1 .itUCh ;:.::; bu pc· .:iplf~ 1 t v li.._i:S don: t H!'4: Mod1:::~r1 ;:!"'r.' .. ~ l _j ,_;·1Lr- ycu "ere to talk r..bo-.t Pct(lWP t/YHl ln.;.ri.a 1 ::> f t.::;·. v._t , ( pel-wa, -::.:~1-(1 .... j, 1 .vc\u ~{nohr, bt.1t tL·:~. p~.vr . . t.~ ~ec'"ii..1.-, • .. Ti·.:-t <.~t. tr.e en:. of a ~·t.~dy, ~,h~ reIB70ine sbould bt:.. !'e-tt~cied., Tt1at' s ti t~c·r1- ·RM: HP: HM: Okay. It's ju::n::, that ~Jome'.~:imes 1Iier~ 's a quest i<)n that the d:i. f'fel'er t ~e­ ir1 a museum in t;lass cases :u u 1 12\r•a1 ...;tG.tenient .. tell~ng what we can about ~iat it is, u· let me bulldozer go throu,'.?h .:,nd rip it out and tear it up and spread it out ~ud .•. The possibility oC aestruction or the poss.i biJit.y cf the rev3nt:i.o•, 0f ~'ome tnforrnati.on about it, tr1at'3 the ovticn. n~ins ::t idy of tbs r(··r11ai.ns... There is r1<) r~ rL. 'I'hf· l f-' ls TjQ 1~..frj ',·, tt;:L r€: ·. . ·~1-·d • rI ;1er'8 t.~ notninz,~ ti a: w2 c3.n 0oirit to ttJ s:'.-;ow tL<'" ·_)lE''°I VCU Rr~; '~t.;_r: ":!l. ~l<)Uld , , r:(>t cer:-ied W.!. tn ':.be s ttJdi,~.c;, but they ::.re -.;c .:crner1 abut, t tl1e nor,-re-buria l:::;. (:t st.r'1ct~Lon. .... r'n1cone rur,s ir tc) a b.1.r~~tl w,::; WJ.l t ;3al...r.1g<" it, we wi.J.1 keep t.tie mJ.teric.1, we w-11 :::;tudy it sci.•.mtiLLcE.L~.y, Hnd tl'1r.;r; i-.ha+ evu' th(-: authorities say .-ho«Lct be dvr~c· wi Lb. it 1 t11a ' .:. 1.::,; ~·.iha t. ~~1':·i ':l\). rurr1 prove ls our department a~ rcmr.:t~-~-1 h1 :rcan fi.~1: Anu thi.::- rrean:s sa.t. vage of bl;.ridJ ..• if ~~ arr~ lt these are aur( is to try to salvage anythinc ttar .!.3 ln as far colle~a An~er·ica.n, fr 1:11 ..">'n"' otne:r p~"r t of ~,he :or L 1 • Ai.c~ t li.c '·e qrr· u:»{:~d for teac~·~ir1p; ~et.~ t/J t.eat:h µt:._r;~ l c · n phy;.,.~5.·.:aJ. a11t.nr-ofJ -"Of:.\'!• \tle do ~.ot di~-· pl:'!y 3 iyt h}. •ig, a i w... hc.ve sc.me r·em.'l.J..:l~> f"'e1~e., :) f (··ourse 1 a~-; 1 ~ n1 .:;.1.J rre- yo..._t :ire 4·111.:J.rt:.:!, of pre t;abl.y £!,b(;:-1gina.l J\mecicans, .JUL th<:' on 1y way :-.t.a t we kt1ot the~/ ar f~, ~-s tt{·ou . _)t~ 1·)C:.J ~~~ck t.:;· Let's be theor0~ical about Lhis. If the study we c.an det"-:rmine •• Jct 1 s say that these remains t!,a t have be ten fourid, that. i1avt:2 been ~:;::. l."'1.raged, :- thest:=.~ are . .: . .r..'GS ~here some~:.,ne tl ~s du_~ rj nou;3e found~: t.j f;t: or· do 1t: so!ne bt"jMldozing or duf; ari at;r·.LC:l.!1 tu;•al f:i.cld or· som<;U,J..nfr, li:c:e tt:aL, ~.;he~e t .. ~in;~~have been Cllrned up tl12..t. are . 1 . to be dE:str~)ye(.1 unlc~ss sq1_;1etv-1ing i.~ dor.<> a.bout tii"·n. lr by study of the rc- i~v·~_ng .na:J...rl.3 t-Je c dr d~1 terr.-1i11~.; wh~ t t~l'Ol"" the!"':h~ b ·:or.·~ to. ".:.tien I _.:~ee n(1thing ¥rrong; v.:i ti . t.he turni!'.'F!, ba.d~ of the reriai ns ·~o :some �o:' .,, l t ' - '-« U'C:.,ec, C:1.ltX•r1ty and I'm ~t.re ~1ho that ;.iouJ.d De of people living 1 ~·,,1·-' .1ot ~ ~ l" 1 )''1.'1 ~iot · ;· w~~· 0 ·: ... • .lrea c: t tl'e !)resent tim'-'. '.'..'his mean that vole car::. prove. , in 1• ..-J. le j '·· yj .. • ' .L~l '4-~ ..., f tht:se pr-or_, le. ~ I t t. ' i 1• · aon ~n-.. nx mo~_: t of our peop Le •• .. · C.LVe h.,Kv .: c .... n ,:l":Opc.lein this end cf the coi...nt~'Y:O•-de •• are :·::·: content to TLe ...,, ~ 1~ ~ i-h ~ l ·".... "=-'C' I J. tr.:.: t e1• t.h r.~r, c>r The group :i.s an organization of oui.,;., ,r sorneone <-:-J se 's clubs m th m0re than 100, 000 n1embt~r~, 0.,G t '~.at 1- 3 1J01 · ~ r 1-11( " . ··"L •. "Jt:t.\re 11merj.c;,.n btir:L:::~~t W- - 1Ct "\-."\ v 1 ... 4 1.·1 t\1• !-.rhJ~-.. -v l".) C..'.' • - .J.. · ,,, ~1· H1.!,. ·~~er -.1..l\:. <:: .;! C'""'C'."; State . ~ '~ i, Cn:ief· Polj~e. appea '\~ tc, -~.· .u~·' \ ".?.t';tZ. ~- 'J. t _, Yl'.d ~~C;J,, .: s,):1.c outtons .Hld t".c$ ;?/~ l 1<e uha f dtld a ca.~~kc ,_ 'ri tl , ~:1otc.. .. t,.~r r·<.. .. !.i1" ... 3 ....,,f tl1e c{..t.!.~~<c< · l.ey ....~ ·--,r, .-. - ' r1 "' I • ,.r l i doJJ 't a t.,!: e vt;· Ji tt;' r c ny L.l!'lel!t i T - L" .. .-. • '.t1:t3r ... ir it t "ri · t v. 0 "",J\.4 lo tre;c(: b(:~c~ 1.l' b1.1~... r, ~t! ~)"·\::z.ju.;..::,e tt1er·e • '<'1>.''.is <: nJ we l{new who ~ ""1..:..•1. ~ L~...:~1.'1 l .. o. ::·c 1:.hc ;·)oli L.t: carne tL, ··::: rs-..,t:1.~LE:..i and .30 for·th. When ::L. • ' u,· r , .. l . -, 'l r .. , ·<t, i . ,_, " " . _ -.1 SOE r:1;,,r::.. if; v-1 ;< •Ugii., -1, .... ,.,.;-, l I(_} t Yf~,. ('<:_ .~ ~ '·"'"""'~ a.dvi*'"e.d t)y tht~ oectf e ~·Jll0le ~ro . . •I • '\,,.. .t .. CL"·r:,~. c1f" \. ~~ .... -'- (' 1j 1 1') 4 ' r\;,.r( j S t;>) 3 i~s,_,- TREATNENT OF INDIANS SHOCKS FEDEHAL The federal judge hearing Michigan, · trial on l!'dian fishing rights says 1 ' ogonizedu over tlle case and its po:::_ c (- 1 t'« CO:' ;trict:i.on upon t'S, ti1e re tT~ct.Jon upon t11e people work,, 1; \,"tt Uc material, or lei~'s say for· y1 ;u. o . . 1r.: E·xc_srn>ie, no+.. tfying, tne ',,.~ 1 ""). ~.:.~._. rurrn th v d·.~~-~ a :.;·~t 0 in 1"ac1:·' L...' ::. .•,.;,-; 5r1 .1q02, 1•..~ d1n rur iut0 an t 1 . ... tt . . r . . ..l~.~&l. I t \ .1:3 a ct~i:L,.., •. }, Grand c;o:~:·'(l ' 'c'-'fl Ii•~··, ! 'i. , l in Rapids, urging him to enjoin IndiatJ~, _:•,., unreguJ.ated commercial fishing un~i' •.r., question is settled in court. L tr :i 11{ ~ho.t ~-he~ law, as ~ t: s 2-;)Pl2 •<:; t ~ a.11 bur.i"~1 mat:r_. •l1 ard ~ L!C':i 1 t. tnink j_t_rs limited. 1 ::.'t.d Le t.:i 1 i>1 fact, .imjted tr, early 'L'' 1-· l'\s. ,,o that w'.'en we Hculd encoun- r to be given to tr;"" .\ '. t;nr'-n~ HF ' 1...na t. ! ..;- J_ i...!..k\ .., rt> 1i n : . ~- l- -'_} 1_n y ... , ..... _., . petit~:ons <'N~ District Judge Noel P. Fox bovP, as _t may 00: ~arly European ~tt­ ,_l(:r? be un-b:Jr'l€1.i &nyH\X".:: either. "hey • ·- servation Clubs said. f{'.11' ,~· ;:,~J giLL netting in the Great Lakes \~il" '.;1;: presented i.n a Federal Court this w1.: ., , , an official of the Michigan United c~~ t :t~ se rcrnai n;;,'._ Celon_g to ;:.ne an c:l dm:i rig tl:'1em in tf:rmt; ~It.;.; .. •; t i..I\: ') ,.... r o.~· being • d esce.n,jents de th.:. ') f' Pet.i. tions siP:ned by (: 0 1 000 person;'; ing an injunr tion against unrestric..e·l c~ses, ~t :e~se; in come cases we· L·•. '-.i ~- lcc'c. net. mean tha.t we can ""ro·ve tt· ;1 J. ~: u0,000 ?lGhf :CNT:IAN F'I3HIXG RI-::H'l' national :implications. ,Judge Noel Fox also said this week h · 1 1 ·i read many .lf'th-cont 1Jry accounts of U ' IncUan treat.ies and is 1'appaJledr 1 ..-. t ,... governrr:en ts br,:,ken promises. Fox made the comnents or, last day of • _ ,,,- in::my in tbe comµLLcated cJ.se, whic ·- .-.e,.,;.'Y1 A c. eciston :is not cxpt.~ct .,4.j - 1 E-.arly next year at the soonest :c:i11ce ~·/ torneys for t.~)l:!! •'»ides now mw:3t r'L '- .. tr·J.d.1 b.ri-:;fs .. Feb·. 27 ~ t.ft'C:3e Fv:< ~~,1id r;, .• esd~]."'{ ;h:~ felt th{· "·~ ..;~.. ·~ "e~{tr aor\ti ·t·- n .~:..r,y-u. "I 'vc ~zoni.zec. ovec tbis c3se ever- ::; firs~ hearJ ~~e pleas. It inv0:~eR ~tc ~ .'ol ~.ems or !.nd:Lnrv; not only in tLe '', bu\ n .::evt.-;r.~1~- states, P he sr.:1id" J:2dge Fox ,:;;d_d r,e hao read several 1. ""~;' im·ludirns or,:8 frc!"', 1d36 and 1830 L'v been c~ted 01 a WaynP State Univer~1 t.:::ry frofe:->:c>or and ot11er expert ,, it·'(' H 1.. ~iJ1 ~·P:--·nllf-d ~t. ':f1ern, ' 1 he ;~2id. 1' vc read wc.,c- lJ 1u.~> t. t, ~'0~·"'E. 'OKen ;;e:".1.0U:';.ly and �',...; say congratulations to Carol Har·-· "wton because she was just appointed to e G.·;.md Rapids YMCA - Board of Directors. ·" r,er·m expires in March of' 1981. Good .) ... •1 :. to you Carol! ! ! ©©© i MYTHS SUHROUNDING INDIAN WOMEN .-~, •' +- • I... 1 poor squaw, beast of burden, slave cLnr1ed under female law from puberty to v1~y ~ne J;~~:rav~. 0 author of these lines displayed -' w1..;conceotion about the lives of Indian wo;>;·~n i·1hich is not only prevalent in non• <'.,an society today 7 but wh:ich has also h<:.c1 a des true ti ve influence on the cont.c.rpory roles and aspirations of Indian ''!-1c: . .:nonymous themselves. ·.;:J~en ;.'i-:.e fa.miliar j ..mage of an Indian woman as '>L~J.len drudge who lives out her days "in a paweriess and subordinate existence 1 is onf• which was first fostered by wl:Li.. te male r1:;tori::i.ns and ruissionar:i.es, who inter- <:... ~,, Gtt-:d th<: i.!'' what t11ey f;ai,..; :i.n Indjan society from own framework of make superiority. ''',1:5..:·. J..mage was perpetua t.ed by careless obi•.'J \ 0 rs and uniformed persons. and has i. t.s way in ta.ct into the 20t!l century It n;:,:_, had a profound effect, on the lives of lnd:ian women in the way we are set-n by Lhe re::t. of the world, and the way we iiich.f' .J ::.ppear in f'Hms .and television. see ourselves. Indian women of my generation have up believing the lbllywood ver·sion C•I ma.le-female relationships among Indian peop:..e: that the women wa:i.ked three paces ~1any rJ'OWn bchinct the man to show deference to hi.m ~,ind acknowledge his S:.lperior·i ty. Actually, r ea.sen that the Indian male preceded tre female was 'to protect her from unf xre,:ted danger in tne wilderness, to mctke t 1 ,. ,.iay safe fot· her, as the elders ha ..re ·- scr•1bed it .. l.,1•; Tho other le::;s comm0n 1 bLrt. (Wery bi.t as persistent myth surroundinf the Ameri,;an Indian woman is the view of her as a my3terious, untamed, intri.guing crea.ture who possessed a kind of ur.;eacthly quality. In most tr.ibes 1 the woiwrn coulij under no conditions be deprived of her belongings by her g11sband, even if their marriage was dissolved. Divorce was a simple matter wtich could be initiated el.thee by the wife of the husbancl; in tribes where women owneo the home and its contE:.nts, the w0man could jivorce her husband by placing hjs belongings outside the door, and he had no choice but to comply. Following such a divorce, the man or woman was free to remarry. In her book, 'Founding Mother~; 1 , written about colonial women, Linda Grant DePaw states that Indian women had greater economic, social, and political status than colonial women. The mothers of the t.ribe often had the final say when the warrior's council disagreed 1 and they could .stop t•y the tribe from going to war by refusiu.g to provide trail rations and moccasi.ns. They also had the final say in the fate of ~;ativ~~ Ame~·­ ican women were also less economJcally de- captives taken during the. war. pendent. on their husbands. The economic of the tribe, important male relatives to help the w0man· if some.Unng happ~ned to her husband, and the freedom to divorce h(::lpe·:i the Ind~Lan woman maintain a strong and independent natm r:: • .';;~ecurity 0 Going ~ack into history to the different ···pi"ba} c•i·o . ·~ ,_.1 ,.,;. crea t" ,,. . ··" .... ·t'l~.:.. ·ion. women plav key roles. Joar, LaF'rance. of the United Indi~ns of AlJ. Trioes F'oundat::i.on 1 ha.s wrH t.en that :tbe f:-mal: person is usu<:: Li y t:.he primary rorce ir tne creation of the living world Earth Mother brings forti1 l.ife. She ofte 1~ works along with male forces, and often she appears as the strong foPce. 11 "'h" . a sharp contrast to the Christian i is is ~,;tory of creation, whece tht" creating 1 ·m'CP is 2 mal"' identity, ancl creates woman from man. �()!~ 'TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY \ ---.... -- c'r:, ~~~~~-~~~~·-- .. ...._._....... 1~1.iia.1 women need not str1.1,,sgJr; with the qu.E;s- Au ADC ;nether li. ves i11 a mobile h. D park about 10 mi.les south of G. R tion of whether God is mal~; or female; thev ~ late Nove:mt.er· her young daugi1ter 1 are a part or' creation. hi.t by an automobile. She was r to tne hospital. Learr1ine ':ha'; r. :-iithin tP::i.diti naJ. l elicious ceremonies ai>d d2.ught"'r wo'11.d be nos pit.al} zed d t J-ie"i l' ng r'l. ;...l,_) ' T '' • • ~... L-.tct ...,;:;, ~l,..n11 .... an l'.;w1·~n still have ma.7or role:.: . :.'-"aSt a !tlO:;t.h 1 ~:he i. ·:ither decL.t•"" stay ,;ith some friends in the c:J.tv ::: that she could be near the hospitaL, Pc\v,'·V "'r, rt• much of the 00era tior:: o '' Leibe:;. toc.:..y ha,3 ue(.1 drasttc:ally 0 al tcred and in -t'1uenc ~ ~ 0r o f· • ..., a ·o· " y t·he do""·· " .... n·a."·'Europ~an politicaJ. and social systems, since she has no car. that l~! areas relcitirtg to employment and edu~a t1 on e"er. Hit h.:i n h ::r ::::iv.rri tribe, an Shortly af't~r, the park manager called her and said she'd better turn home, a.s water was gushing ,... of her trailer. Rushing home i c Cl:'): she <i.rrived to find that h ind::.an woman faces t.he .3<:,'Tie :bstacl<~s aud di.fficulties confrorrted by n···n--Indi.an wat~r I t.l:~t, pipes had bt"Ok(IU and ga3 a.11d electricit~r was shut of t!"1ey could be hazardous with t , broken pipes. Her insurance: co care of it &nd J, Services said she had used up . W~Jld ~ot r~ ·?ir tak~ all~1·t1ance, ·:he:~e· 1 s Merry Christ · nici""'e •.• Her ADC check did not arrive as pected. Upon i.L1quiry, she was 1 thE:tt s.l.nc~ sbe was not 11 1.i ingn Lem"', t nl!'Y iJere cut tin~, off iA:er checK ~ ,-, - ' ' 11 ".< t T 'r::i n:.·1 l.i v l.;1g w.~ th tb("se 1 ~,u t-ti.e" "!O.r1e.C4 trJ,ed to erp_;tr l t--> .::n·I~' .:,o ~ c~.=1 !Je near· n\{ \.,,.. f gnt~r~n , 1 J'~~ ~-h f:!.n .~~t·1as 3i~3SOn llSUal"'~.~i :_..,..._t ttr1e uiJe.:::t.n i.n eiren tDf; ~--- ·1_,e .... ::~ t v.:.11 -~jt:: ;: 't but th~l-3 cas 1 ('' ' " ~ 1 .'3:"'!~> Sc-~ooge look like ~~ • al t~~c) to~Ld c.he m0tt1er tbc·_t l..J~4~ Ctt 1!1~~"": nim1g:1 t e :..1 :·p I ·: .. J. t :_ ~~-1· <1' ~ ( f' ::h ·- t~ +- 1 \,1( ,_ .1 '.) l ... C.'" ; r i._;on· .,., ··rr t1:::-: b,e~c.:--1 r1 1 i8f" ~ ;.:.t-.v:~l.:·f'~~ :; l 'I . ,.., "f.ic~ )~-.~ ·e(1 ~~~ i;_: ..L/' t:{ .. ~~- a;:; '.-.h(~ l."·~q~-rt,_!~'-•- 1 . -.e-i+fr . u , ~~~~ . .,. . .~h~ 1 °' ~.Jl.L oeoplc;~ ~ll~Sit: (~la_ it t_ '~"''"°:., {3.l l .. ~_,l-; : ,.;._r sp.iri t of ·iever1;1lr<lt..t..on, .. L!.Jip ~, ~JJ facf· ....t-1·~; ·...r~n . . . LenrJo.ry cr . .;1-,er·je·::. ".i·.,, t·rjr..;i. 1'"11<-\) ·--·ar(.~ ,,...,.,..,"] " .. . • -.. .... ... ... t.:::d l·' .-._, :J r.ier t and em.cat10.:i2l needs (, her people, ;:mo -~ ...~...... l_J£..O ,_ - :.,. ' :uisure for her ar :i.mpor·t ir• t rjart :in their ®~~; ~ :,c_1 ..... ('..l"-;<r ~ 1"Jhdt 's H•. \ ·\··l "'·~! !' t!te::~ ·e '::1 !nee~ f_jo c~ :~ ar.id n-.J n1on~.y n.:-r t:.i1e- cla l~:~i1 t.er v1as jO,.() • ~t' would ta .e 1 ·~....-,~-~ r.. i:Jf:i".5 st" e 1 ...,, ......'i '"' '- , : .• h·:'.-~' RW<:~y -~or ·:.\r.. t. ~....... r ~ ,_'}ep~~ r~lea~r.: ; ~ and put ne .. · fc-::. ·::~r ::.>r:i• .~ ... A~(t er: ;y ::s j st~1e \-i!as als~'- tc~ d '•I' ). sine<'.!" her ADC was cut off 1 Lcr " cade \'iGUld Cllso go 8nd 3he woul• '::o ,;'ly the ·1osr1i :.al b:iJ.l. t·:EI· -. f ~u\l-.31. i'!:\:-;, J~-J:L .L.• {J r\.1C-TJEi~ ~ t ! Fl~ I �(I i '-L,.) ' I I t.,,..,. IIC:~ i:~ l �( I ....---.._. I ~ . I I __ i ru (}:) ---1---·-·-:::. ---·-- - - -+- - - I I ! I I lJl '·1---~·- J.- - - i ..,,. r ; :...-.' I \ l ('•; .. r- ) ,. ...L . _.J_ -· ).,... 0 it.··-- . . .......,_ (r' L."' • l> 'r"·r 'I J .• rv t [\_1 _ J......c- i ~) .. - - O» �.. Grand Rapids lnter-Trill11/ Council 75 6 Brid•ie, N.W. 49504 -• . HOH l'ROl'IT OllG.--I U.S. POSTAGE P A. I D PE~?MIT NO. 690 GRANO RAPIOS, II__ _ M~..- · · I • ADDRESS CORRECTION REQU:ES'l'F:D Library att:Betty Jones GrandVa11ey State College Allendale , Mi ch. 49401 � 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 Foster, Toni (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/56f2de7c99169ecae0d34e4116740235.pdf d6fcbfbe584443692c5961056d5d1b25 PDF Text Text I · RA R( .l ~' GR~ TURTLE TA .L " · ts' 1 I! Hm 1,RMM8 Mlm STAT!: DEC 4 1979 rl)LLEGES LlBP.ARY Decei:nber . 1 979 ~ ',·• .'- ., ' ... - ·- .,_. .. ' ,._,.....,; . r ;i·::~G! JI~~-~ �PlfAt WIE CtWffJ 11 T U R T L E T A L K December 1979 EXECUTIVE OIRECTOR •••••••• J. Wagner Wheeler AS;:)ISTANT OIRECTOR ••• Joseph "Buddy" Raphael PHESIDE.NT ••••••· ••••••••••.••••• George Martin VICE PRESIDENT ••••••••••••••••• Pat. Rawlings DISREGARD n£ ANlOJNCEf.'ENT IN 1l£ LCMER RIGHT ~ CORNER CF PAGE oo, THE CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY. "ll MTE CONCERNING THE Dec, ttt.S BEEN flMW ro .DEc 19TH AND WILL BE FR<J.13:30 TO 6:30 PM.STILL AT·LEXINGTOO S000.. ._BE1£113ER, QIIUEEN'.S. . TURTLE TALK EOITOR •••• Virginia Medacco Herr ~j-:e~TY lJE~ .~-A.I ~~XTNTf"!~ ·' .. ... .;.14f;.,;,..:._, :·b - ,....,..,._"."'~"' ~·l"-t·~~ -~~~~!¥ . ~''*J+"'·t.:tt~«~, .,,~;~~~. .~~t•}l - J;t.,~;'-Mo.i"*-~~~ ~ - . ~ . l •• , "'41 .... .-, We give our thanks to the following people who helped with the assembling, labeling and stapling of. last month's issue. Boo-shoo I,· . ALICIA ANEWISHKI LEO ANEWISHKI Hope you all.enjoy our December edition of TURTLE TALK. Once agalri, want to thank Richard Hiatt for our cover. He always does a great job. . RICHARD HIATT MATTHEW MEOAWIS DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to: Patsy Wonegeshik Roberta Hinmon Alberta Popma Brenda Kuleck Geri Conway Barb Stalzer. Kathy Floyd . David Russell Gordon Bush . Ja.son colter Sue Menefee Ruthann Bailey Charlie Bush Jrlson Anewishki Nelxine Francis Jeremy Sheahan Ann Cooper June WJ.lson .A.ngeline John Raymond Montpetit Francis Norbert Alice Brigham Tammy Medacco Dec. 1 Dec. 4 Dec. 4. Dec. 6 Dec. 8 Dec. 8 Dec. 10 Dec. 11 D~c. 12 Dec. Dec. Oec. Dec. 16 16 17 18 Dec.' 19 Dec. 21 Dec: 21 Dec. 2.2 Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Oec. 24 25 25 27 31 31 belated happy birthday to la·st month 1 s oversights. And a Jackie Harris Carlene Contrado Jackie Shagnaby Trux lusi Lin Labonte Frederick Contrado Nov. 5 Nov. 9 Nov. 15 Nov. 26 Nov. 27 Seems like only yesterday we were sweltering in a heat wave and now big fluffy snowflakes are making the scene pretty for me as I look out my window. Christmas WJll he here ·before we know it and I hope everyone has a merry one! I intend to. The ' Gho~t Supper was a huge success. I UOw derstand there were nearly 200 in attendance. And on the personal si.de• my own Thanksgiv~ ing was a huge success. Hosting our nclan" which includes my three sons,- Steve, Tom and Rob, my mom and dad Dorothy and Steve Medacco, my brother Tim, and my other sister Pam Smith and her husband Dennis and their children, (must mention their two precious two year old twin daughters, ~sslca and Erika, - just adorable) was my sister Kathy Bowen and her husband D'on, as weli' as their children, at their .cottage at . Croton Dam, for our annual festive Thanksgiving bash! (That's gotta be one of the longest sentences I ever wro.t e whew!) Seriously though, · there were 19 o·f us in all and what a feast we had. I always enjoy our . family get togethers.. I think I have a terrific family and I love them dearly. I don't mean to get carried away all syrupy sweet, .'bt'.lt sometmes ·we -take things for .granted and don't take time t°. stop and appreciate the things we have. Well, I appreciate my family because they are all g~eatf So there! · · · Until next time, I'in your old unpredictable TURTLE TALK editor·, V~RGINIA HEOACCO HERR �ANNOUNCEMENT ( R 0 DU CI NC •••••••• THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM AT THE WESTGATE INDIAN MISSION WILL TAKE PLACE SATURBy DAY, DECEMBER 22, 1979 AT 7130 PM. Matthew Medawis T.HE . MISSION IS LOCATED AT 4505 BEKINSHIRE NW. We, at TURTLE TALK, are proud and honored to THE FIRST STREET RIGHT BEHIND THE WESTGATE introduce to you, our newly appointed Youth BOWLING· ALLEY. EVERYONE WELCOME! REGULAR SERVICES ARE HELO EACH SUNDAY MORNING AT Counselor, Cornelius Sameul Bush. .10;00 AM. When Sam was young, he was separated from his parents, but after doing some research, 11 Jim Beame, · Ron Bacardi and Jack · he found information about his mother and· ~~niels have killed far more Indian father. So coming to Michigan, not only did People than George Custer~ Nelson he find a job, but he also met some of his Miles or George Crook ever di(I" relatives here in this beautiful state. ,Reprinted.from THE CIRCLE of the Boston Sam ·is from Minnesota, where he lived for Indian Council. · · seven years~ He earned a Minnesota G.E.O. and attenoed University.of Utah for one semNI 1..0 N 1 sster. There he studied Alcholit;n'I. He also attended two other colleges. Lakewood APOlllKJ('/llID PUB.IC I-EARING TO DISCUSS Conrnuni ty College, and Iverhills. At Lake~ . · wood Community College, he studied .Correct- 1980-81 TITLE IV PAAT ANATIVE N'ERICJVi AI I E ions, Psychology, Comunity Organizinq, . l(ATIOO Typing and English Composition.At: !Vert.dils.• :·· . He says he has experienced a lot of good He worked for the PR~. · In Minnesota, he met and married a Minnesota : Souix Indian lady and now ·they havt~ two won- : derful children. Sam says that he and his wife have gained a lot since working with Indian people and that they always will. Sam himself is a Potawatomi. He has recently gained knowledge of the Indian . Way and puts a lot of faith into our tradit;ional ways. His interests are making pipes, hunting and attending Indian Ceremonies. He hopes someday to sing on the Drum. have a chance in life. How aware we are of ourselves·will determine how successful we are in Hfe and how we live it. 11 (Sam Bush is .Youth Counselor for Owls.) --·-- : . SEE YOJ 11ERE1 state-~~~------------------­ of Minnesota as a Correctional Counselor II . within the prison system for Indian men. Samts phllosophy of life is, "We all ED- PROOW1 WILL JI: 1fLD AT LEXINGTCW · SCtm.. 00 f.ECEMtIR ]2, 1979 AT 6:30 PM, INPUT FRQ\111£ CCJ1YIJNilY IS I!VPffiTANT TO TI£ he studied Abnormal/Normal Behavior and His.tory • . things for himself. ll£ CHRISTMAS PARrv·-·FoR THE NATIVE AM£RICAN CHILDREN I~ THE AREA WILL. BE HELD iEC, 22, FROM 1:00 TO 4:30 PM AT LEXINGTON SCHOOLi DONATIONS ARE REQUESTED AS IS YOUR TI ME ,, TO MAKE TH IS CHRISTMAS PARTY SUCCESSFUL FOR THE CHILDREN a PLEASE CALL JEANETTE ~ St. C(AIR OR JUNE FLETCHER AT lf$6~~i ..,, �pcmy l HAI) A mEAM -ONCE; 'RE IN EVERYlliING I SEE ·., ..,_- ty.i) 1 RB"EMBER IT SO VIVIIl.Y ~~~~ ~F A~.;.. 111w SAIN, 1l£ SHINE, THE SNCM 1 ·SHALL f.J....WAYS MISS YOO . NEVER · LET YClJ GO. - FREE BYRD **I IO!ttl It IUU II If I I I 11 IU It ~ff* OF THE SURROOND ING AREA•· ~ IN TI£ IREAM, IHERE WAS A MAN . AND~ · A.T FIRST . DID NOT SEE THEM JJST KNEW TI£Y WERE THERE, i . N fl('{ MIND, OBE . S~T LIKE GUARDIANS I IN REALITY, . "LET . WA~!:~'.~ PER~. CH.Y AND NOT AF~I_D OF WHAT ~AS TO HAPPEN HE WATER Q..IMBED. lilGl£R ./JliJD. ltIGt£R ~ IXX:TORS SAID · · THESE BEAUTIFU.. PEOPLE WERE I:RESSED · ~ ITE LEATHER AND ,I,N vER.Y OONATE Han r-E INALLV REACHING HER SHCUJERS. BE~ ~If>'MING, SWIFil..Y, SURELY. ~, 11JJAD, PLEASE FORGIVE ~, BUT l HAVE TO KNCW. · SHE 11 BEAIMQRK, I11 KE YCU H'.l.D A HJRT CHILD. THEY SAID TQ ~y, . T l WJLD BE N...R I GHT .. POURED WATER \ HICH WAS VERY SOOTHING,•,• -EtED TO HAVE STRANGE EFFECT 00 fJE I • ' •. AS YOU CAN SEE, ~ CM TRUE · 0 GlJESTIOO THIS? IN THE n1srAN6:1 T\ilD SEAGULLS PLAYED NOisav, T~"!, FLEW OFF INTO THE DARKENING SKIES, . G . R IS SO filJCH DIFFERENT N THE SPRING AND SIJ+'ER AND FREEIXJ1 .fHOS~ l CAN'T BE WITH YOO PL.WAYS LOVE YClJ OOR FREEDC:t-\ N ALL THE THINGS WE DO. NOT THE ON..Y r.wt I 'VE ~ Noo SfWJ.. YOO BE M1 LAST fwD I CAN'T BE WITH YCll Nai You' RE Yoo ARE MY FURURE AND m PAST. fl ~alf>tINGBODY. IN THE EARLV ~·············***** I 0Htwcu..n BE WASHED ASHORE IN A DAY OR 00. ALL THE BEAUTIFUL ca...oos OF AlITlm "tt:e:GErod l/1 F~GET FREE THE-GIRLI.I.Rr:D, AND LIFE ~GAN LEAVING mE LEAVES ARE OiANG ING Ra-1 GREEN TWHOAMI ¥-ION T AWAY FRCJY! *'*************l*lllllH..SIM* ~- ' i &£ PAUSED, THEN SWAM ON, FARTHER ~EMv LIFE I WANTED CH.y TO FLy - FREE BYRD M STILL HERE, , , TER ALL tE FIND THE BEAUTY OF EVERLASTING l...IFE /' §!;E WALKED INTO 11£ DEPTH OF TrE WILD WAVES ™N WE CARE TO THINK ABOOT THE.R WIU. BE COvEREif BY THE ·BLANKET OF \+IITE THAT HCLDS HER BONDAGE IL , . HE SPRING CCH:S 1 • e t ,p.. - r£S4lA-BIN ff~ffHH4:tUUt 11itJHUEIICI111 I UH �~ kCIPIES TO TRY FOR THE HOLIDAYS LEXINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER · ~· 45 LEXINGTON NW CORN BREAD STUFFING GRAND RAPIDS, MI 8 cups crumbled corn bread t cup butter 1 cup celery, chopped 3/4 cup oniont chopped 1 tablespoon poultry $easoning i cup sunflower seeds 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup giblet broth Crumble corn bread into large mixing bowl. · Melt butter in skillet. Add celeny and onion and saute until ten- 49504 SIGN .UP NOW! COMING SOON- A SPECIAL FIVE SESSION· SERIES: SCHEDULE AS FOLLOWS: Monday, December 10, .10: 30.~-Noon Tuesday, December 11 10:30AM-Noon Personal Hy.g iene and Nutrition · Skin Care. and Makeup der. Stir this along with seasoning, Wednesday, December 12, sunflower seeds, salt and giblet broth 10:30AM-Noon into crumbled corn bread. ~ore or · less giblet broth may be used depend- Thursday December 13, ing on individu~l taste. Makes enough 10:30AM-NOON t o fill .; a ..12-14 lb. turkey. Posture & Poise and Social Graces CRANBERRY RELISH How to Get a Job Interviewing . 4 cups fresh cranberries 2 small oranges t lemon t cup honey l teaspoon cinnamon k teaspoon cloves ' Monday, December 17 10:30AM-Noon Learning to write a Resume and Filling Out Applications ONLY FIVE SHORT SESSIONS ANO YOU CAN EARN FUGH '~Ol CREDIT! Please Note: Put cranberries, oranges . and lemon . through food chopper using coarse ~ blade. Add honey and · spices. Stir · well and refrig~rate ·· overnight before using. l. Sign up sheet can be found in the lounge . (room 10). . . .. 'I' 2. Before signing up, please make sure it is alright with your instructor if it means mlssing class. INDIAN PUDDING 3. You can 3 cups milk 1/3 cup cornmeal t cup honey t teaspoon salt i teaspoon cinnamon l tablespoon molasses t cup raisins 4. Question.s? e~rn high school credit!~! Call Roxy at 456-3720. SIGN UP NOW!!! . . '- * ··· Scald . the .milk. Combine cornmeal with honey, salt and cinnamon. Pour hot milk over them and stir ~ell. Mix in molasses and raisins. Pour into buttered baking dish and bake at 350degrees for li hours. Stir several times during baking. Serve hot or cold, plain or with whipped cream. . '• 'fl . . ,._ - . �COVER THE COST OF PRINTING ANO MAJ.LI N\.. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR TURTLE TAU<. Dear Editor: I want to thank you for sending me your Tribal Paper. This paper is very interesting. I am interested in reading about our Indian people here in Michigan. I am a white person who has very deep feelings for the Indian People. I am looking forward to my next issue. JIM Jf.N{, R~ BfCMDI AND .w::K·Jlt\NIB..S HAVE Klu.ED FM f'K'.F£ INDIAN F£CPLE 11W'1. G::ffif£ CUSTER, ~MILES rn <Effi<t eOO< f:\JER DID!" II (·· Reprinted from the CIRCLE of the Boston Sincerely, Indian Council.) BARBARA BABCOCK Battle Creel<, Michigan Dear Editor: I have been recieving TURTLE TALK for nearly a year now and have come to rely on it for news of my friends .in the Grand Rapids Native American Coimrunity. .Is it possible for you to continue sending me the .publication at my new address? . Many thanks, ' JAMES M~CCLURKEN West Point, Mississippi All news for January'' issue of TURTLE TALK should be in by Decembe r Dear Editor: 12th. Michigan Indian Manpower Consortium has read your recent News Letter and is impressed. We would like to be put on your mailing list. Thank you. ************************************* *********************************** •* IF YOU MOVE PLEASE SEND US YOUR NEW AOfiRESS. Please bill us. IT "cosrs LIS 25¢ FOR EACH RETURNED TURTLE TALK. ************************************ ************************************ * * Thank you. Sincerely, , . .. . FLOOENC~ ·tM.~~._Secretary SOUND or:f _.....__,_ Lansing, Michigan Oear Editor: I wish to sign my young cousin (Chippewa & Ottawa blood) for the TURTLE TALK magazine and wish to enter $2.50 for M:m, also $2.50 for myself. Check is enclosed. While in college, I was told that the two major minority groups that are.repressed in Grand Rapids are the Indians and the Blacks . I gave this statement some thought. The first thought that came into my mind ·was "How crude!" The next was what could I do ·or say about this matter. (I am a" Native Ame;rican.) Sincerely, MARIE BOICOURT Williamsville, Missouri EDITOR'S NOTE: TURTLE TALI< IS MAILED OUT FREE TO THOSE WHO WISH TO RECEIVE IT. HOWEVER, ALL CONTRIBUTIONS ARE WELCOME ANO WE THANK MARIE OOICOURT AS WELL AS MANY OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE SENT CONTRIBUTIONS TO HELP r:: V>. Well, this is what I think! Wt;ty should I patfonize any merchant who shows signs of -prejudice? These merchants need money to run their ,b~iness. I'f these people don' t like me, tltren they don't need my money. How many other repressed minorities feel this way? f> READER �~ . AE JOHN GRANQ RAf>IQS ,4 ,,THERN t1ICHICAN OTTAWA ASSOCIATION INIE:R-mlM' DIR£CIORS NF;FIIt"t . COt!tJ:ll ACWIQ· QF . .~"i Date: December 11 1 1979 To whom it may concern: Trme: The first cash settiement .of Indian Claims in Michigan since 1911 will be disbursed to c:h·}scendants of the Grand tUver Band of _ Ottawas in December 1979. . The Grand River· Band of. Ottawas .were covered under.the Treaty of 1821 with the Federal Gover~..ment Jn which one million acres of land was .' ;-;urned over to the government. The Grand River Band ot Ottawas received from two r:ents t? fifteen center per.acre, .prices whi~h were well below the going rate at that time. The one million acresiincludes the major areas of several counties south of t he Grand River. 7:30 ~!.: Room 13, at Lexington School ~TA ·, III....9.JLPr29ram P1·9gress Report: . As of i~ov. 15; 1979 we have had 1+5 people · sign up for O:JT. Most of thes.e applicants' have also been through the screening process with the screening committee, who are Jeanette St~ Clair, Linda Wheeler, Roger Sprague, an<f~a-th)t{':{il;iinger. The Ceta III screening~ Coordinators· also $it in6n the Our.program movies which were due Oct. 1, In 1?48, Congress passed the,Indlan Claims finally came the middle of November. Act to handle cases for Indians who had ~..,een paid below the going rate. In 1948, i{obert Dominic of the Northern Michigan Ottawa Association, ini tiated the cl.al.m · for the Grand River Band.for.reimbursement , t $1.25 per acre~ Through very lengthy r+;1ot.lations over the next 20 ~ear~, a ~i>ettlement was reached in 1968 for reimsur ... 11'!\';nt at ninety cents an .;i.ore. This money was held in trust unt.i.1 the present, accum1 ' , .adng interest, rf'hich makes the total :, :<i- ~ttlement approximatel y $1.7 million in Six persons ha•1e been interviewed for jobs, mainly in Sheet Metal (one position) and Assistant to Accountant (one position),,wfth one er{lployer. To,~date 1·'we have entered ·into conotrct with one employer for Sheet Metal training and have oeen able to place one persrn there. employment date starting 26. . Nov.,~ Due to inflation, things are slow right now with all employers . but they have promised to contact us if anythi.ng becomes available. 19'79 ~ D ~cendants who will :receive settlement be one-qua1:ter Indian from the Grand Rh ·~r Band of Otta·iras as est•:d:>ll shed in the l k.rant Roll of 1910. In 1870 and 1910, tn.::f1"e were l t450 Grand River Band Ottawas whi ch comprised 25% of the five b1:mds ou the 1:, .; '>t ;:an t Rell. The Bureau of Ir.diar Affairs sta·;e!'f that ~·ettlements will be rth1iled Decenber t}, 1979. Each descendant will :;,1.s f ·: . ..:.;.:!ve between $GOO to $700 in settlement. i We will keep trying to contact other.employers for the OJT Program to place our Native American people in. a skilled trade that will benefit them careCirwise. plann ~.ng 197'~, 1 ~ JC me~ting wa~ held Nov. 20, Two members attended~ · They Wt;;;r.e int::·oduced to the program and will recel ve a. copy of the monthly reports put out A council PM by the Ceta III O:JT Cood!nators. T.he next meeting is schedueld for Jan. 1980 after the Holiday seaaon. So much fer this report. Stay tuned TURTl..E TALK for moreinformation. Oece~ber 11, 1979 6:30 Room 11, Lexington School \· .rt n Title IV ... Al~ei;naUve Education P wt '·C Ht1e IV ,.,. · Indian Adult!fi!ducation t'1 .:· e~ ~~ d-.,., . .,_ ... -. .... ~......i..::-~ "':-<>:<e~ .,, .... ~-~~ : •. CFEG BAILE'/ SHIRLEY CHA~.f{LA IN · Cf.TA III COOOINATORS to �ON THE PERSONAL SIDE __,r;;-1111 · 11111111nil!lkilll!Mi.t'li! 1 ,.:1ns:a.it111· ELDERS GHOST SUPPER A SUCCESS ,,..._ -· ---,~ - Little Carla . L:tnn C~ made her . debut i'nto this worltrTn a most unusual way. On her birth certificate it states that she was born on the corner of Hall Sire.et and the Expre.ssway to Ke!_!x. Com,2..0. on November 19, 1979. ~ctually, It w-s in the automobile which happened to be on the way to the hospital at.the time • . Upon arrival at the hospital it was learned that little earl~ weighed 8 pound~ and 13 ounces •. Proud papa is Carl Wesaw and of course, proud granaparents ~who were driving ,the car at . the time) are Vi and Frank Compo,; What an experience·. that must have ' beeni Co~gratulations ~111 ~ ,. And · speaking of the Compos, · five year old steven Compo who was dressed as the lncredlble ·Hulk at. the · Westside complex.Halloween Party; won a . bicycle for having the best costume. Understand that he was one~happy little boy. Congratu1ations ::,Steven ! ' -~ ' ' . The eld~r ly held their Ghos·t -S upper a~ Se~\ · ·ior Center ZS Ottawa ~n Saturday Nov. 3~d. It was well attended .with lots of food. A special thanks to Jeanette Pierce for making .the fried bread for us and Clara mae Wasageshik for help with. the corn s~p. " THE. EJJ:a's CtfUS™6.S' PARTY WlU. BE HELD ~T L~.,l~ SQlXL .. THIS YEAH ON DECEMBER ltt, 1979 FROM 12 ~ UNTIL :, PM. VI COMPO WOULD LIKE THE. ELDERS TO KNOW THAT WHEN 1979 RENT REBATE FORMS ARE · ro·· BE· FILLED OUT ' SHE WILL ASSIST YOU AGAIN THIS YEAR IN. FILLING OUT THE FORMS. .,*********************************** And· to ~ue . f,o>s.and 9-a.!"l! Shawa we sen.d On No~ember 19 1 1919, ·the Lansing· Indian Cen- ··· our congratulations on . the birth of - ter hosted.a group of Grand Rapids elders for. their 11 ttle daughter Amb..f!r.,. Le.~ .Sha,wa, a Thanksgiving· dinner. Very many good foods who was born Oct •. 20, lm'!t,Io • loz • J . were prepared for :the people ·who attended. · GRITC Outreach Staff accompanied the elders· . A quilt made by our Seniors was raffled at the Ghost Supper on the We were greatly impressed with the hospitality 24th of Oct. Cheri Boda was the and friendliness from the people of the . i· lucky winner. lndian· Center. After the meal, we · we ree walk through the Center .. and meet And in attendance a~ , _the birthday ga- the staff members. Besides haviilg a wonderthering fo1· 5?eor;.Te S.fiider at the ful meal; a bingo game was offered for the "Watering Hole 11 wfiere-fte ent:rtains) . elders. A special highlight for some of us ~as J..!anette ~ .. Cla!_t, Gen!,V;te,v~~ was looking through the excellent books on all p,hirle·y;;, · be~bie GJ..ltll!, !f~;y .~9.lll£2J!, aspects of Indian culture whi~h the Center's ~l.char.q !1,iatt, ~£!J..~hki., <:;? .. f.Y. library contained. · <Sorry . Gary, I don 1.t remember the last name) and SJ...tz2rge 1 s.~.wf f et plus Meegwetch to t~e Center's director, Janice your editor. I can verify that a good Beckhorn, and to her staff tor a fine .and time was had by all! By ~he way. fest:I.ve occasion and,fea~t. George is a very good singer and musician OUTREACH,STAFF to And Genevieve Shirlef' who is a Nati"v'e · ************** 7\merican·Ter'vce Specialist, will be taking a leave of abse nce to attend Aquinas Colleg e in January. I am told that Geneieve is a very good artist and will be working toward a Fine Arts degree. Much good luck to you, Ginevlevef That's all for this month, folksl •' ,,'~ .;J--~ '.-.$ �t2., ALL INTERESTED NATIVE AMERICANS CHICAGO The U.S. Government needs our help with the 1980 Census. There will be job openi ngs January through August 1?80. ~lders application forms can be requested through the Post Office. . The 1980 census is a very important matter to Indians so ~~ can be counted. Forms 171 ••••• POSITION TITLE HOURLY PAY .RATE· " ( 198C> levels) .. . field .Operations Supervisor $8.15 Of flee Operations ·' Supervisor $6.85 Administrative Operations Supervisor $5.45 Special Place Operations Supervisor $6.10 Field Operation $5.45 . Assistant Off ice Operations Assistant $5.10 Forms DO 263 •••• Senior Off ice Clerk $4.00 Orfice Services Clerk $3.85 Senior Administrative Clerk was the A ·~,11tar~·; iw:here·. •.t he.· '.PoW :Wow is S3.55 Crew Leader $4.50' C. Enumerator. 0ther each year. · · There is always a feeling of joy and gratefulness in me on pow wow grounds to see all the people gather · in one spirit. Two strong drums were present and there were many traditional and fancy dancers. I had the privilege of meeting two elders of the Six Nations peoplei from Syracuse, New York. Mrs. Sundown talked deeply and candidly •bout the problems that some . of the young people are having with substance abuse, and th~ 'talks she gives to these young people to remind them of who they are and : ~o encourage them to begin the·, searc~tt..Or thelr pur ·· pose in life. - She says· tfiere are many people on her reservation who are strong and healthy and living· tradition- . ally. I enj-0yed being in the company of our own elders who always have so m~oh to share and are good to listen to. • Clerk Em~ctnerator. • Q WO~ ·from our communl ty and s.1.x .. ;. staff people from GRITC attended ~his year's Chicago pow wow. A bus was . chartered for our ·group, and room accomodations were arranged for our ·overniq~t $tay. We left Grand Rapids before sunrise, at 6 A.M., and after a brief stop for coffee, we were Qn the road towards Chicago. In high spirits for the first part of the journey, sQon everyone grew quiet and some of us slept, knowing how early we had ~­ wakened to catch the bus in time. Once in Chicago, we checked into the Acres Motel, had a good bre~kfast, and then met at the bus whose next stop h~ld .. paw $4.20 $4.00 As always, there were many booths set up with very beautiful Indian materials to buy. We left the pow wow at 4:30 P.H. on Sunday, · and arrived in Grand Rapids, at 9: 15. I h ope we cart go to mp1·e ,\ places with the elders and be in theit company aga ln . ELOISE , �WE DRANK ------ a tllltfUlll . . 3' • A • We drank for happiness and became unhappy, We drank for joy and became miserabl.e, We drank for soci.ality and became argument.;: <:ltlve, We drank for sophistication anc;t became obnoxious·, We drank for friendship and made enemies, We drank for sleep and awakened without rest. ' WHIJE We drank for strength and felt weak, ';I'M PART INDIAN, We drank medicinally and acquired health problems, fr We drank for relaxation and got the $hakes, F~~ ~TAU=T2ij3 !W1IAN We drank for confidence and became doubtful, EQOl lliIDllli MY GP.AND ti'D¥R WAS A CHEROKEE, SHE WAS A PRINCESS. 1 11 11 We drank for bravery and became afraidt ~ITH AfID rot Fa..KS WE !-'AVE A. SURPRISE FOR YOU, DANCERS WASHINGTON IS THE FATHER OF OOR COUNTRY." "CAN yrv1 DANCE:fa< ME? INJUN~ · SAY S<::M:THING IN . We drank to make conversatiort easier and slurred our s~eech, OUTREACH NEWS ~-•b We drank to' feel heavenly and ended up feeling like hell. We drank to forget and were forever haunted, ~ With the holiday season just around the corner, the Outreach team will be quite busy with planning holiday activities~ Our sen-· io11 eitizen:s had the pleasure of having the Lansing senior ci.tizens as 'their guests for a chicken dinner at Lexington School the 14-. We drank for freedom and became slaves, ot November. It gave them a chance to meet old friends and make new ones. The dinner We drank to erase problems and saw them was enjoyed by all 18 participants. The multi.ply, Lansing seniors. in turn invi t:;ed our seni01.·s to a Thanksgiving dinner on the 19th of Nov~ · We drank to cope with life and invited death. We also had an ovetnight field trlp to ChicBY JIM HALVERSON ago for our seniours where they took in the (Taken from the GVIA Newsletter.) Chicago Pow Wow. Th,ey le·rt Saturday morn- !ng at 6 AH and returned Sunday night, tired but happy. They really enjoyed th1s trip and look' forward to more. The1•e were 27 partici -,,, pants. We are having .a · Christmas Party. 1.o r our Eld- ers on Dec. 14 from ..12 to 5 PM: We hope to see ·vou all ~-here. · We will be in contact with .. you ab.out the detaHs. Shirley McDonald QIRECTOR OF OUTREAC~ · �.. a ;, ·, 'iliil ·-1fz nt u. wn •~iY1fWiia.;;.•aS( +r ·;x · r ,. ,. .ne ·, 1 : ~ .• • l ·• ttt'f-t w , -· 1c w·e ~•- --enrt ·,· ~,..et~ - nt ' f zw r mw· egu - 11·-~~=-~~~...-A~~~~a..~.:~·~,- a_~:b_1-'*"-!'·z:-4~~:1"J':->~~~ DECEMBER • TUESDAY MONDAY SU.NOAY n o ·1-saa ·· WEONESOAY .. .FR . THURSDAY -~ ,,; ' "" lf- • • .. ·it, . ~ ~' ~ •• .. ·1 MT Cl.ASS 6:30PM Lexington School ., • :+~ a· ' \, 2 3 .4 6 ;. 5 7 8 ' 1'nblt67:11e.atj.~j ~ . ~· ~ JITLtt TV Pa.Ft A Arts & Craft Potter Arts & Craft Potter i+ttl~;.: :tV--':Par't;', 8J_f;Y' Public Hearing . Sale - all day Sa le-all day ii:,,00.M ;~e.xtf.l!Jton ·· Lexington School Lexington School Lexington School 6 30 : ART CLASS . ~eF_-~ribal '-~~fd s & Craft Pott 1~~.e~t.11'9"~1.: 3.0 l™ · · ··. - Sale-Lexington >'°' • - ··~ . ·.~.flod~ · · o. 9 •· . f~ 1 4 ('.,.; ;.;....;.. VU1U..L Lexington Gym 3 18 ~~~~STMASI 24 .HAPPY NEW .YEAR! 31 19 ~- ', ~ . ~ ¥' '.... t )\ t Talent Show 1:00 PM 7 - t!GJ.QN I l 5 ,. Pot luck Lunch I 0 21 22 27 28 29 ~ 25 6 ' El.IERS C~ISTI-1AS .-.- PAAlY I · ·· hristmas Party 16 ,,. . ·.. . ,··. : ·~ · - (r~·t'nn!t~n· ~....tire" 1· \.r . t:" _., p ) ~1 ~. f ~ '- 1. �.... N~ P~OF!T 0 ,? G Stand Rapids lntsr-Tri/Jal C011ntil • ?'."'** =;:>41:::: 756 Bridge. N.W., Grand Rapids,. Mich. 4950.4 .;'.-Jlitfftl"~ "•"' U. 5. POSTAGE PA ID PERMIT NO. 690 ~ GIANJ) llAl'IDs,· MICH ··•!<-.,¢ Betty Jones: Library Gr and Valley State Colleges Allendale, MI 49401 p., ft. � 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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I 1111 11 I I I I I I I I 11 1111 11 11 I I I I 11 11 11 11 I I 11 I I WHEELER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR .•.•••.•.••••••.••.••.••••••••••..••••••.••.• Bunny RAPHAEL :OOARD OF DI RECTORS PAT RAWLINGS PRES IDENT SIMON FRANCIS VICE PRESIDENT KATHY STINGER. .SECRETARY JEANETTE Sr. CLAIR •••••.•.••••••••••...•.....•.••.••••.••.•••.• TREASURER PAUL JACKSON JR •••••.•• ·,· ...•...••.••••••••••••.•••......••••..• SGT. Ar ARMs GEORGE MARTIN. .MEMBER 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 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 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 I I BARBARA ARZOLA.. JOHN HART ~'li\RY CHURCH 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 MEMBER MEMBER 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 MEMBER HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OF YOU WHO HAVE BIRTHDAYS IN NOYEMBER &DECEMBER. IF YOU WOULD Ll~ YQ!JlR NAME AND BJBTHDAY PRINTED IN THE I URTLE TALK., PLEASE CALL LORETTA AT //LH~55 OR RAE AT 4~.5/i.14 I AGAIN A BIG THANKS TO ALL WI-{) HAVE HELPED TO PULL THE TURTLE TALK TOGETHER. Ir's TEAM WORK THAT Mti.KES THINGS HAPPEN, IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE POEMS., ARTICLES., ETC~ PRINTED IN THE TURTLE TALK., PLEASE CALL loRETTA AT 774-8331 OR RAE AT 45&-)7f.14. EACH ISSUE WILL BE PRINTED THE FIRST WEEK OF EACH MONTH SO IF YOU HAVE INFORMJ\TION PLEASE GET IT IN BEFORE THAT TIME. �NOVEMBER OUTREACH REPORT SHIRLEY MCDONALD, DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH This year we are not having any special Thanksgiving occasion for the elders because of the Thanksgiving potluck that is being put on by Lexington Community Education. You recall last year they took a trip to Chicago for the pow-wow. We did have an afternood of Bingo, last Monday for the few that stayed after lunch. We have had people from Pullman and Holland come and share dinner with us lately. It shows that people from different areas are really interested in our lunch program. We are still looking for more support from staff and board members ... You see, the money we get for the lunches we sell is turned into food for the next meal. We have also been having bake sales every Friday for this cause. Starting December 1, we will be selling raffle tickets for the Seniors Christmas Party. We will appreciate any kind of donation (food, money, veg., etc.) that will help us out for the community's Christmas. Our work program has been picking up a little bit. Jobs so far have been raking leaves, moving people aDd different little odds and ends. Tuesday, December 2, we will be taking (35) youngsters from 5-12 years on a Christmas shopping trip sponsored by the Grand Rapids Jaycee's. NOVEMBER PART C REPORT MIKE CONNOLLY One more individual completed their GED test and one completed their high school diploma during the past month. This made four completions for the year. Five more individuals are within one test of earning their GED certificate. Indian Adult attendance has increased greatly since the beginning of the classroom training program under CETA III. A monitoring system is currently being developed and should be distributed to the Board by next meeting. The survey being undertaken has been completed. The response by participants was excellent. The data should be available by March. �CONDENSED MINUTES OF BOARD MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 4, 1980. ON FILE AT 45 LEXINGTON N.W. ORIGINAL MINUTES Board Members Present: Pat Rawlings, Barbara Arzola, Jeanette St. Clair, Mary Church, John Hart, Kathy Stinger, George Martin. Staff Present: J.W. Wheeler, Mike Connolly, Shirley Lark, Geri Conway. Guests: Chuck Scalla Meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by President Pat Rawlings. Mary Church made a motion to accept the October minutes, seconded by Barbara Arzola. Motion carried. Chuck Scalla addressed the Board. Organizing a basketball league for kids 3rd grade thru 10 at the YMCA (downtown). He is recruittng ktds to participate and adults to volunteer as coaches. Registration is November 8, but could register at a later date. Basic fundamentals are taught first, with team assignments scheduled for December. Anyone interested may register at the YMCA or call 451-1141 ext. 234 or 235. Wag gave report on the Bridge St. building status for the National Historic Register. May be impractical due to the fact the building would have to be restored to exact structure and furnishtngs. Needs to be researched further. Very little response from HUD, possibility of city's Community Development Program funds for restoring. Selling is still a possibility. All utilities have been shut-off and pipes drained at the Bridge St. building, but maintenance (winter) is still our responsibility. Building should be utilized. possible to shut off upstairs because of the safety factor, and just use the downstairs offices. Need to check with the Fire Marshall as to whether we could bar the windows and still use the building. Mike Connolly gave a report on Adult Education, CETA III. A little hard to keep track of Indian students because of the whole Adult Education Program at Lexington combining. To date, one has their GED certificate and one has finished high school since September. CETA III has initiated a classroom training program for 17 to 21, with a few 16 year olds. They receive an allowance of $3.10 an hour for up to 20 hours per week. Twenty students are enrolled, with a waiting list of 15. The program planned for 50-75 to enter and finish the program, 40-50 will actually finish. We enrolled some people who have never been enrolled in any of our programs before to get them more involved. Wag gave Greg and Shirley McDonald's reports in their absence. Greg will be in Washington next week to finalize our CETA III grant. Our allotment for the 1980-81 program will be $148,333 - an increase of about $4,500 over the last years' grant. CETA IIB has initiated a 32 hr. work experience and 8 hour classroom program. The 32 hours are mandatory, with the 8 hours voluntary, but paid attendance. Seventy-five people are enrolled in the Career Development class, this combines the CETA III and II-B participants. The Ghost Supper had a hug~ turnout. �condensed minutes cont. Wag reported on the status of the Owl Program. Right now we are planning agreement for two months - October and November, but wil1 be extending into the middle of December. Said we could have $3,000 a month for expenses, but figure we can only spend $4,100 for the ten week period. We have received $1 ,000 advance, with the balance to be paid on a monthly reimbursement basis. Kim Hoag has been hired as a consultant to research various other Substance Abuse programs and resource people around the country. He is doing a fantastic job. We feel that the concept of the substance abuse program should be changed and incorporate both the Christian and traditional views in treating clients. We plan on holding a "Public Hearing" (rap session) in order to get input from the community on the kinds of help, assistance, program everyo~e feels is needed, probably in about three weeks. May invite some Christian and traditional people to have a prayer meeting to start the program off to a good start, thus eliminating any problems that may artse from the eventual direction of the substance abuse program. Geri Reported on the Indian Child Welfare Program I attended a workshop in Mt. Pleasant on October 9, 1980. It was very informative as to the problems that the Tribal Courts, D.S.S. Protective Services, and Probate Courts are having implementing the Indian Child Welfare Act. We have received two responses to our letters to the different agencies in town. Hopefully, we will hear this month from the rest. We have had eight contacts dealing with children the past two months. The next Board of Directors Meeting will be December 2, 1980, at Lexington School. Kathy Stinger made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by John Hart. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:57 p.m. **************************************************************************** PERSONALS We were all very happy to hear Rita Blumke, who recently had major surgery, is doing fine. She's a little tired but is looking forward to a nice Thanksgiving dinner. There was a newspaper article written about Rita in the Grand Rapids Press on Monday, 24, 1980. Please take time to read it. Congratulations to Terri Leureaux who had a new baby boy! His name is Paul! Congratulations also to Toni Genia who recently had a new baby boy! advanced Art students from Lexington School have some of their art displayed at Samarkand Art Gallery , near Gaslight Village in East Grand Rapids. If you get a chance, please stop by to see their beautiful work. ~The �BOOS HOO! Even though the school year is almost half over, the Native American Education Staff in the Grand Rapids Public Schools would like to extend a greeting to everyone. The staff has been busy identifying Indian students in the schools, serving as liaisons between the students, school and home, taking care of referrals for special assistance, tutoring in special cases, giving classroom presentations about Indians, and the list goes on and on. If there is any way in which we can further render services, do give us a call at 456-4226 or do stop and see us at 45 Lexington N.W. Parent Committee Meetings take place regularly on a monthly basis, namely, the second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon at Lexington School. If you wish to give any sug~estions or input into the program please feel welcome to attend any or all of the meetings. Remember, the Native American Education Program is a program that is serving your children. On December 17, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. a Public Hearing will take place for the purpose of planning next year's program. Do plan to attend and give your ideas. The program does render services to all the Indian children in the Grand Rapids Public Schools should a need arise, but since the staff is few in number they work in assigned target schools. The following list gives names of the Native American Specialists and their school assignments: 1. 2. 3. 4. Angie Yob - Sibley and Straight Elementary Schools Bev Meadows - Stocking, Coit Elementary Schools &Walbridge Academy Gary Shawa - Westwood Middle and Central High School George Snider - Union High, Harrison Park Junior and Harrison Park Ele. Me-gwetch Jeanette St. Clair Coordinator • �THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW 1. Parent Committee meeting December 10, 1980, 12:00 noon at Lexington School located at 45 Lexington N.W. 2. Title IV A Christmas Party will be December 18, 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Lexington School. 3. Indian Drumming &Singing at Lexington School every Monday &Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 4. There is a Beading class every Wednesday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Lexington for all K-12 students. Judy Raphael is the instructor. For more information call Pat at 456-4226. 5. If you need to contact a Board member, please call Rae at the Inter-Tribal Council. The number is 774-8331. 6. Homemaker's class at Lexington every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. 7. Senior's lunch program every Monday &Wednesday at 12:00 noon at Lexington. Lunches are FREE to senior citizens and there is a slight $2.00 charge for all others. Everyone is welcome. 8. Basketball practice is held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. information call Wally at 774-8331. 9. All students attending classes at Lexington are asked to use the East entrance of the building after 4:00 p.m. For more 10. A Youth Program is soon to begin at Lexington. Activities will be planned for Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Will Kellogg, retired pro football player, will supervise these events. 11. The seniors provide a bake sale each Friday in the morning at Lexington. 12. If you would like information about any of the programs offered at Lexington School, please call Rae at 456-3744. 13. Welcome to a new member of the Inter-Tribal Council staff. been hired to coordinate a substance abuse program. 14. There will be a mini session at Lexington called Personal De-YeJopment. The class will be held January 12-18 & January 19-23. If you attend every class you will earn 2 credits. For more information call Sandy at 456-3717 or Roxy at 456-9382 . Kim Hoag has �,· I fixed my eyes upon the water the reflection stared back at me caught me in a moment of depth that echoed throughout my IDody Shrilling and Whiny Inside I was hollow I couldn't grab hold of it .... only remember The water used to arise in my soul impassion me with tranquility How I loved sitting on that hillside, with you Listening, tentively, to the ecstatic whisper of cool winds breeze about the lake Watch the sun disappear with a hint of red so delicate in the sky It seemed nothing could touch this virtue You filled my soul then But, that was, so long ago .... Kareen Lewis 2/5/80 �SENIOR Is NEWS ENERGY AID FOR SENIORS If you're 60 years of age or older, and you have a problem paying your gas bill write or visit Michigan Consolidated today. You may be eligible for financial aid through the Senior Citizen Energy Assistance Program. Here's how the plan works: When you tell us that you are a senior citizen and you are having bill payment problems, we'll do two things: First, we'll code your account as senior citizen so that, should you fall behind in your bill payments, your gas service will not be shut off in the winter. Second, we'll put you in touch with a Mich·1gan Community Action Agency or an Area Agency on Aging. They will see if you meet the income eligibility requirements for financial assistance. If you qualify, your heating bills could be taken care of until spring. So write or visit a Michigan Consolidated office today. Or visit your local Area Agency of Aging or Michigan Community Action Agency and ask about the Senior Citizen Energy Assistance Program. It's Michigan Consolidated's way of helping senior customers pay gas bills. There are many other programs available from Michigan Consolidated and from federal, state and local agencies to help seniors and all our customers. For a detailed description write for our free booklet: "ENERGY Assistance Programs" Michigan Consolidated Gas Company Energy Assistance Department 200 Monroe Avenue Grand Rapids, MI 49502 article taken from The Golden Years SENIOR LUNCHES There is still a wonderful lunch program at Lexington every Monday & Wednesday for Senior Citizens. The 1unches are FREE to senior citizens are they are delicious. It's a great chance for all of you to get out of the house so please stop by to visit. For more information, call 774-8331 and ask for Shirley. If you are in the building during the week, menus are posted on most bulletin boards. �FOR ALL TO KNOW WHAT IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? First of all, let's define nonnal blood pressure. Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of the arteries. When the pressure within these blood vessel becomes too high, a person is said to have high blood pressure or hypertension. High blood pressure and hypertension does not necessarily mean you are a "hyper" or tense individual. HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Approximately 23 million people in the U.S. have high blood pressure. about 15% of the white population and 25% of the minority population. It affects WHO GETS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Anyone can get high blood pressure (even children, although it is not as common as in adults). Those in a high risk group are people who are overweight, have a family history of high blood pressure, are older than 50 years and/or a minority group. HOW WILL I KNOW IF I HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? High blood pressure is a "sneaky" disease. Usually, there are no symptoms. (Rarely, people with high blood pressure complain of headaches, nose bleeds, or shortness of breath). Usually the only way you can tell if your blood pressure is high is to have your blood pressure taken. Your doctor, nurse, or other professional can check it for you . WHAT CAUSES HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Although many idfferent diseases may cause high blood pressure, 90% of the time no cause is known. WHY IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SO DANGEROUS? Simply stated, left untreated, it can knock years off of your li'fe. Life insurance companies have researched the relationship between high blood pressure and life expectancy. Their studies reveal that even mild high blood pressure, untreated, can mean actual years of life lost. If high blood pressure is left uncontrolled, it can damage vital organs namely the heart by causing heart attacks and heart failure. High blood pressure, in affecting the brain, is a leading cause of strokes. WHAT EFFECT DOES HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE HAVE ON THE KIDNEYS? High blood pressure can cause kidney damage. The type of high blood pressure causing this damage is called "primary" hypertension, and is incurable, but can be controlled. High pressure in the blood vessels of the kidneys causes them to become sclerotic (thickened). As this reduces the blood supply to the kidneys they can no longer function efficiently. Therefore, they become less effective in removing waste products from the body. Salt is retained instead of being properly eliminated, which causes the body to hold fluid. This extra fluid puts a burden on the heart causing it to fail. Which in turn creates a vicious cycle, as the heart then supplies the kidneys with less blood, causing the kidneys further damage. WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Have your blood pressure checked often. Sometimes it takes more than one reading to get the correct count. If your blood pressure is high your doctor will prescribe medication. WHERE CAN I GO TO GET MY BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKED? You and your family may get your blood pressure checked FREE at Westside Complex from 9:00-11 :00 a.m. and from 1:00-4:00 p.m. every day. For more information call 774-3957. article from Talking Peace Pipe, Macomb County �/(> WHAT TO DO ABOUT AN ALCOHOLIC IN THE FAMILY HOW THE FAMILY CAN HELP DO'S Do Do Do Do Do Do Do Do Do learn the facts about alcoholism. develop an attitude to match the facts. talk to someone who understands alcoholism. take a personal inventory of yourself. call the Alcoholism Information Center. maintain a healthy home atmosphere. encourage your problem drinker's new interests. take a relapse lightly if there is one. pass your knowledge of alcoholism on to others. DON'T --Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't Don't preach and lecture. have a "holier-than-thou" attitude. use the "If you loved me" appeal. make threats you won't carry out. hide liquor or pour it out. argue with the person when they are drunk. make an issue over treatment. expect an immediate, 100% recovery. be jealous of their method of recovery. try to protect them against alcohol. r ~±: • IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, DON'T HESITATE TO CALL KIM HOAG AT THE INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL. THE NUMBER IS 774-8331. IF HE CANNOT HELP YOU, HE WILL BE ABLE TO REFER YOU TO THE PROPEr:. AGENCY. newsletter MAAIC ************************************************************************************* ************************************************************************************* JOB ON CAMPUS ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE - Business and Finance. Salary range, C-4, $4.85-$7.18/hr. To perform specialized office duties with responsibility for coordination of and follow-through on specific matters associated with administrative operations. Three years of tratning and/or experience in a comparable area with good secretarial skills required. Inquire at the Grand Valley Personnel Office. ////////////l//////l////////////l///////l//////////////////////////////ll//////////// fa REMINDER - If the people in the community wish to pick up Christmas baskets, please get to the Complexes as early as possible . ... If you would like to volunteer to be a cheerleader for the Grand Rapids Skins team, please call Wally at 774-8331 . Let's help to cheer our team on! .f. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ If you have any winter boot s you would like to donate to Lexington's Alternative Education Program please call 456-4646 and they will come to your home to pick them up. �LOOK AND READ Long time ago when Buffalo were plenty and Mother Earth was young, Prairie Chicken would dance during mating season showing off his beautiful feathers for the woman he longed for. The Nishnawbe men were watching this great exhibition and thought how nice it would be if they could dance in this manner also, so they made feathered outfits of many colors and learned the dance well. Now the women were starting to become jealous of the men for having such a beautiful dance that they couldn't participate in, so they made their own outfits and learned their own style of the Prairie Chicken dance (fancy dance). Now the men and the women were both happy as they danced proudly with the sound of the drum penetrating through their bodies. The drum, we know is the heartbeat of all nations. The men drummed to honor the women in respect for the gift of life that women have. As time went on and people started to forget, or disregard their heritage, they lost respect for the drum which also showed lack of respect for women, and themselves. Today we are trying to bring back the spirituality of the drum for deep inside we all feel the respect and we are trying to pass this on at Pow Wows and in drum class, I hope we all learn well. Anonymous • .. ---------__...-;; �I J. LEXINGTON CHILDCARE As most of you know, Lexington Community Education offers FREE childcare to all Community Education parents. Each day new activities are provided and the children love it. Some of the mothers would like to thank the Childcare staff for the wonderful job they are doing. If it weren't for the Childcare Program, the students would not be able to attend school. SO THANK YOU TO THE CHILDCARE STAFF. YOU ARE VERY MUCH APPRECIATED! ****************************************************************************** NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Concerning next year's Title IV Part A (Indian Education Act Program), will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 1980, at 7:00 p.m. at Lexington ~chool, which is located at 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Mi. The purpose of the hearing is to review the anticipated 1981-82 proposal which will be submitted by the Grand Rapids Public Schools to deal specifically with the special needs of the Native American students of the Grand Rapids Public Schools. The hearing will be open to the public. We hope that all parents of Indian students now attending school in the Grand Rapids school district will attend. The agenda for discussion will be aired at the meeting. FAMILY WEAVING CLASS It is the hope of Lexington Communi'ty Education to offer a Family Weaving class second semester. The class concept will be for families to be able to go to school together . Learning from an elder is a learning experience we all hope to accomplish and this is our way of providing that opportunity to you. If you are interested in taking this class, please call Rae at 456-3744. If there is enough response from the community this class will be offered second se;11ester which will begin February 2, 1980. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Daisy Conzelman made a wonderful contribution to the Grand Valley American Indian Lodge so they are able to have a Christmas Party annually for the Indian children. The next Christmas party will be Saturday, December 20, 1980, at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1025 Three Mile Rd., N.E., Grand Rapids, MI. (Please Use Basement Entrance). Time - 1 :00-4:00 p.m. A special urge to all members to please contact any Indian families and their children to come so this Christmas party for "Daisy" can be the best ever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . .. . . . Anyone wishing to have information for the community printed in the Turtle Talk should call Loretta at 774-8331 or Rae Ann at 456-3744. If you are interested in drawing small graphics or submitting poems please let us know. �CHINIWIDWINA-BIGSTORM The wind howling Great with power .... Almost knocking you down lightning, to break the darkness trying to capture your attention As if mad Rain, pouring down As if trying to wash away all sins .. renew you .. in haste Screaming Thunder You can't help but listen Wondering What he'll say next then it passes With a whisper of silence And a rainbow to guide you .... on a new day. Kareen Lewis 12/ 3/79 �MRS. DOMINIC: "DEFINE AN INDIAN" by Dennis Chase The Northern Michigan Ottawa Association (NMOA) would like the word INDIAN redefined. loose interpretations have made it possible for white men to be recognized as Indian, according to Waunetta Dominic, president of the NMOA. "Take the fishing issue, 11 Mrs. Dominic said. 11 The State of Michigan, the Interior Department, the local clubs - they are dealing with white men not Indians. They are wasting time and money dealing with them. They still have to deal with treaty Indians. If they {government). want to talk treaty they should talk treaty with the Indians not the white men. They (Sault Chippewa Band) say they are exercising treaty rights. But what treaty are they talking about? They are not on the (Durant) roll. 11 The Durant roll was a federal census taken in 1910 to determine the number of Indians in the state who qualified under the terms of the Treaty of 1836. Persons listed on the roll were at least 1/2 Indian blood. 11 The government did not deal with anyone who didn't have 1/2 Indian blood or more, 11 she said, adding that a number of 11 recognized 11 Indians today have less than that . . Mrs. Dominic believes that a 1/2 blood definition would be fair with the stipulation that Indians could extend privleges to others with less than 1/2 blood. 11 If Indian was redefined, the government would save millions of dollars, 11 she said. "Right now they are paying for and allowing privleges to white men. They have really broadened the definition. There are some who claim they are 1/32 or 1/64 Indian. I don't think you can prove you're Indian when you get down that far. 11 "Indians should strive to keep their identy instead of letting the white man take over. 11 Mrs. Dominic said the NMOA is also concerned about 11 discrimination 11 against non-federally recognized tribes. 11 That 1 s another issue we question, 11 she said. 11 And we're going to push that issue, too. 11 Mrs. Dominic said 11 a lot of privleges and rights" are being granted to federally recognized Indians but not to non-federally recognized Indians. As an example, she said she recently won a decision that allowed non-federally recognized Indians to attend an Indian clinic at Kincheloe. However, she said, there is still a battle being waged as to whether non-federally recognized tribes can receive supplemental support if they need to go elsewhere for nedical reasons. Also, non-federally recognized tribes have not been extended the fishing rights that federally recognized tribes have, although Mrs. Dominic said only a handful of members from her association 11 want to commercial fish. 11 11 The majority of our tribe fish mainly for subsistence. 11 At its meeting on Saturday, the NMOA also agreed to get "some of the claim money" - that totals nearly $17 million - banked in Michigan. A member of the Bureau of Indian Affairs is working with the group on that matter. Mrs. Dominic said she has been in contact with officials from Michigan Bank North. 11 We strongly believe that the economy of Michigan is more important than the economy of other state. 11 The NMOA also elected officers Saturday. Those elected includes: Mrs. Dominic, president; Steve Shomin (Detroit), vice-president; Anthony Chinman (Pentwater), interpreter; Ann Smith (Bay Shore), treasurer; Pauline Barber (Williamsburg}, secretary; Don Davenport (Harbor Springs), Gladys laws (Lansing), Joe John (Grand Rapids) and Joe Ginia (Muskegon), counselors. The NMOA will appoint a committee to investigate the Child Welfare Act at a future meeting. �CIVIL SERVICE BOARD CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN Proceedings of the Civil Service Board Committee of the Whole Roll Call - Present: Absent: Mr. Brown, Mr. Jabin, Mr. Jones, Mr. Post, &Mrs. Williams. None The Civil Service Board, sitting as a Committee of the Whole, met on August 5, 1980 for the purpose of considering the matter of minority qualification of American Indians. The Chairperson asked for comments from any interested person present at the meeting. A general discussion ensued during which various persons stated their views on the question being discussed. It was generally agreed that some standard needed to be established in order that a person could be considered as an American Indian for minority classification purposes. The Chief Examiner explained both present and past practices with regard to this matter. It was moved by Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mr. Jones, and carried, that the following criteria be adopted for the purpose of establ isliing American Indian status for Civil Service Board purposes. American Indian Status ,.. That in order to qualify for City of Grand Rapids hiring, American Indians must be one-fourth blood degree, or 2. is a member of a recognized tribe or band of Indians, or 3. the individual establishes Indian status by means of community identification and recognition as a bona fide American Indian through the Inter-Trioal Council or the Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs, or by such other means as may be appropriate. It was noted that presentation of the appropriate certification documents would meet the criteria set forth in Items l and 2, and that the burden of proof would be with the individual in connection with Item 3 of the criteria. article submitted by Joe John �8/29/80 "THE PEOPLE OF IBE GRA\JD" -- a report on a new permanent exhibit at the Gra!1d Rapids ?ublic Museum prepared for Joe John by W. o.. fr~nkforter, Museum Di rector. ..-· . "The People of the Grand," a pennanent exh~bit on prehistoric and historic Indian cultures in the Grand Rapids area .w'ill open at the Grand Rapids Public Museum on November 14. This display, wh\ch has been in preparation for approximately four years, begins with a three-dimensional projection diorama which explains how the glaciers of the Ice Age modified the land, creating the Great Lakes, and producing the landscape into which the first Native Americans entered. There is evidence in the eastern United States that the Late Ice Age elephant, the mastodon, was still living when the first Indians came into the region, at least 11,000 to 12,000 years ago. This introductory exhibit is a full-scale diorama, incorporating a 40 by IS foot mural depicting the valley at Grand Rapids at that time. It shows the Paleo-Ind~ans hunting mastodons and, in the foreground .. the skeleton of a mastodon is shown sinking into a bog. This exhibit is based .on the discovery of a skeleton earlier in this century in a bog near 1-borland in northern Muskegon County. The scattering of the bones and the fact that some pieces were missing suggests that the animal was killed and dismembered by the early hunters. Mastodon remains have been found in gravel pits in Grand Rapids as well. The displays follow .. in chronological order .. illustrating the history of the Native Americans as reconstructed from archeological and historical records. The earl ie~t type of spe.arpoint .. named the "Clovis" point 1 is shown. Several of this type have been found in Michigan .. with at least four reported from Kent County. Following the Pal~-Indian section .. the display treats what archeologists call the "Archaic" period which spanned a period of time between 6, 000 and 3,500 B.C. Great changes were taking place at that time because of a warming trend following the · Ice Age. The mastodons died out and people turned more and more to the small animals and to fishing for food. Changes took place in the type of weapons and tools being made and the first gxound stone items, such as ''bird stones" and gorgets were produced. Next .. the displays show the beginning of horticulture with the introduction of squash and pumpkin.. as well as the first pottery. This occurred in what is called the Early Woodland .. between 1,500 and 500 .B.C. A large mural depicts the next stage .. the Middle Woodland which has been called the "Hopewell" taken from the name of the land owner in Ohio where the first scientific excavation of this culture was reported. This mural shows the Indian Mounds southwest of Grand Rapids at a time 2, 000 years ago when a burial ceremony is about to take place. This site is the largest remaining group of mounds in Michigan and is an extremely important prehistoric mom.unent. Also included is a painting showing a grandfather telling younger men the story of the great Megis (shell) which .. according to Ojibwa .legend, led their ancesters from the northeast coast to the Great Lakes ove~ a period of several generations. The exhibit continues with a large, three-dimensional scene showing an .Indian village at the time of the coming of the first French fur traders. This is a spring time setting with maple sap being gathered and incorporating a wigwam, as well as the trader and Indians bartering over the furs and trade goods. Opposite this diorama there is a small amphitheatre where approximately 30 individuals can be seated to watch slides or films on various subjects. �-2- ._. . 1be fi r. al four exhibit cases treat the Ottawa~ Potawatomi, and Ojibwa tribes in nlation to treaties, clothing styles/ quill work and beadwork, woodworking and general changes in life style that occurred because of the coming of the white man. lbis exhibit ends with another full-scale scene which includes a mural of the river and the Grand Rapids area in 1827 when the Baptist Mission had been built on the west side and Louis Campau was constructing his first fur trading post on the east side. A log cabin has been built to represent the Mission and will be outfitted with appropriate benches, a table, and other furnishings which would have been necessary. 1bis display will provide visitors with a concept of what happened during the prehistoric period in the Grand Rapids area. A second half of 111be People of the Grand" will treat the history of Grand Rapids from 1826 to the year A.O. 2,000. This portion of the display will not be done, ·however, until a master plan ~or the Museum, now being developed, has been completed. Consultant' on this exhibit have included Joe John, Rose Star Chief, Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. John Chisholm, Isaac Pet~rs, Loretta Antoine, Michael Dominic, and Dr. Richard Flanders. The exhibit has been designed, fabricated, and installed by the staff of the Grand Rapids Public Museum. �--· "..... 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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/ec2511f47dc15866bb111c9a57f05d83.pdf 279302a3b2c6e872ae3aac71bfefbc5d PDF Text Text GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL TURTLE TALK DECEMBER 1981 Executive Director-------------------------------------~--J, Wagner Wheeler Assistand Director----------------------------------------Joseph Raphael BOARD OF DIRECTORS Simon Francis------------------------------------President George Martin------------------------------------Vice President Barbara Arzola-----------------------------------Secretary Jeanette St. Clair-------------------------------Treasurer John Hart----------------------------------------Sgt. at Arms Mary Roberts-------------------------------------Member Mary Church--------------------------------------Member Paul Jackson, Jr.--------------------------------Member A BIG THANKS TO EVERYONE who were able to help with Turtle Talk HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the following people and everyone else who will be celebrating a birthday in December. Happy Birthday to: Robin High Billy Schrubbe, Jerry King Edmund Pigeon, Robin Raphael, Joseph Raphael, Richard Raphel and Harvey Anderson. PLEASE keep us informed if your address has changed. We will need know both your old and new address including both zip codes. If you have friends or family who would like to receive our newsletter call: (616)774-8331 or write to 45 Lexington N. W., Grand Rapids, Mi. 49504 �,· Follow-Up Report on The 33rd Annual Council Meeting, NMOA September 19, 1981 There were several items recorded in the minutes of the Annual Council meeting to which I would like to add some personal corrments and observations. Indian Health Services at the Saul~ Not included in the minutes were statements by Robert VanAlstine to the effect that the Michigan BIA was not fully aware of the Indian Health Services regulations which would seem to raise serious doubts about his statement that nonreservation members must receive BIA certification prior to obtaining the services of Indian Health Services. Off-Reservation Hunting and Fishing Mr. VanAlstine's response to a concern raised from the floor shows that Mr. VanAlstine is not accurately informed on hunting and fishing rights under the 1836 Treaty. My understanding of this matter is that Federal Judge Noel P. Fox's ruling which was supported by the Federal Appeals Court in Cincinnatti, provided only a constitutional interpretation of the 1836 Treaty, and the determination of blood line is left up to the Tribes involved in such Treaties. Disposition of Judgement Claims Under the 1836 Treaty: Adoptive Children Mr. VanAlstine reported that the certification of adoptive non-reservation Indians is very difficult because of the Privacy Act. While certification of adoptive children does take longer, the following information may help to clarify what has to be done: For certification of adoptive non-reservation Indian children, it is necessary to obtain an adoption order from the Probate Court which handled the adoption proceedings. This adoption order accompanied by the Indian family tree, at least back to the 1910 Durant roll, should be submitted to the BIA. For further information on this process, contact Audrey Ailing of the Michigan BIA. Indian Education I would like to raise the following question: Are the off-reservation Indians from Michigan receiving their fair share of BIA High.0£ducation Grants, and if not, we need to find out why. There seems to be a larger allocation of such grants to reservation Indians. Joe John November 6, 1981 �BOTH CETA PROGRAMS ARE IN FULL SWING UP-DATE: The CETA II-B program year began October 1, 1981 and currently has (16) paiticipants on worksites. In addition we were able to place two participants in unsubsidized employment. One began work at a restaurant and one started work in a factory. The CETA III classroom Training program currently has (55) participants enrolled. Staff has been meeting on regular basis to monitor student progress and try and identify any problems in the program. We are still waiting for notification from Washington 0. C. as to what our funding level will be for this year. Hopefully we will hear within the next month so we can finalize program plans, goals, etc. The Health Fair was a huge sucess with (112) people going through the program. The Health Dept. wants to compile data and will try to design a health program for the Council. Indian Child Welfare Program - We at the Council are concerned over the possibility the Indian Child Welfare may not be funded in the near future. The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is recommend- ing not funding uband Ind.ian C.ente!",s, .e.ven though urban areas has the larger population of Indian people. Americans who need this program. There are so many Native We hope it will continue. �GRITC OUTREACH PROGRAM AND TITLE IV, held a Hallaween Dance at Westside Complex, October 31, 1981. A very good turn out and good time by all. Almost everyone came in costumes. Best costume went to Greg Bailey, a very well put together women. Second place winner - Buddy Raphael Third place - Jumbo Anderson Both placed as well formed women. Music was very good (2 bands) Norman Blumke and George Snieder Norman Blumke donated $75.00 Buddy and Judy Raphael donated the beer 43.75 Rich Donnelly donating the hall $125.00 Many thanks to all the people for their donations and to the people who attended, they made it possible for this being a sucess. The Ghost Supper held in October had a nice turn out (130) people in attendance. There was plenty of food for everyone. A special thanks to staff, they made everything run smoothly. HOMEMAKERS CLUB • A NEW TIME (AFTERNOONS) EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM l to 3 o'clock SUBSTANCE ABUSE MEETS EVERY THURSDAY 7:30 EVENING. TUESDAY EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY �OWASHTANONG *~**** BEST ANISHNABE SCHOOL 9th grade school attender award for October PAUL HART ****** BEST 10th grade school attender award for October Susie Schrubbe ALSO, the Owashtanong students will give a presentation to Maplewood School. We will be sharing cultural information and educating people about Michigan Native Americans. WATCH FOR THE NEXT ISSUE, We will announce student Honor roll_, Attendance roll. ---INDIAN ADULTS --A BIG CONGATULATIONS to Rick Cash. He completed the GED tests and earned his certificate. CONTRATULATIONS to Rodney Genereaux and Kim Sprague who have successfully passed parts of the GED. We're rootin' for ya. (Sue,Maryan & Loretta) Personal Note to Steve - We enjoyed your letter - all your old teachers (Sandy, Sue, Joann, Mike & Steve) say "hello" and we miss your smiling Face. Enjoy the Turtle Talk. �PERSONAL: Welcome back Ross Morgan who was out sick. Geri Conway has been sick - We hope she will be back soon. We are glad to hear Betty Gibbs is feeling better, we hope she is completely well soon. Our sympathy goes out to the Shalofoe Family. 1 Also our sympathy goes out to the Maldonado Family. Pat Rawlings resigned as a board member for health reasons, we at the council and the community will miss her. THANKS FOR THE CARD - I don't seem to be catching up with all the people who signed the get well card for me. So this is to say THANKYOU to the people I haven't been able to see in person. Ross Morgan We have lost our Editor of Turtle Talk, Rae Ann Santigo. transferred to another school. She has She really has worked hard in putting this newsletter together for the Council, cdmmunity and many others who requested to be put on the mailing list. over 1400 copies every month. The Council is mailing A lot of time though, typing and just plain extra hard work went into Turtle-Talk. She has done a great job doing Turtle Talk. �GRAND VALLEY AMERICAN INDIAN LODGE CHRISTMAS PARTY Children - 10 years of age and under To be held in the Gym December 12, 1981 - from l - 4 o'clock Refreshments SANTA WILL BE THERE EVERYONE IS WELCOME CATHOLIC INDIAN PLANNING MEETING ----DECEMBER 9, 1981 (Wednesday) TO BE HELD AT: Westside Complex 215 Straight NW (Middle Roo1T11~ 7 PM Refreshments GRITC - SENIORS CHRISTMAS PARTY TO BE HELD IN THE GYM DECEMBER 23, 1981 FROM: (12 - ?) THE COUNCIL WILL BE CLOSED li2 DAY (AFTERNOON) - December 24, 1981 CLOSED ALL DAY DECEMBER 25, 1981 �HAMBURGER RECIPES JUST FOR YOU BEEF AND RICE DINNER 2 tbsp. butter or margarine 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped green pepper 1 lb. ground beef 1 tsp. salt 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses 2 tbsp. prepared mustard 1 1-lb. can tomatoes 1 cup raw rice Melt butter in large skillet; add onion and green pepper. Cook until onion is tender, not brown. Add ground beef and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Brown beef, breaking up into pieces. While beef is browning, combine molasses and mustard. Add to beef mixture with tomatoes and remaining salt. Gradually add rice. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Yield: 6 servings. PORCUPINE BALLS 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 cup uncooked rice 1 tbsp. minced onion 1 tsp. salt 1 can tomato soup 1 soup can water 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Combine meat, rice, onion and salt. Mix well and form into balls. Place in a deep baking dish. Combine tomato soup, water and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over meatballs. Cover dish. Bake at 350° for 1 hour. Serve hot and pour the tomato sauce over the balls. Yield: 5-6 servings. JUICY BURGERS • can chicken gumbo soup tbsp. catsup tbsp. mustard (optional) lb. ground beef, browned Hamburger buns Add soup, catsup and mustard to browned meat in saucepan. Simmer for 30 minutes. Stir after 15 minutes. Serve in hamburger buns. Yield: 4-6 servings. �NOVEMBER JAHUA'Y •MTWTl'S •lllllTWT,.. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-14_turtle-talk_1981-12 Title A name given to the resource Turtle Talk, December 1981 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1981-12 Description An account of the resource December 1981 issue of Turtle Talk by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council collected by Edward Gillis included as part of his Native American publication collection. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Santigo, Rae (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/01ea0d827fbcbadbdb804325272f260a.pdf 485b80685f17beaddbab7392e7d15fc2 PDF Text Text I T U R T L E RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL T A L K --December 1982 Executive Director - J. Wagner Wheeler GRITC Board of Directors hold their Assistant Director Joseph Raphael meetings the first thuesday of every GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS month at 7:30, 45 Lexington NW., every one is welcome. President_ _________ George Martin NEXT MEETING IS DECEMBER 7, 1982 Vice - President - - - - - - Robert Biggs Secretary- - - - - - - - - Barbara Arzola Treasurer- - - - - - - Simon Francis ________ John Hart Sgt.-At-Arms- ______ Mary Roberts Member - Sidney Martin Member - Mary Schrubbe Member - __ ~illiam Memberto Member - - ----------------- SENIOR LUNCHES ARE BEING SERVED EVERY THUESDAY AND THURSDAY, 11:30 FOR SENIORS ----12 NOON FOR ALL OTHERS. NATIVE AMERICAN SENIORS AND SPOUSE 50 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER - FREE. NON-INDIAN 60 YRS. AND OLDER - FREE LEXINGTON STAFF DONATION OF $2.00 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE IN DECEMBER: Robin High, Billy Schrubbe, Jerry King CETA III: Edmund Pigion, Robin Raphael, Joseph The classroom training program has been Raphael, Richard Raphael,Sarah Andrews, very busy _ Chris Shomin and Maryan Harvey Anderson, John Bennett, Matthew Mashka are making sure the students Boyer, James Mataxagay, and Nancy Keith.are coming to school. -------------------TO SANDYS CLASS, A SPECIAL THANK-YOU, THEY REALLY DO COME THROUGH WHEN I NEED THEM. Chris is really doing a good job in tracking them down and checking their credits. Her new title is "TRUANT OFFICIER" Just ask anybody who was skipping school last week!!! Please keep us informed if your address We have had (5) students who have has changed. We will need to know both finished their GED. CONGRATUTATIONS your old and new address including both zip codes. If you have friends to them. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK CHRIS or· AND MARYAN. fa~ily who would like to receive you news letter call; 774-8331 or write to 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Mi 49504. DOi'l' T FORGET SENIORS!!!!!! CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR SENIORS December 21, 1982 �OUTREACH DEPARTMENT: I'm really grateful and many "Me gwetch. Senior Meals Program This I'll share - Lord, let me be ever mindful of the source of all the good 171 people received a meal for the month of October Sept Bal 29.46 Donation 70.85 Supplies 100.31 things I've been given and show me daily how to share them with others. Ah-haw!! Megwetch to "to John" thats Joseph Raphael's "Buddy" Dad who also lent a hand to help move some of the Supplies October Bal. 83.85 16.46 HOMEMAKERS TIPS FOR NOVEMBER: Do you have a tendency to cook too much rice? Dont't waste it. Rice freezes beautifully and will keep two to three months. Or refrigerate for up to a week. Remember (1) cup uncooked long grain white rice will produce (4) cups cooked articles that were stored at the tribal center on Bridge N. W.; Meqwetches John!! goes out to Wag Wheeler and a special thanks was given. Ah-Haw Me go ann wa. an appreciation to my Husband Me gwetch! Rich Thomas for standing by me. Leona Thomas amd Rachel Happy Birthday to my son, Mark A. Cobb Dec. 24, 1982 ~ave rice. Boiled potatoes can quickly be turned into ha -browns. Slice the potatoes with some onion into melted butter or shortening in frying pan. As potatoes heat and brown, chop with edge of pancake turner to desired size. a Happy Day!! Love, Mama and Rachel T. OWASHNATONG NEWS: On November 16 and 17, 1982, the Awashnatong Alternative Education students went on a field trip to the Northport Public Schools near Peshawbestown. DEADLINE DECEMBER 15th, FOR FOOD BASKETS THROUGH KENT CAP ANY QUESTIONS 774-8331; Ask for Dawn. Letter for Turtle Talk---A letter of appreciation and gratitude is out to Bobbie Rosencrans and to Phil Memberto for holding out their hands at the most difficult times of my life At the invitation of the Northport Public Schools the students attended a Fall Harvest Feast sponsored by Northport Title IV. Mr. John Bailey was the narrator of the program. He spoke of the meanings of Indian singing, drumming, and dancing Our students were asked to sing and r m while some local dancers in traditional dress performed various Native American dances. The program also included several displays of Indian arts and crafts and �corn soup, fry bread, and cider for those who wished to experience those traditional Indian foods. The Harvest Feast was attended by approximately (600) students and adults, two Traverse City television station reporters and a reporter from the Traverse City newspaper. We are thankful for the hospitality and kindness of all those who took care of us on our visit and hope we can do the same for them sometime. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL DAWN ANDERSON/OUTREACH 774-8331. OSAS NEWS REVIEW SOMETIMES TOO MUCH DRINKING CAN SPOIL A GOOD TIME OR SPOIL A DRESS OR A RUG OR A PARTY OR A JOB OR A FRIENDSHIP. It's easy not to think about it to NATIVE AMERICAN WOMEN's SOFTBALL - 1983 drink more than you want to. NISHNAWBE QUWS - - - -Your're talking or unwinding or Anyone who is interested in playing on having a good time. And someone this team is encouraged to attend pours you another drink. You a meeting on Friday, December 17, 1983. hardly notice. The meeting will be held at 618 VetoNW, But take the time to make up your Chris Shomin's home. It is important own mind. Don't accept more alcohol that we get together and start planning when you don't want to. for next years team. I would also It's OK to refuse. like to let you know that we have How do you say "nO when you $35.0G towards our Entry Fee, which don't want another drink? is around $180.00. We all must attend ANY WAY YOU WANT TO. this meeting to plan out how we will raise the rest of the money. Please try to attend, even if you can only JONE'S LAW: make it for a few minutes. The man who can smile when things go Thank you!! Treasurer, wrong has thought of someone he can Debra A. Gibbs blame it on. NEW INDIAN HEALTH SERVICES. THE GRITC IN CONJUNCTION WITH PESHAWBESTOWN CHR WILL NOW PROVIDE A NEW MONTHLY SERVICE.PRESCRIPTIONS CAN BE FILLED AT NO CHARGE. THOSE WHO ARE ELIGIBLE FOR SERVICES MUST BE A MEMBER OF A FEDERAL RECOGNIZED INDIAN TRIBE AND A US, CITIZEN. WEILER'S LAW: Nothing is impossible for the man who doesn't have to do it himself. EVANS and BJORN's LAW: No matter what goes wrong, there is always somebody who knew it would, ��activities. These are: the designa- tion of a local project liaison; the convening of an interagency planning group which will meet ten times in a 12-month period; and cooperation with data collection activities. Eligible agencies are encourage to respond. Letters of application should be sent to: committee on Spouse Assault to the to the Citizens' Advisory Task Force on Spouse Assault. She is a consultant to numerous officials on domestic violence cases. Mrs. Hewitt, an education specialist in community health at the Kincheloe Indian Health Center, succeeds David R. Yoder of Hubbard Lake, who Sally Grady did not desire reappointment. A Office of Services to the Aging graduate of the University of Southern P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, Mi 48909 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS DEC. I ) • Executive Office - November 19, 1982 For Immediate Release Gov. William G. Milliken, Friday announced four appointments and reappointments to the Domestic Violence Colorado, she has served as associate director of the Eastern Upper Peninsula Heal th Systems Agency and as a heal th service consultant for the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan. Ms. Viventi, a residential pro~1ram planner for the Kent County Community Mental Health Board, succeeds ~lrs. Pilar Aranguren-Monta, who moved out of state. A graduate of Michigan State University, she has served a director Michigan Soybean Committee --all subof the Domestic Crisis Center in ject to Senate confirmation. Grand Rapids and as counselor-coordinator DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND TREATfor Project Rehab, Inc., in Grand Rapids. MENT BOARD: Camella S. Serum, Ph.D., She has received certificates of merit 2910 East Stewart, Midland, was refrom the Grand Rapids City Police appointed and Charlotte M. Hewitt, Rose-D epartmcnt, Wyarning . c·ity p o 1 ice . an d dale Side Road, Sault Ste. Marie, and Ken t Caunty S ocia . 1 S ervices . f or train· Mary L. Viventi, 1226 Plymouth S. E., ing personnel in the area of family Grand Rapids, were appointed for terms violence. expiring September 30, 1985. Michigan Soybean Committee: Dr. Serum, a clinical psychologist in Gary L. Albright, Rural Route 4, private practice in Midland, was first Bronson, was reappointed and Grand C. appointed to the board in 1978. She Putman, 1280 Meech Road, Williamston, was a member of the group founding the and Frederick L. Smith, 17430 Todd Rd. Council on Domestic Violence, a triPetersburg, were appointed for terms county organization, and served as a expiring September 23, 1985. member of the board of directors. Albright, a full-time farmer and grower In 1977, she was appointed by the of soybeans, has served on the commitLegislature's Special Joint Subtee since 1979. He serves as a District Prevention and Treatment Board and the �2 representative. Putman, a soybean grower and partner in a family-owned Cetennial Farm in Williamston, succeeds Donald C. Swanebeck of Fenton, who was not eligible for reappointment, as a representative of District 7 at-large. He is president of the Michigan Soybean Association and is a member of numerous agricultural organizations. Smith, a soybean and corn grower from District 4, succeeds Donald M. Korte of Canton, who was not eligible for reappointmet. A charter member of the Michigan Soybean Association, he has served a vice president and president. He is the national director of the American Soybean Association Board of Directors and served as a member of numerous agricultural organizations. Smith, a soybean and corn grower from from drom District 4, succeeds Donald M. Korte of Canton, who was not eligible for reppointment. 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'1· ':i.§: I\ ~ff\10R.. ao. e ((.ow(\ \1 3 ~· ~o ~Gn1cR. luM.~I : Ko-s~ .Io~t1~:tn1 ~ �N~ Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 ~ es· Library Betty Jon . State Colleges Grand Valley 49401 Allendale, Ml PROPIT OtlG. U. S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 690 OU.ND llAP'IDS, 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. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gillis, Edward V. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/446">Edward V. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-14_turtle-talk_1982-12 Title A name given to the resource Turtle Talk, December 1982 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1982-12 Description An account of the resource December 1982 issue of Turtle Talk by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council collected by Edward Gillis included as part of his Native American publication collection. 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/2f0278337a40c92507b3bb405f0276d6.pdf 00d25f66673175994c0abed28c8edeab PDF Text Text T UR T L E Executive Director - J. Wagner Wheeler GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS President - - - - - - - William Memberto Vice-President - - - - - - Robert Biggs Secretary - - - - Mary Roberts Treasurer - - - - - George Martin Sgt.At-Arms - - - -John Hart Member - - - - - - - - Jennie Pigeon Member - - Sydney Martin Member - - Mary Schrubbe Member - - - - Ron Yob HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN DECEMBER, TO NAME A FEW: Robin High, Billy Schrubbe, Jerry King, Edmund Pigeon , Robin Raphael, Joseph Raphael, Richard Raphael, Sarah Andrews, John Bennet, Mathew Boyer, Nancy Keith, James Mataxagay, and Harvey Anderson. THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED WITH TURTLE TALK. T A L K - Dec 1983 SENIOR LUNCHES TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 11:30 FOR SENIORS 12 (NOON) FOR ALL OTHERS NATIVE AMERICAN SENIORS AND SPOUSE 50 YEARS OF AGE OLDER - FREE NON-INDIAN 60 YEARS AND OLDER - FREE LEXINGTON STAFF DONATION OF $2.00 . ------------------------The JTPA Program is going smoothly, congratulations to the following people who have worked so diligently: Frank Wanageshik, Teresa Genia and Mary Kelly earned their GED and High School diploma. Dennis Bush completed his High School Diploma. Ella High, Cindy Sprague, Barb Ensley , Lenny Rittenhouse and Joyce Hart earned 20 credits. Please keep us inform if your address has changed -- We need to know the old address, the new address and both zip codes. BARB AND LENNY (SISTER AND BROTHER) ARE NECK IN NECI<. WE"RE WAITING FOR JOYCE, BUT WHAT THE HECK • GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETit~G ARE HELD THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7:30, AT 45 LEXINGTON . E~.'ERYONE IS WELCOME. \ 1_>. I ------------------------------- - \ \ \ \ l . A ..___ / ~~~ . ...-" / �BELATED: BIRTHDAYS \ OUTREACH DEPARTMENT: Birthdays Due for Leona M. Thomas To My Oldest daughter: Born on 11-9-60 On October 27, 1983, our elders were given a delicious surprise Some twenty-three years ago, a sweet baby girl come into the and treat. Annie LaFontsee from community world. Now she is a Mother of three. Hello and Happy, Happy birthday, Education cooked a big pot of Potato soup. Many of us including myself endulged in "seconds". Annette Sue Jones, Love your Mother Many thanks from our elders, Outreach and myself (who took the day off from cooking.) to little lady with a BIG HEART. THANK-YOU An additional thanks for the new dishclothes, Ann donated to our A boy, name Sue Born 11-28-72 Some eleven years ago a sweet bouncing boy was born whose name is Gil "Sonny 11 • Much love to you and God watch over love~ble you. Love and kisses Your Mama, Lee T. Senior Program. -------------------------SENIOR CHRISTMAS PARTY THURSDAY December 22, 1983 - 'Po+ lu(..j..\ --------------------------- Hi Mark! HELPFUL HINTS: Put a layer of marshmallows in the bottom of a pumpking pie, then add There is no one like a son And no boy quite as dear as the one the filling. You will have a nice topping as the marshmallow who gets these wishes. May your fiay be really wonderful will come to the top. in everyway - like you and throughout the year to follow May your every wish come true. Happy Birthday Day Mark and Merry Christmas, Love always, Happy New year,too. Mom, Leona ---------------------------A leaf of lettuce dropped into the pot absorbs the grease from the top of the soup. Remove the lettuce and throw it away as soon as it has served its purpose --------------------------Thank-you Leona Thomas for the donation to Turtle Talk. DONATION -------AN ELDER NEEDS A DRESSER PLEASE CONTACT - - - OUTREACH - -774-8331 Dawn Anderson �11 uou'ue had enough, lind another driuer ... That's what I like about Charlie, he knows when he's had enough to drink. Haue a sate and haDDU holidau ~ ©Copyright 1983 Alcohol Research Information Service (ARIS) �} Submitted by Bill Memberto - President, GRITC Board of Directors During the past several months the Board the committee structure. of Directors of the Council has taken A list of our present committees and efforts to reorganize and restructure description of committee tasks follow. Board and committee functions. Read them over and if you have an This was done primarily to allow and to promote interest, and the time please contact more community input to future operations either the Chairperson or the Council which would serve the needs of our people. to sign up and become involved. Much of the reorganization has taken place. We also welcome input from the community We now need the Indian community to become and interested parties each month at our involved in our committee efforts, to aid Council meetings the second Tuesday, and assist the Board members and to pro- monthly at 7:30 at the Council. vide the community input needed. Remember, our future is with our children Many times Indian Boards or Councils and and grandchildren and the directions set commissioners are critized for seemingly now by our community determines the lack of input from their own community life of those future generations. the Indian people. Bo-shoo and Sometimes this criticism is justified in that our peoples' Mee-gwetch Bill Memberto ideas, concerns, or complaints are not heard. The Council Board wants to insure obtaining input from our community. Committees We want to share those ideas, we want to hear Three Fires Committee: your concerns and complaints. Chairperson Mary Schrubbe Ad. Hoc. Comm. Bill Memberto Elders Joe John John Basin Volunteer Mary Roberts all, Most of we want your assistance in setting directions for our future at the Council and the services provided to our people. Committees will usually meet on a monthly basis, unless otherwise directed by the Board. We need people who can attend meetings on a regular basis and who can assist the committee Chairperson in carrying out the various duties and functions designated by the Board. Cultural Committee: George Martin Chairperson Ad. Hoc. Comm. Bill Memberto Volunteer Mary Roberts Reports and the Board of GRITC at the Board meetings. Endowment Committee: Bill Memberto Chairperson If you have a few hours a month that you Members Bob Biggs Janet Shomin Sue Fox Ron Yob Genevieve Shirley J. Wag Wheeler Volunteer Mary Roberts recommendations are given each month to can commit to assisting in setting future directions for our people, please become actively involved in our Council through �...... S.0"6 ~TPl'TEGIU FOP~ PNVlfJTll'G l'LCOllOL IU"JH (g "..., ) ~. ~ ;: \' 1"'eenage.rs ~feel good abovt themseJveG don't need alcohol to feel good. (If they do de.c;de to dnnlt-, they're leGs h~ to abvse. alcohol.) ~ O f~~~~f,., ~!fl~~~1.· l2~~~;\t~ ~ S€ L{ ;-- ;;~~~ .J_, ., ~'; f'tfly j,: ·. . ~.;~\i\.6~1*, ,;,f,t&'t~" •tn~jl~~f1:r,Ji(:;, ~:f)i;•..J\:·~~~.'3>~ ft_"11~jl'"t_~ <1t'~"M~#~. t: t!(·:_.,!!~~ ~~ ~.~~;.,$13 ;a• ~·. . :~·· ~!tC~U~~<d Gi !:ii~ ~ .J"~!.7Wt.:i~§'~I)' 1 r !Ai:\.)J(• T L;:. . .,_ Teenagers who have faith in their abilities don 't need to use alcohol to escape their problems . ~.r&..t· -v•::7>t:.if'l..1~ ~­ Teenagers who set their own goals and work steadily to meet them gain satisfaction.that can't be found through drinking . oPr1~1.S~ l solve tW.s } -~ ~~ ······················ Those who have a high regard for themselves are less likely to yield to group pressure to use alcohol. Aflt8uflOfl ... ................ .. ~ fl ~ tv· <(~..{,. ~ H.Hd r1Y ~ ,~i~?o;' 'fu-f0 s-- __ ::::i (\ ( ) ~~\~)f} I J (\ ( )( ":_ \ (I 1/ J/ L - Alcohol can interfere with schoolwork and career plans. Teenagers with a strong desire to achieve won't let alcohol get in their way . l!.Of'!FI O~~~E A confident person will not be pressured into doing something that he or she doesn ' t want to do. \ ______j~~ You c.an heJp your teenager develop these qualities by setting a good e)(ample, communicating openly and honestty, and giving love and attention. ~ it• ~ ~,ir~'). · [?)}<.~~.:( Teens who· have interests in education, athletics, religion, or other commitments are less likely to spend time drinking. f.:&:.SPOP':. Teenagers who are encouraged to make their own decisions are in a better position to make wise choices about alcohol use . ~ t.$Y~c"" :·:ifg_"-.. : A person who is usually cheerful and inclined to anticipate good things is less likely to rely on alcohol to relax or "liven up a party" l ., .... ~ ·-·~ .,~,n 1.;:,'t 1'.' i;~.. �I ~ ISSUE NO. 24 The Director's Column By: Olivia P. Maynard Michigan Office of Services to the Aging For More Information Contact Jackie Borden or Linda Kimball (517) 373-8230 The ABCs of DRGs! She immediately recognized the symptoms. Such cases passed through her domain, a hospital emergency room, almost every day. The shallow breathing, the acute chest pain, the pale, almost ashen complexion. Although she was no doctor, her years of experience as a charge nurse told her this could be another heart attack victim. The diagnosis on this man's chart would probably read myocardial infarction. I relay this story to you, not to discuss the problem of heart disease, but to point out how this patient, age 67, is a part of a new system that just went into effect, October 1st. This man's condition is among 467 different labelings called 11 Diagnostic Related Groupings 11 (DRGs), a system that defines what Med1care will pay a hospital to treat any one of these grouped ailments. Ordered by Congress at the Administration's request, DRGs is an effort to contain health care costs. If a hospital is able to keep the cost of treating a patient below a set price, it keeps the difference. If the cost exceeds that price, the hospital absorbs the difference. (Hospitals are paid on a per discharge basis.) Opponents of the new system suggest that, at a minimum, patients will notice fewer amenities. For instance, there may be less expensive and perhaps less desirable meals. At worst, they are saying patients may experience a reduced stay, when indeed they need to be confined for a longer period. Or they may find their access to certain treatments, limited. Yet, the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) which administers Medicare, sees immediate advantages for beneficiaries. First, under the previous payment system beneficiaries in certain hospitals were responsible for the deductable and co-insurance under Medicare Part B for non-physician services furnished by anyone other than the hospital. Certain charges for non-physician activities such as radiology and laboratory procedures fall into this category. Under the new system, Medicare beneficiaries may not be charged for differences between the hospital 1 s cost of providing covered care and the Medicare payment amount. - over - �Secondly, HCFA anticipates the quality of care for beneficiaries will be maintained or improved. They feel this new system encourages specialization in certain services and may improve treatment for Medicare beneficiaries and other patients. As it acts to constrain costs, they say, the system will contribute to maintaining the affordability and accessibility of quality of care. The term 11 DRGs 11 is something you may be hearing more of in the coming months. As a consumer of health care services, you owe it to yourself to become familiar with the new regulation. Our Office will continue to monitor DRGs and keep you informed of its impact on senior citizens. While we expect patients should see no adverse effects from its implementation, should you have a complaint as it relates to your own health care, please contact the Division of Health Facility Licensing and Certification, Michigan Department of Public Health, (517) 373-2041. If your questions are related to how long a hospital stay is allowed for a given diagnosis, check with your physician or hospital administrator . 11/7/83 Me Ch r r G~V\J k'Gpids <AYld Le_x.i ~ -f-ori �REPORT ON 1983 GHOST SUPPER On November 1, 1983 the Ghost Supper on All Souls Supper was held at the Grand Rapids Inter Tribal Council. people participating pl~s The CereflX)ny was very well attended with over 70 several hundred ghosts who were invited. We tried to blend into the ceremony the different customs of the various tribes who live in this area. The Ceremony of the Ghost Supper followed this order: 1. Opening prayer and burning of food: John Bos in and George Martin 2. Death Song: John Bos in 3. Traveling Song: John Bos in 4. Remembrance Song: John Bos in 5. Veteran's Song - to remember all veteran's of conflicts and those who returned Washtenaw Singers The Ceremony was planned and organized by the Indian Cultural Planning Committee, George Martin, Chairman. Anyone interested in joining this new committee are encouraged to contact George Martin. Joe Long Moon John November 8, 1983 �QUESTIONABLE REMARKS 5. Recently, James Watt, U.S. Secretary of Interior, described members of an Interior 6. Depart. committee as "a black, a woman, two Jews, and a cripple." Many in his audience laughed, but then a storm of protest arose in the country over his remarks. This was not the first such remarks by Mr. Watt, but according to the paper, President Reagan "considers the case closed," and Mr. Watt will likely stay on as part of his administration. This fall, a professor at the U of M School of Social Work spoke to a class on program planning and discussed American heroes as part of his lecture. He mentioned such characters as the Lone Ranger, Superman, etc., and said they all had assistants. "But what do these people (assistants) all have in common?" he asked. "Think about it, an Indian, a woman, two dogs, .and a juvenile." The answer, he said, was that they're all 7. Why is the minority enrollment at this school drastically lower than it should be? Do minority students here have some amazing ability to forget or ignore such remarks as they go to class or pass other students and professors in the halls? Do they not hear the laughs or the lack of protests? What might the response of this school's administration be to this professor's remarks? I do not raise these questions to put some one down, but in hopes of beginning some positive dialogue and action around these issues. Bobbie Rosencrans Co~Chair, Native American Student Association secondary. Just as Mr. Watt's ~udience did, the initial response of most students in the class was to laugh. I'd like to pose the following questions for all of us to ponder: 1. What's the difference in these two statements? 2. What's a secondary person? 3. What is it that each group found initially funny in these remarks? 4. What attitudes might student social workers and social work professors do well to question in themselves and others? • �MORE HELPFUL HINT--------- A small factory had to stop operations If the juice from your apple pie when an essential piece of machinery runs over in the over, shake broke down. No one could get the machine operating. An outside expert was finally called in. The fellow looked over the some salt on it, which causes the juice to burn to a cri~p so it situation for a moment, then took a can be removed. hammer and gently tapped the machine Recipe for the month of Nov. 1983 at a certain spot. It began running again immediately and continued to run as if nothing had ever been wrong. Six-Layer Dinner cups 2 sliced raw potatoes 2 II chopped celery 2 II ground beef l I2 l 2 tsp l/4tsp pepper 2 canned tomatoes cups Place potatoes in bottom of greased casserole. Add celery, ground beef, onion and green pepper on each layer. Sprinkle salt and pepper on each layer. Pour tomatoes over mixture in dish and garnish with green pepper rings. Bake at 350° for 2 hours 6 - 8 servings. Mrs. Jean A. Ross Pylesville, Maryland AA MEETINGS: THURSDAY EVENINGS 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EVERYONE ONE WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION: CALL GERI CONWAY the plant supervisor hit the The bill the man submitted was as follows: diced green pepper salt II $100.00, ceiling and demanded an itemized bill. diced onion II When the expert submitted his bill for 774-8331 For hitting machine, $1.00; For knowing where to hit, $99.00 �I/ TITLE IV PART A ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR NATIVE AMERICAN CHILDREN DECEMBER 17, 1983 TIME AGES - TO 4 PM 0 - 12 YRS. 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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/ac9e8ba83d7ad5227501a00bb97e00a7.pdf cd601461d99462c850516f92da9de4da PDF Text Text ,:?AND VAtLEY STATll' • ,/~G 1(JN ' I I: Cf.JUJG'[S ltBR/I~ AL AFFAIRS RFSOURCES CENTrP I •• 1. T URT L E Executive Director TALK J. Wilgncr Wheeler Editor Loretta Yount GRITC BOARD OF DIHlCTOHS President------------------George Martin Vice-President-----------------John Hart Secretary------------------ Mary Roberts Treasurer---------------Fred Chivis, Jr. Sgt. - /\t -Arms--------------------Ron Yob Mcmlw r--- -- -- -- -- -- ---- -- -<Jennie Pi <Jeon December ~ ' ' 8 4 OUTHL/\CH------THL lHG LVl NT I on NOVLMUL H WAS OUH ANNU/\L TH/\NKSGIVlMG Dl NNI H rOI{ OUll SLNlOHS. The Thanksgiving Dinner WdS d succcss. There were about sixty (60) people present. GRITC /\ND LEXINGTON ST/\rl WERE ALSO PRESENT. Everyone brought a dish to pass. /\ big th.inks to our s Ld fr .ind Lcxj IHJ Lon for providinq L11cdr services. 11cmlw r--- - - - -------- - -- - -- -Sydney M<.1 r Lin Spcci<1l Ll1<1nks Lo mir cooks, I.he· Di1111cr Member--------------------Hoger Williams i r j L w<1sn' 1. would not be possible for them. A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO LOU COLLJNS A~l MARGARET N[LSON, THLY Alff THI ONI S WHO PUT IT ALL TOGETHER. Member-----------------------Debra Gibbs HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE WHO HAS A BIRTHDAY IN DECEMBER: Robin High, Billy Schrubbe, Jeff King, Edmund Pigeon, Robin Raphael, Joseph DON'T FORGET!!!!!!! Raphael, Richard Raphael, John Bennett, Harvey Anderson, Sarah Andrews, Nancy Keith DEffMl3CR DlNNrn roH OUH SI NTOHS-<.1nd James Mat<.1x<.1yily. TH/\MKS TO ALL THI. STUIJL NTS WHO HLLI) Ml WITH TUIHLE TALK. I AM SO GLAD THLY ARE WILLING TO HELP. GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. EMERGENCY FOOD HOURS: to 12 noon Mond<Jy Lhrouqli I r i d.iy 8:00 DIC! MUI H J8, L984 131 NGO Al Tl H DTNNI H DRAWING r()I{ THL "STOCKTMC" "So many good things in Lhe "STOCKTNG". VERY USEFUL ITEMS. BUY A TIC~ T, $1. 00 a TlCKf T. GHITC ST Arr AND summs /\HE SI.LL INC TICKETS. A VI HY WOHTHWHTU C/\USI , MOMI Y COi S TO OlJll SI NI OHS. :JUSl ASK I OH M/\llC/\lll r NLLSON - 774-8331 ,, �,_ ') lhc NuUon<ll lndowment of the Arts/ for everyone. Cr.ind H<Jpids Tntcr-Tribal Council/ r.r,md l{upids Art Museum presented five (~) ArLisLs, November l, 1984; Our special thanks to June Gorman, National Endowment of the Arts Project Director, Artist/Metalsmith/Sculptor. :J,Jm<:s Mc Cunn, Paul Rur>h<lcl, , She really out did herself. IJ.ivc Sh.incinuquct, Carolyn Wilcox and She had done an excellent job of putting the Sylvester Wcsaw •• show together. Largely due to her The Open House - HecerLion was held efforts the open house was huge a Lo cc.ld>rd Le a preview showing contemporary success. N<ltive American Art at the Grand Rapids Again, Art Museum. job!! thanks~June,for doing a fine rhcsc young Native American Artists worked with L<lrry Blovits, Artist/Painter; LEXINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION Puul Collins, Artist/Painter; William CHRISTMAS BAZAAR (LI i U) Dub.i<lk, Artist/Painter and last but noL lcdsl. Cllbcrl. (Chir>) Di Pi<lZZ<l. DECEMBER 11 and 12th Chip, p.irl. Ol.l..iw.i lnd.i<in.#js ,1lrc.1dy known .in l 0 : 0 0 AM lJ NTl L 3 : 30 PI~ Lil<' N.i Li vc /\mcri c<1n Commtini Ly dnd re- spected for his h<lrd work and dedication. INDIAN ARTS & CHAFT IL wc1s hoped these apprentices would be BEADWORI< exposed Lo WEAVING d variety of 2rtistic ex- pcri.enccs, so they would have the exposure Lo mukc <1 choice .in their life ambitions. The mcmy comments that were mentioned included thaL the artists should be very proud of Lhemscl vcs. LEATHEHWORK BAKE GOODS POTTERY They have done a INDIAN FOOD qrc:.iL job. lhc project W<lS funded through the National I ndowmc:r1 L of Lhc Ar Ls and Cr.ind Hapids lnLer-Trib<ll Council. There were other sponsors who helped with materials, exhibit expC'nscs, c Le. Also, m.tny Lhanks to the Grand Hapids Sinqcrs for drumming and singing: lli I I Meml>crLo, Jerry fliqcon, David Mc Ctil louqh, Windy Whi Le <1nd Phi I Member Lo. 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Jt hap f :hkd dur;nu ..__ .. ~J i i 1 1~ 1ng \ \ P t· 11r.cl ·r ·.: . . . ;.. - OCCP.SIOt'~L. 0 t:.1 ,r ((<. ? ? ~ / ,,.,.---- ....., .- \ I (; > •' ' ~... t'°' <~ ({ ·' ·:- .., ) _ ,( () avoid friends and social activities because of drinking? - - ------ -- - - - - -------(!1 ..:.a.-· embarrass, harm or worry family, friends with his / her drinking behavior? } < OFUJt'l'£t'tlf.SS J oes ri' t mean d pers c..n is o r isn't an alcoholic or r>0ssible alcoholic ... alsu, some alcoholics 1w·v er ,, AC T" aS i f t hc y Wt: rf! drunk , tlo Y£S need a drink at a certain time, or "the morning after"? ' o r av o idin g RESPON SI Bl L.ITIES -· fa m ily, j o b , ty p es of liq u or," "1Jer -·. i.J1 ld J· I~ ~..._ ' / \_ _., ,.-''.I G, \ ·~\.::.....\ tl ..:::> ht:111f• lJP. t h!r" '-.. _ff-"", -.> r r !/ ~ t o "ci1ink le ) s," "switch ii /-~ ..., _, ....... I' 1GtJ<."rqvJ6 ~·l'f:. ·\ .·~? ~- ~ ~ .. ' ~ _ /\...._ ~ _. \ a nd ;Jen1o!s in t1 / / Ac cus:·i tt r >r ;:. t_J \\ ' !/ ~ r··'f-1c::..': -- ·~. ~~-SUc~-i a m ounts . f--- -: :---- ---/i -' - (~ ( ' ,~ -~r6 i d rin~•n0 I -- m o1 e o ft en and m o re of them. Poor seif · im aqe, '\ .. '\ 7\ nega t ive . !{;, . . . ernoti0:1$. ~ r;------. , I f~f'P ~1 Jl.tlj.(;f.:T "i of alcohol to cope with evecvday stress· ,I I·, : \L_J a; . .~! 11 ;g~'< .,~ ::J' IP '-;.. i._..,., l I ', ' ---\ ~ ~ ~t!S> -~ \" .. ~lli-­ 'f!,"'fll f?4~ I ! fypic-al Sot'Y'\e I r .·--:-;-->' ~I j I "'"· --;>I\ I~- -al"~ ~ \y ,_ .,,. \?\_ 0 \ Here. so~£ofl£ I Ohe- oY l"\'\oYe.- I ! L __ _j 1-----i I I D D D D D ,------1 L____J D L __ _J 1 I:..__ _. ______ ' _) ' ' L_ .. _____ ' ' J i It___ ____JI ! !--·-- ---1 I i ·- · - - iI -·-J ----· 1 I i I L. __ ___ I - - -1 j D D D D "Y~5" 8hSWet"5 ihJic.~ a possible- cJri..Jc.ih,g pr-oble.tn- a~ i ~ heed -fby PP-OMPT _.ltLP I 1 ' ) ', ' "t �NEXT THRE[ FIR[S POW-WOW COMMITTE[ MTG. WILL BE DEC. 12, 1984 AT 6:30. Wl WlLL BE HAVING A SMALL POTLUCK. PLEASE WE HAVE HAD TO DRASTICALLY CUT BACK BRING A DISH AND OWN TABL[ SLRVlCI • ON PROVIDING TRANSPORTATION. THE COMMITTEE IS ALSO RAFFLING A U£AUF1FUL ONLY IN EMERGENCIES WILL PENDELTON BLANKET. THE DHAWING WILL BE 1RANSPORTATION BE CONSIDERED, AND DECEMBER 20TH AT GRITC. MUST BE CLEARED THROUGH EITHER MYTICKUS CAN I)[ PUHCHASLD rnoM ALL SELF OR GERI CONWAY. COMMITTET MEMl:3EHS. WE DO HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF BUS TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY. LEXINGTON POTLUCK SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT ME, WILLIAM CHRISTMAS POTLUCK FOR STUDENTS MEMBERTO, DIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND AND STAff HUMAN SERVICES.(774-8331) SUBSTANCE OFFICE: DUE TO LACK OF FUNDS AND STAFF. WEDNESDAY DEffMBrn 19, 1984 My name is Barbara Liszewski, RN Public Health Nurse 12 (NOON) My services are available at GRITC every EVERYONE BRING A DISH TO PASS. TUESDAY FROM 9AM to 4:00 PM. ( NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY). Services offered include various aspects of health screeninq such as: blood pressure, hciyhL .ind wcilJhL <1nd vision, prcu11<111cy and blood SUCJJr tcsling. In addition health information and counseling is available on nutrition, medications, diabetes, immunizations, weight control to dental hygiene and other health concerns. Please feel free to stop in. �/\11 ChosL Supper rhc CltosL Supper held November 1, 1984 at Gr<lnd B<lpids WdS l11Lcr-Tril><1l Council, rrom 7 to 9:00 PM. lhc evening was just great. p.iss, Mr. Everyone brought a dish to plenty of good food. John Bosin WdS the M.1sler or Ccrenomlcs .ind did .in cxccllcnL job of cxpl.1ining Lhe Ghost Supper to everyone. r he e v e n i n ~I s t d r t e d o u t wi t h t he " 0 pen i n g P r a y e r •11 (70) years John JnLroduccd and recognized the Elders .ind older. John inLroduced and recognized out-out-town guests. John wenL on to explain the "Burning of Food Ceremony, Lh c " De .1 Lh Son g " , t he Mr. Lhe Veterans Uosln honored rcL11rncd .ind to (15) SevcnLeen T r a v e l i n g 11 , a n d t he 11 Rem em b r a n c e So n g 11 with a song, • to those who lhosc who did not. Ilic c1LLendancc for I if Leen 11 the evening was over (150) people. tribes were present. (17) were over 70 years of age. lhree (3) of these were over 80 years of age. One (J) OLhcr person WdS the oldest; Lribes rcprcsenLcd were; Mrs. Celia Sprague. North Dakota, Maryland dnd Floridcl. lhcr<· were VcLer.ins present from World War II, Lli<' Korean and Viet Ndm W<lr. M.rny, m.iny Lb.inks to the GHlTC Staff and volunteers who helped make the evening a success. S111>m i L Led by Joe John �! ~I ~I ~1 ' ~{ ! . ;_ I (£ : ! L+- I I i ! . I rt :) ! _c. I - ~I i ~\ �c__j A \ \ U 0. 19 gs ~ lj --- - \I\ o '<\ I \u e. s I ~.De..e. ~ Dee. 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D PEllMI~ rJG t.'i' Glt-"llO ~ ·· 'I·' � 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/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. Joe Genia said he would take the position of Unit #4 and comments and suggestions back to his executive committee. Mike Dominic made a request of Joe Genia. He would like a list of the officers in the other units. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 P. M. The following persons were present at this meeting: Jeannette St. Clair (secretary) 10/10/85 ------------------------------------------------------------------- • �~ Dec.ember -1qeis ~ ~ (Y'()()d 0. y Suncby wronescbv -n-vr5da." lue~ctav .i o ~ ~ Frrdo'/ u '.) "I ~tordav I AA ml<j 1-q ~A 8 ~ior mthi-1-C/ &n 10 r wrc.J.e':> q 10 /fm - RR m-tc;:i-1-q ...15 3 : 00 ?m. AA .rrn..q senior .17 :1.4/' / / 1-/() ~ j()r- J..u/T!.Jlej lu .:16 1(} Jt Lei<.in<j t~ :Jn Tu t:a.ll r JO :oo UJrcl.t'$ . 7-9 wrd'fs j_q -tB '1tl.i ~o . ~~ io_rj Chri'dm:i<::, 7bt /Le}:."' ?o.rfy LU~t Le¥,.~ton t+f-J \!JeD mc.g 1-q + 5enior Lurcies ~e ti~ ~-<./ 0~ C.hr10f ma.s £ve. I AIJ fYl tg 1-q \J"::, ' i i ~q RA mt,q 7-9 ;jO :5L/ i' I I N~l.U '<ear~ E.\J e. 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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/4f475bfe53eea8663dddb717dc554253.pdf d2c19bda9d5b5f965145fc8f3708adf7 PDF Text Text Volume 1 Number 12 A Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council December 1991 Crazy Horse is Fifth Granite Face Now Emerging in the 8 I a ck Hi 11 s Taken from News from Crazy Horse ~· The emerging face ofOazy HorseontheBlack Hills mountain carving, Native American blessings, and the donation of a historic pipe were among highlights of a record year at Oazy Horse Memorial, according to Mrs. Korczak(Ruth) Ziolkowski. She supervises all work on the colossal mountain carving now in progress and where detail work is underway on Oazy Horse's head andface-thefifth granitefacenow emerging in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The last rock in front of Oazy Horse's chin was blastedawayinlateSeptember,andoneresultwasthatfor the first time the nearly nine-story-high profile of Oazy Horse was blocked out against the skyline. 'This has been a pivotal year because Oazy Horse began to come alive on the mountain," said Mrs. Ziolkowksi. "Now that the entire face is blocked out, we 'II continue with detail work on the eyes and nose. We'll work as much this winter as Mother Nature allows, and nest year we plan to begin shaping Oazy Horse's lips." Oazy Horse "opened" both eyes on the Black Hills last April. The forehead has been cut and polished, the tip of the nose is out in space, and both jaw-lines have been blocked out Oearing rock from above crazy Horse's 263-foot-long outstretched arm is underway. To date approximately 8.3-million tons of rock have been blasted off the mountain carving which, when completed, will be 563 feet high, 641 feet long and be cmved in the round It was begun in 1948 by Sculptor Korczak:Ziolkowski (1908-1982)who was invited to the Black Hills by Lakota chiefs who wanted "the white man to know the red man has great heroes, too." The work is being continued according to three booksofdetailedplansandmeasurementswhichKorczak andhiswifepreparedforthatpurpose. Sevenoftheirsons and daughters also work on the project Oazy Horse is not a federal or state project; it is a nonprofit, educational undertaking financed primarily from and admission fee. MOUNTAIN BLESSINGS The mountain from which Oazy Horse is being carved was blessed this year in four spiritual ceremonies by Lakota,Minataree and Shawnee leaders. By conductingtheirceremoniestheypaidgreat honortoOazy Horse Memorial, according to Mrs. Ziolkowski. continued on page 8 - Crazy Horse A Look Inside Director's Message .............. 2 Health .................................. 3 Update ................................. 4,5 Human Services ................... 6,7 Miscellaneous ...................... 8, 9 Events .......................................... 10,11 Inspirational ................................. 12 Classifieds ................................... 13 Announcements ........................... 14, 15 Job Bank ...................................... 16 �From the Director's Chair... Once again we are appealing to the community for assistance. I don't know if it is because of the Columbus Quincentennial, the Atlanta Braves famous, or infamous, "Chop", or whatever, but we are getting a tremendous number of requests to make presentations to schools, churches, and other organizations. The number of requests far outnumber the amount of time we have to make the presentations. Therefore, we are asking for volunteers from the community to contact us in order that we may make referrals to you to help make these presentations. I strongly believe that when someone wants a presentation made to their group about our people and we don't respond, then they will either develop their own presentation or find some non-Indian to make the presentation. Either way, many times the presentation is not accurate or even close to being accurate. We are the only ones who can correct this situation, so if you are interested in meeting new people, sharing feelings and issues, or expressing your views, please contact Hunter Genia or me at 774-8331. The Veteran's Pow Wow was such a success that if you were not there, you really missed an outstanding event. The committee is planning to have it again next year, hopefully at the same place. I believe the event was just as successful as the "Three Fires Pow Wow" was in June of this year. What is really positive is that this community, the Indian or Native American, and the nonIndian or non-Native American communities were so supportive to make them both successful. We have been discussing what we can do this next year, Columbus' Quincentennial, to help re-educate our communities regarding the issues and socioeconomic problems among our people. Our biggest concern has been, how is the total community going to respond to our feelings of Columbus and his" remarkable" exploit. Given the success of our two recent Pow Wows and the support from the total community for those events, maybe our feelings and issues with the Quincentennial will be more readily accepted than initially thought. J. Wagner Wheeler Executive Director 2•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council , Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council GRITC Board of Directors Mary Roberts - President Loretta Antoine - Vice-President William Memberto - Treasurer John Hutchinson - Secretary Lew Burrows - Member Levi Rickert - Member Roger Williams - Member Jeanne Harding - Member Andra Robinson - Member GRITCSTAFF Administration Wag Wheeler - Executive Director Jeff Justin - Accountant Chris Shomin - Accounting Clerk Mary Stitt - Systems Manager Human Services Kathy Polise - Supervisor Anne LaFontsee - Clinical Advisor Dermis Black - Counselor Judy Dodge - Human Services Darcy Emert - Human Services Hunter Genia - Human Services Kristie Pagel - Human Services Bruce Trobridge - Human Services Loretta Yount - Casemanager Ruth Pitcher - Intern Lee Ann Bridenfield - In.tern Amy Groenvelt - Intern Michigan Indian Press Terry Bussey - Production Mary Stitt- Marketing/Sales Receptionists Rita Blumke - Filing Clerk Denise Skorka - Administration Clerk Mary Stitt - Editor Jonie Abella - Production Diane Leaureaux- Circulation Turtle Ta/k's mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest and happenings that may directly or indirectly affect and impact our Indian community. The Turtle Talk welcomes any comments or opinions from its readership. However, we will consider publishing only those letters which have a signed name and address. It should be noted that letters to the editors express the views ofthe writers and not necessarily the views of this newsletter. Deadline for submission is the 15th ofevery month. The Turtle Talk is published monthly by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council located at 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504, 6161774-8331, FAX 6161774-2810. �HEALTH How Does AIDS Kill? Taken from Health Edco--A Division of WRS Group, Inc. By overwhelming the immune system, AIDS allows a variety of infections, cancers and other diseases to spread throughout the body, eventually resulting in death. PNEUMONIA · . ~ The most common cause of death in PWAs is a type of pneumonia called Pneumocystis carinii. : ·~ Under normal circumstances, this pneumnia occurs only in cancer or transplant patients taking drugs which suppress immunity. HAIRYLEUKOPLAKIA Infections of the mouth are often the first indication of AIDS. Leukoplakia, a white-colored precancerous change in the mucosa, may be complicated by fungal infections which produce an almost hairy appearance. INTRACEREBRAL HEMORRHAGE PWAs are prone to bleeding disorders (particularly in the brain), which result in damage, paralysis or death. KAPOSI'S SARCOMA This normallyrarecancerusually arises in the skin and produces characteristic purplish blotches or bumps before it spreads internally. It is the second most common caused of death in PWAs. VIRAL INFECTIONS Any viral infection may attack PWAs, and herpes NEUROWGICAL DISORDERS The AIDS virus has been found in cerebrospinal fluid and brain tissue. Nearly half of all PWAs suffer from some type of neurological affliction, and experience symptoms ranging from seizures to dementia. 3•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �UPDATE Deaths of Omaha Indians Linked to Lead Poisoning The Associated Press Testsindicateleadpoisoningfromgoodsdelivered by white traders may have killed many of the Omaha Indians, who historians long believed were virtually wiped out by diseases brought by the white man. University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers tested 40 sets of 200 year-old skeletal remains and found more than half had lead levels high enough to cause problems, said Karl Reinhard. an assistant professor of anthropology. Researchers conducted the tests at the tribe's request They were to rennn the remains of 106 Omaha to the tribe for bmial on a Missomi River bluff. lead isn't found naturally in Nebraska. so traders probably provided lead-based products such as bullets, wine casks and paint to the Omaha. Reinhard said "Just in the last couple weeks we have had to reevaluate what we thought," he said "We can't identify nutritionordiseaseasacauseofdeath. Thisleaddatamay indicate that was a cause of their extinction." History had recorded that the tribe was virtually wiped out by epidemics ofsmallpox, cholera, whooping cough and other ailments brought up the Missomi river by whites, said, Dennis Hastings, tribal historian. 'Toe skeletalremainsofour ancestors are speaking to us thought science," he said. The scientists analyzed bones dating from 1780 to 1820. Twenty-two had lead levels that would have caused symptoms ranging from mild to severe,Reinhard said In some cases, especially children, the lead levels would have been lethal, he said. The Omaha were Nebraska's first gunsmiths and probablymadetheirownbulletsbymeltinglead,hesaid. If this was done in pots also used for cooking, food would have been contaminated, Reinhard said. The discovery is the first known evidence of society-wide con13rnination with a toxic element in the New World, he said Many Old World populations, including the Romans, suffered significant lead poisoning. ···4'1i~····· Parent Committee Meeting Needs YOUR Voice-Low Turnout for Elections by Hunter Genia When Native American students have one of the highest dropout rates in school nationally that tells you one thing-do something about it and get involved. At the recent parent committee meeting, you can't help but wonder where all the parents are or Native American community members are who are supposedly concerned about how their son or daughter is doing in school. The parent committee is comprised of twenty one seats that need to be filled and it couldn't be filled at the election due to the lack of concern in the community. It would be a great opportunity for anyone interested in doing volunteer work to get 4•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council involved with the committee which has different functions to meet your taste. The committee meets once a month and who can't afford to spend one night a month for a meeting which is for the concern of all Native American students in Grand Rapids. When the Grand Rapids school district shows a definite 500 or more Native American students, it's sad to see the Parent Committee not fill all 21 seats and easy to see why Native American students are flunking the test. Your involvement is crucial to the success of these students and shows them that you really do care about what happens with their education. So let's get involved Contact 771-3318 for more information. �Payments to the Ottawa and Chippewa of Michigan - Distribution plan for Dockets 18E and 58 Thanldng Bill Dunlop for sharing this article In the late 1980's an apparent agreement was reached on distribution of funds from dockets 18E and 58. Congressman Davis prepared a bill and the distribution plan was adopted by all groups involved The Northern Michigan Ottawa Association, the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Orippewa Indians, the Bay MillsCommunityofilippewa Indians, theSaultTribeofilippewa lndians,andtheDescendantsgroup. After submissionofthebill the Sault Tribe withdrew their support of the bill. The reason stated was because the bill called for distribution on the oosis of 1/4 blood and Sault Tribal rolls are based on less than 1/4 blood quantum for a large portion of their membership. It is estimated that there are somewhere between 1,(XX) to 3,(XX) people registeredasSaultTribalmemberswith a 1/4 blood quantum and between 14,000 and 16,000 members who are less than 1/4 blood quantum. Judgment funds are approximately 52 million dollars and based on 1/4 blood distribution the munber of people involved in the distribution would be between 18,000 to 22, 000 or between 22,000 believe the 18,000 to 22,(XX) figure. If the Sault Tribe were allowed to include less than 1/4 blood quantum members this figure would be increased by 14,000 to 16,000 which would effectivelycutinhalfthefundingfor all 1/4 blood quantum Ottawas and Orippewas. If we look at the Grand River as an example, the original estimate fortheGrandRiver Band was3,700 and the payoff was 4,700. If you look at the treaties and do a percentage based on signanrres and say that we are all reproducing at the same rate,thereshouldbe18,000to22,(XX) Ottawas and Orippewas. Most people I have talked to agree with these estimates including the counsel for the Select Connnittee on Indian affarrs. ...88% of the people who are 114 blood are being held up to 12% ofthe people who are less than 114 blood. If you figure there are 2,400 members of the Grand Traverse Tribe, 1,(XX) members of the Bay Mills Tribe, and between 1,000 and 3,000 members of the Sault Tribe (let's use anaverageof2,000forthis pmpose), that are quarter blood, this means that there are 5,400memberships of the Grand Traverse Tribe. This leaves only 3,000 people who are deciding (or holding back) the distribution of these funds. This means that 88% of the people who are 1/4 blood are being heldupto 12%ofthepeoplewhoare less than 1/4 blood This would be oo.sed on 3/25 and on the estimates explained alx>ve. I wouldliketoproposethatwe dig out the old bill introduced by Congressman Davis, and ask either Congressman VanderJagt, or Senator Levin, to submit the bill based on 88percentofthefunding. Wewould foonacoalition of support from the Northern Michigan Ottawa Association, The grand Traverse Tribe, and the Descendants Group who comprise88 percentofthe 1/4blood people. We would do a mass letter writing campaign in support of the bill and ask Pete Taylor, lead counsel. of the Senate Select Committee on Indian Affarrs to get involved on our behalf. We could also present this same package with a variance to allow Congresstodistributeonly75 perrentnowandhold the balance of 13 percent until the final issue has been resolved by the other 3,(XX) quarter blood peopleinvolvedin the settlement Manypeoplehave gone to their grave awaiting distribution of these funds, I believe that we as Tribal leaders should do everything within our power to seek distribution of these funds as soon as possible for the sake of our Elders. Pleaserememberthatthesefigures are oo.sed on estimates and that alltheideasareputforthhereasideas tohopefullygetsomethingmoving on the issue. Everyone is strongly encouraged tohaveyourvoiceheard on thisimportantissue. Itisyourright and your responsibility to oontact yourTriballeadersandletthemknow your position on this issue. 5•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �HUMAN SERVICES E & T Deparbnent with New Format ''Young Eagles GMng Baskets" by Kristi Pagel by Bruce D. Trobridge {/.\ Boozhoo! GRITChasappointedtwonewemployment and training specialists. Dennis Black and I will be heading a program with new focus and direction. A program that will play a more active role in supporting youandyourfamilymembersinyouremployment,skills training, and educational needs. We are currently developing a Job Bank. This area of the program will match participants with jobs that are equal to one's knowledge, skills, education, and abilities. (Please refer to the last page). We also have an Employment Support group meeting every Tuesday night at 6PM to help individuals obtain and secure a job with a fundamental approach. Our department offers a wide range of employment, training, and educational opportunities through Michigan. Contact either Dennis or myself at the office daily from 9 to 5 PM at 616'774-8331. Employment Support Group Meets Tuesday evenings 6:00 PM 45 Lexington NW 774-8331 !Benefit from the shared experiences of a group if you are frustrated by unsuccessful attempts to find a job or unhappy with your current job. Ask for Dennis Black. 6•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council «1,) The Young Eagles were busy the week before Thanksgiving. The Young / ,~,. Eagles thought it would be nice to make fjl '~~ Thanksgiving baskets for our seniors. On Thursday, November 21st, the Seniors Room was buzzing with activity. Each Young Eagle put together baskets with love and pride. Several seniors said they were surprised and touched with their gift. Giving love and happiness to others is one of lifes greatest gifts. Native American Women's Group meets Monday Evenings 6-7 p.m. Support Group for Women to Enhance Self-Esteem Upcoming Events: December 9-Mabel Shomin December 16-Bill Dunlop Please join us in our path to healing. Contact Judy Dodge or wretta Yount !iii �A Busy Month for GRITC's Seniors Program by Loretta Yount It has been seven months since I began work- donated and prepared by GRITC staff. They did a ing in the Seniors program. I've enjoyed every super job. We fed about 70 people. minute ofit. I can only hope if there is any way I can These lunches will be the second Wednesday help, I will be notified. October and Nove1_11ber of each month at 11:30. The next SAL will be have been very busy months. December 11, 1991 at 11:30on Wednesday. I hope you can make it. The Native American church is still doing CIRCLE OF LIFE In October, I attended my first Circle of Life meals on Tuesday and Thursday. We have two Conference. I cannot begin to tell you how much I volunteers-Raphael Gasco and Virginia Peshaba. enjoyed the conference. All the presenters were I know this is a big help to Mary Shawa, the cook Native American. Each morning we gathered in the for Senior meals. circle. The personators were there to give us information on tradition and our culture. SENIOR MEETINGS It was a rewarding experience for me, one that The last Thursday of the month I attended the I will never forget. The workshops I attended were: Senior Citizen Senate of Kent County Meeting. Elder Abuse, First 500 Years, Adult Children of There are 45-60 agencies represented. The concern Alcoholics, Adult Children of Sexual Abuse, AIDS is what happens to Seniors and what can we do to Panel and each morning the General Session. be sure they are treated fairly, with dignity, and independence. Each month, there is an update on SENIOR LUNCH legislative issues from resource personnel from the November 13th, Wednesday, Grand Rapids office of Senator Carl Levin, Don Riegle, ConInter-Tribal Council had a Senior/Activity Lun- gressman Paul Henry, Michigan House Democrat cheon (SAL) for the Seniors. All the food was Research Staff, Social Security, and Area Agency of Aging of West Michigan. r<''...-~···"'"•·, S ,··,, ·<:<. ~•. . . ..... '.{t ~. ' "'°"' ~ \_ ~~ . ,, / ")'>' . ~ ,...., -~· "$-•...>' "';:.· . r·""··' \'.k..,< fa,, Y ~.,,,, ~ ~~ MISCELLANEOUS 0 :~-:77;;,~~:;,. -· ····· , .. . __"7 -~ INTERESTED IN:~ \.."'>"«> • drumming, singi.ng, indian dancing classes wednesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. at the grand rapids inter-tribal council 45 lexington n. w. grand rapids, michigan 49504 call for more information at 616/774-8331 between 8 - 5 p.m. and ask for hunter genia or wag wheeler It is very important Seniors especially the ladies to travel with someone - not only another Senior but anyone. One of the Seniors here in our community was mugged. A person going in the opposite direction walked pass her and grabbed her purse. Fortunately she had no money in her purse. So be alert and careful when you're out walking. In months to come, I hope to be-able to give more information on what is going on in the State of Michigan for the elderly. If you have any concerns you want me to bring to these meetings please let me know. 7•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �MISCELLANEOUS Memories of Ghost Suppers Past . by Mabel Shomin .;,,:;+-,\!!$ Craze Horse ~,ondnuedfrompag,1 - ·· ,,.,,,..__-=~ .:'.?"'- · · · Following in the sacred traditions of his family, an Oglala Lakota religious leader, Charles Chipps, on July The month of November brought back memories of Cross Village back in the 1920's and 30's as many of our people observed the feast of the dead this year. Feast of the dead were held in autumn in memory of the loved one who had died during the year. We lived in a log house next to the cemetery. Early in the morning, on November 1st, people would come to the cemetery and place wreaths on the crosses. These wreaths were made from bright colors of crepe paper. After decorating the crosses everyone went to church for All Saints Day services. After the church service, the feasting began as families were invited in private homes to partake of the food in memory of the deceased. If a person died during the year, someone would be invited who was about the same age as the deceas~. I recall going to the home of Frank and Theresa Shawinibin. Their son had died at the young age of 3 or 4. Each year the Shawinibin family sent a messenger to our home inviting my brother Richard, who was the same age as their son. He would be given a special place at the table. The grandmother Mrs. Shawan saw to it that Richard dot special attention placing all kinds of goodies on his plate and would say, "A how wi-si-nin n/gwis sa" (All right, eat, my son). Some of the homes I recall going to are: John and Angeline Chippewa Simon and Mary Samual Dan and Angeline Dailey Benedic and Lena Showanibin Jerry and Catherine Nishaw Rose Gilbert 8•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 10th conducted the first sacred pipe ceremony atop the . OazyHorsemountaincarving. Hesmokedapipeonce used by the Lakota medicine man, Sitting Bull FromSD. 'sPineRidgeReservation, Chipps is the great grandson of "Old Man" (Hom) Oripps, the medicine man who gave 0azy Horse the medicine believed to have made him impervious to bullets. Duringthecereroony Oripps blessed the mountain andprayedforthesuccessoftheon-goingworkandofthe educationalandculruralaspectsofOazyHorseMemorial. He conducted a second pipe ceremony on the mountain carving Sept 6th. PIPE USED BY CRAZY HORSE Another highlight of the year was the donation to Oazy Horse Memorial of a pipe believed to have been used by 0azy Horse. A rare artifact of historical importance, it was acquired and donated to the Oazy HorseMemorialFoundation by Mr. andMrs.. GilbertD. Moyle of Rapids City, SD. He is the Foundation's president Oglala Lakota medicine man and pipe keeper, Charles Chipps, is the keeper of the pipe used by Oazy Horse. He said, "With the knowledge and theanswerthat camefromaspecialceremonythatlhad,Ibelievethatthe OazyHorsemountainandthepipeshouldbeconsidered as one, are very sacred and should be treated with respect" HesaidthatthepipeusedbyOazyHorseshouldbe keptatOazyHorseMemorialinanisolatedplaceaway fonnpublicview. Headdedthatacopyofthepipeshould be made which also would be considered sacred and which could be used at special ceremonies. The Director of the Indian Museum of North American at Crazy Horse, Anne Ziolkowski, stressed that the pipe used by Crazy Horse never will be put on public display. ''Because pipes such as this are sacred objects, this pipe will be housed in a revered place out of public view where it always will be kept according to Lakota tradition." �GRPS Millage Critical I J If you want to protect your investment in the public schools, make sure to vote YES on January 14, 1992. The Grand Rapids Public Schools is fighting to maintain its programs, services and facilities. The school board is asking voters to support (1) a bond proposal to fund additional classrooms, technology, building renovations, (2) a renewal of all of the district's current operating millage; and (3) a millage increase to offset rising operating costs and maintain current program levels. A Financial Advisory Panel ofleading citizens has affirmed that these three proposals are absolutely necessary to protect the quality of our school programs and facilities. Our program has graduated over 300 Native Americans over the past 10 years. If you would like more specific information about the January 14, 1992 election, please call Chris Shomin at 774-8331. How a Bit of Bubbly During the Holidays Can Affect YOU! Alcohol is a drug. It is a central · nervous system depressant. Alcohol is the major psychoactive ingredient in wine, beer, and distilled liquor, and is found in many prescription and overthe-counter medications. ALCOHOL'S EFFECT ON YOU. J Alcohol's depressant effect begins even with small doses. It has a tranquilizing effect on most people, but it also depresses the brain centers for self control and inhibition. Lowered self-control often leads to loud or aggressive behavior and makes alcohol appear to act like a stimulant. Alcohol also dulls sensation and impairs vision, other senses, memory, muscular coordination, and judgment. The larger the dose, the greater the effect. Alcohol's depressant effect on the brain can also cause unconsciousness, coma, respiratory failure, and death. In addition to the immediate effects of drinking, alcohol taken in larger quantities over a long period of time can damage many body organs, including the liver, heart, and brain. CAN PEOPLE BECOME DEPENDENT ON ALCOHOL? Yes. Alcohol causes both psychological and physical dependence. When a drinker uses alcohol as an escape from problems and stress and comes to depend on the drug for relief, psychological dependence is present. When repeated drinking produces tolerance (a need to consume more of the drug to obtain the same effect), and the drinker's body needs alcohol to function, physical dependence has developed. Once dependent, drinkers experience withdrawal symptoms when they stop drinking. WHAT DANGERS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH SOCIAL IHNKING? The term "social drinking" can be confusing. Even many heavy drinkers think of themselves as social drinkers, since they socialize with others who drink just as heavily. One helpful definition of social drinking is "no more than one standard drink per hour, and no more than three drinks in one day, but not every day. A limit of zero alcoholic drinks is appropriate for many people, such as pregnant women, those not yet 21 years old, those who are driving, those using medication, those who are chemically dependent, and those who abstain for medical, health, or personal reasons." A standard drink contains approximately one-half ounce of pure alcoholexamples are one 12-ounce beer, one five-ounce glass of wine, or one ounce of 100-proof liquor. 9•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �EVENTS Youth Can Have FUN! by Hunter Genia Now is the time to get your son/daughter involved in what's happening around Grand Rapids. There are lots of opportunities for youth to get involved in either basketball, volleyball, table tennis, gymnastics, and ice skating. If your son/daughter is stuck around the house, then get him involved in recreational activities to create an opportunity to develop friends, team skills, communication, interaction, self-esteem, and just have plain fun. If your interested but have problems signing up or transportation then let us know and we will do what we can. 7-8 PM Beginners 5-12 yrs. Wednesdays: Beginning January 15 at OtThe Grand Rapids Recreation Department tawa Hills H.S. will offer an open gym recreation program for a 6-7 PM Beginners 5-12 yrs. period of 10 weeks, from Saturday, January 117-8 PM Beginners 5-12 yrs. March 14, 1992. Centers will be open to middle Cost: $16 for G .R. residents, $19 for nonschool, high school, and college age students. The Saturday Recreation Centers will offer a variety of residents. Classes meet one hour a week for 8 weeks. activities including basketball, volleyball, and table tennis. The cost is $.50 per visit. SOCIAL DANCE LESSONS Centers will be open at the following locaAll classes meet one hour a week for 10 weeks tions from 12 noon to 5 PM. for those 18 yrs & over. Burton Middle Iroquois Middle Mondays: Beginning January 13, 1992 at Northeast Middle Union High Westwood Middle School Beginners 6:30-7:30 PM 5TH • 8TH GRADE BASKETBALL PROGRAM Intermediate 7:30-8:30 PM Sign ups for 5th through 8th grade boys and Advanced 8:30-9:30 PM girls for its Saturday morning basketball program Wednesdays: Beginning January 15,1992 at on Saturdays, December 7 and 14, 1991 from 10Riverside Middle School 11:30 AM at the following sites: Beginners 6:30-7:30 PM Sign Up Site Sign Up Times Intermediate 7:30-8:30 PM Northeast Middle 10-11:30 AM Advanced 8:30-9:30 PM Union H.S. 10-11:30 AM Cost: $26 for city residents, $34 for nonOttawa Hills H.S. 10-11:30 AM residents (half price for golden age cardholders). Iroquois Middle 10-11 :30 AM Pre-registration is required for all gymnastic All registrants pay $10 registration fee. Forms must be signed by a parent or guardian and are and social dance lessons. Send the student's name, available at your school, the G.R. Parks and Rec- address, your business and home phone numbers, reation Department Office (201 MarketAve. S.W.), first and second choice of class along with a check or money order to: or at the sign-up sites listed above. G.R. Parks and Recreation Dept.•201 Market GYMNASTIC LESSONS Mondays: Beginning January 13 at Ottawa Avenue S.W.•Grand Rapids, MI 49503•Deadline: Friday, December 20, 1991. Hills H.S. 6-7 PM Beginners 5-12 yrs. OPEN GYM JO•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �BELKNAP PARK ARENA SPECIAL HOLIDAY PUBLIC ICE SKATING SCHEDULE (November 29. 1991 - January 5. 1992) For daily recording of arena activities call 235-9940. OPEN SKATING - ALL AGES _T.KEN & COLLBGK AGE SKATING - 13 & YRS & OVER Friday, · November 29 10:00-11:45 p.m. Friday, December 20 10:00-11:45 p.m. Saturday, December 21 10:00-11:45 p.m. 6:00-7:45 p.m. Friday, December 27 10:00-11:45 p.m. Monday, December 23 1:00-3:45 p.m. Saturday, December 28 10:00-11:45 p.m. Tuesday, December 24 1:00-3:45 p.m. Friday, January 3 10: 00-11 :45 p.m. Thursday, December 26 1:00-3:45 p.m. Saturday, January 4 10:00-11:45 p.m. Friday, December 2 7 · 1:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 P-m. Friday, November 29 1:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 p.m. Saturday, December 21 2:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 p.m. Sunday, December 22 Saturday, December 28 2:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 p.m~ Sunday, December 29 6:00-7:45 p.m. Monday, December 30 1:00-3:45 p.m. Tuesday, December 31 1:00-3:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 1 1:00-3:45 p.m. Thursday, January 2 1:00-3:45 p.m. Friday, January 3 1:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 p.m. Saturday, January 4 2:00-3:45 p.m. 8:00-9:45 p.m. Sunday, January 5 6:00-7:45 p.m. *NOTE: FAMILY AND ADULT SKATING (17 & Under must be accompanied by an adult family member) Sunday, December 22 4:00-5:45 p.m. Sunday, December 29 4:00-5:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 1 4:00-5:45 p-m. THKRK WILL NOT BE LUNCH SKATING ON DECKHBKR 23,. 24 & 26,. 1991,. and January 1,. 1992. THKRK WILL BE NO PUBLIC SKATING ON THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRIS'IHAS EVE, CHRIS'l'MAS DAY AND NEW YEAR'S KVE. FOR ICE RENTAL INFORMATION PI.KASH CALL 456-3696 BKTWKKN 8:00 A.H.-5:00 P.H.,. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. 11 •The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �INSPIRATIONAL DECEMBER TURTLE TALK CONTRIBUTORS Thanking you for your support' Golden Givers Frank Paybow Shirley Lurtsema Prayer by a Cheyenne Indian. Thanking David Rankin of the Fountain Street Church. "O'Great Spirit,, Whose voice I hear in the winds, And whose breath gives life to all the world, hear me! I am small and weak, I need your strength and wisdom. Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the purple sunset. Make my hands respect the things you have made, and my ears sharp to hear your voice. Let me learn the lessons you have hidden in every leaf and rock. I seek strength, not to be greater than my brothers and sisters, but to fight my greatest enemy -myself. Make me always ready to come to you with clean hands and straight eyes So when life fades, as the sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame." December Birthdays "Happy Birthday from GR/TC" Joseph Raphael Billy Schrubbe Tracy Wesaw Harvey Anderson Jeremy Merryweather Christina Shomin Robin High Kathleen Floyd Sarah Andrews Dave Russell Joshua Shomin Edmund Pigeon Richard Raphael Matthew Boyer Trisha Genia Carrie Martinez John Bennett James Mataxagay 12•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council The Vision by Pamela Maillet ti; People are very busy · '----..:, 1 · Anticipating with great advice The great celebration of the year 19CJ2 The birth of Discovery The day of invasion Things will never be the same Spoken by the new aliens How free it was How free its been The days of the great Buffalo Are only now a dream. The frees are gone- replaced by stone. Our people are scattered Seemingly along. A conquered people here in their own land A little help here and there If you have a band But even then there's no guarantee For the governments have broken every treaty. One night I called for the Great Grandfathers Please come and show us the way. And in the quiet of the midnight hour This is what they had to say. Be not afraid of 19CJ2. We are as man as 1492. Be at peace- all of you, on this great day. We'll show you where to walk and guard the words youll say. By train, by bus, by plane. We'llhelpyouall the way. March up to every capital doors. And ask these questions here. Do you remember us? . And don't show any fear. Ask them when they will set us free. It's been 500 years. When will they Honor the treaties? So, we can dig our tears. Ask them what comes to mind. Raise not your hand March in demonstration every province, every state. All over the land With trembling hand I wrote this down. So I could share with you of the words the Grandfathers spoke of Columbus Day 19CJ2. ; �CLASSIFIED Turtle Tal.k makes every attempt to list only those jobs that are open but due to printing and mailing time, jobs listed may have already been filled. For further i,iformation on all listings and additional job openings not listed, please call Bruce Or Dennis al the GRITC office al 616/714-8331. CAD Operator. Provide product drawings, literature drawings, graphs, and illustrations. Requires an understanding and applied knowledge of CAD commands and functions. Associates Degree. $1600-$2000/month. Blackmer, 1809 Century Ave., G.R., MI 49509, 241-1611. Client Services Manager Team Leader. Provide daily leadership and supervision for 3 ACT Team professional staff in delivery of intensive casemanagement services to 20 to 25 adult mentally ill service recipients. Master's degree in field related to the provision of CMH services, such as counseling, social work or psychology. $26,291. Send resume to: Amy Rengo, Director of Personnel, Mason County Community Mental Health Services, 920 Diana St., Ludington, MI 49431. Oerk Typist HS. diploma. Worlring knowledge of oosic English, spelling, and math. Ability to pass 50 wpm typing test General knowledge of office machines & basic operation of such. $15,7f>6/yr., fulltime. Kent Community Hospital Complex, 750 Fuller Ave., G.R, :MI 49503. Building Custooian N. Supervisory responsibility in the direction of custodial tasks. One year's experience. Knowledge of proper methods, procedures, and equipment Sufficient education to understand and issue written ocal instructions. $16,474/yr., full-time. Kent Connnunity Hospital Complex, 750 Fuller Ave., G.R., :MI 49503. Head FlOOIWOiker for Saginaw Chippewa Fund Raising Bingo/Cardroom Videos Isabella Indian Reservation. 18 years or older with HS. diploma or equivalent; Must be able to handle rroney accmately and worlc well with the public. $5.50/hr., full-time. The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan, 7070 E. Broadway, Mt Pleasant, :MI 48858, 517n72-5700. Accounting. Night account adjustment/driver check-in clerk. Varied duties-receive product returned, using a CRT to make customer account adjustments and adjustments to inventory. Warehouse setting. Basic accounting background beneficial. Sunday night through Thursday, 6 PM to 2 AM. $6.50 + .20/ hr., full-time. Sysco Frost-Pack Food Services · Inc., 3700 Sysco Ct., SE., MI 49518-8769, , 49512. Credit Secretary. Requires use of Lotus and dBase software, strong written and verbal communication skills; accounting knowledge preferred. Sysco Frost-Pack Food Services Inc., 3700 Sysco Ct., SE., MI 49518-8769, 49512. Civil Engineer. BSCE or MSCE with min. 4 yrs. experience in MDOT hwy design, utilities drainage, and hydraulic analysis. Capital Consultants, Inc., 820 N. Washington Ave., Lansing, MI 48906, 517/371-1200. Credit Analyst. $25,000-$30,000/yr. Phoenix Designs, a subsidiary of Herman Miller, Inc., 10875 Chicago Dr., Zeeland, MI 49464, 800/ 253-2733 or 616n72-5323. Senior Tool Designer, Manufacturing Engineer, and Quality Control Manager-all 1st shift. Drawform, 300 N. Centennial Ave., Zeeland, MI 49464, 616n72-1910. Citizen Action Center Aide. Good public relations skills to provide City information and interaction with City departments to resolve citizen requests. Data entry and recordkeeping. $4.35 to $5.55/hr. Civil Service Board, Human Resources Department, Personnel Services, City Hall, Room 816, G.R., MI 49503, 616/456-3176. 13•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �ANNOUNCEMENTS Audition for Festival '92 Dance Festival Dance Guidelines YOUTH STAGE Age Limitation: Stage Time: Special Note: MAIN STAGE Theme: Audition Time: Stage Time: If any of your performers are over the age of 12 as of June 5, 1992, your group or act must audition through the main stage audition process. Acts not auditioned (those under age 12) will be given 15-minute time slots. You may request, and receive, multiple time slots; however, they will not be scheduled back-to-back. Separate application forms must be submitted if you would like more than one time slot. If your act requires more than 15 minutes, you must audition through the main stage audition process. If your group must now audition, due to these changes in stage time and age limitations, please fill out an application to audition, and attach it to your Youth State application. Your dance act should reflect a specific idea. It should be presented as a theme, telling a story, or conveying a continuing concept throughout. The program may present any number of dance styles, or a combination thereof. Continuity of music and dance will be used as the basic criteria in determining the presence and strength of theme. If you wish to discuss your theme concept/content for clarification purposes prior to the auditions, please call either Terri or Kathy. You will be given 5 minutes' audition time for each theme, with a maximum of 30 minutes total audition time. Should you have more than 6 themes to audition, they must all be viewed in your 30-minutes allotment. Each theme must be submitted on separate application forms. Feel free to photocopy your application if you need more than one! As will be given no less than 5 minutes and no more than 30 minutes per theme. Please note time needed per themes on each application to audition. Call Mary Stitt at 774-8331 for more information. t~ AIDS Memorial Quilt DECEMBER 15-16, 1991 ~ 'f( b Ford Fieldhouse Grand Rapids CommunityCollege• 121 LyonNE•Grand Rapids, MI Sunday, Dec. 15,1 p.m.-9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Free Admission For further information call (616) 771-4163 Sponsored by: Grand Rapids Community College in cooperation with G.R.A.C.E., 14•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council G.R. Civic Theatre Auditions The MusicMan. Cast: 45 men and women, ages 10 and up. A musical by Meredith Willson. Auditions are Saturday and Sunday, December 14 & 15, 2 PM; Tues., Dec. 17, 7:30 PM. Directed by Paul A. Dreher. Other People's Money. Cast: 2 women and 3 men, ages 35 and up. A Jerry Sterner comedy. Auditions are Sun. and Mon., Feb. 23-24, 7:30 PM. �:M'. ... ~ Open to the Public The AIDS Council of Kent County meets the second Tuesday of each month from 8-10 a.m. in the multi-purpose room of the Kent County Health department. The agenda varies but subjects such as service needs, funding priorities and setting public policy are addressed. ~ Special Needs from GRARC VOLUNTEER RECEPTIONIST - GRARC is in urgent need of a volunteer receptionist. Hours 1-5 p.m., M-F. Duties include phone answering, typing, filing etc. Please call Theresa at 459-9177 if you or someone you know can help. If you have questions about any of the volunteer opportunities, or need more information, please call 459-9177 AIDS Lecture Series POTLUCK-bring a dish to pass. Main dish will be provided. Mark your new calendar reserving January 14th, 1992, Tuesday,4:30PMforthis informative presentation. TURTLE TALK BUY your loved ones a · "~£. yearly subscription to Turtle ~ . . .. , Talk. ANDYou can deduct your gift to the full extent of the law. And as a thank you from us, we will print your name or your loved ones name in our next issue (unless you request to stay anonymous), and you'll be assured of receiving future issues of Turtle Talk. Golden Giver ...$15/yr. Silver Giver ...$10/yr. Bronze Giver... $5/yr. Please send your contribution to: GRITC, 45 Lexington NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. ~ America in 1492 An Exhibition of Books and Manuscripts Portraying American Civilization on the eve of the Columbus Voyages. Jan 18-April 18, 1992, M,F, Sat from 9 to 5 PM T, W, Th. from 9 - 7:30 PM. Accompanying the exhibition is a series of free public lectures at 10 AM 1125/92 WilliamR. Swagerty,Americain 1492. 2/1/92 Jay Miller, Society in America in 1492. 218192 Sam D. Gill, Religion in America in 1492. 2115192 Francis Jennings, Trade in America in 1492. 2!22!92ClaraKidwell,TechnologyinAmericainl492. 2/29/92 Alan Kolata., The Andean World in 1492. Craft Classes Renee Dillard will be holding craft classes on the second Thursday of each month at 7 PM downstairs at the Inter-Tribal Council. Contact Ike Peters for further information.These classes are for all crafts so bring your projects and come on down. ~ FREE Financial Help for Your Business RAM Consultants will be volunteering one day per month to GRITC members offering FREE financial consulting help for any Native American presently in business or wishing to go into business. Contact Rita or Diane at GRITC 616/774-8331 to make your appointment 15•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �Job Skills Bank The response to this bank has been positive. We would like to extend an invitation to those who haven't signed up as yet, to sign up today. The Jobs Skills Bank is a computerized file of people who are looking for employment or who may be looking for employment at some point in the future. We encourage you to register with the Job Skills Bank as we may be of assistance to you in obtaining employment and valuable training. If you are interested, please fill in the following data sheet and mail or deliver to GRITC, 45 Lexington NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504: Name_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Social Security#: DOB: _ _ _ _ _ __ Address: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone# (include area code): _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Education, Training, or Certifications? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Employment Interests/Experience related to interests? _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Driver's License? Yes_ _No___ Chauffeurs? Yes_ _ No Do you have reliable transportation? Yes_ _ _ _ _No _ _ _ _ __ GRITC member? Yes_No__ Native American? Yes_ _ No _ __ What skills do you have? 1. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Are you currently employed?_ _ _ _ _ _Yes _ _ _ _ _ No _ _ __ If yes, where and for how l o n g ? - - - - - - - - - = = - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 45 Lexington, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 Edward V. Gillis 2512 Union NE Grand Rapids Ml. l 6•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council 49505 Non Profit Org . U.S. Postage PAID Permit No.690 Grand Rapids, Ml � 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 Stitt, Mary (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/57de2fd7141caaf3a6980d58270b08cc.pdf c2756f15d505c66346222e461d4be665 PDF Text Text I Volume 2 Number 12 A Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council December 1992 A BOOK IS A PRESENT THAT KEEPS GIVING A Collection of Gift Suggestions from the Council -- With Our Best Holiday Wishes! Christmas shopping can be hectic. Even in the most festive of seasons, nobody wants to run all over town looking for just the right gift for friends and relatives. This year, GRITC offers a hassle-free shopping trip through our Michigan Indian Press. We have some very special gift books available right here at our office. The press offers a variety of titles for people of all backgrounds, many interesting and informative ways of learning about the Anishnabe. Everyone interested in Native Americans in Michigan needs a copy of "People OJThe Three Fires," by James Clifton, George Cornell, and James Mcclurken. The book presents a history of the Ottawa (Odawa), Chippewa (Ojibwa) and Potowatomi (Odawatomi) tribes, their culture and traditions. A good look at Native American life from pre-historic times to the present. ($15.95). "Aube Na Bing," by Simon Otto, is a selection of photographs from personal and archival collections. Spanning the years from 1865-1988, the book is a photo documentary of the culture and lifeways of Michigan tribes. ($15.95). A selection of eighteen legends and stories from Anishnabe oral tradition are presented in "Walk In Peace," by Simon Otto. The stories were passed down through the ages by Indian elders, various relatives, medicine men and a medicine woman. ($9.95). A PEEK INSIDE Director's Column ............ 2 Feature .................................. 7 Board Report .................... 3 Health Notes ................ 8, 10, 12 A Native Issue .................. 5 Announcements ..... .4, 11, 14, 15 Poem .................................. 6 Pow Wows ............................ 16 "Gah-Baeh-JhagwahBuk" is The Way It Happened, by James Mcclurken. This interesting and colorful book chronicles the Odawa's geographic and cultural continuity from the arrival of the Europeans to the present. It explores Odawa life before European influence, documents the political relationship with local, state, and federal governments from colonial times to the present. ($18.95). (continued on page 13) �FROM THE DIRECTOR: Boo-Shoo! As we celebrate this Holiday Season and prepare for the New Year, we are encouraged that 1993 will be more prosperous for Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and members of the Native American community. Though the holidays have different meanings for different people, the spirit of "Peace on Earth" is appropriate for everyone. The holiday season has much more meaning than simply drinking alcoholic beverages and partying. We should recognize that if people loved and cared more universally, the world would be a better place in which to live. All should recognize there is too much poverty, pain, and suffering in this world. Women and children suffer tremendously in this country due to abuse and neglect. We should not and cannot simply ignore the suffering of people. We must take action to correct the ills of society. The spirit of the holidays should be continuous beyond the month of December. More specifically, as applicable to the Indian people, it is simply deplorable that the dominant society allows 54% unemployment in this state, it is deplorable that 49% of Native Americans live below poverty level, and it is deplorable that the life expectancy for Natives is 59 years of age, versus 74 years for overall society. We must work hard to eradicate these dismal numbers. The Council was excited by the news of the election of Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a democrat from Colorado, to the United States Senate. Mr. Campbell is a Native American and has been the only American Indian in the House of Representatives in recent years. It is time for more Indians to get involved with the governmental process in this country so that we may better control our destiny. It is important that we make ~trong contributions and commitments to better the plight of the less fortunate among our people. We can make a difference against oppression and injustice year-round. On behalf of the Council's staff, "PEACE ON EARTH, GOODWILL TOWARD ALL." Have a safe Holiday Season! Levi A. Rickert, Executive Director 2•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council GRITC Board of Directors William Memberto - President John Hutchinson - Vice-President Andra Robinson - Treasurer Loretta Antoine - Secretary Roger Williams - Member Jeanne Harding - Member Mary Roberts - Member Bill Dunlop - Member GRITCSTAFF Administration Levi A. Rickert - Executive Director Jeff Justin - Accountant Chris Shomin - Accounting Clerk Human Services Darcy Emert Hunter Genia Kristie Pagel Loretta Yaunt Kim Sawmick Michigan Indian Press Terry Bussey - Production Support Denise Skorka - Administration Clerk Susan Ives - Intake Facilitator Diane Leaureaux - Michigan Indian Press Turtle Talk Marcia E. Barber - Editor Michael A. V anderW all - Layout Diane Leaureaux- Circulation Contributing Writers Bill Dunlop Diana Marie Irish William Elk Burford Turtle Talk' s mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest and happenings that may directly or indirectly affect and impact our Indian community. Turtle Talk welcomes any comments or opinions from its readership. However, we will consider publishing only those letters which have a signed name and address. It should be noted that letters to the editors express the views of the writers and not necessarily the views of this newsletter or GR/TC. Deadline for submission is the 10th of every month. Turtle Talk is published monthly by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council located at 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504, 616/774-8331, FAX 616/774-2810. �FROM THE BOARD During the past few months I've been involved in the committee planning the Veterans' Pow Wow at Grand Rapids Community College. As a result of being named donations contact for the committee, I have been talking with many leaders in the business community. I was pleased to find a high degree of awareness of Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council and interest in its success in this transition period. Offers of resources and expertise are coming in to the Council frequently, and we have made many new contacts and acquaintances throughout. The network of support for economic development is beginning to build, and as a result, we continue to solicit new involvement from those individuals wishing to participate in Council activities. We welcome anyone from throughout west Michigan with new ideas for economic development projects for the Council to contact us with an outline by letter or telephone (616-7748331). People are also needed to serve on a variety of committees for upcoming projects. Intergenerational Child Care Children 6 weeks to school-age have the opportunity to develop a special friendships with Seniors. An innovative intergenerational concept in child care located on the campus of Porter Hills Presbyterian Village. To rece ive an application for enrollment or further information, please contact Sandy TenHagen at 940-4049. • Financial Assistance is Available. Location : 3600 E. Fulton , in Grand Rapids Michigan. Owned By: Po~er Hi·;s Presby:ena", Vil!age • Managed By: T~e Grarid Rapids Me:ro. YMCA1 Sou:heas! Brar.ch Let LEE's Do Your Cooking ... Roger Williams, Board Member LEE'S Famous Recipe Chicken THREE LOCATIONS: 950 Bridge NW, at Lane (774-9311) 2020 Eastern, SE (452-9311) 509 - 44th, SE (531-2611) 3•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �GET INVOLVED WITH TURTLE TALK Letters to the Editor, comments about GRITC and its services, your thoughts on the state of the country all are welcome additions for upcoming issues of Turtle Talk. Please send your ideas to us at 45 Lexington NW, Grand Rapids Ml 49504. TURTLE TALK SUBSCRIPTIONS In the past, we have sent copies of Turtle Talk to anyone requesting to be put on our mailing list. Last month we mailed the newsletter to over 1 ,100 people and the list is growing every day. We also send copies of Turtle Talk to our media contacts, and those people in the business and government sector who have been supportive of GRITC and its programs. We are striving to make Turtle Talk more selfsupporting, and we need your help. We are offering advertising space at low cost (see below), and now we would like to ask for subscription contributions to those of you who receive Turtle Talk regularly. The base subscription for one year of Turtle Talk is $5 (Bronze), and additional contributions of $10 (Silver) or $15 (Gold) are greatly appreciated. Your contributions will help develop Turtle Talk into a bigger and better source of information and entertainment for our Anishnabe community. Thanks for your help. ~ TURTLE TALK SUBSCRIBERS/DONATIONS ~ Nancy J. Cook Linda J. Wallace (For Her Daughter Olivia Wiersum) Jeanna Postema Grace Brewer Dallas Krum Manuel Contreras Walter E. Stawaszy Toni VandeVoren Nebin Floyd VOLUNTEERS WANTED Every month, Turtle Talk needs volunteers to help fold, staple and lable the newsletter for mailing. You will find fresh coffee and usually a plate of cookies, as well as our special thanks for your help. Please call Bill Dunlop or Diane Lareaux to volunteer at 77 4-8331 . NOVEMBER VOLUNTEERS A Special Thank You To: John Noah, Mike Kaboni, Matt Wilson and Henry (Muck Man) Mark 4•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council DECEMBER BIRTHDAY CREETINCS Joseph Raphael Billy Schrubbe Tracy Wesaw Harvey Anderson Jeremy Merryweather Deb Pigeon Christina Shomin Robin High Kathleen Floyd Sarah Andrews David Russell Joshua Shomin Edmond Pigeon Richard Raphael Robin Raphael Isabell Campos Matthew Boyer Carrie Martinez Jennie Ives Christopher Cuellar Comer John Bennett Trisha Genia James Mataxagay Jerry King Michael Ferrere Lanelle Ferrere Natasha Stewart �A NATIVE ISSUE The problem of alcohol abuse and Native American youth as grown in recent years. Native American male youths have a 42% percent problem-drinking rate (compared to 34% for Anglo males the same age). By age 11 years nearly one-third of all Native American adolescents had tried alcohol. The Indian Health Service considers alcoholism to be "one of the most significant and urgent health problems facing the Indian people today. Probably no other condition adversely affects so many aspects of Indian life in the United States." In comparative studies of alcohol use patterns it was found that Native Americans showed the greatest disruption of life because of alcohol use. Alcohol influenced crimes for Native Americans are 20 times more frequent than for black or white Americans. The suicide rate for Native Americans is about twice that of the general U.S. population. Approximately 75-80% of all suicides among Native Americans are alcohol-related. The diversity of cultural, social, and religious traditions need to be stressed. The only way to understand Native American responses to alcohol is to indeed recognize that there may be no such thing as a recognizable, standardized, common "Native American response" that can be readily identified to alcohol. Native American youth are both "Native American" (with all the societal attitudes that implies) and "youth" at the same time. If they are female in addition to the above, then they must deal with a certain amount of tribal (and societal) stigma and reproachment. Being Native American means dealing with societal stereotypes of the "drunken Indian," "firewater'' myths and other related images. Alcoholism is often looked at as an individual problem (he/she can't hold his/her liquor), rather than as a societal or public policy problem. Society has too often focused on the "alcoholic" (and treatment for the alcoholic) and not on alcohol and the total environment, on prevention. While the Indian Health Service has claimed that Native American health has improved in several categories, this has not been the case in the past with alcoholism. One can easily see how Native American youth growing up in terrible economic and social conditions could turn to alcohol as an "escape." Economic depravation is not the sole reason why many Native American youth drink to excess, but it is a significant reason. It is one of the many areas that must be targeted in order that Native American alcoholism prevention programs be successful. There appears to be no one, single, concise answer (or explanation) of the problem of Native American youth and alcohol. It is a complex problem, involving many elements, cultural, environmental, economic, and many other elements as well, all best understood in a historical context. Solutions involve variegated elements: alcohol education and prevention programs that truly involve the local tribal community, programs that involve parents and youth as well, and economic development programs on Native American reservations that hold out some promise that life can get better, and leadership from Native American communities that must be fostered, leadership that differs from the "pragmatic function" kind lodged in the larger society. 5•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �L•.:. . . ·.·. . . . . . . 1·············.w.w.·.····················:w······r·········:;······:·:Icw··········:r<:········ ..u:r··.··=.:.·.·.·.·.·.·.·.r.· ........••••••••·•·•·•·•·.·•·.·.·••.:.·.·•••·.i.W.·..·.·.·.:.·.·.:.:••••.•••·•••·.:.n:.·......:.:.:.W.i.........:.:.:.• What is alcoholism? The American Medical Association recognizes alcoholism as a disease which can be arrested but not cured. One of the symptoms is an uncontrollable desire to drink. Alcoholism is a progressive disease. As long as alcoholics continue to drink, their drive to drink will get worse. If the disease is not arrested, it can end in insanity or death. The only method of arresting alcoholism is total abstinence. ···············.'.·.············w················.·········.·.'.'0•: : . \.........\ How much is too much to drink? If you plan to drive, plan not to drink. To reduce your risks, you can follow these simple guidelines: ZERO: Zero alcohol, especially if you are driving, under 21, pregnant or chemically dependent. ONE: One drink per hour sets the pace for moderate drinking. AND THREE: No more than three drinks per day, and never daily. My Talking Heart by Diana Marie Irish As the beat of the drums spread across our land, My heart with pride takes a stand, I hear the echoes of the past in the wind, It told me of the path, where I must begin. It speaks of the buffalo, who roamed our land, And our ancestors with their mighty hand. The cries of the widows from a warriors past That fought for our world for peace at last. Tho' the fires are gone, the smoke still fills my eyes To remind me how they suffered as years go by. Tho' my world is different my heart knows the way back, Just to find inner peace, that our world lacks. My heart shows me the serenity of sitting in the woods, Or a mountain top where the air is good, The animals who were our friends, The sacred circle with no beginning, no end. Now my heart still knows the songs of long ago, And the way to find harmony in this world I know. 6•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council I •• �RESSURECTION Conclusion of a personal journey, by Bill Dunlop now. The years have slipped past, and I have been "bone dry" ever since that miracle at Baraga. Things haven't always been letter-perfect for me; they never are in this life, they weren't planned that way. I do experience real joy every now and then. People don't avoid me anymore; they don't cross the street when they see me coming. In fact, they do just the opposite, and some of them even hug me! The clincher in this story happened just the other day, to show me that my miracle is still with me. My daughter called me from her home in Texas. Before we hung up the phone, she said, "Take good care of yourself, dad, I love you." My mind raced back over the years again, to that night on the beach. Remember the little girl I had deserted in favor of booze? Well, she had just said, "Dad, I love you," to me, just like other decent fathers hear. I walked over to the window of my home facing the east, from whence the giver of each new day comes, and I said, "Cha-meegwetch Zsham-na-du." Days later, maybe a week, I was sitting out on the long sunporch there at New Day (in Baraga), looking down at that same beach. A group of raucous young Indians went by. They knocked a couple of magazines off a table. I leaned over to pick them up, when I noticed one of the magazines had flopped open to a full page ad. It was a picture of a bottle of Seagram's 7 -Crown whiskey. That was my favorite, when I had the money. I had just started to fantasize how good it would taste if that picture were the real thing. It was then I realized a miracle had happened to me! The magnitude of it held me paralyzed. The thirst, the terrible undeniable demand for alcohol, was gone! I had carried that gorilla on my back, summer-in, winter-out, for forty-five long years, and fool that I am, when it was lifted off me, I didn't really realize it. But it didn't take long to know it had happened there on that beach last night. The Creator didn't make the star blink for me. Instead, He did something • ten thousand times better for me. He just took the addiction to alcohol from me. And then the star got brighter! I can't be "macho" and brag that I had fought the good fight and won, like some of my old 'wino' friends do. I did fight that battle they talk of for forty-five • years, but I lost every round. I smoked over two packs of cigarettes a day, and that was also lifted off of me. I don't vomit blood anymore either - the Creator doesn't do things half-way. The drunken tramp you may have seen staggering up the alley is gone 7•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �HOLIDAY SWEETS Sugar and spice and everything nice, that's what food most kids are dreaming about over the holidays. Adults also consume more than their share of sugar-coated calories during this time of year - it's hard to avoid it. Is sugar your friend or foe? Through the years, sugar has been hailed as a quick energy source. It has also been blamed for hyperactivity in children, obesity in adults, and even criminal behavior. But what do we really know about this sweet, white powder we can't seem to live without? The Up Side: Sugar can relax your nerves. In most people, about 2-1/2 tablespoons of sugar causes the brain to release a calming chemical. The effect usually takes about 20 minutes. Sugar does not cause obesity. While sugar does have calories, the fact is that most foods containing sugar are loaded with fat. A chocolate candy bar or heaping dish of ice cream are both jam-packed with fat. Better choices might be ginger snaps or your favorite fruit. The Down Side: Sugar causes cavities. This is something every parent knows and every child refuses to believe. The type of food, the length of time the food stays on the teeth, and the thoroughness of the brushing job you do, all determine how damaging sugar is to your teeth. Sugar by itself is not a good quick ''pickerupper." Many people eat sugar believing it gives them a burst of energy. Sugar can provide quick energy, but so can fruits, grains and starches, which are better for you because of the nutrients they contain. Sugar has its place in our diet, but how we get sugar makes all the difference between a healthy diet and an unhealthy one. A balanced diet of fruits, vegetables and grains can give you all the sugar your body needs. HAPPY HOLIDAY EATING! 8•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �J. . . ,. ,.: •., ., ., . IL. .,. . . . . . . . . .,. . .,. . . . .,. . . . . :.:.,.:.U...............:.·:.'.i.i.::'..... i]. . .:. . _?:.:.:.~.:.........:.:.:..:...........:.:.i.:.i.:JiiiHii:iiiiiiiiiii!EUi]iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:iiiiiiitn:::::tiiiii:iiiiiiiiiiiiJii!i!i!!iiiifiiiiiiir iiiiii!i]F····:I:F~":··rwi":;·;···:11 HOW TO THINK POSITIVELY ABOUT YOURSELF Make it a point to be your own best friend. That means giving yourself: ACCEPTANCE - Identify and accept your strengths and weaknesses (everybody has them!). HELP - Set realistic goals. Meet them by learning new skills and developing your abilities. TIME -Take time out regularly to be alone with your thoughts and feelings. Get involved in activities you can enjoy by yourself, like crafts, reading or an individual sport. Learn to enjoy your own company. TRUST- Pay attention to your thoughts and feelings. Act on what you think is right. Do what makes you feel happy and fulfilled. YOUNG EAGLES Looking for More Participants The Young Eagles is a Native American young people's group open to all Native Americans in grades K-12. The Young Eagles is focused on Native American cultural background, self-esteem building, team building, and having a good learning experience. This group offers a chance for all our youth to feel good about who they are as Anishnabe people, with the hope that they will be future leaders in their own right - in their family, communities, states or nations. It is our goal to assist our young people and give them the skills to succeed in society. They have every reason to celebrate their traditions, culture and being Anishnabe. For more information, call Hunter Genia at 77 4-8331 . RESPECT - Don't try to be someone else. Be proud of who you are. Explore and appreciate your own special talents. ENCOURAGEMENT- Take a "can-do" attitude. Set a reasonable timetable for personal goals and offer yourself encouragement along the way. PRAISE -Take pride in your achievements, both great and small. Remember your experiences are yours alone. Enjoy them! LOVE - Learn to love the unique person you are. Accept and learn from your mistakes. Don't overreact to errors. Accept your successes and failures - those who love you do. 9•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �CANCER SCREENING AVAILABLE One in nine women will get breast cancer. In Michigan, fifteen hundred die from it each year. But most of those deaths can be prevented by yearly screenings. Through new local public health programs, Michigan women age 40 and older can receive the following services: • Clinical breast exams; • Pelvic exams; • Pap smears; • Patient information; • Screening mammograms; • Follow-up appointments. Who is eligible? • All women age 40 years and older, especially those with no family doctor; • Low-income women may receive services at reduced cost or free of charge; • Women age 65 and older, Native Americans, Hispanics, African Americans, other minorities, and women with handicaps are encouraged to participate. Where should I go for service? • Baxter Community Center; • Betty Ford Center for Cancer Prevention & Screening (Blodgett Hospital); • Cherry Street Services; • Clinica Santa Maria; • Sparta Health Center. All services are confidential. For more information, call the Michigan Health Promotion Clearinghouse Hotline at 1-800-922-6266. PARENT COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES The Parent Committee hosted a Ghost Supper and Halloween Party on Saturday October 31st. The Ghost Supper was opened by Mr. Joe John who gave the greeting in the Anishnabe language. Nearly 75 people attended, but there was plenty of food to share. The Ghost Supper was followed by a Halloween Party for Anishnabe youth. The kids definitely got scared as many ghost and goblins (and some I couldn't tell what they were) were having just as much fun scaring the kids as the kids were going through the Haunted House. On October 30, the Parent Committee invited Mr. Marvin Defoe to speak on Parenting in Two Worlds. Mr. Defoe, an Ojibwa person, is from the Red Cliff Anishnabe Aki. He spoke on how people born into this world go through four stages from birth to the elder years. He emphasized how people must respect each other, no matter what race or beliefs. The Parent Committee is hoping to have Mr. Defoe back during their summer program. by Hunter Genia Volunteers are needed. Anyone interested in helping with the Parent Committee or any special projects they have coming up, contact them at 771-3318. JO•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �1~........:..:.:.:.:.:.:.:..:.·.............. ~: ... :.': .:.:.:.:.:L::i::::::::::::::W/::::::::::::L'::::::::::::iL::'::::::i:~::::I:::j::'::1Li:::::::··sn:::::'.dJf:J.lltfR.g;1-Jp.§:" U?lffil:::::::::::L'\:::':::::;::::::::J!;:':::l ~ Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council is sponsoring a A CHRIS1MA.S P01L.UCK on Wednesday, December 16 at 6 pm at Lexington School, 45 Lexington NW • Ornaments made by the Young Eagles will be presented to the elders. • The Young Eagles 7th - 12th grade group will present an AIDS drama. • There will be games and, of course, Santa Claus! • Please bring a dish to pass. • Everyone in the Native American community is welcome. Volunteers are needed to help prepare and serve food and to work with the young people. For more information or to volunteer, please call Darcy, Kim, Hunter or Diane at 774-8331. NRTI UE RMER I CRN RRTS Classes are now forming for various Native Rmerican arts to be held at Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Center, 45 LeHington NW by local Rnishnabe artist Rnita Smith. Classes meet every 2nd Thursday from 6:00 - 8:30 pm beginning December 10th. GR ITC SWEHTSH IRTS CHPS I} URR IDUS SIZES, RSSORTED COLORS NOW ON SRLE RT OUR OFFICE 45 LEHINGTON, NW CRLL 774-8331 Happy Holidays from the staff and Board of Directors I I •The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �ALCOHOL-RELATED TRAFFIC CRASHES COST EVERYONE Alcohol is a factor in about one-half of all fatal traffic crashes and one-fifth of all crashes involving injury. As a result, a large portion of the economic costs of traffic crash injuries is attributed to crashes where alcohol is involved. In 1991 drinking was a factor in over 17,000 fatal crashes and 197,000 injury crashes. For every age between 6 and 33, traffic crashes are the greatest single cause of death, and alcohol is involved in nearly half of these. Another measure of the cost is the loss of a person's years of life. Traffic crash deaths generally involve victims who are much younger than those with diseases like cancer or heart disease, which are much more prevalent among the older part of our population. Each alcohol-related crash death costs our nation an average of 37 years of a person's life. By comparison, an average cancer death costs 16 life years, heart disease costs 12. So the fatal, alcohol-related traffic crashes represent one of the most significant preventable cost to our nation of any health problem. ALCOHOL AND DRIVING -- THE FACTS DON'T LIE • Highway crashes involving drivers (and/or pedestrians) who are impaired by alcohol and/or other drugs are not "accidents," they are preventable. • About 20,000 Americans died in these crashes in 1991, more than one-third of them under the age of 25. • Alcohol-related highway crashes are the leading cause of death for adolescents and young adults in the United States. • In spite of the minimum legal drinking age now set at 21 in all states, 30% of fatally injured drivers under 21 had high concentrations of blood alcohol. • In addition to saving lives and avoiding injuries and property damage, preventing impaired driving reduces the cost of private insurance and health care, frees law inforcement personnel to counter other threats to the community's well-being, and relieves over-burdened court and prison systems. • Parents and communities are now providing more comprehensive education to children and adolescents about the safety and health consequences associated with driving while impaired from alcohol and other drugs and not using safety belts. • Five states have now followed recommen• Teenagers are at high risk for alcoholdations of most experts to lower the Blood related highway crashes. Nearly half of 10th .Alcohol Content for drivers 21 and over. graders and a third of 8th graders reported This recognizes research showing that any riding with a driver who had used alcohol or measureable alcohol increases the crash other drugs before driving. risk for some drivers. Most states consider a blood alcohol concentration of .1 O as legal intoxication. icttoo~NOTToDRrnK&DRNE,--, ~~~~~<:.1'2~~~~~~~: __ J 12•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �BOOKS, continuedfrom Cover For a cleverly illustrated collection of oral history of the Ojibwa traditions, philosophy and culture, there is 'The Mishomis Book," by Edward BentonBenai, taking the reader from the creation to present day lifestyle. ($18.95). A collection of five coloring books accompanies the text ($5.00 each). A beautiful pictoral record of woodland beadwork is back on our shelves. "Beads: Their Use By Upper Great Lakes Indians," (an exhibition produced by the Grand Rapids Public Museum and the Cranbrook Academy of Art/ Museum) covers a range of topics with respect to bead usage, type and pattern descriptions: the role of beads, relative value, symbolism and evolution; beadmaking methods: and caring for Indian materials. ($19.95). "Sleeping Bear: It's Lore, Legends and First People," by George Weeks, spans the time from pre-history to the days of discovery, and includes the legend of "Leelinau -The Lost Daughter." ($9.95). For a look at Native American spirituality there is 'The Sacred Tree" by Judy Bopp, Michael Bopp, Lee Brown and Phil Lane. It presents many of the universal concepts and teachings of native societies throughout North America. Using the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the illustrated text concerns itself with the nature, purposes and possibilities of human existance ($9.95.). And finally, for those interested in tracing tribal growth, "Researching and Writing Tribal Histories," by Duane Kendall Hale, PhD. is an informational guide and research manual on Native American tribes. A 'how-to' guide in researching and writing processes on documenting historic tribal affairs. ($12.95). New SWEATSIIlRTS with our GRITC logo on them sold well at the Veterans' Pow Wow last month, and we have ordered more for Christmas . . These cosy shirts can be ordered in turquoise, jade, ash, red, royal, light blue, aqua, light green or pink, all with black printing. Sizes Small, Medium, Large, X-Large and XX-Large are $12 (plus tax). Sizes 3-X and 4-X can be special ordered for $18 (not all colors available). A special heavyweight sweatshirt is also available at $22 for sizes S, M, L, and X-L, and $25 for size XX-L. Colors are red or ash with black printing. BASEBALL CAPS with the GRITC logo can be ordered in red or black, one size, at $9.00. Order forms are available at the office, or call 77 4-8331 and we'll send you a form. Some sizes and colors will be in stock at our office - come and see. 13•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �ACOA TALKING CIRCLE GRITC COUNSELING SERVICES The Talking Circle is a new group beginning December 7 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the InterTribal Council Center, 45 Lexington NW, Grand Rapids. ACOA stands for Adult Children of Alcoholics and addresses the emotional wounds that happen to all family members when alcoholism is present in any of the family members. The talking circle will be an opportunity for group members to learn about ACOA issues and to share as it feels comfortable to do so. All adults are welcome. There are both Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counseling Services available at the Inter-Tribal Council. Currently there are two full-time staff members providing these services, Kristie Pagel, B.S.W. and Marcia Blacklidge, M.S. Starting in November, Lew Burrows, C.S.W., will be available on a part-time basis in the evenings and on Saturday. CALLING ALL ACTORS And All Theatre Enthusiasts Once again, we're asking for anyone interested in participating in our new Native American theatre project. We plan to deal with substance abuse issues in dramatic but entertaining presentations, and are looking for actors of all ages, as well as those interested in behind the scenes work. The group will practice their acting skills within their own meetings at first, then when more comfortable with performing, will go out into the community. This is an innovative project, and unique in Michigan. Legends from our area will be incorporated into the presentations, and a local author has agreed to adapt his work for our use. We will also be writing our own scripts, and will receive stage direction and character creation assistance from Bill Dunlop. Remember, the casts of Dances With Wolves and The Last of the Mahicans had to start somewhere! Call Kim Sawmick at GRITC for more information: 774-8331. 14•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �ANISHNABE A.A. Thank you very much, all of you who supported our successful potluck dinner on October 27, which was followed by our A.A. meeting. The December potluck will be held on Saturday, December 28 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm, with a meeting following. A speaker will be featured. Everyone is welcome. Regular open A.A. meetings are held Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm in room 2, Lexington School, 45 Lexington Ave., Grand Rapids (774-8331 ). NAJA HIRES NEW DIRECTOR Boulder, CO - The Native American Journalists Association has relocated its administrative offices to 230 Tenth Avenue South, Suite 301 , Minneapolis, MN 55415. The new business phone number is (612) 376-0441. Their new executive director is Gordon Regguinti, a member of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • •• SAVE REGISTER TAPES : : Tun in your cash register tapes from • D & W and Meijer and help support our : Young Eagles programs. Give your tapes to : Chris Shomin at the GRITC office. Thanks : for remembering us! : : • : : •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM HELPS INDIAN TEENS COPE WITH SUICIDE Madison, WI - An innovative curriculum has been developed by researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Stanford to address, in a culturally sensitive way, a sign of rising despair among American Indian teens: suicide. The new curriculum takes an approach to suicide - a taboo topic among some tribes - that's different from most teaching used now in Indian schools. Suicide occurs when people can't cope with stress, anger, shame, depression; and coping is a teachable skill. If students learn to deal with their feelings, to improve their self-esteem and to set goals for themselves, they're less likely to commit suicide. The curriculum covers six areas: information on suicide, suicide-intervention skills, communication skills, coping with oppression, anger and stress management, and personal and community goal-setting. 15•The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council �POW WOW EVENTS AND TIMES 1992 December 31st 1993 January 2nd & 3rd January 15th 4th Annual Traditional Pow Wow Sault Ste. Marie, Ml Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians reservation on Shunk Road. Call (906) 635-6075. Tecumseh Lodge Mid-Winter Powwow Tipton, IN For more information, call Barb Scott (317)773-4233. Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs - Meeting Kalamazoo, Ml For more information, call Betty Kienitz, Interim Exec. Dir. ((517) 373-0654. We wish to thank the following organizations and individuals who contributed toward making the Veterans' Pow Wow a success: Grand Rapids Community College, The Vet Center, Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Amway Corporation, West Central Business Association, John Hutchinson, Rogers Department Store, Chinatown Restaurant, Wolverine Coil Spring, NBD Bank, Coca Cola Bottling Co., Mike's Restaurant of Hudsonville, Meijer Inc., D & W Food Centers, Inc., Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken, Keebler Co., GRITC Board of Directors, Bill Memberto, Tony Martinaitis, Loretta Antoine, Roger Williams, Julie Johnson, Jeff Justin, Casey Church, Laura Powers, Pam VanDyken, Carolyn Ogilvie-Cohen, John Pitz, Marcia Barber, Ron Barz, Gary Denison. Rapids Lexington, NW, Inter-Tribal Grand Rapids, Council Michigan 49504 Non Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No.690 Grand Rapids, Ml 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 Barber, Marcia (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/5029ad929de2d9f5ac6d666008ebdcf8.pdf 1ecc60db8e58df939e246d6ce2e13502 PDF Text Text .::__:_____ N _E _w_s Turtle Talk Manido Gizizons Giizis (Little Spirit Moon) Native American Prevention Services 45 Lexington NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6399 Mishikenh Geegadohawen L E T T E R December 1995 Highlights Veterans Pow Wow... . . . . . .. 1 Floyd ... .................... 1 Tuition Waiver...Game ofPolitics! .................. ..2 The Thanksgivings ........... 3 AIDS rising among young men in learn How to Separate the Myths.from the Facts . Anishinabe Community, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WINTER FESTIVAL COMING!! ............ Red Cliff Wellness Curriculum Training .. "Sad Note in History" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday Cheer. . .. .. ...................... CALENDAR OF EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 6 7 7 8 8 U.S. . ..... . . . ........... 3 December Birthdays .......... 4 JON/TA HIGGINSJI . . .... 5 Veterans Pow Wow ... Turtle Talk Hunter Genia - Editor Lora Church - Co-Editor Charlene Haifield - layout Turtle Ta/k's mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest which may effect and impact our Native American community. Special emphasis will be placed on prevention information. Turtle Talk is published by Native American Prevention Services, in cooperation with the Kent County Health Department Phone 616-458-4078 FAX 616-458-2096 Turtle Talk due dates: Submissions to Turtle Talk must be received in our office by the first of each month for the upcoming month 's issue. (Not all material submitted can be used.) Ifyou have a story or information you would like to share with Turtle Talk, please send it with your name, address and phone number. You will be recognized by name in Turtle Talk ifyour article is used. Brrrrrrr ..... .It was cold outside with slippery roads and snow coming down. Inside it was nice and warm with the scent of sweet grass and sage. You could hear the bells and the drum keeping time with one another, it must have been indoor Pow Wow Time. This one was rather special because we spent the entire day, Saturday, November 11th, to honor Veterans of all color, and of all conflicts and war. Pictured: Frank Bush & George Martin as they bring in the Eagle Staff for the 1995 Veterans Pow Wow. The weather didn't keep the people from coming because the National Guard Armor in Wyoming, MI, was filled with spectators, veterans, drums and dancers. Even though the number of traders was cut in half due to the size of the building, there was plenty of arts and crafts to admire and buy. Hmm, I sure hope you didn't miss by staying home. Floyd .... For those of you who didn't see Floyd Red Crow Westerman, it may of very well been your last, that's if it takes another 20 years to get him back. He last came to Grand Rapids in the mid-to late 70's. On Saturday, November 18th, Floyd Red Crow Westerman addressed a crowd of over 250 people at the Cook-Dewitt Center, located on the campus of Grand Valley State University. The crowd arrived prior to 7:00 p.m, even though his performance started at 7:30 p.m. His presentation kept the crowd's attention to every word he spoke. He carries the message oflndigenous people's issues from around the world. In fact, within the last 20 years he has traveled to Europe 59 times to spread the message of our people. He has also traveled to South America speaking against the destruction of the rain forest. He has had opening performances with musical �• 2 November 1995 groups such as Sting, Bonnie Rait and Don Henley. Many of his songs are based upon his involvement with the American Indian Movement beginning in the early 70's. Many people who attended his evening performance spoke of how he brought another level of understanding to the Indian movement. Turtle Talk casinos and the profit from these enterprises ought to be used towards providing educational scholarships, purchasing land and providing assistance for our elders. In addition, he spoke about the potential dangers of the casinos. He says the casinos turns our communities, especially the young people, away from our culture, language and traditions while the use of alcohol and drugs continues to rise. The bottom line in his presentation, is that we need to find our spirituality and walk on the path that is good so our future generations will not be in danger. I have two requests: one, let's not wait another 20 years to bring Mr. Westerman back to Grand Rapids, and two; keep on singing. Floyd addressing his wisdom to the y oung and old at Lexington School. Earlier that afternoon from 3:00pm - 4:30pm, Floyd spoke and sang to a crowd of 55 people at the Lexington School. The group comprised of youth, parents, and grandparents from all races. He gave an excellent presentation, in that he spoke about issues affecting our Indian communities. He spoke about the need for Indian communities to begin to heal themselves and revitalize their spirituality. He addressed the need for our young people to experience their own cultural and traditional ways which of course, encourages the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. He also spoke about the Hunter Tuition Waiver...Game of Politics! Most of you know that the Tuition Waiver has been funded for the Winter term of the 95-96 school year. What is going to happen after that is yet to be determined because schools aren't sure if they can fund the program without state dollar support. Governor Engler is still standing by his decision not to fund the program next school year. This is happening despite the fact that the Tuition Waiver was signed into law in the early 70's; despite the fact treaties in the 1800's specify the Government will provide education to American Indians; despite the fact when the Mt. Pleasant Industrial School closed, education for the American Indian transferred from Federal responsibility to State responsibility which the State gladly accepted; despite the fact the federal government refused to pitch in federal dollars for over 30 years reinforcing the fact the State has an obligation; despite the fact tribal gaming gives 20 million a year to Governor Engler' s pet fund called "Strategic Planning, and despite the fact the lost of the Tuition Waiver is 3 million." Governor Engler, as well as the Legislature state they want to reform the welfare system and put people to work. The tuition waiver puts our people to work by earning an education. Maybe that's the problem. The State of Michigan was court ordered to come to the table to sign gaming compact agreements with the tribes (which gives the impression the State never liked the idea of casinos in the first place.) Is this the real reason why the Governor doesn't want to fund the Tuition Waiver? I think the State can't accept the fact we' re finally gaining economic stability on reservation areas. People going to work, housing, youth & elder programs, is that all bad? Meanwhile, Gov. Engler has everyone and their uncle believing we're getting rich. When in fact, there are only two tribes who pay per capita checks to their tribal members. This covers about �• J NCMmber 1995 6,000 Michigan Anishinabe people! Uh, what happened to the other 70,000 plus Michigan Indians who don't receive a per capita check? I think you get the picture, its called "Politics!" GIWESININI The Thanksgivings We who are here present thank the Great Spirit that we are here to praise Him. We thank him that He has created men and women, and ordered that these beings shall always be living to multiply the earth. We thank Him for making the earth and giving these beings its products to live on. We thank Him for the water that comes out of the earth and runs for our lands. We thank Him for all the animals on the earth. We thank Him for certain timbers that grow and have fluids coming from them for us all . We thank Him for the branches of the trees that grow shadows for our shelter. We thank Him for the beings that come from the west the thunder and lighting that wat~r the earth. We thank Him for the light which we call our oldest brother the sun that works for our good. ' We thank Him for all the fruits that grow on the trees and vmes. We thank Him for his TurtleT.ak goodness in making the forests, and thank all its trees. We thank Him for the darkness that gives us rest, and for the kind being of the darkness that gives us light, the moon. We thank Him for the bright spots in the skies that give us signs, the stars. We give Him thanks for our supporters, who have charge of our harvests. We give thanks that the voice of the Great Spirit can still be heard through the words of his religion. We thank the Great Spirit that we have the privilege of this pleasant occasion. We give thanks for the persons who can sing the Great Spirit's music, and hope they will be privileged to continue in his faith. We thank the Great Spirit for all the persons who perform the ceremonies on this occasion. AIDS rising among young men in U.S. Associated Press- One of every 92 young American men (those ages 27 to 39) may be battling the AIDS virus, according to the most precise estimates yet of the epidemic's toll. The sobering numbers show minorities are especially hard hit, with one of every 33 young black men estimated to be infected in 1993, according to the report in this week's journal Science. The 1993 data is the latest available. If the trend continues, "the threat of AIDS may become a rite of passage" for young people, said study author Phillip Rosenberg of the National Cancer Institute. "That's a very disturbing future." The government already has warned that AIDS is threatening more and more young adults. In January, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that AIDS in 1993 became the No. 1 killer of people ages 25 to 44. If AIDS was killing that many, how many others were alive with HIV virus, posing the potential for the disease's continued spread? And because HIV typically causes no symptoms for 10 years, just how young were these people when they caught it? Rosenberg's study is the most precise look at HIV prevalence to date, in an attempt to answer those questions. People ages 18 to 25 experienced a rapid rise in HIV infections between 1986 and 1992 ' during the same time when older Americans' risk of HIV infection leveled off, Rosenberg found . Those youthful infections meant people ages 27 to 39 were the most likely to be alive with HIV in January 1993, he reported. He calculated that one of every 139 young white men as living with HIV then, as was one in 33 young black men and one in 60 Hispanics. Women were over four times less continued on pg.4 �• 4 Novem.ber 1995 likely to be infected. One of every 1,667 white women ages 27 to 39 had HIV in January 1993, as did one in 98 black women and one in 222 Hispanics, Rosenberg calculated. The numbers probably have not changed much since 1993, mainly because it takes so long for HIV to kill an individual, said CDC AIDS expert John Ward. "And the numbers aren't a surprise-AIDS death toll indicates fairly accurately how widespread HIV affection is," said Cornelius Baker of the National Association of People with AIDS . "But the new study puts HIV in better terms to make the average American understand its growing threat," Baker said. "I don't think most people really get it, that (Infection) is a potential for them," Baker said. "We have to be clear: Right now .. .ifyou get HIV in your 20s, you will die by around 40 years old." ******** How Do I Find Out If I Am Infected? There are tests to determine if a person has been infected with HIV. When the virus enters the body, your immune system creates antibodies. Tests for HIV measures the presence of antibodies in the blood The test do not tell if a person has AIDS or if they will ever get AIDS. A positive test result means that the person most likely has the virus and will always have the virus. It ...... also means that they are able to infect other people. It means that they may develop AIDS. Should I Be Tested? Testing is an individual decision. The following questions may help you decide ifyou need to take the antibody test: *Have you ever shared injection drugs or "works" or had sexual partner who did? *Have you ever had another disease that is spread by sex, including herpes or syphilis? *Have you had unprotected anal, vaginal, or oral sex with someone who has had other sexual partners? *Did you have a blood transfusion between 1977 and March, 1985? *Have you had anal, vaginal, or oral sex with someone that you suspect has HIV or AIDS? How Can I Protect Myself? *Not having sex and not shooting drugs is sure protection. *Ifyou choose to have anal or vaginal sex, use latex condoms with nonoxynol-9. For added protection, use foams or jellies containing nonoxynol-9. *Use a latex barrier ifyou choose to have oral sex. Remember, the virus is spread through infected blood, semen, and vaginal secretions. A latex barrier ~· . Tur:tle ,Talk between the mouth and these fluids can help prevent infection. *Ifyou use injection drugs, make sure to use a clean needle each time and do not share "works". If you must share, clean the needle and "works" with bleach two times and then with water two times. *Ifyou are a health care worker, or work in a hospital or clinic, you need to know what protective measures are used where you work. Find out ifyou should be using gloves, gowns, or masks in your job. December Birthdays "Muna Di bish ka win" Joseph Raphael Billy Schrubbe Tracy Wesaw Harvey Anderson Jeremyl\1erryweather Deb Pigeon Christina Shomin Lanelle F errere l\1elissa Daniels Robin High Kathleen Floyd Sarah Andrews Dave Russell Joshua Shomin Edmund Pigeon Richard Raphael Robin Rapheal Isabel Campos �11 5 November 1995 Matthew Boyer Carrie Martinez Jenny Ives Christopher Cuellar Comer John Bennett Trisha Genia James Mataxagay Jerry King CONGRATULATIONS JONITA HIGGINS!! She is the Coalition of Indian Programs and Services Logo Contest $100.00 grand prize winner. "Working for the benefit of the Indian community" was the logo contest theme. In her pencil drawing, the rainbow represents the community an~ the eagle represents the Amencan Indian. She writes, "This drawing with the eagle flying through the rainbow represents the Indian working with the community." JoNita is 15 years old and is of the Micmac tribe of New y ork. She and her family reside in Grand Rapids, MI. Turtle Talk Learn How to Separate the Myths from the Facts Misconceptions about alcohol and its effects on safe driving are widespread. Knowing the truth may mean the difference between life and death this holiday season and throughout the year. Myth: "Alcohol is a stimulant." Fact: Alcohol is a depressant. It acts on the central nervous system like an anesthetic to lower or depress the activity of your brain. Myth: "Drinking coffee sobers me up." Fact: Coffee cannot rid your system of alcohol. It just makes you a nervous, wide-awake drunk. Only time reverses impairment. Myth: "All I have to do is splash cold water on my face." Fact: Splash all you like. You can even take a cold shower. It may make you cleaner, but it won't sober you up or make you a safe driver. Myth: Once I roll down the car window, I'm okay." Fact: No amount of fresh, cold air can reverse impairment. You gain nothing by rolling down _a window or turning on the air conditioner. Also, congratulations to Mitch Totten, age 16, Sioux tribe, and of Rockford, MI. He receives $50.00 honorable-mentioned prize. ***** Take a stand against impaired driving this holiday season. Turn your "Lights on for Life" on Friday, December 15th, by driving with your car headlights on all day in a symbolic remembrance of impaired driving victims. Dear Anishinabe Community, Since our Unity affiliation 6 months ago, our youth Council has been involved in many activities. In June, the youth group/council coordinated an outdoor hike which took place at the Pigeon River Forest near Twelve youth Gaylord, MI. participated carrying full backpacks. The hike lasted 2 Yi days in which at least half the group hiked 23 miles in 98 degree weather. Part of the reason for doing this was to test our will, courage and strength as Nat~ve youth. We did well. In the Nat~ve youth Leadership Training which was held in Tustin, Ml, 3 5 MI Native American youth were selected; 4 from our youth group . The training emphasized wellness and mapping out a course for healthy lifestyles. Presenters fro'? Michigan came and shared their .experiences and experti~e with us. We also participated m outd~or challenges and cultural warnor games and activities. Another activity we attended was a Sobriety Pow Wow hosted by Keweenaw Bay Indian Youth Council held in Baraga, MI. Some of our group members, along with the Grand Rapids Singers drum, traveled 8 hours one way to participate and support our brothers and sisters' effort. �.. ,...., • 6 Nowmber 1995 Loonsfoot, John Al Big Joe, Angie Pigeon, Tasha Larue, Leroy Shomin. In the coming months the following projects will be discussed : Environmental, community service and cultural/heritage. If you have ideas you would like to share with us, please join us at our meeting. Pictured is some of the Youth group members with their stand at the Veterans Pow Wow On August 16th, the Youth Leadership Council hosted a Teen Alcohol/Drug Free dance. Forty Native American youth attended. A funny thing, hardly no one danced at all, but yet most stayed until the end! A comment heard from one of our community youth was he felt it was good to have this event and not to be discouraged because very few danced. It seems to him many would of danced if they've been drinking. This is why it was important to have this event, so people can see you don't have to engage in alcohol or other drug use in order to have fun. The youth group also put up a table to sell their arts and crafts at local pow wows. Funds are raised for future activities, as well as to raise money to travel to the National Unity Conference in June. The following are members of the Youth Council: Fawn Loonsfoot, Tim Loonsfoot Jr. , Autumn McDonald, Kristie Shananaquet, Wayne Loonsfoot Jr., Ernest For group meetings please contact the Native American Prevention Services office at (616) 458-4078. ***** Christmas Gifts ... The Vision Seekers (youth group, grades 7th - 12th) have several arts and crafts items for sale. They can be purchased at the Native American Prevention Office. Boozhoo, Urgent Action must be taken!!! To all peoples interested in Native American cultures, history, spirituality, and community support, we need your help and active support. The Grand Valley State University Native American Student Association, formerly the Native American Club, will soon be dissolved and no longer exist. Due to lack of interest and active participation in the Association, as of now, there arre not enough general and executive board members to keep the club recognized by the university. This means no financial funding will be available in the future for events such as Floyd Red · Crow Westerman, Rodney Grant, The Veteran's Pow Wow, etc., if action is not immediatley taken. The Native American Student Association (NASA) is an organization that has genuine interests in the Grand Rapids Native American Community, and provides each of you, because you have taken part in the events we create and sponsor, and this club is not looking out for its own interests, but for your interests as community members. What each of you can do is become actively involved in the Native American Student Association. Each one of you, whether you are: -enrolled on the tuition waiver here at Grand Valley. -attending at GVSU -a GVSU Alumni -a non-native concerned with our indigenous issues -members of community groups can help We need you if you would like our support in the future . We have general meetings every Tuesday at 7 pm located at Grand Valley State University's Allendale Campus, in the Commons Building, down in the lower Common's Food Court. We encourage all to come and participate, whether you can come every meeting, once in a while, or only to one meeting and some of our functions, please let us know. This coming Tuesday, December 5, NASA is holding our executive board elections and everyone of you, regardless if this is your first meeting or not, is invited to run for positions or become active members Gust leave us your name, address, �• 7 November 1995 Turtle Talk and phone number). Please contact me if you have questions or can't make the meetings but are interested. Scott Herron at (616) 892-9222 attending the 2- day curriculum training or has any questions can call our office and ask for Lora Church or Hunter Genia. -Migwetch "Sad Note in History" Red Cliff Wellness Curriculum Training The Red Cliff Wellness Curriculum Training is set! On Monday & Tuesday December 18th & 19th, members of the Native American community, teachers and staff from various schools and area prevention staff from various organizations are invited to attend. The Curriculum which was developed by the First American Prevention Center of Bayfield, Wisconsin, will provide training to an anticipated 45 participants. The Red Cliff Wellness Curriculum is an Alcohol & Drug Education Prevention Curriculum for grades K-12. The Native American Prevention Services has purchased the curriculum and will implement it in the Young Eagles/Vision Seekers group and work with area School officials. Trainees will have the opportunity to co-facilitate the lesson plans in the youth groups and school classrooms. Other trainees who may not be able to serve as co-facilitators serve as advocates for those who work with families and children. Anyone interested in Hi Everybody, This page is all about Lost Bird of Wounded Knee and the contentious topic of the adoption of American Indian children by other cultures. Just in case you didn't know, Lost Bird, or Zinkala Nuni, was a baby girl found underneath her dead mother four days after the Wounded Knee Massacre. There had been a horrible blizzard and that is why it was four days before she was found. She was placed into the arms of a grandmother since all of her family had been murdered. It is believed she was the daughter of Sitting Bull. In what could only be described as an act of espionage, she was taken from the grandmother by General Leonard Colby of the Nebraska National Guard. The only reason why he was interested in her was because he wanted to have a live curio of the massacre. This girl lived a very tragic life ... she was later raped by her adopted cousin and by General Colby. She was never accepted there either because of her brashness and rude behavior. She was forever lost, looking for the connection to something that she could not name or understand. She died at the young age of 29 on Valentines Day. After years of searching Marie Not Help Him and Renee Sansom-Flood located her remains and returned her to Wounded Knee where she is now buried next to Wounded Knee Memorial. This page includes stories about Zintka, Lost Bird, which I will be expanding upon here soon. These excerpts come from Renee's book about Zintka. I've also included information about her son whom we are currently looking for, her lost cap which is about to be returned to the Lakota people, and the story of Wounded Knee told by a woman who surviv~d named Alice Ghost Horse. I will also probably expand on the Wounded Knee information in the future. I've also included information about four court cases which are challenging the Indian Child Welfare Act. Three of these cases are headed to the Supreme Court. I'm hoping to have the Indian Child Welfare Act typed up and on the page by the end of Dec~mber I've also included information regarding Canadian Indian efforts to protect their children. Soon I will have pictures of Zintka on the page for all of you to se~. Please pass this information on to circles, or friends who may be interested in this. Thank you for your time, and I hope that this note finds you well. In Lak' ech Yelir, Marie Fouche (Information from the Internet) �• 8 November 1995 Turtle Talk Holiday Cheer CALENDAR OF EVENTS This year has traveled by so quickly. Just when we fully bundled ourselves last winter, it was time to unpack the boxes of shorts and t-shirts. Summer was here!! Then, as we adjusted to the heat and humidity, it was again time to find our sweaters, gloves and snow boots. Winter arrived (and much too early it seems). As Christmas approaches, many gifts are exchanged, as well as, words of blessings, good health and cheer. Our gift to you, from the Native American Prevention Services staff, is our continual commitment to providing our community with messages of promoting healthy lifestyles while discouraging the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. So.... from our office, we wish you and your family a safe and HAPPY HOLIDAY!! December 18 & 19 Red Clift'Wellness Curriculum Training 8:00 - 4:00pm, Kent Intermediate School District Campus, Grand Rapids, MI. For more info call: (616) 458-4078. December 31 New Years Eve Pow Wow Sault Ste. 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Prevention Services · 45 Lexmgton NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6399 TELE: (616) 458-4078 FAX: (616) 458-2096 DEC 9 1996 L E T T E l8ve::ily Mishikenh Geegadohawen Libra' y December 1996 Highlights Non-Perishable Food Items ................ I Job Announcement.. .......................... I Spaghetti Dinner................................ 1 Native American Selflmage ............. 2 Holiday Baskets ................................ .3 Snow Removal ................................... 3 December Birthdays ......................... .3 Tips For Teaching Children Personal Safety .............................. .3 FAMILYPAGE .............................................................. 4 The Woodpecker ............................................................ 4 The Woodpecker Worksheet. ......................................... 5 Energy Word Search Game ............................................ 5 Messages From Our Elders ............................................ 6 Community Members Give Their Time to Youth ......... 6 Social Security Benefits Changing for 1997 ................. 6 Building Successful Futures .......................................... 7 Spaghetti Benefit Dinner A Success .............................. 7 Veteran's Pow Wow Committee Says Thank You ........ 7 Native American Women's Circle ................................. 8 Par~n~ing Education & Support Group ......................... 8 Amshmaabek Community Event---- New Year's Eve Celebration .......................................................... 8 Answers to Energy Word Search Game ........................ 8 Turtle Talk Hunter Genia - Staff Lora Church - Staff Derek Bailey - Staff Karena Ordway - Staff Turtle Talk 's mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest which may affect and impact our Native American community. Special emphasis will be placed on prevention information. Turtle Talk is published by Native American Prevention Services, in cooperation with the Kent County Health Department Turtle Talk due dates: Submissions to Turtle Talk must be received in our office by the first of each month for the upcoming month's issue. (Not all material submitted can be used.) Ifyou have a story or information you would like to share with Turtle Talk, please send it with your name, address and phone number. You will be recognized by name in Turtle Talk ifyour article is used. Bring those Non-Perishable Food Items In Help us make others happy! If you have non-perishable food items that you would like to donate to the youth groups, they will in turn make holiday baskets for the Elders. At this time of year the weather turns colder, costs more to warm our homes and we could use the money to buy clothes for the kids or grandkids. You have the opportunity to warm the hearts of our community elders. Just bring in the nonperishable food items to the Native American Prevention Services office and our youth will do the rest. If you have any questions just call us at 458-4078. JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Prevention Specialist/Educator For Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, Inc., Grand Rapids-based office. B.A. or B.S. in Education, School/Health Education, Human Services or equivalent related experience. The prevention specialist needs an understanding of prevention theory practices, exhibit a working knowledge and/or exhibit a willingness to learn about Native American culture and community. Skills in planning, developing and delivering community-based substance abuse prevention programs, with public speaking and/or teaching experience. Good organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to work well within a team environment. Send resume with three (3) Letters of Reference to Anita McKerchie, ITC Personnel Coordinator, 405 E. Easterday Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Closing date is December 11, 1996. EEO agency. Inquiries call (906) 635-4208 Char M. Hewitt, ITC Health Services Director or (616) 458-4078 Lora Church, Native American Prevention Services Program Director. SPAGHETTI DINNER There will be a spaghetti dinner on December 19th, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Lexington School. For information contact Ann Bush 363- 6833 or Barb Seifried 792-9650. �• 2 December 1996 Turtle Talk NATIVE AMERICAN SELF IMAGE -Sally Olson Kee, Ojibwa- These are the words of author, teacher, photographer and motivational speaker Howard T. Rainer. Rainer, a Taos Pueblo/Creek Indian who grew up in New Mexico, now serves as Program Administrator of the Native American Educational Outreach Program at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah. Rainer was brought to Grand Rapids on November 7, 1996, by the MultiCultural Department of the Grand Rapids Public Schools, to speak to area Native American youth, their parents and teachers. Rainer met with local Native American youth at New Hope Baptist Church and asked them the question, "Why are you proud to be a Native American?'', which drew a silence from the 36 students present. So he began to tell them why they should be proud. He told them WHO they are, that they come from a mighty family tree connected to a history, connected to the land, connected to people who are connected to their beliefs, such as harmony with mother earth. Rainer then told them WHAT they can do ... change their attitudes and he said, "remember your ancestors knew the land and how to live off it for thousands of years, which makes you descendants of a long line of survivors." He reminded them of their talents, their humor and their strong spirit that comes from their strong Native culture. He said, "you have great minds, use them." He told them that NOW is the time to change and start thinking, "I want to" instead of "I have to", as he explained to them that how we talk is how people perceive us. Rainer told the students to make their presence known in the schools in a positive way. He told them straight out, "you either have a great future or you're doomed." As Rainer spoke, you could see the posture change in the students. Instead of leaning over begrudging being there, they began to sit up straighter and look up into the eyes of this stranger who knew so much about them, this man who was helping them understand who they are. The students left with a new image and a new perspective of who they are, where they come from and what they are capable of accomplishing, and most importantly, they left being proud to be a Native American. Rainer met with the teachers in the afternoon and acquainted them with the thought that Indians are important because America is still trying to deal with them! He told them that Native Americans bring culture, history, customs and language to the classroom and that "most Native American youth hit a wall when they reach high school where their values, their tradition, their culture is challenged." So at this pivotal piont in their lives, most Native Americans appear to be passive, quiet, invisible and at risk. He told the teachers that they have the power to love, validate, inspire, and give hope. When you give hope, you give purpose. He said that teachers "can see all students as having potential and possibilities". As teachers, they have the power to make a student by giving positive strokes and that it didn't take much to give positive strokes to any student. So he reminded them that they have a responsibility to not only learn about the Native Americans in their area, but to present the truth about what they contributed to the greatness of this country. Make them relevant. Indians want fairness. When he met with the parents in the evening, Rainer told them that they too had to become visible. He said, "Indians can no longer remain victims, they need to be seen, heard, and recognized. We have to stop living in the past." Rainer went on to say, "how can we teach our youth to be proud of who they are, if we aren't proud of who we are. We are more than a Pow wow. Be visible!" He warned parents that they need to unite as a community and work together or lose the Indian programs they have and lose their sons and daughters to drugs and alcohol. They need to stand behind the people who are making changes with their young people, work with them and support them before it's to late. �• 3 December 1996 Turtle Talk Rainer explained to all the groups the major issues facing Native Americans today and in the future: states vs. Tribes; land and water rights; and their young people. He reminded the audiences that they cannot change the past, but they can change attitudes and change the future, and they have to start today. As the saying goes, "all experts live at least a 100 miles away!" Sometimes it takes an outsider to come in and create an atmosphere of openness necessary for new insights and growth. Howard Rainer left an awakened spirit in this community examining their own self image. He left Michigan to speak to the Nez Perce Tribe and the Seminole Tribe in Oklahoma. HOLIDAY BASKETS If you know any low income people who would like to apply for a holiday basket, they can apply now. Anyone on assistance would have received this information with their checks. You can remind them. Any food pantry will have applications. The Other Way being the closest to Lexington School. For more information you can call 222-5001. Fran Compo SNOW REMOVAL Gray Wind recently purchased industrial snow removal equipment and is providing free driveway cleaning for Native American Elders and Disabled, whom have no other constant means of assistance in Newaygo, West Montcalm and Kent Counties. Compliments of Greg and Wendy Leon to the community a Hearty Chi Megwitch for a very successful year. Inquiries may call (616) 285-1001 in Grand Rapids, 6521000 in Newaygo or 1-800-2163177 access code 5001380. December Birthdays "Muna Di bish ka win" Harvey Anderson Sarah Andrews Derek Bailey John Bennett Matthew Boyer Isabel Campos Christopher Cuellar Comer Melissa Daniels Lanelle Ferrere Kathleen Floyd Trisha Genia Robin High Jenny Ives Jerry King Carrie Martinez James Mataxagay Jeremy Merryweather Deb Pigeon Edmund Pigeon Alberta Popma Andrea Popma Joseph Raphael Richard Raphael Dave Russell Billy Schrubbe Christina Shomin Joshua Shomin Cherish Skinner Shayna Skinner Tracy Wesaw TIPS FOR TEACHING CHILDREN PERSONAL SAFETY Do not put a child's name in a highly visible place such as the front of a jacket or on a backpack. Someone could see the name and assume a familiarity with the child that could put the child in danger. Teach children how to use body language. Have them practice standing tall and saying "NO" in a loud, strong voice. Help them develop good eye contact. Have a written list of people who the child knows it is O.K. to go with. Share the list with the child's school, day care center and baby sitter. Also, develop a "password" known only to you and the child. If the child is approached by a person, known or unknown, the child should not leave with him or her unless the person knows the "password". EA1U_Y 0\1'\0LER.5 �• 4 December 1996 Turtle Talk FAMILY PAGE THE WOODPECKER In the days of long ago, Wenabozho often walked over all of North America. He listened to the troubles of the people and liked to help them whenever he could. One day he went to a wigwam where an old woman lived. Now because Wenabozho had unusual power, he could change himself so that he looked like a very old man. He had long, white hair. He was weak and old. Of course the old woman did not know him. "I am very hungry. I have fasted for many days," said Wenabozho to the old woman. "Will you give me some food? I cannot stand any longer; I must sit down," he seated himself by the fire. The old woman got corn that had been pounded into meal. She made a tiny case and put it on the fire. "You can have the cake if you will wait until it bakes," she replied. The old man said, "I will gladly wait for I am very hungry." In a few minutes, the cake was baked. When the old woman saw it she was very surprised. "I thought it would be a little one," she said to herself. "I will not give him such a big cake." She put the cake away. Then she turned to the old man and said, "I will have to bake another cake. You may have it if you care to wait until it is baked." "I will wait," said Wenabozho again. The old woman took a still smaller portion of meal and stirred up another cake. When that cake was baked, it was even bigger than the first one. "It is so large that I shall keep it for the Ceremonial Feast," the old woman thought to herself. "I will not give you this cake, but if you will wait, I will bake you another one." "I will wait," replied Wenabozho. Then the old woman took a still smaller portion of meal. In fact, the amount scarcely covered the palm of her hand. When she took this cake from the fire, it was the largest one that she had baked. The old woman did not know that Wenabozho's magic had made each cake larger then the others. She couldn't understand why the last cake should be so very large. "I shall not give away the largest cake I have ever baked," she said to herself. Then she said to her guest, "I have no food for you. Go find it in the forest. You can find it in the bark of the trees." Wenabozho was angry when he heard the old woman's words. Rising to his feet, he said with great earnestness, "An old woman should be good and kind, but you are cruel, selfish and greedy. From now on you must go out into the forest and hunt for food in the bark of the trees." Then Wenabozho stamped his foot and snapped his fingers. The old woman grew smaller and smaller. Finally she looked like a little bird. Her dress was changed into glossy black feathers. Her apron became white feathers that covered the underpart of her body. Wenabozho gave her a hat of red feathers for her head and neck. Soon black wings sprouted on each side of her body. Then with a flutter of her wings, she arose from the earth and flew away into the woods. Ever since, she has lived in the forest. All day long, she must run up and down the trunks of the trees in search of food. Because of her stip, spiny tail feathers, she can climb or rest on the trunk. With her chisel-like beak, she pecks and drills into the hard bark for insects. If you listen, you can still hear the selfish old woman. Tap, tap, tap. Today we call her the red-headed woodpecker. �• 5 December 1996 Turtle Talk WOODPECKER WORKSHEET 1. Why did the woman not give the com cakes to Wenabozho? 2. What happened to the woman when she told Wenabozho to go into the forest to find food? 3. What can we learn about sharing from this story? ************************************************************************************** ENERGY WORD SEARCH GAME By RECYCLING steel for one year, enough energy is saved to light the entire city of Los Angeles for 8 years. Almost 50% of the total energy consumed in the U.S. goes into MANUFACTURING ordinary household products and personal items. The annual ENERGY bill for the "average" COMMERCIAL building is $15,000. The U.S. imports 12% of their NATURAL gas from Canada. The Northeast and Pacific Coast regions import more than one-third of their natural gas from Canada. There are approximately 1,000 WOOD POWERED plants currently operating in the U.S. A third of these plants offer ELECTRICITY for sale. RENEWABLE energy sources account for more than 10% of total U.S. electricity CONSUMPTION. F R E c y c L I N G y p N L F L u 0 R E N I N E L E I T w z L 0 0 I E T D p z 0 s c c T w E N R I T c 0 s I E R E D A B T u y G R B G N N p u u T H s R R A s c z R A E p B R M E c p y 0 M M E R c I A L N 0 I D E 0 A 0 T u E u s N p E z I N F u c 0 w F L A H I s s A N R N L D F B 0 c G A E R E N E y 0 R E I 0 A T 0 c 0 u w R N F 0 v L F y A B L E T c N T L T c R B H M p N z N A R E T w 0 s TRANSPORTATION accounts for 65% of U.S. OIL consumption. 64% of U.S. coal is produced by surface MINING, virtually all in the western states. Households can REDUCE their total use of electricity for lighting by one-third if they switch from standard bulbs to FLUORESCENTS for lights used more than four hours each day. U.S. Department of Energy (Answers on p. 8) �• 6 December 1996 Turtle Talk office. All proceeds help support the Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council and the 4th - 6th grade Young Eagles. MESSAGES FROM OUR ELDERS ~~ 11 If a family member or friend becomes dependent on Alcohol or Other Drugs Remember: ~~~~~~;;:~r~:~~;er !I 1997 II Taken from Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service EXCHANGE Fall Issue I · @You Can Learn to Cope And Seek Help For Yourself SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS CHANGING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN IN Community Members Give Their Time To Youth Group! Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council of Grand Rapids (Vision Seekers) wishes to express it's thanks to community members: Jackie Chivis Pratt, Renee Wasson Dillard, James McCann for helping to make the youth veterans powwow booth a success. Jackie and Renee spent at least four meetings with our youth council to work on building the youths awareness of working with their hands by completing projects. These projects included: beaded earrings, dreamcatchers, tobacco pouches and all were displayed at the Veterans Pow Wow. Jamie McCann was very instrumental in the design, which were on last years t-shirts, and putting them on sweatshirts this year. We still have these items for sale and all would make a nice gift for someone this holiday season. They can be seen at the Native American Prevention Services Q. Could you tell me if there have been any recent changes in Social Security laws? A. Yes, there have been changes to Title I (Social Security Disability Insurance/SSDI) and Title II (Supplemental Security Income/ SSI). People who receive SSDI and SSI benefits because of Drug Addiction or Alcoholism (DAA) will no longer be eligible. The first change came earlier this year with the enactment of the contract with America Advancement Act. This law affects individuals who receive SSDI and SSI benefits because of DAA. The second change came just recently when the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 was enacted. Q. What are the effects of the Contract with America Advancement Act? A. This law eliminates drug addiction and alcoholism as a basis for disability in both SSDI and SSI disability programs. If drug addiction or alcoholism is a "contributing factor material to their disability," then the inidivual will no longer be eligible for social security benefits. This law, also known as the welfare reform bill, will drmatically reduce children's eligibility for SSL Q. When will these benefits stop and may an individual appeal their ineligibility? A. These benefits will terminate as of January 1, 1997. Individuals identified as disabled by the Social Security Administration (SSA), as defined in DAA, should have received a notice of termination in June 1996. They may appeal the termination if they believe they have a disability, even if they stopped using drugs and/or alcohol; or if they believe SSA's identification of them as a drug addict or alcoholic is incorrect. Q. If an individual did not file an appeal, when would their benefits terminate? A. Again, any individual who received a notice of termination will continue to receive benefits until January 1, 1997, even if they did not appeal the notice. Q. How does SSA determine the materiality of drug addiction and alcoholism to an individual's disability? . A. The materiality determination is a three-step process: l) whether the individual is disabled; 2) if disabled, whether there is medical evidence of DAA that is credible and establishes the existence of a substance use disorder; and 3) if disabled and has medical evidence ofDAA, then whether the individual would be disabled if he or she stopped using durgs or alcohol. Q. Approximately how many individuals were affected by this change? A. It has been estimated that SSA sent termination notices to approximately 150,000 SSI and 50,000 SSDI beneficiaries. Q. What are the effects of the new welfare reform law? A. This law affects children with disabilities currently receiving �• 7 December 1996 Turtle Talk SSL Under the new law, these children will have to meet a much narrower definition of childhood disability. Basically, this law imposes on children a set of conditions, called medical listings. It eliminates the use of individual assessments and it eliminates reference to maladaptive behavior when evaluating for amental impairment. Q. What is the new definition for childhood disabilty? A. The new definition requires a child to have a "medically determinable physical or mental impairment which results in marked and severe funtional limitations" of substantial duration. Again, this change forces SSA to rely on a medical listing when determining the severity of a child's disability as opposed to an individual functional assessment. This creates the possibilty for children with a combination of impairments to have more difficulty in qualifying for SSI if no single impairment matches one of the medical listings. Q. Approximately, how many children in Michigan are expected to be affected by these changes? A. These changes are expected to have major consequences for children with serious mental, emotinal, and behavioral disorders. According to the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, Michigan currently has approximately 40,000 children receiving SSI benefits. The Center estimates that 15,000 children will be assessed under the new definition. Building Succs.ssFu/ Fulur•s A beaulifully diverse studenl population needs a d;verse workforce lo reinforce the value of diversity. The Grand Rapids Public Schools is r•cruiting for diversity. You can help us recru it TEACHERS who can "connect" with our urban, diverse sludent population : • • encourage young peopl~ to enter the employment field o~ "''!o. C4•;un. refer certified te.11.:hers and educators you know to apply and st.nd ii resume to the Teacher Recruitment Office, Human Re!'ources, Grand P. ;:i~,iUs Public Schools, P.O. 80)( 117, Gr;ir.~ f:.;pids Ml 49501-0117. Professional app!:cz.1:· ·H ;:ind reference forms may be ohtai.·t."~ al our adminislrative offices located at 1331 Franklin S.E., third floor. "It tabs a it·ho~ rillngr to dii'rrsify /lit 1<'Qrkforcr." ---- ............ ·-~~ .. Spaghetti Benefit Dinner A Success Grand River Singers Veterans Pow Wow Committee Says Thank You! The veterans powwow committee would like to express it's appreciation to all the people who made this years gathering a success. The volunteers, singers, dancers, veterans, vendors and community all were a part of making this happen. A ChiMigwech to the Veterans Pow Wow Committee for their countless hours of work and dedication for seeing this through. Aho, Many enjoy their meal at the benefit. The Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council of Grand Rapids and the Young Eagles (4th - 6th grade) chose for their community service project to sponsor a Spaghetti Benefit Dinner to help with the Veterans Pow Wow. The youth wanted to express their appreciation to the Veterans and in doing so raised over $400.00 dollars for the Veterans Pow Wow gathering which was hosted in the Welsh Auditorium. The youth would like to say thank you to the community for coming out and supporting their project and for supporting the veterans. Roger Williams Veterans Pow Wow Committee Member �• 8 December 1996 Turtle Talk Anishinaabek Community Event Native American Women's Circle A support group open to any Anishinabequay. You are welcome to bring your arts/crafts to work on. DAY: Every Other Tuesday TIME: 5:30 pm LOCATION: Grand River Band's Office (458-8759) 307 Michigan NE FACILITATOR: Charlotte Campbell Project Rehab Phone: 458-8521 (Please call for exact dates of meetings and if you have any questions.) Rew Year's Eve eelebration The Celebration for Native American Families The Celebration begins at 8:00 p.m. and goes until 1:00 a.m.! Also, our "own " Grand Ri11cr Singers will help bring in tile New Year with the dnrm. PARENTING EDUCATION &SUPPORT GROUP For more info mwtion on location anrl activities, please call (6 16) .JSB-1641 or 458-4078! This group will provide parents with support and enable them to understand the patterns and problems of parenting, nonnal developmental issues, and issues specific to Native American families. 100% Pi.lcohol and Drug-free 'f\7ening Day: Tuesday - Beginning on January 14, 1997 or 6 weeks Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Location: United Methodist Church 441 Knapp NE, Grand Rapids Sponsored by the Kent County Coalition of Indian Programs and Services. Plan on attending and watch for more news ... lm Please contact the Indian Family Resources office to sign up for this group on or before January 6 at (616)458-1641. Child care will be provided. Grand Rapids Public Schools Lexington School 45 Lexington NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 ·\ 0 T "'F L A u H E I w L R 0 L 'v F y T A Y.1 U . 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Native American Prevention Services Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Genia, Hunter (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/1b1c2543fe829c2d1338175d7fd1cbf5.pdf f00cdc95427ac738be7eb372da8d7f3c PDF Text Text N E w s Grand Valley State Turtle Talk Native American Prevention Services 615 Turner St. N.W., Lower Level Grand Rapids, MI 49504-6399 TELE: (616) 458-4078 FAX: (616) 458-2096 IJfC 18 1997 University Library Mnidoo Giisoonhs (Little Spirit Moon) Mishikenh Geegadohawen L E T T E R December 1997 JIiglf Uglf ts How American Indian children should be educated . ....... VOICES .................... Childrens Christmas Party ..... f'eterans Pow Wow Commillee Says Migwech! ........... Identity of Vetera n Portraits .... "Full Circle" ................ Circle ofLife ... . . ..... . ..... Title ff Native American Education I 2 2 2 3 3 3 Steps To Positive Parenting . .... .. ........ . .. 4 Working with Difficult People .............. . .. 5 5 A1embers of Youth Council Take Part in Communication Training! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 My Brother . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Glimpse of The Future . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Learning Through Listening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 "Muna di bish ka win" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 "Nishnabe" AA Meeting ... . . .. . . . . ......... 10 ................................... . . ll fouth WINTER CAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ........................ 4 Native American Parents Needed ........................ 4 Turtk Talk Contnbutors: Hunter Genia Renee Dillard Jennifer Jones Turtle Talk 's mission is lo provide its readership with reports of local and national interest which may a.!Jec/ and impact our Na tive American community. Special emphasis will be placed on prevention iriformalion. Turtle Talk is published by Native American Prevention Services, in cooperation with the Kent County Health Department Turtle Talk due dates: Submissions to Turtle Talk must be received in our office by the first of each month for the upcoming month 's issue. (Not all material submitted can be used.) Ifyou have a story or information you would like to share with Turtle Talk, please send it with your name, address and phone number. You will be recognized by name in Turtle Talk ifyour article is used. Opinion by Dr. Dean Chavers How American Indian children should be educated Back in April of 1997 I wrote in this space about how Special Education had become the growth industry of Indian Education. It is the wrong growth industry, in my opm1on. According to former Education Secretary Lauro Cavazos, some 46 percent of American Indian students nationally are enrolled m Special Education. This is the highest percentage for any ethnic group. It means that half of our American Indian children are being labeled by the schools as incompetent. This marks them for life. Their school records will follow them until they are 50 years old. Their chances are being very limited. That column prompted a lady named Sylvia Lambert to write to me. She had concerns about two things. One, American Indian children are being forced into English only instruction as soon as they enter school. She contends that American Indian students should be taught in their native language for the first five to seven years. She supports this contention with a chapter from the book "Multicultural Education" by Christine Bennett, which states that Cummins says "thinking skills developed in the first language will transfer to the second language. However, if the transfer from the first to second language occur prematurely, prior to the five to seven years typically required to reach the 'threshold level,' the child is 'likely to be cognitively retarded in both languages."' That struck a chord with me. In seven years of doing education evaluations, I found instance after instance of teachers and aides who said American Indian students were poor in both languages. They are being forced not to use their native language from their first day in school. They are supposed to learn English and forget their first language. But because the new English language is forced on them so early, they never really learn it well, either. In another chapter in another book which Ms. Lambert sent me a copy of, Dr. Jon Reyhner is quoted as saying "Children who are fluent in one language have no difficulty learning a second or third language, but children who do not (continued on pg. 2) �• 2 December 1997 Native American Prevention Services Staff Lora Church Program Director Hunter Genia Prevention Specialist/Educator Renee Dillard Prevention Specialist/Educator Jennifer Jones Prevention Specialist/Educator Wanda Blanco Office Services Coordinator Th e goal of Native American Prevention Services is to deliver services and information that encourage healthy lifestyles while discouraging the use of alcohol and other drugs. Our program strives to ensure the information and services provided are culturally relevant and age-appropriate. We Provide: Information-relevant to the Native American lifestyle. Assistance and referrals-can be provided to community members as well as professionals about issues related to A.T.O.D. Native American Youth Groups-are divided according to grade level and meet once a week throughout the year. Consultations and Presentations- an be provided to schools, organizations, community groups, including parents, on substance abuse prevention and/or culturally related topics. Special Programs and Activities- are Iprovided to vouth, parents and elders. model, which calls for five to seven years of instruction in the native language, then a transition to English in middle school. Instead, they get caught in the "submersion model," in which they either sink or swim. All instruction is in English only. Most American Indian students sink; way too few of them learn how to swim. About the only places I know where transitional bilingual education is taking place is at Rock Point, Ariz., and at the Akwesasne Freedom School in N .Y. Both of these schools teach in the native language only for six or eight years. All other American Indian bilingual programs I have seen or worked with start teaching English inn preschool or kindergarten. I doubt they are doing the right thing for students. According to Cummins and Dr. Reyhner, they are actually doing harm to students---handicapping them with a language defiency unnecessarily. 1&2 basically state that American Indian children should be taught in their appropriate first language for the first 5 to 7 years. Do you think Anishinabe youth in this area should be taught their first language in the schools? Do you think the public schools have a responsibility to help in this effort? Sharron Detz- "It is my opinion that if a total immersion school is offered to teach the Spanish language than why isn't our language offered to our own children. Our language is an ahnost forgotten tongue because we were punished severely for using it and therefore it is a lost "lost language" to many of our people. If for example, GRPS system will honor their mission statement, then they should allow for a total immersion school for Native Americans!" VOICES become fluent in a language before entering school are usually handicapped throughout their lives." These are the clearest statements I have seen yet for the "transitional model" of bilingual education. American Indian students rarely get taught in this Voices is about allowing the community to respond to recent happenings, issues, or topics that effect or could have an effect on the Anishinabe community. The Question: The article on pg. Jeanette St. Claire- "It would be good if the Indian children could be taught the language. If we have the resources the schools definitely have a responsibility to �• 3 December 1997 provide such a program to meet this particular need of our children." Trisha Trashky- "I feel every Anishinabe youth should have the opportunity to learn the Anishinabe language. But the teachers do not have the ability to even teach our culture other then at Thanksgiving time. How can they possibly teach the Anishinabe language. I also think the teachers can't be responsible to teach the Anishinabe language to our children. Learning the Anishinabe language can be a long process in order to be able to teach it correctly. If there were teachers willing to learn how to teach it then maybe we can have our youth learn it early enough to be good with it." Alcohol Kl/ls1 Choose a Better Path . · -·· ':: • :, . ' - Know !hf ~onsequences ot ·: alcohol and drug abuse Veterans Pow Wow Committee Says Migwech! Confirming Identity of Veteran Portraits The Veterans Pow Wow Committee wishes to acknowledge the Grand Rapids Anishinabek community for helping celebrate the Veterans both past and present who have earned a full measure of our respect. The continuining success to bring people together for this purpose is attributed to the valued old ways of the Anishinabe people. We honor our veterans in dance and song and have recently invited all veterans of all races and cultures to participate by inviting them to join our veterans in the circle. Originally this celebration and feast was initiated by the women of our people but today many hands are a part of the task of Pow Wow jobs and their help: Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids Public Schools and Ottawa Hills High School and their multi-cultural programs especially Kathy Large, Syd Bailey, and Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Boyd; and the many others who's effort was needed and valued, the women who provided the feast and the dancers and drums that participated traditionally. We would like to highlight the young people of Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council and Young Eagles and their contributions both to the Pow-Wow and to the community in general as they pursue a road of health and service to the community. Migwech! The Public Museum of Grand Rapids is looking for someone who can confirm the identitv of two Veterans from their photograph portraits. The Veterans are believed to be Joseph Medacco Jr. and Chuck Sherman. One of these two Veterans is believed to have served in World War II, and the other around 1989. If you would recognized either of them, and if you'd be willing to take a look at these photos and confirm the identity of either one of these men, please contact Erik Alexander at 456-3526. Kchi Migwech! Kokoosh - Roger Williams "Full Circle" Grand Rapids Public Schools is providing tutoring services for Sibley Elementary school. If you have a Native American child attending Sibley, they can attend " Full Circle". The tutoring session has been going great. We service 2nd grade thru 6th, the tutors and students seem to have a good time. They enjoy each other' s company and look forward to each session. The program has 8 tutors for this first eight week session. People from the community are welcome to come and visit on Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m .. During these two hours the tutors provide circle time, snack, tutoring, language, and activities. In the next issue of Turtle Talk there will be another update on the program and there will also be a picture of our tutors. Betty Davis - Coordinator Of Native American Action Plan. �• 4 December 1997 Circle of Life Breast Cancer Awareness and Education for Native American Women by Lora Church County Health Department Women's Network Services ' Cherry Street Health Services Westside Health Clinic, and YWCA - ENCOREplus. The American Cancer Society with the assistance of Native physicians and other Native health care professionals designed, wrote and evaluated the Circle of Life program. It highlights the importance of regular breast selfexamination and clinical breast mammography for the early detection of breast cancer. On behalf of the sponsoring organizations, I would like to share our gratitude to our Native health educators, Betty McBride, Amy Genia, and Wilma Kelly and to our sisters whom are the survivors of cancer, Jackie Pratt and Sally Olsen-Kee. Your kind participation is greatly appreciated! ! On Saturday, October 18, 1997, about 40 Native American women attended the Circle of Life Breast Cancer Awareness and Education program at Westside Complex. The 2 1/2 hour program included a presentation by Susan Radeky, MD; Native health educators explaining how to do selfexaminations; personal stories shared by two of our local Native women whom are survivors of breast cancer; and then closed with a give-away. Overall, I believe we achieved our goal of sharing information and education about the importance of caring for ourselves as Native women in a way that is respectful and that strengthens the true dignity of our womanhood . Child care services were provided by the Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council with activities planned with the assistance from the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. The event was sponsored by the following organizations: Indian Family Resources, Native American Prevention Services ' North American Indian Center ' American Cancer Society, Kent If you would like further information about breast cancer and/or locations of screening sites, please call our office at 458-1641. We will certainly work with you to find useful and meaningful information/services. Title IX Native American Education Parent Committee Meetings The Native American Parent Committee meets on the second Tuesday of every month. The next meeting will be on January 13, 1998 at West Middle School, 615 Turner NW, Rm. #241, at 6:30 p.m. If you are a parent of a Native American student, you are invited to participate. Native American Parents Needed Parents, the Native American Education - Title IX Program needs interested parents to become part of the Parent Committee. Title IX is set up to assist in educational support and cultural reinforcement of Native American students in Kent County. Title IX's efforts are to involve all Native American students and parents in Native American activities and programs; inform parents of community events; parent training programs; and when feasible, allow students to participate in tutorial programs. Any questions call 771-3318. The Parent Committee �• 5 December 1997 Steps To Positive Parenting 1. Show love and affection. 2. When necessary, take time to cool down. 3. Compliment your child 4. Set basic rules and limits. 5. Teach values. 6. Introduce your child to books. 7. Listen and talk to your child 8. Be the kind ofperson you want you child to be. 9. Offer guidance. Yearning to Learn Learning does not begin in school, it begins at birth. Studies show that children who are talked to and read to grow up to be readers. Talk to your baby sing; sing or recite nursery rhymes. Help your child to copy the sounds you make. Read early and read often. Children as young as six months can get pleasure from looking at picture books. Choose sturdy board books with bright colors, interesting graphics, and realistic pictures of familiar objects. Read with gusto, provide appropriate sound effects and movements. Don't be discouraged by your child's requests to hear the same book over and over. Your child learns much through repetition. When you are tired of it, try going through the book just talking about the pictures, instead of reading text. Take time in your busy day for reading, and let your child see you read. Let reading be a source of both information and pleasure, a useful skill and a shared joy. Working with Difficult People by Dot Yan die Whiners, prima donas, incompetents, ill-mannered boors! Keep your cool and learn to make problem personalities productive! We know them well, don't we? They come to work late, do sloppy work, spend too much time at the coffee machine or perching on the edge of a busy person's desk, take leisurely lunch breaks, then leave early to handle personal business. Or they come across as self satisfied, condencending jerks who think the world revolves around them, their careers, their accounts, their schedules, their immediate needs---and assume your time can't possibly be as valuable as theirs. Or they believe everyone has it in for them, the boss doesn't like them, and they get all the raw deals in life. They feel overworked, underpaid and unappreciated. They're always right--but always wronged. Or they have the_manners and social skills of cavedwellers ' chewing lunch or gum on the phone right into a customers ear, making obscene remarks or telling off-color stories to co-workers ' being generally offensive and somehow totally insensitive to the effect they have on other people. We could go on, but you get the drift. They are all the associates that--bad as you might feel about it--you try to avoid when you walk down the hall and inwardly cringe to see coming through your office door. You hope you won't end up on the same work team with them ' and--ifyou don't already supervise them--you pray you never will. Chances are, though, that you are already closely involved with one or more problem personalities in your workplace now. How you choose to work with them may have an impact not only on them by on your own future with the organization. What are your choices? Basically, you have three choices when you consider working with ornery personalities: 1. Bury your head in the sand, grit your teeth and try to work around them. 2. Confront each issue forthrightly and do your best to turn your problem personalities into productive members of the team. If the problem personality belongs to a boss or supervisor, option one may be your only choice; if you are not a manager yourself, with �• 6 December 1997 transfer and firing responsibilities, option two may not be viable. If you choose the third option and demonstrate your ability to handle the problems difficult employees create, while simultaneously making them more productive people, you will doubtless enhance your standing with your fellow workers as well as boost your career potential. Don't look the other way You' ve probably already discovered that sometimes you can adroitly work around the inconveniences difficult people cause, but that approach is temporary. In almost every case, it' s better to confront the problem than avoid it, allowing it to eat away at nerves, stress other productive staff members, annoy clients and customers, and generally cause you to dread the time you spend in your own workplace. The harrowing experience of dealing with difficult people-the ones who cause regular discord and aggravation day after day--can make good and valuable people resign from jobs they (otherwise) like and do well. That's a loss for the organization that many managers recognize. In a recent survey of CEO' s by he Robert Half International recruiting firm, eight percent named personality conflicts as the most common reason employees leave an organization. So confronting the problem, not ignoring it, is the step a person needs to take. Managing problems Once you face the matter, you can outline your strategy for managing it. You will often tell yourself that the best to have managed your problem personality would have been to avoid hiring him/her. There is truth in that. Of course, problems can be inherited, and they can develop after the hire is made. But careful screening and checking of earlier performance with former bosses before you hire can weed out a host of future headaches. Nipping aberrant behavior in the bud is another way to save a manager long term grief. The new employee who fails to meet deadlines, causes conflict or undermines morale with his/her negativity will benefit from early intervention. A quiet conversation may be all it takes. But personality problems are not created equal. While a talk and some time-management advice may work with a procrastinator who sandbags everyone else's schedule, tackling the lifelong habits of a whiner or a boor can become a challenge for the most gifted of managers. To change deep-seated behavior, a step-by-step strategy is in order (see exercise). And custom tailoring your strategy-recognizing that each person highly individual reasons for his/her behavior--is critical to success. In many cases, your ultimate handling of a situation will have to be balanced by concern for the person involved, your other employees, and the good of the organization. When the problem employee is also one of your most productive people, maybe a superego and super-salesman combined, your skill as a manager is put to the test. You can't allow a "legend in his own mind" to indulge in temper tantrums with secretaries and warehouse workers while simultaneously infuriating other colleagues with his overblown self-esteem. Yet keeping him in the organization may be important to the bottom line. Keep in mind that a big ego can bamboozle others into thinking he's something he really isn't. Before you spend time and energy on urging him to modify his behavior, look at his record carefully. He might not be worth the trouble he causes. In a recent exploration of what he calls prima donna behavior in the workplace (Fire me, I Dare You!, Inc. Magazine, 3/97), Peter Carbonara writes that some experts believe if you have too many prima donnas, you might need to take a look at your own workplace environment. "Swelled heads often come to the surface in a business that's making a transition from being a scrappy start-up to a more settled managerial culture,'' he wrote. But the smart boss treats the prima donna just like anyone else and expects him to follow the same rules. Says one consultant, "The �• 7 December 1997 cemetery is full of indispensable people, and once you start thinking that way about someone, you create all kinds of morale problems" and potential legal ones as well. That advice probably applies to most problem personalities. If the drain on a manager's time and energy is not justified by an employee's performance outside the problem area, it might be a favor to both parties to part sooner rather than later. 5 Members of Youth Council Take Part in Communication Training! The weekend ofNovember 21 thru 23, 1997, the Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council attended the United National Indian Tribal Youth in Communications training Madison, Wisconsin. The youth council members that attended were Heather Green, Tim Loonsfoot, Kristy Dayson, Amanda Pigeon, and Rebecca Williams. Hunter Genia, advisor for the youth council, was our chaperone, and we traveled and attended with members of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Youth Council. We went for communications training. First off on Friday we got to know the other councils who were attending the conference. We then learned how to communicate with Elders and other tribal officials. The former legislator Tracy Thundercloud from the Menominee Nation,gave us some communication tips on addressing councils and boards. On Saturday we learned how to present our youth councils to different kinds of people, then we worked on our new brochures. Sheila Reeves who is the journalism professor from University of Wisconsin-Madison, helped us design and write our brochure. Following this session we took a lunch break and went out t o a Mexican restaurant. We had a lot of fun besides leaving Hunter's burrito behind which forced him to eat burger and fries from Burger King that we had to pick-up on the way back. After lunch we had a session of media relations where we learned some interesting ways to get our information about our special events to the media. We learned how to work with the media and promote our youth councils. We also learned how to get a television station to cover our youth council events. The speaker was Patty Loew, who is Ojibway from Bad River, Wisconsin and is a broadcast journalist who has been in television over twenty years. Andy Hall from the Wisconsin State Journal gave us tips on newspapers and working with people from the press. He also interviewed a representative from each youth council. And finally on Saturday night we practiced working on our upcoming event "Junior Unity". We saw Santa Claus and got to sit on his lap when we visited the mall, however it· cost twenty-two dollars to have your picture taken with him, so we said forget it. On Sunday we learned when and how to release our press letter. Then we ended our weekend at Unity with the exchanges of addresses and telephone numbers. The other Anishinabek Youth Council members and I had a wonderful time. As part of our commitment to learning more about communications and how it impacts our youth council, the five that participated will be returning in the spring for part two of the training. respectfully submitted, Rebecca Williams My Brother November 10th is the day my brother will not forget . You see six years ago on that date he decided he had taken his last drink of alcohol. His life was a mess, his daughter was confused and his wife couldn't take it anymore. The one person who couldn't take it anymore was my brother. He hated what he had become, he had become an alcoholic. My brother took his first drink when he was nine years old and continued to drink until he was in his late twenties. My brother is a recovering alcoholic, and I'm not asham~d to say it, because you see when he drank I didn't like him very much. �• 8 December 1997 Now that he is in recovery and is a · still treasure everything he has to offer me. And to tell him "I'm so much better person to be around I love him dearly and I'm proud of very proud of you each and the choice he has made in his life. everyday, but most of all on Love your November 10th." Everytime I visit our reservation, I sister, Betty!! hear his name in good conversation. He is becoming one of the strong leaders in our community. Not only Glimpse of The do the elders respect him, but Future... (Take a journey as what's amazing is the youth respect him. He draws them near with his we look at Anishinabe youth who are taking life by the horns and music, his laughter, and most of all with his sincerity. making something of it.) He is the most beautiful person I've ever had the opportunity to spend time with. He !s quite a jokester, and he makes me laugh when I'm feeling down. You are probably wondering why am I writing this in Turtle Talk? Well it's because I know we have people in the community who have chosen not to drink, and I'm proud of your choice. I also would like to commend you all for your strength. I know just by watching my brother that this decision is a hard one, he has to live from day to day praying that he'll never drink again. His faith is great and I look to him for guidance because with everything he had gone through he is still living and is still smiling. My brother is younger that I, but I look to him for his words, I know that I can trust what he says because he has lived a much tougher life than I. I'm also wntmg in Turtle Talk because I would like my brother to see that even if we are miles apart, I Interview with Zeke Fletcher Q: What honors and achievements have you attained as a golfer? " I received first team all-state, allconference, all-area, and all-county honors. I placed 2nd at the class ''B" state finals in October. Q: Can you give the readers an idea of what it takes for someone to reach the level that you have? "An example would be the Eagle award that my golf coach put out for the hardest working team member. The criteria was 500 holes of golf and 4 tournaments. I played 1540 holes and played in 16 tournaments this summer. I would spend at least 2 to 3 hours a day working on my game." Q: What goals or future plans are you considering? "I plan to major in political science or maybe go into a pre-law program. I have some aspirations to become a public official." Q: Is there golf plans after high school in the works? Have you received letters or calls from Colleges or Universities interested in you? " I will definitely be playing golf in college. I'm not sure where. Some possibilities are Grand Valley, Spring Arbor, Liberty, and UNC-Charlotte." Q: Do you feel you've reached your potential as a golfer? If not what do you feel you need to improve on in order to reach that potential? "I have a long way to go to reach my potential, I have so many dreams that I don't think I'll reach them till I'm on the PGA tour. Reaching the PGA tour will be the most difficult of all. Those guys spend 7 hours a day and hit 1000 balls everyday." Q: Does your mom, dad, or other family members ever give you advice that has been helpful? "My parents have supported me through all my golf career. My parents are the main support and funding I have to play golf If I hadn't had the parents I have, I would not be where I am today. My mother really helped me calm down on the course if something would go wrong and both parents would tell me after a bad day of golf that there �• 9 December 1997 is always tomorrow." Q: What do you feel are your attributes that allows you to be good? "I'm a hard worker and I don't give up no matter how bad I'm doing." Q: What was the greatest highlight for you as a golfer? "It would be taking 2nd at the state tournament, which I actually tied for first, but lost to a birdie on the first playoff hole. Also receiving my all -state award at the all-state banquet." Q: What advice would you give to someone who is trying to be good at something? ''Never quit and stick with it. If you work hard enough at it you're going to succeed." Q: Is there a value or a teaching as a Anishinabe that has helped you as a person and a golfer? "Being Anishinabe has taught me that regardless of who I am I can achieve anything I want to . As a person I take great pride in my heritage and who I am, and I take every opportunity to let people know who I am." Q: What would be one of the most embarrassing moments as a golfer that you can remember? "I remember playing in a tournament and I bent over to mark my ball on the green and my pants ripped open. I had to play the rest of the round with a hole in my pants." Q: Lastly, it has been said that you could compete with Tiger Woods on the fairway, is that true Goking)? "I have a long way to go to even think about playing with Tiger Woods. Many great golfers have taken their entire life to accomplish what he has in 22 years." Do you know a young person who we should talk to and can share what it takes to be successful? Let us know! Learning Through Listening Wilfred Pelletier, an Odawa Anishinabe born in the village of Wikwimikong on Ontario's Manitoulin Island, Canada, wrote "Childhood in an Indian Village " for a Toronto magazine about 1966, while on the staff of the Institute for Indian Studies at Rochdale College in Toronto. I have been to numerous communities acrosss Canada and I still do not find where Indians teach. All young children wre allowed to grow, to develop, to learn. They didn't teach you that this was mommy, daddy, desk, ash tray, house, etc. We learned about these things by listening to the words adults spoke, what they said when they were talking, and built our own kind of relationship with the article. If you observe your children now you will see a child tum a chair over, cover it with a blanket and use it for a house. He can relate many ways to a chair. As we get older we have only one relationship and that is to stick our rear ends on that chair. It's for no other purpose, and, in fact, we tell our kids that that is what it is, and it belongs in a comer and don 't move it out of there. These things I remember very well . We were brought up to have a different relationship to a house and to all the things that surround us. That is, the values that adults placed on things in the community did not necessarily carry over nito their child and lead him to place the same values on them. Children discovered the values of these things on their own, and developed their own particular relationships to them. ' This is very closely related to the religion of the community, which centered entirely on man. One of the practiced ethics of the community was non-interference. No one interfered with us, and this way of living still exists today. If you go to an Indian home the kids don 't come up and bug you while you are talking to someone else. They might come and stand by you quietly, just as an adult might. If you observe Indians someplace, they will stand quietly, and only when they are acknowledged will they speak. If they get into a group session, they will act the same way. They will sit and listen to people talk, and when they get the opportunity they will speak, but they won't cut you off or interfere. There are some who do this not, but not very many. Most of them will just wait. And part of th reason our parents say so little ist that that' s their way. They don' t teach like white people. They let their children make their own decisions. The closest ever got to formal teaching was to tell stories. Let me give you an example. We had been out picking blueberries one time, and while sitting around this guy told us this story. The idea was taht he wanted to get us to wash up-- to wash our feet because we had been trampling through this brush all day long. He talked about a warrior who really had a beautiful body. He was very well built, and he used to grease himself and take care of his body. One day this warrior was out, and he ran into a group of other people whom he had never seen before. They started to chase him. He had no problem because he was in such good shape. He was fooling around playing with them because he was such a good �• I 0 December 1997 runner. He ran over hills and over rocks, teasing them. Then he ran into another group. The first group gave up the chase. But now he had to run away from this other group, and he was fooling around doing the same thing with them. All of a sudden he ran into a third group. He rean real hard and all of a sudden he fell. He tried to get up and he couldn't. He spoke to his fee and said, "What's worng with you? I'm goint to get killed if you don't get up and get going." They said, " That's alright. You can comb your hair and grease your bodyand look after your legs and arms but you never did anything for us. You never washed us or cleaned us or greased us or nothing." He promised to take better care of the feet if they would get up and run, and so they did. This is one of the stories we were told, and we went up and washed our feet right away and then went to bed. Maybe this happens among other ethnic groups, I don't know, but this is the kind oflearning we had. I will never forget the kinds of things we learned, because to me it all belongs to me. It isn't something that someone says is so; it's mine. I'd wanted to go hunting, and the guys would know I couldn't get across the stream because it was flooded, but they wouldn't say anything. They' d let me go, and they'd say O.K. knowing all the time I couldn' t get through. But they wouldn't tetll me that. They'd let me experience it. And I'm grateful to these people for allowing me to have this kind of exploration/learning situation. Secondly, of course, that fact sis taht maybe I could have gotten across where they couldn't, discovered something different, a method that was new. I think this kind of learning situation is one the . really important things that Indians have today and which could contribute to the society we have today. That is, a learning situation For people, instead of teaching or information g1vmg. November Birthdays "Muna di bish ka win" Harvey Anderson Sarah Andrews Derek Bailey John Bennett Sarah Bissell Matthew Boyer Isabel Campos Christopher Cuellar Comer Melissa Daniels Lanelle Ferrere Kathleen Floyd Trisha Genia Robin High Jenny Ives Michael Kelly Jerry King James Mataxagay Carrie Martinez Jeremy Merryweather Anna Nadowegesa Deb Pigeon Edmund Pigeon Alberta Popma Andrea Popma Joseph Raphael Richard Raphael Robin Raphael Dave Russell Billy Schrubbe Christine Shomin Joshua Shomin Cherish Skinner Shayna Skinner Tracy Wesaw "Nishnabe" AA Meeting WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 615 TURNER, NW GRAND RAPIDS (use Broadway Entrance) People With A Desire To Stop Drinking Are Welcome Time 6:00 p.m. Also on Thursdays "Nishinabe" A.A. Meeting Saturdays 12 noon. At SECOND CHANCE on Fulton near Lexington St. Any questions call Gene 222-9626 Rm#534 or Sue at 363-9537. SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE, STRENGTH, AND CULTURE TO HELP EACH OTHER. �• I I December 1997 THE COALITION OF INDIAN PROGRAMS AND SERVICES INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO~~~ i-11~ :2:11t1 tl1111lJC11 A11ist111abek Ne\\P Years Eve F a1nil-,,1 Celebr atio11!!! bring ·your s'\veetie, kids, moms, and dads ... your grandparents, aunts, uncles, everyonelll POTLlJ(~K BRING YOUR FAVORrfE DISH TO SHARE Ki\.Rl\OKE ~ riilJSI(~ , ~~J\JD Di\_t\J~(;ING .J J wrrH MASfE ROF CEREMONY ,', J MATT BLUIV1f<E 0\1:-llSHTINONG CHl.JNG A It'llNG VVILL BRING IN THE ~~EW YEAR gjJ.·tt4'~,.i _J_O__I-11--TH_E_f_iu_N_! ,_£JC1 W-1 EN: DEC9.i1BER31 , 1997 WE: 7:00 P.M. • l :00 AJ.A. W-IERE: LOCAL 19 UAW. HAll 1750 a..YDE PARK S.W. (BEl\l'vEEN BU RlON &. AND~ IC.AG()/ GRAN OVlllE) FOR MORE INFORMATION CAll: (616) 4~·407~ (NAPS') OR53~·9644 MARYOJDY (MIETS') §panscred by members of the . COALITION OF INDIAN PROCiRA.M§ AND SERVICES �• 12 December 1997 Native American Youth WINTER CAMP K-6th Grade We are happy and excited to inform all of you parents of K6th grade Native American Youth that Native American Prevention Services will be offering an opportunity to go to WINTER CAMP! We will be accepting registrations on a first come first serve basis. Activities will include sledding (If snow is provided!), snow shoe relays, outdoor cooking and fire tending, orienteering (learn to use a compass), and Traditional Native Story telling. We believe this camp will be lots of fun for the kids and they will learn a lot of things. If we get a lot of youth signing up and everything falls into place, we would like to make this an annual event. All that the kids need is their bedding, tooth brush and paste, towel and soap and shampoo, a plate, bowl, cup, and silverware, as well as plenty of warm coats, boots, socks, mittens, and hats for outdoor fun and games. The kids that attend will be staying in heated cabins with appropriate adult and junior volunteers. A small good faith fee of $10. 00 per family is required to ensure your children's space. We have limited funds and need help from the parents and other volunteers. All volunteers will be going through a mandatory training and orientation. Please call the NAPS office at 458-4078 for more information on volunteering. If you would like to help with transportation or know of a young person between the grades of K-6th who would like to have fun at our first ever Native American Youth Winter Camp, please call Jennifer or Renee at the Prevention office at 4584078. We plan on having fun and get to know each other a little better, so come join in the fun at the Native American Youth Winter Camp!! 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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Theater 1 Dance Gathering 3 Sewing Circle 4 Anishinabe Youth 5 Circle ofRelatives 7 Youth Groups 9 Calendar/Birthdays 11 Newsletter Coordinator: Hunter Genia Volunteer Editor: Sharon Horton Layout: Wanda Blanco Contributors: IFR/NAPS Staff Turtle Talk's mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest which may affect and impact our Native American community. Special emphasis will be placed on prevention information. Turtle Talk is published by Native American Prevention Services, in cooperation with the Kent County Health Department Turtle Talk due dates: Submissions to Turtle Talk must be received in our office by the first of each month for the upcoming month's issue. (Not all material submitted can be used.) If you have a story or information you would like to share with Turtle Talk, please send it with your name, address and phone number. You will be recognized by name in Turtle Talk if your article is used. ==~ :=": ·~· = ••••• =- PE:G ~-1i~••• Mnidoo-Giisoons (Little Spirit Moon) · ••· .Theater of the ~~lftres Shines for Initia1 Series of Debuts! A lot of excitement was in the air after watching the debut of: "Harvest Ceremony: Beyond The Thanksgiving Myth" presented by Theater of the Three Fires. The first of several performances in a ten day span debuted at the Van Andel Museum (Meijers Theater) on November 15th and closed on November 24th at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, here in Grand Rapids. Theater of the Three Fires matched the excitement level of what one would hope could be presented in a performance that was both educational and entertaining to observe. Watching from the seats no one knew exactly what to expect or how it would play out adding to the anxiety as a board member of the theater organization and as a community member. Perhaps, the nervousness was for the actors and actresses whom most of us knew, as they started their theater debut. One thing is for certain, the level of expertise could not have been more appropriate for the level of quality that the Theater Board is striving for. The directorship of Doug Pettinga and Larry Plamondon, the clothing designing of Chris Marcus Stone, and the numerous hands that stayed after to pack up and prepare for the next performance are only part of the intensity. The number of hours rehearsing and laboring over lines, new skill development, and the tears of frustration and happiness tell the other part of what this historical moment represents. Nearly 200 people observed the debut of the theater performance, and most of those I met afterwards were left searching for words to describe what they saw. Perhaps even more important is the implications it could leave an individual wondering about the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Definitely, it opens the question of how do we bring (Continued on page 2) �Turtle Talk Newsletter Page 2 A to all of the educators and teachers from IGndergarten on up, the story of what happened at Thanksgiving Staff: ~ some three hundred years ago. Lora Church As community members, we are often called Program Director upon to come to schools and be a part of the ThanksHunter Genia giving gala this time of year. Perhaps, we should all Prevention Specialist/ Educator continue doing so as we can seize the opportunity to Renee Dillard Prevention Specialist/Educator educate others on the masses about Anishinabek culVACANT ture through our eyes, even if it is around ThanksgivPrevention Specialist/ Educator ing time. Wanda Blanco Theater of the Three Fires is on the right track Office Services Coordinator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - a s it provides community members an alternative to be The goal of Native American Prevention Services is a part of something new and exciting. Whether it's asto deliver services and information that encourage sisting with the set like Alberta Popma or Angelo Franhealthy lifestyles while discouraging the use of alchi, being a stage assistant which most of the actors/ cohol and other drugs. actresses and board members tended to be most of the Our program strives to ensure the information and t ime, or attending the theater board meetings and getservices provided that are culturally relevant and ting involved, there is a lot to be tended to. It can also age-appropriate. be something moving as we have a vehicle in place to tell our stories whether historical or contemporary. We Provide: Information - relevant to the Native American lifeThe presentation of Harvest Ceremony: Beyond style. the Thanksgiving Myth, perhaps will never be told on Assistance and referrals - can be provided to comtelevision or movie screens, but the story was told here munity members as well as professionals about isto a captive audience in Grand Rapids, by our own sues related to A.T.O.D. (alcohol, tobacco, other Anishinabe community members. To this we finally drugs) Native American Youth Groups - are divided acsay, it's about time! Howah! Native American Prevention Services 1--------------------- cording to grade level and meet once a week throughout the year. Consultations and Presentations - can be provided to schools, organizations, community groups, including parents, on substance abuse prevention and/or culturally related topics. Special Programs and Activities - are provided to youth, parents and elders. Massasoit (foe Cardinal) is telling his people about the boat people. Submitted by: Hunter Genia Aunt Molry (Helen Hillman) explains to Jane (Becky Williams) about Moshep �Turtle Talk Newsletter Pa e 3 Older Style Traditional Dance Gatheri~g By Renee Dillard On October 16 & 17 of this year, a special gathering had taken place for the Native Community. One of the main reasons for the Gathering was to heighten awareness of the older style women dances that haven't been danced as a regular part of our Pow-wow gatherings. Another purpose was to support the female members of our community with positive communication techniques. Native women from all around the state came to learn and offer information about dances that they have seen in the past. Our teacher, Alvina Marshall, was full of helpful information that added to our overall experience. Alvina shared personal details about her dancing experiences as a younger lady that helped us all understand the role of women in the Native Community, and how that role keeps changing with every generation. The weather was a bit unpredictable due to rainy weather predictions, so we did move our dance to the Westside Complex for this reason. As it turned out, we had a beautiful day (that figures) so we improvised and moved some of the teaching circles out on the lawn. Our local drum, Owash-ti-nong Chung-aming, was present to offer assistance to Joe Mitchell, who also was a participant/singer-drummer with Alvina Marshall. We are always looking for more information to share those older songs with the many different drum groups all around the state. The food was wonderful and provided by Camburns Home Bakery, a Native American family-owned business in the Grand Haven area, as well as, the many community members who helped with the potluck on Saturday. Megwetch to everyone, especially Rod Crampton for his wonderful corn soup on Saturday. Although we did not get all the dances that everyone wanted to be able to learn, we did provide information for many of them. The Gourd dance/ The Corn Grinding Dance/ The Ribbon Dance/ The Rabbit Dance/ The Women War Dance/ The Fish Dance, were taught and practiced by most of the participants. Alvina shared a written documentation of instructions for each of these dances, as well as, some we could not cover. This information contains some personal history of Alvina and interesting facts about women and the role that was expected from them. If you'd like a copy of this information please call or write the office and we will send you that information. Thanks to the evaluations, we have different ideas on how we can improve upon this type of gathering in the future. Although nothing is definite we are looking towards April 8-10, 1999 for an additional dance teaching/learning opportunity. If you are interested in coming and learning or if you have information that would be helpful to this type of gathering please call so we can add you to our list of interested persons. See you down the Red Road. Ribbon Dance Rabbit Dance �Page 4 Turtle Talk Newsletter Sewing Circle Schedule The purpose of the Sewing Circle is to create an atmosphere where the imagination can have room to develop new concepts using the older traditional woodland designs. Already we have many different regalia created from many hours of hard work. Here the participants will be encouraged to challenge themselves by trying a new area of artistic creativity. The teachers consist of others from the community, as well as, some elders and artisans from the Grand Rapids area. Sewing machines are available for everyone to use while working on their project. Our creativity does not end there. We also have worked with quills and beads, leather, and different natural fiber. This is an exciting time to become more involved with programs and activities offered in our community. We have much to offer one another while we heal our spirit from years of submission. We also have regular discussions on the medicine wheel teaching of "balance" in our lives. In order for us to learn these beautiful life ways, we must be teachable. The only requirement to be a participant with the Sewing Circle is to strive for and/or be clean and sober. Once you come to understand the traditional life values of the ancient culture you will better understand yourself and why we are all spiritual sacred beings. We meet every Monday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, in the Multi-purpose Room at the Native American Prevention Services Office. Different people come every week, so come on down and meet new friends and help each other understand the cultural arts whether it be Pow-wow dances, preparing regalia, basket making, beading, weaving, or whatever might be appropriate. Winter time has traditionally been the time that was set aside to work on long projects while the snow was falling. Come help us as we continue this older tradition while we rediscover new ones together. Our next formal scheduled presentation is December 14th 1998 in the multi-purpose room. This is your invitation to come on down and bring or wear your regalia and share with others when and how you became a dancer. Share with us what motivated you to become active in the pow-wows. If you have started a project at Sewing Circle or already have finished a project, please consider sharing with others who are looking for someone to help them understand the process of regalia making. We are now offering child care on Monday nights for Sewing Circle participants. Different activities will be offered to the youth such as videos and various art projects. If you are interested in helping us with our child care or if you have any questions or would like more information about Sewing Circle please call Renee at 458-4078. Grant Received by Grand Valley State University to Recruit Native American Students in the Masters of Social Work Program • $75,000 grant will allow school to recruit Native American tribal members to School of Social Work program at the Master's Degree level. + Targets five tribal populations in Michigan including: Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa Indians, Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians, Bay Mills Indian CommunifYt and Pokagon Band of Potowatomi, and various tribal groups represented in the Grand Rapids area. + Hope to recruit at least eight Native American students for the initial year. • A three year grant that runs through September of 2000 + LeAnne Silvey, Proiect Coordinator, assistant professor at GVSU, past director of Michigan Indian Child Welfare Agency for 10 years. �Turtle Talk Newsletter Page 5 atWfiinalk 'IJoutfi ~ t1re gcw.t., do, a WoJUWt/ul 'fefi! ean day. One thing is for certain for me, continuing to provide opportunities for our young people, while valuing our elderly is where it's at. Does that mean an opportuBy Hunter Genia nity doesn't exist for you to help or be involved if you've chosen a path that isn't as healthy? No, in fact making a . Over the years, I have had the pleasure to watch decision today to start down that Red Road may be the Anishinabe youth grow into beautiful people capable of best example for all of us who rely on the strength of tackling the world. I have thought to myself hundreds of peers and the Creator for direction. times over, that if they were given the chance, leaders If we choose not to make a decision that is await us. healthy, the young people don't get there as easily. We I still believe that today. A long time ago, we can decide to get our minds together along with them (not didn't have to worry as much about our youth because for them) and decide what kind of future we want for our there wasn't the influences that we have today. As a generations to come. What will you decide? Become incommunity, we always worked together to ensure the volved in the state of affairs for our Anishinabe commuday and the future. nity by lending a hand, sharing your ideas or knowledge, As many influences progressed over the years due volunteering, or putting your positive ideas into action. to many factors, we should all be looking out for our Many of our community members have excepyouth . It is our responsibility as Anishinabe people, and tional talents that could help our young people steer tothese aren't rules that I made up. They say it's an Afriward a positive and healthy direction. What is needed is can proverb, but I believe it's an Indigenous proverb your time. Make the decision to become involved today, from all over the world that says, "It takes a village to and volunteer, in the long run it will be worth it for all raise a child." If we could only live by those teachings our nations. more intensely, perhaps some of the common issues that adolescents and parents face today wouldn't seem so ' fl> ' fl> ' fl> ' fl> ' fl> ' fl> ' fl> ' ' ' ' ' fl> 9 9 9 ' enormous. As we approach the coming New Year and years to follow, we should be asking ourselves as a community what kind of future awaits us. For some reason, many communities haven't looked to their youth for direction and answers. That may seem silly to you to look that direction in the first place, but generations upon generations have been impacted severely by influences that have been very negative. So it may be the case that many Of Our youth are making more healthy decisions than We 9 fl> are, or poorer decisions of living and decision-making based on the values they've learned. Which generation can have the most ~ositive impact if given the proper tools? You guessed it. The youth. Many things are happening in our community that are positive, as well as, some things that aren't. We have seen many of our relatives, brothers, and sisters incarcer- ~ fl> ' ; ••••• f1> ' Y : ' 9 f1> ' : down a scary path before we reach out and say, "Heythere is a better path!" I feel strongly about our community and what it can do, we can't change the past but we are allowed to decide the future. What will I, you, and they decide de- f1> ~f fl> f1> fl> fl> 9 ' fl> fl> From Now fl> ated, or have chosen the Western door prematurely or had no choice at all. How many will we allow to walk val~es A Hundred Years ' ' h it wil I not matter w at b k t th my an accoun was e sort of house I Iived in or the· kind of car I drove... but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a I I C. H I L D pends heavily upon the we feel worthy holding ; fl> f1> fl> f1> ' f1> fl> fl> fl> ' fl> f1> fl> f1> ' f1> fJ ' ' ' onto. It depends on the actions we choose to display to- ; , fl> ' : : fl> 9 f1> ' ;p ,9 9 fl> ; 'I> 9 �Turtle Talk Newsletter Page6 Maximum of 60 Campers REGIST/iB EARL YI Deadline: Friday;,1,;li)ecember 18, 1998 Registration fee: Minimum of $10.00 per family Young Eagles K-f1h Grade and otherNative Youth Volunteer Orientation December 22"d @ 5:30 - 8:00 pm . (Meet at NAPS office) Monday, December 28th Tuesday, December 29th Wednesday, December 30th Camp Ana Be,~t~ns 9841 Colby Road Greenville, Ml 48838 ~.QCATION: '.''. .~f);' x,,.;; <_, . . -);£ CALL: RQJtiee Dillard at Native American Preventie'a~fservices @ 458-4078 for Regi~t~qtion forms. ·~- - __ ,_c.-,o Odlqoor Games will include: • • • • • i3~oom Ball Sledding Orienteering Camp Fire st~~,~telling Snow shoe tijR~~ "'°,· : ;-:,___ • COME AND JOIN THE FUN IN THE SNOW! NAPS, 615 Turner NW, Rm. 328 Grand Rapids, Ml (West Middle School Building, Ground Level) '~~ ~ __::,~ ~ �Turtle Talk Newsletter Circle of Relatives: Page 7 on Community Parenting of Youth. An in depth Medicine Wheel teaching will be offered. This presentation will also serve as a training for those parents wishing to serve as.chaperones for the Winter Camp. The Circle of Relatives is a gathering of people concerned about Native children. Included are open sharing of ideas, cultural teachings and guest speakers on a wide range January 12: There will be a presentation on "Taking of topics related to families and children. The Circle Care of Myself as a Parent." includes parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, foster parents, guardians, and others. The Circle is open at January 26: Cultural Teaching to be announced. all times to anyone to participate. Come to the NAPS/ IFR office and check it out and bring your ideas. Meetings are held at: The schedule for December and January are as follows: *All meeting times are at 6:00 p.m. * December 8:- Amy Larva and Cheryl Ghandi from Michigan Indian Child Welfare Agency will present an overview of MICWA services. Indian Family Resources 615 Turner NW (Entrance on Broadway), Room 35 Multi-Purpose Room Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Child care is available. For more information contact Mark Sanford at 458-1641. December 22: Renee Dillard will offer a presentation Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and the Bay Mills Indian Tribe are issuing their own hunting licenses. The DNR has asked the tribes not to do so until The Associated Press courts resolve the meaning of the 1836 treaty. "They have elected to proceed over our proPetoskey - Some hunters and state officials are at tests," Ekdahl said. odds over whether members of the Little Travers Bay Ekdahl said a test case isn't the only way to setBands of Odawa Indians need state hunting licenses. tle the issue. He has asked the attorney general and the The Michigan Department of Natural Resources tribes to negotiate an agreement. says they do. The tribe says they don't. The Odawa tribe this year has issued 197 li"They are violating the law until the court says censes covering both hunting and fishing. Most of the otherwise," Lt. Jeffery Pendergraff, a district supervisor of them have also gotten tags for people in possession for the DNR office in Gaylord, said. deer season. "We're not breaking the law," countered tribal Under tribal code, the members can take up to chairman Frank Ettawageshik, saying members have two deer - one buck and one doe - and must report hunting rights under an 1836 treaty. each kill to the tribe's conservation office. A DNR officer on Sunday stopped two Odawa Ettawageshik said the tribe's code is similar to hunters who had a dead deer in the Chandler Hill area. that used by the state. It was developed with the input Neither had state licenses but did possess tribal licenses by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. and deer tags. Tribe, state at odds over deer licenses The officer confiscated the deer. It hasn't been decided whether to prosecute the men. The Michigan attorney general's office considers such cases individually because of their potential to set legal precedents that would apply to other tribes, said Jim Ekdahl, the DNR's coordinator for American Indian issues. "You don't want to create a test that doesn't clarify the issues," Ekdahl said. In addition to the Little Traverse Bay Bands, the �Turtle Talk Newsletter Page 8 STOP Violence Against Indian Women Discretionary Grants (Reprinted with permission from Pathways September/October 1998) Fifty-seven Indian tribal governments in 20 states will be able to provide better services for adult Indian women victims of domestic violence and prosecute more domestic violence cases. This comes as a result of $4.9 million in Fiscal Year 1998 STOP Violence Against Indian Women grant funds awarded in June by the Justice Department. This year there are 24 new tribal grantees, bringing the total number to 112 tribal governments that have received STOP funds since the first grant awards were made in 1995. These tribal grantees serve a total of 233 Indian communities. "This program has allowed us to help an unprecedented number of Indian tribes improve their services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault," said Laurie Robinson, Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs, the agency that administers the grants. The 24 tribal governments that have not previously received STOP funds will receive grants ranging from $34,860 to $84,000. Another 33 tribal grantees will receive grants up to $104,000 to continue funding projects begun with FY 96 STOP grant funds. The remainder will be awarded to tribal applicants requesting continuation funding, pending successful completion of monitoring activities, including site visits. The American Indian Law Center, Mending the Sacred Hoop and Sacred Circle also will receive grant funds later this year to provide technical assistance and training to the STOP Indian tribal grantees. The consultants include tribal judges, prosecutors, law enforcement officers, advocates and Indian law scholars. The Fiscal Year 1998 STOP formula and discretionary appropriation is $172 million. Four percent of each fiscal year appropriation, which this year is $6.8 million, for the STOP Violence Against Indian Women grants program is statutorily reserved for the discretionary grants to tribal governments to develop and strengthen tribal law enforcement, prosecutorial strategies and victims services in cases involving violent crimes against Indian women. The STOP Violence Against Indian Women Grants Program awards are authorized under the Violence Against Women provisions of the 1994 Crime Law. For more information about STOP and other violence against women efforts, visit the Violence Against Women Grants Office Web site at http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/VAWGO or OJP's Web site at http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov, or call the National Criminal Justice Reference Service toll-free at 1-800-851-3420. �Turtle Talk Newsletter Page 9 ANISHINABEK YOUTH GROUPS UPDATE Young Eagles Trisha, 10 years old John, 8 years old Anthony, JO years old Youth Council Hosted An Open House minutes. Each group was then given the task of presenting their solution to the scenario. This allowed each and Plans for a Youth Lock-In! participant a chance to experience not only the planning Members of the Anishinabek Youth Leadership Council hosted an open house for American Indian youth on December 2 to invite potential new members to get a feel for what they do in their group. Twelve new people showed up from not only the Grand Rapids community but also the Muskegon community. The evening was started by a couple of icebreakers (fun warm-up exercises) then an introduction from youth council members. Examples of what the youth council has been involved in so far, as well as, how it's been a positive experience to the members was shared. Why the Youth Council exists was also explained. After the warm-ups and sharing circle, a whole lot of pizza was gobbled up by everyone in attendance along with a very enticing cake made by one of the parents. The evening concluded with the youth breaking up into five groups with each group given a scenario to work on for about 30 that makes things happen, but also some of the issues that a youth council might work on. Each presentation was given in front of a mock foundation board. All the presentations were very good. In January, a youth Lock-In is being planned by the Youth Council. Alock-in is a set aside time in one location where youth participate in multiple healthy activities along with having the opportunity to socialize and meet new friends. This lock-in is positive for many reasons: a. To meet new friends in a fun and safe environment. b. To participate in fun activities. c. Is chaperoned by fun, enthusiastic, and caring individuals. (Continued on page 12) �Page 10 PREVENTION SPECIALIST/EDUCATOR (Part-time) For Native American Prevention Services, Grand Rapids, MI. B.A. or B.S. in Education, School/Health Education, Human Services or equivalent related experience. The Prevention Specialist needs an understanding of prevention theory practices, exhibit a willingness to learn about the Native American culture and community. Skills in planning, promoting and delivering community-based substance abuse prevention programs, with public speaking and/or teaching experience. Will facilitate a youth group. Good organizational skills with attention to detail. Send resume with three (3) Letters of Reference to Lora Church, Program Director, Native American Prevention Services, 615 Turner, NW, Room 32-B, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Closing date is Friday, January 8, 1999. EEO agency. Inquires call (616) 458-4078. Theater ofthe Three Fires The Theater of the Three Fires Board would like to thank the many participants, volunteers, organizations, and businesses who stepped forward to make the first production a reality. A complete list of everyone who volunteered and offered their guidance and help will be compiled for the January issue of "Turtle Talk." At this time, we would like the community members who receive "Turtle Talk" to know that we , are continuing to meet and are outlining the 1999 year in which productions will be coming alive on stage. We are always in need of people to become involved and you can do so by contacting any of the Theater of Three Fires Board members. Kchi - Migwech! JThe sisters, Autumn McDonald (far left) and Kristy Dayson (far right) explains to Jane what has happened to the village of Patuxet. Members of the cast, share all the different Thanksgivings, that different cultures share. �Turtle Talk Newsletter CALENDAR OF EVENTS December 31: New Year's Eve Sobriety Party & Celebration. UAW Hall on Clyde Park between Burton and Chicago Drive. Raffles, art, door prizes, singing, laughter, karoake, dancing, etc. Volunteers interested please call June Fletcher at 616-336-711 0. Page 11 M 11 N WA MUN A DI BISH KAW IN! '''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' '~. '~ Birthdays '~ '~ , ~. ' ~ '~. ~· '~ ''~ New Years Eve Sobriety Celebration & Feast ! ~. Thursday, December 31 , 1998 UAW Local 19 Union Hall 1750 Clyde Park, SW Wyoming, Ml 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Midnight: Feast Entertainment and Raffles Begin Karoake & Other Dancing Owashtinong Chung- AMing (welcome New Year) Activities for the Whole Family!!!! ~ ~. ~. ~· ~•, ~ ~ ~ ~ ' ' '~ ' '~. ~ ~J:s.n . . .:. ~ ~~~ ''' ~. lliii~~iii~ii~;.,;~~iii~~;i;.,;i.i~;.,;~~iii~~iii~~~;.,;~~~i ' For more information, contact Michigan Indian Employment and Training Services@ (616) 538-9644 or (616) 458-4078. Facts and Figures Youth who begin drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to develop alcohol dependence than those who begin drinking at age 21. The risk for alcohol dependence decreases by 14% with each increasing year of age of drinking onset. ~ ' ' ~· ~ '~~ '~· ~ ~ '~ ' '' '~ '' Harvey Anderson Sarah Andrews Derek Bailey John Bennett Sarah Bissell Matthew Boyer Isabel Campos Ruth Ann Chivis Christopher Cuellar Comer Melissa Daniels Lanelle Ferrere Kathleen Floyd Trisha Genia Robin High Jenny Ives Michael Kelly Jerry King Carrie Martinez James Mataxagay Jeremy Merryweather Anna Nadowegesa Deb Pigeon Edmund Pigeon Alberta Popma Andrea Popma Joseph Raphael Richard Raphael Robin Raphael David Russell Billy Schrubbe Christine Shomin Joshua Shomin Cherish Skinner Shayna Skinner Tracy Wesaw ll!'ll!2!'.2!!2!2!1!::1!!2!11!!!2!!'.l!lil!!2!2!!2!'.2!!2!'2!1!::1!!2!11!!!2!!'.l!li1!!2!2!!2!'.2!!2!'2!1!1!!2!2!!!!2!!'.l!lil!'J!".Z!!. ' " ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' •, ~ '~ ~ '~. ~ '~ '· ,~ ~ ~ ~. ~ '' ~ ~ ~ ~ ' ' '~ ' '~· '' · ''~. ~· ' ' ~ ~· ~· ~ ~ '~ ~ ~ '~ ' '-.. '~ '"''''''II!\ll\'''"'''''''''''''''' �Turtle Talk Ne ws letter Page 12 House Availa~le for Sale (Continued from page 9) d. Is held in one area all night that is alcohol, tobacco, and drug free. Invitations are being mailed to the Native Pride Youth Conference participants from September, as well as, the mailing list which was compiled from the Open House. This is not limited to them however. If you are a Native American youth and are interested in participating in the Lock-In or want more information, please contact Hunter Genia at 616458-4078. 819 D~VIS NVV Dreaming of home ownership? Feeling like ownership is out of your reach? Maybe we can help. ICCF is dedicated to providing housing for low to moderate income families. We can help you remove obstacles and get you started on the road to home ownership. If you are interested or have any questions, please give us a call. Inner City Christian Federation at 336-9333. 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COMMUNITY SERVICES '·~--~=-""""'""" > ""- 61 S Turner Ave., NW Rm. 31 Gran~ .Rapicls, Ml 49504 Telephone: (616) 458-4078 Fax: (61~) 4~8-2096 DECEMBER 1999 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: New Youth Group Pg.1 Traditional. Parent Pg.3 Indian Fishing Pg.S O:mm:n Ground Pg. 6 Diabetes Pg. 7 Stress pg. 9 Harrest Ga'thering Pg.10 Newsletter Coordinator: Hunter Genia Volunteer Editor: Sharon Horton Layout: Wanda Blanco Contributors: N.A.C.S. Staff Turtle Talk's mission is to provide its readership with reports of local and national interest which may affect and impact our Native American community. Spe. cial emphasis will be placed on prevention information. Turtle Talk is published by Native American Community Services, in cooperation with the Kent County Health Department Turtle Talk due dates: Submissions to Turtle Talk must be received in our office by the first of each month for the upcoming month's issue. (Not all material submitted can be used.) If you have a story or information you would like to share with Turtle Talk, please send it with your name, address and phone number. You will be recognized by name in Turtle Talk if your article is used. Mnidoo- Giisoons (Little Spirit Moon) ••• ••• ••••• Anishinabe Youth Group Starts for 5th - 8th graders There's an old saying, "it takes a village to raise a child", and I truly do believe in that without question. It was also said that a "pyramid wasn't built in a day" and I definitely could believe that also. so what does that all have to do with a 5th 8th grade American Indian youth group? It has started! Normally, youth group information is not something that I would put on the front cover of our newsletter unless it was to announce an annual event or recognize an individual who is doing something worth recognizing. Although our program does coordinate and facilitate American Indian youth groups in the evenings, general announcements usually are shared after the first page. so why am I putting this on the first page you're probably wondering? we haven't offered a specific all middle school age youth group through our program before. Generally, they have either been intertwined with the Young Eagles or the Youth council depending on what grade they were in. That was the problem cited by individuals in our community and was the reason that this youth group, yet to be named, was started for. Actually, over a year ago, I met with a young man from our community who was interested in seeing this happen. so the seed was already planted and by a young person to top that. It has been known and mentioned throughout Indian country that most Indigenous youth and adolescents, particularly in the middle school age group, begin to show up on statistics as being a group labeled with problems and issues. Among the issues cited were school drop out rates, absenteeism, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy, suicide, and low self-esteem. We've all heard this before, but it definitely isn't true for all of our youth. Individuals in our community, not necessarily with chil(Continued on page 2) ••• ••••• ••••• ••• �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 Page 2 dren in this age group have stepped forward to "Su&.lan<e Abuse P'evenlion Servioe•" ~ become a part of the program planning for this group. we invite all those that are interested Staff: II. ' from other organizations, Indian and nonLora Church Indian, to help fulfill our role and responsibility Program Director that we have to our youth of the future. Hunter Genia Recent events have dictated that these Caseworker/Wellness Educator Brian Chivis activities can be successful. Recently, in OctoPrevention Specialist/Educator ber, thirty-three American Indian youth along Candi Wesaw with ten adults participated in the hayride adK-4 Youth Group Facilitator venture for this age group. They participated Wanda Blanco on a hayride, got to feed buffalo Office Services Coordinator · - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (maskodebizhike>, ate a buffalo burger meal, The goal of Native American Community Services is and then terrorized through a corn maze. This to deliver services and information that encourage was followed up by a pizza party on the followhealthy lifestyles while discouraging the use of alcohol and other drugs. ing Wednesday with the admittance fee, filling .___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ out some ideas on a survey sheet. Our program strives to ensure the information and All community programs, or a representaservices provided that are culturally relevant and tive from a community program, should beage-appropriate. come involved or volunteer when they can. Because the children and the youth are a part of We Provide: all of us, it is therefore all of ours responsibility. Information - relevant to the Native American lifestyle. The program planners so far who have Assistance and referrals - can be provided to commade the commitment are: Shirley Loonsfoot, munity members as well as professionals about isJoan "Tink" Otten, Trisha Traskey, and Toni vansues related to A.T.O.D. (alcohol, tobacco, other deVoren and myself. we are looking at ways to drugs) develop and structure the program so that it is Native American Youth Groups - are divided according to grade level and meet once a week fun, educational, and meet the needs of the throughout the year. youth. we are currently working on next years Consultations and Presentations - can be provided to early months calendar and invite you to join us. schools, organizations, community groups, including our youth group meets on Wednesdays at 6:00 parents, on substance abuse prevention and/or culp.m. until 8:00 p.m. at west Middle School buildturally related topics. Special Programs and Activities - are provided to ing at the Native American community services youth, parents and elders. office. Kchi-migwech! Native American Community Services -Hunter Genia RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDEDI Balls, Jump Ropes, etc ...... .in good condition We are requesting for a donation of any youth sporls equipment for the Young Eagles K-4 youth group. We would like to add a "play time" for them during the 2-hour weekly program and your donation would certainly help offer a variety of activities for them while in the gym. Please drop off your donation in our office - Room # 31 (ground level). Thanks! The Young Eagles meet on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m., please call Candi Wesaw at 616-458-4078 before dropping off equipment! �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 Page 3 TRADITIONS REFLECT POSITIVE INDIAN PARENTING Positive Indian Parenting Training Manual: Honorinq Our Children by Honoring Our Traditions, developed by The Northwest Indian Child Weifare Institute, Terry Cross, ASCW Director. (Reprinted from NMR Vol. 8., Issue 7, Academic Year 1996-1997.) In the history of Indian peoples, parenting was not left to chance. Through welldefined customs, values, and practices, which were handed down from generation to generation, parents and other caretakers nurtured, protected, and guided children. Children were taught the right way to do things, how to get along with others and how to have self-control. Different tribes did this in different ways, but each tribe had very positive values about chi ldren that helped keep the group strong. The underlying belief was that children were as much a part of the group as anyone else and be respected. The spiritual beliefs of many tribes about children helped protect children and are good indicators of just how important children were. In some tribes, children were seen as gifts from the creator who might be taken back if they were not treated well. In other tribes, it was believed that children's spirits were loosely connected to their bodies and that they should be treated kindly and gently so the spirits would stay. Another belief was that because children were such recent arrivals from the spirit world, they possessed a special wisdom and they should be listened to. Children were not talked down to and some Eastern tribes believed that a child would die of shame if punished too harshly. It was taught in some tribes that the creator was saddened when children did not receive proper care and the whole extended family or clan should make sure all children received care. A teaching that existed in many Northwest tribes, as well as others, was that aunts and uncles were to be called mother and father, cousins were brothers and sisters. In this extended family system, everyone shared the responsibility for a child's needs. No one person had sole responsibility for a child. Grandmas and aunties kept a watchful eye to make sure children were treated in the proper way. Children could be corrected by anyone in the community, and so the child supervision was everyone's job. The community acted as parent. Indian parenting traditionally was characterized by patience and kindness. Relationships were very important. Children were kept close to the parent through the use of cradle boards or blanket carrying. Communities celebrated children in naming ceremonies and at dances and powwows. Elders praised children with their eyes and words, often making prophecies about a child's positive future. Children were breast-fed and weaned only when ready. Every tribe had special songs to soothe children and stories which taught, entertained, and built respect. Indian teachings about children included ideas about child development. In some tribes pregnant mothers were told, "don't look at bad things" or "don't be angry, your child will learn these things". Parents learned that their child is always growing, developing, and learning. Children were given the freedom to develop at their own pace and given many opportunities to learn from nature, adults, and other (Continuedonpage4J �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 (Continuedfrompage 3) children. To understand what Indian parents face today we must consider where we have learned to parent, both as individuals and as a people. Before the white man came to this country, parenting ways were handed down from generation to generation. The ways were defined by traditions, customs, beliefs, and teachings that go back so far that we know littie of their origins. With agreement among people the ways were easily maintained. However, new influences changed much of that. The white world told Indians that their ways were bad and worked to destroy their ways. The spiritual beliefs that were closely tied with child rearing were often displaced. Much of what was good in child rearing was lost in the process. Indian parents learned the "spare the rod, spoil the child" ethic of the Europeans. Through relocation and other government policies the extended family support was sometimes lost. Stories were lost and traditional training and education were replaced by formal education. In this way many parenting ways were lost. Parents cannot parent wel I when they feel powerless, or when they are denied their culture and dignity. Even today Indian parents are often stripped of their dignity by the system. The survival of Indian people is remarkable and an indication of their strength. Today, Indian parenting is made harder because of the experiences of our people. No longer are the expectations of parents as clear as they once were. Parents often do not get the benefit of learning the old ways or the support of the extended family. Many parents are left with doing what they can in a world that is confusingly complex. Each individuals experience may be different. Page 4 In considering where Indian people learn to parent we must examine our history. To find where we, as individuals, learned to parent we must look at our experience. If our families have lost the old ways it has not been by choice, but it is by choice that we can reclaim the strength that is our heritage. We can look back to earlier generations in which the ways were still strong and learn from those examples. The power to choose belongs to today's parents. nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn Z n lJ Don't Forget You can purchase this exciting but inexpensive music recording. D n D Owashtinong Chungaming Pow-wow cassette or compact disc! D n Z D D n. n. n n D This pow wow recording features 12 songs, sung by Anishinabek Singers from the West Michigan area. This can be purchased for a minimum price of $5.00 for the cassette or $10.00 for the compact disc. Z n D D n n D n Z D D n n n n Z D n n n n D For more information call Hunter Genia at 616-538-3284, Joan "Tink" Otten at 231-937-5524, or John Pigeon at 616-681-2534. Z D nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn �Turtle Talk Newsletter TalkNewsletter - December 1999 Page 5 himself with dignity and gave no indication that he was displeased with negotiations so far. In fact, his presentation was quite the opposite: Schultz praised the Attorney General's office for it's good work. "I think we can get a settlement," Schultz said. "I think we will get a settlement." Reprinted: Grand Rapids Press, Saturday October 9, 1999 Good. Negotiated settlements are virtually always better than imposed settlements. And let's Manistee - It was opening day of bow sea- be clear on this: The court has said if the parties don't son, 7 p.m., just about the time you might expect a resolve the issues, the court will. Of all the matters addressed, the biggest big-headed old buck to come slipping down a trail... and I'm sitting in an auditorium with about 300 other stumbling block (and there are many) to a settlesportsmen waiting for a program to begin. ment appears to be expansion of the tribal gill net The program, put on by the Michigan Steel- fishery in waters from Arcadia to south of Manistee head and Salmon Fishermen's Association, was the in Lake Michigan. This has been taken rather hard by . first public presentation of what's in the proposals the sport fishing community. for a new Indian fishing consent order. "There is absolutely no basis for expansion of And it's about time. the 1985 consent agreement," said Jim Vander Mass, For the record, the negotiations involving the immediate past president of the Steelheaders. tribes, the feds and the state of Michigan, have been Although Vander Mass' sentiments are no held under a veil of secrecy. This has led to all sorts doubt shared by many in the recreational fishing of conjecture - much of it unhealthy. This program community, neither the tribes nor the state see it shed a little light on the subject. that way. The documents are clear on this point. Ah, but even facts can be controversial in this The tribes have carved up the treaty waterson-going biodrama. Shortly after the program was from Grand Haven on the west side up and around announced, an attorney for one of the tribes prothe Straits to Alpena on the Lake Huron side - into tested the meeting, suggesting it might be designed various fishing zones. to put public pressure on the state. If so, the meetThe tribes propose that commercial fishing in ing represented grounds to exclude the party in fur- Lake Michigan extend southward to just north of ther negotiations, said Kathryn Tierney, attorney for Pentwater. And they also want a "development zone" that extends to Grand Haven, where the Bay Mills Indian Community. Not so, countered the Steel headers, who are "biological assessment work" would be allowed. The part of a consortium that has amicus standing in the tribal documents contain no parameters describing negotiations. The program was a status report. John that effort. That means recreational anglers could run Wernet, assistant attorney general in charge of Native American Affairs, agreed, noting that documents into tribal nets out of Grand Haven. Perhaps many filed with the federal court Sept. 1 are public record. nets. And that doesn't sit well with some and there's Good. Enough for the background noise. just one word to describe that attitude: Tough. The status of negotiations was presented by The courts have ruled the Indians have a right Steve Schultz, the attorney for Michigan Fisheries Re- to fish in the waters covered by the Treaty of 1836. source Conservation Coalition. The coalition is made You don't have to like it. But you do have to up of the Steelheaders, Michigan Chamber of Com- live with it. merce, Michigan Council of Trout Unlimited, the Grand Traverse Area Sportfishing Association and the Hammond Bay Anglers Association - all groups with an interest in on-going negotiations. Although there was something of an air of gloom among those in attendance, Schultz gave a dispassionate, fact-based presentation of what's in the documents filed with the court. He comported Don't like the Indian fishing consent order? Tough By Bob Gwizdz �Turtle Talk Newsletter TalkNewsletter - Pa 0e 6 American Indian Health and Family Services of Detroit. It was decided by these attendees By: Jane Vass, Detroit American Indian that the AI/ AN po'jJulation of Michigan was Health Center severely unrecognized and, as with other AI/ AN communities across the nation, required The Michigan American Indian AIDS increased HIV prevention outreach. To Coaltion was formed on Monday, October 25, address the concern the coalition was formed 1999 during a conference funded by the and plans to increase awareness of AI/ AN Center for Disease Control (CDC) in Tempe, communities and increase HIVI AIDS and STD Arizona. The conference, titled "Common education/prevention activities in schools, at Ground", was conceived by the CDC and pow wows and other social events in the arranged by the Massachusetts Department of American Indian community. Coalition Education, it involved approximately 5 people members are actively being sought from urban, from each of the 13 states with the largest rural and tribal programs with the hope that American Indian/ Alaskan Native (AI/ AN) coalition outreach activities will formally begin populations, and addressed education and within the next year. prevention needs related to HIVI AIDS and STDs for AI/ AN youth. For more information call: The AI/ AN population holds some of Hunter Genia, Native American Community the highest statistics for Sexually Services of Grand Rapids: 616-458-4078. Transmitted Diseases (STDs) and other Rick Haverkate, Inter-Tribal Council of chronic diseases, which increase the risk of Michigan: 906-635-4208. contracting STDs. Those who work within the AI/ AN community also fear the HIVI AIDS Larry Klein, Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Indians: statistics are dangerously inaccurate due to 906-632-5265. poor racial classification during testing, and Jane Vass, American Indian Health & Family reluctance on the part of many American Services, Detroit: 313-846-3718. Indians to go for testing and other health assessments due to confidentiality issues and Joan Webkamigad, Michigan Department of mistrust of mainstream society. Education, Lansing. Awareness of the presence of American Indians within rural and urban settings is also poor. Most people are still unaware over 60% of AI/ AN are in urban settings, with the remainder living in rural settings. Six individuals from Michigan were present at the conference and represented the Michigan Department of Education, the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Indians, Native American Community Services of Grand Rapids and "Common Ground" �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 DIABETES and AMERICAN INDIANS ARE YOU AT RISK? Page 7 Read each statement. If the statement is true for you, write in the points next to each staJement. If the statement is not true for you put a Z. When you are done, add your points. This is your total. By: John Aldred What is diabetes? • My weight is the same as or above the weight listed in the chart..... Yes (5 points) _ _ __ • I am under 65 years of age and I get little or no exercise during my day ...... Yes (5 points) _ _ __ Some people cannot get the blood sugar into cells and muscles because the blood sugar builds up in the blood. When this happens they get high blood sugar and as a result attain diabetes. • I am between 30 and 64 years of age .. Yes (5 points) _ __ • I am 65 years old and older .... Yes (9 points) _ _ _ __ Who gets diabetes? • I am a woman who had a baby that weighed more than 9 pounds at birth ... .Yes (I point) _ __ • I have a sister or brother with diabetes ... Yes (I point)_ __ • I have a mother or father with diabetes ...Yes (I point)_ _ __ Diabetes means having too much sugar in the blood. Your body changes the food you eat into blood sugar. Body cells and muscles use blood sugar for energy. You are more likely to get diabetes if you => => => => => => Are over 30 years of age Are overweight Are inactive Have family members with diabetes Had high blood sugar during pregnancy or Had a baby that weighed over 9 pounds at birth. What are the warning signs for diabetes? l l Some people feel body changes with diabetes. These body changes are warning signs! If you notice any of these body changes, talk with your doctor. => Feel tired => Have blurry vision => Have increased thirst => Urinate more often => Have sores that don't heal => Have sore gums => Have unusual weight loss Other people with diabetes feel no body changes. Are you at risk for getting diabetes? This test will help you find out your risk for getting diabetes. If your total is 3-9 points, you may be at low risk for having Type II diabetes. But don't just forget about it! Learn about what you can do to prevent diabetes. If your total is I0 or more points, you are at high risk for having Type II diabetes. Talk with your doctor. There is a simple blood test to check for diabetes. Extra weight on your body can increase your risk for getting diabetes. Check your weight. Consult your doctor for what your weight should be determined by your height. Diabetes is a growing problem for Native Americans Many Native American have Type II diabetes. Diabetes is a serious disease that can cause problems with the heart, eyes, kidneys, feet and gums. �Turtle Talk Newsletter TalkNewsletter - December 1999 Harvest Feast Gathering By Mark Sanford The Circle of Relatives and the participants of the Three Sisters Garden project hosted a community feast to celebrate the Harvest on November 17. Turkey, corn soup, squash and fry bread was served as well as a wealth of desserts and other side dishes prepared by community members. The event was very well attended with over 100 people in attendance. The food was delicious and there was a sense of excitement around this gathering. Beans of a traditional heirloom variety which were grown in the garden were served at the feast as well. Contributors to the garden project were thanked, with a special thanks to Mr. Bill Dunlop for the Three Sisters Garden story this past summer to be used in the self-guided tour of the garden. Thank you to community members who loaned us tools for this project. Mr. Jim Williams from Maghielse Tool Corp. was in attendance as well as he and his company were responsible for the vacant lot on Broadway between Fifth and Sixth Street for the Three Sisters Garden in 2000. Renee Dillard was there and offered story telling and an introduction to the Corn Grinding Dance. Shirley Francis was the lead dancer and Owashtinong Chung a ming (Grand River Singers) sang for us. Thank you to all of the community members who helped make this event happen. Page 8 Community Members have chance to Feast & Mingle �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 Page 9 HOLIDAY SEASON AND STRESS - PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME Are you already thinking or making your plans for this holiday season? You are not alone and I'm sure some of you have already got. ten gifts or are in charge of planning your family's events or maybe wondering how your going to make it this holiday season. When preparing, keep in mind that "stress" is a natural part of our human makeup. In fact stress isn't all that bad if you know how to manage it. Stress is like the instigator that forces us to "get it done." Just don't wait until the last minute to start planning or stress could elevate to "fireworks" and then our body just breaks down. Your body isn't meant to run in high gear all the time and too much stress can wear you down emotionally and physically. Most households have common stress factors, let's talk about stress that are caused by: stress. That's because stress on parent can lead to: + Abusive Behavior: Stress can wear down a parent's self control. When stress is high, a parent may lash out - often at children. + Depression: Stress can make life seem hopeless. It can weaken the will to work, to care for others, even to live. + Damaged Relationships: Stress can make a parent irritable. Stress and irritability may be shared by other family members, and affect how they treat one another. + Illness: People under too much stress may develop heart disease and other illnesses. In turn, illness of a parent can cause even more stress for the family. + Abuse of Alcohol and Other Drugs: A parent may :::::> Poor Understanding Of Children. Many parents see children as small adults, and expect them to act that way. When children don't, parents may feel frustrated and angry. turn to these for "relief" from stress. Instead, the parent finds more stress - and trouble. Coping With Stress is one of the most important jobs as a parent! Here are some tips: :::::> Lack Of Support. Parenting takes time and energy. Parents may have trouble meeting children's needs and their own. Without support from family, friends and the community, many parents become worn out. 0 Recognize Your Feelings. Anger and frustration are nothing to be ashamed of and all parents have these feelings sometimes. Face up to your feelings because it's the first step in gaining control over them. judge their family against an imaginary "perfect 0 family." The pressure to live up to this ideal leads to stress. Find Out What Causes Anger and Frustration. Try to notice relationships, issues, even times of the day that tend to lead to trouble. Avoid difficult situations whenever possible, but be realistic, too. :::::> The Myth Of The "Perfect" Family. Some parents :::::> Low Self-Esteem. Many parents are unsure of their 0 parenting skills. They have trouble taking the ups and downs of family life in stride. Each frustration is seen as a personal failure. :::::> Work. Not implementing boundaries in order to avoid taking out your frustrations on family is a big factor in everyday family life. Have you implemented your boundaries between work and home? :::::> Financial Stress. Do you continue to argue or worry about how your going to pay your bills? Do you and your spouse continue to get frustrated over money situations and feel like your living from one paycheck to the next? The Whole Family Suffers when parents are under Find An Appropriate Outlet For Frustration. What do you enjoy to do that is healthy? Make a list and incorporate it into your daily living. You make get through them off but refer back to your list when in need of a change or something that will "take the load off. Remember, finding a positive support network is always helpful and community resources may be just around the comer. Stress can't be beat but it can be managed. �Turtle Talk Newsletter TalkNewsletter - December 1999 THE COALIDON OF INDIAN PROGRAMS AND SERVICES INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY T0... .)·!~,~ 'Che 'Chird Annual Anishnabek' l ~ew ~ears ~ve c:famzlp 6'ehbra:tion BRJN6 YOUR FAMILY AND FQJENDlS! ¢ POTLUCK PLBASE BRING YOUR FAVORIT£ DISH TO SHAR£ $ KARAOKE MUSIC AND DANCING WITH MASTER OF CE.IIB.MONY MATT BLUMK£ AND MISTRESS OF C£RE.MONY D£BRA MULLER $ 0'1V;.\SrfflNONG CHUNG;.\ N\ING DRUJ'J\ '1Vttl HELP BRING IN 'THE NE'N JV\JltENNtUJ'/\ ~ha:se_join usfar the partp efthe centurp! WHEN ....... . .. .. ............ . .. DECEMBER 31, 1999 TIME ..... . .............. . ...... 6:00 P.M. - 1:00 A.M. WHERE . . LOCAL 19 UAW HALL, 1750 CLYDE PARK SW (BETWEEN BURTON & CHICAGO/GRANDVILLE) For more information, please call the NACS Office at 616.458.4078 or Mary Cody at the MIETS Office 616.538.9644 1 ~ ·l& ~t 0 l ·:~00 X1 Page 10 �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 WELCOME NEW STAFF Page 11 MllNWA MUNA DIBISHKAWIN! Ahnii, my name is Stephanie Snyder. I recently moved to the Grand Rapids area from Mount Pleasant and I will be working in the Native American Community Services office as a part-time Secretary. I am Native American and a descendant of the Saginaw Chippewa tribe. I enjoy swimming, shopping, and spending time with my family and friends. I am sure I will enjoy spending time in this office and getting to know the people in the community. Hi there! My name is Jennifer Brown, but I normally go by Jen. I am from Shepherd, which is a small town just south of Mt. Pleasant. I graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in public health education and promotion and a minor in exercise science; and I am currently the new Health Educator for the Healthy Heart Program for Native American Community Services. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, fiance, friends, and pets! I also love playing, watching, and coaching many sports. I am looking forward to meeting everyone and having fun in the community. �Turtle Talk Newsletter - December 1999 Page 12 "This could cost him a lot of votes," Allen said. Bush comment offends Native Americans When contacted Wednt!sday, the Bush campaign did not attempt to clarify the remark. The Anzona Republic There are about I million eligible voters in the NaWASHINGTON - Native American leaders say Texas Gov. tive American population, on and off the reservations. George W. Bush misconstrued 200 years of constitutional law Some tribal leaders said they were deeply insulted when he asserted that state law takes precedence in such In- that Bush would seen to overlook numerous treaties, along dian issues as gaming. with years of court rulings and executive orders affording Bush, in Syracuse, N.Y., four weeks ago for fundtribes the protection of sovereign governments. raiser for his Republican presidential campaign, was quoted in a local paper as saying, "My view is that state law reigns su**Respectfullf su/Jmitted Df Bill Dunlap** preme when it comes to the Indians, whether it be gambling or any other issue." Ron Allen, first vice president of the National Congress of American Indians, said Wednesday that he did not think that Bush's remark was a slip of the tongue, but rather a political calculation. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Native American Community Services Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Genia, Hunter (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/626bfa0a4cb0528cb751063c547e223e.pdf f8370d83239c163034c64d959d2df1fb PDF Text Text .., ESOURCES COLLECTIO A Monthly Publication by the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council December/January 1991 THE INVOLVEMENT OF OUR COMMUNITY IS VERY MUCH NEEDED AND APPRECIATED 'El(ecutive 'Director's ~port It is very encouraging to have people from the community fill in and provide activities and services when we have lost resources. I am speaking primarily of Rev. Joe Sprague and members from his church who are here every Tuesday and Thursday preparing and serving meals to our elders. Steve and Lou Collins, Kit Pigeon, Mary Shawa, Roseanna Martell and Geri Conway have done an excellent job in making the meals program very successful. There are also others who have contributed to our community. Carol Downs provided and helped prepare the food for the Elders Thanksgiving Dinner. The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council staff donated money, food, and time to have another successful Ghost Supper. George .M artin presented a Pipe Ceremony to open the Ghost Supper activities and Rev. Joe Sprague opened the feast with an invocation followed by Mabel Shomin with an invocation in Ojibwa. Over 175 people were in attendance. tl~'iJ((ij41tfjlri1t!I While resources have been reduced that created staffing cuts, which effected services to our community, it is real encouraging to see many of you make up part of those services. Continuation of involvement from the community guarantees services to those in need. The community has proven that reduction in resources does not necessarily eliminate total services. That is something of which we all should be proud. .· w . <- .._. . , . . .· ·.. ~· ·~ , ~· ( ·1 ~ The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Board of Directors welcomes its newest Board member, Richard Chambers. The community is invited to attend GRITC Board Meetings. The meetings are held at Grand Rapids InterU bJ,..,~Mfrfa/Air"'""·l~.,.. .. >FMm.,,,,. ,,11.ih'"""''""' , Tribal Council on the second Tuesday of each month. If you are interested in serving on a GRITC Committee please contact us. The by-laws eligibility clause does not apply to committee members and relatives of board and staff. As well, Non-Indians may serve on committees. J. 'Wagner 'Wfiee{e1i 'El(ecutive 'Director <jrand 1@,pUfs Inter-'Tri6a{ Councif A.A. Meetings are held at GRITC on Monday evenings beginning at 6:00 p.m. For any information conract Leonard O'Bannon at GRITC. �GRITC Staff Roste Administration Wag Wheeler ................................... Executive Director Loretta Yount ................................... Executive Secretary Dennis Black ................................... Business Manager Jeff Justin ........................................ Accountant Chris Shomin ................................... Accounting Clerk Ann Lafontsee ................................. Program Developer Substance Abuse Prevention Program Vicki Upton ...................................... Coordinator Leonard O'Bannon .......................... Counselor Hunter Genia ................................... Prevention Pff Robert Stone ................................... CHR Lisa Sams ........................................ Support Staff Pff WHAT EXACTLY IS THE NATIVE WOMEN'S GROUP? The Native Women's Group is: •Relaxed and informal •Open to spontaneity •Flexible •Friendship •A social gathering •Educational Mental Health Services Kathy Polise .................................... Coordinator Judy Dodge ..................................... Case Manager Denise Skorka ................................. Receptionist Ruth Pitcher ..................................... Intern Andrea Romero ............................... Intern Kristi Pagel ...................................... Volunteer It has been brought to my attention that there is some confusion about the Native Women's Group and its relationship to mental health, and what is expected from the women who attend. First of all, the Group is facilitated by a staff person from Employment Program Faye Baker ...................................... Coordinator Mental Heal th and certain issues are presented and discussed that are parallel to mental health issues, ~~~r~i~~~~~:'.~~-~-~~~~··················· Coordinator but, no one, by any means is expected to reveal deep Mary Stitt ......................................... Marketing/Sales Kayle Crampton ............................... Illustrator secrets about themselves or participate in any conversation that is not of interest to them. Second of all, the Group does not seek to make evaluations on Native American Education Program others nor does it seek for members to share confiInvites Interested Persons to Attend Parent dential information thatthey are not ready to share. Committee Meetings Members with same-life experiences are ready to As Indian parents, we can all do things to help our children on their way to becoming successful students. Regular school help if help is asked for, but crises are not a prereqattendance for ALL children between the ages of five and uisite for joining the group. sixteen is Michigan law. It is our responsibility to see that our children are given every opportunity to grow up healthy, happy and become responsible people. Our children need to hear continually that we love them, we are proud of them, and that we support them. They need to hear positive statements about school and its importance now and in the years to come. We are very special people. We are a proud people. We are a strong people. We are a caring people. Our kids need to know this and feel this. This need to know that there are good times and bard times, and that growth (physically and mentally) is never ending. We all have choices in our lives, the choices we make effect our lives and the people around us, our children, our extended family, our community. The staff of the Native American Education Program is supportive of Indian children and Indian families. Our children deserve the very best from their formal educational experiences, so be involved. Know your childrens' teacher, building principal and ask about special services that might be available to your child. JOIN THE NATIVE AMERICAN EDUCATION PROGRAM PARENT COMMITTEE. For information, please call Janet Shomin, Supervisor, Native American Education Program at 771-3318 Agenda for January is as follows: Jan. 7th Jan. 14thJan. 21st Jan. 28th - Adult Children of Alcoholics presented by Leonard O'Bannon Co-Dependency Fetal Alcohol Syndrome presented by Vicki Upton Open Discussion A big thanks to Terri Bussey for sharing her knowledge on Medicinal Plants and Herbs, and for taking the time out of her busy schedule. If you are interested in sharing information with the Group or know of someone who has expertise on a topic that would benefit the Group, please contact me, Judy Dodge at (616) 774-8331. $el1i9fl§ 1l.lhcHe~ ~re t>rC>\frae~ 6\1 the N3ti\f~< ·• .American IVletHoHist cHutcH•• Here •at •<irana•• •• l33t1t~~ Jnt~r..J-fi~~' ~v~ry 'I"l.1~$a~y < · • ~11~ ~f19r~~~x§• ce~'?~et•• t-t<>ti~~>'~>·•• •>• • •• • • • <• ·•·•<<<•··. ·.·.·.·.·. ·. ·. · ·· p9µ[ipit �EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM 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: $ $ $ $ J'TPJ'L Program Limitea 'Work_ 'Ezyerience Summer ')'i:Jutfi 'Training 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. We provide: $ $ 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 PreEmployment Training in a classroom setting to enhance employability skills and job readiness. Candidates are then matched up with employer participants. $ $ $ $ assessments referrals casemanagement counsefing group tfierapy aance ezy.rcise If you would like information on our services, contact our office at 774-8331. SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES GRITC Substance Abuse Prevention and Counseling Services provides services for individuals, families and the community. Our Services include: $ $ $ $ $ Outpatient Counsefing ~[apse Prevention Counsefing (jroup Counsefing Preventive Services Information If you would like any information on drugs or alcohol, or on our services, contact Vicki at 774-8331. 'Information ana eaucation are tfie /(g,ys to figfiting tfiis major pro6fem' BOOKS NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH THE MICHIGAN INDIAN PRESS People of the Three Fires (hardbound) People of the Three Fires (softbound) Aube Na Bing Sleeping Bear The Mishomis Book Walk in Peace (hardbound) Walk in Peace (softbound) $25.95 $15.95 $24.95 $24.95 $l3.95 $17.95 $ 8.95 A 40% discount is available for orders of five books and over. For ordering information write or phone the Michigan Indian Press, Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Ml 49504, or call (616) 774-8331. �December January Joseph Raphael Billy Schrubbe TracyWesaw Harvey Anderson Jeremy Merryweather Christina Shomin Robin High Kathleen Flyod Sarah Andrews Dave Russell Joshua Shomin Edmund Pigeon Richard Raphael Robin Raphael Matthew Boyer N elxine Francis Trisha Genia Carrie Martinez John Bennett James Mataxagay Ruben Chivis Rosemary "Judson" Johnson Emily Elizabeth Kahgegab Joe King Gary Sheahan Paula King Robert Parkey George Shagonaby Sylvia Swanson Carmen Corby Virginia Herr Susan Smith Susan Lewis Bill Memberto Phil Memberto Joe John Rhonda Davis Sara Shomin FREE SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR HOME-BOUND ADULTS Would you or a friend benefit from one of the following: * Friendly Visitation * Errands & Shopping * Home Chores * Caregiver Respite * Minor Repairs * Other Special Services If interested - please call: Jackie Pointer or Jo Mansfield Visiting Nurse Services Volunteer Program 774-2702 · Looking for satisfaction? Interested in helping others? Have an hour or so to share? Become a VISITING NURSE SERVICES VOLUNTEER Volunteers are needed to *Provide a break for a caregiver* *Visit shut-ins* *Run errands for the elderly* Volunteers are matched to specific assignments. We provide training, service credits, recognition and ongoing support. For information call Jackie or Jo at: 774-2702 �New Public Museum Presents "TALKBACK" Lecture Series Cultural Gathering Committee Awarded State's Model Project Award Starting January 15, 1991, the Public Museum of Grand Rapids will present a series oflectures called "TALKBACK" about the new riverfront Public Museum. Seven lectures will occur between June at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Public Museum. These public meetings will share the progressandseekinputfrom thepublicin theplans for the new Public Museum. The series is supported by a grant from a federal agency, the Institute of Museum Services. The "Cultural Gathering Committee" received the first place award at the Prevention Network/National Council on Alcoholism Annual Meeting, held on Tuesday, December 11th, in Lansing, Michigan, for the project entitled "All Together as One". The award was presented by Joan Walker of the Michigan Office of Substance Abuse Services to Victoria Upton, Committee Chairperson (GRITC staff) and Robert Stone, Committee Member (GRITC Staff). Familiar faces at the Awards Presentation also included Ted Holappa; Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs, Mike Petosky; Northwestern Michigan College, Leonard O'Bannon; Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council/PreventionNetwork Board Member, and the Two Hawk Singers. The Two Hawk Singers gave a very moving and memorable demonstration of Native American songs. Ten other projects received honorable mentions including CHEERS (E. Lansing),HutchinsPuppetTheatre (Detroit), Anti-Drug March (Pontiac), Single Mothers of Color (Detroit), Rochester Families in Action (Rochester Hills), Lake Fenton Student Action's Commercial (Fenton), Watervliet Youth Outreach (Watervliet), E.T. White Junior High School (Lapeer),ParentSupportNetwork(Bridgman),and PRIDE (Newaygo). The Museum's Native American collection will form the core of a major exhibition in the new Museum, along with permanent installations that explore Grand Rapids' furniture heritage, celebrate the area's ethnic diversity and honor the wonders of our natural world. The Public Museum is currentlyraising$12,000,000 in private funds for its new $33,000,000 downtown riverfront facility. This new family education and entertainment center will be a tourist attraction for all of West Michigan and will open to the public in the spring of 1994. On the agenda for the TALKBACK series: January 15th, 1991 - People of This Place - The Native American Story. Meet Dr. Ruth Phillips, international expert on the decorative arts of the Great Lakes Indians, and Frank Ettawageshik, traditional Odawa storyteller and craftsman. They will share with you the life, history and culture of Native Americans from this area. Museum staff will present the latest draft of how they plan to present this information in the New Museum. ~Ceas~••saicJe•• ~l?t,i~•• miJ§~•·•~&~~~n••'lap~•• • · ~Ell~:; The Cultural Gathering Committee was comprised of individuals from The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council, Native American Churches, Department . of Social Services (Indian Outreach Program), Grand Valley Indian Lodge, Title V Indian Education, and other very much appreciated volunteers. �Some Native American Contributions to Today's World MAPLE SYRUP SUGAR WHITE POTATOES SWEET POTATOES TOMATOES PINEAPPLES AVOCADO TURKEYS CLAMBAKES PEMMICAN CANOE TOBAGGAN SNOWSHOES MOCCASINS TIPI KAYAK LACROSSE TOMAHAWK PIPE SMOKING CORN POPCORN WILD RICE SQUASH PUMPKINS PEANUTS CRANBERRIES CREWING GUM CHOCOLATE BABY CARRIERS TOBACCO COTION RUBBER QUININE VARIOUS MEDICINES PANTS TAPIOCA 14 TYPES OF BEANS JERKEY Over half of the present world's food supply comes from the American Indians Agriculture, primarily consisting of corn and the so-called "Irish" Potatoes. The Indian value system has been recognized as one of the most important contributions. Many American Indian societies placed emphasis and importance on: Thousands of American Indian Names dot maps in states, cities, counties, lakes, mountans and rivers, and hundreds of Indian names are used as trade names for manufactured products, etc. Respect for Mother Earth (Ecology) Respect for Fellow Man (No Prejudice) Respect for Great Spirit Respect for Elders Respect for Family Tradition Thousands of years of peace (before 1492) No alcohol No drugs No tranquilizers Generosity and Sharing No major wars No taxes, borders or boundries No insane asylums, jails, or prisons Honest leadership selection Bravery and Courage No religious animosity No poor and no rich Indian art, designs and styles have strongly influenced modern design, architecture, and music. Youth groups such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Campfire Girls and YMCA Indian Guides all include programs which may or may attempt to simulate Indian lore, arts, crafts, character building and other skills. Past American Indian civilizations influenced the present form of democratic government. The Iroquois Confederacy was copied by Benjamin Franklin when he drafted the Federation of States. �What is cocaine? Cocaine in its pure form is a white crystalline powder extracted from the leaves of the South American coca plant. The drug sold on the street is a mixture of the pure substance (cocaine hydrochloride) and various adulterants added to increase the quantity, for he seller's profit. How is cocaine being used? Most users "snort" cocaine, that is, they sharply inhale the powdered mixture. Another form of the drug called "freebase" is made by chemically converting the street drug into a basic form that can be smoked. Smoking freebase is an especially dangerous practice. Cocaine is also injected, sometimes mixed with other substances. Which type of use Is most dangerous? The use of cocaine is risky in all forms. As with any drug, the risks vary depending on the amount, how it is used, the setting of use, and individual sensitivity. Risks increase as the amount and frequency of use increase. When cocaine is smoked, very large doses reach the brain within seconds, increasing the risks. Injecting cocaine carries the additional hazards of serious infection and possible adverse reactions to the impure injected mixture. When "snorted" even small amounts of cocaine in sensitive individuals may be enough to cause convulsions that can result in heart and respiratory failure, and death. Do adulterants increase the risks? Yes. Cocaine adulterants and cocaine substitutes in common use increase the hazards of taking an already risky drug. The user cannot monitor the dosage of the drug taken. The cocaine that ends up in the hands of the consumer ranges widely from 30% to 95% pure and some of the adulterants are dangerous as well. Do people get "hooked" on cocaine? Yes. Cocaine is an addictive drug. Researchers have found that an addicted animal will prefer cocaine to food even if starved. Sometimes people who have been using the drug over a period of time continue to use it just to feel "normal", or to avoid the severe depression and fatigue that occurs when they try to stop using the drug. Virtually no one who becomes addicted to cocaine ever thought they would. c•c:aine Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council- Substance Abuse Prevention Program What are the Immediate effects of co- Do withdrawal symptoms occur when calne? people stop using cocaine? When cocaine is "snorted," the effects begin within a few minutes, peak in 15 to 20 minutes, and disappear within an hour. The immediate effects include dilated pupils, increases in blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and body temperature. The user usually feels a sense of well-being and may feel more energetic or alert. Does cocaine get ride of depression? Once the initial euphoria wears off, in about 30 minutes, users are likely to feel more down, more depressed than when they started. The higher the high, the lower the low. There's even a name for the low: the "coke blues." People often get caught in "binge and crash" cycles when they use cocaine and take other drugs to get rid of the depression that follows the short-lived cocaine "high". Users often get caught in a down cycle of needing more and more of the drug just to feel "normal". Does cocaine Improve concentration and performance? Some users report that cocaine, like other stimulants, increases their concentration and improves performance on a variety of tasks. No objective evidence support these reports. Basically, they just think that they are doing better. Moreover, cocaine is a short-acting drug, and within an hour, a person not only feels less alert, but more anxious, tired, or depressed than before. Doescocalneenhancesexualpleasure? Cocaine may initially seem to act as an aphrodisiac, probably because of its initial psychological effects as well as its actions on the sympathetic nervous system. However, when used on a regular basis, cocaine can produce complete sexual dysfunction. How does cocaine effect the heart? A large dose, or even a moderate dose under some conditions, can overtax the heart and may be fatal. Regular use of cocaine can cause heart palpitations, angina, arrhythmia, and even a heart attack. Yes. Symptoms of cocaine withdrawal include exhaustion, irritability, sleepiness, loss of energy, depression, and an intense craving for more cocaine. Is there a cure for cocaine dependence? Most people who become dependent on cocaine require help in order to stop using cocaine. Cocaine dependence is a persistent and devastating experience. Users may be unaware of or deny the negative effects of the drug because they are addicted. Treatment can be long and costly and craving may persist for long periods. The most common reasons given for entering treatment are financial and family problems What Is Crack? "Crack" has recently been identified as a popular form of cocaine sold in certain areas of the state. It is especially dangerous for these reasons: It is smoked and absorbed through the lungs which produces a very rapid and powerful impact on the heart, brain and nervous system, sometimes resulting in death. Because Crack is a very pure form of cocaine many people who intended to use it only once or twice, just to "try" it, become addicted. 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Betty Libary Jones Grand Valley State College Allendale Ml. 49401 Services at (jrantf 'l@pidS Inter-'Iri6a{ Councif are supportetf 6y 'ITie 'llnitetf 'Way • � 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 Stitt, Mary (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/8f962aff9a378e49b322d5e36da0d3c4.pdf e319ba33da9073b16c5020931d950172 PDF Text Text d..f?; ~c Grand 6 ~ Rapid s Inter -Tribal Counct l :r: 756 Pri d ge St . N.W . .._i_. .., ... ,. II 't ~ I! l ~ !i L,,,_-...,,,--~)71t;i, -A>o.-t-~-'""' ... _ ..._,., ...... 6 _ _ _ ... __ " '~" ...... - • . - . . - , . -... - -.................. ~. ,-~-'~ �GHAND RAPIDS HJTEP-TRIBAL COUNCIL l yi. l i_ .t G?..APHICS DEPARTMEN'E TURTLE TJl.LK STAFP EDITOli ..... r • ,. . . . . . ,. . . . * •• " , ... ,, .................... " •• " .If ....... ,. • ,a; .. "'" , , TO!rt .A.. FOS!"'rER ASSISTANT EDI'l'OH ••••••• , ••••••••••••••••••••••••••• , VIRGIN LA MEDACCO HERH CIRCULATION •...•..•.•...••.•.••••..•.••..•..•.•.••.•..••.••••• RO.SS MORGAN CLER I CAL AIDE. • • . • • • • • • . . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ELIZA OFFICE ASSISTANT (PART 11 TOOTSIE 11 PETOSKEY TlME) ••.••.......•••.•.•.....•......... ROSS MORGAN TYPISTS. , ••• , .................. , •••••••••••••.••••••••••••.• TONI A. FOSTER VIRGINIA MED.A.Ceo HERH ARTl:\T .. '9 .... "' • ~ ~ ......... " • Cl ......... ~ ,. • <. ......... " . . . . . . . . . . .,. • <!- ,,, ....... *** 'foe T·ONI A. FOSTER TURTLE TALK Staff WOLL1 d 1.ike to tl::=i.nk. Ltie fo ,_10-,,;ing peop1.r:-: who helped us witb the ::i.s::embl:ingi .!:'·1·aµlint: and labeling of last month 1 s i s:.~ue: l{a t.hy Bowen Nisty dowen <kn~ Wt,ee}cc 1'2-.t Lc.onsfoot • �HOMEMAKERS CLUB w~ Due to the holidays and bad weather; Homemakers Club has not been holding their f•-"red a heart attack recently. He is home recooperating now, after spending some time in St. Mary's Hospital. · Get 'ncetinc:s. But as soon as there is a break in the weathert we will go back to were sor-ry to learn that BOB SHAW.At c~iunsdor al: Owls Indian Outreach ,"~suf­ well real soon, Bob! our weekly routine. A series of discussions that is open to We hope that JEANETTE KESHIK wiil be on the mend soon, also.~Jea'iiette was the everyone will stact, Jan. 17, 1979 at Lexington School gym. Child care and innocent . victi.m of a recent stabbing. transportation will be provided for this For additional information, contact Sue or Mike at '1566985 or Jean and Mary at the Council. It good to also see that ROBIN CRAMPTON recovered well from his vlsi t. to the and for Homemakers Club. I will contact the Homemakers when there will be a meeting. hospital some time bG:ick too. · Our .very deepest sympathy goes out to the family of DENNIS KEQUAM, who passed away on January 8th. ®®© ~4~~ Jean Warren, HOMEMAKER AIDE A MATTER OF IMPORTANCE INTRODUCING .•••• Thi.nking about moving? Or have you moved recently? If thj_s is the case, please By Virginia Medacco Herr let us ·know!!! ROSS MORGAN Too many TURTLE TALKS are coming back to our office and when we do receive orfe it costs us 25¢ per copy. WG would very much appreciate it if you would just give us a call or give u:::: your new address on a post card and send i t in to us. That's al] it takes. It would really help us out. al<)t. @©00 Erie-Seneca and Mohawk is the ancestry of Ross Morgan, who has worked part time in the Circulati.on Department of TURTLE TALK since September 1977. Ross also does some wl."iting for our paper. ON THE PERSONJl.L SIDE. • • • • • Bern in Mt. Clemens, Michigan where his · f,;,ther was stationed at Selfredge Field, hLs peop:te are actually fr>om New York state and he grew up on the Ca ttaragas Seneca Heservation south of Buffalo. Our congratulations goes out to DONNA DliNLOP 1 shet was married recently. to· t1"'f:u1t:Cc::i:.; COL'l]B_. Donna used to be here wi_ th us in our department. We wish you rmch desecved happiness, Donna! Congratulations also to TAM11Y SHAWANDASE in media work, Ross is presently attending Grar.d Valley's Wi.ll:Lam Jnten~sted J;:i;:nes College where he is studying ll.rts '-~nd Media, in which he hope~ to get a deg:ree. He also occasionalJ.y writes fo:r the Grand Valley PAPER. of Gr::md Rapids ar1d BILL BULLIS of Detroit who were marriE:·d DecefilberJO:at Westgate Indian Mission. We wish this happy cm.ple much happiness also. ,JI~ • WESTRICK, 16 year old Junior at Ke11- oggsville High School is also line for somc3 congratulations. Jim, son of Marya.nne Fa.sburg recently too'.( f'Ome honors ir1 wrest.ling, winning fourth and third place awar•ds, in that order. Mi 11 A11 student, he also made the honor roll last pt:r.iod" We are proud of you Jim! Ross is a very tnteresting and truly caring person~ particularly when it ccme.s to our own people. I would say jn his case, ''action speak louder than words fl when it comes to the "golden rule" oe "concern" 1.;hen some of us seem to be in tY-ouble or i1 need of a helping hand. He is genuinely concerned. He cares about people, friends and farlJ.ilY. Of concern to hJ.m also is his own Bear Clan and the Wolf Clan of his cousins. Ross says, ' 1 I wish more people 2 would try · �to pay attention to each other, a.nd it you CAN'T l eJ.p your brother's ;:1ncl ~3:i stenr, DONYT hind(~r them either, Don't run P'<1ple dm,T1. You •jon 1 t kr1ow what thev i-J2. -'C to pr\.;duc .3 ana d1..r&ct a n1o·v.1c; ! 1 th~: pars? 1 to put up with. n Tb:ic:~ H~ also says he tries to be a tradition- alist, but finds 1t ".:.i:lff:lcult in trH-:; modern world and rum:• :i.nto pt'(·Dle1:.s t,f'Y•· ing to :1k0ep :. t t-0E;e1-,~,cr." b_~1.0nit: loves activities. ~:.eadW-m"k, 11.is O'V.'n r:.erbs. '.0::r_i.l11.-".!l' w;irL 1 1' ru:tTT::~: f'H::r•:- :'.-;. ~d Zi~:~3 n-7.E- f;eer1 gi/:Ce r~c.}V-6tf.b·~?r ~~ t. tt~--~ c.~ Ci.S .,]:~~;~ 1977 Ross 1tves ~~n H·o,ci{fo1,,.C on th~- Hor:ri..ie g~L it::;~-t and is interestA::.C. :i.n ecolo[';y ;;;.nd love;::, 1 t .. ~. L Particul~r:\ Skj_trJtS ~ i.,::.ctr:1pl!.:P~ ;,-ind st-:irnret:--lC Sf1.f' aJ -::.0 lil-[~~t~ to tr~1ve1.,. Ere11dE~ K;1' i_ect< -~.s l.-1.~ ! cil the outdoo:~ life. Ee- loves <mimalsl> plant. li. fe and gar dt::fJj ''iC'. ±:e ~:Ll:>o p)ro\~:s .~a. baired ..:J.&:i tt...c:1:::J ar1 out:~or . .,..... (G.:1ct1/ t.-~"'- CE:T.?. I b "-/te~·y att1 1 ~.i_( ~r!a._~·.).l-··~·;d .s11e ·y.'~i.l.~ "' .. 'ot{;_ ~;1i.cnl.i.~~:y~ '3.t:0 )..;\::St"'=;·"·r ,E~f'ni-.d.d lJn5 v.~:;r"l,\l ~..y i;:; Slr' {' ... :: :i_:.> t.i'"tJ(.. Y'_ ~n i::_)pe<:J.:~.1 E~.it;r::, ..~.~1.ox'. ~.!~ct(" and wood ca.rving a1.:1c take up t:i~ :.e:Lsure hoti.rs and h1-:i ts cct"r·entl:l workir;g cn a wooc!0:·1 'Jl,)Oun . Ross i;; a ·vc~ry per-sonab1e rtiEU' <.:Lnd prett~t good at food preparatJon too. It h::ls beccme a tradition ar;:.; •i:d here to "bre.0.k bread 11 ;.;j_ th Robs every Friday ;~s tl.1a t :!. " wnen he beings in hJ.~ cwr· 2!pecial !co:·::emade heal. th bread and but t.;::r r'or cv,?ry- si~ce shs iz a tY",·~_ . .lG 0~:: ~n~/ one here at the CounciJ to 1/Ji.. never lose you~ci co:1cern "!an/womar; ! ! ! " s!:~art> fo1~ ycti.·~· 1 in. :,t-1 Lyp~~al ~;i::1f;~L .sh.~:; t.::at gL._E;s~:~ t 1~~r·~r~.i.~:.¥·~ hri. ~-- L ~ i.1 h.f_ ,... i3v.t·:. soci'"-~{~ ";..j/ .,. re~.1c.;.i.' CltRLOTTA J>.1ElHSHKI .A. rar(;; t)l7;aut·y! 'll1at :Ls Car-Jot·:.,.~1 A°'·J-,~~ri.:.~ ~- -~ . . i;J·~·re I so fort:.tinatc~" ar.> t.rJ ~.r 1.c~k 1.~ a n}. Y';l.l':;;.. .:J.·.. •· bout 01.d· per:p1e and 1:12.d tc c.bci~)SE· $\,.1~nt~·).I 1· fur the \>:?.rt of th.0 be 2.i.• tiful .:i:di.;-.r L::ti-- ~ . ::.>~~- . . . !..~ ,.. ,_K~:: I~.:!_c(_'c·t(··:,:~ ~:.u :~nt.. eel'.:/~·:~ ~. 1 (>nn. 11 .. ~-· ; . .~· r··e"': :."'(.r;~~;.::. tf.:=3.. ~-·1~-~·:y "fj\1., 11 'r:.t ~ . . :...1.~_(-!J .. den, without hesits.t1.on, I wouJ.o E.t'"tu;c Sht~ IS lovG1y tel l·,_1C·k a~:.~ r..:~.r1~1 lovely '~.o 1:now 21lso. (OncE; yoll f~e~·: t>C) kno!. -\J 1·1e1";, J.s st1c is .somc\~;l'la t c~n r.:·.:e CE.>-- . .. 1' :-:E·rve d. ZlGt: C";irlotta.. Carlc~tta is the Job Coach. Ai.dl:. i:)n the 11cr~.; CETA I Prot:-,rar;J since M~rch f.-.orn trlE • and t~,~:$.s b:;;en ~;1..Ltt1 '-'~~· Tribe, ,:,f ~).:(""! C··~)tH~.S(:~~: ''};i _,l\.:; r;·u<.::.~ r..:. ti c•r\ . , 1977. i.Jt.ta·~·:a. ~>.·~:.~~.:'.1.1.()::_:·~il, Carlott~:.. i~:1~~ b'.Jt7.1. in Nortl1port ~ i-·1:i ...:h.if.:~.r1n ~::.:nd iE'. ;::r· ..J r:Y: :".h~:·r of tl1re~~ ~rear c: l d (Jc.:tS'.)n, ~wt.o ~L ~~ ~~ u~ t a~ little dc;ll... {Good looh~c rur1 2n tJ·i8 farn.i-ly.) Carlotta :Jays she is ,just ci. tcr;,sbody and :in her spare t ... me, t10s c:!..y l i 1~<.?s 1 to read. Maybe you shouLi go ·Lntc., ncting, '.>-,rlotta, catlse VJbo L.nc-·IS'? ~~:tJb~ ;:.'.OinLr1~y l" l'J g::_.}1, ..:..}·iC LOTP0._ 35·1.0ri st.:;,.ff s:.s 1 J::~.:·P''K.~~1(~r1t uii·-~:ic. .. ,:n·· ·~;J8~ (;Qi"l, ~: iS,:·1::J h.-!r • 1.)t 1"".~:r .~ :::r:~.. l of ()i,.;c en~'._.,. i,r i �HONOf: ROLL :r.0 Crand liapid.s Inter-Tribo:.l Co1.:nc.il w~-,uld 1ike to conr;ratul ate tL.a following W<dstudents who were li.~0 ted on the vartous honor r,..))ls during October, l.1lovember·, :-p~··.dgt• a.'1d December. They are 2s follot-m: December 1978 l 978 Oc'cober 1978 I(0verrber~ .rv'.::JU>EMIC HONOR HOLL :vtiktt1~rrere ACADEMIC t-lONrn:; ROLL FStb}-; ScMi·~ f'..C.ADE~~I C TKlJCIP. HOLL .r:n...;ch ------·,..-·-· .3hananaquet , crn Leaurea.ux Pave M;)rtell Car:>- ::almgr·en Wilham Schrubbe Kim Cash I~c1thy Gar y lv!a l..nigrt.::n E 1.o.ine Mashka 1 ATTENDANCE HONOR ROLL --·--- BEHAVIOR HONOR ROLL ·Pa.ui.'~e11 nick Cash BEHA 'v IOH HONOR HOLL iiavid Dominquez Mary· Dominquez ,:iandra Floyd Kim Ca'.;.:h ra:Jr.a-.sur:t:T81ct-- J.er1~i (iEil"'Y '.J(:t1rubbt~ Leaureaux .Malmgren Paul i1arte.11 !ITTSNDANCE HONOR ROLL Kim Cash --~ BEHAVIOR HONOR HOLL rerr8r-e---- Ricky· Cash M'Ike Mary Dom.igucz Gary r'l2lme;ren Da·vid MArtell Mj_ke Fer:rc,re K6:..thy Schrubbe WU1i2.rn Schrubbe Sandra Floyd Paul Martell Terri Lcat.1.r·eaux. Kathy Schrubbe Ci1arl'Js Shananaquet Liz Wcsaw Gary Malmgren Chuck Sh2,nanaqt.:et ]),::.ve Mar"te11 Paul Martell Elaine Mashka Laura Bllrfie1c !t-:1BvWE ARE VERY PEOUD IJF rnu ALL ! ! i *** Kathy Schrubbe Ei L.y Schrubbe Chuc[1: Shananaqtwt. Liz We:saw CONGHfiTULATIONS ARB IN ORDER l .-.----·--------~---·-m00~1sh 8~~ , f1_.r are ir~ ord-.~r for .stu·---· h ·1 ... -·.~ th,i7.:. cc.rnp1eted CEtJ er i:ir;h Sivl1ool thc::: Indian AduJ t L0c:1rrd.ng Center; a.s 01 Januar·y 1, 1979. r_('-n.(-;ra~::,ulatio.ns t,1e Ir1cLi('ln~ Ba~'. 7oday I i"'-'~:;n-c ~>tep.J vit~r,, vei-y .: ] ow &~ 1 ~eDG a]0,~. l sa~ ~1its ~e~, six of tl.cm, mayb<::. 3evcn: digging in a pit and :..;:~- ft:LY1f:, thE.'. sa.nd-- . .··L.:~-- l?:g;ing and lO\.)l<J.rJg: and th~r1 di.[~gj_n;; a_c~2:!.G . ;'i k'.l.!.k, GJl<:l my (). NGRl1TULJ.1TIONS TO: It ~i~i:-:1 t.b.G placf.~ I.Jl''!cre r.na..ny ()~·· n1y· fa.tl-'h~.r':ls ha{.1 b-~:en bi.; r.iG(:~ ,, T.;'u.l_)"', it t,;;J.~~ .so roany ,J •. ,.Jy Chippewa rFJol)ns Cl.etl•s Marst;~ll Dcb:··a ~lj_ bbs Henry W:...ck-n:an i Mad( ..Tames Raph&t~l Judy Rapha.el CG.i'oly:l Hinmo:i T.i.1n EilSley E.srvey I ewis Ruth Towers V •. :] a..'1 Shom:i.n Gert M21mgren 'uc MerH~fee Larry King 1 Sr. Janes McCan:1 Ron Judson ~ t> ~ .. , G"'evel ·i no· l\lorm·" r P'"'' s r d i.~ 1-:.l. '1.t:J.... i · -.a!.:..... a at)\ .Jt)lm Traver t.¢®0 f ------·-···-9'lf~-oj-"""''' ,..__.~_..._._.~"""-·-.r-J pa!:-~-t thc1t I c-c.r1tiot cotJr1'c. ti1e :/e-;p··.:;; the gra,tes of F1y pc~cp.le. And che F:ed r.1art h.~:!:J \A1a1ked 1tJi rt' rf:g1).rd t.t1r. ouf~1 thE:: larid: kno~~rLn:.1~ ';J:1at i.t cr;·vcred Lhe bones of (}t.tr f2_tbecr~ ·012f(1r-0 y;2t. t.J1r;::.r W;:~re i .1.,.1_.li'\:..c... , ____. 1 t-r(~f";" ".:J1e;:/ t-.Jc;~C:-·--ta.Lki~ r::: :ir:.t:; sg chcy· lfrted up a. bone 1 of i:~i.:Jh, or ar .CJf}(:tec.t t·1c;;,ipo.n Ttc-y said ·c.r·ey covld find out Y~=-;r~ and ja..l_gt·,or E: !=lc·ce of ~-v.~;.;r-.~ a.lJ abutil thr:~ n SCP/36~~$. ~~ {Have tJ1ey pr Gv0d t.tJ(..rr~ves le·'~:;~J ~<.:nr~;e than J::t?) i,J.2 1 \.'·~'ho l:i.ved hcr»C' ;:>o 1cf'r; ago. ·Mayb1~ UH~Y cot.d.c; ~~-c.<t for • was named Johnny Wagoost1--t. 1 ·at to 1 sor:1~?tJ_1nes hi.:' ad;~. they arc v :ry 1 But. my I'war: kr1.ev1 t1H:re ·~·,ras no ;..;a~; i,;j_3A ~-n t'~t{· ~>.::iin:.. ng .. 1 for I f\~t::.15..nr~:) ~"Jf ~~-J!-·sb:~.p f•); �JJ!'<2· ;;_rnor~f, t-l~c_:.!n; long ago. .. n ·.._r-... G..:ty . . , 1.1 i- Lc~~.i. .... l1... c., ..... ~j r1C.h t-L~ nlanc tr]p to Buffalo and motor trip no J..OVi,;· fo:c n1y 1:.ef. . i)l'.:· c.~ 1 1; no:·th to Nt2i.::;a~a FaJ J ~;. : " ,,,3::-_; all. jL toe• rmch. Could I reallly be here? Th8n my heart asked t.hiB qu-::;s tion: HGw would tlisy f'e,:~!. .i ""' th.::;y .::;.w Indian, 1 tl1c conqu~<r.. or;:;.. r'ik:~ up the bor1es of t '~1(·-i r dead 1 t:ver;. th{:: bcr1es of t~h•- _rat11er·s .:-:"-H-1 rer:is Ler tnfI. at tJ1e Converi. t,j_c>n Cf..:.: -tc;. • 1 ~< !t.~:y, Dora and .:. r1ad0 our ~d:/ ir tJ t;lte exhibit. nan there, \here everyone was in the: pro,_~e::;s of settirw up bootl•~: tc ::;:iow. their var· im.s i terr,s. .such a.s jewslry ·, blankets and baskets. Actudl ly, t.n:~re ;.usn 1 t ::~ great deal ol' activity a.. ~­ Uds 1,ias :;unday everi5.ng a,.1d thin.:.~s were 1\ .Ct er mothers ar.d :UtL1e <mes ;.,ho bad l.ivec!:' Tri my ht'.?.d 1 ,;.nei'i J.t did not rn.atter, !'")r flt::. . ~h and bor1es were no 1on.gr:::r nePC:t3d 1-;y the q.ih. ts wbo t1:1'1 t;pnc to the Happy But fle:Jb and bo;1es wl.l J aJ w.:=-,y!.' to the spj_r·Lt.s who J ._ not schect~!ed to get started until the nex·1.. day. -S":~em (i'~ac are !JtUl clot:.l'Jed ,JiU; flesh and hot;e·;. Let them "bo ::.cc t\i .5 r I d0n' t rf::n<':rnbc;r who fir-:3t noU ced i r, ..Lovec: ones L~<:: dead 1 deny it* I ·.~a~r:hcd but. one of us finally rea.l:i.zed that ·,.p for av.::bil.i:· ~.;.1·1 ti.. er1 r;ent awoy sad. I had:-!tt. (;at.er;. for qttite som·.::·. ti.rne, and wJ.shec: I bad not s.<:•en •-:hat I ::>aw. I .'el t then ~mrldenly hur;ger pangs ~~c:ruck all i.n my rh:,art that pechap0 Lhey would bavc: tbr;~,:; •:Jf us at. once. Automatically> 0ur shown truE: wJ.sclom if they had J.eft tl:v~ feet 1 ook us to the first place wituin crumb1:i.nt; bon;~~; of my peor)le U.e as t:1ey sight, that t1ad food, which happened Lo wet"", covered by the silent ::~and, and they 1 b<:' right across the plaza from the Con themselves, walked ~;ofly thrm_;c;h Lh~~ land, vent ;on Center. The restaurant was even riere, thro...igh 1 ···.:: lar:d that tne called .J.P. ~t.organs and was upstairs :in Indi.ans Jove(L :i building which also t1ad ci disco ancJ deli dow:iSL<:iir.3. We haci a short 1Bit fo·· ~ table in their cozy lounge, iodulging i~ some liquid refreshment during the •..v;:li t. (Mine wa:.:; gingec ale. I can• t U.UHA PARKEY lS FHOM Pf~TOSKS'i, MICHIGAt~ crnLD :,mLFAH!~ ACT PASSED Cor~res5 The 95th passed tbs ~!e l.1'are l\ct of 1 Q78 , '' Tbe act stal.2~1 in H~)ec. ~. ~~ ~ t "inci~n 5): tl1<.:1t. reu:emlle:c what the other Mousekateers While ic the lounge 1 \ ..Je raet .i..~liO l~1di.Bs who l:l3.d come from Californ:La for t:.,,;-_:o conver.ti.on, whtch wborn we h:c·icl a nicE: ct,.at., Child <J.ranl. .:.) -~~ht:) St21:-:~s, exerc.is.inc their recognized j•TUdi er, ion over In1.~ ian Ctli.! d cus t.ody pro-· c,a. ve the waiter our order. ce<.'<Hrigcc: thr·'mgh aarnin.i sti'atl.\e and Jucl- :: stle<i, w1.:; icial bodies, have often Katny chose the deep fried shrimp, faile~ to reco~­ no~a C'''G•:.r cd tr«; seafood p1a.tter <e;wl I bc.c'. niz,:;' tk· t:s:Je:-it:i.al tr:i.t•al relaU ,:>ns of' r~y mouth water's y(~~:t, when I Indiar: pec•pJy and tht~ Cultural. and :~cc1al rrii:"1.e rib standarcb pr·cvaiLi.ng jn Indiun CO!l1'l:mn.U.e~; r~:'rn·2mber t~he appetizer·s; succuJ. ert stuf'fi. .. ! ~ndshroon~s. A rea 1 delicacy! J.t1di2cei.. 1;.j and f::.mili.e::.. 11 we ba8ked luxuriantly in this fine re-Tl!.Sfm ARE F'U.RTBER .STATEMENTS AND PHOVI~)ION.3 TO AJD INDIAN CHlLDHEN IN CHILD cu~rODY dND FOS7ER CARE PROCEEDirGS, taur:;.nt enjoying the de 1.ic .i..ous fr)C·1, ~r...i did not yet realize that this was to b~ and last such ext.r. "J.'ldL~ancc· e ( t.)E:. f'or<:" the 1~ip was ov12r., we wou1t:1 oe eatin{; cheese and cr•acker"'. l our WHICH AhE i-lEA NT TO .A :rn Arm PROTF'.'~T INDJ!'\N CHIL.Df~2N. IT 1 ,'.) ONLY TO BE HOP2D THAT Tllf 1::ot!HT:3 WILL NOW CAREY OUT THS PHOVISIO:L~ OF' THIS u;w ~~®00 f~~r;::~t By Virgicia Medacco Herr rJtAr appetites satia tef', 't:e return2d t<~ our hotel. .,"' Well ... not exactly our hot0l �y' ".,1or ~~ ~ -~ h<:· .3 t ~;JJ~D:'~ 1 t he t, . . _, ~-1c which was called ironically, THE INDI"N LOUNGE. '. ( l_; ·, ~ ~- . .!. '·~ -....... .. !'. -~- over 5000 people attended the conference.) And in c.ase one missed t.rie sign which said Ind:iar. Lounge, there wa::; al.so A.fter the st;ss).on, we took a break. Ena hur;e neon sign dipicting an Indian Chlef ter:i.ng tl1e ..::xhibit hall once agair;, we in full head dress, a11 1i t up! ! ! This ran .int(.) our first fami1iar f2ces i Cl:'.UCk was ti1e Indian Lounge, to be sure. And to .'.Jhan<.-maquet fro-n Owl Indian Outr<~ach. and further confirm it t cn.:c had only to go in- Gary Shai-1a 1 Native American Speciali.st s:i.de. Painted on the walls were huge rn~re J,n G. R. Public .Schools. After a colorful murals with scenes of Ind:i.an.;; in friendly gr8eting to Chuck and Cary) we battle and hunting etc. AL;o or1 the i;.m11 was a painting of the nViaid r)f tn0 Hist, II c;vi~r an Indian maiden going a canoe . the fa} h> in And I'll wager t.nat never bt:- fore has the Indj an Lo1..mg,;:, been filled to capacity wi.th (you guessed it) real very unexpectcly c<l.n into P:l.ne 3rH..•rnin fror~ our city. And after ::;aying hello to Pine, we ~wt.Jc2d that we •~ere hungry a{;ai.n. Realiz:Lng that our pocket books aidn 1 t m:i tch ou1' tastes, 1ve decic!ed to Jook fo.r- a more reasonable pl3ce to Indians! It was truly an Indian Lounge that night, as several.white people learneci as they can1e t,:] the door to peep °l!"J. Crossing ea~. the plaza and l1eading toward the mall, vJho ·.Hd we l'Un into, but two more farn1.liar face::' - these of Mary Ferrero who works lv·re at Uw Counc5.l a:3 Direcr~or of Coun-s,,::!.in;:,) ;:,er\rlces and ber fiance 1 Je_r·ry Houerts. ;,1ary and Jer·'Y wer<-: beaded toward After a good night 1 s rest, 1 .he ttn'1.:;e Ccr.it<~r.. t.b.e After rnor~2 hellos to our we \l>T1?re ~=0on off c..gain to find mousekateer".> 1..iere soon down 1n the hotel f1~iench, dining room orde:ring brc,ai<fasL. f\nd I .:lo hate to be repeti tio;.;s 1 but j_et me ar~ain tell ycu what a beautiful ho)tel thu~ at ..T. ~J., Mc-1·g~.3TiS. St. Johnts Niagara is. And the dinivg room was as el0gant as the lot;by. Cty~ st::-.1 c1··k1Jide1iers sp1:.~rk-1.tng doi,jn up·on us lik-2 t;litteric~~ Jei-1e1D, ::ctural1/ n1a~Je t!'iC food tast,::: bet;~. ec. Aft~:::r z,,_ ] (<Lsurely :~ir'·tjakfast of s~1t1sage, that 0l~ca to eat. Inquiring i,1e1~e :.\re 1 the Deli a~ to.ld that.. the Press Box had excellent food at very reasonable prices. And to the Press Pox we went, after getting directions from the ct ce: lady at th.e De 1:L.. So rn.~:J.y be "it vrasn' t. t'1ax:trns - ·Jr- tae C<:t:~tle. Tt-1(-· food \·:as (;'f ILL., \lCi~} g\'.JOd 1 and it Pttt~:~ the}_r spectal Bar°"- t..oa~,L ::1r1d {_;of ..., ,ger~; ~re d.te ~ whl.c~t consi.steC:, of b:Lg jt.;:~_cy f'-'-:~"°;, t\i'..:.. took a mcr~1in1~< ;:;troll tc, tt-~e NJ.ab.orr.b:Ji~p;.s :.;i_t.b ~)rr·Lc-··::_·::.~ toffiato, melted. cr1cc:;{:· .r~:.a.r,::J. fall;3 Inter·~\,;;t~Lor:.,~.L ~~\.~H 1 Vert.1ny·, c:c;nter. ,3·,nd ct·1.~~o st-.rip.:.~ ( ; f b.a.c-.:.n,. To iJ:::,lp l.t t.SC e:!,{?_,3; K~t~y d)wn, ~~.,Lr~:t thin~~ c)n th~-- a'~f~f·{L=.~ ~r:1~; C,~--~,·~:··:.i1 :·.le.:.~ . . , ..."j.un J ~ id (,f.;0! 1;)3__l.lroc G!J ca.-l.1<::-u to ccdet· ' ,· Li<)n;;;l 'E::>rd(~~:.:L!Z, Pre;..~tdc~nt of th~.:: i"::a~, 1 '·i_ori:.--;1. In.-.ii:·.!.n ~.)~~ On:...Jdar~a., :~~(_i,JC~:~·':,:.!.or:i A~::.soc5.~i·~.!. 1 ~·L .. 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Sp·e:.:1!..:.(;r·~:; ~-it:.;1"1:: Rj_(ftr:;.c·d P(.7.. t:~J;r;2\·; 9 lL:-:~::;'i.;)t :!r1t to P:r•fl:1i6t::::nt. for' He )t\·.~d-L!. z ..-:t t..iorj aJ1d Dr. Err1E:B t. ~dos' er* L ~ ~:3 ~ l.~crmn.i.;;.;.;i.oner f(;L.\;a tJ_on 1 \!i."10 ..Lni.::LJcntaJ .!. v" t:ad sorne vt~;ry ni\:-t'.:; thin.~~.~-) 1. 0 .:"· :l)' \,.,'r .;?; ,::-po1.:.t(:d -~J I:'arni.1-1c1r. l·Jr;kJ-itg fv.~.j\).r~._: -r.:· ~>:.i~·~er. . h ~i'l.G ~:>n ~~-11; bi:.. . ::d.J ~·:g t.<J:..;q. ;:~_cl-!. ~L, .• t~. f:cor. ~;} ;J=f .:>~~ ~ll f0r ths wnrld r<v.npe [-_j t,. bil t V>n:. :~ l{f\(:;y.~ lookBJ like 5 l, ;~'\) ..1..1 CL'\ t t. a:··: rnuch a~~ ·)'t·:·; 't·}._,_n-ce c. t.t. ·:tttend ;~f:!is ,:·>. ::n\.·(,nt:ict1~ stH.:: .:~·(.lii:l ~~L ·~,.,:r. .;..,A~~.d L\_.. t b(:: })OS ....,l~}le~. ~~.,_) r,4~.._i_ ~-J;;tJ 1{C:1 pa..: ()ut. u ;:. ~- o~i ~ . . y, L took a.norJ1er· qt1J_: .l:( 1 an(.:e.. i.'~L(),~::.~~,~ ElO..!."~t~:- b'..~...--._~.-qJ~~E:: l. ~utreach • <: 1_ ~-.t)dt Slo.i.~)e :• v:ho ;. ,rc.1.-x~k:~; heri-7.:· ;:_ s Work0r ut tte Cuurc1l, i~ are �pleasant surprise to see her. .She ex-. plained that at the last minute she learned that she was able to come, after all. Terrific! After an introduction to Dora, Eloi~;e joined us (making it the. four Musketc~ers}, for the next event which 'was at the :enter' s Greek Theatre and featured the Arapaho Children's Theatre from Ft. Washakie, Wyoming. We were entertained b.; some readings and little skits. Aft~r the show, we returned to the ballroom for _9eneral Session II. On the way in, more familiar faces turned up . We W'rE de·lir,;hted to see Jeanette St. Clair, Ed cation Coordinator for Part A, Title IV, here in the G. R. Public Schools and C .:mevieve Shirley, Native American Specialist for the same. After friendly exctiang":"d 1 .. greetings, the four Mouseketeers went, up into the balcony to hear speakers, Viola view. The elevator takes you to the base of !:he falJ.s and high above them. 1\ beautiful sight to b-chold. And yet, manJ peopl.e were telling us that the very be.::t. view of the falls is fr·om the Carc2ai.c.n side. While it's true that we have a muc~ closer view we are not able to stand bac,< for an all over view. We decided then, that before, i,ie left, we'd see the f'all.s from the other side. We contemplated taking the MAID OF THE MIST a boat which takes you directly in front of the falls {for wri:i.ch you have to. get all dresc:.ed up in waterproof gear), but decided ag::.inst .:.t. Instead wt: walked back to the hotel ro0m, exhaustrc::d ! t,hree Muska. te<:·rs ~· fell asleep! 1'.nd one of the Muska teer;:: snore::>, but I 1 m Th(~ not telling \..ihich one. (ZZZZZZZZZZzzzzz;: After a shore LL t tle snoozy, we wer.:~ -.._:) j and about excitedly getting ready t;,_, attend a variety show, which original~y wa:J supposed to be a Gong Show. ON(e When Session II adjourned, Eloise left our agaic, our J:i.ttle feet were pitt•.::r paf;group (temporarily} leaving it once again tering tcvJard the Center. Once again Peterson and Dr. Gerald Gipp. the three the ba.llt'oom was crowded and once agahi >•e Mu~>katecrs. were to see more familiar fac?s. Sit~~ng be;-dnd us was Ge:oree Martin, Chai rrna· 1 .... t' the Board of D.i.rectorc; of ')lff Int.er-.'''ribc Council and his wtfi:..: Cyd 1 whc WETC w:t,; t'v~3.ry F't-~rr 1 ere and Jerry Hoberts, Cyd was crutches. It seems ttrat Cyd haa tne o~ Well, we V.'EHE 1.n '.'liagara F'al1~;, e>nd t•ie lur-s of th·e f:.:~11;:· v1a.3 0tr·one~ly atlra(.ting us.. Wt? BAD tG sec:: tb.ern ! l·\1 t t.5 rif.C on our "\\ICL!..r~ i.ngn shoes, ~~J(-; left f G·r tl1e fall::.> Which ~..'er•:; a fevi blocks <.cWdJ. J\;, y..re got ne·:._rtf' ·c.f1e faJ..1s ·' ·~,he 0 :-}ainH u-.:,~-·co1i~e nd st.:3. er.. ftppr:\;_:1chir1t.·: a L"e~=-1.u ti fu.:.. park w1ti1 l.:_tt.lo:: br:i.c!ge::;, ca;J~i·J&y;;,~ shrub!"JfJr'Y, flower~~i a.n<1 i:'ien:.:he!.:"- Wt... le<..:1 tl'1at -i.1e b"~~r(· n~:a.:··J.. ng Pro~.:::p(;ct ?o.tnt s closer we got tne gre.::it.:::;r the ano riiist of the falls beca.rne. ThE-~ re(~ unfortuante experiF.mce of f'alli ng the ' night bc~"ore; and br-E:::aking her ar~i·:1 c. Po:'J:;~ l.::.ioy, '<Jhc.1.·r a ti!~te for 2.r:t a.ccidt.riv! .:;now turned ot1t to be r-~.:..;;_~~ ly :-,(~r-·t·1 fi c... .Jyed it throu.;hly an-..! ~; t.a1 ldi nr-" ):.~ t Hl':/ T"Jitid ;i.L; cr;_,~1.[1 ]~L(~ tJi:.J (iv·ho hd:.) ric=.·~.1 \~~ 1 £i.pp-.~::1r\·:t.rtces la\ ·~J..y cr1 ~'i :?.rv Criff1n:~.~ - ·-<1 ~I'lh:: iiVe in . .f oh ·;_~n . ; i:t"iy· \.:ir.::;or: ' .· :-;,~10\1·:: ) ;~ :-1..::. 1.,: _;-/(i. ·;;-Jt:; !">' . . : .--:·. . :. . .ti. " hnd another 0itt the first name of ~ ~li \~,;-2y· u d ;:,;~~~,e t~oa1~ Finally, there we \..Jere, dtand1ng at th~ ~)ri. nk of these aw(~SC:iY1e :'tall::)! ! Wl1at a fE:elinc ! ! 11.ft<:r a momen'c - t.alcing u. tbe total ~eauty of Mothtr Earth's spect2.cular ;.,ionde'" ·- the ~3igL1~ (the glori~­ ous falls) the .s..:iurn::! ; the roar l and th ..: feel {the mist), our senses a:l .:.tim;_,latedt we decided to take the 8levator to ::;tayadorn ant1 Floyd !! Wf:.!3't-~Ac1;12.r1 }'fie:::' rGur:( ...~~"l~LZE:Ct ~ . 3-ti.01..; c-ndt~\cl abou.t mi,dn~~~Ght, ()(. ttic ~ ,'\ b.:=).(1J: to \Ju.·~,-· ~--1c•t01. 1,;e stopped at CarJt·~J i J.-1c v • s 1 a. popult-ti"' di.~.:~~:'-) across {rcr:: ...: ".t.... tv1ore:~,;ns, ivhich seerned to be ;Lne Fi~~::t,r-T":dg !v.:;~L ;:,~ , of t.hf:: rnornsnt for ~noz.~~- of the c.-..~(",.,. • vent:Lonet:l'S. ,.~h,·jre Wt:..13 ::1 Jent~ l.Ln(-~ . .f ~ ~n.~; to gE:t Jn,.. But uncci insider it was 4'.:>0 T.t~c 1 , "'.-, pacJ\.ed (and I ir1e'--'.P f'ACKED ! ) 1 ther·(~ \J,_1[.; ,,-F.J �Le) sit do..:n. Of course when you go disco, you're not supposed to sit ~ Some of the programs are over with when r:Lght??? 1, Council paper. \·k 're sorry to say your '\;"WS on tLe papf:'r c-on;es to u::; rat.her- late. """ get the news. Thanks fo.t' the effort! ; _ dance floor was a mas;_; of writhing, •. i~g, _,.~,, jiggl:Lng humaity, looking all when each quick flash NIC~ BAILEY grotesquEi . ·rt distorted thej_r i:nagc..; i'i th quicK Y0u could not make out 1,,,hat ONE ·n.cu.a.._ looked like, as i t ALL leaked~ B :O·-SHOO 1 MR. BAILEY! J.oud beat, which blared far too many I just viant to ~;ay that I •m very glad that you and yol.!r wife er;joy our paper. It 1 ::; gi;_i~1d when we receive letter with the corn- ,."\ 1 s for my frail ears. ments that were stated in yours. ONE: BIG LIVE TEiING 1 cont<;>rting with over me. ~"'me A sudden What if this MAD LIVE cc:mtt tell you how it's so hard for people to send in their new or old address' for corrections to us . I know now that I / ',bould capture me and make me a I couldn't escape quickly • t! ! ! of it?? · :t Captain Jack ' s returning to our <-0om for the evening. My sister and ttut isn't so hard as I can tell by the response tt1at we receive from the people ner~ in Grand Rapids. Your lt'Otter should ~ ,..·ed a double bed (just like the olden be a inspiration to those of us who do home} , and Dora shared her bed with live in this vicinity that if your letter ·:. ow which she called "Phil." After co.nes all the way from Brethern (where ,, sillygiggling (much like gir1.ever that is} that we can also do this. , ,t '.:..y s}, we fi.naJ.ly dropped off to We will have your :;;.ip code cor'rect.ed ! ! ! OUT) Your birthday will be published and w2 also thank you for your kind contribution . I'm sorry that you recleve the TURTLE TALK so late and I think I have some ta.1king to do with tne people here at the Grand Rapids Po.c:t Office. I g.1ess they thj.nk that they' "'2 gel:Ung so big that sometimes bulk rate rn.::._, .Ling ha:: tu just sit th!.~re and wait. But we wHl geL to the bottom of this m2tr •:..H FHGM OUR READ EH te1 and hope tr1at sornethi.nt; is do:ie by ti1e Pos~ wif8 Elizabeth ~ h~ve been receiv- ' .,; .; r'rand Rapid'1 Inter-Tribal CcJun-:il '!'~JRTLE TALK , for some ti me , and we n joying ~Lt very much. Office he1~. May the Great .:;piri t ~-end nis many t>le:sstngs to :/ou and JOU wife. May he also vJatch ovcT yuu anci u·;an~'.· you in some spr->cial way f.:x· sending us the:::e wiGE: words. '.'1f:H':-gwetc'; ! c. \ I want yo:J. to the zip code is wrong on my ad~~e wish to have it corrected.. I.:. _ " 9. We thank you for this. ~, hJ.t ,,~ , "~ 1 ~1h-na-ba I (" ( ,. " L . l -t cr ***;U)) NOW l::t:HE' IS SOME NE~<IS mo~; THE Nf\TT\li~ Otta.-wa, Nichalas & Elizabeth AMEfllCAN EfJUC.P1'I'I(JN PHOGf\A~·f ·1..JJCATED AT THE WEST ::;,JDC CONPLSX, 21'; St.caigbt St, N. W. see in t:ie paper the birthday of ~ '· ,lay is Jan. 23rd. ..:.:!ars old now. ~c: l'!.E'.SS1~GE FEOM THE COOHDINATOR t one::> tba t you Ji;:,''"' on Dec>c;ribc t' • Born 1906. I s2nding $2. 00 to pay fer some ex·· The uppt. rmost r oncern and 1ntcr0<;.t at this time of tne Jda~ is t h2 submission of the proposal for next year'~ program. 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Bcyl ::-f'-1v·'-, ·!. 1 'Y',__1~!~- 1.~x t·,.:c-·Par·c..:it . .&· t.i.:.t.J c t,;C:/(1 r;_'o1.Jt,.1r'3.I1 ...... r::irt . rlt ~~--ic.-.-~·-----~---~. . .-,----·~- "'-~d-'"'··z;.vi_'--1,.! ..,'J.\.. ti '~~lC1) y~~::rc:-1 :..if~O .... ·1f~19 Car·1J.slt.... ~~::":~~~::;.~~-·~~~*··-. -.--~. --~-~--· .t '\. ,( '- , , �r;ul Jre classes w". l.l soon bE' in f'ul1 ~i.~ for Native Am 0 rican 0tu~ents at l~al '):·id 6 e, West. MidOle, ,ici.C'riS().l ?a!"k Jr. i" 1Ll~1, ~tocking, ~lbley and Hillcre~t ·ii ~·)tary. Gevevt,~ve Shir} ey will b•:: El- w~rk~ng ~ith Walbridge and Gillc0est; Gary Shawa will be at West ~1ddle and Geor1se Snider will be at. Harrison Pa.rk .Jun.i.or High. The otner· two elenentar; s'-hlh)l:3 will be han.:.U·~;d by i..ngie Yob (.31bh:y Slemcntary) and Detbie Gibbs (:.:tocking Elernent<:>cy). Yo<l will be hear- ~a.list. for the 1'itle J\l Progra1n> resigned her p<Jsi tic~~ this ..JecernbeP. i~c were all ~1,J. ~ to st~e hf:r go for sne is a ver=y br-:..gllt arc. chee~-·~ful pert~cn tc~ hav~ arouc.d the cf:!:'icc. We wt ill miss you danet, have f m 1 with that new baby, Melissa! We ~11.so find ourselves s<,ying goodbye to our former Chairpe~"son of the Pa:rent Cm~mitt<:oe, Carol Harrington. She re::;:i.gned her posi. U.cn on the Parent Committee due to !1er heavy schedule. lfo wi~.>h t.o thank Cacol for the years of hard work &~d deaication you have vol~nteered ~o inc_; froffi youc Nc-;tJ.v•.o American Scrv:ice chis program. S._il~ctalist The de 1~.:1lls wi.tn rnore very s .Yono; . Christ,~ia.s E;.:;pecially your wock on i>arty.:s which tc:,ok hundred r;f hours to plan , 0!'1o~an:\.~;e and '•)iegwetch> Carol Harrington! NEED A FRIEND? \~i.. artS sad to annchJoc.~.:. t..he endir1g of ou.c cul tur:. cl.a~c>ses whi<:h 1-:er·e held. at L· x.,_ ;·~to·1 ~3chool aue to the d1f f1cul t:i es in tr'o ,[sr>.:i:..'L~tior1 • We wish to pGrscinallJ all those who partici 0 !tea in the3e th~r~ C I· ""1.:; '"'._\('i~~: "' ;r1 ")~,. , ~.1-:.ri 1 -~--p.,_-._ .....- ... '· ~ ... . ',. .._.... v ~1.1.t.ts my FRIEHD! ! : ~,4"'J. ~1<er, ~~-,,~~2J.12n .A.;~v-'abJ.ne 1 f;i::;\-J ..... utne ~ic y !ac~son ,;.ck~~ur1 . V:-oore h ;.. ....1" ctnd ;27 r 197~: ~ :fc.u.r ;SC!!i..Or3 0 1..rcrnit:;ht: t.'!" 1 _·: r' ~0 ,~';1.;;:-h~;-£;aG .~3t<~ . . (-::- dni-~/er~;~i~y. ··_riday .-: Jan:1::.irly ;_,t. ~ on ,,.;~.:nt- ~~n v.;t;; (;tal.::.,..~r- \:Je t.L·::.-n rnet \F]th Debbie c~.t l·irJtil:iard HaJ.. 1 1'1hc:re of r3t.ucli-:nt HILLCl~E;;T W'3 ItlC~t p73:1-.7:e--v:~.D~i er En (1 e ,.i,..:ppoct Tr;:"'tLCy Van.dc:~Ende 1~1~1ti.vo ;{:Je.c~~c2.s1 i\dm.~ ..>si.~)n.::1 H0b<?rt Robertsor1 Sh . t'"'1ey d·;.:-rri t,,f,(jer :~h::.r·y !. 3b v_t)wl"·d ;: 1··)t,.J.eL C>f ~>in:.:~~1c1a·'- J\ici; ~lnd George; Co1·r~ . . l11 of R:t::.~ial 3.r1ti , ... +-,hnic 5tPdies.. ~-·'ve1 y ,~ or1e ~"·ot1r~d this a c1c;::;~ .. interes'~~ing and il1._"'r\nraat.ive !f~ec; ... ~tl1l!10 Pivc~ry+,n~r_r~~ v-:::LS €;}~·· CCJ1 r ,.1tudc:r1t~ ~~:;Ei·~~r l.!'1.;:~ ~ You Know nGw 1 feel Y~u listen to how I think You undergta.nd •• ~ You 1 re city.. t ©~f1 arriJed in Lansin7 a~d toured &he campu? ;__··f c.sr 3:::: tt s.ce1as the ~Ji.z.e of' a srn.:3-1.l __ '- .tr'i: Tht.?: :,elephone number i.s 4:_i6-ii226. ),,-: Jant).El.'.r:J · ~~6 ... ti~~:~ ·d ox f Call you!'' Nat:ive American .Ja •.::kson, f.swa.bine 4" _ Kev:it~ ®®~ ,' ·:rv.i.ce Spec.ialist at our office. STRAIGHT ~3t :rf'~t.. ld I~iib'"b. Tt7~t,a12>2::• Bruce~ impJ.E;fn<-~nt, "f~j-~~3-;· Er1umn1:Ltt Can.di..3 !)ru1nrni t t L,.aura Bru.n~~ri:Ltt :\:J.v.i.J fo, Jackie lox Danny ·Grc wn IJG.·~:n I oT.,_~~1 • nt~ Plaunt r.1.--.:.~~1tf1er ::i Sc~ (}a}~/·,::tn(.. vie.es; Counselr)r ;. i'·~r ~ c:ined U1or'OLi<:';hly and r-eaJ.L:-,tic..illy. in attcndan<:e t.,!ere: ,Jar1 - i)eb~)LC Cz:i.bbd B2r0 i~c2auby c.; ""i T'lr, hi.{'}'l ~<3chvcl L1e.Xirt:·.~.t~:;n ,_. C'cntr)a i. Ps.cllil t F dtlC H~i.g~1 ~ 2cnooJ Gave M~rt011 - ~albridge Genevie\re Shi;>')le:{ ..... Servicd Specla:i:.,, George .Sni.d0r -- 3ervi ~t~ ~~~p 12s:i.;..-1li.3 t. ~~tt! er1ts fr:)a~ ?lir~t :-:i.nd :::au1 t St.e . r··'1.".... :~·1 "· t<::re alDC> lr\ at,tend~tYtC.e yet :....he tot·Jl ["';ro··r iVo.s sr;ial1 en<>ug!l t() be infor~ned. and aL: qt.test.ions could be ans .,r,=·red (rnaIJY \-f•:::t·t: asked). 1• �North Amerj.can Indian Stuae11t Organi.za-i; rol 10\.Vi..tg v -1 ::.JB Cl" t~1~'fj,,, ~as 1..-f' L L:8;~ting tbe1-ie Ir.di an Co1nmuni ty i~: 1::he spo!~soriro;· 2 . c~~(:r1t for thf·· Iv1ichir;an I:1..-... !ur 'i·:::al th Cat'eer~ Recr11i tment Program, " ...... proe;r-arn i.:s under the aur.pices c~f tr!e Ir~d: a, I·leal tr-1 Ser 1.r ic~\. drv.rnrninc; 2nd danc.i.ng wi"i.ic h wa.:; en--· Joyeci by all. Ev\...~r·yone ._':..tayed .::-:..t the U;..iversi ty Inn ·in E\.tst T__,ans~~ng. A l:~te nit~'!;· 1~r:~~za r;.,1:· J-.. ordered and oeliver . ::(j to <)ur !:":.JOl1i~~ fo1· a str:a~· 1 get tccJf~eth.Pr ~1 J_ th \}rand. Pu.pid:·· .:. ~-,a 0 '" .4. i"" t~!i::: The purncs0 or' µ:cc-gram is i·.r: m i . tigntl} c. ~~­ d.inated ~ stat~v,ridt: t:::ffort provt<i:Lng ·er L11P identification, rriotivcit~vn, and suppc f't ·~ ..., Mi ct~if~an Tndians in fjd.ining accE:.~\~; ... '-~· iie::~ l Ltl Car,"'!er s;<J.lls and oppor·t.uni ti es. Thi [:.: -1;0g1·atJ \"111'!.. gef''lt! thr1 e~ ITlajor f~_r'OiJi.)~,, vide .Sault :;.t,~- Marie studen':.L. '!'be next rnornir..g t-ite ate breakfct.st. anc E-xcl12ngt;d .• an_, \"~ •·]·) -· .:;:.\,. ur•pu.Ls i hou,...~·J e,;,11t.. ~ . . . u ;""'"''' -~t::-~,..") if..L,\.! .... ,.,.~. ..>'.•.·:_·--~ ..... ~ flfte.r ariother driv,~:: .:nr 00,?:u i:.ht:.~ cc..unpt1.::.· we t;eaded fer home - :i..;· ,~iv :..ng :i.n Grana R::;p~ cL about 2 PM. T.t ':ri; ; :.. g1;.od 2xper-it~nct:: for t:tl"l 2~:1d ·:;.J:.:." ~;ure tad a [~(>or' c-~roup or stu.<;E:;r;t .... We send CYu.r• CGlilpl i"~ rnents to i::.twm ! ! ! ©w~ .1 .. l~ay The Keiveenali-1 ......... 1 Th~;. f0~ a ~orapr8hc~sive, Primary Tarcet Population .'.1r'e \JG servins are those stuQe1ts 1 grades S w.r:c: rnay be :l nt ::ces tec.:1 in ~ersuhig a r - • _, I career" Lr.:-- dcpc i' o offe.r .i.r1for--.11ctL1.on about the ;~oo t.b~·::..;0 .sL~,'1 f1f~a1 p1uz1 .. ~ tt, c~:41·e<.:::~s oper.i ·t·..1 th.em, ty1;..::;s of trair... ni;;:;;eded, and a'.rai1able souc\'.:Gs of fttLS."'~ ON TE;:; "IlJDIFJJ CHJ_'..l1 WELFfi i~E AC'1 OF l.!)7;3'' --··------------.. -·-·-1-·--··-· - ·--·-·--..-···- '"". . J. aid. ()!J NOVt:;r:·1b12~r 1 fc:.r\.'=; !~ct?f 0, J:97:-3 tl"l-,-:_: Hin ~tan C:ti:J...l.d \·Jelbecc.n1e Put:_·,c. L""!'~·' (15·--bC'S" Tt~i:; 'Trn:: .l.;-;.,.; p:r ..... v:i.dr~s in ";S<:!c.. ;:: \, :) ) that, ;:.he 3t~~ tes j e)'"er·.-- 1sin~?; th~:J.. c recogn_·i.zed jur·J_.._ ,::}d1ctic.n ov.::c· L:1ia,--'t c•i::.11. ClL:;~c·dy pro-· °'· -?·::·.}J~nc;:.:-; ":.hrougb ~i.jrr1j nls t.,-·-·a··,,j. ·/(' an.d Judicfr.1 bodies, have oft""r: ""'a~:Led to l ·,"'·- tr·..;.bcJ..:. r·::<lations o~~ lndL;in peop.)J: an0 cl1e ·_<.,,ltur;:l <>.nd Dccial ..... tanrlar\is prt~·"ra:l l ir1g in Tr:d:i .n -:o:nan. . ni ~:..:.cs a11d farnj_.lies .. C'J(sn.i:t..r-; th d 1 .Seconoar~y e2sen;~i.fll partici~ants in E~duca~ . l..or1 or· ~~.1 tern.a ti ve C'r i·/no C(.},.110. 3 The ~ongre~~ hereby ~~~iare~ contin~ing i!-) t~~.., ad~lt ~~ '"~ c;ppot'"'tun~- -r .. \ ., It is also tte purpose of lhi~ rrub~d ~,tctd(:nts a.1read~l' d.2;: . ._;;t tflOS(; th~t or ed11ct.;. "C ..... on P""' . 1-a·.. st..:.t :...1 tc.ke <ldv,..1nta:; ... ')!, 2~~,-\, he..:--.1 tlt t".:.:a.reeP education .1.11 :0 rr.... ~ ... ; JOO placement and/or on-the-J(: ~ith s~~ Target) PGptJ...:.-3.Cion gr·oi.lp of Ind"LZ'o.tJ indtvi.ch... als~ that. .J.r'" dropct!t.s f{'c)n1 secondai·j' scJ.,0·)1 o:r <:~.r: tra.in.i.°'i.g~ ii.. is t:ne pol. :cy of thi.;;:) Na' j_cn LC ~):.... o .... :ect thr best interests )f :ndla~ ~hila­ rer~ ai:'1d tO prOI!'Ot.8 ttH; ~~t:~.t11..: t'j 2..(l\J . . ~<-:..ur·ity cf 1,1didn ·cr.~._ . Y.~~c._ ~nd f<unj_lies Ly t ..t1~:-~ est,:ibli:.3tun~:nt )f n1J.. '·-i:i~.~;,.r:, fr-··.:c~r .l tta_ua1:1:c .i:: .for· ~~--~·1e ;:·e1:;-~o·.;E~l c ~" Ir.ldLa.J1 cb~.,td··~· ,;i,, 1 . ~·en ~n fostc~1' \)~ adopti·ve ~··c,r~1c~~ \·Jt'~icL, ~\;7.. l.l reflect Lhe ur:iqu(:. ~ia: 1 [.;..; c1.i" •.Ddic.i:~t ct:.} turo 1 ~.c~ 'd b.y· r>:'OV ..:d~. J l.>~ < or a . :~:~i~.~ ta11c~~ tJ Indian tr1bes in c hi3.d ~~Hi fan~ily ::.f1·~ ser')vice tt 1-~t;:.~lth t;-';lreer·~' HEc·.ruitr11c:c,.~ P.ro~~>'' '~ . Ke\-;0cnai~ I~'\\.:-• 1~·1'..~Li.:?:.'·~ Coh-.nturL~. ty Keweena~ ~araga, Day T~ibal Cen~er ~ichig~n 49908 (906) 353-E02J, Exts .. 22/25 operat.ioti cf DPogr~nt::l Li.::'lt.:d bclcw: fuc~.Jr. . er ~)t>.=1t.nrner1t. . 3 a.n<1 rro\ 'l.1 n..:.ons t.0 aid Indian cbi ldr2n 1r1 '.~Lild cart:; arid fost(.r c..arf\ p~..,o ..:eiJdi.r1t:~s, -;,J(Li_c.h ctr""" -~en.. me::inr to a:td and pre tcct lt~dian ch.J.ldNcv.t if' 0r1;_y l-:.1.12 VL1'~:::J; orl(!nte<i social de;1a:r,l::.tT1ents Etr\d • courts acrc~s pt~r·~~erv} th~ C.tl\ C::1rl~~t.ia.ri lana WilL let this law p:-evai 1 our· c':1i ld1·en rri.:-sy ::.~tantly •mder J.tt.::tCtC. 1 '~ F'0bn ary -:'., 1')79. Tod;,;;,y w&;:; t!:.c f:in;d hearing of evidence in the Fl.shin~; IL ·: • t.._ral.ls, v~n. fedf;ral D:istrict Court c"'~:. (!J .. ~· .,J;1dge Noi:.::1 P" Fox. 1 'I'!-icre :1re ¥. n It noi-J i-·:::·~1~1~~in~; for ~:tJ.1 perf;on3 t.:.; what pat5ence is po:.:~si:>le for t:.r1e dec.t.:..ton,. ot be so con~ti;!© Hearing: Elders vs. Grand Rapids Libracy ,Judge Cock Is Court - Ho.11 ::;f risticc 11 CJ: - 30 AM - Febuary- 12 1 '\JTJ �1 ..,~1g·1v1<=J.W, c. f Swan t:reek ,JrH} C.l~1t,~:1D t:and~J Ei}c1cJ..: R.'I.-.re1" pcn"·i~·:;{nt Doc.1'."~(-~·:: r3-;:. ....1~~:}~~]L.~-i~~ :riu;:5t t)c re:ceivi.~ci a.t ~~\t.~~enl:.'{ by ,,,](13::. of b:~;~?tn~'\,s~s on April ~, ~:979-. ._.-. Ji-~ 11Jrtt1nr~ t.he ..,-;":c.t'Y ':~_i)out ~ f\r;.r;:·A; :11"-_·k:; Ccrrmris;.:;:;_on 'in ..-..-., ·--~· ----·~--·- ~~ C"·!~ppe~.y·a. ~.nCians,. ..:X"t'i.J~dn FROM .VIRGINIA ...-....-.• ............ N~TE ---·. ---NOTICE--Enrollment filing period extenaed. ~.:;rnttt(:'1 Cttr'.tO'ct.~.i ;r'~}L1tt.~htn~; (·iL~~_c;.\'t. :t·;~.G""..cLly\ ~I T/ery irn~10 neg.l.0cte·d tha.t ~;;h.:~ h~1.~·-3 re 1~cntly· enrc1le\J ;~t Gr;·:1~~d 1lal1ey ~~~i·.. .::~·:~e (:(,llt.::g·~~~:'t 2s a r·cr:-:~311-­ F~.J.n anc: ~. .r.1._ =~ ') ;:rf!' we: rk:::~ ~·!.g_ l . u\~:ar..'1 t· ..;.;~ .3:JvE:n1l.:::.. Just~~·..:E~ . ::-3,).Y.. ~-;· ...... '[' \ ;_..,. ... I l~- ou.t,. C:a.rl.c.t t~=~ ! And a..lso to ~~.~--. NicncJa__~ Bailey; cu.r ed..i tor doesn t t st.~ern t.o knov; ~.Jl1ere; Btjt.:? thern one e.lepban L r;,ravy C ~·Lei-. crow~.: '..,uJ_· ..! ...... c} .l..u, r~r, ·1· ~~ t.· spent 2 r3b)its (optional) :Nt~re S<:. 1 t f.< pepper. rcls.t:ive.~> " -:1• )" l'-'!_any 01,... rny crjJ..t"~.r1<)0n tfiat c'i_,cea 8nd m.r.u1y :Ji' ~-~ '1~... tl"~. ~ L.'i<.l acmma 1.,h~:OJ"C. 'l • cJ~JS iJ1y· In far:t, I a (')j_r:t \~ri.tr1 v;f'lr,:JrE I t..i;_;(-:d t(i pl\:y :. \.-iE~ i,.:ere ri_cll totn--.1 ~1t::;) ~ ·.,,/f1os2 J.as t. n~·1ru~: r~;n1.:-~nh.>er elephant into ~ut Th~~-. w5..'~r. bite-siz~ pi8ces. rr1(intht-.-· to cook sbou}d t .. ake atrJut :?~ trow·n gravy; coo~ <)Ver h:er·os(~;.~~e f1rE about four weeks at 465 degrees. Thi w:i..l.l serve .3, 800 people. (This p;ht be good for ot;r po+ lucks. ) u· r,,,:-1·1 are· expec t.ed 2 rat>bi ts may be added; bw o this only :if r:ecessary as most p~-c )_Le do not like to find hare iD. their Ti,, ~tgN. Yield 3,300 servings. •WE' ''.STOLE ISLllND ~.f};:_,,J;~;:...,E ttJJBt~ENYAN ' " ;_.;.' 'l HE I-lED LAKE 1 )·lP::N~:~)O':'/\ ther, Earth; dr8ar~r; ,c;TCH... E IT nNATIVE whit.'t~ The nnc feel desolate and crf' life, like tt!e vray, of p;ives tNay t;.:, g:rt~c.n, ·Lb27.. r· one cup of laugl"ter. ·1 quart of ~~hou ..;..~i··.:t . fu..;.n:·;;ss u.:-id rr\:;._x, .: .. ac.-~ nLj a p~1.n(:J-~ of !~c\:.l.t.sty j.ri ..~. to;:.4 .1. of f:--~-rit·;rnr::ss .. t·~•.-:\:~-.-l.11t Vt':,ry .Li.g:!1t.ly,, J~·~i··1, :;f fr--iv:nd~:·.lijp .~:. r<t ,e;.·:~i(-~ty... Ed~~e .iri d nat.uce(l ~)3D s.~·tci. ::-.~·31'Jf· r~aP(" 1ted1y ._ f'RCI. 1 'fI-JE ~rNJ\T.IVE ('"'?"f'H ~)\..!.!tl b·1nkj'--~:., lt. H r_._.n}(~·.:s j.; ~.,,,;n1e ;Jond0"' : l rAi: (:YT "" 1{........ \......~-... - ') }ih.e ·~·ht.:::. t.L:~>;t T ~::ta.z~d ·1:-.;. T ~.r~it·-h (:Ut' ?--:otl. ~.(!r 5.n avi~ 4 • repl~r~- ::nn .ju;-:it a pa~-jsi:;:.·r~l>y 7 an.·:1 af tf l i:riy L :.me :-;_e r·e ~2 done, ~hat 1t >r-'i 11 ~j t J.:. '!. -~:;c -jf!, [ ;':i~-n e\lt2r tfc8.l"!k.'::°'u1 ·co tt1:-.; 1 1 Ir·· t- bea . -. watc~s ove~f:Jw -1.nd ~· tie tr( c"s ~ 'd(:i. cl~! on<::>:~ \~l\~ re· ;.~c> rnany r.L-.c; stood so Hla. Ji:":'s ~- -·~('.:c.• l "Ly; ~-:tnci nc•\·;," E\":lvJ ~~n .-1un~-~· bc·c~ bui·. v:~::t :~t.-:lrii:,.1 ::.. o pi·~o ;_d ~:.:ntj ::'._';.t.::~a:Lc;~--.:t 1 ro:.:\. . . c:---~;_n ~~: ~,._uv.:c...: J.· t.c t~T'.tf~ .r--~::av.;:i't~~: • (JC Tf-JT~? co1d to 0~1ct R£~C.~in ct.1.: · ~\·fo!~n~~r 1 j. ~~ utifL l, her lifeiine, our t'~ivt l \-.·~:-iy a wr.;.rmth. nr!,d !...-~'- tL }. i~·-e?'??} \ rn~kes but 1 }_ks the snow we alJ. have a t°nE' seasons, ~Jl-1() 1 ·r11e blac1(et c>f white that ccP;crt:. our 1:'10""' pu-cpo.:.~e, ,,, THE 11 1/30/70 �__ ____ ___ .,.,. l r , ,- ! <, ' I , .---t ,~ ' l �--=~-=~~~.~~~:!it~~ t~:!:.!!~~:::.:~~J =<~ II ,.,_,u ~ ,----~-;;~r-;;,~· I a"'.lfJe, N.w. 4~:;0.. i I u. s. r0s·1 AGtf'Afll ?caM:r No Mn l Cir.>,NO I~----·--- .:.\L·I~I\F'.UC C."1J~I\i~CTifJ!~ Hii~QUEf:.~:"'t;t l'" .1 .... ~.-: Li bra ry a tt. Betty Jones GrandValley State College Allendale , Mich. 49401 - RAPIDS. A•: � 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 Foster, Toni (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/297a517986008441464ce2b9778066f6.pdf 37aaf23f438705a2056204ac9b431c00 PDF Text Text -p,~4- :1.;).-, ·-·· Git~ ,_ -- '+ ·~._.,._ -- ---:...-. 'TURTLE. TALK . ,, • . ' '•• F E B R UAR Y 1980 TIJRTLE TALK �GRAND RAPIDS.INTER"l"TRIBAL-t:OUNCIL · HAPPv ·aiR~v ro.: .r IJ.R.T L-E· .r.A.t .K. STATIA ~------------,------tn--~--------- F~ FEBRUARY 1980 FEB. 1 Cou.rns Louis EXECUTIVE OIRECTOR ••••••••• ~.J. W~ner Wheeler RICHARD l.EwIS · . . . . . . . . PAT RAWLI.NGS. .......... • ••••••• ~Vice President KENNY. REicHARD st. FEB. FEB. FEB. FEB. !< ATHY STiNGER ... . ........................ Hemller PfUTA HINMAN · CIS SIMot;l FRA ... 1-. .: • • • "' • • • • .. . * • • • • •• • • • • • • • • • • M--k-... KIM e:uiuc;:li. . ; \ ! . HERMIE f'\n>Acco MAR Y CHURCH •••••••••••• ~ ................ Member ~ : ~is ' . . TlfffLE TPJ.J(,EDITffi .~ VIRGINIA .rfeDAcco .Mam . ·.. , 6ERT~EM . La<NA l'tDorw..D StURLEY WILSOO . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _'!'""--_ _ _ _ _ _ w~ i KAY NevAt£ DARL.ENE{lAHAYE)FRt.El:a EVELYN · BICGS •••••• • • • ~ ••• •. •. • •••·•••.Member would like to thank. the following people for helping with the assembling, stapling, l abeling and zip ~de sorting last month's issue of ~· · , : -~1,t;:(';::Tl\tJ{;; ffee~'§wetch to: N , ··>< ,e,Y ... "·~ ' I: · Leo kEw1SHl<1 n....... SN-1 ~ ·· j . ' . . . HaRv L-u T. . · VUJJl Am:r1cm1 MAAK tRUWW . .. .. CECELIA SPRAQIE HON TH f . I s OVER SITES. JERRy__n~Ia. FRED CH!VIS • JAN, 4 JAN. 19 I:~ ~ JAN·, 18 · Lewis ·JAN. 22 JANi 29 We had a record number of TURTLE TAU(S re- turned . to ua last month. This was because peo ple moved without informing us of t heir address chang<L:and some left no forwarding address at allf As mentioned before, each returned TURTLE TALK cotts the Council 25¢. Close to 100 .were . returned last month and this really.adds up, so Pl£A$E let us know when you move·, before you mover ·Thank you. . ,, ANO A BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY. TO LAST . ~1t 16 16 18 18 F~. 19 . -. fes, 22 . FEB. 24 Fea. 2't FEB.· 25 Fes.··26 FEB. 26 FEB. '}] FEB. 28 IkmBI ROSENCRANs PAUL JACKSON JR •••••••••••• • •••.•Sgt. at Arms 2 . FEB. 13 CLAIR •••••••••••••••• Treasurer URIS LOONSFOOT . . Pit£ ·Sf.a.1IN BARBARA ARZOLA ••••••••••• ~ ••••••••• Secretary MATTHEW ~Is JEANETTE Fes~ FEB. 7 FEB~ 10 · FEB. 11 ~ Fes. J3 JArE .ri:DAcco 'WAG .WHEaER TICKY WSH GEORGE MARTIN •••••••••••••••••••••• President 2 FEB. 3 · ~~HAEL . ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ••••••••••••••• Buddy Raphael LYNNE LEWIS BOARD OF DIRECTORS FEB. ..;KIM IHtiHHUHIUllltt... Hl-lllHIHUIUUIUUtl• �Boo-shoo! She has done it again, h3~n 1 t shc~? I didn't think anything could compare to this past Autumn's magnJ. f.icer-~; dis.play 1 but: never have I seen such breathtaking beauty as the fairyland scene that our Mother Earth put on, Christmas eve and Christmas day. Beautiful rrostrci bushe~ and trees with intricate lacy branches and trees emerging from the 1'\1gqy mi.st all over the snowless but frosty countryslde was a sight incomparable to any l have ever beheld before. The Christmas tr lp to Mi.iskegon, had ever y(·ne "oohing" and "ahing" over each new and beautiful sight and l'1 earjer. aiit.ic1 pation over what new thing of beauty would greet our eyes just 2tr!.' t1nd che ""C!"ne • We were not disappointed. We drifted through a frosty misty make-be .i~v~ wonderland all the way to Muskegon. And Christmas for our family wa6 i'inothe::: memo:r.table occasion. Hope each and everyone of you had a good Christmus tco. The new year is well umh·r''i<'i l' no·.v a.nd I hope none of us is f'aced with any insurmountable obstacles. Yi"t'r t.~(1~.tOJL' L~; presently without an automobile and finding the situi.ition rathe1 <h:rficu1c, but I shall remain undaunted. For the first time in many moons I a1'TI experl~nei1 n what it is like for other people wl thout "wheels." Perhaps th.ls H 1:;tle; "hardship" is godd tor me. Want to remind everyone ab·'.:>..rt thie ;:1ders lunches which are served at. Lexington School every Monday and W~dnesday at noon. If you are 50 years old and over, there is no charge. For all others, the cost is $2.00. I understand they have very good food. So why not try it some ti.me? (Your editor has yet to try these lunches, but I'll get there soon~ I promise.} Also wanted to once again thank Richard Hyatt for Qur cover. Don't know what we'd do without all the fine ar.ticts around the community. One of them always comes through for .us. Thanks aga.ln, R1ch. Hope you all enjoy this issue. ·See you next month. · Virginia Herr- EDITOR 2 �ATTENTION I .• ********************************ii'********************************************* December 31, 1979 · From: Joe John,· .Unit 4 · Northern M.i.chiqan Ottawa Association To whom· it will concern: On March 28, 1836 the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan signed a treaty with the government fo the United s.tates turning over 13~536,449 · acres of Michigan land. The Indians received payment ranging from one-half Qent to £ifteen cents per acre for this land~ prices that were well below · the going rate at that time. 'r'his 13 million acre area included all of '~estern Michigan north of a line from Grand Haven to Lowell and west of a line-from Lowell to Alpena. It also included the .eG'lstern one-half of the Upper Peninsula. In 1946, Congress passed the In.dianClaims Act .to handle cases for Indians who had not received adequate payment for their land. In 1948, _Robert and Wanetta Do~inic of the Northern Michigan O~tawa Association, initiated a claim for the , Ottawa ·and Chippewa Indians for reimburs,e ment at . .1~. a rate of $1. 25 per acre. 11.'hrough lengthy negotiations ·over the next 25 · . years, a settlement was reached in 1972 for compen$"1tion ·at a rate·· of ninety cents per acre. This money is now being held in trust, accumulating interest, .which makes the total setUe:ment appr.oxirn<).tely $15 million by ·the end of 1979. a Negotiations are currently underway to estahlish distributfon plan for this settlement. It is likely that the fon:nul~ will be the same or very · similar to that used in the settlement with the Grand River Band of Ottawa for the Treaty of 1821. That settlement was based on the Annuity Payroll of 1911. In an 1870 :roll, and the 1908 Durant Roll, over ·a,ooo Michi.gan Ottawa and Chippewa who were one-half Indian or mor.e were listed. However. after careful screening to elminate those enr olled with other tribes and those who were not one-half Ottawa or Chippewa;. and· markin'\J them on the 1908 Durant Rc?ll with red and blue che ck marks, 5,644 Ottawa and Chippewa qua:fified for the 1911 annuity payment. The current settlement will be distributed equally to descendants ·of members. of the Grand River, Grand Trave rse, Little ·r:raverse, Sault Saint Marie Ba.~ds Mac~inac and that were parties to the 1836 treaty. Mrs. Wanetta Dominic, who ·chai.rs the 1821 and the 1$36 descendant's . committees has been doing certification work for the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of lower Michigan sin'c e the ear;ly 1960's whenever it was required for education, health and employment purposes. *****'****•1t****"*****"**'*****"*********************"**************~*************** •. 3 �,~TI\£· N'ERICAN ·Ern:ATIOO. ffioowt .. nav~ i.l ,aJ?l?~icf,'.1=~ Program. Of these, ~: have been tested (GATB} and screened by the &creening committee, ready to be.placed in . training when positions become available to us. As of January 15, on. file Greetings and good wishes from the Native American Educat.ton Program staff - Angfe, June, George, Gary and Oebbi.ef in the we now O:rt It is very important that all applicants be $Creened and take the CATS (general aptitude test battery) test when scheduled, as this determines your eligibility and sincere interest in working through the OJT .Program. These are And the activities we have had - Halloween rules.and/or,guidellnes that have to be folParty, Mouz Pamp dedication pow wow, Ghost lowed in this type of governmental program.·As Supper, Christmas Party, potluck suppers, coordinators ·we were required to take this test and Parent Committee meetings and dinners - also, which wasn't as hard as it is thought to it was good to see a good number of you pre ... · b sent and taking part: Do continue to be i n- e. vol ved in forthcoming events and activities If any of you that applied for OJT have found so that we may keep in t~ch. employment elsewhere, on your own, please contact our office and .let us know. When and if As you may know, Title IV Part A Program can this happens, we place you in the non-active be funded for five more years. There will files unless the aQ"Plicant notifies us otheralso be new rules and regulations and new wise. '!506 11 forms. So, Parents, do be patient and cooperative with us when you are approached If it's only a temporary position, until we can to sign another form. It is more detailed find you something thru OJT, we want to know· then ·the old form, .but if you need assistance this also. · help will be willingly given •. Just give us a call at 456~4226 or stop and see us at our Those of you that are scheduled f'or ·.t he GATB different location at 45 Lexintgon NW, in test or screening· coanittee, please keep your Lexington School, room 6. appointments. If you cannot come on the day or time given you, notify either one of us at the office . so that we can.reschedule you, and let the counselor.know you're not coming. We would. appreciate your help in this way, as it saves a GRITC - 03t PROGRAM - CETA III lot of time and effort, both for the counselor and screening committee members, and the proWe would like.to take this opportunity to gram .. Coodinatg-re.h Should there be any changes inform you, our Native American People, of in the OJT Program,: you will be notified. the following information. It has been awhile since:you have heard ·from us but we are still around working in assigned schools. i· . The OJT .Program is presently at a very slow pace - .almost at a standstill, due to the economy and the situation it is now in. The work field is down to near zero, W.ith very Httle work force. ·we have made quite a few contacts with local employers this past month (January), and find that they are not doing too much right now, Ih fact most employers a.re laying off their own employees, and don't expect to get back to work, or do any hiring until the spring of this year. Almost every employer has. stated that they would be glad to participate in the OJT Program and contract with us when the economy world picks up. In the meantime we will keep trying and hope for· some openings somewhere. · . . If. you have any que.stions, please feel free to call. the Tribal. office ..-and ask for either of the undersigned persons. GREG BAILEY I SHIRLEY CHAMBERLAIN Ceta III Coodinators. Thank you. �• I TRAIL Cf TEMS nREE: SISTERS Cf FATE ~ (fCR JJNE AND J:wfi\) . SCFT N 11£ . ~ID ~ OF ·nE RUSlLING WIND, OF NIGHT I . -~ SECRET GROllS . N 11iE DARK GARDEN RTURED.BY LQVE • Q.j ~, 1 BRING ED-PET~J... OFFERINGS ,..OR 'THE DEAD, AND YOO ~TAND IN TH: DISTANc:E, ·THE RYTtff4 OF THEIR STEPS, ~ ON UNTIL THE-LIGHT, • Iltl HEADS HELD HtGt, AND FEAllERS BRIGHT I . ·~oss THEIR S~...RS HUNG, . HE LONG LONG MARCH OF.~ M:X>NS, : 00 THEM HAD JUST BEGUN I . ACROSS THE STREAMS, ~ A~~ TANGLED IN n£ WINDS . Si.Ow:.Y; SL~...R THAN THE . NIGHTS PASSING, SL..Oh'ER THAN THE COASTAL Tlll!S v AND KMGER TOO< ITS WEARING nu. . 0 THE RIDil..E WITiiIN, CANNOT SPEAK THE FCREIGN TONOOE THE MYSTERY. WIU. fvf'f FACE GROW a..o· MY f'/011-!i:R' S FACE AGES, I LL MV SK IN GRCM CQ..D, BLISNED TO ASt£S, LL I LEAVE THIS EARTH Willi HALF To l<.EEP lHEIR BAB1Es WARM, . . tEART S!-RCllDED IN· THE MARCH WENT 00 AND ON, iEVER f'imE TO RISE AGAIN, THEIR .LNID OF BIRTH, 1 1l1RClJGH T FOR O..UES . 0 THE PLACE l t'AY FIND YOO. unrc.-•1<-. CPEN LIKE NIGHT FUlERS ~lfN tiJDll..ED Q..OSE TO 1161, Y DROPPED TO EARTH, AND SHEU.$, t-E f!1AAOiED ON WITH FROZEN FEET, !HEY HEARD 11£-WEAKENED BABIES' CRY, tR~ OOSK UNTIL THE DAWN,. ~TILL DarlN ROCKS LOOG WAITING IS HAAD. I SEARCH A Mm£R S CHILDREN $MIU., HE tl..D AND SICK, /is THE THE SKEIN UNRAVELS t\NLJ CXJGH ·THE GLADES AND DELI.., R t'EAOOt4S WILD·. AND WltE, ,.. CR. Tltvf: \W..D TB..L, r«>RlH WIND, FRIGID AIR, NGING WITH IT SNQi, Ii.:. MANY CF THEM \OLD SURVIVE, t\.';) OM'WID n£V MJST GO a Ha.PLESS AND CF WEAK, ~. OUR BREA11iS, Va.R SCENTS K>l!NTAINS HIGH, 'a...n · SfiADCJ'<S? . T IS THE THE YfEN . HE WITHERED OAK LEAVES, TILL Q..INGING TO-SLEEPING BAANOES, nt.E WITH WINDS, FILLS 11£ RAVINES THE STREAMS ARE FROZEN. S THE Tift£ *EN 11£ ta>E .- ~HEAL, • wtU..D SURVIVE, 10 CO."'E: BACK FRC»t DEFEAT, ~I fi.l"OiED STILL HAVE OOR tnm, HIS, WE'U.. fJJ...WAYS KEEP, UNITY IS ALJIDST CD'£-!'"!" . · THEN YOO BECCM: VISIIl.E, ING-A r-'ESSAGE IN THE BEAK NATION BORN CF COURAGE STRONG, S IN fJS;t)RY, Yoo LL NEVER BREAK Cl.JR SPIRIT, OR YAKE OUR DIGNITY, lf. A OOVE, nr FA\£., ls CALM.. ~ - ill"IDTHV ~CO ~ 11£ LINES LEAVE A!iD Mf SPIRIT IHERE IS A FLCMERING IN MY HAND, AND A IGHT RED CARDINAL VISITS f£ LONG-~T GRClJND. - ELOISE ~xs~ 5 1£00 �* SQ.ITUIE ·1 A LOOELV OOSK 00 A DESERTED BEACH, Ori SEAGl.ll IN 11£ DISTANCE, AND fv'E, HAVE TROOILE FINDING OOR WAY THRU- HE WILD STCRM, SAND IN MY EYES, CAN'T SEE. FALL TO THE G8QUNO, CRlM..E t'rf CAMERA W. EYES, l HEAR 'TiiE SEAQ.LL CRY N THE DISTANCE, SHE IS TIEN OPEN f'tff EYES AND SHAKE MY HEAD SLCl14..Y, DIZZJNESS GOES /JUAY, SPIRIT CF TIE rm-; ACCPPER CQ..CRED MAIIEN, HE SKY S WILD NIGHT TURNS INTO DAYBREAK, . IS CALM, A GIRL AND A C'.N-ERA TAl(E ,..... PICTURES AS I FLY HIGi AWAY, ~1INUE ttf JWRNEY, SEARO:tJNG FOR FOOD Y4Il LIVE L,IFE DAY TO 'DAY, l M FREE. · HAIR IN LCJ.IG IW<K BRAIDS, EVES AS SILENT AS THE NIGIT, ~ StE WAITED F~ THE BRAVES, ~ HEARD THE SOJNDS CF BIROi CN«ES, lN THE. PALE MXN...IGHT, ~ THEY SPEAK CF VICI®'? CF DEFEAT Vt( nus 1 SEE 'THE GIRL CFTEN ON 11iE BEAQt, AND EVERYTitE 1-FLV OVER, SHE SMILES AND WAVES AT M:, NIGHT"( - FREE HEADS WERE BOvED, hL EYES ~.JERE SAD, · WATCHED BUT CG.LI> NJT SeEAK, KNEW THAT HE WAS MISSING, TEAR FEU.. ON HER OEEK, ~ BYRD ••••••••••••••••••••• N0 T I C E As .of January 8, 1980, Owl Indian Outreach has moved from the Westside Complex. The new address is: Owl Indian Outreach 605 Bridge St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 A LITil•.E OOY WAS WAITING, · F~ HIS FA11£R BP.AVE AND Ba...D, As WERE TI£ PEOPLE CF HIS TRIBE, Tt£ NIGHT WAS LJH; NfJ ca.n. ~~FACES SCARED OF THE SEA. SEE THE LIGHf, QUITE A BL<l"I, SO OOES SQ1Rat'4. Q..OAKEDIN SADtESS, ·~m . THE Ml GHTY FALLEN CHlE.F, Phone: {616) 458-7175 t£ mlJ.15 VCil.D TELL n£ ST(J{Y, AU. TH:· VIUAGE GRIEVED,. I') A formal openhouse will be held in the spring. But please feel free to drop by anytime for coffee and a chat. : . .l.D LITILE NAKEE UNDERSTANDr .~ "'HE SPOKE AND FELT HIS PAIN, VPLIANT WAARIOR FW.. TCJ.IIGHT, DID NOT DIE IN VAINo ~ BANQUET OINNER HI s LOVE -FCR YOO AND rE I AND AU. HIS PEOPLE TOO" -·he WA~ A MIGfl'Y CM-IEFTAIN-,. IJE LEFT A BANQUET DINNER WILL BE HELD AT THE UAW HALL ON VNION STREET IN BRONSON, MICHIGAN ON MARCH 8, 1980 AT 1:00 PM. PROCEEDS WILL CO TO THE FUNCTION JUNCTION POW WOWt SEE YA THERE! 0: THIS VILLAGE f'Eetm<OO, ~IS SPIRIT LIVES f.ffiEVER t'OOE, · 0 SPa<E THE <l.D WAY-StEE,• \\tEN YOO LOO< UP AT ·1l£ JvtX)N, .... U.. SMILE BACK, NAKEE. - lhwnlv flm\cco · • DEADLINE FOR MARCH ISSUE OF TURTLE TALK IS FEBRUARY 15TH, . THANK YOU •. ltH 1Hllr4111UllUtl'llUlll*1t 1 'Th~ way some people fi.od fault, you'd · think there was a rewa.J>d. " (FROM DETROIT'S "NATIVE SUN.") 6 �. i t •. If you are a West Side re$ident: · WESTSIDE COMPLEX Phone 774-3930 215 Straight NW · THE GRANO RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL WILL NOT .HAVE ANY Et£RCENCY ASSISTANCE THIS VEAR. · ALL THOSE WHO NEED IT, t«JST APPLY AT Tt£IR OWN , If you are a North East .resident: . NORTHEAST. COMPLEX Phone 774-3970 62;9: Michigan NE 774-...3971 COMPLEX~ ECAP provides assistance in meeting higher energy costs. If your total income is less than: · · HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD NON-FARM ..YEARLY INCOME · FAMILY Family/u,Ut of one $4,250 F/U of two ·$5,625 r /u of. tliree $7 ,'. 000. $3,638 $4,800 $5,963 $7,125 F/u of five f /u of six . $&,375 $9,750 $11,125 CEDAR ·SPRINGS COMMUNITY CENTER 81 NOrth Hain_ FARM FAMILY. f /u of four " If you are a rural resident: · EAST KENT COt+wtu:rv CENTER 129 East Main Caledonia 10763 Grand -· River Drive Lowell Phone 897-8485 $8,288 $9,450 MI D wJ-·NJE ·R ·p·o w· \fO w ... BAY DE rtt ~ITV Cw.EGE; US 41 bn1, ESCW\BA Mt CHI GAN. loc:ATI~: (The following must be pre$ellted .to an urban agent before an application can be taken.) . 3. Proof of income (for TOTAL household) a. Check stubs or copies b. SSI ·Letterof'Award DSS CertifiOation of Assistance (Documented .proof of denial of ~ny assistance from Department of Social Services.) . EVERYONE WELCOME! Three dance$ • .(Two Saturday and one Sunday) 3ohn Bosira, .Master of Ceremonies. Host Orum· plus Open Drum. .Also dance in memory of Mouz Pamp. Memorial sch(Jtaa:ablp1-fund to be started -from pow wow proceeds. for· information on local .motels or hotels, write or call Escanaba · area Chamber of Conweree, 230 Ludington St., Escanaba, HI 49829. or Phone 906-786-2192. . Current utility bill Proof of address a. Driver's license b • . Address on utility .bill c. other ------------FEBRUARY 8-9-10, l~ VERIFICATION DoettENTS NEEDED TO APPLY 2~ Phone 891-8163 EAST KENT·SATELLITE CENTER (Add $1,375 for each additional non-farm family member over six, and $1,162.50 for each additional family. member over six in a farm family.) 1. · Phone . 874..;6198 696-2010 874-6197 . PUBLIC-VISITORS .WELCOME. NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL PLEASE! 4. Social security Nunber For further information, cail your Kent Cornn.mi ty Action Program Neighborhood Center. . · I f you are ~ 59uth East resid~t: SHELDON COMPLEX ·PHONE 774-3900 or -121 Franklin SE 774-3901 If -, are a South West ~esidentt FRANKLIN·HALL ·COMPL.Elt Phone 774-3870 you 400 Franklin SW · 7 �• •*~***~******~***************** *•**** " I *************************************"****"' , 100 TltiNTED MTl'f£ MRICM.51111 'I( It i0ary 14, . 1980 (o W~om JANUARY 10 1 1980 · 1001 CASS STREET recent developments and subsequent ne- TRAVERSE CITY, MI It May Concern: Due to gotiations made with.the Phoenix Theatre in New York City, we have been afforded a rare opportunity to establish a base for.Native fur1e ricim actors. playwrights and teehnicians. The purpose being to identify Native American tc:ilent and .provide a .central mechanism for exposing such talent. Realizing that this talent is spread throughout the United States, .'/e thought it best to contact Indian Centers and rel~ted Indian o~ganizations. We hope you will spread the word through newsletters, notices, flyers or word of· mouth. The breakdown of what/what we ate looking for i s as follows: DEAR TURTLE TALK: I HAVE COT TO CET THIS Off MY CHE ~i: IT'S ABOUT THE MONEY THEY GAVE OU1 ·1J THE INDIANS UNDER THE TREATY OF 18~~ DOCKET 40-K. WE SIGNED UP FOR THIS WITH ROBE RT DOMINIC, BACK IN THE FIFTitS. AS cA~ AS I KNOW, EVERYTHING WAS COMPLE TE~ WE MADE ~UT ANOTHER FORM WITH THE ~x~ IN THE 500~ THEY TOLD ME EVERYT H• i; WAS ALRIGHT, BUT I HAO TO GET MY 01·.)r RECORD. SINCE THEN, I'VE LOOKED A L OVER THE STATE, BUT THERE IS NO HF.(;, OF IT. Hative American Actors/Actresses 49684 I WAS BORN IN A LOGGING MY DAO WAS. A WOODSMAN ".i .i· ,• LUMBERlAC ~­ I ncludes all media (TV, Flim, Stage, etc.). We would appreciate receiving pictures and · resumes. GRANOMOTHER ·wAS THE MIO-WIFE AT r> ...: Native American Plaxwrights I KNOW 30 TO 40.PEOPLE HERE IN TRAVL~'~ CITY, IN THE SAME BOAT. THERE I S ll TIME OF MY BIRTH. NO RECOROt THERE WAS NO . O~fit n 1 PEOPLE IM MY FAMILY WHO WERE LEF T OiiT ! In addition to traditional or contemporary works by Native American American writers, · we would like to. receive names and addresses of ~~S S HAPPENED TO OUR SHARE OF. I.Ht. playwrights/authors interested in consideration for possible productions. Also, ·any . scripts or plays sent to us will be analyzed JAMES '.YILSON· and all r.ights will be reserved in the authors **· * * *************'**********;(·**** ',...~ ~ name. · **·~*************·***************** ¥·" ·' }1 . Native American Technicians . PRISOO, RECEN1LY RECEIVED A NICE UfHSll'. - ..:. Cameramen; Lighting Technicians, Electricians, PRESENT. IT SEEMS SOM: OF HIS FRIENDS ("', - ~ Carpenters, Costume.and/or.Set Designers, _ Stage Managers, etc. We would like to receive GE11£R ANO RAISED $00.00 FOR HIM .. P.No he ,~; . resumes from-people .who have expertise in . TO EXPRESS HIS nwt<S' TO THEM THRU M:TLE . · .. these areas. When and if positions become avIT IS M'f UNDERSTANDING THAT HE \0.1.D /JJ...Si:, di.· ailable, these people will be notified. . TO RECEIVE sotE MAIL, SO OOSE OF YOU Wn'../ i-1l1 ~. This is a unique opportunity which we must act LIKE TO CCRRESPOND WlTH HIM CAN ~ITE TC" on immediately for time is.of the essence. With the dawn of a new decade. we can finally ROOAL.D DEAN SPRAooE, # l04ll fox 55, ~: r _.µ • establish Native American·talent in this ever MINNESOTA ~. I'M mJ» THAT t£ is ,,, ·:. ·. expanding industry. VERY GOOD ARTIST, SO MAYBE ~E CAN. cOA:< H H • ' · All correspondence should be directed to the ~ \GK fOR . us AT TrnllE TMJ(. How l\B'" attention of Ms. Jane Lind.or Mr. Machiste American Indian Conrnunity House,. Inc., 10 DEAN? . I, East 38 St. New York, NY 10016 Sincerely, Michael A. &.tsh, EXECUTIVE DIREC. TOR. -: Hachiste Quintana 8 �IN 1\91.R ILt1 January 14, 1980 Huron Potawatomi Athens Indian Reservation Fulton, MI 49052 On January 5, 1980, the ranks of our Potawatomi nation were thinned by the passing of our brother John Chivis Sr. Services for John were held Tuesday, January 8, 1980 at Vanderpool Funeral Parlor in Grand Rapids. During the latter part of John's life, he gave much of his time for others. This will dlways be remembered and appreciated by fellow tribespeople. _ One of the ways he served was being a member and treasurer of the Council. The faithful and persistent efforts he invested in this position will be greatly missed by all. . ' Mr . Chivis served as Pastor of an Indian Church in Grand Rapids. It is of commendable achievement that he could find the time he did to devote to the needs of the tribe. Those. who will feel the loss the most will be John's family. Heartfelt sympathies are extended on .their behalf. Dear Editor: ON TuE PERSONAL slI>E I • I • lT WAS A JOYFUL 72No BIRTHDAY FOR fJ.JzAaElh .f:M{, AS IT WAS CELEBRATED WITH A NICE SURPRI ~E PARTY GIVEN _BY HER CHILDREN AND GRAND- CHii:-DREN, "ft\4y MANY f'/OOE CM TO YOO, GRAtIDW\ AND BELOVED M:>THER/' SAY HER CHILDREN. THESE ~E M SAt'E SENTif'.ENTS WE ..:RE AT THE COUNCIL AND TURllE TJ\LK HAVE. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! flND WE \'OJ..D LI~E TO SEND OUR DEEPEST SWPA- TH'( '19 .11:£. ~~!LIES OF En "/lnJS:~ PrneQN AND Jotifi (HIYIB SR. \+ief RECEN'rLY PASSED INTO THE SPIRIT WORLD,. . - . . AT T E NT I 0 N £ L 0 E R S ! l There is no charge for anyone over 50 ~or t~~ lOncb~f whJch ~~e served ~~ Le x ington School every Monday · and Jedne~day . There is a $2 charge for those who are under 50, however. Also, two afternoons a month, the elders will play bingo after lunch. The first game is scheduled for Jan. 28th on Monday afternoon. I want to say that your paper has really been a help to me. It takes me back to my roots. I never knew my grandmother Sophie Medacco, but wish I had. I know a little of her, from the stories the family tells. She must have had a hard life, especially through the depression. We are presently planning a box social for Feb. 15th. Any help or suggestions will be appreciated. For more information, call Rita 454-0630, Shirley McDo nald 774~8331 or Vi 454-1726. Thanks again for TURTLE TALK. YOUR LOCAL DRUM, BRADLEY SETTLEMENT Darlene (LaHaye) Friedel Fremont, Indiana · DRUM WAS I.NVITED TO THE CLEVELAND POW Duri ng the Christmas Sea~on, Betty Mark, Cecelia Sprague, Viola Wesaw, Rita Thinking back on the hard times my grandparentsWemigwans and Viola Compo visited our had makes me feel like we now are so lucky to shut- i ns at Kent Community Hor;pi tal and have what we have today. Faith Baptist Nurs i ng Home. A gift of . fruit and a lap robe was given to them. I have lived down here in Indiana for 30 years They were all so happy with the visit, but my heart still takes me back to Peacock, it was well worth the time spent. Michigan. We make our trip .there at least once a year and ·visit my grandparents'· graves VIOLA COMPO in Dublin. ~~~~~~'."."'--..,...--·---------*********** *********************** ***** WOW ON JANUARY 26, 1980. HOPE MANY OF YOU WERE THERE TO SUPPORT OUR LOCAL NISHNru3E. �; :so " Il 1 INDIAN DANCING Board Meeting Lexington School 6:00-6:30 PM 6:30-9:30 Sct\ensul 's Sponsored bt Eastbrook Mall Title IV. ( R) 14 Lunch for NA elders. Le~. Sch. 5 3 Pow Wow Escanaba; fLexington INOIAN DANCING ' School .,MI. . 10 Lunch-Lexington Native American 111 Elderly 12 INDIAN DANCING LexingtonSchool Lunch-Lexington N.A. Elderly 17 . I l1a INDIAN DANCING Lexington School . lunch-Lexington N.A. Elderly 6 GR Parent Committ ee Meeting. Noon. Arbanas - Call June for reservations. 13.Elders Lunch 2 ow wow POW WOW- Escanaba, Michigan. US 41 North. Bay De Noc Community College - I 7 .. • 18 I 9· 14 15 1 2 scanaba; M ~ ,, • I .A 16 lunch-Lexington N.A. Elderly ' 19 '?Q 23 Lunch-Lexington N.A. Elderly •·..,~,·,.. ,, . �Gr•nd Rapids lntsr-Trillal Council NON 'ROf'IT 0110. · U. S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 690 756 Btld•Je, N .W. 4950·i GI.AND IAPIDS, MICH. ~~~ GO!tRECTION REQUESTER ----- Betty Jones: Library Grand Valley State Colleges Allendale, MI 49401 � 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. 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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 Herr, Virginia Medacco (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/3ef550d800a07ae4d07c7a8d1485c3ab.pdf b8e5c0fa9f192b989c45d479bfd5afa6 PDF Text Text �CONDENSED MINUTES OF BOARD MEETING HELD JANUARY 5, 1981. FILE AT 45 LEXINGTON N.W. ORIGINAL MINUTES ON Board members present: President Pat Rawlings, Simon Francis, Kathy Stinger, Jeanette St. Clair, Mary Church, Paul Jackson Jr., and John Hart. Absent: Barbara Arzola and George Martin. STAFF REPORTS Part C - Mike Connolly Mike explained very little has been done during the month of December. Five people did complete their GED and two people completed their H.S. diploma. Grand Rapids Community Education Tech Center has sent out their winter brochure copy for 1981, for high school completion. So far, we have seven people interested in Auto Mechanics. The courses run 17 weeks. The brochure was distributed to all Board members. Junior College will be offering another class. The Council is thinking about offering Michigan Indian History. Anyone interested just let us know. Last year the Title VI, Kent County Ceta, was written ~r a recreation program. This year the youth will be working in the substance abuse program. Mike prepared the proposal CETA VI for the coming year. This needs approval and a resolution. The proposal must be sent in by Dec. 30, 1980. John Hart moved to accept the Kent County Ceta Title VI Project Proposal form and the resolution. Seconded by Jeanette St. Clair. Unanimously approved. CETA - Greg Bailey Ceta III has been running on no money since October. A check did come in today. Ceta III auditors will be in the end of the month. Ceta is not having much luck in the OJT Program. Greg's report was mailed to the Board members. Outreach - Shirley McDonald Shirley was unable to attend the Board meeting. The Seniors' Christmas party was a huge success. The money from the raffle tickets went to pay for a T.V. and two fruit baskets (Christmas) and four food baskets for people who could not get out. Accounting - Bob Johnson The auditors recommended the accounting office keep all personnel records. Indian Child Welfare - Geri Conway A meeting on January 8 & 9 has been set-up with four other agencies to plan a consortium. Each agency should have their proposal ready. The Council needs approval for the proposal and resolution. John Hart moved to accept the proposal, consortium and resolution for the Indian Child Welfare Program. THE NEXT BOARD MEETING WILL BE FEBRUARY 3, 1981, 7:30 P.M. IN THE CETA OFFICE AT LEXINGTON SCHOOL, 45 LEXINGTON N.W. NORMALLY THE GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL BOARD MEETINGS ARE THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT 7:30 P.M. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND. �Booshoo! A-neesh-na With a great sigh of relief I can say that the proposal for 1981-82 was sent in time to meet the deadline of January 12, 1981. Confirmation of tts reception was received in our office. The public hearing on December 17, 1980 was well attended and the persons in attendance gave good input. We want to thank all the persons who participated and voiced concerns and interests in the Native American Education Program. The direction the program will take in 1981-82 will be about the same as it has been. I would be glad to discuss the plans of the program in detail to anyone who would like this information. The Native American Education Program Office is in Lexington School, 45 Lexington N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49504. The telephone number is 456-4226. Do give us a call or come to the office and see us anytime. We are here to help you in any way we can. You may want to get in touch with a particular Service Specialist. You may do that, too. The following is a list of the Specialists and the target schools: Angeline Yob - Sibley and Elementary Schools Beverly Meadows - Stocking and Coit Elementary and Walbridge Academy, Alternative Education Program Gary Shawa - Westwood Middle and Central High George Snider - Union High, Harrison Park Middle, Harrison Park Elementary, Alternative Education Program. Reminder: There is drumming and singing on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Beadwork on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Megwetch, ,_.. ,· .. tu , / J.L ' Cl..._:_.,_: Jeanette St. Clair, Coordinator Native American Education Program WANTED: Original Native American short poetry for publication by the Alliance for the Preservation of Native American Art Forms, an Art group, based at Lexington School. The publication will be offered for sale at Native American functions with the authors receiving a percentage of the profits. Contact June Gorman, Art Department, Lexington School, phone 456-3720. We sincerely thank the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council for allowing us to use their facilities to cook and sell Indian food. We will be at Lexington on Feb. 12 & 26 and March 12 & 26 and every other Thursday after that. Megwetch, · Bea Bailey, Secretary, Faith Gospel Church ����For more information about toil or other substances, don't hesitate to call Kim at the Inter-Tribal Council, the number is 774·8331. NOTICE AUTHENTIC INDIAN FOOD FOR SALE IN THE SENIOR'S ROOM AT LEXINGTON SCHOOL, 45 LEXINGTON N.W. ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, FROM 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. AND EVERY THURSDAY FOLLOWING. SPONSORED BY THE INDIAN MEMBERS OF THE FAITH GOSPEL CHURCH OF 7300 S. DIVISION. PLEASE PLAN TO STOP BY. Megwetch, Bea Bailey, Secretary DIRECTION VOICES Quiet forrest, silent birds only the wind to hear. Still your motions, settle deeply, let the sound drift near. Woman talking, low and laughing, down the creek away. Hear her voices, softly singing, words are still astray. Settle deeper, lie down with her, let the song inside you grow. Understanding one another like a river flows. Raise your voices, join in with her, sing your songs unto the wind. You have finally found Earth Mother and she has found a friend. Child, ask your mother where your path begins. Child, ask your father where your path ends. Child, ask the Grandfather to guide your feet lest you stray. Child, you have but to look where you walk, your heart knows the way. by Sarah Pigeon By Sarah Pigeon NOTICE THE SENIOR CITIZENS SPONSOR A BAKE SALE EVERY FRIDAY MORNING AT L£Xl~GTON SCHOOL. FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE HERE EVERY FRIDAY, WE KNOW HOW DELICIOUS THEIR BAKED GOODS ARE. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE NOT, PLEASE STOP BY. YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU ARE MISSING! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ABOUT THE COVER: A special thanks to Sylvester Wesaw who drew the fantastic picture on the cover. of this month's issue of Turtle Talk. ���WHAT IF YOUR LANDLORD REFUSES TO MAKE REPAIRS? - A tenant could have three options: 1. In building with three or more units located in cities with more than 10,000 persons, you might be able to pay your rent to the city's rent escrow account. However, you may do this ~if your landlord never got a certificate of compliance with local bu1lding and health laws, or if your landlord has been investigated and his certificate of compliance has been suspended or withheld by the city. 2. Another thing a tenant can do is to refuse to pay any more rent to the landlord until needed repairs are done. Under state law, in most situations where a landlord tries to evict a tenant for not paying rent, a court has the power to reduce the rent that has to be paid for the reason that the landlord has not kept the rental unit in good repair. Because you cannot predict how much, if any, the court may reduce the rent that must be paid. It is very important that the tenant set aside and save the rent money amount as it becomes due. The tenant should also notify the landlord that the rent money is being withheld because .certain definite repairs are needed or certain conditions need to be improved. 3. A tenant may also take his or her rent money and use it to make needed repairs that the landlord refuses to do. If the tenant does this, he/ she should notify the landlord of doing these repairs, and the tenant should make sure to save any receipts or other records proving that the repairs have been done. If a tenant pays rent to the city rent escrow account, withholds rent, or uses rent money to make need repairs, it is very possible that the landlord may take the tenant to court to evict him/her. If the landlord sues to evict you, you may have good legal defenses to the eviction suit. You should try to get legal advice if you are paying rent to the city rent escrow account, withholding rent, or using your rent to make repairs. Under Michigan law, it is illegal for your landlord to forcibly evict you by locking you out of your apartment or cutting off your utility service. You may be able to get a court order to stop the landlord from interfering with your right to live in the apartment, plus money damages. If your landlord does try to forcibly evict you, you should seek legal advise immediately. If you have other questions, you can call the Tenant's Union at 241-6429 or call the Outreach Department at the Grand Rapids Inter-Triba.1 Council at 774-8331 . Another number to call if you cannot afford legal counseling is 774-2952. is the Family law Office of legal Aid. If you would like a copy of the DO YOU RENT brochure, call 774-8331 and ask for the Outreach Department. This ��Jackie Harris recently was moved from St. Mary•s hospital to Kent Conmunity hospital. We are sorry to say there has been no change in her condition. Her family and friends would appreciate your prayers. cold. Boredom, Boredom. Boredom. HEYi DON'T PIECES. PUT A LITTLE EXCITEMENT IN YOUR l1F£1 GO TD TO PIECES. COMMUNITY EDUCATION HAS A LOT TO OFFE~ Second semester begins February 2, so call 456-3720 TODAY! ��-------- ---- --- + NON PROFIT ORG. Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council » » • » • # • 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 # » » U. S. POSTAGE rAID MC Phone:n4-8331 Betty Jones: Library Grand Valley State Colleges Allendale, MI 49401 I iw!i PERMIT NO. 690 GJIANO 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. 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/4151a9cdcfd6b0b2857eb54e84b72c2f.pdf 1a4a577bc1b60df6d83b9cbac5081bb7 PDF Text Text T U R T L E T A L K ~ FEBRUARY /~ i',3 GRAND RAPIDS INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL when incidents like this occur. J. Wagner Wheeler As the major medium in this area, you Assistant Director Joseph Raphael should have done more. GRITC BOARD OF DIRECTORS J. WAGNER WHEELER President- - - - - - - - George Martin Executive Director Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Vice President- - - - - - Robert Biggs Council Secretary- - - - - - - -Barbara ArzolaL etter to the GR Press - 1983 Jennie Pigeon Treasurer- Executive Director Sgt.-At-Arms- - - -John Hart GR Inter-Tribal Council Board of Member- - - - - - - - - - Mary Roberts - S i.d ney Mar t•in Directors meet the first Tuesday of Member- each month at 7:30, at 45 Lexington. Member- - - - - - - - - - Mary S c h ru bb e Member- William Memberto HAPPY BIRTHDAY 10 EVERYONE WHO HAS A SENIOR LUNCHES ARL BEING SERVED EVERY BIRTHDAY IN FEBRUARY. TUESDAY AND THURSDAY, 11:30 FOR SENIORS 12 NOON FOR ALL OTHERS. NATIVE THANKS AGAIN TO SANDYS CLASSROOM FOR AMERICAN SENIORS AND SPOUSE 50 YEARS HELPING ME WITH TURTLE TALK. OF AGE AND OLDER--FREE. NON-INDIAN 60 YEARS AND OLDER--FREE. The Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council LEXINGTON STAFF-----DONATION OF $2.00. expresses our disappointment in the recent Press article concerning the existence and sale of the video game Custer's Revenge. The classroom t~aining been very busy. We recall the racial incident in Wyoming concerning a city Councilman and his tenant whereby The Press stated its concern, sensitivity to, and opinion of racial slurs and prejudicial behavior. program has Chris Shomin and Maryan Mashka are making sure the students are coming to school. Chris has really been doing a good job tracking the students down and getting them in here. Due to her hard work and patience with Our community expected the same support and sensitivity. CETA III: Objective criticism could have been directed at the manufacturer and to the shops selling the Custer's Revenge game. Many times we feel the Grand Rapids community overlooks our feelings her students, (44) Native Americans have completed their GED/High School. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! to these students. I know without Chris we could not have done it. �End of first semester January 1983 WE SALLJT[ AND CONGRATULATE THE FOLLOWING WHO WORKED SO HARD TO fINlSH!' l. Lon Ailing 23. Rick Sprague 2. Harry Boak 24. Don Sumners 3. Matt Boyer 25. Wilfred Wemigwans 1, . Don Ensley 26. Alicia Anewishki 5. Wjlliam lox 27. Georgl a Geni" G. Colby Genereaux 28. Gary Genereaux 7. Rod Genereaux 29. Pat Hansen 8. Elizabeth Gibbs 30. Kareen Milk 9. Linda Holt 31. Denise Traversie 10. 1·1e 11 is sa 32. Barbara f:.nsley 11. l\athleen Kalmbach 33. Shirley Wilson 12. James McCann 34. Paul Rueckert 13. Deborah Mandoka 35. Harvey Anderson 14. Paul Martell 36. Gregory Pe plow 1. 5. Tony Recollet 3 7. John Hinmon 16. Lawrence Schaub 38. Marie Shananaquet I 7. William Schrubbe 39. Fred Shepard 18. Lillian Sams 40. Jeffrey Marshall 19. l\a thleen Shagonaby 41. Jim Genia 20. Bill Shananaquet 42. Lenny Rittenhouse 21. Paul Shomin 43. Sarah Andrews 22. Carl Raphael 44. Nick Wilson Johnson �ANNOUNCEMENT: GRITC -OUTREACH The North American Indian Student AAA 1st quarterly report organization will be having its second contracted units of service-actual annual Pow-Wow on February 19 - 20 in Outreach the I.M.WEST'S TURF ARENA, with the Grand Entries being at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 p. M. on Saturday, and again at 2:00 p. M. on Sunday. The North I&R 450 135 3,600 unduplicated clients 878 contacted Outreach 150 45 American Indian Student organization is ---------------one of the few student organizations G/LR Second Quarter in Michigan to sponsor such an event. Planned Actual The purpose of the Pow-Wow is to raise Em. Food 400 387 funds for the JOHN WINCHESTER MEMORIAL 2,658 3,600 LOAN/GRANT FUND. The fund is to help Buyers Club 175 145 financially disadvantaged Native Ameri425 341 can students who attend Michigan State University. Another purpose of the Pow-Wow is to educate the M.S.U. community about a part of the culture of Native Americans. Homemakers 250 259 2,000 Senior Trans. 50 1~059 1,500 30 913 Yet, a third purpose is to draw young Native Americans to M.S.U. who are considering I'd like to start off this report with a special Thanks to some terrific attending a university once out of high school. CASH PRIZES, RAFFLE, TRADERS WELCOME, people for volunteering their time to make this past Christmas Season a great success: NO FOOD CONCESSIONS ALLOWED. Children's Shopping Tour 12/7/82 THE COST OF ADMISSION--Adults $1.50day or $3.00/week-end (w/button) ($1.00 w/student ID.) Jumbo Anderson Helen Raphael Gary Shawa George Snider Jean Warren Senior Christmas Party 12/21/82 Children--$ .50/day (ages 3-12) Children under 3 are free FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL DEB GALVIN phone; (517) 353-5210 Geri Conway Dorothy Harnish Vicky Heffelbower Rose Anna Martell Maryan Mashka Mary Belle Shawa �Special people who donated material gifts. Joe King Mary Ann Meangwie Joy Sorenson Buddy & Judy Raphael John Zakem THANK-YOU ALL AGAIN. ISSUE NO. 14 The Director's Column By: Kenneth E. Oettle Michigan Office of Services to the Aging For Additional Information Contact: Jackie Borden or Linda Kimball (517) 373-8230 Dawn Anderson, Outreach Director RETIREMENT PLANNING SHOULD PLACE HIGH ON LISTS OF NEW YEARS' RESOLUTIONS THE SAGINAW CHIPPEWA INDIAN TRIB[ 7070 EAST BROADWAY - MT. PLEASANT, MICHIGAN 48858 (517)772-5700 my wife and I often spent a lot of January 12, 1983 time thinking about such things as the Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 RE: Docket 57, Indian Claims Money As parents rearing our young children, importance of the children's diet, the need for their regular medical and dental checkups, the necessity of plenty of fresh air and exercise in After fifty-nine years of perseverance, descendants and members of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan will be be receiving their per capita share of the Judgement Fund Moneys awarded under Docket 57 of the Indian Claims Commission. We would like everyone to be aware that this money is NOT to be considered income for purposes of tax, Social Security, Social Services, Child Support or Debts. The Act making per capita payments exempt from income consideration is found in P.L. 93-134, codified as 25 USC Section 1407, which reads: "None of the funds distributed percapita or held in trust under the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to Federal or State income taxes and the per capita payments shall not be considered as income or resources when determining the extent of eligibility for assistance under the Social Security Act." If there are any questions in regard to this please contact our Tribal Legal Staff at (517) 772-1964. lhank you. 3incerely, /s/ Arnold J. 5owmick Tribal Chairman their daily r outine, and exposure to a variety of cultural and educational experiences so that they would be better equipped to make vocational choices and pursue leisure-time interests. Early on we set rules governing allowances for household chores, and expected that the children would come, through trial and error, to ~ake sound financial decisions based on the income they earned. As the children grew, we concerned ourselves with their social behavior, their adjustment to school, their coping skills with adolescence, and finally, with their ability to function away from the nest. Surprisingly enough, they have all made it to adulthood, save one, still living at thome. Parenting is work, with much planning for the future involved. �5 Start early on a regular exercise program. If your mobility and stamina because 1983 may have you thinking are hampered, so, too, ls your about retirement (if you're not already activity level. I bring this up, interestingly enough, retired). But,retirement planning, if successful, needs to include some of these same elements we have credence to when rearing our children. We need to reflect on the factors that contribute to well being-- some of the same principles we tried to instill in our children. For example, living healthful lifestyle is as important for a child preparing for adulthood as it is for persons, say in their forties preparing for whatever their future may hold in retirement. Like- wise, learning to plan for the fiscal responsibility of one's finances is as imporLanL in the rearing of a child as it is for the person who, as an adult, looks forward to the day he'll be able to travel, spend more time with friends, or just play golf. Most people spend an average of 15 years in retirement, but considerably less than that in planning for their Plan for where you'd like to live. If it's another city, does it have options, or business and educational opportur1i tie you' re looking for? Consider how you'll spend your time. (Behavior patterns are not easily changed--if you want a full active life,don't wait till retirement to get involved.) If a second career is on the horizon, find out now all the pros andcons of making a career change and take steps, be they through continued education, volunteer opportunities, or first-hand experience, to enhance your knowledge about that potential career choice. Make an effort to learn a new hobby and to make friends outside of your business associates. Take a close look at your expected income in retirement, then project anticipated expenses. Recognizing that we live in an inflationary world, try to develop a financial plan now that will hopefully ensure sufficient income to adequately maintain your standard of living after retirement. Think positively. Retirement does not necessarily mean "retiring from something" in the your retirement years are rewarding, negative sense. It can be perceived "as a new beginning." And for some, here's some tips gleaned from the exit will be an opportunity to meet perts---RETIREES. new people, make new friends, gain new knowledge, challenge the unStart planning early--the longer conquerable, or in some small way you wait, the less influence you will contribute to humanity. In order have on what shape your life will to make retirement what you want it take in retirement. to be, planning must start long beFollow sound nutritional practices fore thoughts of the retirement party or the gold watch. it's essential to good health. retirement. So, to help ensure that Maintain regular medical and dental checkups. Good health is vital to a happy retirement. For more information about ways to plan for retirement, contact the personnel office where you work or write: Advocacy and Program Development Division, Michigan Office of Services to the Aging, P.O. Box 30026, Lansing, _Michigan 48909 �- (;--- .... F MONDAY - SUNQAY E B R u A R y lUESDAY 1983 WEDNESDAY l THURSDAY ·- GRITC Mtg. 7:30 2 Senior Lunch -- Yusheka Raphael Richard Lewis - 7 3 - SATURDAY - 5 4 Senior Lunch 6 FRIDAY 8 -- Wanda Raphael Recca Rapahel 9 -- 10 12 11 - t Senior Lunch Senillunch 1 Kristi 13 14 --- 15 ---'-- 16 ~-- Senior Lunch - 22 21 - 28 MARCH - 19 Percy Bird - 23 - Senior Lunch 27 , Senior Lunch Pine Shomin -1.Q.. . ananaau et Wag Wheeler 18 -17- 24 - 25 26 ____£_ 'i Senior Lunch l 2 ---- Senior Lunch 3 -Senior Lunch ~ ------- - I �• Grand Rapids Inter-Tribal Council NON PROFI T ORG . u. s. ros r.\c~. :: PA I 0 45 Lexington, N.W., Grand Rapids, Mich. 49504 rr:Rt.',:T NO G~:\~ID Betty Jon es: Library Grand Valley State Coll eges Allendale, MI 49401 I I r:.• i· i 690 l � 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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