The Independent-News, Volume 120, Number 34, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 5 January 1995 — Page 9

I CITIZEN OF | TOMORROW fikr a; i \w' । • ■ Carol Ruffles of North Liberty is ■ ‘ mother of our “Citizens Os I morrow" for this week, Emily 10 E d Donovan 11 years old. I No leader, however great a per- ■ nality he may be. is as important I a people as their own intellectual velopment. _ G w Russell I

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HouseholdHel^l S* by John Amantca J

Q. ^^e own a thrcc-hcdroom, bilevcl colonial home with a finished basement. The problem that has persisted for a sshile is scry noisy and squeaky stairs. W f use the basement quite often and we really can I get used to this unpleasant noise. Do you have any solutions to help us quiet this disturbance? A First, begin by checking the surface of your steps for any loose or protruding nails, screws, etc Secure the steps if needed and now ask your he 1 per to listen for any noise beneath the stairway Os course, if there is absolutely no access to under the stairs, you will have to deal with it above the stairs only It accessible, tap in as many wcxxl shims as neces sary lx*twecn the stringer and under the noisy steps Another sure fix is to install small blocks of wood under the problem steps and either nail or screw securely into the step itself Also, finally adding more nails or trim screws to the top side of each squeaky step should help some Q. I have a minor problem with the rubber closure seal to my

electric garage door opener. The surface of my < ement floor is new Is painted and has a high gloss. The problem I sometimes have is the seal will stick to the painted surface and peel some of the paint off. Another problem I have recently heard is a squealing type of noise from several of the hinged panels I hese are (he panels that automat ically position themselves above when the garage door is fully opened C an you assist me with any product that will lx- helpful 9 A The solution to your first prob lem is a basic one and can be cured almost immediately Purchase a can of all purpose, industrial silicone spray from any hardware store or dealer You should first wipe clean the bottom of the garage door seal before applying several coats of the silicone spray This will not only prevent sticking, but also repels water \ our next problem may onlv need an application of this same poxiuct If unsuccessful after several lubrications, you might have another problem aside from that squealing noise Check your warranty (if still in es feet) or contact a local garage dix>r service technician

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Send Household Help questions to John Amantca, King Features Weekly Service, 235 East 45th Street, New York, NA 10017. • I Kj-a by K i. K ' I* **h turn* t.J

I Senior Service Line g by Matilda Charles

SPOT AND STOP SWEEPSTAKES SCAMS! Recently, 1 was asked by a staff member in a senior citizen center to reprint ways in which a scam can lx? detected before it can claim a victim This woman noted that several people in her center have com plained to her a lx mt phone calls they received at the height of the Christmas shopping season from contest or sweepstakes promoters telling them they ve won prizes In each instance, the caller then pres sured them to send money to claim (heir awards In compliance with this woman's request, I've used the guidelines provided by the A.ARP in their Con sumer Affairs Fa<J Sheet, “Contests A. Sweepstakes Don’t Be A Loser ” They emphasize that if the promoter of the sweepstake or con test asks you to do any or all of the following three things in order to collect your prize, you can suspect this is not a legitimate operation I If y ou’re asked to pay money up front — don’t' Most likely, the promoter will ask that you send the money by overnight delivery He or she may refer to it as a refundable “deposit," but you'll see the return of Halley’s Comet before you see any refund Pie promoter might also say (lie money is for the prepayment of taxes or to cover shipping and han dling Those statements are also tip offs that something is not kosher A legitimate contest or sweepstakes re quires no payment to collect your prize A legitimate promoter also HESTERS CABIN BED & BREAKFAST 3 l • j Pt»ct!ul Night Or Wnktnd In Our 1830 Rtaortd Log Houtt (Reservations Only) 71880 St Rd 23, Walkerton .——■l 1., ।. i, । FOR RENT Banquet Hall For WEDDINGS - RECEPTIONS LARGE & SMALL PARTIES We Can Accomodate large Groups PLENTY OF PARKING VFW Post 1954 656-4684 North Liberty

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pays for delivery If you've won cash, the promoter will either with hold taxes fr< m your winnings, or report them to IRS 2 If you're asked to give a credit card numlx-r don’t'lf the contest or sweeps is honest, you never have to give the number to validate your eligibility Also, a stranger with your number could make unauthorized targes on your account J If you're asked to “Act Immediately — don't' Being pushed into quick action means you have little or no time to check the caller’s identity or any other important facts Be especially wary if the calls come during the evenings or on weekends Direct any questions to your state Attorney General, or the National Fraud Information Center at 1 800 8 t> 7060 Have a Happy, Healthy, and truly Prosperous New Year C 19*>^ by King F««tur«« Synd ■ / \ f - '* k 7 CjA J"No, son my old collection of 45s consists of records, not gons " 5 - SEAMLESS GUTTER - SOFFIT & FACIA 4 VANDERHEYDEN h lavestiough soviet I j Cai: 188-7719 1 JOHNSON INS. AGENCY DON R JOHNSON Certified !awt«nc« Ceunitior DONNA L. RAUSCH DIANE JOHNSON Wo Sell Service Along With Our Product Call (219)586-2580 Koontz Lake E-Z STUMP REMOVAL REASONABLE RATES Sill El nger 586-216 2 Walkerton FULLY INSU REO CENTURY 21 SAYQLL & ASSOCIATES

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