The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 4, Milford, Kosciusko County, 9 February 1983 — Page 5

Letters to the editor

Abolish taxes

(Continued from page 4) gain,’’ and not subject to the income tax. The court further ruled that the tax was voluntary; yet the fraud, intimidation and legalized theft prevails along with a gross invasion of personal privacy. To add insult to injury, the American people are forced to spend more in preparation and processing of their tax returns than all of the monies collected through it. So, if the president and his cohorts want to improve the economy, see new jobs available, and instill a greater confidence in government, they will intensify the growing "discussion” to abolish the personal income tax.

Why all the fuss

Dear Editor: Why all the fuss about the future of Social Security 9 It is public information of a few years ago, that US fought both Asian wars, declared or undeclared, on money borrowed at a cheaperthan market-rate from our Social Security funds!.! Now, a few questions need to be asked. Why weren’t those-public

K Report from your j I State Representative I ’ THAMES MAUZY

State Representatiave Thames Mauzy (R-Warsaw) announced today a new “Finance Hot Line" designed to help small businesses locate funding. According to Mauzy, the service is offered free of charge to businesses state-wide through the State Chamber of Commerce. I Mauzy explained, “This service will help businesses find funding sources, but will not provide loans.” He went on. to say that funding for the project is provided by the Chamber of Commerce and the Private Industry Corporation, a non-profit organization that is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor. The main goal of the oganization is to help small businesses and to assit in the creation of jobs.

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Already nine states, including Indiana, have voted (via the Liberty Amendment) to abolish the Federal Income Tax. In addition, the “discussion” outside of government is increasing as literally millions of Americans are just plain flat out refusing to file a return on nontaxable receipts and or wages. To end the confusion, the theft, and the massive violations of individual rights, the personal income tax must be repealed. Yes, something is wrong, but with honest discussion, strongwilled determination and a bulldog desire for justice, we can abolish the Internal Revenue Service. Sincerely, Robert L. Minarik

funds invested in the most favorable market? Where is the interest accrued? Where is the principal account borrowed? How about a complete, unbiased investigation? When will the public learn the whole truth and "nothing but the truth?” George Wey bright 13394 CR 48 Syracuse

“Getting Hoosiers back to work is a major concern of the legislature. Far too many people need jobs. Our first priority now, and in the future, must be job creation, training, r&training and economic development.” The service’s phone number is 800-622-4898 and is available from 8 a m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. This toll-free service will be offered to businesses in need of help until September 30,1983. Booked at jail Phillip Shepherd, 19, r 1 North Webster, was booked at the Kosciusko County Jail on a charge of driving while intoxicated and illegal consumption. He was released on his own recognizance.

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Drunk driving, unruly students, the prevention of future “Baby Does,” small business regulatory relief, the abolition of a state judicial office and the issue of a state lottery were just a few of the issues dealt with in the State Senate in the fifth week of the session which ended February 4. , A bill, that I co-authored, stiffening penalties for drunk driving was approved by the Senate, by a vote of 47-0. Under the provisions of this legislation, the minimum period of suspension of the driver’s license for the first time offenders would be raised to 90 days. The bill also provides for an administrative revocation of driving privileges, allowing the bureau of motor vehicles to suspend the drivers license of persons who refuse to take or fail the breathalizer test. The bill is the product of a Task Force established by Governor Orr last year to toughen the state’s drunk driving laws. After an emotional debate, the Senate took the first step to strike out the constitutional prohibition against lotteries, passing an amendment to the Indiana Constitution, 28-22. Like all constitutional amendments, the resolution must be approved by two successive legislatures and by a majority vote of the citizens in a state-wide referendum. The resolution now goes to the House where its future remains uncertain. The full Senate also passed and sent to the House a bill aimed at preventing future “baby does ” in Indiana. The measure allows for juvenile court intervention in cases where a handicapped or mentally retarded child's life is threatened through the deprivation or with holding of nutrition or life sustaining treatment. In a 43 to five vote, the Senate passed a measure that- would allow school officials to remove, from school unruly and violent 16 and 17 year olds and force Such students to attend night or adult education classes. Supporters maintain that the change in law could give school authorities the authority to remove a small number of disruptive students

from the classroom who are hindering the learning process of the majority of students. The Senate also passed a measure its supporters say could provide regulatory relief to the state’s small business community through the exemption or relaxation of rules and regulations issued by state agencies. Under this proposal.

X > Report from your United States Senator DAN QUAYLE V ' -J

Congressman Jqhn Hiler urged all state and federal law enforcement agencies to do “everything within their power” to end the violence associated with the independent truckers’ strike. “Ninety-nine-point-nine per cent of all truckers, whether associated with the strike or not, are expressing their concerns and views legally.” Hiler said. “But we have to stop the deplorable violence being committed by a small but dangerous minority, particularly in Indiana.” Hiler said the violence “struck home” when he learned of the shooting of LaLumiere School teacher and coach Chris Balawender last Tuesday near Hiler’s hometown of LaPorte.

Congressman's Report i JOHN HILER

Citing the 10 per cent interest withholding provision passed by the 97th Congress as unfair and unnecessary, US Senator Dan Quayle (R-Ind.) is cosponsoring repeal legislation. The Hoosier Senator has joined Sen. Bob Kasten (R-Wis.) in cosponsoring S-222 to repeal the 10 per cent withholding provision of the Tax Equity and Fiscal

state agencies would be required to issue a report on the impact its proposed rule would have on small business, and whether or not it would be practical to either exempt or issue a lesser standard for small business. The Senate also approved a measure abolishing the Office of Reporter of the Supreme and Appellate Courts. A legislative oversight committee studying efficiency in state government found that the work product of this office is being done more efficiently and timely by the private sector, and that the state could easily abolish the office A savings of about $190,000 per year to the state is expected if this bill becomes law. All of the Senate passed legislation now goes to the House of Representatives for action there.

Balawender taught and coached Hiler when he attended LaLumiere, located near LaPorte. "He was driving a van including 11 students and caught a bullet intended for a passing truck.” Hiler noted, citing media reports. “Fortunately, he will recover and no one else was hurt, but this could have been a far more tragic event resulting in the loss of innocent lives,” Hiler added. He noted that other northern Indiana truck drivers and trucking firms have been adversely affected by violence resulting from the strike. “Public officials . and law enforcement agencies have got to lead the effort to end this violence,” Hiler said.

Responsibility Act of 1982. Quayle said he is seeking quick action to repeal the measure before the burdensome provision goes into effect July 1. “The same compliance goals can he achieved,” he said, “much more efficiently and with less paperwork, simply by increasing the reporting requirements for interest and dividend payments. Studies by the IRS show 98 per cent of all taxes due on interest and dividends is paid when it is reported to the IRS on form 1099 or similar reporting forms. “ Senator Quayle said the withholding requirement involves huge and costly new paperwork which will be a burden for individuals, corporations and financial institutions. “There are more than 500million separate accounts,” Quayle pointed out, “but more than 200-million of these savings accounts could be exempt from withholding, but exemption procedures involve even more new forms and annual reports. Several thousand Hoosiers have inundated the Senator s office and switchboard with complaints and objections to the withholding provision. Quayle said, “Everywhere I‘ve traveled in Indiana during the past two months people have appealed to me to do something about the withholding provision. “Withholding would remove $5 billion a year from US savings,” according to Quayle, and that money would not be available to support home mortgage loans, capital formation or job-creating investments. The Senator explained he voted for the Tax Act, including the withholding provision, last fall becaues it was necessary to pass the entire package. Now. with more time to study the problem, he said, “I’m convinced we can accomplish the purposes of the withholding provision, tax compliance and some enhancement of revenues in a much simpler and less objectionable way.” Hooks have discount tickets to boat show All Hook’s Drug Stores in Indiana now have advance discount tickets to the Indianapolis Boat, Sport and Travel Show at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, February 18-27. The tickets offer a savings off the gate admission price. Over 300 exhibitors from all over the country will fill the Fairgrounds Coliseum and adjoining buildings to demonstrate all types of outdoor activities and sports. Booths at the show will also explain the many travel opportunities available in the United States. Pro results For a professional hot oil treatment, saturate your hair in olive oil. Then, rub the hottest water possible over two towels in your washing machine. After the towels are soaked, turn the machine to the spin cycle. Wrap your hair and wait twenty minutes for best result. By using this method, you towels will be hotter without the mess of dripping water.

In committee action, the Budget Sub-Committee of the Senate Finance Committee began holding hearings on the budget requests of various state agencies and departments. Testimony from these hearings will be used to set the priorities of Indiana's 1983-85 budget, which will be approved by the legislature sometime in April. Hearings will continue for several more weeks before a rough outline of the budget is drafted and presented to the legislators. I again remind residents to contact me if they have any concerns or thoughts on issues before the General Assembly. The Senate toll free number is 1-800-382-9467. Correspondence can be sent to Indiana Senate, State House. Indianapolis. Ind.. 46204.

* ***** * fiifl i I Kt d 1 I IF' VALENTINE’S DAY OPENING — Larry and Penny Heckaman have set Monday, Feb. 14. as the grand opening day for their new coin-operated laundromat facility located on SR 13 in Syracuse. The new business features individual bay areas for privacy while washing and will be open daily from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. during the winter months and from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. during the summer. < Photo by Gail Widmoyer) Laundry Basket to hold grand opening Valentine’s Day

“We’re going to have a spotless, well-managed and wellrun establishment that will feature the finest heating and washing equipment available,” promises Larry and Penny Heckaman, owners of the Laundry Basket, a new coinoperated laundry facility that has set Monday, Feb. 14, as the grand opening day. The new structure, located on SR 13 in Syracuse is designed with a colonial Williamsburg theme making it a “quaint" establishment, according to Mrs. Heckaman. The Williamsburg theme is evident from the picket fence outside to the colonial coat rack and checkered blue and white draperies inside. Privacy is stressed with six individual bay areas, each with its own personality, offering customers the convenience of home laundry facilities. Each bay area includes the most energy-efficient washers and dryers, with directions written in both Spanish and English, assuring just the right water temperatures and softening qualities for individual needs. The new business contains a total of 25 washers, of three different sizes, and 14 large dryers. In addition to the bay areas, a lounge area with couches, tables, chairs, a television, concessions and an attendant’s counter will offer customers further comfort while a security system guarantees safety. Carpeting is being installed in the folffing area making it possible to avoid dragging clean

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TODAY’S QUESTION: What advice do you have for the independent truckers? Resultsof last week’s question: What would you do if .you had $1 million 9 I’d get independent... Probably pay off my home and put money back so the boys would be substantially taken care of and travel . That’s a good question... I’d give it to the Lord I don t worry about it 'cause I don’t have it . . . With this cold I have to think I’d go south ... I’d probably pass out. . . Spend it... 1 would pay off my house and my husband’s truck and contribute to my church I think I'd come over and kiss you .. I’d probably be completely out of debt and invest part of it... Save it and live off the interest I’d invest it Sit down and think about it... With my luck it’d get stolen.

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