The Mail-Journal, Volume 10, Number 13, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 April 1973 — Page 4

i, uUjDA I PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY The Milford Mail (Est. 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

National Goodwill week

National Goodwill Week will be observed May 6-12,1973. It is intended to draw public attention to Goodwill Industries of America, which is the nation’s outstanding voluntary, nonprofit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of handicapped men and women. A severely-handicapped person often suffers from psychological blocks that make it impossible for him to expose Himself to the competition of the world around him. But in Goodwill Industries’ training shops, handicapped people are given the opportunity and

Cornerstone of the good life

U.S. agriculture does far more than assure an abundant food and fiber supply for over 200 million Americans. It has become the nutrition hope of the world. So far as setting high productivity standards, it is also a foundation stone of U.S. economic stability. It is becoming increasingly apparent that the status of our agricultural economy is closely related to the total world economy. For example, while our trade deficit in 1972 was the worst in the history of the country, it would have been much worse were it not for U.S. farm exports hitting a peak of some $9.4

Important men

One operates 2,000 acres. His neighbor farms one-tenth that amount. One has a master’s degree. Another’s education is based on experience. One is young. His neighbor is old. One raises corn in Indiana. Another feeds cattle in Montana. The American farmer ... not an easy man to describe and define. But, for all their differences, they are still alike. Above all else, they are businessmen. Knowledgeable in the dozen or so areas that it takes to be a farmer in the 70’s. This businessman is both management and labor. He’s in charge of a physical plant with fixed assets often reaching $300,000 or more. Although he often feels like it, he can’t strike for higher wages. He’s chief purchasing agent, deciding which $20,000 machine will best harvest his crop during the two

X-rated movies policy is outlined

The X-rated movies have posed a problem for the newspaper industry which is dedicated to the public’s right to know and also dedicated to providing a source of information and entertainment to all ages. In this era, as in those past, there are those in government and in other positions of power in our society who would deprive our readers from their right to knowledge under the philosophy of “we know what is best” or “there is no reason to get people all upset over this.” We, in the newspaper industry, are constantly fighting against censorship in any form and for open meetings where anything which will affect the citizens of this county is discussed. We feel, although it would be far easier in some cases and the general public is sometimes not even interested, that once this policy is violated there would be nb place to draw the line and we would rightfully hear the accusation, “Well, you did it for him.” We are pleased that some theatre owners have taken it upon themselves to not show previews of movies which are

Do you want this?

A major network has announced it will begin showing “X-rated” movies on the late show on television. 'Riis repulsive scheduling will be followed by these films being shown at earlier hours, even during prime evening, IF THEY RECEIVE NO PROTESTS.

EDITORIALS

encouraged to learn how to put their abilities to productive use. For these people, Goodwill Industries substitutes hope for despondency and provides a way back from dependence and helplessness to a productive life, with all the sense of achievement and selfrespect which that implies. 11118 fine organization deserves the broadest recognition for a job well done in the best tradition of voluntarism and self-help that is the strength of our nation. Every community of any size across the country needs both the spirit and the services of Goodwill Industries.

billion last year. It is a mistaken idea that, because one farmer now feeds something like 50 people besides himself, agriculture is less important than it was when the U.S. was a nation of farmers and frontiersmen. In reality, it has only been through the growing efficiency of agriculture that people have been released for the production of all of the other amenities of life now taken for granted. Even though there are fewer farmers among us, it should never be forgotten that agriculture — free market agriculture — remains a cornerstone of the good life.

weeks out of the year that he needs it. He’s an efficiency expert, always trying to cut his costs and increase his slim margin of profit. He’s an investor — handling each dollar wisely, but putting it in a business that isn’t known for its high rate of return. He’s an environmentalist and a conservationist, treating his resources wisely so his land will still be productive when-the next man is ready for it. He’s a speculator, gambling on the weather, insects and disease. And hoping the law of supply and demand — his basic marketing tool — will treat him favorably in the marketplace. Most of all, he’s an optimist — knowing that next year has to be better. He’s the American farmer. And he’s the world’s most important businessman. — LaGrange Standard

not suitable for those under 18 at any showing where all members of the family may attend. We are pleased that local theatre owners have strived to keep their advertising on high standards and have agreed Shaving them edited when national movie producers have not met these standards. On those occasions where movie advertisements, and Xrated movies, do not fulfill our requirements for providing information suitable for all readership ages we will edit to provide only pertinent information such as title, date of showings and performers and will not carry illustrations or editorial copy which do not meet these standards. The community newspaper should mirror the area which it serves and it would serve no good purpose to bury our head’ in the sand as an ostrich and pretend things which are unpleasant for us do not exist. On the other hand, neither do we wish to be in a position of promoting activities which are not in the best interest of the readers we serve. — Steuben Republican

You can write a letter protesting to: Dr. Frank Staton, president; Columbia Broadcasting System; 51 West 52nd St.; New York, N. Y. 10010. We also recommend that you write to your nearest CBS station and give them your views. — Hoosier Democrat

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Indians cede land to settlers

Revolution and Evolution The Bicentennial Years May 20 through May 26 1773 — In Augusta, in Georgia colony, 300 Cherokees ami 200 Creek Indians meet by invitation to talk trade and peaceful relations with white settlers. The success of the meeting is modified because the Creeks went out on an expedition against the Chocktaws, and were beaten. Bui it did result in the cession by Indians of land

Time to use stick in closet

The sharp rise in wholesale prices recently could make or break President Nixon’s Phase 111 economic program. It can make Phase 111 truly effective if it awakens the administration and the business and labor communities to the fact that the fires of inflation are still burning high enour ’i to demand the strictest interpretation of the “volunteerism” underlying die program. It can break the program if it leads Congress into imposing mandatory freezes or controls on various segments of the economy rather than extending the discretionary powers which the President needs to implement Phase 111. The advance in wholesale prices during March was on a broad front. Although Mr. Nixon has imposed a ceiling on prices of beef, pork and lamb, the fact is that grocery prices in general have taken a leap upward since the first of the year. While the housewife has been invited to boycott meat counters, she can hardly boycott the supermarket altogether. For that matter, the price of lumber has taken an equally alarming jump, and builders cannot boycott lumber yards if they want to keep building. We are learning there is a limit to the effect of consumer resistance on prices when it is an immediate shortage of commodities as well as the cumulative effect of inflation that has pushed prices up. Both boycotts and controls have a dampening effect on the economy. While we were getting gloomy news from the price front, we also received news that total employment in the United States of America reached an all-time high in March, with another shift downward in the unemployment rate. The problem facing Mr. Nixon is to apply Phase 111 wage and price restraints with a hand firm enough to produce results, but gentle enough to keep the economy on its present healthy course. The government has relaxed the reporting requirements on companies which helped make Phase II restraints effective. It has broadened its definition of a justifiable price in-

along the Savannah River for white settlement, as was to be proclaimed a fortnight later by Gov. James Wright. The rector of a church near New Bedford, in Massachusetts Bay colony, insisted on a one-tenth tithe in kind for the church. This was contrary to custom in the parish and one farmer who had 10 hives of bees wrapped one in cloth, brought it to the rector’s study and put it on the desk. There he turned

out the bees, and left, while the rector was nearly stung to death. 1823 — The right of U.S. citizens to settle in an area across the Mexican border in what is now Texas is confirmed by action of the Mexican Congress in transferring to Stephen Fuller Austin a grant originally made to his father, Moses Austin, then a St. Louis banker, in 1821, but who died six months after receiving it. Mexico had only recently gained its independence from Spain. The younger Austin, then 28, and a member of the Missouri territorial legislature, went to Mexico City and persuaded the new government

crease. It has reduced the 3,000-man force of price-w ate hers in the Internal Revenue Service by half. It has clung to the sound principle that controls on farm prices are counterproductive when the ultimate goal is to increase supply. The President’s Cost of Living Council is now faced with such a breach of its Phase 111 goals that it can only reexamine the framework and guidelines it laid down in hopes of achieving quasi-voluntary compliance with its Phase 111 program. If the original theme was to keep a “stick in the closet,” it may be time to remove it and Uy it on the table. Failure to do so will only add to the pressure in Congress to turn that stick into a club with legislated freezes and controls that would land like a haymaker on our economy. Sick of inflation THE EFFECTS of the nation-wide boycott of meat remain uncertain with meat prices down somewhat in some areas, up slightly in others and holding firm in most sections of the country. But the boycott did dramatize public disenchantment with the continuing price spiral, which has enveloped all foods and is not confined to the supermarket. And the result is growing sentiment in Congress to slap stiff controls on prices, wages and interest rates. Congress has a habit of responding to American frustrations with political answers. The political appeal of tight regulation to stifle inflation cannot be denied. There is not, however, despite the fascination with controls which grips Washington, any persuasive indication that regulation of the economy by the bureaucracy works any better than the free-market system. Some economic experts contend, in fact, that the Nixon administration’s recent maneuvering with its Phase 1 and 2 programs or Phase 3 and 4, if it comes to that, is nothing more than a psychological exercise. CONTROLS, they say, were insti-

Know Your Indiana Law By JOHN J. DILLON Attorney General

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

law Day, U.S.A. - 1973'

May 1, 1973 again will see the observance of Law Day in the United States. By resolution of the Indiana Legislature May 1 of each year is recognized as a day in Indiana when all Hoosiers are asked to rededicate themselves to the principals of the democratic form of government to emphasize that ours is a government of law and not of men. The Indiana Legislature asked that all public agencies fly the flag of the United States and the flag of Indiana to recognize this day as one that all citizens use to observe their respect for the law. The Indiana State Bar Association and local bar associations around the state of Indiana have joined with the American Bar Association to promote the theme for Law Day 1973 for all citizens to “help your courts assure justice.” To further this marvelous theme the Indiana State Bar Association, with the cooperation of the judges of the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals of Indiana and local judges and lawyers around the. state, has agreed to provide programs in our schools and in other public assemblies outlining the need to support our judicial system and the rule of law. In to confirm the grant. By 1825 he had settled 300 families there. 1873 — Indian unrest in Dakota territory and south to Oklahoma territory, arising from the intrusion of railroads into Indian hunting areas and increasing settlement, suggests possible violent outbreaks during the approaching summer. Settlers are alarmed and some are moving out or are planning defenses.

tuted in 1971 when prices were already coming under control. Controls were relaxed earlier this year when it became apparent that they would be unenforceable. And the recent ceiling on meat was declared when prices had reached a peak. The strategy pleases those who want “to see something done,” but has little real effect on the economy. The real culprit remains inflation and inflation is fed by a rather loose hand on federal fiscal and monetary policies. Last year, for example, the« supply of money in the United States grew by 8 per cent. With prices of most consumer items under strict control, the extra money went for food and import items. The accelerated demand for food products was aggravated by the sale of surplus items to Russia. Food prices went up. Similarly, devaluation of the dollar added to the price of imported goods, unimportant, perhaps, in itself. At the same time, however, domestic producers, relieved of some of the pressure of foreign competition, boosted their own prices. BUT EVEN IF the consumer can be convinced that it is not the butcher, or the farmer, or the supermarket owner who is profiting from the increasing bite for essentials from his paycheck, he is unlikely to accept the idea of inflation as a permanent way of life. How is he to cope with the rising costs of a new home, a new suit, automobile tires and gasoline and taxes? The boycott is one answer. The boycott may not change the price of meat significantly, but it is a grim reminder to Washington that the people out there among the grass roots don’t like what is happening. But Congress and President Nixon must be wary of the seemingly irresistible lure of mandatory controls. Controls can’t work unless the fundamental causes of inflation are held in restraint. Those fundamentals include a rising standard of living, shortages of materials and resources, wage gains unjustified by productivity and the government’s penchant for deficit spending.

these programs speakers will stress the importance of all citizens respecting the courts, willingly serving as members of juries, cooperating in acting as witnesses in trials and generally supporting sincere efforts to improve the functioning of our court system. It is often opined by lawyers that the average citizen is not knowledgeable about the third branch of our government, the judiciary, until he becomes embroiled in court action. At that point, when the action of the court personally affects the persons involved, the tremendous importance of the judicial system becomes apparent. It is the hope of the Indiana State Bar Association that all members of the bar will offer their services to inform all citizens that can be reached of the importance of the continued good operation of our court system in Indiana. It is through our court system that a citizen can find a remedy for any wrong committed against him. Our system is remarkable in allowing change by an orderly process while yet providing a restraint against overzealous governmental action or those who would destroy the duly constituted government. The rule erf law protects each person’s rights and assures that he can enforce those rights in a dignified fashion consistant with human freedom. Many of us feel that the rule of law and the accessibility of our court system has contributed to the greatness of our country. It was in an attempt to protect our ancient liberties that the founding fathers created our country and it is now the purpose of Law Day U.S.A. 1973 to remind each of us of this great heritage and the necessity to protect and nurture it. Copyright 1973 by John J. Dillon