The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 38, Milford, Kosciusko County, 31 October 1990 — Page 4

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., October 31,1990

Editorial

Vote Democratic The election is less than one week away. It’s time for the voting public to get serious about who should be elected and who should not. Kosciusko County has been under the Republican thumb for far too long. We are, therefore, urging voters to cast ballots for Jerry A. Johnson for sheriff and Marcella J. Meredith for county assessor. Other county officials on the ballot in the Lakeland area will be Republicans — all are unopposed. In the township trustee race, only two contests appear in the northern part of the county. Richard D. Mitchell, a Democrat, is unopposed in his bid for the office of Tippecanoe Township Trustee. Ray E. Darr, a Republican, is unopposed in his bid to retain his post in Turkey Creek Township. Dallas Winchester 11, Democrat, and William Durbin, a Republican, are both seeking the office of trustee in Van Buren Township and Beth Krull, a Democrat, and Merle Holden, a Republican, are both seeking the office of trustee in Jefferson Township. We urge voters to cast their ballots for Winchester and Krull. There are few contests for the township board members with Tippecanoe Township being the exception. We urge voters to cast ballots for Democrats Leroy A. Henwood, William E. Metcalf and Robert G. Strombeck. In Van Buren Township, Jean Treesh is seeking to join what has been an all-Republican board for too long. She is the lone Democrat. She is our choice over Robert L. Beer, Harry D. Doty and Robert Pifer. Three of the four will be elected. There is no contest in Turkey Creek Township. In Jefferson Township, five persons are seeking to become board members. We urge people to vote for Rodney Hollar and Devon Moore, Democrats, and then choose from Republicans Nancy Jean Grove, Norman P. Hunsberger and Gregory W. Jackson. Again, three will be elected. Only one town election will appear on the ballot. The residents of Syracuse will name two board members. William L. Cutter, a Republican, is running unopposed in the first ward. Shanda Blue, Democrat, and Sharon Batesla, Republican, are seeking to represent the second ward. We cast our ballot for Blue. Likewise, we are urging voters to cast Democratic ballots for those on the state ballot. Many have said it’s time for a change. Only the voters can insure this change. Cast ballots for Barron P. Hill for US Senate, Joseph H. Hogsett for secretary of state, Ann A. Whaley for auditor of state, Thomas L. New for treasurer of state, Dwayne M. Brown for clerk of the supreme and appellate courts, Timothy J. Roemer for United States Representative. Bill of Righ ts taken for granted? The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights was enacted 200 years ago. Since that time, numerous battles have been fought in the court system to determine just how far those rights should extend. The First Amendment, which guarantees the freedom of speech and expression, may be the most talked about — from Geraldo Rivera to Morton Downey Jr. The First Amendment affects everyone, as we can see in the above editorial. If the amendment didn’t exist, our power to express editorial opinion would be limited. In many third world countries such freedoms don’t exist. Many take such rights for granted. The 1990 election year brings to the forefront the importance of Free Speech in a Free Society. Third District Congressional Candidates John Hiler and Tim Roemer can be accused of many things, but they will never be accused of their disbelief in the First Amendment. With numerous commercials and print advertisements attacking each other on their stands on taxes and their commitments to the people of the third district, the First Amendment is in the forefront each time the television is turned on or a newspaper page is turned. The first frost puts everybody out of humor but the person who is afflicted with hay fever. — “Thistles’’ by W T . E. Groves A busy man will seldom meddle in the affairs of his neighbors for he never has the time. — “Thistles’’ by W. E. Groves A man who fails in his efforts to do things well, is still more of a success than those who never try. — “Thistles” by W. E. Groves

What others say —

It’s about time

Congress finally has summoned the courage to approve a deficit-reduction plan. Like the first plan recommended by President Bush and the congressional leadership of both parties, but shot down in the election-minded House, this finally-approved package isn’t perfect. There is no perfect package, no plan that will please every American, eliminate all inequities and cause no pain. There never was a possibility of a plan that would enable every member of Congress up for re-election this fall to tell the voters that they all are just going to love the governmental cuts and tax increases needed to do something about the sea of red ink that has been neglected for so long. Something had to be done. President Bush had summoned the courage to admit that his lips couldn’t keep moving in the way he mouthed his 1988 campaign slogan of “no new taxes. ” Never was there the possibility that any deficit-reduction package that could pass Congress would have no additional tax revenue. Still, many of the House members, all of whom are up for re-election this year, wanted to tell the voters that there really was a free lunch and no new taxes ever would be required to pay the bills run up during the Reagan administration and added to at a staggering pace in the first two years of the Bush administration. It takes no courage for~cSngressmen or their opponents to tell the people what they want to hear, thapfhere is no need to pay the bills, that there is no need for sacrifice, that some magic way can be found to cut out so much waste that no vital or popular program will have to be trimmed. It does take courage to inform the voters that this country faces some tough economic problems and that there is need for some sacrifice, both in terms of cuts and tax changes. We salute those in Congress with the courage to support at last what needed to be done for the country. Some of them could wind up as former congressmen. And they knew that. That’s why we use the word “courage” to describe those in tough races who knew the risk and risked their re-election chances to do something about the deficit. - THE SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE

Court news

County Court The following persons have paid fines and costs in Kosciusko County Court, Judge James Jarrette presiding : c Possession Os Paraphernalia — Bruce A. Smith, 30, Milford, $lO3. Illegal Consumption — Darren K. Street, no age, Syracuse, $163, K.C.J. 10 days. Circuit Court The following petition has been filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court, Judge Richard Sand presiding: Complaint James Lemburg, Robert Marshall, Kay Gibson, James Gibson, Elizabeth Kuhn, Jay E. Nicholson, George H. Manahan, and Lake County Trust Company versus Harry R. Schwartz, Decatur. Petitioners seek: Count I — to quiet title to described lot; Count II — to quiet title in easement; Count 111 — an injunction enjoining defendant from erecting any structure on described lot which violates easement. Superior Court The following petition has been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Judge Robert Burner presiding: Complaint Indiana Lawrence Bank, North Manchester, versus Brian M. Bowen, PO Box, North Webster. Petitioner seeks $8,132.60, interest, attorney fees, costs. City Court The following fines have been levied and paid in the Goshen City Court: Expired driver's license — Gail C. Searfoss, 38, Syracuse, $54 Expired license plate — Dwight R. Martin, 32, Syracuse, $54. proof shown of valid plate No permit for oversize vehicle — Jhonnie L. Shoopman, 27, Syracuse, $63 Speeding — Douglas W. Twaits. 34, Syracuse, S6B; Mark R. Timpe, 37, Syracuse, S6B Violation of seat belt law — Susan K. Schrader, 39, Milford, $25 Inoperative brakeaway device — Jhonnie L. Shoopman, 27, Syracuse, $63 County Court Goshen Division The following residents have had fines levied and paid in the Elkhart County Court: Speeding — Kevin A. Grindle, 21, Syracuse, SSB; Danny W. Shoopman, 30, Milford, $56, Max A. Grady, 27, Syracuse, $56 Expired plates — Terry L. Scybert, 40, Milford, $54

Letter to the editor'

Parents are to blame

Dear Editor: The Syracuse Town Council has put an end to skateboarding within the town. We understand it was a problem, but that does not give the kids any reason to steal three clothesline props from the clothesline about 10 feet from the house. This happened sometime Thursday, Oct. 18, late at night. The value of the clothesline props is $2.25 each. We feel the parents are the blame for their kids’ actions. Let them do what they want or they don’t listen. Also, the Syracuse Police Department doesn't have

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Driving while intoxicated — Randy J. Morris, 30, address unknown, fined $1,500, $1,200 suspended, plus costs, sentenced to 60 days in jail, license suspended one year; Horacio Hernandez, age and address unknown, sentenced to one year at Indiana Department of Corrections with 120 days good time credit Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Wagaman — Gene E. Wagaman, Brubaker Street, Leesburg, and Janice J. Wagaman, Minn. The couple was married Jan. 3, 1964, and separated May 25,1990. Niebert — Khrystal Leigh Niebert, rural route, Leesburg, and Brian Ray Niebert, rural route, Leesburg. The couple was married July 1, 1989, and separated Oct. 11,1990. There are two minor children. Rinehold — Janet Rinehold, Mishawaka, and Jeffrey E. Rinehold, rural route, Leesburg. The couple was married March 18, 1987, and separated Oct. 16, 1990. Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Jeanne Weirick: Norris-Walker David Paul Norris, 39, rural route. North Webster, and Penny Lynn Walker, 29, rural route, North Webster. Schaefer-Hobbs Eric Allen Schaefer, 20, PO Box. Milford, and Stephanie Lynn Hobbs, 19, PO Box, Milford. Parsons-Adams Shelton Oren Parsons, Jr., 25, rural route,, Leesburg, and Kelli Michelle Adams, 23, rural route, Leesburg. Anderson-Colley Tracy Allen Anderson, 22. rural route, Syracuse, and Lee Ann Colley, 19, rural route, Syracuse. Kirkham-Stratman Brent D. Kirkham, 29, rural route, Leesburg, and Elizabeth A. Stratman, 29. Center Street, Warsaw. Santiago-Tamlin Frank Al Santiago. 26, Emaline Street, Milford, and Lisa A. Tamlin, 21, Emaline Street. Milford. Johnson-Nolan Chester A. Johnson, 28, PO Box, Warsaw, and Leigh Ann Nolan, 18, Main Street, Syracuse. Seekins-Clark Brent E. Seekins, 24, Lakeview Drive, Warsaw', and Glenda M. Clark, 23, rural route, North Webster.

its officers patrolling the area like it should. That’s why places get broken into or other people’s property is vandalized. The crime rate is up. It may get worse than what it is now if the police department doesn’t put a stop to it within the town of Syracuse. S We’ve had "no trespassing" signs up and "beware of dog” for quite sometimer They' do mean what they say or be prosecuted for theft and vandalism by the owner if you get caught. Sincerely, Sam and Roberta Miller

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BETTER LATE than never. The local chamber of commerce golf outing finally teed off three weeks after the original date, having rolled from Thursday to Thursday since October 11, waiting for acceptable weather conditions — guaranteed to test the mettle of co-chairpersons Jerry Rumple and Jeanne Gardiner. Four stalwart teams played the Maxwelton Golf Club course in windy, upper 40s, sunny weather. Two teams dropped out due to the anticipated chill. Shortened to a nine-hole scramble in order to ensure that all returned before temperatures began falling. 17 players completed the course by 2 p.m. and returned to the clubhouse for food, camaraderie and prizes (although some brave souls finished up another nine holes). The first place team was made up of Susie Johnson, Fred Avery, Tim Brissette and Jim Manhart and came in one under par. The second place team parred the course and consisted of Carl Severe. Gary Feasel, Jeanne Gardiner, and Bed Long. The third place team, scoring one over par, consisted of Bill Beemer, Bob Ziller, Char Rule, and Bob Knudsen. Wrapping up the list of stalwarts were Dale Tobias, Floyd Miller, Chad Smyth, Larry Borchelt, and Larry Marshall. Team awards and door prizes were provided by Ace Hardware, American Industries, Ameritrust National Bank, Lake City Bank, Maxwelton Golf Club. Miller's Merry Manor, NIPSCO, Park Pharmacy, United Telephone, and Wawasee Flash Photo. A quick survey of players found a positive response to the concept of a chamber golf outing, however, most requested that it be held earlier in the season (it’s tough to find balls among tree leaves on the course!) There’s talk about creating t-shirts that read, “I survived the chamber outing of 1990” — but we haven’t seen one yet. —JOG—THE PHOTOS at the top of the column not only show the winning team, but some of the fun that the players had during the chamber golf outing last week. s The top photo shows three of the four members of the third place team having a little fun with the windy conditions on the second hole. Char Butler, who is seated around the second hole, is helping to make sure Bill Beemer (shown on the left) sinks the putt. Bob Ziller is shown on the right getting a good laugh. Bob Knudsen is not shown in the photo. The bottom photo shows three members of the winning team — Jim Manhart, Susie Johnson and Fred Avery. Tim Brissette is not shown. DID WE ever goof in last week's column when we asked voters to make note of several changes in locations of precincts in Turkey Creek Township. Precinct Two is not changing its location, as stated last week. ‘Precincts One and Four have changed their locations. Precinct One. which had previously voted in Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church, has moved to Wawasee Golf Club. Precinct Four, which previously voted in the Syracuse Middle School, has been changed to Calvary United Methodist Church, SR I3S.

The American Legion Hall will remain the voting post for Precincts Two and Five; Scout Cabin for Precinct Three, and Conservation Club for Precinct Six. —o— THERE HAVE been some rumors about the addresses changing again. Not so, at least in part, according to Syracuse Postmaster Anthony Rudasics. Some addresses will be changing within the town limits, but only those where it was found the numbers were issued in error. ' In checking addresses, it was found that some even numbered addresses were issued where there should have been odd numbers, errors in directionals, and misnumbering in general. But only those residents who have had these problems will receive new addresses. —o— NOTICE HAS been given to the county commissioners that sealed bids will be received Tuesday, Nov. 20, for replacement of a bridge on Old Road 8, .20 mile west of county line road 1000E. The bridge is over Turkey Creek. The bridge will be replaced with a new box-beam structure measuring 40 feet wide by 32 feet long. No date for construction to begin has been issued, pending notification from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. —o— TICKETS ARE now on sale for the November 16-17 presentation of “Oliver” by students at Wawasee High School. Tickets for the musical can be reserved by contacting the high school office and may be picked up the night of the performance. THERE ARE exceptions to every rule. This is the case of the town street department’s policy of not accepting call-ins for leaf pickup this year. Call-ins will be accepted from senior citizens only. Many of the senior citizens have had problems with raking their leaves only to have children scatter them all over the area before the leaf sweeper gets to that area. Street Superintendent Ron Conley has stated that the department will make a special trip to locations of senior citizens who call, so that the leaves will not need to be re-raked. —o— THE PUBLIC is invited to attend the annual council meeting of the Indiana Lakeland Girl Scout Council Saturday, Nov. 10, in Bethany Church of the Brethren, US 6, west of Syracuse. The morning session will begin at 9 a.m., and feature craft workshops. Following the noon meal, the business meeting will include committee and board reports, including a report from the National Convention held last week in Miami, Fla., and election of board, committee members and officers. LIKE TO dance? The Syracuse Fire Department is sponsoring a Fireman’s Ball on Saturday, Nov. 10, from 8 p.m. until midnight, in the • American Legion Hall, Syracuse. “Sapphire,” a live band, will be providing music for the evening. The evening includes dancing, door prizes, and a raffle. Tickets are available in advance from any fireman or emergency medical technician or may be purchased at the door. WHILE ON the topic of bands, the Lake Area Community Band will be “in concert" on Sunday, Nov. 11. This concert will be at 2:30 p.m. in the Oakwood Park Conference Center, Syracuse. TOWN RESIDENTS are reminded that effective December 1, trash pick-up for those residents utilizing the town’s services will be moved to Mondays. (Continued on page 5)