Banner Graphic, Volume 15, Number 200, Greencastle, Putnam County, 22 April 1985 — Page 10

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The Putnam County Banner-Graphic, April 22,1985

Taxes

million a year, with $97 million going to the state and the rest going to local governments. People who rent cars for less than 30 days will owe a 4 percent auto rental excise tax, added as a separate charge on the rental contract, under H.B. 1270. Legislative fiscal analysts estimated the tax will bring in $1.3 million a year. But car rental companies will be given a tax credit equal to the auto excise tax they pay on their fleet or the auto rental excise tax they collect, whichever is less. Hazardous waste disposal taxes will rise sharply under H.B. 1802. Indiana presently charges a tax of $1.50 per ton of hazardous waste. That tax will rise to $4.50 a ton in October and then by $1 annually until it reaches $8.50 per ton in 1989. The state will get 75 percent of the revenue and the county in which the waste is disposed will get the rest. The tax increase is expected to bring in an additional $512,000 for the state and $133,000 for counties in fiscal year 1986. In the following year, the increase over current revenues is projected at $829,000 for the state and $226,000 for the counties. The Legislature also gave the administration more tools to collect taxes. H.B. 1674, a tax compliance measure,

GLCA students-

Fuller, approximately half of all students in GLCA colleges receive financial aid to assist with college costs. This year the average grant was in excess of $4,500. The increases in applications are particularly striking considering that the decrease in the total number of 18 year olds is the sharpest in the GLCA region. Increases are noted in applications coming from the Southern and the Western parts of the United States while more than holding their own in the Great Lakes region, while at the same time significant increases are noted in average scores on standardized tests, such as the widely used Scholastic Aptitude Test. Other GLCA colleges showing increases are Wabash College, Kalamazoo College in Michigan, Antioch College, Denison

NPHS band top-rate

For the 15th consecutive year the North Putnam High School Band received a First Division rating in the April 13 state contest sponsored by the Indiana State School Music Association. Bands, orchestras and choirs from the west-central region of the state participated in the event held at Lafayette. Each organization performed three selections for a panel of three judges. The

Students can earn free skate outing

The Greencastle Civic League has announced that the proprietors of The Skate Place, 620 Tennessee St., Greencastle, are sponsoring a free night of skating for elementary school children in Greencastle Community Schools who participate in this week’s Spring Clean-Up efforts. IN ORDER TO receive a free pass to skate May 7 or 8, a student must complete a few tasks around his home.

GHS band gets 'superior' marks

A “Superior” Division I rating was the consensus of the judges after hearing the Greencastle High School Band perform at the Indiana State School Music Association’s Organization Contest at Terre Haute North High School April 13. ENTERING IN THE Group 111 level of competition, the GHS Band performed three prepared selections for a panel of three judges who have experience at the high school and college levels of instruction. Their selections were “Chorale

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will prevent taxpayers with outstanding tax warrants against them from getting or renewing state-issued occupational licenses. It also will allow the Department of Revenue to intercept payments on state contracts and will prevent state contracts from being awarded to delinquent taxpayers. These sanctions will only come into play after all administrative appeals have been exhausted and the matter has been turned over to a sheriff for collection on the tax warrant. Ways and Means Committee chairman Patrick J. Kiely, R-Anderson, said about SIBO million in delinquent tax payments are still outstanding. Other tax bills approved by the Legislature are: —H.B. 1424, which empowers the Vanderburgh County Council to impose a 1 percent food and beverage tax to finance airport expansion. —H.B. 1020, which authorizes counties to use local option income tax revenue for road repairs. —Senate Bill, which specifies that Indiana won’t attempt to tax the worldwide profits of multi-national corporations doing business in this state. —S.B. 297, which authorizes property tax breaks for solid waste recyclers.

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University and Ohio Wesleyan University in Ohio. THE GREAT LAKES Colleges Association is generally regarded as one of the most effective consortium in higher education nationwide. The success is primarily based on the willingness of faculty and administrators from all its member colleges to iook beyond their individual campuses and to give their time and talent to cooperative ventures. An example of this cooperative effort can be witnessed in Indianapolis May 13 when all 12 colleges will inform interested students and their parents about the admission process and affordability. The program will be held at Marten House, 1801 W. 86th St., Indianapolis.

judges rated the groups with a divisional scale from one to five. All three of the adjudicators awarded North Putnam a First Division. The 116-member band also earned a First Division in their sight-reading effort. After performing the three pieces selected in advance, the band was given only a 10minute period to familiarize itself with new music provided.

“We’re asking the students to pick up their rooms, home and yards of trash and to discard any found,” said Vicki Small, education chairman of the Civic League’s Clean-Up Committee. “In doing so, we hope the students will become more aware of their surroundings and help make Greencastle a cleaner, more attractive place to live.” Letters have gone home with students

and Toccata” by Douglas Willis, “Dorian Overture” by Maurice Whitney and “Denbridge Way” by James Swearingen. As with all other bands entering the ISSMA competition, Greencastle musicians were also required to sight-read an unfamiliar piece of music for an additional judge and were also judged “Superior” in this event. GHS Band Director Jon Hamm, was pleased with the ensemble’s performance, stating “Of the 52 members of our

GHS choir 'superior*

The Greencastle High School Combined Concert Choir, made up of members from the Concert Choir, the “Classics” and the Boys Chorus, traveled to Terre Haute North High School April 13 to participate in the Indiana State School Music Association’s Organizational Contest. TO PARTICIPATE IN the ISSMA competition, each choir must prepare three compositions of contrasting styles to be adjucated by three judges that are or have been music educators in high schools and/or colleges in Indiana. The Combined Choir entered this year’s competition in the Group 111 level of difficulty and was judged to have presented a Division I “Superior” performance. “Our scores of eight points from each of the judges with seven points being perfect, left little room for doubt that our vocalists performed very well,” said Geoffrey

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Betty Evens (left) marks her 10th year as an RSVP volunteer with the Head Start program of Clay, Putnam and Owen counties. Betty is congratulated by teaching super-

Loyd L. Hunter, 69, Route 1, Cloverdale, died unexpectedly Sunday evening at his residence. He was bom July 29,1915 in Cloverdale Township. On April 28, 1934, he married Ella Mae Kennedy, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Irma Steele, Newnan, Ga., Mrs. Carolyn Steadman, Route 1, Cloverdale, and Mrs. Patricia Garrett, Bainbridge; 11 grandchildren* and eight great-grandchildren.

this week, explaining the tasks to be done. The letters are to be signed by parents once the jobs are finished and returned to school on Friday, April 26. A Civic League member will be at the schools on Friday to distribute the passes and another award. “WE WANT TO thank the proprietors of The Skate Place for their support of this community project,” Mrs. Small added.

organization, 31 are freshmen, and this speaks very well of the entire band’s musicianship, especially with a ‘Superior’ rating in sight-reading. I am very proud of them.” SATURDAY’S COMPETITION completed a successful year in ISSMA competition for the Greencastle instrumentalists. All bands participating form both the middle and high schools received “Superior” ratings in five separate competitions this school year.

Price, their director. “As a matter of fact, these are the best scores I have ever received at organizational contest by any choir in my past 11 years of teaching.” THE THREE SELECTIONS performed at contest were “Kyrie Eleison” by Victoria from his Mass “0 Magnum Mysterium”, “Soon-Ah Will Be Done” by Dawson and “Madame Jeanette” by Murray. In addition to performing their three prepared selections, the Combined Choir was also judged on the sight-reading of Darrell Church’s “Praise the Lord and Bless His Children” and were judged “Superior” in this part of the competition with a score of nine points, with seven again being perfect.

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Obituary Loyd L. Hunter

Mr. Hunter owned and operated his own trucking company for 38 years. He retired in 1979. His last employment was working at the boat dock at Cunot in Lieber State Park. He was a member of the Church of Christ, Cloverdale. Services are scheduled at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Whitaker Funeral Home, Cloverdale, with Bro. Curtis McClane officiating. Burial will follow at Cloverdale Cemetery. Friends may call 2-5 and 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

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City Police David E. Bumgardner, 16, Route 1, Fillmore, was issued a citation for failure to use headlights at the intersection of State Road 240 and Fillmore Road at 10:30 p.m. Friday by Det. Sgt. Rodney Cline. Scott C. Wilson, 22, Clausen, Mich., was issued a citation for speeding on Bloomington Street at 1:10 a.m. Saturday by Officer Terry Kendall. Tina R. Moore, 17, 110 E. Franklin St., Greencastle, was issued a citation for speeding on South Jackson Street at 6:55 p.m. Saturday by Officer Don Rumley. David M. Hill, 29, Indianapolis, was arrested for driving while license suspended on North Jackson Street at 3:39 a.m. Sunday by Officer Mike Hanlon. Todd D. Gorham, 18, Route 1, Fillmore, was issued a citation for disregarding an automatic signal at the intersection of Washington and Indiana streets at 9:45 p.m. Sunday by Capt. Larry Huffman. Gettysburg topic The story of Winfield Scott Hancock’s participation in the Battle of Gettysburg will be told by William Cain Jr. at the April meeting of the Civil War Round Table of West Central Indiana on Tuesday, April 23. The group, which has been studying the many facets of the Battle of Gettysburg for several months, will meet in the Julian Science and Math Center, Room 120, on the campus of DePauw University. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for fellowship. The program will start at 7:30. The public is invited.

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Senior focus Area Day set May 24

“Center Comments,” submitted by Jackie Campbell, Senior Center director With May just around the corner, plans are being made for the annual Area Day at Seelyville. Friday, May 24 has been set aside for this special fun day and word from the area office is that it will be bigger and better than ever. The Area Office has to order meals for everyone and it needs to know how many people will be attending. THERE IS A SIGN-UP sheet on the receptionist desk at the Center. If you would like to go this year, stop by the Center or call 653-8606. Your reservation needs to be in no later than noon April 30. *•* Spring is finally here! Or is it summer come early? Either way, the first Senior Center pitch-in of the year is set. Special entertainment is also planned. Supper will be at 6 p.m. and entertainment starts at 7. Please bring your own table service and a covered dish. Drinks will be furnished. **• THE SENIOR CENTER is still collecting items for its rummage sale. There has been great response and the staff wants you to know how very much it is appreciated. The sale is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 10. The Center will be accepting items until April 26. If you have knickknacks, small appliances, dishes, pictures, curtains, bedspreads, sheets, pillows, tools, etc. and would like to donate them, they would be greatly appreciated. Contact Beth or Jackie at 653-8606 if you have any questions. *** Euchre will be played at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 and at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27. *•* “RSVP Reflections,” submitted by Mary Skidmore, RSVP director RSVP acquired the services of Frances (Hendrichs) Harris in January of this year. Initially, her interest was in the VITA training, a program which provides help to the elderly and low income in the preparation of their tax returns. But, as is often the case, she has branched out into other areas, including the Medicare/Insurance course and receptionist at the Senior Center. Frances has acquired a number of skills during her lifetime through education and experience. After attending Central Business College, she worked as proofreader, bookkeeper, secretary and learned linotyping in her off hours, just for fun. IN 1947, SHE MARRIED Edward Harris but continued working until the birth of the first of her four children. The next several years were devoted to being wife and mother. After her children were older, Frances found a part time job with the Board of Review. She also was employed in the offices of the county assessor, treasurer and auditor. Prior to her retirement last year she was county auditor for sue months. After a prolonged illness, Edward died last year. With the help of her children and five grandchildren, Frances remains positive and productive. RSVP is looking forward to a long association with her. *** Coping with insurance claims can be a double problem for those age 65 and older. First is the filing required for Medicare benefits. Second is filing for benefits under supplemental Medicare programs. HERE ARE A FEW suggestions that will help in any claim filing. 1. Know who your insurance carrier is. Always carry your Medicare and Medicare Supplement cards with you. These cards are a key to your benefits. Accuracy of data is essential. Don’t trust your memory. 2. Be familiary with your policy. Most insurance companies have made a sincere effort to make policies as easy to read as possible. Even if you don’t understand every item, be familiar with the general content. If you have a question, call Medicare, your insurance company or your insurance agent for an explanation. 3. Use the proper form for claim filing. Keep a few claim forms handy or know how to get one promptly. A call to the in-

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surance company is all it takes. Medicare forms can be obtained through your local Social Security office of the Medicare Department of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Indiana. 4. READ THE CLAIM filing instructions and then complete the form. Be sure you have answered all the questions and have provided the necessary information. Missing data can delay claim processing or even result in return of the claim. 5. Use the proper name and identification number. Use the spelling exactly as it appears or your identification cards. The use of exact numbers from your cards may be even more important than the use of accurate names. 6. Make sure the information is legible. Write carefully so the information you’re transmitting can be easily interpreted. If you enclose photocopies, make sure they are clear and easy to read. 7. Sign the form using your name exactly as it appears on your card. Date the form properly because the date can be a key to eligibility. 8. ATTACH COPIES OF itemized receipts for any benefits claimed. Be sure the statement includes date of service, type of service, place of service, name of the service provider, service charge and the illness diagnosis. Attach the receipts and bills firmly to the form. Put your identification number on each item submitted. 9. File the claim on a timely basis. There are deadlines for filing Medicare Part B claims. Most commercial insurance companies have deadlines for filing Medicare Supplemental claims. For example, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Indiana has the same claim filing deadlines as Medicare. 10. Ask questions! If you have a question, call your insurance company for assistance. The Medicare Department of Blue Cross and Blue Shield will be glad to help you if you have problems filing claims. Many other insurance companies, as well as Medicare, provide this telephone assistance. More often than not, you can call toll-free. IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE with a claim, don’t get angry or go to war. Contact your insurance company or Medicare and communicate. These organizations are run by people. They can make mistakes. Maybe the information they are working with is in error. The Medicare program has a formal appeal process if you ieel an error has been made. That process is outlined in the Medicare handbook. If you need help or have questions, call the RSVP office, 653-3011. We have trained volunteers who can help. *** RSVP has received a shipment of 150 flower, vegetable and herb seeds as a “seed grant” from the America the Beautiful Fund. These seeds are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis as long as the supply lasts. These seeds are made available by the America the Beautiful Fund free of charge except for a small postage and handling fee. The goal is to beautify neighborhoods, create community vegetable gardens, grow plants for the handicapped and confined, and generally to show that growing plants is not only a pleasant activity in itself, but helps to make our neighborhood more attractive and also provides fresh and nourishing food as a bonus. *** SENIOR ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Tuesday, April 23-9:30 a.m., quilting; 11:30 a.m., lunch; 1 p.m., Banner-Graphic project; 6 p.m., pitch-in dinner. Wednesday, April 24-9:30 a.m., coffee hour; 11:30 a m., lunch; 1 p.m., BannerGraphic project; 1 p.m., euchre. Thursday, April 25-9:30 a.m., quilting; 11:30 a.m., lunch. Friday, April 26-11:30 a.m., lunch; 1 p.m., Banner-Graphic project; 6:30 p.m., bingo. Saturday, April 27-7 p.m., euchre. Monday, April 28-11 a.m., bingo; 11:30 a.m., lunch; 1 p.m., Banner-Graphic project.

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