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Excellence Rewarded Glory Shows a Little-Known Story By Jan Thoman “We fight for men and women whose poetry is not yet written but which will presently be as enviable and renowned as any.” Colonel Robert Gould Shaw 1862 It seems like everyone here at ShowcaseNow! is talking about the Grand Review Week planned for this coming November in Harrisburg and talk of the United States Colored Troops (U.S.C.T.) turned my mind to Edward Zwick’s 1989 film, Glory. This Academy Award winning film (Best Actor in a Supporting Role for Denzel Washington, Cinematography and Best Sound) tells the story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, led by Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, whose letters form a basis for the film. Screenwriter Kevin Jarre also based his screenplay on the books Lay This Laurel by Lincoln Kirstein and One Gallant Rush by Peter Burchard. The huge cast includes Matthew Broderick as Colonel Shaw, scion of a wealthy Boston family with strong abolitionist leanings; Cary Elwes as Major Kevin Forbes -- and as the four soldiers whose stories represent the entire company, Andre Braugher as Thomas Searles, a childhood friend of Shaw and Forbes; Morgan Freeman as Sgt. Major Rawlins; Denzel Washington as the rebellious Trip and Jihmi Kennedy as Sharts. Broderick is very effective as Shaw, a 27-year old suddenly given responsibility for making the 54th into a disciplined army, a job he takes very seriously. Although it’s rumored in the story that the Colored Troops will only be used as laborers, Shaw insists on their receiving the proper training. When supplies are denied his troops, he takes matters into his own hands to get them the shoes they desperately need, and the uniforms that coalesce them into a proud group of soldiers. All involved give moving performances, but whenever Washington is onscreen he radiates, first with the force of his anger, then with the fervor of a soldier. His most moving scene is when, as punishment for “deserting” he’s given 20 lashes. The looks of horror on the faces of Shaw and Forbes when the camera shows that Trip’s back is already horribly scarred by beatings in the past are Simple Pleasures unforgettable. So are the regret shown when Shaw orders the punishment to continue, and finally, the defiance and pride on Trip’s face as he stares into Shaw’s eyes while receiving the beating. I also feel the scene when he “witnesses” on the night before battle is moving and memorable. Washington as Trip has no equal. The battle scenes are, as with most such scenes, difficult to watch. Contrasting with the violence is James Horner’s haunting score with the angelic voices of the Harlem Boy’s Choir rising over the carnage. The battle that is the climax of the film is the attempted taking of Fort Wagner. Even when he is convinced that the casualties will be tremendous, Shaw volunteers the 54th to lead the charge into the mouths of the cannons and artillery that make the fort impenetrable. If you decide to watch Glory, it would be worth your while to find the 2-disc Special Edition. One of the special features is an informative documentary narrated by Morgan Freeman, telling what happens to the remaining men of the 54th after the battle of Fort Wagner, along with wonderful daguerreotypes and sketches of the men. I highly recommend this film to any student of the Civil War. I think this film conveys a realistic picture of the time and the men who fought together to reunite this country of ours. About the Writer: Jan Thoman is Collection Services Manager at a major library in southcentral Pennsylvania. Friends and colleagues count on her vast knowledge of books and films to recommend their next selection whether on paper, CD, DVD or other media. You can contact Jan by e-mail at ShowcaseNow@aol.com and you can access other columns she wrote in the archived issues available online at ShowcaseNow.net. Two Teens Learning Cultures of Another Country Time: 8—11:30 a.m. Where: Holiday Inn Conference Center Routes 83 and PA Turnpike New Cumberland PA Cost: $50 person / $40 each additional person Dr. Edward (Ned) Hill is the Dean of the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University. He is one of the nation’s foremost thought leaders on manufacturing and chairs the Manufacturing Extension Partnership’s National Advisory Board. In 2004 he led the Deloitte Consulting project “Manufacturing Pennsylvania’s Future.” This landmark study identified opportunities for growth in PA Manufacturers and proved the importance of investing in this vital economic sector. 12 ShowcaseNow! Volume 7 Issue 8 Register at www.YorkChamber.com or contact Louise Heine at 717-771-4581 or heine@yorkchamber.com. Program Partially Sponsored by: Barley Snyder LLC PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company Stambaugh Ness, PC Jacob Beck Ross Markey Two teens from York County are spending a year abroad under the Rotary Club of York Youth Exchange program. Student Jacob Beck, left, has left for Croatia for the 2010-11 academic year and Ross Markey, right is spending a year in Brazil. If you would like more information about the Rotary Exchange program, contact the York Rotary office at 848-1370 or visit www.exchangestudent.org
Celebrating Excellence “Denim & Diamonds” Celebration to Benefit Martin Library By Deborah Sullivan 75 The interior of Martin Library is stunning on any normal library day, but on the evening of Friday, October 22 it will be all a glitter. Curtains of shimmering diamonds -- fake, but fun and flashy -- will bejewel the library as it commemorates its 75 th Anniversary with a “Denim & Diamonds” benefit celebration. The Library opened on Halloween night in 1935. The fundraising event will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Library, 159 E. Market Street, York. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, desserts and entertainment by “REAL DIAMOND,” the Premier Neil Diamond Tribute Band, are all included in the $35 ticket price. Tickets will go on sale at the library main desk starting Friday, September 10. They will be available through Monday, October 18. All proceeds benefit the library, aiding its continued service to the York Community. “Dress for the evening in your denim and diamond best. Wear your nicest jeans and add lots of bling, or put on your formal wear and mix in some denim,” says Donor Relations Manager Karla Heberlig. “We think the evening is going to be a blast, and we hope everyone will come help celebrate our 75 th year. There is no doubt that there will be lots of dancing to “REAL DIAMOND,” and if you listen closely, I bet you’ll hear some singing along too.” “We are a professional band dedicated to the faithful re-creation of the live Neil Diamond experience,” says Curt DiDomizio, REAL DIAMOND’S lead singer and founder. “We are obsessively passionate about providing you with Original Painting of Martin Library by Brenda Wintermyer Raffle of Art & Jewelry Will Raise Money for Library Raffle tickets for a 14k gold diamond ring donated by Jin Jou Meighen of Gem Boutique and a 28” x 22” painting by Brenda Wintermyer of justBRENDAart Studio Gallery framed by Barbara Weitkamp of The Frame Shop will be on sale for $10 a piece or 3 for $25. Tickets will be available at the library’s Main Desk beginning September 10. The items are valued at $950 and $1,500 respectively. All proceeds benefit Martin Library. The winning tickets will be drawn during the library’s October 22 Denim & Diamonds Benefit Celebration. It is not necessary to be present to win. Know anyone who would like this diamond? 2010 Real Diamond Singer Curt DiDomizio Sings Neil Diamond classics the finest Neil Diamond show short of having the man there himself.” The Lansdale-based band will perform note-for-note renditions of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits including the songs “Cracklin’ Rosie”, “Sweet Caroline”, “Hello Again”, “You Know What I Mean”, “September Morn”, “Love on the Rocks” and “Forever in Blue Jeans”. DiDomizio has been entertaining crowds since elementary school, singing Elvis, Neil Diamond, Elton John and others. His musical repertoire includes playing rhythm guitar and drums as well as writing songs. In addition to his live performances, he has appeared in commercials, T.V. shows and has done voice-over work. For more information or for assistance purchasing tickets, please contact the Martin Library Development Office at 849-6952. Commemorating 75 years of Commitment to the Community Milton Martin and his wife, the former Martha Jane Landes, envisioned a free public library for the community of York. It was brought to fruition through the dedicated efforts of individuals specifically named by Milton Martin to form the Martin Library Association. The library held two public grand openings, one on October 31, and the second on November 2, 1935. The brand new collection consisted of 22,000 books, audio records, and pamphlets. Today, the library houses over 158,000 items and nearly 1,400 people pass through its doors every day. “Strong leadership by the presidents and members of the Martin Library Association has been an integral part of the library’s success,” reflects Martin Library CEO Bill Schell. “It is during this 75 th year that we want to take time to recognize the many dedicated individuals who have helped our library to grow and flourish through their dedicated work.” The following individuals served as president of the Martin Library Association Board of Directors: 1916-1940 John E. Baker 1941-1943 Vincent Keesey 1944-1967 George Whiteley 1968-1971 William H. Baker 1972-1977 Beauchamp Smith 1978-1982 Lavere Senft 1982-1984 Glenn Baublitz 1984-1985 Edward Elias 1985-1988 William Simpson 1988-1989 Frances Wolf 1989-1992 William Groft 1995-1996 Jan Herrold 1996- 1999 Peter Brubaker 1999-2002 Anthony Campisi 2002-2004 George Severns 2004-2007 Chrysta Stine 2007-2010 William S. Shipley III 2010 – Present Robert A. Kinsley II ShowcaseNow! Volume 7 Issue 8 13
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