A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The movie Avatar is a painful experience for Native people because we know the ending after the first minutes of the film. The plot describes the attempt by humans to exploit, by mining, a mineral called unobtanium from a moon which circles a planet in the Alpha Centauri star system. The moon, called Pandora by the humans, is inhabited by ten foot tall indigenous people who refer to themselves as the Na’vi. They are blue skinned, have cat like eyes, are tattooed and are graced with long tails. They live in and near a large, oak like tree c...
There were many hugs, smiling faces, and laughs to be had at the Tsi Tetewatatkens Senior’s Center on Jan. 13, as they said farewell and happy retirement to their beloved bus driver Joe Cooke. Mr. Cooke used to work for Alcoa and for the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Housing Authority before coming to work for the Senior’s Center in 2003. For Mr. Cooke, the best part of the job was all the joking and having fun with the seniors and getting to hear all their funny stories. He says he plans to tra...
•• All is quiet in the Six Nations territories this week and next as the communities prepare for the Midwinter ceremony. The majority of the Longhouses will start on Wednesday, the 20th and carry through to next week. •• The Haudenosaunee sent delegates to a meeting in Washington, D.C. with the Department of Justice on January 14. The meeting was scheduled that will discuss the two (2) wampum belts be auctioned at Sotheby’s. The Haudenosaunee would like the wampum belts returned and definitely not to set a precedent by having to purchase...
Holistic healing and alternative medicines have been used for centuries to help treat just about everything from arthritis to the flu. Herbologist and Certified Natural Health Practitioner Louise Ingle is convinced holistic healing can help anybody, which is why she opened “Footsteps to Wellness,” a wellness clinic right here in Akwesasne. Ingle has 20 years experience working as an ambulatory clinic nurse for the St. Regis Mohawk Health Services. Working as a nurse is where she first bec...
Indian Time Newspaper is happy to be organizing the 4th annual writing contest as part of the Akwesasne Winter Carnival. Sorry we missed last year’s carnival! Winners in three age categories will receive prizes and have their entry printed in Indian Time. Teachers are encouraged to have students participate in the contest. All participants will have their names entered into the grand prize drawing at the Akwesasne Winter Carnival, but they must be present to win. They do not need to be present to win the writing contest however. Please include...
Submitted by D’Arcy O’Connell On Monday, January 11th, the new principal at Tsi Snaihne School enjoyed a pizza party with the students of the month for December. Students were chosen from each class for completing their assignments on time, respecting their peers and being at school on time and prepared for class. Congratulations to all the December students of the month! Their hard work and determination helps make Tsi Snaihne School a wonderful place to teach, learn and pla...
1. Drive cautiously-be a watchful driver! 2. Before heading out on the road, wipe all snow and ice from your windows, lights, and mirrors. Also wipe snow off your license plate. The troopers will give you a ticket if it is not legible. 3. Be sure to drive with your lights on! It is easier for other drivers to see you, especially if you have a white vehicle and are driving in a snowstorm! 4. Always drive the speed limit, unless the road conditions prevent it! Try not to be in a big hurry to get to your destination. It is better to arrive...
Mohawk Printing & Signs proudly opened their doors for business at the Kanienkehaka Plaza on Route 37 hoping to fill a big need in Akwesasne for a business that provides quality signs, promotional items and other customized work. “We’re trying to basically be able to do anything a business needs from business cards to signs, any kind of apparel, uniforms, and promotional products,” said Mike Loran who co-owns Mohawk Printing & Signs with Phil Preston. “We do pretty much everything on site,...
Submitted by Julia Jacobs St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Environmental Outreach 518-358-5937 ext: 126 [email protected] A pesticide is a chemical used to prevent, destroy, or repel pests. Pests can be insects, mice and other animals, weeds, fungi, or microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. Some examples of pests are termites causing damage to our homes, dandelions in the lawn, and fleas on our dogs and cats. Pesticides also are used to kill organisms that can cause diseases. Most pesticides contain chemicals that can be harmful to people,...
INTRODUCTION The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has approved to conduct a study to gather information for the compensation they are seeking from Canada for losses connected with the traditional fishery in the St. Lawrence River. In order to establish a right to compensation the Mohawks must first prove the losses as well as the fact that the construction of the Seaway Project was a direct cause of those losses. According to many elders in the community, the Seaway and Power Project caused a dramatic change in the river system which affected the...
THE FATHERLESS BOY In the old days, in a Native village, twelve male babies were born the same night. Eleven had fathers and one was fatherless. His mother was a pure woman. When the mothers of the eleven infant boys who had fathers were able to be about, they wished to visit the mother of the fatherless boy. One day, they took their sons and went to the home of the twelfth boy. They all arrived at the same time, as though having previous arranged the meeting. The eleven mothers took their sons...
Back row (L-R): JayJay Square, Jamie Davis, unknown, Johnny Jacobs, Adam Bigtree, Donald Angus, Eddie Jacobs, Babe Hemlock, Terry Bigtree, unknown. Front (L-R): Pete Bigtree, Brad Bigtree, Tommy “Salt” Square Niawen to Courtney King for sharing this photo with our readers. Do you have any old photos that you’d like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON Stop letting your photos gather dust in the b...
Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it’s a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. Our new “We Love Visitors” series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don’t be scared to come and visit us (we’ll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to s...
Name: Roneratatenion Cole Thompson Born: Aug. 27, 2009 Weight: 5 lbs. 10oz. Parents: Tammy Tarbell and Eric Thompson Grandparents: Jane and Robert Tarbell, Loran Thompson and the late Joyce Montour Thompson Siblings: Iotsienhi:io and Kakwiranoron...
Name: Joseph Ernest Terrance Born: Thursday, December 3, 2009 Weight: 8lbs14oz Parents: Lauren Mitchell and Joe Terrance Grandparents: Ernie and Kerry Mitchell and Mrs. Rita Terrance...
Preparation time: 10 min Servings: 6 Cooking time: 30 min Ingredients: 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar 8 slices whole wheat bread, cubed 1-1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 1-1/2 cups skim milk 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup evaporated skim milk 1 egg yolk 1/3 cup sugar Cooking Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange bread cubes in the bottom of a buttered 8 in. baking dish. Sprinkle with raisins. Combine eggs and egg yolk in a bowl. Whisk vigorously until blended. Whisk in remaining ingredients, except confectioner’s sugar, and...
I have noticed and been told how different my boys act when with me and when they are not. Even when they are just with their father while I step out to do some shopping I come home and hear stories about how bedtime was a breeze and neither boy cried once. Though it is nice to know that the boys are happy it leaves me wondering what the difference is. Over the weekend I was going through all the little things that are proof that when the boys are with me they are Mama’s boys and when they are with anyone else they are big boys. At Big B...
•When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately wanted to paint another one. •When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you feed a stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind to animals. •When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you make my favorite cake for me, and I learned that the little things can be the special things in life. •When you thought I wasn’t looking I heard you say a prayer, and I knew that there is a God I could always talk to, and I learned to trust in Him....
The mountain remembers how life used to be back in prehistoric times and how the world was so beautiful but now there are buildings everywhere and so much pollution. It wants to help the Earth kill mankind so the Earth can regenerate and all will be beautiful again. Kioronhlakwente grade 8 The mountain remembers the cool snow that would gather on his top in Winter And run down the sides during Spring. The flowers would grow in all shades and colors. He remembers the cool breeze in the hot summer air. And when fall came around all the oranges,...
Massena Red Raiders Boys Varsity Wrestling took on Malone Huskies for the second time since the season began back in December. Massena toppled Malone 42-28 with 4 pins and 3 forfeits. Massena’s overall record is 3-3 and they are currently third for Section X Boys Wrestling. Photo by Mary La France...
Our hockey player, Turner Thomas, shared his experiences from a hockey tournament that he was involved in over the weekend on January 16 and 17th. His team, St. Lawrence Thunder, competed against other various teams in Pittsfield, Mass. On Friday, the Thunder played against the Berkshire Bruins and won that game 6-1. On Saturday, the team played the New England Rhinos with Thunder defeating them again with a score of 4-1. The Rhode Island Rams faced the Thunder this time and again won by a...
On Friday, January 15, there was a very exciting game between the Salmon River Boys Hockey team and the N.Y. defending State Champs New Hartford. The Shamrocks didn’t give up although they were trailing 2-0 at first. Nick Smiddy got the puck going and forwarded the first goal with just a minute left in the period. Stevie Ray Adams was the helper on that goal. Two more goals were added from Blake Tarbell, Nolan Thomas and Stevie Ray, again. The third successful shot came from Oakley Thomas and w...
A bus driver for Salmon River, Chris Barse, followed through with his promise to the team of Shamrock girls basketball players. Here is a little background about the promise. The Chateaugay high school has very tough teams, both in the boys and girls divisions. Salmon River usually falls to these teams in their basketball competitions. Well, Mr. Barse has been such an encouraging follower and supporter as he transports his teams around. He made the promise that if Salmon River can defeat...
Back row (L-R) Teka Jacobs, Jonas Gray, Logan Cree, Miles Jacobs, Keegan Thomas, Cordell Benedict, Stephan Tromblay, Cody Lazore, Logan Lamb, David Roundpoint Front row (L-R) Lawrence Jackson, Kendrick Angus, Tyler Sisto, Chad George, Shane Tarbell, Jerry Gibson Missing from photo: Dawson George, Jarrod Jackson, Coaches Sisto and Marty Dupra. North Franklin Peewee Tournament schedule, Jan 22-24. If there are any changes, I’ll put it on CKON Fri. at 7:00 NF vs. Cornwall Island Sat. 8:00 T...
