The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 26 April 1989 — Page 5

"CRUZIN aroundCUSE"

(Continued from page 4) A field technician provides crime scene evidence gathering functions not only for state police officers, but for any other agency requesting assistance. His duties include, but are not limited to: Reconstruction and identification, collection and preservation of physical evidence from crime scenes: transportation, security, disposal and record keeping associated with all types of physical evidence; crime scene photography and photography related to other investigative areas; attending autopsies; and preliminary examination of evidence for establishing a probable cause. The technician also presents physical evidence and other supportive testimony to prosecutors, grand juries and trial courts; conducts forensic training seminars for area police departments; and maintains appropriate records for the proper introduction of evidence in court. —o— SOME OF the achievements of Brian A. Neff, son of Michael and Kay Neff, Syracuse, who has been named Valedictorian for the 1989 Class of Wawasee High School, were left out of last week's article. Neff is president of the National Honor ty, a member of the Academic Hall of Fame, and All-Academic State Swim Team, and was named a National Merit Competition Commended Student. Those memberships and accomplishments listed last week included: a member of WHS Band, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Problem Solving, Varsity Club, Boys' Varsity Swim Team, conference swim champ, sectional swim champ, state swim finalist, school and pool record holder, team captain and an active member of Calvary United Methodist Youth Fellowship. —o—- — FIRE and Emergency Medical Service personnel were busy during the month of April according to a monthly report provided to the Syracuse Town Board of Trustees by Fire

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Calculating the inflation bill

By R. L. KOHLS Purdue University If you have been reading the recent economic news, you know that our economic managers are again concerned about inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI > is often used as a general measure of inflation In 1988, this index increased 4.1 percent from 1987. This was not a great change from the 3.6 percent increase of 1987 from 1986 However, in 1986, price increases were at a very comfortable level of 1.8 percent There have been two years of increasing inflationary levels since then. Moreover, the indications are that increases in the inflation rate are continuing in the early months of 1989 The Federal Reserve Board is the primary agency the nation depends upon to restrain inflation. This group has moved to put the price brakes on The first effect of such action usually is to increase the interest costs of borrowing money.

Many complain of these actions

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Chief Jerry Byrd. There were a total of 55 fire and EMS runs for the month. A break down shows there were 13 fire calls, five in the town limits and eight in the township. EMS runs totaled 28 with six transportation runs. Os the 28 calls there were 17 calls responded to in the town limits and 11 in the township. The fire chief made five courtesy calls during the month and there were eight personal injury accident calls. LAST WEEK the Syracuse Town Board approved partial funding towards the purchase of an 85-foot aerial snorkel fire truck. Fire department officials are still waiting for approval on the other half of the funding from Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board. The truck can be purchased for $40,000, from the Columbus Fire Department. As late as Tuesday morning, the township trustee and advisory board had not acted upon the request. Funds are available for the purchase from the township cumulative fire fund. To purchase a new snorkel, the cost would be $400,000. Fire Chief Jerry Byrd noted the snorkel is a 1967 model with approximately 17,000 miles, was recertified two years ago and is in top condition. The truck, if purchased, would come fully equipped. Why a snorkel? Existing fire equipment cannot be used in fighting fires over 35 feet, which is the height of the highest ladder. This will not reach the top story of condominiums being built in the Turkey Creek Township area. The snorkel will give the fire department the ability to apply overhead water, greatly aiding in fighting many fires. If the snorkel is purchased, mutual aid could be given to fire departments in the area. Warsaw, Bremen, Goshen and Kendallville are the closest fire departments with a snorkel. This piece of equipment could become very beneficial in saving property during a fire.

because if carried too far, the attempts to control inflation may push the economy into severe recession. These observers correctly point out that this is what happened in 1982. That recession was painful to many. What is not remembered is the situation leading up to 1982. Inflation rates had been increasing until by the late '7os the annual rates of increase averaged over 10 percent If allowed to continue, such inflation eventually causes far more damage to an economy than does a short recession. Opinion polls in the late 1970 s and early 1980 s indicated that inflation was viewed as the number one economic problem. Inflation shows its real cost over .time. The CPI index is weighted by the ways we spend our money for items such as food, clothing, housing, transportation and health care. Let's assume that we allocated SI,OOO to these living expenses What would the expenditures cost us after each of the past four decades 7 We could cal the increased expense over previous years the "inflation bill.” For example, we spent

$1 .000 in 1948; how much would it cost us to buy the same amounts of comparable goods and services in 1958? If we allocated SI,OOO in 1958, what would be the bill in 1968'.’ These 10-year inflation bills are shown in he following table: What would it take to buy what SI,OOO bought 10 years earlier? SI,OOO in .. . . 1948 dollars equaled $1,210 in 1958 1958 dollars equaled $1,190 in 1968 . 1968 dollars equaled SI,BBO in 1978 . 1978 dollars equaled $l,BlO in 1988 These data point to an interesting conclusion The inflation bill during the 1950 s and 1960 s of arqund S2OO resulted from an average annual price increase of about 2 percent This is in sharp contrast to the inflation bill of over SBOO for the two decades prior to 1978 During those 20 years, the average price increase was about 6 percent The last 10 years include two very different sit nations. For the years 197? to 1982. the annual inflation rate averaged nearly 10 percent The inflation bill for a decade at this rate of inflation would be,over $1,500 However, for the years 1983 to 1988, the inflation rate average about 3.5 percent The inflation bill for a decade at this rate would be about S3BO This is a sharp reminder of the importance of keeping inflationary price increases under control When the inflation bill is put in this perspective of passing time, the current annual inflationary rates of about 5 percent are clear ly too high Day to-day problems and the risks of having a job and paying the bills are great enough without the extra bill of the inflation caused decline in the purchasing power of the dollar

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Letters to the editor

Teachers do care about children

Dear Editor: I'm writing in response to the recent letters criticizing our area teachers and schools. Certainly, as in any profession, there are less than desirable teachers. Just like most parents (which many teachers are), teachers get overly tired, lose their patience, and even their tempers. Every day they work with children and teens who come from nearly impossible home situations — abuse, neglect, chemically dependent parents (drugs and alcohol), and immoral lifestyles. There are less obvious factors such as lack of disciple, lack of affection, poor nutrition, inadequate rest, etc There are days when it's difficult to keep a child's attention because they are too tired, too hungry or too upset to concentrate. If a child is having problems academically, the first person blamed is the teacher. Often it is discovered that the parents spend very little time working with the child. Parents can improve a child's learning by reading to them and listening to them read,

Ned Speicher is one of the best

Dear Editor: We want to pay tribute to one of the finest educators a school system could ever be privileged to employ. Ned Speicher has dedicated his adult life to caring for students as well as staff, focusing on what is best for them. We have viewed, not only during school hours but also at extra curricular activities, his attempts to reach out to the hurting students. He strives to appreciate the whole of the individual as seen in not only promoting the physical part, such as healthy competition

'B9 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner to feature Arkansas governor

Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton will be the featured speaker for the annual .Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner in Indiana polls. Serving as hosts for the June 3 dinner will be Governor Evan Bayh, Lieutenant Governor Frank O'Bannon and Secretary of State JoeHogsett “It's wonderful to have Governor Clinton coming to Indiana for the Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner," said Indiana Democratic Party Chairman Michael Pan nos. "It's going to be a night of celebration for all Hoosier Democrats. With the dinner being held on a Saturday, it will be a great opportunity for folks from all over the state to enjoy the din ner and stay overnight in the capital city." Wolkins postpones town meeting State Representative David Wolkins (R Winona Lake) an nounced earlier this week that he is postponing a town meeting to be held Saturday, April 29, in Cromwell Community Center because the General Assembly is expected to be in session that day. Wolkins said he will try to reschedule the meeting for a later date "I regret that the meeting has to be cancelled, but my first duty as a representative is to be on hand to cast votes for my const i tuents,” said Wolkins. When the meeting was schedul ed, the legislature was expected to finish its work April 28, but time constraints have pushed the last day to April 29 Wolkins said it is unusual for the legislature to meet on a Saturday Wolkins encouraged any citizens who planned to talk to him at the town meeting to write to him at the Statehouse. In dianapolis, Ind 46204. or call 1 800-382 9841

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practicing spelling lists, drilling math facts, and reviewing and correcting homework. Disciple "must” begin at home. Teachers cannot see and hear everything that goes on. There are times — recess, study hall, or in the cafeteria — when one or two adults may be super vising more than 100 students Also, very frequently when a child is disciplined by the teacher, the child shows very little respect for the teacher Unfor tunately, many children are taught this disrespect at home. Yes. there are people in the teaching profession with problems (I wish as much as anyone that there were not) There are some students and families with problems. There are also many kids who come from loving, stable and secure family situations One of the most important responsibilities of a teacher is to treat each child, age six or 16. as that special person he or she is and help them to become their best. No, I am not a teacher. I am an instructional assistant in an area

of sports, but also emphasizing the intellectual aspect. He created the Academic Hall of Fame and the Academic Help Room, both as incentives' to motivate students to strive to reach their maximum potential. While principal at the Milford school, he added the Gifted and Talented Program He also solicited funds from individuals as well as service organizations to help with medical, dental and counseling needs of students. In 1979 the Milford community recognized his value as evidenc-

Clinton, the chairman of the Democratic Governors’ Association, is the 42nd governor of Arkansas. He served as chairman of the National Governors' Association from August 1986 through August 1987. He currently serves as chairman of the National Governors' Association's Task Force on Children. In a 1986 Newsweek poll. Clinton was selected by his fellow governors as one of the five most effective governors in the nation.

Wolkins to fight for CHOICE

Representative Dave Wolkins (R Winona Lake) vowed recently to continue his support of House Bill 1186 (CHOICE) and the S4O million earmarked in that bill for various home health care services for disabled and elderly Jeanne Gardiner elected to BMA board of directors The Indiana Chapter. Bank Marketing Association has elected Jeanne Gardiner. Marketing Officer for the State Bank of Syracuse, to its Board of Directors for 1989-1990 The Indiana Chapter's mission is to provide high quality educational and informational support to enhance the contribution of its individual membership to their respective organizations The; Bank Marketing Association is an affiliate of the American Bankers Association y Gardiner has been actively involved with the IBMA for the past ten years, having served as newsletter editor and chairman of its advertising awards event Knock, knock No opportunity is ever lost The other person takes those you miss . — Bulldozer. San Bruno

schooi and am privileged to work with a dedicated and caring staff I also have children in school Our teachers do care about the kids They spend a lot of time in preparation, working with those who need extra help, proving ex tra activities for those who need challenged, working with extra curricular activities for those with special interests; the list goes on Parents, it’s time to work with your children's teachers instead of against them. Just as I have little idea what all a doctor, farmer, or factory worker does, most peo pie have very little idea vVhat all a teacher actually experiences in the course of a week "Walk a mile in my shoes . ." There are many ways you can be involved in the school and get getter acquainted with the staff Try attending activities, volunteering in the classroom, join your local parent/teacher organization, be a room parent Please think before you criticize, and try supporting us instead. Thank you Proud to teach!

ed by his being selected as Citizen of the Year. While space does not allow a listing of all of his contributions, we want to publicly acknowledge that not only are we aware of them, but appreciate him — an individual who will be greatly missed. We salute Wa-Nee Corporation for realizing his value and adding him it its staff. We wish our corporation wisdom in seeking a replacement. Fondly, Appreciative citizens of the Wawasee community

In 1987, U.S. News and World Report selected him as one of the nation's best governors. Clinton earned his bachelor's degree from Georgetown University He was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and earned his law degree from Yale University in 1973. In 1978, he was elected to his first term as governor at the age of 32 He was defeated in his bid for re-election in 1980 but returned to office in 1982, and was re-elected in 1984 and 1986

Hoosier citizens, "Only nine counties enjoy the benefits of CHOICE right now," Wolkins said "We need to offer it in more counties. This is an alternative to nursing homes, something the people of Indiana need and want." As a pilot program. CHOICE (Community and Home Options to Institutional Care for the Elderly and Disabled) offers home care services for the elder ly and disabled enabling them to remain in their own homes as an alternative to nursing homes It is administered by the State Department of Human Services and is operating in nine Indiana counties

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Always asking for donations

Dear Editor Why is it that every time you turn around. Wawasee Communi ty School Corporation is always asking for donations? This is regarding the “Freshmen Welcome " I was asked to go around to different businesses and parents to get donations of paper cups, napkins, candy bars, cookies, etc Then my incoming freshman brought a letter home saying food and drinks will be available at a reasonable cost So what they are saying is that the students will be paying for the refreshments that their parents already donated Makes sense, huh? Ha ! I know that the freshmen have to make money for their class,

Disturbances

Dear Editor: It has come to my attention that I have caused a few "disturbances" because of obeying the Biblical command to not be a part of the "darkness" of those who have the religion that causes one to "turn the other cheek", "go the second mile" and who are persecuted for being righteous, but instead expose it (Ephesians 5:3-14). Such actions of mine should come to an end after the events of this past Sunday in front of a local "meeting place". It seems that several dozen of the faithful who are "filled with the Spirit of God", have prayed away the "devil", who, they say, has been responsible for my evil actions of "protesting" the sins of the saints to a world that believes them to be "God's children" (John 8-44; 1 John 3:10). The faithful have asked their God to "throw out the devil in me". One would think that the "power" that leads, guides, and directs me would have little chance to continue to have me do things that disturb the sinners of Christianity. It was one against

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but give me a break! They aren't freshmen yet This is supposed to be a "welcome" to them As a business owner and parent, a day doesn't go by without someone asking for donations of some kind Don't get me wrong, I'd be willing to volunteer or donate to any worthwhile, cause, and I have, but after awhile it gets old My point is that WSC can spend millions of dollars on new buddings and give pay raises but they can't spend a little of the taxpayers' money for refreshments. What a joke! Come oh Wawasee School Corp . loosen up and spend some of our money on the students! Marilyn Bray PS. Yes. I donated!

dozens of praying Christians. (It wasn't "jibberish" either! They made it so clear. They, asked their god to get rid of the devil who uses me to disturb them!) Only time will tell if their prayers were getting through to God (John 9:31). Why is it that they get so disturbed when they see someone who wants no part of their "darkness" but exposes it instead? (A Bible Command!) If those who "go the second mile" and "turn the other cheek" had a secure religion, how could anything disturb them? It will be so interesting for me to see if their god has paid any attention to their many prayers. Will I give up my antagonizing of those who "walk as Christ walked" and take up my old dead "sin habit"? Will 1 stegl, cheat, hate, be violent towards those who don't agree with "my way", or be a bit immoral again 9 Will the god that Richard Rhodes (and company) prayed to pay any attention to their requests? Cordially, Robert Stichter

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