Banner Graphic, Volume 20, Number 29, Greencastle, Putnam County, 7 October 1989 — Page 10

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THE BANNERGRAPHC October 7,1989

Two arrested for alleged involvement in earlier drownings

CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind. (AP) New information in an 11-year-old drowning case led police to arrest two men in the 1978 case. David Welliver, 25, of Crawfordsville, was arrested Friday on a charge of murder. Richard Carrell, 26, of Lafayette, was arrested Thursday and charged with conspiracy to commit murder. A THIRD MAN, who died earlier this year, also was implicated in the drownings, according to Montgomery County Prosecutor Wayne Steele. Police claim Jack McDaniel Jr. and Dawn Douglas were held under water by Welliver and the third

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The “Family Reunion String Band” is also scheduled to provide entertainment at noon Oct. 21 during the Bainbridge festival. The band performed at the Pioneer Vilage this year at the Indiana State Fair. The concert is free and bleacher seats are available for the audience. “Two-Lane Highway,” a six-piece country rock band, will also provide a free concert 1 p.m. Oct. 22, while “White River Valley Express” performs during a free concert scheduled 1:30 p.m. Oct. 15. FOR CHILDREN, a pumpkin decorating contest (painted or carved) is planned 9 a.m. Oct 14. Community church services, including participation from the Bainbridge Methodist, Christian and Baptist churches, will be held Oct. 15. Local churches and ocher organizations will have food items for sale, while Charlie Brown’s BBQ will also be on hand. An oak glider, handmade by Bobby Johnston and valued at S3OO, will be raffled off at 3 p.m. Oct. 22. Persons need not be present to win. Tickets for the raffle are $1 each and can be purchased each day of the festival. DONATIONS ARE currently being accepted for flea market items to be sold during the festival. Items in good condition, other than adult clothing, can be scheduled for pickup by calling Garnet Huffman at 522-6723. Free parking is available for ail who attend the festival. Horse-drawn carriage rides, courtesy of Leon and Donna Tippin, is also a feature of the festival. Proceeds from the festival will go towards the construction of a community building for the Town of Bainbridge. Brian Smith and Gail Carrington note the building of a 45foot X 115-foot facility is planned sometime in the near future. “WE WANT THE community building to be big enough so it can be used for a multitude of purposes,” Smith points out. So far, $5,000 has been raised for the structure, according to Carrington. Organizers are also checking into the possibility of procuring grants to help with building the community building. MEANWHILE, THE schedule of events for the Fourth Annual Bainbridge Community Fall Festival includes: OCT. 13 —8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: All arts and

Title IV-D Child Support program

handled through the Putnam County Clerk’s Office. The child support money cdlected in all Indiana counties is then sent to the state Welfare Department “THE STATE THEN sends the checks directly to the non-welfare women,” Smith explains. “That is sent three weeks after the child support is paid.” For women on welfare, child support checks are mailed “at the first of every month,” according to Smith. "The first SSO is sent the month after it is paid,” she adds. “The state gets the rest of the money to reimburse the welfare department.” The more child support Smth’s office goes after to collect, the greater the return to Putnam County. That’s part of the state’s “incentive program” for counties. “FOR OUR AFDC and non-welfare cases, we get back 10 percent as incentive,” the Title IV-D director points out. Because of that, Putnam County benefits. “The county prosecutor gets a third of the incentive money, the clerk’s office gets a third and a third goes into the county general fund,” Smith says. As far as the prosecutor's office is concerned, Smith said the incentive money has been used to buy furnishings for her office and computers. Prosecutor Lowe has also used the money in the past for items needed in his office. “BECAUSE WE have that, we can fund some of the items we need ourselves and don’t have to go to the (County Council) to ask for

man, causing their deaths on July 4, 1978. At the time of the drownings, Welliver was 14 years old while Carrell and the third man were 15. Police say McDaniel and Douglas, who had been dating each other for about a year, went to Sugar Creek near the dam at Crawfordsville Electric Light & Power plant that day. They planned to float down the creek in inner tubes. ACCORDING TO conservation officer Bill Woodall, who led the search for the bodies 11 years ago, police believe McDaniel was killed over a bad drug debt he owed. Douglas was an innocent victim.

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crafts booths, vendors and Flea Market open each day Oct 13-22. —6 to 8 p.m.: Bingo. OCT. 14 —9 a.m.: Decorated pumpkin contest (painted or carved). —ll a.m.: Registration deadline for Old Time Fiddlers Contest. Five prizes awarded. Top prize of S3OO to be given away. Fiddling starts at noon. A bluegrass jam session will be held following the fiddlers contest —6 to 8 p.m.: Bingo. —Horse-drawn carriage rides available throughout the day, as provided by Leon and Donna Tippin. OCT. 15 —10:30 a.m.: Community Church Service inside the tent. Old-time hymns and communion service with local pastors presiding. —1:30 p.m.: “White River Valley Express,” playing bluegrass and gospel music. Free concert. —Horse-drawn carriage rides available throughout the day. WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS —8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Vendors, arts and crafts booths and Flea Market open all day, every day. —Raffle tickets for the handmade oak glider for sale every day at $1 each. OCT. 20 —6 to 8 p.m.: Bingo. OCT. 21 —9 a.m. to noon: Registration for Pumpkin Bake-Off sponsored by Kroger Co. —Noon: The “Family Reunion String Band,” a traditional and contemporary folk music, country-wes-tern, gospel and bluegrass group, will perform. Free Concert. Well known statewide and coming off from an appearance this year at Pioneer Village at the Indiana State Fair. —12:30 p.m.: Open judging for Pumpkin Bake-Off. —5 p.m.: Pumpkin Bake-Off awards and auction. A total of SSOO in prize money to be awarded by Kroger Co. —6 to 8 p.m.: Bingo. —Horse-drawn carriage rides available throughout the day. OCT. 22 —1 p.m.: “Two-Lane Highway,” a six-piece country rock band, will perform. Free concert —3 pm.: Raffle drawing for handmade oak glider. —Horse-drawn carriage rides available throughout the day.

additional appropriations,” Smith points out. The Putnam County Welfare also receives a percentage of the return from child support payments. In June 1986, the incentive for Putnam County was $1,996. Meanwhile, the Welfare Department was reimbursed $441. In 1987, Putnam County received $3,001 as its incentive, while the Welfare Department was sent $949. Likewise, in 1988, Putnam County’s incentive payment was $2,664. The Welfare Department received $1,749. Later in 1988, Putnam County received an extra $19,485 because the office ended up collecting more than the state estimated it would. And finally, as of June of this year, Putnam County received $4362, while the Welfare Department received $2,911. FOR THOSE WHO see child support payments coming in, many are grateful, according to Smith. That is because many persons due support think they’ll never get the funds from an ex-spouse to help with costs. In contrast, those at the other end responsible for paying child support can become bitter about being tracked down to pay. And some go to the extreme to not pay. "We’ve had some slip out of the state,” Smith points out, “and we have to go after them. They’ll find a job somewhere and as soon as we send out a wage withholding on them, they quit and go to another job. Some try to avoid it by having two or three Social Security numbers.” THEN, THERE ARE others that once they talk with Smith, and find out she only has their

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Some heavy duty yard work most likely lies ahead for Harry Martin (right), Fillmore, the recent winner of an 18-hsp. Dixie Chopper mower. The mower is presented by Paul Heavin, representing the Fillmore Volunteer Fire Dept. The department gave away the mower and other prizes during its recent Chicken Barbecue. Other

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hiring a construction management or project manager for its building program. One reason is because there appears to be a duplication of services, since the architect takes care of some items mentioned by the companies. The other reason is cost. PREVIOUSLY, THE board heard from a construction management and a project management companies who expressed interest in working with the school corporation. Although neither firm would specify what its fee would be, a closer check with one of those companies showed its contract included higher costs than alluded to, according to Rohr. The company estimated it would charge a fee of approximately $200,000 for its services. But Rohr found out there is also an additional cost associated with the firm having someone at the construction site to keep abreast of the progress. "That was going to be an extra cost above the $200,000,” Rohr said. “Plus, (the on-site person) was to be provided with a trailer (if staying at the construction site) and was to be paid for anything done that is extra.” After asking what that extra cost would be, Rohr was given an estimate of $65,000 a year. “Plus, (the company representative) told us that since we were considering two building programs (Bainbridge and a middle school), we would need two persons on site. So, it would cost us that much more, plus the original fee.”

Aeolian Trio to perform in DePauw recital Monday

The Aeolian Trio, DePauw University’s faculty piano trio in residence, will perform the first in a series of four recitals Monday, Oct. 9. The 7:30 p.m. recital, which is free and open to the public, will be held in Thompson Recital Hall of the Perfoiming Arts Center at DPU. Trio members include pianist Claude Cymcrman, Dan Rizner, violin, and new faculty member

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NEEDLESS TO say, those costs are considered too extreme, Rohr believes, so a “clerk of the works” could be the answer. That is a person hired as an employee of the school corporation who looks out for the school board’s best interests during the building program. “Noth Montgomery built three elementary schools and used a clerk of the works,” Rohr advised. “I think they got a person for around $40,000. The primary function of that person would be to make sure the (work is being done) to specs.” Although the school board has a lot to consider, Rohr believes some decisions will have to be made soon, particularly in how classroom additions and the gym will be built at the Bainbridge Elementary School. The superintendent also said there needs to be a quicker flow of communication between the architect and school board. “I HAD A MEETING with (architect) Wayne Schmidt and indicated to him the board needed word back from him much sooner,” Rohr said. The school board also needs to begin serious talks about the middle school and how members want that building structured. “The reason is because we need to get both of these projects done in one bond issue,” Rohr pointed out. “That way, it will be cheaper because you don’t have to duplicate the financing.”

Eric Edberg, cello. Two works will be featured Monday night First is Beethoven’s “Trio in D Major,” which has been nicknamed “The Ghost Trio” because of the mysterious quality which is evident in the slow movement Concluding the program will be Brahms’ “B Major Trio,” a highly expressive work which gives equal importance and virtuosity to each of the three instruments.

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children’s best interest at heart, their disposition changes. Some even come to her office on a regular basis and show their receipt, after paying support at the Clerk’s Office. “We want to work with the people,” Smith stresses. “A lot of times, if they’ll just come in, we can work out some kind of agreement without us going to court,” she said. But no matter what agreement is reached, or whatever the outcome, nothing is done without the permission of the prosecutor and the judge signing the order. "I’m not here to play attorney,” Smith said, emphasizing she gives no legal advice. “That’s not my job.” THE LOCAL JUDGES, Putnam Circuit Court Judge Vaughn and Putnam County Court Judge Sally Gray, work well with the Title IVD office, according to Smith. That, combined with prosecutor Lowe’s help, me what make the Title IV-D program a success. Still, no matter how you look at it, it’s the effort of Smith that puts it all together. And what kind of personal satisfaction does Smith get out of her job? A lot, she answers. “I guess my satisfaction comes from seeing these kids taken care of,” Smith points out NOW ABOUT THAT “meanest woman” tag... “I was introduced that way one time,” Smith says with a smile. “I asked (prosecutor) Bob Lowe what he thought about that and he said he thought it sounded like a compliment” And with the success rate, professionalism and compassion Smith shows, there’s no doubt that is the way it was meant

prize winners include Bill Cole, a patio set; Larry Hudson, his and her bikes; and Robert Murray, a television set. Fillmore firefighters hope to take proceeds from the event and apply it toward the purchase of a new fire truck.(Banner-Graphic photo by Gary Goodman).

Freak accident injures child FRANKFORT, Ind. (AP) A 19-month-old child was released from Clinton County Hospital Friday, where she was treated for bruises suffered in a freak accident. Police said Samantha Lee Harrison’s legs were run over Thursday when she toppled from the open door of a car driven by her father, Robert S. Harrison. Hospital officials said Friday that the girl was kept overnight and treated for cuts and bruises. Officials said the weight of the car didn’t break her legs. POLICE SAID the accident occurred as Harrison, 22, was arguing with the child’s mother, Theresa Brown, 16, in a parking lot. Harrison was sitting in the car and the child was standing in the backseat and leaning against the driver’s seat. Trying to end the argument, Harrison punched the accelerator, police said. Samantha fell out the open door and under the car. The rear tire ran over both of her legs.

Putnam Patter

of the strongest kids latched onto the other. Thus they carried in the iron monster in much the same manner the children of Israel are said to have carried the ark. Moving became a symbol of family togetherness, marred at times by a difference of opinion over who didn’t turn the right way as they maneuvered their load through a “dog leg” hall between the kitchen and the living room. Another happening which was a strain on family relationships was the possibility that the bottom door would fly open and the ash pan with most of last spring’s contents still inside would slide out onto the floor. WHEN THE STOVE was comfortably settled in its accustomed spot and the stovepipe put in place, Courthouse to be closed Mon. In observance of Columbus Day, the Putnam County Courthouse will be closed on Monday. The courhouse offices will resume regular hours beginning on Tuesday. Welfare Dept, office to be closed Monday The Putnam County Welfare Office will be closed Monday, Oct. 9 in observance of Columbus Day. The office is located at 620 Tennessee St., Greencastle.

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Obituary Robert E. Myers Robert E. Myers, 78, 319 Dogwood Lane, Greencastle, died Friday morning at the Putnam County Hospital after an extended illness. Bom June 7, 1911 at Roachdale, he was the son of Bruce and Bessie Myers. He married the former Dorothy L. Akers on March 1, 1935, and she survives. Mr. Myers was a member of the Greencastle Presbyterian Church, where he served as ar. elder. He was also a member of the Roachdale Lions Club, Crawfordsville Chamber of Commerce, Temple Lodge No. 47 F&AM, Greencastle, and the Greencastle Kiwanis Club. He was a former member of the Roachdale Masonic Lodge and Roachdale Presbyterian Church. Mr. Myers had been associated with the automobile business since 1932, first as owner of service stations and then as owner of a ChryslerPlymouth agency. He later was sales manager of the CadillacChevrolet agency in Crawfordsville, and Jim Harris Chevrolet in Greencastle. Before retiring in 1984, he was the owner of Bob Myers Used Cars, Greencastle. Other survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Marsha Myers, Collinsville, Conn.; three grandchildren, Michelle Mellinger and her husband, Robert, Leola, Pa., Michael and Melissa Myers, both of Collinsville; two greatgrandsons, lyier and Zackery; and two brothers and a sister-in-law, James Myers, and Walter and Shirley Myers, all of Pittsboro. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter and his parents. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Greencastle Presbyterian Church with Rev. Keith Geckcler officiating. Private graveside services will be held at Roachdale Cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour preceding and immediately following Tuesday services at the church. Those who wish may make contributions to the American Cancer Society or the Greencastle Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. Bitties and Hurl Funeral Home, Greencastle, is in charge of arrangements.

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the cleaning process began, and by the time it was finished, most of those who helped were too warm to need a fire. The finishing touch was a liberal application of stove polish which gave the front room heater a sort of factory finish and raised hopes it could be used another year or two before being hauled to the dump. Before the fire was started, all windows and doors were opened so that grandma could fan out the smoke given off as the excess polish burned off with the first fire of the season. With the living room stove again in its place, family calm would usually return, and the unspoken sentiment of the table blessing must have included thankfulness that a long, long winter would pass before the iron monster would again have to be wrestled.

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