A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The first issue of Indian Time was printed 30 years ago on July 1, 1983. It was printed every two weeks and the cost was $ .50. Indian Time was printed under the auspices of the Mohawk Nation Council, as was Akwesasne Notes. The front cover was a great photo of Ernest Mitchell in the nets, taken by Rokwaho. The headlines from that first issues included: The Wolf Pack – Akwesasne New Running Club, Kanawake Mohawks and the Cornwall Island Thunderbirds, Open House and Dedication of the St. Regis M...
The editorial team at AKWESASNE NOTES was a bunch of Mohawk poets: Dan Thompson (Rokwaho) and myself, Alex Jacobs (Karoniaktakie). Later Peter Blue Cloud (Aroniawenrate), also involved was Salli Benedict, a poet and writer in her own right, and a board member of the Akwesasne Communications Society. Perhaps Peter had not come on board yet, but 2 years after INDIAN TIME was started in 1983, we received grants from New York literary organizations to start a 3rd publication, AKWEKON Native Arts...
In a ceremony held on Thursday June 27, Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School graduated the Class of 2013. Due to the size of the graduating class, the ceremony needed to be split in half, with last names starting with letters A-K at 10 AM, and letters L-Z had their ceremony at 2 PM. This year’s celebration was a little different than previous ones, in that it had a first for Akwesasne: it’s first Valedictorian in Quinlyn Jacobs. Jacobs is the daughter of Julie Phillips-Jacobs and John Jac...
OFFICIAL LISTING OF CANDIDATES Tribal Chief Beverly Cook Gary Cole Sub-Chief Debra Martin Andrew J. Cook Shelley Jacobs Jolene Jackson Absentee Ballots are now available and can be requested until Wednesday, July 10, 2013. In accordance with the Election and Referendum Ordinance, Section VII, Eligibility of Voters, states: At the time of voting an eligible voter must: 1. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 2. Be an enrolled member of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. 3. Reside in the United States for at least six months immediately prior to...
No it’s not your radio, the CKON airwaves have been quiet since about lunchtime on Friday. Remember the power outage on Friday, when the traffic lights in Hogan were out, and it was a four-way stop free-for-all? About that time, a power surge blew out a piece of equipment called the exciter, which has something to do with fuses and the transmitter. The problem is, the part they need is coming from Michigan, which is the closest they could find an exciter. They should be back up soon though. Larry “the Eagle” Edwards said, “If you missed...
On Tuesday June 25th the Kanatakon School celebrated students who worked extra hard all year with an awards ceremony. Parents were invited to attend and it was a packed house. Principal Alice King applauded the staff and students for all their hard work and thanked parents for attending many events. AMBE Director of Education Barry Montour spoke about the success of the Skahwatsira program and projected 120 students for the fall. He also announced that each family will receive the Skahwatsira...
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AKWESASNE – Ms. Elizabeth “Kawisenhawe” Hopps, age 92, of 1195 Island Road, Cornwall Island, passed away after a short illness in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side on Thursday morning, June 27, 2013. Elizabeth was born October 22, 1922 on Cornwall Island, the daughter of the late Mitchell and Mary Point Hopps. She attended schools on Cornwall Island and worked on the family farm for many years. She also was a sewer for the Malone Slipper Factory at one time. Kawis...
AKWESASNE – Mr. Richard “Tahake” Peters, age 87, of 144 White Road, passed away late Thursday evening June 27, 2013, at the Franklin County Nursing Home, Malone. Tahake was born September 1, 1925 in Snye, Quebec the son of the late Mitchell and Agatha Mitchell Peters of Kawenoke. He attended schools in Kawenoke and received his high school diploma through Operation Recognition for World War II Veterans. On September 17, 1943, he entered the US Navy, where he served until his honorable disch...
Carol M. St. Ann, age 59, of Westville, NY, passed away Tuesday morning, July 2, 2013, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone, NY, with her loving and supportive family by her bedside. She had been a patient there since June 28. Born in Malone, NY, September 5, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Alden and Teresa Ghostlaw Bashaw. She graduated from Salmon River Central School and also the cosmetology class of BOCES. After high school, Carol worked as a waitress for several area restaurants. She later worked at Tru-Stitch Footwear in...
Mohawk Raffle Winners Scratch Tickets - Donated by Headstart Class - Kahawanion David Summer Fun - Donated by Pre-K Class - Shannon Thompson Tools - Donated by Kindergarten Class - Kasewaien Peters Toys - Donated by Gr. l Class - Kanerahtaroroks Francis-Herne Angry Birds - Donated by Gr. 2 Class - Lauralee Thompson Arts & Crafts - Donated by Grades 3/4 Class - Kahatente Grace Mitchell Garden Basket- Donated by Grades 5/6 Class - Clint Jacobs Fishing Basket- Donated by Iakhihsohtha - Wendy Terrance Reading Basket- Donated by A.M.B.E - Kim Jock...
Niawen Ko:wa to the staff at Iohahiio for helping out with the post secondary graduate list and photos that appeared in Indian Time. Job well done!...
Thank You, On behalf of our sister Barbara Barnes, please accept a sincere thank you to our family and friends for the friendships, kind words, cards, and flowers. It is only generosity of good friends like you that has brought us through this difficult time. A year has come already. It was just like yesterday. We all know that Barbara has finished her journey and now we have to move on. In moving on, is to say: Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. We deeply appreciate your kind expression of sympathy and support in our time...
Akwesasne, NY - The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe hosted a swearing-in ceremony for community elected officials which included Chief Judge, Traffic Court Judges and newly appointed Police Commissioners at 11:00 a.m. on July 1, 2013 at the Tribal Community building. Chief Judge Peter J. Herne accepted his term, receiving his oath for office from Tribal Clerk Corleen Jacco. Also accepting their fifth consecutive terms as Tribal Traffic Court Judges were Steven B. Cook and Lois Terrance. As part of the...
The Hogansburg Senior Center is open for congregate meals, so join them for lunch! The dining area is open to the public. They are also still delivering meals. Next week, they hope to have the flooring started but they are still not sure how long it will take. Overall, Kallen Martin said, “We hope to have everything back together by the end of July....
Kaweienon:ni Margaret Peters had already been working on a book for her students when one day she found herself getting a whole lot of help. An organization called “The Mighty Pen” found AMBE online and contacted them wanting to help their schools, specifically the Mohawk Language programs. From their website, “The Mighty Pen” was created to address the lack of opportunity for children in the developing world that don’t have access to even the most basic forms of public education. Having st...
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By Karen Armstrong 4-H Youth Development Program Educator Cornell Cooperative Extension Franklin County The sun decided to shine bright on June 27. This was very fortunate since it was Super Family Fun Day in Akwesasne, NY. The event was held at Generations Park. Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment was the driving force behind the day. The Coalition is composed of volunteers and community organization. The day was filled with happy faces and plenty to do! Activities included face painting, bumper sticker and cape making, bouncing...
Grace’s message to all her Akwesasne and area friends Hello Folks! Remember me? Grace Latreille (aka Grace Rule) – your Stanley Lady! I’m inviting you to a book signing at my home. It’s 107 Webster Street in Malone. I’d love to see all of you again! It’s July 14 (Sunday afternoon) at 2:00 pm. I am now the author of several children’s books and I’d like you to have some and I’ll gladly sign them. They are different, clean, the type of stories you might share and enjoy with your children. I plan...
The Tonto and the Lone Ranger movie features Johnny Depp playing a Comanche native but the first actor to play the role was a Mohawk of the Six Nations territory in southern Ontario. His stage name was Jay Silverheels and this is how he came to be a performer in Hollywood movies. In the 1930’s the sport of lacrosse was very popular, particularly those games played in hockey arenas during the summer. The sport was sponsored by the Montreal Canadiens hockey team, which led to the formation of a professional box lacrosse league. Its high speed, e...
WARRANT/ WEAPON Massena, NY - Joshua J. Henderson, 24, of 76 Roosevelt Road, Apt. E, Hogansburg, was picked up by Massena Village police on an arrest warrant charging Henderson with possession of noxious materials, held by Potsdam Village Police on Wednesday on East Orvis Street. Henderson was additionally charged with a felony count of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon for a dagger police allegedly saw in his vehicle while taking him into custody on the warrant. Henderson was arraigned by Massena Town Justice Gerald P. Sharlow and...
On May 31st, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held its annual Long Term Service Recognition Luncheon at the St. Regis Rec. The event recognized MCA employees who have reached the 35, 30, 25, 20, 15 and 10 year milestones in their careers with Mohawk Council. Here, Indian Time showcases some of those who have reached 15 and 10 years of service. 15 YEARS Heather David Tracie Jacobs Arlene David Catherine Francis-Roundpoint Eileen Rourke Lucy Lazore Karen Jocko Heather Phillips Steven Jock Kevin...
On May 31st, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held its annual Long Term Service Recognition Luncheon at the St. Regis Rec. The event recognized MCA employees who have reached the 35, 30, 25, 20, 15 and 10 year milestones in their careers with Mohawk Council. Here, Indian Time showcases some of those who have reached 15 and 10 years of service. 10 YEARS Anna Lisa Johnson Leanne Metcalfe Rachel Lefebvre Tara Thompson Michelle Holly Pyke Adam Benedict Rhonda Adams Christine Bowman Phillip Mitchell...
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We had another weekend filled with kids and silly conversations. Friday night my little niece came over and filled our home with all her fabulous girly talk. I took the boys and her to the movies that night and she did not stop talking the entire ride up to Massena or back. During the movie she kept us giggling with her comments, “Ohh wait until u see this!” or “You’re not going to believe it!” because she had already watched the movie Monsters Inc. She was just so excited to have us see her favorite parts and was trying so hard to hold in a...
