The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 2, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 January 1984 — Page 5
"CRUZIN AROUND 'CUSE"
(Continued from page 4) JACK ELAM, r 1 Syracuse, has been bitten by the genealogy bug and plans to do a book on his family tree. Jack, a thorough guy, hopes to track his ancestors back to the crooked-eyed Jack Elam who plays the sinister parts on television western shows. He has written his narjiesake about their family connection. And incidentally. Jack, who came to Syracuse
Letters to the editor
Praise for public officials
Dear Editor: All too often letters written to a newspaper are negative and critical of public officials. The intent of this letter is quite ( the opposite. It seems that public servants and municipal employees are often subject to criticism for the things they are doing or, not doing, in line with their assigned duties. This kind of verbege is usually more profound in the smaller cities and towns. However, one seldom hears compliments of. or kind words for, these employees even when acts of nature such as severe winter requires their going the extra mile to make our town, a safer and better place in which to live. As a person born and raised in Milford. I vividly recall when our town did not have the expertise to deal with such problems. We are indeed fortunate' to have as our street and water commissioner, a man with the needed qualifications and background —a man such as Bill Knowles. It is obvious that Mr. Knowles nor his assis-
Will more fathers be jailed?
Dear Editor: In Nebraska seven fathers were jailed, six still being held, and warrants for the mothers’ arrest. for sending their children’to a Christian School with non-State accredited (approved) teachers. These teachers do have the approval of parents and the church C U.S Congressman George Hansen was present in the courtroom. He stated. ‘ ‘An out-of-county judge was assigned to the case and made public note of the fact that he had come into the matter to break the resistance of the church." There is talk of federal intervention on the educational level to deny funds for Nebraska. The Governor (Bob Kerrey)
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from Newcastle in 1963 to run the local Budget Loan office, quit his 12-year job as national sales manager for Thunander Corp, of Elkhart, effective February 27, to take a new job with Cargomaster, a company in the process of building a new 25,000 sq. ft. plant just off U.S. 33 Southeast of Goshen. They manufacture large box beds for delivery trucks. Oh, tyes, wife Janet is longtime bookkeeper and secretary at Wawasee High School.
tant, object to working around the clock when the need arises. Therefore, I would like to go on record as one who appreciates the efforts put forth by these men. Although our water and sewer departments are quite old they are not overlooked by Mr. Knowles who checks them each day —7 days a week. Most people are not aware of this. I hasten to add that without an understanding town ooard, Mr. Knowles job would be far more difficult as they provide far better equipment- to care for our town’s needs than ever before. Since many manufacturers are presently looking to smaller progressive towns for possible plant sites, we would all do well to remember that all big cities were at one time, very small towns that grew and prospered because the spirit of winning was away of life. Several of our smaller neighboring towns are presently doing a number of exciting things to make their town the envy of many. Lets hope our town will see fit to do likewise. Sincerely, R. E. “Tim” Dewart
don’t like federal intervention in the state matters.” A Christian spoke up. Governor, we understand how you feel, sovereign, and don'twant/the federal government to rpovfe on the state government. /We as churches are soveriegn, C. and j»e do not want state interference in the church ministries.” Nebraska questions parents’ and church’s rights. Nebraska claims they have a prevailing interest over the children, and they should belong to the state. Christians, may I remind you, children belong to God (Ps. 127:3), and it’s the parents’ responsibility to train their children in the way ‘ they should go at all times (Deut.
6:6-9; Eph. 6:4; Prov. 1:8.22:6). It appc irs the National Education Association (NEA), who for the most part controls the Department of Education, is the driving force behind state licensing mrjjgjl private schools. State licensffl|Lmeans, state approval to operate, approved teachers and textbooks, and some other requirements over a church ministry. All could lead to many more requirements. I have read from sever! sources, that the NEA supports and lobbies for homosexual rights. ERA, abortion, nuclear freeze, against voluntary prayer, bible reading, traditional morals and values, free enterprise, strong defense, etc. Is this what we want for our children? Catherine Barrett, past president, NEA stated, “We are the biggest potential political striking force in this country and we are determined to control the , direction of education. Considering our religious freedom is at stake here, I feel Believers at Faith Baptist Church, Louisville, Neb., need our prayers, and if the Lord so leads, our financial support. Please remember, if government can deny the free exercise of a sincere religious belief to one group of -Christians, it pan deny another sincere religious belief to another group of Christians, in another area. Chauncey L. Bennett Chimney fire Syracuse Firemen were called to the home of John Lundy, Kern Road, Syracuse, at 1:41 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, for a chimney fire. When firemen arrived the fire was out. It was caused by a wood burner and firemen recommended the owner have the chimney cleaned before using it again. There was no damage. ■- . i Hunter injured when gun discharges Jene L. Athey, 42, r 1 box 279 Syracuse, was injured when a gun he was carrying discharged and the bullet struck his left foot. The mishap occurred at 11:56 a.m. Monday, Jan. 23. Athey told Indiana State Police Trooper Dan Ringer, he was returning home from hunting and as he was walking up to his front porch he slipped on ice, lost his balance and the gun discharged, shooting his left foot. He was taken to Goshen Hospital by Syracuse Emergency Medical Service and reportedly treated and released.
Quayle invites nominations for Senate productivity award
US Senator Dan Quayle recently invited members of Indiana’s business and labor communities to submit nominations for the 1983 United States Senate Productivity Award. Quayle, chairman of the labor subcommittee on employment and productivity, has named a blue-ribbon panel of three Hoosier authorities in the productivity field to review these nominations. The annual award, established by the Senate in December, 1982, enables each Senator to select a constituent who has effectively worked toward productivity improvement within his or her organization, the Hoosier Senator said. While nominees do not necessarily have to represent the most productive organization in., the state, they should exemplify a commitment to productivity improvement, utilizing programs that can serve as models for other organizations, Quayle explained. “A similiar national productivity award used in Japan has contributed to that nation’s pro-
What You Think JANUARY 1984 The Most Read Articles By Mail-Journal Readers
Once again Cruzin’ was high on the popularity poll of persons filling out our reader’s survey. The column finished in second place, in a tie with the classified ads. In first place as the most read item was the hospital notes column. Third place during the month - went to the North Webster news. A total of 58 persons renewed subscriptions during the month with only 18 filling out the survey. The complete list follows: Feature stories 5 School news 7 Letters to the editor 8 Main Street '7 Hospital notes 12 Obits 9 Editorials --4 Court news 9 zUnsung Heros . 3 f Cruzin* 10 \M-J Pulse 4 Political reports 2 Weddings and engagements 8 * Horoscope 3 Extension news 4 Sports 4 North Webster 9 King Arthur 4 Church page . -. 5 Milford Old News 4 Syracuse Old News 6 School and town board meetings 8 Police log 5 Crossword 0 Calendar. 8 Club news 3 Classifieds 10 Comments were as follows: I would like more local news from Milford. Perhaps news from each individual church. Have enjoyed your paper.
ductivity improvement,” acccording to Quayle. Nominations of individuals or organizations that made significant efforts at improving productivity in 1983 should be typewritten and sent to Senator Quayle’s Indianapolis office before Tuesday, Jan. 31, when nominations will close. Nominations should include the name of the individual, firm or organization; nature of business and company size; company address, phone number and name of chief executive; any specific productivity improvement program in operation in 1983, and the benefits or gains realized because of it. Nominations should be sent to the attention of Ron Breymier, Office of Senator Dan Quayle, Room 447, 46 East Ohio St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. The phone number for the office is 317-269-5555. The panel that will review the nominations for Senator Quayle will be chaired by Dr. Bert C. Faulhaber, professor of finance and director .of transnational business at Ball State University.
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Vocational aptitude test to be given February 8 at Goshen
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery of tests will be given at Goshen High School on Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 8 to 11 a m. in the auditorium. This edition of the ASVAB is designed to measure the high school junior or senior’s potential in onbyof six broad areas: Verbal,' Analytic/Quantitative, Clerical, Mechanical, Trade Technical, and Academic Ability. The student’s counselor is prepared to help him interpret
The other panelists will be Leslie Kelly, president of Kelly & Associates, an Indianapolis business consulting firm, and president of the central Indiana chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners; and Bruce Cordingley, an attorney with Ice, Miller, Donadio & Ryan of Indianapolis. To serve, panel members have agreed to disqualify themselves and the companies they represent from consideration for the award. “I am grateful to these panel members — each highly distinguished in the field of productivity in Indiana —for agreeing to serve in this capacity. I value their judgment and look forward to receiving from them their recommendations in early February. confident that with their expertise and contacts they will 1 fairly and dispassionately select the most worthy candidates lor this important award,” Quayle said. Senator Quayle plans to announce his 1983 US Senate Productivity Award winner during the. Lincoln Day holiday in February. The winner will be presented with an inscribed bronze medallion cast at the direction of the Senate commerce committee. Serving our country , MARK WEST Marine Pfc. Mark West, son of Mike A. and Judy West of r 1, Milford, has completed recruit trainng at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif. During the 11-week training cycle, he learned the basics of battlefield survival. He was introduced to the typical daily routine that he will experience during his enlistment and studied the personal and professional standards traditionally exhibited by Marines. He participated in an active physical conditioning program and gained proficiency in a variety of military skills, including first aid, rifle marksmanship and close order drill. Teamwork and self-discipline were emphasized throughout the training cycle. “For he that will love life and see good days, let him... eschew evil and " do good.” — I Peter 3:10, 11
his scores and corresponding percentile ranks to determine the occupational areas in which he shows high aptitude. Consisting of twelve tests, the results indicate specific areas of training in which success is most likely to occur. Taking this aptitude test does not obligate the student to the military in any way. No fee is charged. Juniors and seniors may sign up in their social studies classes or the Guidance Department. Further Information may be secured by calling the Goshen High School Guidance Department on 533-6780.
Successful hearing program Syracuse Lions were pleased with the turnout at the Syracuse Lions hearing screening program Saturday, /Jan. 21, at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Tim Yeager, Lions president, stated 35 people participated between the ages of three on up. “For the first time out we were not expecting a lot, and the weather had some effect,” remarked Yeager. Results of the screening found a majority of those participating did have some hearing losses that were not known. “We feel very good about it.” Yeager stated there is thought being given to sponsoring the program again. niTvinwM; fee Fishermen WtSof... Fuel And Repair Coleman Lanterns Dewart Lake Marina — tsi ■«« Or Bucher farms C 8 300E 658-9532 West Side Os Dewart Lake 65M36S
Wed., January 25,1984 - THE MAIL-JOURNAL
iAt Large... / ] I “A view of the political 11 scene in Kosciusko County” |!
Dear Editor: This letter is in regard to your “At Large” column appearing in The Mail-Journal. This “view of the political scene in Kosciusko County” is of interest to me and I hope you consider it valid for your paper as well. In the January 18 column, Mr. George Klinger, president of the Kosciusko County Council, purports as the column seems to indicate to be spokesman for the Council in claiming that Glen Albright’s description of the county finances are “not correct.” Mr. Albright is a field supervisor for the State Board of Accounts. In reviewing Mr. Klinger’s claim that an error of $610,530 was found, it becomes apparent that the Warsaw accountant is inept at-his profession in this circumstance. The fact is that the “Federal Funds,) 1/1/84 of $105,000” and the “Federal Funds For 1984 of $345,000” for a total of $450,000 are not a part of the County General Fund as was reported by Mr. Klinger. Mr. Klinger ought to know better with his, professional background than to misrepresent figures in this manner. He does not speak for me in presenting this information and I do not agree that the “county’s finances are in good shape,” as was also reported. • - . , With the exception of the falsification of the $450,000 amount, there is no difference between Mr. Klinger’s estimated balance projected on Dec. 31,1984 and that of Mr. Albright’s. Deducting $450,000 from the $1,292,830 balance as was reported leaves a total of $842,830, using Mr. Klinger’s figures. The State Board of Accounts estimated that an amount of $821,418 is necessary for cash flow between the two property tax distributions. By subtracting this $821,418 from $842,830 leaves an amount of $21,412 available for additional appropriations. This is the same as was reported by Mr. Albright at our Council meeting. During the 1983 year the Council made additional appropriations of approximately $140,000 to $150,000. During the 1984 year the projected income and expenditures can be summarized as follows: ' 4984 county general fund budget.-....... 53,546,390 1984 additional appropriations (Using 1983 amounts) 140,000 Total 1984 anticipated expendituress3,6B6,39o 1984 Miscellaneous Receipts„sl,oß2,B9o 1984 Property Tax Receiptssl,63B,66o Total 1984 Projected Receiptss2,72l,ssoTotal 1984 Deficit Spending $964,840 In further reviewing Mr. Klinger's claims, it can be noted that the "Federal Fluids” that are referred to is the same as the Federal Revenue Sharing that are on hand or that are anticipated for this year. These do not go into the county general fund and in the past they have not been placed for this use. The County Commissioners have control of these monies. At their request, it has been past policy to use the majority or all of these funds for county highway funds. Ron Sharp and George Klinger have been outspoken and committed to the financial deterioration which has occurred. They in their efforts have shunned any advise from those who are knowledgeable of the county budgeting process. With the announcement of Mr. Sharp in running for a Commissioner’s post in the upcoming election perhaps we have a “Potholegate” occurring ... the covering up of the in the county general fund qnth money normally used and needed for patching the potholes in the county roads. I invite the “At Large” column tb look into this issue further should there be any further questions. Sincerely, Larry E. Teghtmeyer Kosciusko County Councilman, Ist District *
Augsburger bill would remove sales tax from utility bills
INDIANAPOLIS - Legislation has been introduced by State Senator John B. Augsburger (R-Syrace) and assigned to the Senate Finance Committee that would remove the five percent state sales tax from all utility bills over a five year period. The measure, Senate Bill 4, deletes language from a state statute which authorizes the collection of sales tax on electricity, natural or artificial gas, water, and all intrastate telephone service. Augsburger commented, “I believe the message the average Hoosier utility customer is sending to the Legislature is crystal clear — utility bills are getting out of hand. Os course, producing electricity, providing gas service, water service, and telephone service are no longer
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cheap. Though utility rates are regulated by the Public Service Commission, the General Assembly is not totally without the ability to assist ratepayers. “As prospects dim for reduction in 1984 of either the gross sales tax or individual income tax, removing sales tax from utility bills will provide some relief to the consumer and also show that Indiana lawmakers are serious about lowering the state tax burden,” the two-term Republican continued. “In 1973, we wisely exempted food commodities from sales tax. Utilities are no less a necessity of life. I am urging my colleagues in both houses and on both sides of the aisle to support this much-needed ligislation,” Augsburger concluded.
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