The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 23, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 July 1988 — Page 4

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., July 20,1988

Editorial

Once upon a time Once upon a time there was an individual who lived in a town and spent all his money away from home. He was sure he could take care of himself and his town didn’t need anything from him. After a few years, his business wasn’t as good as he had hoped it would be, his friends didn’t seem to think he was quite as important as he thought he was, and trade seemed to pass by his door. He began to watch his competitor, who was an intelligent advertiser, a contributor to the public purse, a man eager to give his time and thought to community projects and a believer in the fact that it pays to keep money at home. He continued to wonder why some of his old customers went to the competitor and why almost everyone had the idea he was a. tightwad, but that his competitor was a public-spirited leader of community life. -EC No help needed In a lawsuit this month by the surviving husband of a wife who died of lung cancer after forty years of cigarette smoking, the tobacco company being sued admitted 40 million Americans have stopped smoking. And — that ninety-five percent of these former addicts stopped themselves, without outside help. Millions of others, mostly young people, and more girls than boys, have taken up the habit and addiction, but not as many as have quit. That’s why cigarette smoking in the U.S. is on the decline. The cigarette companies go after the young, mostly young women (this is a form of liberation!), but more continue to quit than commercials and ads lure into starting. The intriguing figure in these statistics is the 95 percent estimate by tobacco companies of those who have quit without outside help. This is a surprisingly high majority percentage, in view of all we hear about stop-smoking pills, candies, toys, hypnosis, etc., etc. It confirms what many have known all along: Breaking cigarette (nicotine) addiction requires only will power and determination. No special aids or programs or gurus are needed for the overwhelming majority. They stop because they are smart enough to realize it’s stupid to endanger their health and life, and those them, with this addiction. The paper shufflers Paper shuffling is the most overworked news act in television. The first TV newsman who decided he looked busy, or business-like, or news-like, by shuffling papers at the end of a newscast (camera still on him) started something big. They all do it now, even those who have been reading from tele-prompters. It’s surprising how standard the format for local evening news is on the nation’s television stations. Usually four sit at a news desk. The weather chap, sports chap and one or two news people. The news people guffaw and giggle at each other’s jibes and cute remarks, Showing their best smiles. Sometimes the remarks even make sense. They all sit there the full half hour and are there at the end, even though the weather and sports commentators have only a few minutes on camera. Constantly interrupting are the commercials, which take up almost as much time as the news, and each commentator invariably asks listeners to “stay with us” when commercials interrupt. Why four at a desk? Why not each in his or her turn on the air alone, after which each, when finished, is off camera. Why not one or two good commentators to do it all? Weather and sports aren’t all that complicated; among the four, they’re reporting only about twenty minutes. Veteran newspaper reporters do more reporting in a single day than TV commentators in a week. But then, newspaper reporting isn’t also show biz. The hair needn’t be just right, etc. On work a While work can be bothersome and a nuisance, it’s a mistake to consider it an evil. The opportunity to work for advancement is one of the prized liberties of civilization. Satisfaction that comes from work well performed is one of the basic motivations and pleasures. ' While it may be advisable for many to slow the hectic pace of modern business, it’s often a mistake for workers to fully “retire” in the blissful expectation of a joyful existence until death. In many cases the grim reaper then arrives earlier than anticipated. There’s evidence to support the belief that the early visitation is, in part, induced bysa radical loss of work and drive in the victim’s mode of life.

What others say — Why Lloyd Bentsen ? Michael Dukakis chose Lloyd Bentsen for the not so original but incontrovertibly sound reason that the lanky, presidential-looking Texas senator gives the ticket the best shot at winning. Bentsen has beat George Bush before — in the 1970 U.S. Senate race. Bentsen won with 53 percent of the vote. Some political observers say nobody can rattle Bush as much as Bentsen. Bentsen adds much to the ticket. First and foremost, he’s a very capable, personable man. He’s known for thinking carefully about his views before speaking. If he’s ever called upon, he’s probably as competent to run the country as any vice president we’ve had in office since the early days of the Republic. His views give him appeal with conservative Democrats who need to be wooed back to the party. Bentsen is a conservative on economics and defense, a moderate on most other issues, including civil rights. As a Southerner, his selection challenges Bush in his adopted home state of Texas and in the South, generally where the vice president is considered the strongest Democrats hope Republicans will have to give less attention to the Midwest where the race is bound to be close. Bentsen brings experience in national government and foreign affairs — which the Massachusetts governor lacks. As Senate Finance chairman, Bentsen is respected for his political skills. He has that knack much prized among legislators — knowing when to compromise. / Bentsen’s often been asked to be the party spokesman, although nobody would accuse Bentsen of being an exciting speaker. His greatest liability to the ticket is that he’s been heavily bankrolled by the oil industry. Bentsen’s greatest test now is to sell himself to the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s constituency. That won’t be easy. Dukakis failed to let Jackson know in advance of the selection of Bentsen. That served to underscore the disappointment of blacks with the - r . . But otherwise give Dukakis high marks for a shrewd decision. The choice of Bentsen improves the party’s chances of victory. — THE FORT WAYNE JOURNAL GAZETTE

Court news

County Court The following persons have paid fines and costs in Kosciusko County Court, Judge James Jarrett presiding: No Boating Registration — Ricki L. Gessinger, 27, Leesburg, S6O. Operating Near Shore — Ted T. Tobin, 26, Syracuse, S6O. Speeding—John A. Cannon, 24, Syracuse, $65; Beth A. Beer, 25, Milford, $65; Kenneth M. Downing, 33, Syracuse, S6O; Pamela A. Harman, 34, Leesburg, $65; Neal H. Germonprez, 21, North Webster, $80; Kimberly D. Adams, 17, Syracuse, $80; Nancy J. Tubbs, 30, Leesburg, SBO. Expired Plates — Daryl Lee Gans, 27, Syracuse, S6O. Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Jeanne Weirick: Ford-Shartzer William L. Ford, 46, r 6 box 188, Syracuse, and Joanne M. Shartzer, 49, r 6 box 188, Syracuse. Kruger-Dunno Ronald Kent Kruger, 25, r 1 box 118, Francesville, and Janet Lynn Dunno, 28, r 4 box 272, Syracuse. Smith-Atwood Greg Allan Smith, 30, box 367, Syracuse, and Amanda Margaret Atwood, 21, South Carolina. The following couples have filed for a marriage license in Elkhart County Court: Gardner-Hibschman Harland Dean Gardner, Jr., 24, 72096 CR 29, Syracuse and Janet Sue Hibschman, 18, 71957 CR 35, Syracuse Marriage Dissolutions The following couple has filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Messick — Mabel M. Messick, Leisure Living Apartments, Milford, and James C. Messick, 911 N. Fifth St., Goshen. The couple was married June 3,1988, and separated July 1,1988. Petitioner seeks restoration of former name. The following marriage dissolution has been granted in Elkhart County Courts: Circuit Court Sarmiento — John W. Sarmiento, 803 W. Mill St., Apt. 3, Bremen and Kathleen H- Sarmiento, ad-

Searching, destroying marijuana plants

The Indiana State Police and Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc. are actively searching for and destroying marijuana plants throughout Indiana as part of the 1988 Marijuana Eradication Program. Also joining forces to support the program is the Indiana Future Farmers of America as a vehicle of awareness and reporting. The FFA members, ranging from 14 to 21, will help to broaden the base of support for the program to Indiana’s youth. Although FFA members will not be active in searching for and destroying the plants, they will be available as contacts should citizens need to report growing activity. The program is being aggressively implemented now in an effort to decrease the amount of plants available at harvest time in the fall. Spraying the plants with chemical 2-4-D seems to be the best method to destroy Hordyk joins CTB Ed Hordyk has joined ChoreTime/Brock International as international marketing nanager, according to Carmon Wenger, president of the Milford, Indianabased firm. Chore-Time/Brock International is a division of CTB Inc. and is responsible for the international sales and distribution of CTB products. CTB is the parent corporation for Brock Manufacturing and Chore-Time Equipment, all of which are headquartered at Milford. Hordyk’s new responsibilities include review and analysis of various markets, and promotionnnand sales of poultry, livestock and grain handling equipment. He will also be responsible for working with international representatives in various countries on sales, product training and market development activities. Hordyk comes to CTB from Big Dutchman where he served as international sales manager for three years. Hordyk, his wife Carol, and their family will continue to reside in Cedar Springs, Mich. Brock manufactures and markets a complete line of feed, grain and industrial storage and handling equipment and accessories. Chore-Time Equipment offers automated equipment for the care and feeding of poultry, swine, dairy and horses.

dress unknown. The couple married June 11,1985 and separated June 9,1986. Small Claims The following judgements have been awarded in Small Claims Division, Kosciusko County Court, Judges James Jarrett presiding: Ronald D. Walker vs Donald F. Roop. Plaintiff awarded $2,392.80 plus costs. Wilbur Smith vs Peter Sideris. Plaintiff awarded $730.50 plus costs. Warsaw Family Restaurant, Inc. vs Teresa Warner. Plaintiff awarded $39.85 plus costs. L. Investments vs Pat Fuller. Plaintiff awarded $52 plus costs. Wawasee Community School Corporation vs Tom and Bonnie Webb. Plaintiff awarded $64.24 plus costs. Wawasee Community School Corporation vs Debbie Pace. Plaintiff awarded $144.15 plus costs. • Gerhard E. vs Robin L. Elder and Kelly Elder. Plaintiff awarded $965.40 plus costs. Sweet Temptations, Harold Schapson vs Charles Roberts. Plaintiff awarded $88.64 plus costs. Judy A. Brown vs W. John Noffsinger. Plaintiff awarded $1,200 plus costs. Judy A. Brown vs Willie D. Green. Plaintiff awarded S4B plus costs. Superior Court The following petitions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Judge Robert Burner presiding: Complaint For Eviction Jack Mason, no address given, versus Dennis Smith and Deann Smith, r 1 box 266 X-1, Syracuse. Petitioner seeks possession of property against the defendants, back payments and costs. County Court Goshen Division The following fines plus court costs have been levied and paid in the Elkhart County Court, Goshen Division: Speeding — Delaine S. Harris, 19, Syracuse, $56; Jonathon D. Mishler, 17, Syracuse, $63; Patrick T. McDonald, 17, Syracuse, $63; Clark A. Schieler, 21, Milford, S6B; Tom G. McClain, 54, Syracuse, $63; Jose F. Carrillo, 16, Milford, SSB Operating on expired license — Glen E. Miller, 27, Syracuse, $54

the plants. In a matter of hours, the plants start to wither and die. The spray poses no health hazard and is one that farmers presently use for weed control. According to Indiana State Police Superintendent Lany D. Furnas, “Marijuana eradication efforts have been highly successful as previously eradicated plots are producing fewer plants than last year.” “As long as marijuana grows wild in Indiana, or the crop is cultivated by drug dealers, we plan to aggressively continue this program,” said Furnas. One major problem is that marijuana seeds can lay dormant for seven years according to Purdue University research. Such research further emphasizes the need for a long term eradication program. Plants may grow in areas that farmers never had problems before. “Farmers are concerned about wild marijuana and may not know it is on their farm,” says Harry L. Pearson, president of Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc. “Color leaflets showing what the marijuana plant lodes like are being distributed. Probably the most important thing is that they (farmers) don’t want their children exposed to this drug,” states Pearson. Citizens can help reduce drug abuse in Indiana by reporting marijuana growth to local Indiana State Police posts, county Farm Bureau offices or Future Farmers of America chapters. The drought conditions that the state is presently experiencing have somewhat curtailed this year’s marijuana growth,- but, regardless of the size of the plants, their eradication still is a priority.

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of the Syracuse-Milford Road about IM? miles west of Syracuse and proves that even the drought conditions djdn’t dry up the human instinct for fun/ WITH ALL the political issues being heatedly discussed, what do we hear from the Syracuse Case? Terry Skaggs, creating a lively debate about golf shirts. According to Bob Troutman, “official” golf shirts have pockets on the right breast — and no one except golfers should wear them. Bob Jones has been tapped to research the situation. i ■/] I ebbpb * S / I | BEAUTIFICATION, IT’S everywhere. The latest project is the proper setting of the home that Larry Weaver and crew moved from Boston Street to its new location across from Kern Road on the Syracuse-Milford Road. The crew is putting in a foundation and adding utilities, preparing it to be a “home” again. FUNCTIONAL BEAUTIFICATION is being prepared by the Syracuse Library Board and its newly formed building committee. They met Monday night for the first time as a group to discuss the findings of the three-year process of community survey, research and architectural proposal. Funding of the 6,249 square foot addition — which will include the new museum and a . community meeting room — will take top priori- \ ty at the next meeting, scheduled for August 15 at 7:30 p.m. Various methods of funding were briefly discussed, including community solicitation and matching grants, and floating a bond issue for the estimated $950,072 expansion. Members of the library board include Charles Koser, president; Karen Tranter, vice president (absent); Virginia Ditmer, secretary; John Naab, treasurer; Father David Hyndman; Billie Rigdon; Jack Elam; Louis Immel; Shanda Blue; Bonnie Bjella, children’s librarian; and Roselyn Jones, librarian. The building committee members present were Ed Harting, Bill Beemer, George Bushong, Ray Buhrt, Ralph Thornburg, Dave Cates, Alan Tehan, and Jeanne Gardiner. JUST THE fax, ma’m. If you have ever needed, from time to time, to get printed information to someone fast, but didn’t want to invest in the telephone-connected fax machine, J A Business Service has added a service that just may help. They recently installed a fax machine and are offering incoming and outgoing services to local businesses and individuals. One can already see that the local police department might make good use of this for sending and receiving photos of “wanted” criminals! One is only limited by imagination on uses here. CONGRATULATIONS GRANT Kruse, new owner of the former Vintage Instant Print — to the renamed Syracuse Printing. Kruse, who has been a part of the operations for several years, recently purchased the business from Tim Ringler. Ringler, long fascinated by computers, is concentrating his energies with Gordon Medlock’s Syracuse-based company, Computer Design. WHERE ARE they now? Shelly Harting Ladwig (WHS class of 1979), after several years with Knight-Ridder Newspapers, has formed her own market research company with a friend, Anne S. Aldrich. Both have earned their stripes as market research managers with the newspaper. They are located in Fort Wayne and call their company Harting-Stilson. A POOL party and picnic, given by Mrs.

Lloyd (Lucy) Kammerdiener for the children she babysits and their parents was happily attended by 11 of her “kids” and company last Wednesday evening. The group dined on ham-, burgers and hot dogs. Guests included: Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hill and children, Anthony and Emily, North Webster; Mr. and Mrs. Tom Patterson and children, Becky and Cody, Milford; Mrs. Bill Hasse and Julia; Mrs. Mike Sheline and Jackie; Mrs. John Conway and children, Mathew and Kelli; Mrs. Steve Yoder and Aaron; Mrs. Judy Deck and Jennifer and Mr. Jeff Bronsing; Mr. and Mrs. Rolland Gardner and Lee; Mrs. Tonda Hewitt and Lisa; Miss Cathy Kammerdiener and Miss Amy Kammerdiener, all of Syracuse. STEVEN AND Cheryl Snyder returned to their desks Monday after a week’s vacation of kicking back and enjoying their lakeside hoine. THE RESIDING is nearing completion on the home of Ed and Sharon Batesla on Pearl Street. More beautification! SOME CHANGES at the Wawasee Community School Administration office. Karen Smith, who served as board secretary and administration secretary, has riioved to the Syracuse Elementary School. This move is mandated by the ruling that states that husband and wife may not work together in the administration offices, and Henry Smith has returned to academia as the new assistant superintendent for instruction. Sue Craft, former receptionist, replaces Mrs. Smith and Ann Dahlstrom moves from the high school to become Mr. Smith’s secretary. B '' I /WSIB U ioF > •/ SUB ANOTHER POOL party came as a complete surprise to Donna Conder of Leisure Pools when a large hairy ape came lurching in to her store last Thursday (her birthday) bearing a set of blue balloons (her favorite color), hugged her and then hopped into one of her display spas. It was a hot day and one could scarcely fault him on that — nor would anyone want to stop him! “ATILLA”, THE ape, was invited as a special “thank you” to Donna for the early birthday present that this writer received after the pool store owner learned that she had purchased an above ground pool elsewhere than from her friend. We received a bathing cap (for deep water dives), a duck with built-in thermometer (for testing the waters), noseplugs (that can be personalized), a “nonliving” sign, and a sign that reads, “God Bless our Pool—our only liquid asset”. Then, ten people were invited to drop by that evening for a surprise pool party. They came roaring up the driveway with their horns blaring — to And that the illustrious pool was simply an 8-foot diameter round galvanised horse tank! But, we have fun... and get the last laugh once in a while! (Continued on page 5)