The Mail-Journal, Volume 22, Number 43, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 October 1985 — Page 4

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., October 23,1985

Editorials

America's Year of School Safety The year 1985-86 has been named ‘‘America’s Year of School Safety and Student Attendance/’ by the National School Safety Center, a department of the US Department of Justice and the US Department of Education and Pepperdine University. School safety was addressed in a series of articles from key national educators in the fall issue of School Safety, the news journal of NSSC and the week of October 20-26 was set aside as the first “American Safe Schools Week ” An article in the fall School Safety publication stresses the campaign for safe schools, noting “American Safe Schools Week” is being promoted to “insure the safety and well-being of our children and the quality of their education.” School safety, as viewed by the NSSC, involves making campuses free of crime and violence, improving discipline and increasing student attendance. “Many schools have existing safety programs, but they need conscientious application and maintenance throughout the school year, ” says George Nicholson, the center’s director and chief counsel. Although, for some, “school safety” and “discipline” elicit images of corporal punishment for misbehaving students, PTA President Ann Kahn disagrees. “On the contrary,” she says, “the purpose of discipline should be to guide children toward acceptable behavior and to teach them to make wise and responsible decisions. Discipline helps children to learn to think in an orderly fashion and to understand the logical consequences of their action. ’’ “We can also agree safe schools are necessary to insure the safety and well-being of all our children and the quality of their education,” says Nicholson. “With these common interests, we can then join forces to help the future leaders of the country — the 42 million students —by officially observing and supporting ‘America’s Year of School Safety and Student Attendance’ and ‘America’s Safe School Week.’ ” October, 1685 One of the tragic events of history was the betrayal of history was the betrayal of Protestants by the often-glorified French tyrant, Louis XIV. It occurred October 22, 1685; the king revoked the Edict of Nantes, which had allowed Protestants rights and freedom from persecution by the Catholic king and state. Up to 500,000 Protestants fled France, as a result, and hundreds of thousands were murdered or executed in a splurge of bigotry, somewhat similar to Hiler’s persecution of the Jews in the 1940’5. Much nonsense is read or seen on the screen and on television in this country, pertaining to Louis XIV. He was a narrow tyrant, waged aggressive wars and kept many mistresses — and was the great persecutor of Protestants. Since Protestants of that period were generally those with minds of their own, France lost many of her best educated families and leaders. The exodus of these independent Frenchmen (Huguenots) cost France dearly. Many came to America. The silk and wool industry in France, at Lyons and Tours, never recovered. Louis and his lavish court survived until 1710. Before that century was over, such abuses by other tyrants led to the French revolution. Ironically, his descendant, Louis XVI, was to provide much aid to the American Colonies in their fight against England almost a hundred years later (France was at war with England); he was the monarch finally overtaken by democracy, and the people arose in revolution during his reign and beheaded him in 1793. Trees & fall In the days and weeks immediately ahead, the countryside and woods will offer unusually beautiful, and inspiring, scenery. Take the time to enjoy nature and her annual autumn spectacular. Maple, gum, elm, oak, nut, sycamore, and so many other trees ending their 1985 cycle of life, now beckon all outdoors — to enjoy a beauty which can’t be duplicated. Curiosity A key to knowledge is curiosity, a trait discouraged by some. Without curiosity — the urge to know why — there’s little incentive to investigate, study and solve the mysteries of life. Because some wondered about the flight of birds, we learned to fly. Because someone wondered about the atom and the power within, we learned to split it. Because we wondered about space, we learned to invade it and return safely to earth. Curiosity is the basis and motivation of most of the world’s knowledge. What others say — It's about time After years of harassment, frustration and humiliation at the hands of terrorists, the United States successfully captured four of the you-know-whats that brutally murdered an invalid American tourist and tormented his fellow passengers on the cruise ship Achille Lauro. Americans and civilized people everywhere rejoiced.' Despite some obvious problems we’ve got with our so-called allies Italy and Egypt, Americans have cause to celebrate this breaking of the truly vicious cycle we’ve experienced in previous terrorist attacks. Dan Quayle at Saturday’s GOP Beef and Bull dinner in Avon, said the USA’s bold capture of the terrorist “a new beginning.” He said it was a turning point showing the terrorist that we are not afraid to use force when necessary, and in fact, that we will. He lamented that Italy did not have a death penalty. Already there are howls that the United States committed an act of piracy in commandeering the Egyptian jet bearing the hijackers and forcing it to land. Obviously there is a double standard we are expected to follow to our own harm and terrorism’s advantage. In fact, we pulled this thing off without firing a shot, using brains and brawn to fulfill a promise that terrorists will be brought to justice. How ludicrous it is that we have dignified organizations like the PLO as if they were legitimate political entities. How can part of the problem be part of a solution? Just as past failures have undoubtedly encouraged terrorism, success against it, this time, should surely discourage it. We are obviously not dealing with a group of rational individuals, but it should be obvious to the real powers that control these thugs that the stakes have just gone up. We are preparing for the war against terrorism. Symbolically, we did what Mr. Klinghoffer’s grieving widow is said to have done: spit in the face of terrorism with justifiable, righteous indignation. This episode is far from over, but a turning point has been achieved. It’s about time. Hurray for the good guys! - HENDRICKS COUNTY GUIDE-GAZETTE

AMERICA’S SAFE SCHOOLS WEEK AMERICA’S YEAR OF~ SCHOOL SAFETY Webster business burglarized

|®PERS Crime Stoppers, a non-profit organization involving the police, the media and the public in the fight against crime, offers anonymity and cash rewards to persons who furnish information leading to the arrest and the filing of criminal charges against felony offenders and to the capture of fugitives. The following ‘'Crime of the Week” was furnished by the

Court news

Superior Court The following complaints have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Judge Robert Burner presiding: Petition To Change Name Paris Stephen Miller has petitioned the court to change his. name to Paris Stephen BallMiller. Complaint On Account B. J. Thompson Advertising versus Stookey Holsteins, Inc., r 2 Leesburg. The plaintiff is seeking judgment against the defendant in the amount of $87,482, plus interest, attorney’s fees and costs of action, for a past due account. County Court The following persons have been assessed fines and have paid those fines in Kosciusko County Court, Judge James Jarrette presiding: Speeding — Paying $65 fines and costs were: Marc A. Greene, 17, Syracuse; Arlene P. Dellinger, 57, Syracuse; Jeffrey P. Young, 18, Leesburg; Jerel D. Lenfesty, 37, Leesburg; Jerry D. Newton, 16, Leesburg; Melody K. Berger, 18, North Webster; Marjorie D. Parker, 16, Milford Paying SSO fines and costs were: Donna Arnett, 31, Leesburg; Mark K. Kissell, 24, Leesburg; Michael W. Goodspeed, 18, Syracuse; Connie J. Brookins, 32, Leesburg; Toni M. David, 24, North Webster; Greg S. Lawson, 19, Leesburg Paying $45 fines and costs was: James B. Clayton, 27, North Webster Syracuse man receives sentence Tony Douglas Powell, 20, Syracuse area resident, was sentenced on Oct. 17 to 10 days in jail, and a one-year suspension of his driver’s license for the accident on June 24, 1984, at the intersection of Pickwick Road and ' Kale Island Drive East. Powell was convicted by a Kosciusko Circuit Court jury of driving a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol count of more than .10 percent. His passenger, Rolando Vasquez, was killed in the accident. Powell, however, was found innocent of the charge of causing a death while driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Powell was given one day of jail credit. Key to exercising when pregnant More and more doctors are recommending exercise for patients whose pregnancy is normal. Moderate exercise does not pose a significant risk for most pregnant women. Those who do exercise while pregnant find they have more energy, less fat, in better shape, stronger in labor and recover faster after delivery.

Kosciusko County Crime Stoppers organization: The burglary of a North Webster business is the Crime of the Week. On September 1, 1985, a burglary of the Reimer Ice Company was discovered. Intruders had entered a trailer by breaking out a window in the door. Once inside, they removed a quantity of cash and some checks. Persons with information concerning this burglary are asked to contact Crime Stoppers, tollfree, at 1-800-342-STOP. Crime Stoppers will pay up to SI,OOO if the information leads to an arrest or indictment. Crime Stoppers also pays cash rewards on other felony crimes and the capture of fugitives. They only want your information, not your name.

No operator's license — Mark K. Kissell, 24, Leesburg, SSO Unsafe start — Paying SSO fines and costs were: Roger A. Davis, 27, Syracuse; Danny J. Manges, 19, Milford Expired license plates — Paying SSO fines and costs were: Donald W. Wanamaker, 25, Syracuse; Myra L. Bone, 58, North Webster No motorcycle endorsement — Donald W. Wanamaker, 25, Syracuse, SSO False registration — Greg P. Williamson, 26, Syracuse, SSO City Court The following fines have been levied and paid in the Goshen City Court: Speeding — Anita L. Myers, 16, Syracuse, $52.50 Improper turn — Althea K. Rogers, 20, Syracuse, $42.50 Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Jeanne Weirick: Summers-Cummings Kermit F. Summers, 69, r 1 box 126, Pierceton, and Jean F. Cummings, 67, r 1 North Webster Orr-Dobbs Marvin Richard Orr, 29, r 1 box 483-11, Leesburg, and Debra Kay Dobbs, 32, 2902 Hilltop Circle, Winona Lake Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Hawkins — Irvin Hawkins, r 5 box 460A, Syracuse, and Johanna Hawkins, New Braunfel, Texas. The couple was married May 11, 1984, and separated May 10,1985. Vance — Mark A. Vance, r 5 Westhaven Estates, Warsaw, and Terri R. Vance, r 2 box 72-2, Leesburg. The couple was married Oct. 3, 1981, and separated Dec. 5,1984. Fleury-Yergey — Helene R. Fleury, P.O. Box 342 Leesburg, and Geoffrey S. Yergey, P.O. Box 342 Leesburg. The couple was married Aug. 20, 1983, and separated July, 1985. THE MAIL JOURNAL (U.S.P.S. 3258-4000) Published by the Mell-Journal every Wednesday and entered as Second Class matter at the Post Office at Syracuse. Indiana 46567. Second class postage paid at 103 E. Main Street, Syracuse. Indiana 46567 and at additional entry offices. Subscription: Sls per year In Kosciusko County, s2l outside county. POSTAAASTERS: Send change of address forms to The Mall-Journal, P.O. Box IM, Milford. Indiana 46542

"CRUZIN AROUND ' C U S E''

I HI * (wiL •4 ML A- - t UT A. w 1/ REV. DAVID M. HUDSON (EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article by Rev. David Hudson, former pastor of the Syracuse United Pentecostal Church is an overview of he and his wife’s recent trip in August to India. It provides much background information. His more personal views of his trip were cataloged in a fourpart series published here in the Mail-Journal during the month of September. In this article Pastor Hudson has attempted to give a synopsis of India rather than the actual trip to avoid being repetitious for those who have read the other articles on his trip. Consult the September issues for the complete story of his journey. Rev. Hudson is now pastor of the Riverside Apostolic Church in Morgantown, W. Va.) By REV. DAVID M. HUDSON INDIA IS a nation that must be experienced for one to relate or even begin to understand a culture that is such a radical change to the American style of living. India is among the most interesting countries one could explore. India offers the romance of the mighty Himalayas, wildlife trekking, mountaineering, shopping in the world’s most interesting bazaars, yoga, tours, fairs and festivals and “exquisite” cuisine. India has such wealth of exciting events, interesting cities, intriguing shrines and temples, and colorful sites that a visit is unforgettable. My visit is forever etched within me of the sites, sounds, and smells. A 20-year-old boy pushes a cart three times his size through crowded city streets, selling toasted bread and rolls. An elderly woman sits under a scrap of canvas stretched between two boards — her home — and twists sticks together to make a broom. A sign posted by a crumbling historical ruin invites the passer-by to “Please stop and have a view.” Men carry a dead relative, wrapped in bright yellow cloth and laid on a stretcher, to a cremation site. A carefully made-up young woman, bejeweled and costumed in brilliant colors, tells a story in a dance that was choreographed 2,000 years ago as a form of worship. This is what you will see in India. But India is not a place to go see. (It is a country to go see.) It is a country to experience — and once experienced, India is not necessarily understood. But for the traveler who welcomes an intoxicating profusion of sounds, sights, and smells, few countries can match the sensations and impressions that India elicits. Home to almost 750 million people, India’s 1,261,000 square miles are divided into 22 states and several territories that encompass the highest mountains, the most awesome rivers, and the lushest valleys in the world, 3,535 miles of coastline, dusty desert plains and steamy tropical jungles. About 83 percent of the population is Hindu, a religious philosophy that influences even the most mundane of daily routines. Most of the rest of India’s citizens are Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains. There are 15 major languages spoken in the country plus more than 250 minor regional ones and 850 dialects, but almost all speak English. Their distinctive cadence is almost musical, sometimes brogue-like, and generally easy to understand once you’ve tuned your ear to the rhythm. You don’t have to “tune in” to Indian hospitality — most of the people are gracious and warm hearted. Some of the people do stare fixedly at Americans, but it’s unsporting to criticize people you come to see for looking at you.

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It was noted around the globe that the good guys finally nabbed the bad guys, and without firing a single shot! Americans weren’t taking it anymore and when that sentiment was articulated quietly in the night by F-14 Tomcats, the silence of it all turned out to be deafening. How embarrassing it. must be for the macho Achille Lauro terrorists that the U.S. executed its flawless, precision capture without resorting to what

More than 76 percent of India’s population lives in rural villages where the twentieth century has feared to tread — or else, has trod, and for the most part, been turned away by Indians securely rooted In their traditions. Yet almost evefy traveler to India stays in the urban areas, where accommodations cater to, and even pamper, most Western tastes although you do not find much if any thing westernized in India. With their skyscrapers, industrial pollution, condominiums, Nescafe television commercials and traffic jams, the cities represent “modern” India. But the powerful influences of cultural,, social and religious traditions are evident even in modem India — hence the cows and camel carts in the streets, the religious icon tucked in a niche next to an outdoor soft-drink stand and the astropalmist on the staff of every five-star deluxe hotel. India is a secular democratic republic, the largest democracy in the world. The country is not large — only about half the size-of the continental United States. But the population density is so great that India is second only to China in population. India’s land frontier stretches from the Arabian Sea on the west to Burma on the east and touches from west to east—Pakistan, a small portion of Afghanistan atop the state of Jammu and Kashmir, China, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. The literacy rate is about 35 percent. About 25 percent of the population is urbanized while 7 percent are tribal peoples located mainly in the northeast and inland hills and mountains. Nearly one sixth of the world’s population is Indian. India’s largest cities are Calcutta, 10 million; Bombay, 8 million; New Delhi, 6 million; and Madras, 4 million. We were in each of these cites and the population is staggering as you make your way through the city. India is governed as a federated republic and' is a British Commonwealth nation. The capital of India is New Delhi. The country is made up of 22 Union States and 9 Union Territories. India gained independence from Britain in 1947 and became the world’s largest democracy. Rajiv Ghandi replaced his mother, Indira Ghandi as prime minister, , after she was assassinated October 31,1984. India has been crippled by high birth rate, ignorance, prejudice, resistance to change, bureaucratic inefficiency, and corruption as well as the oil price rises since 1974. India faces a future of possible famine and social upheavel. Some areas now are experiencing famine. Seventy-five percent of the population lives in farming areas, comprising some 600,000 small villages. Indian civilization dates to 2500 B.C. British influence began in the seventeenth century and India remained under British rule until 1947. Religious friction between Muslims and Hindus caused Great Britain to make two nations out of British. India — India for the Hindus and a divided Pakistan for the Muslims. The central government of India seeks to guarantee religious liberty in the face* of powerful pressure from Hindu radicals that have obtained the passage of anti-conversion laws in several states. The people of India are 80 percent Hindu, 11 percent Muslim, 2 percent Sikhs, and the rest are broken down into even smaller minority religious groups including a small number of Christians. Hinduism is a religion that is a social system, plus a philosophy as well as a religion that readily absorbs aspects of any religion with which it comes in contact. Philosophical and mystical Hinduism is becoming popular in the western world. India suffers under its fatalism, caste system, millions of holy cows, etc. to its economic and spiritual detriment. The Muslims are an influential minority in Jammu and Kashmir. There are as many Muslims in India as there are in Muslim Pakistan. India is a very hot climate almost year round. The coolest temperatures range from mid 40*s to mid 70*s December through February making this the most preferable time to visit. India’s climate is divided into three basic seasons: Summer, winter and monsoon. The cuisine of India is delicately spiced, exotic or simple food. Each region of India takes pride in specialties. Curry abounds everywhere - meat, chicken, vegetables, fish, cocount, peas, and cottage cheese — the variety is infinite. The meat will most usually be buffalo or mutton. Avoid street stalls and drink bottled drinks only, even in the best hotel and restaurants and never eat salads or fresh cut up fruit. Low prices and the value of the American dollar make India a bargain hunter’s paradise. The artisians are most skillful with textiles and rugs, gems, wood, gold, silver, brass, and copper. Shopping in hotel arcades, smart boutiques or teeming bazaars provides a memorable experience. Bargaining over the price is away of life. Although no inoculations or vaccinations are required I would not go to India without typhoid and cholera protection as well as malaria tablets. Although you will hear much that would discourage one from traveling to India, the ones who have made the journey are glad they went and enjoyed the experiences.

Congressman's Report JOHN HILER

terrorists do best — shedding innocent blood. Would our navy planes have shot down the Egyptian air liner 4f it refused to cooperate? Well, the President neatly dismissed that rhetorical question. “That’s for them to go to bed every night wondering.’’ And are we going to apologize for forcing another nation’s plane down at Sigonella Air Base in Italy? As the President said, “Never.” Since when do you say

you’re sorry when justice is done? From the start, the problem in dealing with terrorism has been the difficulty of grabbing the perpetrators without adding more, innocent victims. > Our message was simple and long overdue: The next time you terrorists, want to grab and harm law abiding people just because their passports read “United States of America,” Think twice. And don’t.