The Mail-Journal, Volume 8, Number 43, Milford, Kosciusko County, 24 November 1971 — Page 4

PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY The Milford Mail (E»t. 1888) Syracuse-Wawasee Journal (EsL 1907) Consolidated Into The Mail-Journal Feb. 15, 1962 DEMOCRATIC ARCHIBALD E. BAUMGARTNER, Editor and Publisher DELLA BAUMGARTNER, Business Manager Box 8 Syracuse, Ind., — 46567

EDITORIALS The Holiday Season Is Here

The coming of Thanksgiving marks the opening of the Holiday season and sometime during the past week the Spirit of Christmas slipped into the Lakeland area. If you will take the time to look around, you’ll see where he’s been. Stores are beginning to look festive with red and green lights and Christmas trees aglow. Over the coming week end most towns will be decorating their Main streets to keep the Spirit of Christmas alive as shoppers hurry here and there with their special gifts. Santa’s early too and his arrival is to remind all that Christmas isn’t too far away. From now on he’ll be on the scene, in person or in spirit, everyday until Christmas Day. He’s here to extend an invitation to preview the gifts of Christmas, brimming over now in the windows, on counters, racks, shelves and everywhere... in hometown stores. He’s inviting you to check your gift list and to remember the local merchants when buying gifts for loved ones this year. Santa is making a list for all the good boys and girls . . . are you ? He’s urging all to shop early and avoid the last minute rush. Christmas is a time for fun, for family and friends. It’s a time for entertaining, gift giving, for sending and receiving cards and its a time for Christ. Christmas is the day we honor the birth of the Christ Child who came to earth to be the Saviour of the world. Even Santa agrees with this. He doesn’t try to take away from the true meaning

On The 6th , So ... .

Remember November 6, at 9:10 a.m. This was the date and time of the first acknowledged snow of this winter. What it means depends on how much you believe in the weather prognostication abilities of the signs and dates, such as wooly worms, thickness of acorn shells and a host of other socalled weather indicators. Let’s consider the possibilities of the date, the 6th. Some might say that because the first snow fell on the 6th day of the month, we will have six snows this winter. It could mean six hours of snow or six inches, or heaven forbid, six feet

Know Your Indiana Law By JOHN J. DILLON Attorney at Law

This is a public service article explaining provisions of Indiana law in general terms.

Snowmobiles Need License

The 1971 Indiana Legislature has required that all snowmobiles and off road vehicles, as defined by the statute, are required to be registered and to have a certificate for their operation in of this law it was customary in Indiana that these vehicles were operated freely without any type of registration or license. Any snowmobile which is described as a vehicle designed for travel primarily on snow or ice which uses sled type runners or skis must be registered. The fee for this registration is $6.00 and is renewable every three years after the vehicle is first registered. In addition to snowmobiles off road vehicles are also required under the same statute to be registered. These vehicles are described as those that are made for cross country travel, without the need for a road or trail, and capable of traveling either on land, water or snow or ice or other natural terrain<This is, of course, directed at the multiwheel vehicles that have low pressure tires that are not only amphibious but capable of traveling over very rough terrain. This statute also covers

of Christmas, he just trys to add to the happiness of the occasion. Why not shop early and be free of the worry of what to buy Joey or Sally when you should be attending church services in honor of the Saviour’s birth. This newspaper is responding to Santa’s plea for early action by providing this special gift edition full of suggestions about what to buy and where to buy. It also offers ideas for the coming holidays. Santa advises that you read the ads in this issue, carefully, make a list and then ... start your shopping. A traditional way to begin the shopping season is for Mom and Dad to take the kids to toyland. This always puts the whole family in the mood for the Yuletide planning. Another idea is the selection of major gifts for the home — furniture, furnishings, electronic entertainment equipment, major kitchen and laundry appliances, etc., are fun for all to choose. Individual gifts, chosen specially and personally add much at Christmas. Apparel is a natural here and the givers have a wide variety to choose from. Or, how about jewelry, toiletries and grooming aids, sports and hobby equipment, anything from books to bicycles. Personalized gifts also add to the personal touch. With so much to see and so many gifts to choose from, the only answer, says Santa, is “Start now — wrap up Christmas early! And shop at home.’’

of snow. Maybe it means we will have six days of snow for six months, or six hours of snow six times this winter. As you can see, there are many possibilities. We don’t even want to think about the time of day, 9:10. When you start kicking that around, you’re ready to head south for warmer and snow-less climate on the first jet out. Regardless of your belief in these “signs,” you will have to admit that most are in agreement about the future of this winter — all bad. As this is being written, we can only say, “It sure doesn’t look good at this moment.” —Danville Gazette

air cushion vehicles that are used to travel over rough terrain but it does not include any farm vehicle being use for fanning. Any vehicle covered by the act must have a registration certificate present in the vehicle any time that it is operated and the vehicle must have a registration number painted on the outside of the vehicle in block letters at least three inches high and dearly visible and capable of being read from a reasonable distance. Vehicles registered in another state or country may be driven in Indiana, but not for a period exceeding twenty days. If a person brings one of these vehicles into Indiana and intends to use it for a period longer than twenty days, then that person must properly register the vehicle. The proper registration of either a snowmobile or off road vehicle does not mean that the vehicle can be driven on a public highway. In fact, the statute specifically prohibits the driving of these vehicles on public highways or streets or on a public or private parking lot not

specifically designated for the use of snowmobiles or off road vehicles. The driver of these vehicles are permitted to cross highways at right angles in order to have access to a place to operate their vehicle however. Each vehicle must have a headlight and a taillight and brakes adequate to stop the vehicle under reasonable circumstances The statute also provides several restrictions upon the jjperation of these vehicles For example, they cannot be operated at an unreasonably high rate of speed. Nor can they be operated by a person who is under the influence of intoxicating liquor. Drivers are also prohibited from driving these vehicles on forest nursery areas, planting areas or public lands posted or identified for plant reproduction. These vhicles may not be operated on burial grounds or within one hundred feet of a dwelling between 12:00 midnight and 6:00 AM. There are also several other restrictions set out in the statute and any person owning one of these vehicles should acquaint himself with the various restrictions on its operation. As in the operation of motor vehicles, the statute requires that any accident resulting in injuries or death to any person or property damage in the amount of SIOO.OO or more must be immediately reported by the quickest means to the State Police or the Sheriff of the County. With the advent of the great popularity of snowmobiles and off road vehicles it became obvious to the Legislature that a law must be passed to protect not only the persons using the vehicles, but other people who might come in contact with the aperaters Copyright 1971 by John J. Dillon

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Every nation has its cherished i customs and traditions. Some go back to the beginning of Christianity or even further. Some are of more recent origin such as Thanksgiving which had its inception in what is now the United States when a small band of pilgrims, I newly landed on the hostile shores of New England, gave thanks for the mere fact of being alive. Thanksgiving has become a solidly entrenched American institution. It offers firm reassurance of the continuity and stability of all that is good 1 and wholesome in U.S. life today. As families and friends gather together *

SPECIAL REPORT FROM WASHINGTON

Fat Cats Balk At Gambling On Demo Hopefuls

WASHINGTON — The Democratic presidential contenders are having far more trouble than they will admit raising campaign funds. Senator Fred Harris admitted that he is pulling out of the race for lack of funds. Senator Birch Bayh gave his wife’s health as the reason for his withdrawal. We can report, however, that his campaign funds had run dry and that he had been forced to cut back his staff drastically just before his withdrawal. Both Senators Harold Hughes and William Proxmire dropped out of the contest because they couldn't raise the necessary’ financing. Even the front runner. Senator Ed Muskie, has been compelled to scratch for money. Senator Hubert Humphrey has a number of financial backers waiting in the wings. But they have made it clear they can't afford to finance several costly state primaries for financial reasons. President Nixon's rise in the popularity polls, meanwhile, has opened pocketbooks to the Republicans but closed them to the Democrats. Most of the big-money men want to invest in the winner. Increasingly, it is becoming impossible for a man to run for President unless he has the backing of the fat cats. NIXON TO PLAY COSY President Nixon has decided to stay off the campaign stump next year. He has told intimates that the most effective way for him to campaign would be to avoid partisan rhetoric and to devote himself to his presidential duties. Republican leaders, however, have pressured the President to attend fund raising rallies. They pleaded that a presidential appearance would increase the gate. The President has reluctantly agreed to go along, but he is restraining his partisan rhetoric.

share the repast of Thanksgiving, they should pause to recall the purpose of that first day of thanks participated in by a handful of pilgrims centuries ago. That purpose is an expression of simple appreciation for the fact of survival —of being alive. We are not only alive today, but we have a nation that attained heights beyond anything the pilgrims could have dreamed. In attaining those heights, our country stands in danger of losing its sense of values. November 25 — Thanksgiving — is an appropriate day to pledge their restoration.

This has left some of the Republican rallies a little cold. But Nixon has assured his political advisers it will pay off at the polls. He contends that strong campaign oratory stirs up more Democratic opposition than Republican „ support. He believes, therefore, that the more partisan he becomes, the more Democrats will turn out to vote against him. On the other hand, he doesn’t expect to lose too many Republican votes by holding down the rhetoric. Meanwhile, President Nixon has been praising Spiro Agnew in his private conversations. Agnew has become the darling of the Republican right wing. As the President has moved to the left, he has had increasing trouble in placating the right wing. His praise for Agnew’ has helped to disarm right-wing leaders. This could indicate what his decision will be on a running mate. Just as the President is now boosting Agnew to mollify the right wing, he may be forced for the same reason to keep Agnew as Vice President. MICHIAVELLI, 1971 Health, Education, and Welfare Secretary Elliott Richardson has issued solemn orders to his subordinates on the proper way to apologize to an irate Congressman. Richardson is in hot water with a number of Capitol Hill potentates because he hasn’t answered their letters fast enough. It is no wonder. Last year, his department handled 85.000 inquiries from Congress. These letters are always addressed to the cabinet officer himself. But they are invariably bucked down the line to some unhappy subordinate who must draft a reply. The reply then goes through interminable nitpicking by evary bureaucrat on the totem pole before it is finally returned to the

Congressional Corner: John Brademas Reports From Washington

Congress Sees Four Attempts This Year To End Viet Nam War

This year in Congress there have been four attempts to end the war in Viet Nam by cutting off funds for military operations there. On the three efforts, supporters of these resolutions mustered more and more votes. This past week Congressman Edward Boland of Massachusetts introduced a fourth stop-the-war resolution. It came in the form of an amendment to the s7l billion defense appropriations bill, and called for a termination of all U.S. military operations in Indochina at the earliest practicable date, subject to the release of American prisoners of war. In addition, the amendment established June 1, 1972 as the withdrawal deadline. The Boland Amendment was specifically designed to implement the Mansfield Amendment. a similar measure already passed by the Senate. After lengthy debate, the vote on the Boland Amendment — 164 in favor, 238 opposed — was closer than votes on several previous stop-the-war amendments. Supporters of the amendment — and I was one — stressed that under it, withdrawal of U.S. forces would have to be subject to the release of American prisoners. Therefore, the Boland Amendment would not weaken the negotiating position of the President as he seeks to implement his present withdrawal policy. Although the Boland Amendment was defeated, it is increasingly clear that dissatisfaction in Congress, on the part of both Democrats and Republicans, over continued American presence in Viet Nam runs very deep. In final action on the military appropriations bill, the House rejected an amendment to cut SBOO million in funds for research and development on the F-14 fighter plane. This is a significant vote for the Bendix Corporation in South Bend because the F-14 program will provide many jobs for the city of South Bend. CANCER ACT PASSED Perhaps the most dread of all diseases is cancer. At least 30 Americans die every hour of cancer, or 860 every day. This year cancer will strike down 320,000 people in the United States. In the last session of Congress I co-sponsored a resolution which called for an appropriation of $650 million over the next ten years for a national cancer research program. Although Congress did not act on our resolution in 1970,1 am pleased to

Secretary for singing. In the meantime, months may have passed and the legislator is burned up. Accordingly, Richardson has composed a detailed memo. From now on, he ordered, the bureaucrat responsible for a delayed letter must telephone the offended Congressman personally. Then he should read verbatim from the Secretary’s memo, filling in the necessary blanks. For example, the official should confess he has been “negligent in failing to acknowledge your inquiry of blank date about blank subject.” Later, he should say, “I have told Secretary Richardson that we will reply to your inquiry by blank date. We will provide you with a complete and comprehensive report on blank subject.” STATIC OR TAP? * The Senate has the wiretap heebie-jeebies again. Sen. Mike Gravel, D-Alaska, who read the Pentagon Papers into a Senate committee record, was told by a staffer with electronic experience that his office telephone lines were tapped. Since Gravel has figured in the federal investigation of the Pentagon Papers case, he had cause for concern. Gravel called in the Spy Shop, a Washington electronic equipment store. The Spy Shop reported a “radio-type induction hum” in Gravel’s phone lines. They said this indicated “a new development in phone tapping too complex to break.” By now, really upset, Gravel paid the SI,OOO fee for this advice and solicited the additional aid of experts from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. But the MIT sleuths found no evidence of any telephone tapping or bugging. Gravel has concluded that either the tap was removed or that his original fears were unfounded.

report that this past week the House voted for an authorization of $1.5 billion over the next three years for cancer research. If the House bill becomes law, the cancer research capability of the National Cancer Institute and_ the National Institute of Health will be significantly enlarged. Fifteen new clinical research centers will be established; existing centers will be upgraded; and an international cancer data bank will be set up. The bill-sponsored by my good friend, Congressman Paul Rogers of Florida — would also provide for cooperative with the states and non-federal health agencies, and would as well support manpower training programs in the fundamental and clinical sciences related to cancer. A bill passed in the Senate under the leadership of Senator Kennedy of Massachusetts on the same subject would establish a cancer institute independent of the Nati&ial Institutes of Health. Supporters of the Senate bill feel that a separate agency is the best way to focus the undivided attention of the Federal government on cancer research without competing with other health programs. However the differences between the House and Senate approaches are resolved, we can be thankful that finally the Federal government is mounting a more subatantial attack on this dread disease. This past week end I had the pleasure of accompanying Congressman Wilbur Mills of Arkansas to South Bend and Michigan City. As you know, Mr. Mills is chairman of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee. Because this committee has jurisdiction over all tax legislation that comes out of Congress, Wilbur Mills is one of the most influential persons in shaping the course of the nation’s economy. The Speaker of the House, Carl Albert, once called Wilbur Mills “the greatest chairman of Ways and Means of our time, and perhaps of all time.” The week end schedule with • Chairman Mills featured a lunch with civic and university leaders on the campus at Notre Dame " with the Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, Notre Dame’s President, as host followed by an address by Mr. Mills at the Forum of the Sinai Temple in Michigan City. There is mucn speculation as to whether Wilbur Mills is running for the Democratic nomination for President. My honest answer is that I don’t know.

By JACK ANDERSON