Table Of ContentThe Bowling Proprietor
Index of Content — 1991
Title Page Title
Advertising, Promotion, Publicity System of Bowling revised lane dressing rule adopted
Wapensky honored by Texas association
Bowling for gold — Olympian battle nears payoff and writers group
Bowling for Miracles Children’s Network Women bowlers on trading block
bowled over with success WIBC delegates adopt System of Bowling
Bowling’s stars shine at Salute I WIBC picks Shirk as new leader
Delegates face amendments
Hall of Famer to be honored at Salute to Champions II Business, Management
Learn to Bowl Week to kick off in early 1992
Let’s do it again: Management Briefs
Honorees named for third Salute to Champions 401(k) plans help in saving money
Ohio proprietors excited about new state promotion Are buy/sell pacts necessary?
Ohio radio co-op proves successful with Ask questions before scheduling meetings
“Have-A-Ball” format Check solvency of insurers
Miracles in the making (Bowling for Miracles) Communication key to getting things done
Mobile lane takes bowling to masses Controlling time vital to success
NBC tries to attract women bowlers Coping with someone’s anger
New direct mail promotion targets local centers Counting compliments may open manager's eyes
Salute to Champions will pay respects to Firestone Cultivate positive word of mouth among employees
Salute to Champions II a night for excitement Delegate, don’t dump
Swift/Eckrich on the move Diversify when investing retirement money now
Swift's billion message traffic builder Employees’ at-home habits no concern of management
Swift’s billion message traffic builder Encourage customers to complain
The future of bowling — Your dollars Facts and figures tell the story
The word is out about the Swift/Eckrich promotion Fostering commitment vital to business
Washington State BPA completes $1 million pledge Give employees a bill of rights
Wolf named LPBT’s first executive director Giving way to the computer age
Calling tree designed to boost membership Gold-collar workers worth their weight
Good tax records can save headaches
Board of Directors Government fighting to curb fake money
Helping new employees feel accepted
BOD meeting in San Diego approves Keep records of business meals
System of Bowling compromise Leasing or buying? Questions to ask
Get away from it all and get down to Make your handshake a power statement
business at the midwinter BOD Managers pay a “price” for improved performance
Managing a crisis
Bowling Industry Overcoming disasters with flair
Praise — an often unused management tool
ABC delegates approve System of Bowling compromise Rule changes ease hassle of audits
Awards Rules of word-of-mouth marketing
Back to the same old new basics (three-unit rule) Service the key for all businesses
Back to the same old new basics Sizing up insurance agents
(overall maintenance program) Substance abuse a problem for everyone
Belonging to the BPAA saved me $100,000 The 10 Commandments of complimenting
Bowlers eligible for Presidential Fitness Awards Tax audits not always terrifying experiences June/July
Bowlers roll into spotlight and split lottery winnings Tax reminders March
Bowlers to pick all-time All Stars Ten things to do during tough economic times June/July
BPA of Wisconsin celebrates 50th anniversary The best kept secret in retirepmleannnitn g September
BPAA Gold Pin centers honored Time control a key to success November
BPAA national officers nominated for 1991-92 Travel, entertainment draw notice from IRS October
Bowling hits the big time in the Big Apple Tuning up 401(k) plans May
Carnival bowling catching on Volunteer work can boost company’s image September
Deadline nears for Gold Pin Member Centers Write better business letters January
Death of a tenpin
Family ties keep center strong Articles
Getting started on the three-unit rule Another BPAA conference fulfills proprietor expectations June/July
Hail to the Chief — Wapensky retires Jarlenski shows ways to improve business March
Japan welcomes California bowlers New study tracks leisure habits and behavior
Membership decreases over same period as last year Overcoming the 7-10 split of employee theft
Men’s bowling joins world of trading cards Planning for continuation of your family business
Mike Connor — PBA finds right man for the job Winners or winners to be — that is the question
Monacelli named PBA Player of the Year
New CEO picked for BPAA Committee Action and Seminars
Panel informs proprietors about new industry programs
Proprietor goes from pinsetting to publishing ABC/WIBC Equipment
Proxy voting survey yields interesting results Specifications Committee establishes system 56
Red Bird Lanes flies over obstacles Industry relations committee takes stance
Renovation brings new life to Sheridan Bowl on System of Bowling January 53
Senior bowlers still enjoy hot competition P/ED — a home for leaders, ideas November 34
Seniors find home at Missouri center P/ED strikes the right notes January 24Title
BP 72-January ’92
The Bowling Proprietor
Index of Content — 1991
Title Page Title
Advertising, Promotion, Publicity System of Bowling revised lane dressing rule adopted
Wapensky honored by Texas association
Bowling for gold — Olympian battle nears payoff and writers group
Bowling for Miracles Children’s Network Women bowlers on trading block
bowled over with success WIBC delegates adopt System of Bowling
Bowling’s stars shine at Salute I WIBC picks Shirk as new leader
Delegates face amendments
Hall of Famer to be honored at Salute to Champions II Business, Management
Learn to Bowl Week to kick off in early 1992
Let’s do it again: Management Briefs
Honorees named for third Salute to Champions 401(k) plans help in saving money
Ohio proprietors excited about new state promotion Are buy/sell pacts necessary?
Ohio radio co-op proves successful with Ask questions before scheduling meetings
“Have-A-Ball” format Check solvency of insurers
Miracles in the making (Bowling for Miracles) Communication key to getting things done
Mobile lane takes bowling to masses Controlling time vital to success
NBC tries to attract women bowlers Coping with someone’s anger
New direct mail promotion targets local centers Counting compliments may open manager's eyes
Salute to Champions will pay respects to Firestone Cultivate positive word of mouth among employees
Salute to Champions II a night for excitement Delegate, don’t dump
Swift/Eckrich on the move Diversify when investing retirement money now
Swift's billion message traffic builder Employees’ at-home habits no concern of management
Swift’s billion message traffic builder Encourage customers to complain
The future of bowling — Your dollars Facts and figures tell the story
The word is out about the Swift/Eckrich promotion Fostering commitment vital to business
Washington State BPA completes $1 million pledge Give employees a bill of rights
Wolf named LPBT’s first executive director Giving way to the computer age
Calling tree designed to boost membership Gold-collar workers worth their weight
Good tax records can save headaches
Board of Directors Government fighting to curb fake money
Helping new employees feel accepted
BOD meeting in San Diego approves Keep records of business meals
System of Bowling compromise Leasing or buying? Questions to ask
Get away from it all and get down to Make your handshake a power statement
business at the midwinter BOD Managers pay a “price” for improved performance
Managing a crisis
Bowling Industry Overcoming disasters with flair
Praise — an often unused management tool
ABC delegates approve System of Bowling compromise Rule changes ease hassle of audits
Awards Rules of word-of-mouth marketing
Back to the same old new basics (three-unit rule) Service the key for all businesses
Back to the same old new basics Sizing up insurance agents
(overall maintenance program) Substance abuse a problem for everyone
Belonging to the BPAA saved me $100,000 The 10 Commandments of complimenting
Bowlers eligible for Presidential Fitness Awards Tax audits not always terrifying experiences June/July
Bowlers roll into spotlight and split lottery winnings Tax reminders March
Bowlers to pick all-time All Stars Ten things to do during tough economic times June/July
BPA of Wisconsin celebrates 50th anniversary The best kept secret in retirepmleannnitn g September
BPAA Gold Pin centers honored Time control a key to success November
BPAA national officers nominated for 1991-92 Travel, entertainment draw notice from IRS October
Bowling hits the big time in the Big Apple Tuning up 401(k) plans May
Carnival bowling catching on Volunteer work can boost company’s image September
Deadline nears for Gold Pin Member Centers Write better business letters January
Death of a tenpin
Family ties keep center strong Articles
Getting started on the three-unit rule Another BPAA conference fulfills proprietor expectations June/July
Hail to the Chief — Wapensky retires Jarlenski shows ways to improve business March
Japan welcomes California bowlers New study tracks leisure habits and behavior
Membership decreases over same period as last year Overcoming the 7-10 split of employee theft
Men’s bowling joins world of trading cards Planning for continuation of your family business
Mike Connor — PBA finds right man for the job Winners or winners to be — that is the question
Monacelli named PBA Player of the Year
New CEO picked for BPAA Committee Action and Seminars
Panel informs proprietors about new industry programs
Proprietor goes from pinsetting to publishing ABC/WIBC Equipment
Proxy voting survey yields interesting results Specifications Committee establishes system 56
Red Bird Lanes flies over obstacles Industry relations committee takes stance
Renovation brings new life to Sheridan Bowl on System of Bowling January 53
Senior bowlers still enjoy hot competition P/ED — a home for leaders, ideas November 34
Seniors find home at Missouri center P/ED strikes the right notes January 24Title
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Seminar connects colleges, bowling centers Prevent channel on new style AMF
bounce plafrtom bereaski ng
Consumer Information Prolong the life of rubber-based pit curtains
Repair AMF carpets or pin curtains with an awl
BPAA introduces in-center marketing materials April Repair rubber cord on pin wheel of Brunswick pinsetters
Consider financial options before buying new equipment May
President’s Message
Conventions
ABC delegates approve amended System
Annual meeting brings “winds of change” August of Bowling May
Business and pleasure mix at convention August ABC/WIBC schedules 25 regional
Convention to offer interesting activities January proprietor/association conference January
Kentucky Fried News January A call to action December
Kentucky Fried News February Bowling in today’s business environment January
Kentucky Fried News March Business conditions March
Kentucky Fried News April BPAA recognizing challenges ahead June/July
Kentucky Fried News May Convention attendance means better business February
Laurels bestowed for industry achievements August Customer satisfaction October
Speakers mix emotion and inspiration Disappointing start to 1991-92 season November
with business savvy August New season gives many proprietors a sense of optimism August
Variety key to 1991 convention June/July Industry direction March
Overview of 1990 March
Hansell Financial Reports Public relations March
Progressive proprietors September
A marketing tool? (bowling and fitness benefits) November System of Bowling January
April
A lesson for others? — raising prices March System of Bowling speech to ABC
Another problem with banks September Swift/Eckrich promotion October
Bank mergers mean trouble November Three-unit rule October
Banking crunch will continue October Winds of change AAASBAWMOAARABWBMOWA’S
Borrowing money February
Buy/sell agreements November Promotion Page
Do banks lie? June/July
Check disability insurance October 911 “Get Away” league for emergency workers
Credit for removal of barriers for disabled January “Bumper Brigade” shows support for troops overseas
Estate freeze January Bowling-pizza-pitcher promotion
Family business conflicts March Junior moonlight bowling
FDIC and FSLIC protection limited January Low-cost, summer youth bowling
Fire a partner? March Package trips to the Fiesta Bowl
Guaranteeing service September Promotional items for number of games rolled
Hating waiting February Summer morning leagues for women
Hotels have problems too May with children at home
Internal financial reporting systems August “Take a Break from Christmas Break Week”
IRS needs “KISS” September Targeting women and seniors with “golf
Punitive damages remain May tournaments” on the lanes
Racial complexion of the United States is changing May Trading coupons with miniature golf establishment
Retaining existing customers is profitable October
Retirement plans April Team USA
Rollovers are a problem June/July
S corporations February 1992 Team USA Blends youth and experience
Social hosts can be liable January Free practice time given to Team USA members
Tax tip for new corporations May Team USA members grab gold at Olympic festival
Tax trap August
What price...bowling? December Tournaments
Women can bowl in daytime June/July
BPAA U.S. Open May
Insurance Bowlers, charity profit from local tourney September
Bowling more than a sport to families at 1991 NFT October
BPAA Insurance Plan January Cambridge: Benefits outweigh effort September
Caution signs alert bowling patrons of injury potential August Cambridge — No way to lose at this tournament February
Dealing with contractors May Center and sponsor join forces to host tournament November
Know the score on safety procedures November Former runners-up capture HOF title August
Operational procedures April Hometown favorite wins BPAA U.S. Open August
Preparations make the difference in medical emergencies September Give the bowlers what they want
Preventative maintenance essential to (Bud Light/Hall of Fame Tournament) December
curtail roof collapses October Inter-church tournament promotes fellowship
Roof collapse February through bowling April
Roof collapses continue to plague bowling industry June/July Miller Lite National Doubles May
Three elements of roof collapse March Nebraska, Saginaw win collegiate championships June/July
Your property — how much is it worth? December NFT boosting participation November
NFT makes it all in the family June/July
Maintenance Shop NJBC bowlers reel in scholarships
States rounding up folks for NFT January
Changing burnt pin terminals in the C1 plug The best come shining through in new Miller format June/July
on an MP chassis Tournament host basks in limelight September
Cut down on ball damage caused by pins stuck YABA foursome strikes gold in Mexico June/July
in front of ball wheel
Help Brunswick automatic scorers count pins better Washington Word
Keep pin deflectors from breaking
Keep roll pin from falling out of preference February
bar pivot bracket on Brunswick machines May
Prevent breakage of upper trough weldment Age discrimination in employee benefits January
on AMF 82-30 machines AIDS in the workplace May
January ’92-73 BP
Issue Page
Amendments to correct errors in minimum wage bill April
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Child labor laws August
Child labor laws November
COBRA February
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Civil rights bill now contains comparable
worth study proposal June/July
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Family and Medical Leave September
Family and Medical Leave November
Family and Medical Leave Act August
Health insurance
Intangibles
Lockout/tagout challenges
Minimum wage
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Modification of Section 2036(c), estate freeze
OSHA inspection procedures
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Reforms to pension laws June/July
Repeal of the insurance antitrust exemption October s
Ruben Dankoff’s Legislative yo u th in k of
Committee report at 1991 BOD March
Small business health insurance January
State legislation August
Strike Bill of 102nd Congress January
Striker replacement bill April
Striker replacement bill August
Where to draw the line
(sexual harassment and civil rights) December
Youth
Hooked on Sports aims to deter unacceptable
youth behavior February
Police haul kids into bowling center November
Promoting In-School bowling May
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles draw young bowlers February
YABA and bowling — partners in education November
YABA awards program reaches next step August
YABA workshop covers the basics September
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