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Holiday spirit makes an early appearance in Adams County BY MARK CARPENTER PEOPLE’S DEFENDER A chilly but seasonal Saturday evening welcomed hundred of guests, young and old, to the lawn in front of the Adams County Courthouse for the sixth annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. Though the lighting was the highlight of the evening, many other activities took place around the courthouse as a dose of holiday spirit made its way to the county over the Thanksgiving weekend. Work from local kitchens got the day off to a “tasty” start with a Christmas, with a Christmas Cookie Contest for youth and adults. The overall winner was Melissa Grooms, while the adult winners were: First Placejen Matthews, Second Place- Pat Stevens, and Third Place- Jessica McCann. In the youth category, first place went to Blake Grooms, second place went to the combined efforts of Kirsten Burns and Myah James, while third place went to Connor Grooms. With the chilly air, a Chili Cookoff seemed appropriate and the winners were: First Place- Pat Stevens, Second Place- Becky Lewis, and Third Place- Mary Banks. As daylight drifted away,
Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony took place on Saturday, Nov. 26 as part of an Adams County Christmas in downtown West Union. The jolly old fellow from the North Pole made a quick stop in West Union on Saturday night and with his Wickerham brothers-Dan, smiles to the faces of those the always popular Liberty usual smile and laugh, listened intently to the Bill, and Mark, lifelong resiin attendance, as did the Band gathered in front of appearance on one float of a dents of Adams County and Christmas wishes of youngsters from all over the the courthouse and entercounty. the sons of John and Carol tained the assembling crowd certain jolly old fellow in a Wickerham of West Union, with their version of holiday red suit. The Fairview wanted to find under their stairs where awaiting them and three men committed to was the big man from the Community Church was favorites, followed by fortree on Christmas morning. making the Adams County awarded Best of Parade for mer Adams County One of the final events of North Pole, who had taken community a better place to their float entry. Commissioner Stephen the evening was an Ugly time out of what surely has live. With the flip of a After the parade, the Caraway, resplendent in a Sweater Contest, with the to be a busy schedule, to switch, the tree was lit for all stop and listen to the many holiday red blazer, took over crowd's attention turned to winners being Kelli Begley, to enjoy during the 2016 the courthouse lawn again the emcee duties for the Vacilya Begley, and Sophie Christmas wishes that were Christmas season. for the annual tree lighting annual Christmas parade abundant. Some youngsters Johnson. The festivities did not end hopped right into Santa's ceremony. As the countdown Main Street in West (Look for more photos there, as the young people down from 10 concluded, Union. The holiday spirit from the Adams County lap, while others were a bit began to gravitate towards filled the streets as floats and the honor of lighting this Christmas on Page B9.) more hesitant, but all got the corner of the courthouse year's tree went to the decorated vehicles brought their chance to tell what they
DP&L considers closing power-generating plants in county Aging equipment, green energy point to job losses in region BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE'S DEFENDER Dayton Power & Light is still considering closing its two coal-fired powergenerating stations in Adams County. “DP&L is involved in ongoing discussions in an effort to resolve the company's market-driven financial challenges,” DP&L spokeswoman Mary Ann Kabel wrote in a recent email. “In some of these discussions, various parties have raised the subject of the closure of the Killen and Stuart Stations.” A final decision is expected early next week. Company officials report the energy provider's Electric Security Plan (ESP), filed
with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) in February, was an effort to balance consumer costs against the company's balance sheet. “Right now, DP&L is concerned that customers are not assured price stability and a reliable energy future,” said Tom Raga, DP&L President and Chief Executive Officer. “A combination of short-term market conditions and new environmental regulations has placed DP&L’s fully environmentallycompliant plants at risk for premature closure. Our plan keeps Ohio power plants operating, protects our customers from price volatility, and provides fuel-diversity all while preserving Ohio’s jobs and tax base.”
INDEX Obituary: A2 Editorial: A4 Sports: B1-B2 Classifieds: B4-B7
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County Auditor David Gifford said. “We depend on them for tax dollars, and jobs, and they are a
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Two animal cruelty cases investigated in Adams County Humane Society rescues seven horses, 17 dachshunds BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE'S DEFENDER An Adams County woman is being charged with cruelty to animals after eight horses in various stages of neglect and starvation were found on her farm in the West Union area. Acting on an anonymous tip, the Adams County Humane Society, in cooperation with the Ohio SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) removed seven of the horses from the property after a search warrant was served on the owner. The horses were removed and taken to an undisclosed location by the Ohio SPCA. “The horses were all in bad shape,” said Humane Agent Melissa Downs. “The eighth horse died before rescue workers could remove it, and the rest were taken to an undisclosed location where they received veterinary care.” According to Downs, the horses were in living in very poor conditions. “Bringing them back to a state of good health is going to be a long, drawn out
process,” she said. “Sometimes people just don't understand what goes into taking care of an animal.” Downs said it would require several thousand dollars to provide proper care for the horses. Anyone wishing to contribute to their care may do so by contacting the Human Society at (937) 544-8585 or by sending a check payable to the Adams County Humane Society at P.O. Box 245 in West Union. Charges are also pending from a separate case last month when Downs responded to a complaint that several dogs had been abandoned in a residence in the Rome area. “We were alerted that the people had vacated the home and left the animals behind,” she said. “There were 20 dachshunds and dachshund mixes and they were all in very bad condition when we arrived, some were almost skeletal.” According to Downs, investigators found one deceased dog in the house.
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An Adams County woman is being charged with cruelty to animals after eight horses in various stages of neglect and starvation were found on her farm in the See Animals/ A5 West Union area.
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OBITUARY
A2 West Union People’s Defender
Edsel L. Massey, Jr.
Edsel Lewis Massey, Jr., 64 years of Peebles, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, in Cincinnati. Edsel was born April 30, 1952 in Portsmouth, the son of the late Edsel Massey, Sr., and Zetta Cosner Massey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandchildren. Edsel served his country in the US Army. He also worked as a manager of the Certified service station. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Perdue Massey, whom he married on Feb. 24, 1982. He is also survived by one
Jamie L. Corrill
daughter, Barbara Cinnamon, of Rogersville, Tenn.; one stepdaughter, Kathy Johnson of Toledo; two brothers, Wesley Massey of Maryland, and Andy Massey of Boston, Mass.; three sisters, Sharon Lee of Peebles, Iva Jean Massey, and Kella Massey; and nine grandchildren. According to Edsel's wishes, he is to be cremated. A gathering of family and friends is planned for Dec. 4, from 12:30- 3 p.m. at 37 Diamond Street in Peebles. Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.
Jamie L. Corrill age 50 years of West Union, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2016 at his residence. Mr. Corrill was born on Sept. 19, 1966 the son of Larry and
Betty Beam
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Betty Beam, 85 years of Winchester, passed away on Thursday Nov. 24, 2016 at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center in Seaman. She was born in Brown County on Dec. 9, 1930, the daughter of the late William and Eva Mae “Billie” (Kinnett) Moss. Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Paul Beam on April 5, 2005; sister Bobbie Davis; and step-father, Roy “Mack” McElfresh. Betty was a member of the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church and taught Sunday school. Betty is survived by her two daughters, Brenda
(Ronnie) Shupert of Seaman and Debbie Beam of Winchester; two sons, Dennis (Rhonda) Beam of Winchester and Mike (Cindy) Beam of Peebles; eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday Nov. 28, 2016 at the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church with burial following at the Cherry Fork Cemetery. Friends called from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 27, 2016 at the WallaceThompson Lewis-Sullivan Funeral Home. Donations can be made to the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 107 Cherry Fork, OH 45618.
Helen N. McKee Hiestand passed away Nov. 27, 2016. Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and was a faithful and devoted disciple of Christ our Lord. She was born on Jan. 4, 1944, to the late Elmer and Tressa (Graham) McKee and grew up in California. Helen later married Ed Hiestand and after several moves as an Air Force family, they moved back to Hillsboro. Helen was involved in local politics, and retired from federal service after working for Congressmen Bob McEwen, Frank Cremeans, and Rob Portman.
She was a dedicated member of First United Methodist Church, singing in the Chancel Choir. Her spiritual journey led her to serve with the Wilmington Area Walk to Emmaus, and later as a year round volunteer for Samaritan’s Purse through Operation Christmas Child. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Ed Hiestand; children, Joe (Moira) Hiestand and Janis (Mike) Halteman; grandchildren Drew and Cara Hiestand and Avery Halteman; sister, Wanda (Owen) Crump of Texas; nieces Scarlett (Scott) Bromley of New Mexico and Deborah Cavanaugh of Texas and nephew Joe (Anne) Garrett of Maryland. She will be deeply missed by all. A celebration of life service will be held at Hillsboro First United Methodist Church on Dec. 11, 2016, at 4 p.m. Thompson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hillsboro First United Methodist Church Memorial Fund.
Helen N. Hiestand
Edsel Lewis Massey Jr.
age 64 of Peebles died unexpectedly on November 22, 2016 at Cincinnati Hospital. Proceeding him in death was his parents; Edsel and Zetta Massey. Surviving are his wife; Brenda and their children and grandchildren; two brothers; Wess Massey of Virginia, Andy Massey of Massachusetts, three sisters; Sharon Lee of Peebles, Billy Jean of West Virginia and Kella of New Zealand. He was a 1970 graduate of Peebles. Served in U.S. Army and worked for N & W Rail Road. He will be sent to the cremation and no special services will be held.
Joyce (Lee) Corrill in West Union. Survivors include his parents, Larry and Joyce Corrill of West Union; two daughters, Rachel Baker of Sardinia and Kaitlyn Corrill of Milford; brother John Corrill and wife Mitzi of Winchester; three grandchildren, Riley, Aiden, and Stella; and a nephew Kyle Corrill. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home, with Delmar Smith officiating, following cremation. Visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to the Hospice of Hope.
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Jeffrey L. Heppard
Jeffrey L. Heppard, 54 years of Peebles, passed away Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016, at his residence. Jeffrey was born March 8, 1962, in Peebles, the son of the late Robert Heppard
and Arlene Hoag Heppard. According to Jeffrey's wishes, he is to be cremated. Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.
Reverend Walter R. Egnor, Sr., 78, of Stout, formerly of Dayton, passed away at his home on Friday, Nov. 25, 2016. He was born Feb. 16, 1938 in Whitley County, Ky. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elijah Joseph and Bessie Mae (Barton) Egnor, four sisters and four brothers. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Joyce Egnor of Stout; one daughter, Darlene (Richard) Rhodes of Blue Creek; three sons, Darryl (Nit) Egnor and Robert (Vanessa) Egnor, both of Summerville, S.C. and Walter Egnor, Jr.
of Blue Creek; one sister, Hazel (Hal) Miller of Fairborn; 16 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and friends. He attended the Blue Creek Community Church. The visitation is Wednesday, November 30, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. until noon at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. The funeral is at noon. Pastor Roger Bare will officiate. The interment will be at Moore’s Chapel Cemetery in Blue Creek in Adams County.
Reverend Walter R. Egnor, Sr.
Pence celebrating 90th birthday
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Allen Pence will be turning 90 on Dec. 15. The family would like to invite everyone to come celebrate his life on Sunday, Dec. 4 from noon - 3 p.m. at the Winchester United Methodist Church at 70 Washington Street. A meal will be provided. No gifts please.
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Adams County Library News West Union People’s Defender
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BY JESSICA DOOLEY
Would you like to learn more about computers and the Internet? Do you need help with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop? AmeriCorps technology trainer Jordan Werring is available at each Adams County Public Library weekly to answer questions, provide training, and offer one-on-one help sessions for computer skills. Jordan can offer individual or group computer classes, or meet with you to answer questions, or help you complete an online task. Jordan’s assistance is provided by Guiding Ohio Online, an AmeriCorps grant awarded to the Adams County Public Library by the State Library of Ohio and ServeOhio. During December, ask Jordan about making custom Holiday greeting cards using Canva or Publisher. Bring your family photos to incorporate into your cards. Ask about using the Cameo Silhouette Craft Cutter to cut custom designs from paper, vinyl, sticker material, or fabric. Use the designs for crafts, greeting cards, decorations, sewing projects, and more. Call your local library and ask for AmeriCorps member Jordan Werring to schedule an appointment. Teens are invited to Christmas-themed events at your local library during December. Join Tosh at the West Union Library on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 5:30 p.m. for a Teen Zombie Club Christmas Party. All teens ages 11 and older are invited to join us. On
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Jeremy Jason Fuller, 42, of Peebles to Lynley Diane Janetzko, 33, of
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Teens meet at the Manchester Library after school every other Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 3:30 p.m., join Deborah for a Teen Christmas Party at the Manchester Library. On Thursday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m., join Julia for a Teen Christmas Party at the North Adams Library. All Adams County Public Library locations are accepting donations of non-perishable food items through the first week of December. Your donations will support food pantries in the local community. Thank you for your support. Counselor Ed Huck is available at the library to help students prepare to apply for college and financial aid. Now through Dec. 15, Ed is available at any Adams County Public Library by appointment to help students file the FAFSA, find scholarships, prepare applications, and navigate the college application process. This service is made possible by the Educational Opportunity
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Peebles James Eric Braley, 28, of Peebles to Tabatha Renea Goetz, 29, of Peebles
Brush Creek access right on schedule
Grant, created to help students of all ages succeed in pursuing higher education. Ed is available on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons between 2 - 6 p.m. To make an appointment with Ed, call your local library. Stop by the Adams County Public Library to pick up a new title to read over the upcoming holidays. New titles include “An East End Christmas” by Elizabeth Waite, “Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel” by James Luceno, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay” by J. K. Rowling, “The Whistler” by John Grisham, “Two By Two” by Nicholas Sparks, “A Baxter Family Christmas” by Karen Kingsbury, “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Debbie Macomber, and more. All Adams County Public Libraries are open from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Download ebooks and audiobooks from the Ohio Digital Library at ohioebooks.org. Visit us online at adamscolibrary.org.
Historical Society honors veterans
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Left to right, Ernest McFarland, Russell Pollitt, and Steve Zinser.
The Adams County Historical Society honored veterans at their recent November meeting. They welcomed three speakers who told their experiences in the services to their country. Chaplain Steve Zinser explained the early chaplains in the army starting with the American Revolution. Zinser told of how James Naismith, better known for inventing the game of basketball, was also an Army chaplain during World War 1. He also told the story of the Four Chaplains who were on the ship Dorchester when it was hit by Germans. They all died after giving their life jackets to other service men. The role of chaplains is to comfort the wounded, pray for the dead and care for the living. The next speaker was Ernest McFarland of Manchester. He entered
World War II on Sept. 2, 1945 at 18 years of age. He was one of the last ones called and reported to Ft. Hayes in Columbus. He served at Ft. Monmouth, New Jersey as a Company Clerk. The last speaker was Russell Pollitt, also of Manchester. He had many interesting stories from crossing the Atlantic on the Queen Mary with 33,000 other solders. The trip lasted seven days and the ship was too big to land in London, so they continued on to Scotland. Mr. Pollitt was assigned to the 8th Army Division, 58th Battalion. He was injured and was taken to the Netherlands but later came back to fight. Pollitt had many pictures to share and a DVD that we plan to watch at a later meeting. The meeting was adjourned with prayer by Chaplain Zinser.
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Thomas Richard Toller Sr.
The new canoe-kayak access on Ohio Brush Creek in Adams County is moving right along. This access is at the St. Rt. 125 Bridge. Another access to Brush Creek was completed a month ago at the St. Rt. 348 Bridge. Construction on the access is being done by a local company, Cooper’s Excavating. Funding for the project was provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with assistance by ODOT. The access was scheduled to be completed Wednesday, Nov. 23. This project is one of many that has been undertaken by the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau to enhance and develop Adams County's tourism.
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76 of Peebles, Ohio joined hands with Jesus to cross the great Divine into heaven on June 6, 2016 from the Adams County Manor in West Union, Ohio. Tom was the third child of Ollie James and Anna (King) Toller born on September 23, 1939 in Peebles, Ohio. He joins his parents Ollie and Anna, one sister; Pearl Piatt and one brother; Berlin Toller, Rejoicing with Jesus. The wedding of Tom and Charlene (Clark) Toller was performed on June 1, 1963 with lots of encouragement by dear friends Charlie and Roxie Thompson and Paul Peterson. To this union two sons graced their home, Rick and Chris Toller. Tom met Jesus in 1972 along with his wife Charlene. Together they started a new journey that led them into Mission Work. Their labor has been on Chautauqua St. in Peebles for over 36 years. As superintendent and teen teacher, his heart's desire and love were to reach souls for Jesus. Tom started life's journey as a young man employed by Wallingford's Furniture and Gas Co., Thompson's Funeral Home, Peebles Police Dept. as Night Duty Police, and Hanson (Plum Run) Stone where he retired after 38 years. He then worked as a Tower Builder for the Electric Lines. He owned and operated his business known as Toller's Appliance Repair and retired after 44 years. Heaven has gained a Prince of a Man, but leaves an empty place in the community. With memories of great delight he leaves his wife Charlene of 53 wonderful years, two loving sons and daughters in laws, Rich (Michele) Toller and Chris (Stephanie) Toller, four lovely grandson's; Caleb, Daniel, Jacob and Nathan, as well as a host of relatives, friends, and those who knew him best in laboring at the Peebles Holiness Mission. Thank You! There are not enough words to convey our heartfelt thanks to each of you that was so giving and caring during the long sickness and passing of our dear Tom Toller, may God bless. To: Adams County Manor- Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home- those who spoke eulogies- Bob Wallace, Sis McCoy, Terry Louderback, Larry Shiveley and Gary Foster. The words so beautifully spoken by Sister Jeanette Gray and Rev. Ben Watts. The Pallbearers; grandsons; Caleb, Daniel, Jacob and Nathan Toller, Ferm Beavers, Kerm Larson and Chad McCoy. For the lovely meal and the ladies that served- Molly Hoop, Brandi Sowards, Sis McCoy, Helen West and Annette Jenkins. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much whatever the part. The Family of Thomas (Tom) Toller
Memorial Service
On September 24, 2016, a new sign was dedicated at the Peebles Holiness Mission In Memory of Brother Tom Toller. All of this was made possible by 85 donors who had a desire to share their love of Tom and the Missions Outreach. Many were there for the beautiful service and the unveiling of the sign designed by Abbott's Signs of Hillsboro. As we dedicate this new light in memory of Tom Toller, who passed away Monday, June 6, 2016 our thoughts are turned to the characteristics of a light house. A light house is constructed to serve as a warning beacon, a directional indicator and a source of guidance. It must be constantly and consistently shining to establish and keep its credibility and reliability. It has been mentioned that Tommy lived a consistent and victorious life and that this life began when he yielded his life to Christ and began to follow the way of holiness. As a Christian, it is up to a person to reflect the light which comes from Christ who was "The light of the World". We know that Tommy did not shine in his own goodness, nor merely to spread abroad his own beliefs. He was the lamp and God's truth the flame. As Tommy labored with Sister Charlene at the Peebles Holiness Mission, it was his desire that those who attended the Mission and those he came in contact with would know of the cheering presence of the LIGHT. He endeavored to be a source of guidance. Is it a time of sickness or health, it is a disaster or happy fortune; a tempest or a calm, a peril or deliverance? Tommy always indicated that God is always with us. Many saw something in Tommy. He desired that his aims, his heart, and his motives should be right to lead that needy one to the "Light"; that God would be glorified in the words he spoke, the things, he did, and the places that he went; that the cause of God (The Peebles Holiness Mission) with which he was affiliated would suffer no reproach because of his life; that any he influenced by his life would be brought closer to God. Yes, Tommy was a true light. He was the reflection of God. What a legacy has been left to us from our brother who loved God with his whole heart and gave his all to Peebles Holiness Mission. And thus we dedicate this new light. Thank you one and all- Praise the Name of Jesus!
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Doing my part to get the chores all done A4
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
From my earliest mem- rounded off with coal. Ben told me that I had ories I have always done an awesome job but recalled that every memnow I needed to wait until ber of the household at he carried the buckets in our home was given and unloaded them. When chores to carry out every he returned, we loaded day. This comes to my the buckets again and folmind more in the months lowed this with a third after the crops had been t ime. This filled the coal grown and harvested and box by the stove. caring for the farm itself This task took awhile took more attention. Dad but with my enthusiasm had always taken us to and Ben bragging on me, Bannocks’ to be outfitted I quickly felt like a part for the colder part of the of the chore crew at the year in the Ohio Valley house of Houser. I asked and when this time of if there was any more I year did co me about Dad could help with and we saw to it that we put to use the clothing and boots headed off to the barn I followed him and he had bought. Ben rolled down I was the six to eight bales youngest in our of hay. I was family and the ordered not to try time I’m speakand do any lifting, ing of was in but when a bale the 1950’s and was placed in front 60's for the most of a hay mow I part. My sister wo uld pull the balPeg was fortuing twine off the nate because her bales and begin to chores were inside the house. Rick Houser put the hay in one The Good section at a time. I She got to work Old Days was able to do a where it was little but when Ben warm but she jumped in, he had me also had to answer to gather up the baling twine Mom. So maybe Peg was and put them neatly warm, but we all knew together and hang them Peg was assigned as over a rail neatly out of much work to do as Mom did and tha t was always a the way. All in all I doubt major load. Peg certainly I was much if any help that first year but Ben figdidn’t get off easy. ured out how to make me As for my Dad he was in charge of all the chores feel that I was being useful and we all know that on the outside of the no matter how much we house and on our other farm also. Dad never gave help we like to feel useful. out more chores than he Again I’m not sure but would do himself. He was I’m thinking Ben was more like the supervisor, showing me what to do seeing that all that was just like Dad had done needed to be done was with him when he was done. My brother Ben was given many chores to smaller. I do remember that at the evening meal I do and with each year let the family know I was that he aged the more now doing chores just work Dad felt he coul d like them. I probably handle, the more he was wasn’t taken too seriousgiven to handle and of course his load grew. This ly, but I felt better. As time passed and I I am sure of because at grew older and stronger, every evening meal Ben more chores were sent my would elaborate on just way. When Ben married how much he had to do and m oved away from the each day. Dad would farm, I was handed a lot agree with him and tell more to do. This was him how proud he was of when I thought, “Aw him being so good at it. shucks Dad. You didn’t (It was hard to argue have to do that for me.” when you had just gotten We finally converted to a huge compliment from propane gas so there was Dad.) no more coal to carry. When I was a little The feeding barn on the over four years old and other farm burned down having watched everyone in the famil y carrying out and we built a new one just across the road from their assigned jobs, I began to feel lile I should the house, making the feeding easier to get to in be helping. I had yet to bad weather. Even though figure out that no chores weren’t a bad way to have the chores changed and some evolved int o much things. But when I asked easier jobs, they still my brother Ben about not needed to be done. being included and what From the beginning he thought I should do he when I was very young said very quickly “I think and we were all getting I can help you.” The next evening when the work done together to the time when all but it was time to do their myself had moved off the jobs, Ben told me to put farm, I learned that I didon my coat and boots and find a pair of gloves and a n’t really long for that ball c ap to wear. I did and time when my big brother followed him out the back would ask me if I was ready and oh yes I was, to door and down the sidethe days when the chores walk until we were must be done and like it behind the summer or not you got to do it. kitchen. Here we found a One thing I learned was pile of coal in large th at Ben had, as best as I blocks. I think the coal could figure, had read came from Myers and Tom Sawyer and the part Duckworth in Bethel and was our central supply for about making white washing the fence so the fuel in our house. much fun. I actually Ben said, “Okay here is believed filling a coal where you can be a big bucket was so much fun. I help.” “How?”, I asked. guess it is all in how you Ben began to swing a look at it. sledgehammer on a big Rick Houser grew up block of coal and break it on a farm near Moscow i nto smaller and easier to handle pieces. He told me in Clermont County and loves to share stories to start picking up the smaller pieces of coal and about this youth and other topics. He may be filling the buckets. I reached at immediately started to houser734@yahoo.com. load up the two coal buckets until they were
West Union People’s Defender
Make sure the wish list includes others
As a kid, I remember that the season of Thanksgiving meant one very important thing. The Sears ‘Wish Book’ was about to come out. As soon as the catalogue was delivered, my sisters and I would fight over who got it first. We wanted first choice on what to circle and put on our Christmas list for Santa. Compiling the list took a great deal of thought, as we knew the freedom of asking for anything we wanted wouldn’t come around again for another whole year. We would re-write the list to rank the items in order of importance in case Santa read down the list and pulled the first few items out of his bag and didn’t get to the rest. I guess there’s not a lot that has changed, because my kids pretty much do the same thing. Only these days, they also have access to Amazon, so the items they ask for aren’t limited to the contents of the Sears catalogue. It’s funny how each of my kids had a different strategy to their list making. A couple of them wrote down as many things as possible, hoping that gave them a better shot at getting at least a few of the things they really wanted. One of them listed only one item, banking on the fact that Santa would see their humility and it would guarantee waking up to that one thing under the tree. One of them listed only the extremely high-dollar items, figuring that since parents will never pay for it, Santa could just bring it for free. One of them listed only practi-
‘wish list’ could easily cal items, like money and socks. We have also become an ‘entitlement had one include the actu- list.’ This year, I want my al Amazon links so family to not only focus Santa didn’t have to on what they hope to guess at color or size. receive, but to Making a put a lot of Christmas list is thought into fun, and it’s what they can part of the holido for someday tradition. one else. I There’s nothing want them to wrong with take the lead spoiling the on choosing or ones you love a hand-making little bit this gifts for othtime of year. ers. Not just But our kids for their famiknow they will Denae Jones ly, but for their never get everyContributing community or thing on their Columnist for a complete list simply stranger. I because they want them to asked for it, donate a gift, knowing even if most of it does they will get nothing in come from Santa. Even return. I want them to the guy in the red suit simply imagine the gratiwon’t go into debt to tude in another person’s grant their every wish. heart when they open a Just like any other time well thought-out gift of year, I don’t feel like they prepared, and for a child should have the that to be enough. Then latest and greatest simply because it’s the most I hope they remember that feeling, and show popular item or because all of the other kids have the same gratitude when it. I always tell them that they tear off the paper from a gift that was Jesus only got three gifts: gold, frankincense given to them. I want them to say ‘thank you,’ and myrrh. Why should and mean it, even when they expect more than Jesus? In fact, I’m pret- they open that one gift ty sure our kids think we they know they will never use. I hope they have no money at all recognize that, even because they always hear me say, ‘There’s no though they don’t really like it, someone loved way I’m spending them enough to give it to money on that.’ They always think it’s because them. I hope they cherwe can’t afford it. Many ish the thought and love behind it. times that’s the case. Above all else, I want But it’s usually because I simply don’t think they them to remember that Christmas is not a retail need to have it. Or holiday, it’s a religious because I don’t like holiday. I hope my famwhen they develop a ily doesn’t get so caught sense of entitlement, as up in the list of things if they should have a they want that they forparticular item because get to be thankful for the they feel they deserve it Gift they already for no apparent reason. If we’re not careful, that received. I want them to
remember that our greatest gift was wrapped in swaddling clothes, not sparkly wrapping paper. Without that, there would be no reason for the rest. I hope that is not something my family takes for granted, but holds close to their hearts. I hope they know that even when we feel like we have nothing else, we always have the gift of Christ. Because of that gift alone, even when life gets scary and ugly, there is always, always something to be thankful for. If you are a person who likes to reach out and help others during the holiday season, you don’t have to look far. I encourage you to ask your local churches and schools how you can help, right there in your own community. They will appreciate the help, as there is great need right here in our hometowns. If you are not in a position to purchase items, you can always help in other ways. Maybe you can mail a handmade Christmas card. Maybe you can help an elderly neighbor walk their dog in the cold weather. Maybe you can offer to clean off and defrost a neighbor’s car. Maybe you can run to the grocery store for someone who isn’t comfortable driving on questionable roads. Maybe you can help someone put up Christmas lights, or give them a ride to church. There is always a way to bless others. How can you be a blessing today? Have a great week, friends!
the community where you live, work and play. Every dollar spent on Ohio products reinvests in your local economy and allows local businesses to grow and hire more of your friends and neighbors for quality jobs. Buying local not only ensures that your hometown economy remains strong, but that downtown shopping districts and Main Streets stay vibrant and unique. In turn, local vendors help us find thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts for our loved ones. Many specialty retailers
website, ohioproud.org, lets you learn more about Ohio Proud products and where to buy them. Looking for Ohio Proud and other locally made products is a great way to tackle your holiday shopping list while giving back to your local community. For information on Ohio Proud products and companies, visit www.ohioproud.
Be Ohio proud, shop local for the holidays Dear Editor:
'Tis the season when family and friends gather together to eat, give thanks and celebrate the holidays. As you begin your holiday shopping and event planning, I encourage you to buy gifts and supplies within your community which support the diversity and quality of Ohio's locally made and grown products. When you buy local, you are supporting our state's businesses and farmers while keeping your hard earned dollars in
focus on Ohio-made or grown products and gifts. If you live in an area with a limited selection, large retailers carry many of these items as well. From fresh food, wine and baked goods to crafts, artisan soaps and lotions, you will likely find Ohio products in each aisle of your favorite grocery store. Programs like the Ohio Department of Agriculture's "Ohio Proud" program are designed to draw consumers' attention to products that are made, grown or processed in Ohio. Our
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Venture Productions accepting toys for Christmas Sharing Venture Productions is now accepting new, unwrapped toys for the Christmas Sharing Project. Toys can be dropped off to Venture Productions between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Deadline for dropping toys off is Dec. 6. Homeless Shelter looking for holiday donations The Adams County Homeless Shelter would like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season, but urge everyone to keep in mind those who are struggling and homeless. Please consider a donation to the shelter.
Winchester United Methodist Church providing Christmas Sharing Food Baskets The Winchester United Methodist Church will once again be providing Christmas Sharing food baskets. Applicants must show proof of a Winchester address. The sign-up will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 30 at the Winchester United Church from 9 -11a.m. and 6 -8 p.m. The church is located at 70 East Washington Street in Winchester. If you have any questions please call the church office at (937) 695-0680.
Democrat Club covered dish meeting will be Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at Venture Productions. The meeting is hosted by Manchester and there will be an $8-10 gift exchange and a visit from Santa. Agricultural Society Meeting is Dec. 8 The Adams County Agricultural Society will hold its December meeting on Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Bids for the last Grant Project will be opened during the meeting.
Humane Society Open House is Dec. 10 The Humane Society of Adams County is hosting a SantaPaws Open House on Dec. 10 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at their Adoption Center at 11481 St. Rt. 41 South in West Union, OH. Enjoy pictures with Santa, refreshments, Leash/Toy/and Collar Drive, and view our adoptable pets and meet the staff of the Humane Society of Adams County. For information contact (937) 5448585 or email adamscountyanimals@gma il.com.
DAV Chapter #71 will meet Dec. 10 The scheduled Nov. 29 meeting of the Adams County DAV Chapter #71 has been cancelled and changed to Dec. 10 because of the conflict with the Thanksgiving holiday. The Dec. 31 meeting has also been moved to
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Aberdeen Hometown Christmas is Dec. 10 The 2016 Aberdeen Hometown Christmas will be held on Dec. 10 at the Aberdeen Community Center, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. Santa will arrive at 5:30 p.m. and free food and door prizes will be available for all ages.
Hope House sponsoring two new support groups Hope House has announced two new support groups, aimed at helping families dealing with addictions. The Loved Ones Support Group meets on Tuesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. as an educational support series for family members whose lives have been touched by addiction. Hope Is Rising meets on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. and is a faith-based support group for individuals seeking to re-claim their lives from addictions. The groups will meet at the Hope House Christian Counseling Center at 24 E. Water Street in Sinking Spring. COAD4Kids offers childcare services If you are a parent searching for care or an individual interested in providing childcare, COAD 4Kids can help. Call 1-800-577-2276 or locally 740-354-6527 for information about childcare and the free services offered.
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From page A1 substantial source of revenue for our schools.” Karen Ballengee, Treasurer for the Manchester Local School District said, “The plants are very important for our district, but it's just too early to speculate about what will happen. We haven't received anything official so at present we aren't planning to make cuts in our staff.” The Defender will continue to monitor this ongoing situation and provide more information as it becomes available.
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In the Nov. 27 and Nov. 30 editions of The People’s Defender, the phone number listed for the new Loving Heart Home Health Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender Care in Manchester was The possible closing of the Killen Station, pictured incorrect. The correct phone num- here, and the Stuart Station, have many Adams ber is (937) 549-4484. Countians on edge wondering of the possible job and economic impacts.
Peebles and West Union Senior Clubs meeting next week BY TERESA CARR PUBLIC RELATIONS
Make plans to join the Peebles Senior Club carryin dinner/meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at noon at the Outreach Center on Nixon Avenue in Peebles, as Democrat Club meeting well as the West Union is Dec. 3 Senior Club’s carry-in dinThe Adams County ner/meeting on Friday, Dec. 9 at moon at the Senior Center. Any senior 55+ is welcome to attend, just From page A1 please bring in a dish or a Another two died after the dessert to share and join in for some fun, good food and rescue operation. None of the dogs were subsequently most importantly, fellowship. euthanized. The Adams County “The animals are all recuVeterans Commission perating and have gained Personnel will be available weight, but unfortunately for voucher services on some are pregnant and will soon be having babies,” she Friday, Dec. 2 and on Monday, Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. said. “We're in the process – noon. If you have any of getting them fixed and questions, please call 544fully vaccinated, and when Photo provided by Adams Co. Humane Society 5005.Ohio winters can be they're ready, we'll begin One of the horses in a recent rescue attempt died, adopting them out.” very unpredictable, with while seven were sent to an undisclosed location for Charges are also pending rapidly changing weather that can include snow, ice, in this case. care. extreme cold, wind and more. Older Ohioans need to be especially careful during the winter months because, as we age, our BY JOYCE PORTER AND ice at 1 p.m. with burial in bodies react differently to the Winchester Cemetery. FLORENCE BRYSON extreme conditions. The She was preceded in death Ohio Department of Aging The annual children’s by her husband Bill and (www.aging.ohio.gov) urges “Christmas With Santa” parents Ollie and Kate all Ohioans to prepare today celebration will be on Smith. She is survived by so that you will be “Winter Friday, Dec. 9 from 6 – 8 her daughter Betty Ann READY!” p.m. at the First State Bank (Bill) Tumbleson and son • Create a preparedness Business Center. Along Joe Bill of Georgetown, plan and kit that will enable with Santa, there will be and sister Janet (Bill) Bick. you to remain in place for treats, hot chocolate, cookShe is survived by two She was a 1939 graduate of three days in case you ies, hats, gloves/mittens and daughters, Brenda (Ronnie) Winchester High School. become unable to leave an assortment of coats. The Shupert of Seaman and The family has our condoyour home because of event is sponsored by the Debbie Beam of lences weather conditions. Welcome Home Festival Winchester, two sons, Winchester’s Past • Your emergency kit and Winchester Police Dennis (Rhonda) Beam of (Florence Bryson): should contain, at a miniDepartment and they need Winchester and Mike Continuing with page 2 of mum, a battery-operated donations of coats, hats and (Cindy) Beam of Peebles, 8 the Ewing Wood Bible. radio, flashlight, extra batmittens. Donations can be grandchildren and 14 great Newt Wood (Isaac teries, a loud whistle or bell, grandchildren. Donations dropped off in the Town Newton) died November can be made to the Cherry Hall during the day. I also 25, 1922 buried Confidence food you can open and prepare easily, water (one galFork Presbyterian Church, mentioned Heather and Cemetery Georgetown, lon per person per day), P.O. Box 107 Cherry Fork, “Donnie” Anderson, who Bill Wood {William extra blankets and a first aid OH 45618. Condolences provided the tree located Henry} died April 1925, kit. adjacent to the gazebo. My and prayers are extended to buried Confidence • Keep a backup supply error. She is still married to the family. Cemetery, Calvin Wood of the medications you take We continue to have sev- (Carey Allen) died Billy. We appreciated them every day. Have an ice chest eral prayer requests for along with Olivia with February 18, 1926. He is on hand and keep ice packs helping put up the decoraburied at Pleasant Hill people in our community. in the freezer for medications. We are anxiously Mike (Carma) Tincher is at Cemetery in Jackson Twp. tions that need to be kept awaiting the town Wilson Sellman died May home under the care of cool. Christmas decorations. 25,1923 (husband of Mary Hospice and they certainly • Make sure your medical The Appalachian Hope Anna Wood) buried can use our prayers. Baby equipment and assistive Van will be at the First Stop Axl Fannin did fine with Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Jim (such as canes, devices on Tuesday morning, Dec. Best died December 1924 his surgery last week and walkers, wheelchairs, lifts, 6 from 10:45 a.m.– noon. (husband of Sarah hopefully will be able to oxygen tanks, etc.) are easy It is not too late to get your come home with his family Elizabeth Wood) buried to locate in an emergency. flu vaccine if you have not Confidence Cemetery, in four – five weeks. Paul Have spare batteries and already received one. Most Sautter is at home but conFrank E. Wood died non-powered options for everyone probably knows February 14, 1922 buried tinues to suffer from ageequipment that will not that for us older folks we Confidence Cemetery, related health issues. Also work without electricity. also need the pneumonia Daughter Sarah Best died Bev Stephenson has been • Designate a safe place vaccine. admitted to the hospital and the last of September, 1928 The Adams County (dau of Jim and Sarah Best) to go if it becomes unsafe to is undergoing tests. stay in your home, such as a Library van will be at the (Remember the errors are I just heard that Betty Jo friend’s or neighbor's house village garden apartments part of the original text) Hitchcock, age 95, passed or shelter; have a plan for on Thursday, Dec. 1. Information is due by away this morning. getting there. Betty Beam, age 85 of Sunday evening and can be Visitation will be at the • Be prepared to quickly Winchester, passed away sent by calling (937) 695Methodist Church from 11 explain to rescue personnel on Nov. 24 at the Hospice 9977 or email a.m. – 1 p.m. on an emergency how to in of Hope Ohio Valley japorter45697@gmail.com. Wednesday, Nov. 30, folhelp you move safely and Inpatient Center in Seaman. lowed by the funeral servquickly (e.g., "take my oxy-
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gen tank," "get my insulin from the refrigerator"). For more resources to prepare for winter, visit www.weathersafety.ohio.go v. Your area agency on aging can help you identify resources, such as energy assistance, chore service and minor home repairs that can help you stay warm and safe this winter. Call 1-866-2435678 to be connected to the agency serving your community. Do you like to knit or crochet? A wonderful group of talented ladies will be at the Senior Center on Dec. 12 from 1 – 4 p.m. They would love to share their knowledge and pattern ideas with others and welcome anyone interested in knitting/crocheting, or those who would like to learn, to join them For more information, please contact Carol Crawford at (937) 5446928. A Beltone Representative will be at the Senior Center on Friday, Dec. 16 beginning at 9 a.m. For more information or to set up an appointment, please contact Mary at 1-740-353-1021. Every Thursday afternoon (about noon) we have a lively and fun group of players that get together at the Senior Center and really have a lot of fun! They welcome anyone who enjoys playing or who would like to learn! Stop by to have some fun and fel-
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Pictured here are the 2016 recipients of the DAR Good Citizen Award. From left, Olivia Jean Daniels (Adams County Christian School), Ryan Dryden (Manchester High School), John Michael Farrell (North Adams High School), Katie Cora (Peebles High School), Shannon Runyan (West Union High School), and Gayla Fritzhand, DAR Chair of the program and member of the Sycamore Chapter, NSDAR.
DAR sponsors Good Citizen Award This year, for the first time, the Sycamore Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution sponsored the DAR Good Citizen program. The program is intended to encourage and reward good citizenship among high school seniors. The five high schools in Adams County participated in this program
and the principals from all five high schools enthusiastically assisted in the Good Citizen Program. The DAR believes good citizens have the qualities of dependability including truthfulness, service, leadership and patriotism. Recipients from each high school were honored and recognized Nov. 12 at the Sycamore Chapter, NSDAR
Meeting held at the Adams County Heritage Center. Recipients were awarded gold pins signifying dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. The 2016 Recipients of the DAR Good Citizen Awards were: Olivia Jeaan Daniels (ACCS), Ryan Dryden (MHS), John Michael Farrell (NAHS), Katie Cora (PHS), and
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porting a worthwhile cause and collect donations on the spot, but they keep the money for themselves. Signs of a possible scam include: - Requests for payment using money-transfer services, prepaid cards, or gift cards. -Receiving a check and being told to send a portion of the money elsewhere. -Pressure to act immediately. -Guarantees that you'll make money. -Having to pay to secure a loan, grant, or prize -Winning a contest you never entered. - Requests to send money out of the country. -Unexpected, threatening calls. Attorney General DeWine also encouraged consumers to take steps to avoid identity theft during the holidays. Victims of identity theft may not discover the problem for months (or even years) after their information is stolen. Consumers can help protect themselves by guarding their personal information, regularly checking their bank accounts, and reviewing their credit reports. Consumers who suspect a scam should contact the Ohio Attorney General's Office at www.OhioProtects.org or 800-282-0515.
DeWine warns of holiday scams
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned consumers of scams to avoid this holiday season. "Scams don't take a break during the holidays, and when people are busy or distracted, they may be more likely to fall for a scam," Attorney General DeWine said. "We just encourage people to be careful. Take a few minutes to think, and if something doesn't seem right, don't do it." Scams to avoid this holiday season include: • Seasonal job scams. Job seekers find an ad for a mystery shopping or package shipping position where they can work from home. They complete an online "interview" over chat or email. Once they're selected for the job, they receive a check. They're told to deposit the check and immediately wire a portion of the money somewhere else. Ultimately, the check is returned as counterfeit, and the job seeker loses any money he or she has sent. • Package delivery scams. Consumers receive a message saying a package is waiting for them. The "package" turns out to be a phony notice claiming they've won millions of dollars but must send
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The fragrance of a fresh-cut Christmas tree really sets the mood for an old-fashioned family Christmas season. As convincing as some of today’s fake trees are, a real, live tree has another dimension that nothing man-made can replace. Live greens truly bring you closer to the spirit of the season. Instead of taking a fake Christmas tree out of a box and assembling it, why not treat your family to the magic of a fresh, live tree? Really fresh trees aren’t messy, and aren’t a fire hazard. The most important thing is that the tree be truly fresh the day you bring it home. We like Fraser Fir trees because the needles are soft and don’t prick your skin, plus they have lots of space between the branches. This makes your ornaments show up better. The best thing about them is how long they stay fresh: up to two months with very little needle drop. The needles are still soft when it’s time to take the tree down, which makes the job easier.
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Scotch Pines are extremely popular. They have a nice full shape. Since they grow rapidly and are easily shaped, they are inexpensive to grow and so they’re very economical. Marjorie’s favorite Christmas tree is the Concolor Fir; a bit harder to find but worth looking for. Concolor Firs have a pleasant citrus fragrance. Their needles don’t bite, and they have sturdy well-spaced branches that hold lots of ornaments without sagging. The most important thing is to get your tree where you know it’s really fresh cut. “Choose &
“Pencil-pointing� a fresh-cut tree helps it stay fresh longer. (GoodSeed Farm photo)
Cut� tree farms are the best source, and it’s a fun family ritual to go out and select your tree in the field. We recommend cutting off a bit of the bottom of the trunk and then “pencil-pointing� the bark with a kitchen knife to help the tree take up more water. This means trimming the bark around the cut end on a bevel, to open up the pink inner bark. This allows the tree to take up more water, since an old cut will be sealed with sap. In today’s fast-paced, high-tech world, the ritual of a real Christmas tree captures the genuine spirit of the holidays. Decorating with live greens is an important way to connect with tradition, and pass the special feeling of Christmas along to another generation. Steve Boehme and his wife Marjorie own GoodSeed Farm Landscapes, a designbuild landscape/hardscape installer specializing in outdoor living spaces. More information is available at www.goodseedfarm.com or call (937) 587-7021.
Manchester students hold ‘Christmas in a Shoebox’ project
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Project: "Christmas in a Shoebox" began at Manchester Junior/Senior High on Nov. 7 and culminated on Nov. 22. The National Art Honor Society and Junior/Senior High Art Club held the project with the hope to collect as many giftfilled shoeboxes as possible for the children in the Manchester community. The goal of the lesson was to make a lasting impact on children in need by making Christmas a little merrier with a gift-filled shoebox. Students used their imagination and designed the shoeboxes for girls and boys with varying themes. The shoeboxes were then filled with school supplies, hygiene items, and toys. The chapter and club collected over 35 shoeboxes. What went in the box was fun, but what came out of the project was more rewarding than anything money could buy. Mrs. Roberts and the Art Department would like to thank the community members and children who donated to the project.
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Time to Ryan, Sowards lead Lady Indians to easy win in season opener, 57-36 over Felicity shake Justice era begins up the Another with a victory echoes BY MARK CARPENTER PEOPLE'S DEFENDER
Jesus wept. The shortest verse in the Bible has taken on a different look in the past few weeks in South Bend, Indiana, instead being interpreted perhaps as “Touchdown Jesus is weeping.” A 4-8 record for any college football team is usually unacceptable, but for the University of Notre Dame is totally unacceptable. Instead of waking up the echoes as the most famous fight song in college football suggests, it is certainly time for the powersthat-be to shake up those echoes and make some changes. The change may need to begin at the top with head coach Brian Kelly, who may have just overstayed his welcome Mark in South Carpenter Bend. Sports Editor After several successful seasons and even an appearance in the national championship game in 2012, those all seem to be distant memories. The newest scandal surrounding the Notre Dame football program involves an athletic trainer and some academic no-nos, and a resulting NCAA order to vacate 21 victories from the 2012 and 2013 seasons. Which by the way makes me wonder when the NCAA might punish North Carolina basketball for 30 years of academic fraud or maybe the Louisville basketball program for their creative recruiting processes, but I guess that doesn't have the “oomph” of nabbing Notre Dame football. One of the main issues with Coach Kelly is his innate ability to always pass the blame on to someone else. Obviously, he lives in a house with no mirrors. After how many Irish losses this season did Kelly throw his players under the bus with blame, without taking any for himself? When asked about his accountability in the latest academic scandal, Kelly's answer was “Zero. Absolutely none.” Give him the benefit of the doubt that maybe he didn't know what was going on, but ultimately, the control of the program falls in the lap of the head coach, who needs to step up and quit playing victim. The whole Kelly era has been rocked with scandals, the biggest of those being the death of a student in 2010, who fell from a lift where he was filming football practice in wind gusts of over 50 mph. Of course, no fault of Kelly's. Then there was the sexual assault allegation against a Notre Dame player with charges never filed and the young lady involved committing suicide. Earlier this fall, a number of Irish players were suspended or kicked off the team for various transgressions. These kinds of things don't go on under the auspices of Touchdown Jesus, but they did, and Knute Rockne has to be rolling over in his grave. Watch Kelly on the sideline during another loss, berating everyone in sight, and wonder again who is the victim all this mess?
New head coach Billie Jo Justice took her Peebles Lady Indians to the court for the first time in regular season play on Saturday, Nov. 26 as they played host to the Felicity Lady Cardinals in a non-conference opener for both squads, and it was a successful debut for the home team and their head coach as the Lady Indians rode the hot hands of junior McKinlee Ryan and senior Jessica Sowards to a 5736 victory. The combo of Ryan and Sowards combined for 43 points and seven threepoint goals as they were two of three Lady Indians in double figures, with Ryan scoring the game's first seven points and the home team never looking back. “Those two are definitely our leaders,” said coach Justice after the game. “Shooting wise they both have the knowledge to
take the bole to the hole and that opens up the outside for them. They are our best rebounders at times so it is tough to pull them both out. If they are out around the perimeter a lot, then we need others to crash the boards.” The outcome of Saturday's game was never really in doubt, especially after Ryan gave the Lady Indians a 10-1, scoring her team's first 10 points, including a pair of three-pointers from the top of the key. The first basket of the game by Sowards made it 12-1 and the Peebles girls were rolling. Later back to back treys by Sowards and Ryan made it 18-4, before the Lady Cards scored five straight to narrow the gap. A three-pointer by Matti Nichols left the home team in front 22-11 after one quarter of action. The scoring pace slowed down considerably in the second period with Felicity going on a 7-2 run to pull within 26-18 with
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This was a familiar sight for Peebles fans and Felicity defenders on Saturday as Lady Indians’ junior McKinlee Ryan nails one of her four three pointers on the day as Peebles knocked off Felicity 57-36 in the season opener for both teams. 3:07 left in the half. Ryan and Nichols both hit one of two free throw attempts and a low-scoring second stanza saw the two teams go to the halftime intermission with Peebles on
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When you defense brings your opponent to their knees, you must be doing a good job as Peebles’ Jessica Sowards (23) here does to Felicity’s Lauren Mitchell (11).
top 28-18. Out of the break, the Lady Indians got a bucket from Ryan and a Sowards three-pointer, then four free throws from Sowards, who is nearly automatic at the stripe, to increase their advantage up to 3719. A later steal and layup by Nichols, another Ryan trey, and a jumper by Baylee Justice kept the Peebles girls on top comfortably and when Sowards banked in an acrobatic shot at the buzzer, the third quarter ended with the Lady Indians leading 50-28. The final eight minutes of the game resembled the middle eight minutes, with little scoring and a much slower pace. A Nichols jumper and Ryan's fourth three of the game made it 57-31, and thought the final five points of the game belonged to the Lady Cards, the final outcome was firmly in the control of the home team
as Peebles opened their 2016-17 campaign on a positive note, winning by a final count of 57-36. “I don't think we played as well today as we had in our scrimmages,” said Coach Justice. “We probably had some first-game jitters but we just have to run our transition game better. We have to rebound and do all the little things and we can't take plays off to beat good teams.” “Everything we are doing right now we can keep working on. They really need to just watch the film and see their mistakes because sometimes me telling them over and over again doesn't sink in. They are learning and I have high expectations for them.” Ryan topped all scores with 22 points, with Sowards close behind with 21, including a perfect 8
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County boys’ squads on display in annual SHAC Preview Night Lynchburg High School plays host school for 2016 action BY MARK CARPENTER PEOPLE'S DEFENDER
After the girls' teams of the Southern Hills Athletic Conference held their annual Preview Night one week earlier, it was time for the SHAC's boys' squads to take center stage and they did just that on Friday, Nov. 25 at Lynchburg High School as fans of all 10 conference teams got their first look at their prospects for the 2016-17 season. Right off the bat the first match up of the night pitted a pair of Adams County teams against each other as the West Union Dragons battled the North Adams Green Devils. It was a tale of two quarters for the Dragons, who came out of the gate strong in the first quarter, but faded in the second and the Green Devils won the two quarters of action 31-23. It was dialing long distance early as the teams swapped three-pointers, one from North Adams' Patrick england and one from West Union's Elijah McCarty. The Dragons then rode the hot hand of junior guard Eli Fuller to forge a lead. Fuller hit a runner in the lane then a jumper from about 12 feet out, and followed that later with a three-pointer off the wing to put his team up 14-9, but the West Union defense lapsed and allowed Devils' point See Echoes / B2 guard Isaiah Anderson to
the rim for a layup at the first quarter buzzer that cut the Dragon lead to three. That Anderson layup was the beginning of a 9-0 North Adams run that extended into the second period, with a three by Anderson, two free throws by Austin McCormick, and a bucket by Elijah Young that made it 18-14 Devils. The run was broken when West Union's Andre Wolke drilled a three but England answered with his second of the half. Another jaunt into the lane for an easy Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender layup by Anderson kept North Adams up 25-19 This nifty behind-the-back pass from West Union’s Garrett Vogler (10) resulted and England's third trey of in a basket for teammate Eli Fuller as the Dragons battled North Adams in last the night stretched the weekend’s annual SHAC Preview at Lynchburg. advantage to 28-21. After a pair of free throws by West Union's Janson Kramer, the half ended with the Devil's Colt Shumaker firing in a long trey to end the half with the Devils on top by eight. In the two quarters, the Devils were led by Anderson and England, both of whom totaled 9 points, while West Union was paced by 9 from Fuller and 7 from McCarty. “From quarter to quarter you don't know what you might get from us, but that is what we are trying to work on,” said North Adams head Nathan Copas in a post game radio interMark Carpenter | People’s Defender view. “I think we are going to shoot the ball a Manchester’s Shaun Gould uses all of his 6’4” frame to reject this shot by See SHAC / B2 Eastern’s Dare Minton in action from the annual SHAC Preview.
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SPORTS EDITOR’S NOTE: Each week, The People’s Defender will profile an Adams County senior student/athlete so our community and readers can get to know better these outstanding young people who participate both in athletics and academics in their high school. NAME: Wes Hayslip
SCHOOL: West Union High School
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Sarah Hayslip
In JV action last Saturday, Peebles’ Christian Reed drives to the basket for 2 of her 8 points as the Lady Indians topped Felicity 45-18. SPORTS PLAYED IN HIGH SCHOOL: The Lady Indians were 1, Horn 5 1-3 12, Baird 0 back in action with a rare 1-2 1, Carrington 1 0-0 2, Football Tuesday night girls contest Young 1 0-0 2, Sponcil 3 From page B1 as they traveled to 3-6 10, Bradburn 2 2-2 6, FAVORITE SPORT: Portsmouth West for a Stamper 0 2-2 2, Team 12 Football for 8 from the foul line. non-conference tilt and 10-17 36. Nichols joined her two will be on the road again Peebles (57): Sowards 5 8- FAVORITE THING teammates in double figABOUT HIGH SCHOOL on Thursday, Dec. 1 as 8 21, Ryan 6 6-7 22, ures with 10. Felicity was they play their Southern Justice 1 0-0 2, Nichols 4 SPORTS: God giving me paced by 12 points from the ability to play the 1-4 10, Toller 1 0-0 2, Morgan Horn and 10 from Hills Athletic Conference sport opener at Manchester. A Team 17 15-19 57. Kylie Sponcil. busy week concluded on Three-Point Goals: In the JV contest, the LEAST FAVORITE Saturday, Dec. 3 when the Felicity (2): Horn 1, Lady Indians were also THING ABOUT HIGH Lady Indians host Adena. Sponcil 1 victorious, romping to a SCHOOL SPORTS: Peebles (7): Sowards 3, 45-18 win behind 16 Sprints Felicity 11 7 10 8 –36 Ryan 4 points from Hope Brown Peebles 22 6 22 7 –57 JV Score: Peebles 45 and 8 from Christian MOST MEMORABLE Felicity 18 Reed. HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Felicity (36): Johns 0 1-2
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MOMENT: The refrigerator play against Manchester
FAVORITE MUSICAL ARTIST OR GROUP: The Tony Rice Unit PLACE YOU’D LOVE TO TRAVEL TO: Paris YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE: “The Blind Side”
FAVORITE TV SHOWS: NCIS FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT: History
ACTIVITY: Playing bluegrass music FAVORITE RESTAURANT: Lee’s Famous Recipe
WOULD LOVE TO TRADE PLACES FOR A DAY WITH: Pat Sims FUTURE PLANS: Undecided
COMING THIS WEEKEND: Jessica Johnson from Peebles High School
Manchester, West Union drop girls' openers
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little better this year, with a little more confidence. We will still get the ball to the post to keep the defense honest and hopefully in a week we will be ready to go. “We have improved a lot and we are getting there,” said West Union head coach Josh White in his radio stint. “I am not disappointed with the way we played tonight. We had a few moments where we got down a little bit, but we did everything that we were trying to do. Having those minutes on the court together last year, then coming back with the same guys this year is a big plus for us. We just have to get better and learn how to win. We are still working some kinks out but when we get a few wins under our belts, we will be in good shape.” The second match up of Preview Night saw the Peebles Indians and their up and down racehorse style battling with the Fayetteville Rockets. Peebles head coach Josh Arey has another wealth of talent on his hands and it showed Friday night. After a bit of a slow start, the Indians found their rhythm and with the strength of an 11-0 run, rolled past the Rockets 32-18 in the two quarters of play. After neither team scored for the first two minutes of the first quarter, the Indians got the half's first six points on two baskets by Tanner Arey and two free throws by Bostin Robinson. A pair of Arey charity tosses and a bucket by Robinson off a Rocket turnover made it 10-2 Peebles, Senior big man Camron Gordley finally got on the board for the Tribe with a stick back basket and an old-fashioned three-point play, and then a later pair of free throws that pushed the lead to 17-6. Fayetteville got offensive rebound baskets from Colin Connor and Bowen Doane and the first eight minutes ended with Peebles leading 19-10. That was as close as the Rockets were to get as the Indians began the second stanza with an 11-0 run, keyed by two baskets in transition from Arey, a three-pointer off the wing by Ethan Parrett, and a bucket by Gordley, giving their side a 29-10 advantage. Coach Arey began to empty his bench and used everyone at his disposal over the half's final three minutes. The Indians got one more score, a three off the wing from Stephen Penn, as the two periods ended with the red and white in front 32-18. Gordley topped the winners with 11 points, with Arey chipping in 10. Fayetteville was led by Connor's 4 points.
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The 2016- 17 seasons for the Manchester Lady Greyhounds and the West Union Lady Dragons got off to rough starts last weekend as both teams, both under new head coaches, dropped decisions in the Paint Valley Classic. On Friday, Nov. 25, the Lady Hounds faced Zane Trace on the hardwood at Paint Valley and had a
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tough time “scoring the basketball,” tallying only six points in the first half and falling in their opener by a score of 42-22. C.J. Hobbs led Manchester with 12 points. The next day the Lady Dragons were also in Paint Valley, facing the Huntington Lady Huntsmen. Under new head coach J.R. Kirker, West Union got off to a good start, leading at halftime 25-22, but things went
sour in the second half as the Lady Dragons were outscored 22-10 in the third quarter and then 18-6 in the fourth, as Huntington rolled to a 62-41 victory. Both teams will be back in action on Thursday, Dec. 1 with their Southern Hills Athletic Conference openers. The Lady Hounds will entertain the Peebles Lady Indians while West Union will also be at home, facing off with the Whiteoak Lady Wildcats.
Justice off to hot start at VSU
Peebles grad averaging 15.4 though five games
Peebles’ Bostin Robinson soars over the Fayetteville BY MARK CARPENTER defense to get off this shot in the paint during action PEOPLE'S DEFENDER from the annual SHAC Preview, held last Friday in After transferring from Lynchburg. West Liberty University, seemed to lose their legs “I like our team this 2015 Peebles High school about midway through the year,” said Peebles head graduate Beau Justice has coach Josh Arey in his post second quarter. After a made himself comfortably game radio chat. “The first Gould bucket gave them an at home in the lineup of the two weeks of practice have 18-10 advantage with 4:23 Valdosta State Blazers. been as good as I have ever left, the Hounds did not Fans of the Blazers are score again as the Eastern had in my time at Peebles familiar with the “Justice” pressure resulted in an 11-0 name, as Beau's brother and we feel pretty confirun and a 21-18 lead. A dent. Camron has worked Blake recently completed desperation heave from so hard and really his career at VSU and is midcourt by Cox grazed the now working with the improved his game and he front of the rim and the will really have to domimen's basketball program as Warriors escaped with a nate inside for us, both on a graduate assistant coach, three-point triumph. offense and defense. where he gets the chance to Manchester scorers were work with his younger Tanner worked hard this led by Combs with 7 points brother. summer and his shot has and Gould with 6. Eastern improved and Ethan has Through five games with stepped into the point guard was paced by six points on the 4-1 Blazers, Beau is the a pair of three-pointers by role.” team's second leading scorGaryn Purdy. “We need to get better er, averaging 15.4 points a “I'm real excited to take off the glass and try to find game in an average of 32.6 over at Manchester and I those 8-9 guys. I'm very minutes of action per conhave enjoyed it thus far,” pleased so far with our test. He is shooting 41% said Coach Darnell after progress.” from beyond the three-point the half of play. The fourth face off of line and 75% from the free “Sometimes it looks like I Preview Night saw firstthrow line. Justice's two have two different teams, year head coach Joey high games are a 26-point tonight we jumped out Darnell bring his effort on Nov. 21 vs. early then kind of went flat Southeastern (FL), followed Manchester Greyhounds into action with the dean of in the second quarter. As a up by a 31-point game on coach I don't think we are SHAC head coaches, Rob ever satisfied and we have Beucler and the Eastern Warriors, When you play a a lot of potential and offensive weapons. We need to Beucler-coached Eastern get them to believe in their From page B1 team, it is certain that you tasks on the defensive end.” will be defended from start To make matters worse, “I think the pieces are all to finish and the Hounds especially for Notre Dame there and we just have to found that out first-hand as put them all together at the fans like myself, the prodthe Warriors held them to uct put on the football right time.” just 18 points in two quarfield is rather putrid and With the preview out of ters and used an 11-0 spurt quite difficult to watch. I in the second period to take the way, all the county boys' teams now shift their used to plan my Saturday a 21-18 win. schedules around Notre attention to the beginning The athletic Greyhounds Dame football, but not this came out strong, racing to a of the regular season, year. Nothing there worth which begins on Friday 7-2 lead behind a threewatching. Agree or dispoint goal by Jamie Combs night when Manchester agree with me, it is good travels to Western Latham and baskets from Shaun to kick off the 2016-17 sea- for college football when Gould and Kaulen Cox. A Notre Dame is relevant son. North Adams begins later trey from the corner its season on Saturday, Dec. and it is bad for college by Colton Thornburg football when Notre Dame 3 with a trip to Minford, extended the lead to 10-4 is terrible. Granted, being while West Union and and the first quarter ended with the Hounds on top 14- Peebles will both open next the head coach of the football team at Notre Dame is Tuesday, Dec. 6, with the 8. one of the toughest jobs in Perhaps because they had Dragons on the road in sports, but how can you Wheelersburg and the played a scrimmage earlier not sell tradition and turn Indians at home hosting in the day combined with the Irish back into a winhow an Eastern team wears Ripley in SHAC action. ning program? Does the you down, the Greyhounds
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Peebles High School graduate Beau Justice is the second leading scorer for the 2016-17 Valdosta Blazers through five games. Justice is averaging 15.4 points, with a high of 31 in a Nov. 26 contest. Nov. 26 against Lynn. The Blazers will be in action again on Dec. 1 vs. Armstrong Atlantic and
recruiting pitch of getting to put on the golden helmet and being part of the longest tradition in college football not fly any more? Apparently not. Will changes be made in South Bend? That still remains to be seen. After the season-ending and another embarrassing loss to USC last weekend, the reports began to swirl, first that Kelly was going nowhere and then that he was possibly exploring other “options.” As an Irish fan since the Sunday highlights of Lindsey Nelson got me hooked in the early 70's, I hope those “options” are at another school. As I have said here often, I do not advocate anyone losing their jobs, but obviously Kelly would land on his feet with a job at another
their action can be followed online at http://www.vstateblazers.com.
school, while the folks back in South Bend clean up his mess. Maybe he can team up with Tommy Tuberville somewhere. It certainly looks like time to go back to square one with the Irish, tear it up and rebuild. But of course, a rebuild in South Bend better happen really quick for a fan base with very little patience. Right now the epicenter of the college football world is in Tuscaloosa and Columbus. It might be time for the proud Irish to take some lessons. Indianapolis Star columnist Gregg Doyel may have put it best in a column he wrote on Nov. 22 when he asked his readers what reasons Notre Dame had to keep Brian Kelly. The answer, “Zero. Absolutely none.”
Adams County Common Pleas Court Report LOCAL NEWS
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Nov. 18, 2016 Civil Cases
Fifth Third Bank, An Ohio vs Charles R. Flagge Sr, Action: Foreclosures Linda S. Bole vs Joshua A. Kingland, Action: Other Torts (Personal Injury Midland Funding Llc vs Timothy Mason, Action: Other Civil William L. Smalley vs Toby Smalley, Action: Other Civil
Civil Division Robert Bischoff vs Brian Padgett, Judgment Entry: Entry Filed. (The previous jury demand in this matter in withdrawn. This will be heard on the court on the date originally set for jury trial.) Debra L. Weidner vs 1st Stop Inc., Judgment Entry: Dismissal Entry Filed. (Case is settled and dismissed with prejudice.) Lisa Newman vs John M. Krmenec, Judgment Entry: Nunc Pro Tunc Entry ordering forfeiture of unsold land filed. State of Ohio vs Chad Anderson, Seaman,Offense: Burglary, Rec. Stolen Pro, M.C.I.:F5 State of Ohio vs Nicole Brewsaugh, Blue Creek, Offense: Rec. Stolen Pro, M.C.I.:F4 State of Ohio vs Walter Egnor Jr, Stout,Offense: Weap. Under dis., unlawful possess, possession of heroin, Agg/Poss. of DRU, M.C.I.:F3 State of Ohio vs Christopher Hayslip, Manchester, Offense: Possession of Heroin, M.C.I.:F5 State of Ohio vs Andrew Spires, West Union, Offense: Agg. Traf. in drugs, M.C.I.:F4 Criminal Cases
State of Ohio vs Cassie
Hodge, West Union, Offense: Traf. in drugs, M.C.I.:F5 State of Ohio vs Ricky Brown, West Union, Offense: Ill. Use food stamps, M.C.I.:F5 State of Ohio vs Ricky Brown, West Union, Offense: Traf. in drugs, M.C.I.:F5 Criminal Division
State of Ohio vs Rocky Purdin, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Hearing on motion will be 11/28/16 at 10:30 a.m. Warrant for removal to be issued.) State of Ohio vs Josey Masterson, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Defs or bond is revoked and reverts to a $30,000 CA/SU bond due to a violation of the terms and conditions of bond. Def. placed in custody of the Adams Co Sheriffs Office. State of Ohio vs Brandi Kidder, Judgment Entry: Motion to revoke community control, entry filed. (Probable cause hearing set at 11/17/16 at 1 p.m.) State of Ohio vs Brandon Young, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Matter before court on 11/15/16 for full hearing on motion to revoke community control. Probable cause found as defendant violated terms and conditions of community control. Bond set at $20,000 O.R. sentencing set for 12/28/16 at 2:15 p.m.) State of Ohio vs Joseph Friemoth, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Change of plea hearing will be 2/1/16 at 9 a.m. and sentencing will be 3/8/17 at 9 a.m.) State of Ohio vs Shannon Allen, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Def. failed appear for hearing 11/16/16. It is ordered that a capias be issued.) State of Ohio vs Shannon
Allen, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (The court finds the motion to continue not well taken and is denied.) State of Ohio vs Darin Pribble, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry driving privileges filed. (Limited driving privileges to the defendant from 11/2/16 through 5/2/17.) State of Ohio vs David E. Deininger Jr, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. Bond is modified to $20,000 O.R. State of Ohio vs David E. Deininger, Judgment Entry: Plea of guilty, Judgment entry of guilty filed. (Defendant plead guilty to, (Failure to register new address, F3. Matter set for sentencing on 12/28/16 at 1:30 p.m.) State of Ohio vs Denny Blanton Jr, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry on sentence filed. (Def. convicted pursuant to jury trial on CT II kidnapping F1, CT IV felonious assault F2, CT V assault M1 and sentenced to six yers on CT II, 6 years on CT IV to run consecutive and 180 days in Adams County Jail for CT V to run concurrent with sentence in CT II and IV. Said term shall run consecutive to term of incarceration in case no 20160037. $1250 fine for CT II. Pay cost and DNA test. State of Ohio vs Justin Clay, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry on sentence filed. (Def. convicted of CT I improper handle firearm in motor vehicle F4, CT III domestic violence M4 and sentenced to 2 yrs comm. control, 40 hrs comm. service, guns confiscated shall be disbursed, Attend AA, County jail time 12/26/16 – 1/2/17 unless employed full time, no contract with victim or her father with excepting of court, pay cost and DNA test.) State of Ohio vs Devin
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Bill Conn, President of Adams County Veterans Services, places a special wreath in front of the courthouse War Memorial commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and those from Adams County who lost their lives in southeast Asia.
DAR commemorates 50th anniversary of Vietnam War BY MARK CARPENTER PEOPLE'S DEFENDER
A crisp, chilly autumn Monday morning greeted guests gathered on the front lawn of the Adams County Courthouse as the Sycamore Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted ceremonies to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and to honor those from Adams County who served in the conflict in southeast Asia. Becky Semple of the Sycamore Chapter DAR began the ceremony by welcoming everyone and thanking all of the invited and special guests, that included six Vietnam veterans from the county-Terry DeMint, Joe Rostine, Lawrence Young, Marty Grooms, Bill Conn, and Robert Lewis. Semple led the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance “We are gathered here today to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, “ Semple told the crowd. “We recognize the sacrifices those who served our nation in this war and to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice with the laying of a wreath at the monument.” After an opening prayer and remarks by DeMint, the American Creed was read by Rose Gill and Adams County Recorder Mark Tolle sang “God Bless the USA”, a patriotic favorite of many. Next to the podium was the guest speaker for the
event, United States Congressman Brad Wenstrup, a veteran himself who serves on the Committee on Veterans Affairs and holds the rank of Lieutenant colonel in the US Army Reserves and served a tour in Iraq as a Combat Surgeon. “You veterans are the ones who have stood between us and evil as we go about our daily lives,” said Wenstrup. “I tell people that serving in Iraq was the worst thing I ever had to do but at the same time it was the best thing that I ever got to do and that's because of the people who I got to serve with. I served with heroes.” Speaking to the veterans on hand, Wenstrup said, “I know that each one of you gentleman could tell me a story of someone who did something heroic and selfless. While some went off to college, others went off to serve in Vietnam as they were asked to do, only to come home unappreciated by many. Your service and heroism is not unappreciated today and it's not unnoticed today. Teddy Roosevelt said it best when he said, 'The credit belongs to the man who is in the arena whose face is marred by the dust and the sweat and the blood.' You took that summons and responsibility and didn't shirk it.” “When I hear the National Anthem, I think of those that have saved us and what they have given us
time and time again throughout our history,” Wenstrup continued. “With the actions of the veterans come the dreams of freedom for millions of people, not just in America but around the world. You answered a call to defend a country you never knew and a people you never met, but from your efforts, the world realized the difference between freedom and communism. Because of the fire for freedom that you lit in Vietnam, we saw the world change for the better. Because of the fire for freedom that you lit, walls were torn down and dozens of nations were liberated to democracy. Your sacrifices were not in vain.” “Through it all you were what others cared not to be, you went where others feared to go, you did what others failed to do, and you asked nothing from those that gave nothing. God bless you and God bless America.” A special wreath was made for the commemoration by Gayla Fritzhand of JZN Farms and the ceremony concluded with Bill Conn, President of Adams County Veterans Services, having the honor of placing that wreath in front of the War Memorial on the courthouse lawn, while members of the crowd remembered those who gave their lives in Vietnam and “Taps” was played by West Union High School student Coal McClanahan.
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Michael, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $100,000 CA/SU/10%, plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Devin Michael, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning counsel filed. (C. Nicholas Ring appointed as counsel.) State of Ohio vs Devin Michael, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (The final pretrial in this case will now be heard on 11/23/16 at 8:15 a.m. two- day trial set for 12/1 – 12/2 at 9 a.m.) State of Ohio vs Jeremy White, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry on sentence filed. (Def. convicted of aggravated possession of drugs F5 and sentenced to a stated prison term of nine months with credit for 87 days as of 11/10/16, pay cost and DNA test.) State of Ohio vs Jason Petrie, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Def. was not home during curfew hours. Capias to be issued.) State of Ohio vs Dominique Singletary, Judgment Entry: Plea of guilty, Judgment Entry of guilty filed. (Defendant plead guilty to, (Possession of heroin, F3. Sentencing on 11/15/16 at 9:30 a.m.) State of Ohio vs Barry Alexander, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Bond modified to $50,000 O.R.) State of Ohio vs Barry Alexander, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry Filed. (Def. wishes to change his plea. Trial is vacated and plea hearing will be 12/28/16 at 2:45 p.m. and sentencing will be 2/15/17 at 1 p.m.) State of Ohio vs Courtney Grooms, Judgment Entry: Plea of guilty, Judgment Entry of guilty filed. (Defendant plead guilty to, Counts II, IV, VI, VIII, XII, XVI, and XIX all breaking and entering F5. Sentencing set for 12/28/16 at 9:30 a.m. Counts I, III, V, VII, IX, X, XI, XIII, XIV, XV, XVII, XVIII, XX and XXI are dismissed.) State of Ohio vs Nathan Cox, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $10,000 CA/SUR/10%, plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Nathan Cox, Judgment Entry:
Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. (Sarah Shelton appointed as Counsel.) State of Ohio vs Chad Anderson, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $40,000 CA/SUR/10%, Plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Chad Anderson, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. Tyler Cantrell retained as Counsel. State of Ohio vs Walter Egnor Jr, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $10,000 CA/SU/10%, plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Walter Egnor Jr., Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. (Sarah Shelton appointed as counsel.) State of Ohio vs Christopher Hayslip, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $10,000.00 O.R., Plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Christopher Hayslip, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. (Sarah Shelton appointed as Counsel.) State of Ohio vs Andrew Spires, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed.(Bond set at $15,000 CA/SUR/10%, Plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 Public Defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Andrew Spires, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. (Nick Ring appointed as Counsel.) State of Ohio vs Cassie Hodge, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry on arraignment filed. (Bond set at $10,000 CA/SUR/10%, plus attached conditions, $25 bond surcharge, IDSF of $60 due within 60 days, $25 public defender fee if applicable.) State of Ohio vs Cassie Hodge, Judgment Entry: Journal Entry order assigning Counsel filed. (Sarah Shelton appointed as
BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE'S DEFENDER
As of press time, Ward had not responded to the Defender's request for a comment on her election victory. In his concession statement Worley said, “It has been a privilege to serve the citizens of Adams County for the past four years as a county commissioner. We live in the greatest nation in the world and the power of our democracy comes from the people’s right to freely choose their leaders. While our campaign came up short in this election and we are disappointed with the outcome, I am proud to say that we fought for the people and our shared values and vision for a better Adams County.” Worley expressed appreciation to his supporters and alluded to ongoing developments that may soon impact the lives of every person in Adams county. “I want to thank my supporters from the depths of my heart for their work and support on my behalf, “ he said, “This campaign was never about one person, but about the future and progress of our county. Challenges remain ahead and I wish the new board of commissioners all the very best for the future.” Doubtless, the most pressing of those challenges will spring from the county-wide loss of tax revenue generated by the Stuart and Killen Power Plants which are potentially slated to cease operation at some point in 2018. Worley said his concern for Adams County's future would remain unaltered by
Counsel.)
Domestic Cases Michelle L. Freeman, Loveland vs Adam B. Freeman, Peebles, Action: Divorce with children Bobbi Gardner, Peebles vs David Gardner, Peebles, Action: Divorce with children Jennifer R. Waldron, Seaman vs Jody Charles F. Waldron, Peebles, Action: Divorce with children Adam W. Hess, Blue Creek vs Sharon K. Hess, Maysville, Action: Divorce with children Anthony W. Shaffer, West Union vs Geneva Lynne W. Shaffer, Lynchburg, Action: Dissolution without children
Domestic Relations Division Rebecca Jameson vs Aaron P. Jameson, Judgment Entry: Magistrates Order Filed. (Hearing on motion for change of custody will be 12/16/16 at 10 a.m.) Bethany Marie Rogers vs Christopher Shad Rogers, Judgment Entry: Magistrates Order Filed. (The court vacates the emergency hearing set for 12/16/16 at 11 a.m. due to the fact that the def’s motion to terminate the shared parenting plan which is set for 11/30/16 at 10 a.m.) Vicki Grooms vs Darryl Grooms, Judgment Entry: Magistrates decision on divorce filed. (Divorce is granted.) Vicki Grooms vs Darryl Grooms, Judgment Entry: Judgment Entry adopting Magistrates decision on divorce and decree of divorce filed. (Divorce is granted.) Opal Cox vs John Cox, Judgment Entry: Magistrate order filed. (Hearing on Plaintiff’s motion will be 1/17/17 at 9 a.m. Both parties ordered to appear.) George Graham vs Lee Graham, Judgment Entry: Notice of hearing filed. A hearing on motion for contempt is set for November 14, 2016 at 2 p.m. George Graham vs Lee Graham, Judgment Entry: Notice of hearing filed. (Hearing on contempt will be 11/14/16 at 2 p.m.) George Graham vs Lee Graham, Judgment Entry: Entry Filed. (Hearing is set for 1/30/17 at 1 p.m.) Kaden D. Miller vs Joseph W. Casey, Judgment Entry: Magistrates Decision Filed. (Def’s motion is granted.)
Ward ekes out victory over Worley in county commissioner race The official results of the 2016 election were released on Monday, Nov. 21 by the Adams County Board of of Elections. A stunning upset in the race for the Jan. 2 seat on the Adams County Board of Commissioners saw Republican challenger Teresa Diane Ward defeating Democratic incumbent Paul Worley by a narrow margin of 35 votes. Ward is the first woman ever to be elected to serve on the county board of commissioners. In the final tally following the provisional ballot count, Ward won 5,457 votes while Worley fell short with 5,422. Ward will bring over three decades of business, fiscal and administrative experience to the commissioner's board. Running on a campaign of government transparency and accountability, she promised to bring an end to the “flagrant spending” of taxpayer dollars. In a preelection interview with The People's Defender, Ward said, “I hope to bring a higher level of responsibility to the Board of Commissioners by addressing county issues in a timely manner, abiding by the the Ohio Revised Code, networking with my contacts through the County Commissioners Association of Ohio, eliminating wasteful spending, courageously addressing the issue of misuse of funds, and restoring openness and transparency to the office. I will be a voice for all constituents, not just a select group.”
the election results. “The obligation to serve does not end when you take off your military uniform or leave public office,” he said, “It is our duty as citizens to work together to make this county and our nation a more perfect union. I am grateful and honored for the opportunity to have served the people of Adams County.” Ward and senior board member Brian Baldridge will in Jan. 2017 be sworn into their respective commissioner's seats Baldridge was elected to the Jan. 3 seat now held by Commissioner Ty Pell who was appointed by the Republican Central Committee following the resignation of former Commissioner Stephen Caraway. While the central committee has not yet announced their choice of candidates to fill the Jan. 1 seat vacated by Baldridge, insiders surmise that Pell will most likely win the appointment. Provisional ballots also turned the tables in favor of alcohol sales at the Seaman Village 1st Stop Station. The measure, which failed by seven votes (179 – 172) in the unofficial Nov. 8 ballot count, was approved by voters in the official count - 183 for the Liquor Permit and 180 against. While proponents for alcohol sales argued that the Liquor Permit measures would give a much needed boost to the county's tax revenue base, voters disagreed and rejected seven of the ten requests.
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ABCAP ADAMS BROWN HEAD START PROGRAM
BUS MONITOR/TEACHER’S AIDE for the Head Start Program (34 -40 hrs./wk., 32 - 36 wks./yr.). We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with children and their families and who have a friendly and positive attitude. Duties include: working with pre-school children and their families, assisting the Bus Driver on the bus and the Head Start Teacher in the classroom, maintaining confidentiality, attending all required trainings and following all established rules and policies on the bus and in the center at all times, completing all required paperwork and duties in compliance with the Federal Performance Standards and Licensing agencies. Qualifications include: Must have or attain a Child Development Associate credential or Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education, must obtain CDLSchool Bus/Passenger endorsement within one year of hire. All applicants must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and must be insurable under ABCEOI’s fleet insurance policy and pass Criminal Record Checks and a drug screen. We offer benefits such as vacation, holiday pay, health, dental and vision insurance as well as a retirement plan. To apply, please submit your resume by December 9, 2016 to: Head Start Director, Adams Brown Head Start, 406 W. Plum Street, Georgetown, OH 45121. ABCAP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DRUG-FREE WORK-PLACE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sun Publishing Group, a family-owned community media company based in Batavia, Ohio, with newspapers, websites, magazines and specialty publications is looking for a talented design and pagination artist to help take our company to the next level in community marketing/layout. We are a young company with a long history of community newspapers and websites looking to expand our presence in web and graphic design to fit the needs of a changing social environment. If you have a natural eye for design and layout with the knowledge of QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign this could be a perfect fit for you. There is also a need to understand and use an ad tracking software to place the ads in each publication. This position would be working with existing staff on designing newspaper ads, layouts of newspapers and design websites for four different newspapers. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Graphics design and/or three years experience newspaper or print design. The position has a Monday-Friday work schedule.
Send your resume to Scott.t.champion@gmail.com HELP WANTED
DRIVERS WANTED Tanker Endorsement Needed Earn up to $300 a day 2 Years Experience Class A CDL Local Hauling $500 Sign-on Bonus (See details at TCB office) Call TCB Trucking 513-309-7559 513-625-8183
Drivers
Regional. Home Weekly/Bi-Weekly Guaranteed. Paid Loaded & Empty/Rider Program. No-Touch, Benefits & Monthly Bonuses. 877-758-3905
WE HAVE JOBS!!!! Landscape, General Labor Window Mfg., Construction Painters, Material Handlers Shipping, Warehouse Inspectors, Packers, Electrician, machine Operators/maintenance, Welders, Construction. Call 513-842-8000 today for an immediate interview! or apply online at www.express pros.com Select the Cincinnati East office. EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS NOW HIRING Aetna is Hiring, full time, 3rd shift Janitorial in Peebles. Apply on line: www.aetnais.com or call (304)344-4041
HELP WANTED
ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR NEEDED Have fun at work! Schedule outings, attend community happenings, develop and implement on-site projects, and work with others! We are a non-profit social service company in need of creative and highly motivated team members! This position requires flexible hours. We also have a part time, second shift job site coordinator position open. Applicants must have GED/Diploma, clean driving record, able to pass DOT physical and drug screen, and have a clean background check. Contact us at 937-378-2786 Ext. 3 for more information!
A Family Business for Over 35 Years ************ CDL-A Driver
$1,000 sign on Bonus 2 years experience Percentage Pay Health Insurance Vacation + Holiday Regional Position
513-724-7140
ABCAP Home Care Assistant Daycare Manager
ABCAP HOME CARE is seeking an Assistant Daycare Manager for the Golden Years Activity Center (28 – 32 hours per wk.). Candidate must have STNA OR CNA certificate or at least 2-years’ experience as a home health aide. This position covers many areas including direct care, homemaker and social services, etc…Multitasking is a must. A genuine concern for the elderly is required. Attendance and punctuality are extremely important. We offer benefits such as vacation, holiday pay, health, dental and vision insurance as well as a retirement plan. All applicants must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and must be insurable under ABCEOI’s fleet insurance policy and pass Criminal Record Checks and a drug screen. Please apply in person by December 9, 2016 at 406 W. Plum Street, Georgetown, Ohio or call (937) 378-6041 or 1-800-553-7393, Ext. 255, Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ABCAP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DRUG-FREE WORK-PLACE
ADAMS COUNTY BOARD OF DD VACANCY
The Adams Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities will have a Board member vacancy beginning January 1, 2017. This appointment by the Adams County Court of Common Pleas, Judge Brett M. Spencer is for a resident of Adams County who is interested and knowledgeable in the field of business, finance, and/or developmental disabilities. Appointments are for four-year terms. Anyone qualified and interested should send a letter to The Honorable Brett M. Spencer, Adams County Court of Common Pleas, Courthouse 110 W. Main Street West Union, Ohio 45693 Postmarked by December 16th, 2016.
PINE RIDGE PINE VILLAGE RESIDENTIAL HOMES INC
NOW HIRING DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF/STNA’S FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE • 2ND & 3RD SHIFTS DIRECT CARE STAFF 11.50 PER HOUR STNA’S 13.00 PER HOUR
QUALIFICATION’S INCLUDE: PASS A DRUG SCREEN • CLEAN BACKGROUND CHECK • VALID DRIVERS LICENSE • HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED • 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER • STNA’S MUST CARRY A CURRENT VALID CERTIFICATION YOU WILL BE ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN THEIR HOME AND COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT’S
SIGN ON BONUS OF $800.00
( after 400 hours worked ) Employee health insurance plan paid by the company, Vacation pay , Birthday pay, Aflac APPLY AT 146 NORTH 3RD STREET WILLIAMSBURG OHIO 45176 M-F 9 AM - 5 PM
FeeCorp Industrial Services
Are looking to hire for all positions at this time. If you have any questions please give us a call at 937-549-2566 or stop in our office at 400 West 2nd Street Manchester, Ohio 45144 Our hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
APTS UNFURNISHED
APT FOR RENT Small 2 BDR Apt at 448 Hickory St, WU, Must have references, No Pets. $425 per month, +deposit, includes water, sewage, yard care, all appliances, washer/dryer (937)205-5200
FOR RENT Apartment For Rent in Manchester, water & sewage included (513)404-5438
APTS UNFURNISHED
Now Accepting Applications Island View Apartments at 302 Cemetery St., Manchester. We offer 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for family, elderly, handicap, or disabled residents. Rent based on 30% of adjusted income. Contact Kay Chandler 937-549-1324 or Richards Management at 888-576-6468 for details. TTD/TTY 800-750-0750. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer & equal housing opportunity.
BATAVIA - TWO and THREE bedroom apartments available with open wait list. Accepting applications M-F, 9a.m.-4p.m. Apartments are income based. 513-732-3804
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
ABCAP ADAMS BROWN EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM
HOME VISITOR for the Early Head Start Program (40 hrs. per/wk., 52 wks/yr.). Must have good communication and organizational skills; have knowledge of child growth and development; make home visits and maintain records from the visits: develop positive working relationships with parents, coworkers, and other agency professionals; and attend community and agency meetings as well as out-of-town trainings. Qualifications include: CDA or Associates Degree within one year of hire. Must have reliable transportation available for work. Must have valid Ohio Driver’s License with clean driving record which meets agency’s fleet insurance company standards. We offer benefits such as vacation, holiday pay, health, dental and vision insurance as well as a retirement plan. To apply, please submit your resume by December 9, 2016 to: Bonita Haas, Director, Adams Brown Head Start, 406 W. Plum Street, Georgetown, OH 45121. ABCAP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DRUG-FREE WORK-PLACE
NOW HIRING!
STNA/CNA’s NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!
Morris Nursing Home is a 5 Star Rated Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation facility located in Bethel, OH. We are seeking to fill Full Time, Part Time and PRN positions as State Tested Nurse Aide (CNA) immediately! Applicants must be on the State of Ohio Registry and have a current license. Prior experience in Long Term Care settings is preferred. A passionate and caring attitude for the elderly is a must. Our resident’s always come first, so a personality and demeanor to work in a Long Term Care environment is essential. Please email your Professional Resumes to: Brendan.houser@hg-nh.com, Administrator. You can also apply online at:
www.hg-nh.com
or you can apply in person at:
322 S. Charity St, Bethel, OH 45106. We offer competitive pay and benefits, PRN additional pay, years of service raises and attendance bonuses, good employee perks and incentives and an excellent work environment where every employee is cared about and will be set up to succeed.
SENIOR HOMECARE UNLIMITED, LLC., a rapidly growing company in Mt. Orab, Ohio is seeking
CNA's, STNA's & HHA's IN ADAMS, BROWN AND HIGHLAND COUNTIES. If you enjoy working with the elderly and a flexible schedule please contact us at
937-444-0930 HOUSES FOR RENT
House For Rent Newly remodeled 3 BDR, 1 bath home in Manchester area, Big back yard, new appliances, washer, dryer hook up, $575 month plus deposit + water deposit, No Hud, No animals, available Dec. 1st, Call for more information: (937)779-7387 MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT
FOR RENT 2 BDR Mobile Home, 102 Diamond Street, Peebles, Require 2 Ref., $425 Deposit, $425 Rent Includes Water, (937)779-7796
FOR RENT Accepting Applications for a mobile home for rent, 2 BDR, 1 Bath on 4th Street in Peebles, $450 per month + deposit, Water, trash, sewage paid, Please call (740)947-1947 HOUSES FOR SALE
HOUSE FOR SALE Framed built home with 2 acres, built in 2005, 3 BDR, 2 Bath, with attached 24 X 24 garage, detached 24 X 32 pole barn with concrete floor, 220 electric, heat pump, above ground 24 ft pool, Completely remodeled in 2015, 72 Codi Lane, West Union, Call (937) 779-0883, Asking: $149,999
HOUSES FOR SALE
HOUSE FOR SALE 410 E. 7th Street, Manchester $55,000 or Rent to Own with $3,000 down, $500 per month, 2 1/2 bedrooms, metal roof, vinyl siding, new vinyl windows, hardwood floors, wrap around front porch with large covered deck, partial basement Call Lauvon 937-533-1754 CHILD CARE
BABYSITTER Amish Woman wanting to babysit in her home. Call (812)631-8215 BUSINESS SERVICES
Rubber Stamps Self-Inking & Rubber Stamps Copy Paper $35 Delivered. Call Adams County Press, LLC (937)-892-6307 Serving Adams County since 2009. MISC. FOR RENT
FOR RENT Furnished room for one in West Union (937)470-7821 FIREWOOD
Firewood for sale, split, stacked and delivered. $65 a rick. Call 937-217-4534.
Firewood For Sale Please Call: (937)203-5763
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at:
Georgetown 1 Apartments: 401 Marshall Ave. Georgetown, OH 45121 APPLY AT: 610 MARKLEY AVE. GEORGETOWN, OH 45121 or call for details at:
937-378-6460
Stove, refrigerator, and on site laundry. Possibility of rental assistance. "Metro Accepted" TDD #419-526-0466 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at:
Markley Square Apartments located at 610 MARKLEY AVE. GEORGETOWN, OH 45121 or call for details at
937-378-6460
Stove, refrigerator, and on site laundry. RENT BASED ON INCOME TDD #419-526-0466
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
FIREWOOD
FIREWOOD
Cut up slab wood, firewood, $10.00 a pick up load, 636 McFarland Rd, West Union PETS AND SUPPLIES
RAT TERRIER PUPPIES FOR SALE Registered, one male and three female, Ready for Christmas, $350.00 each, Call (937)892-9306
HAY & GRAIN
HAY FOR SALE Mixed hay, 4 X 4 rolls, $15 per bale, 4 X 5 net wrapped, $25 per bale, (937)544-3216 leave msg.
HAY FOR SALE Pure Timothy, Pure Orchard Grass, Pure Alfalfa, Alfalfa/Orchard Grass Mix, Mixed Grass. Large Round Bales (4 X 5 net wrapped) and small square bales available. Crawford Farms 937-779-7560
REAL ESTATE / CLASSIFIEDS
West Union People’s Defender HAY & GRAIN
MIXED HAY FOR SALE - 5x5 round bales $30.00, also square bales $4.00 937-618-1410
HAY FOR SALE 4 X 5 Round bales mixed grass hay, stored inside, second cutting square bales, Delivery available, Call (937)217-1095, leave msg MISC. FOR SALE
FOR SALE Butcher Hogs Delivery & bookings available. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401. HAY,STRAW & FIREWOOD FOR SALE Square bales of hay & straw and season firewood, Delivery available Call (937)217-4218 386-2507
3 pt buzz saw w/gear box-$75. Located outside of Seaman. For more information call 937-217-4093 FOR SALE Butcher Beef Buy half of half, half or whole. Bookings & delivery available December & January. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401. Logans Lane Greenhouse Fresh Cut Evergreen Wreaths, Swags, Centerpieces, Cemetery arrangements , Yule Logs, Male box huggies, Open 10am to 4pm, (937)5440114
AUTOS FOR SALE
FOR SALE Handicap 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, In floor ramp, Runs good, $3,200, (937)217-5401
YARD/GARAGE SALE
GIANT BARN SALE DEC. 15-17 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) LOCATED AT: 5426 ST. RT. 134 Rain or Shine 1 1/2 MILE FROM DODSONVILLE TOWARD BUFORD ON 134 Call Wendy at 937-444-1885 Cincinnati Reds items, sports pennants, Budweiser tins, Miller items, classic car items, Beatles items, sports cards, lamps, Hummels, dolls, Partylite, jewelry, DVDs, Danbury Mint lighthouses, tools, Pepsi items, records, stereo, Christmas items, Easter items, old hand saws, Fenton, Bluegrass items, Life magazines, books, Vintage clothing, china, Boyd glass, 1950’s tables, old license plates and much more!!!!!
937-544-2391
NEW LISTING! Come and tour this huge home! This huge 46 bedroom two story home has two bathrooms, a large open living and dining room and on the second floor a huge family room. This home has a fenced yard and is close to shopping and restaurants. A perfect home for you. Motivated seller asking only $139, 500. Call Ray for your viewing appointment.
YOU NEED TO SEE THIS! This could be your new home! Come and see this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an oversized yard, newer siding, and roof. Enjoy the beautiful hardwood floors downstairs and the full walkout basement. This home is minutes to the grocery and shopping area. You need to come and take a look. Great home and CHEAP payments! Priced at $69,000. Call Ray.
BEECHMONT AREA! We have a spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with attached garage close to the pool and walking trails for $99,000. Call Richard today. MOBILE HOME PARK offers 10 pads, each with a black top driveway and utilities. The park also includes a 3 bedroom stick built home, the park is fully rented, priced at $185,000. Call Richard. BE YOUR OWN BOSS Business Opportunity! This well established drive thru business offers alcohol, cigarettes, a variety of grocery items, pizza, sandwiches, wings, salads, and more. This opportunity is being offered turn key to include all kitchen equipment, inventory, coolers, security system, cash registers, if you need it - it’s already here. Priced to sell at $289,900. Call Richard today. FEELS LIKE THE COUNTRY! This comfortable 2 bedroom home rests on a double lot with terraced gardens in the back, and a garage with a workshop. The home includes a fireplace, large eat in kitchen, fantastic laundry room, and covered front and rear porches. Priced at $39,900. Call Rob today! PRICE REDUCED! SAVE $10,000! 17 acres surround this 3 bedroom 2 bath home. This home has new laminate floors, new roof, new windows, and lots of closets. This home has a rear deck and an above ground pool. The property has 10 wooded acres, 6 tillable acres and is fully fenced. Come over and take a look. Priced at $134,900. Call Ray for a personal tour today! YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS HOUSE! A fun place to live with lots of room to grow. This 1 1/2 story home is walking distance from the lake. Its cottage style rests on a double lot with a sun room and privacy fence. The property includes 3 out buildings, a fire pit, a small fish pond, and a rear patio area with outside speakers great for all your fall parties! Priced at $84,900. Call Ray. RIVER VIEW! One acre overlooking the river, beautiful views, and a beautiful stone wall. Water, septic, and electric are all in place. Priced at $39,900. Call Ray.
Richard Shriver 937-927-0125
ROSIE YOUNG .........................513-403-4126 PAT MUSTARD.........................937-728-0633 BILL HOLTON, AUCTIONEER ........513-312-1043 JESSE MCKINZIE, AUCTIONEER ...513-312-1043 DALE MENDENHALL ......................544-5385 LESLIE MCCLANAHAN............937-544-2400 OMAR VANCE ..........................937-217-2189 JOE R. GUSTIN.................................544-2224 NELSON ATKINSON ........................587-3728 BRENDA MCCLANAHAN ................695-0257
Angela Smith 937-927-0125
Bob Kelley 937-763-3377
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 B5
Sandy Kearns 937-365-1734
Carol Stafford 740-248-8237
Clark Castle 937-795-2178
Lawrence J. Perry 614-264-4373
Ray Mustard 937-725-2083
POSSIBLE LAND CONTRACT This 4 bedroom 2 story home rests on 3 acres along the side of a creek with woods. This home has a rear covered porch and a large barn and storage building. This home offers a living room, family room, and a partial basement. This home is private, has two entrances, and has additional acreage available. Priced at $89,900. Call Richard.
PRICED TO SELL! This 1 1/2 story home is located on a corner lot with a detached garage. This charming 3-4 bedroom home has a large kitchen and a fireplace. Priced at $25,000. Call Richard. COME AND SEE THE WILDLIFE! This 10 acres with woods and a creek has water and septic already in place. Come and enjoy the deer and turkey in your own back yard! Priced at $39,900. Call Wade. 2 HOMES Two 3 bedroom homes on 8.5 acres with some woods, partially fenced, and a creek! Priced at $49,900. Would make an excellent rental - double your income! Call Wade. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY on the Ohio River, 62 acres, lots of road frontage, and river frontage. Start working on your dream now! Call Richard for more details. 5 ACRES? 10 ACRES? What are you shopping for? We have 5 acres for $22,500 or 10 acres for $45,000 or buy 15 acres for $65,000. Located in a beautiful country setting. Call Wade for more details. HELP! HELP! Shouts this home resting on a double lot with a block garage. This home has newer siding and roof outside, but needs everything inside! Design your own home. Possible land contract for qualified buyer. $29,900. Call Wade. 2 FOR 1 PRICE How about a 2 story home and a 3 bedroom mobile home? Live in one, rent one. Priced at $45,000. Call Rob for more details. YOU WILL BE PROUD TO CALL THIS HOME! You must come and see this 4 bedroom 2 bath home. This quad level home offers brand new flooring throughout, huge family room, living room, and an attached 2 car garage. Exit the dining room to a rear deck and take in the wooded view and rolling fenced meadows. This home rests in the center of 10 acres with a large barn with horse stahls, water and electric. The farm also includes 2 two horse stahl loafing shacks and a chicken house! This farm has lots of extras. Come and visit! Agent Owned. New Price $224,900. Call Johanne Today!
Todd Ireland 937-716-0795
Bill Tharp 937-393-4605
Dennis Case II 740-707-6806
Dave Inman 937-403-1616
CRYSTAL SUTTERFIELD ..........937-779-1951 EARL JONES............................937-779-7078 WALT YEAGER .................................544-2434 LUCINDA HANSGEN .......................544-3353 MARTI KNAUFF .......................937-217-9344 LAWRENCE (LARRY) YOUNG..........544-3479 NANCY ATKINSON..........................587-3728 JANET WAGNER ..............................373-3111 DANNY DICK ...........................937-779-7930 NANCY REID............................513-377-2707
HOMES R3 – WEST UNION – Well maintained frame home with aluminum siding, 1188 SF living area plus full basement, 3 BR, 1 ½ baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, fuel oil furnace plus electric heater, F/P, public water/sewer, hardwood floors with some vinyl & carpeting, carport. This would make a nice starter or retirement home. PRICE REDUCED TO $40,000. R5 – WINCHESTER – Newly remodeled 2-story home, 1904 SF living area plus basement, 6 BR, 2 full baths, living room, large eat-in kitchen with appliances, electric furnace & baseboard, C/A, gas F/P, city water/sewer, new windows, nice flooring (wood, vinyl & carpeting), new 200 amp electric service, all new light fixtures, nice wood work & doors, 2-car detached garage, 18x20 barn with carport, front porch & back deck, 0.25 acre lot with additional lot available. THIS IS A MUST SEE $129,900. R7 – WEST UNION – Remodeled frame home with T111 siding, 1039 SF living area, full basement, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, electric furnace, C/A, city water/sewer, new windows, new 200 amp electric, new wiring, new lights, new cabinets, newly painted, floating floors, covered front porch. $64,000. R9 – PEEBLES – 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding, 856 SF living area plus partial basement, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with range, heat pump, C/A, city water/sewer, hardwood floors with some carpeting, 1car detached garage, covered front porch, 0.204 acre lot. Home has been well taken care of & would make a nice starter home or rental property. $49,000. R13 – WEST UNITION – Beautifully remodeled frame home with vinyl siding, 1050 SF, 3 BR, 1 bath with wood flooring, living room, eat-in kitchen with tile flooring, public water/sewer, new carpeting, 1-car attached garage, covered front porch, nice back deck, new privacy fence, 0.33 acre lot. This home is a MUST SEE. PRICE REDUCED TO $69,900. R15 – STOUT – 0.848 acre property with frontage on the Ohio River with a 1972 Kirkwood mobile home (14x70) in need of some TLC, 2 BR, 1 bath, loving room, eat-in kitchen with range, electric furnace, A/C, county water, 23x15 garage, blacktop driveway, could be lived in full time or used as a weekend retreat with a beautiful view of the river. PRICED REDUCED TO $26,999. R21 – WEST UNION – Combination brick/vinyl sided home, 2564 SF living area, 3 BR (possible 4th BR or office/bonus room), 2 full baths, living room, large family room, kitchen with island & appliances, dining room, electric furnace, heat pump, C/A, 2 F/P (1gas, 1 electric), floating floor, 2-car att. garage, above ground Kayak pool, white vinyl fenced back yard, pool house, nice 0.459 acre corner lot. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. $139,000. R25 – MANCHESTER – Beautiful well-maintained home with historic character and contemporary conveniences, 1832 SF living area, basement, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, hardwood floors, stained glass & new windows, newer natural gas furnace, 3 fireplaces, city water/sewer, located out of flood zone. This is a MUST SEE. PRICE REDUCED TO $65,000. R27 – PEEBLES - 2-story brick home built in 1949, 1444 SF living area, full unfinished basement, 4 BR (2 upstairs,
2 downstairs), 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, fuel oil furnace, city water/sewer, hardwood floors, new back porch, roof is being replaced with 30-year dimensional shingles, 0.3168 acre lot. Home is currently being rented with an excellent renter who has rented for 18 years. PRICE REDUCED TO $47,000. R29 – RUSSELLVILLE – 0.6 acre lot with mobile home featuring 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with refrigerator & range, dining room, electric furnace with heat pump, C/A, washer & dryer included, county water, septic, carpeting with some hardwood floors, 2-car garage, storage building. $45,500. HOMES WITH ACREAGE H1 – STOUT – 15.31 acres located at the end of a deadend road providing privacy, frame home with wood siding built in 2008, 100 SF living area plus full basement, 3 BR, 1 bath plus shower in basement, open living room, kitchen, dining area (gas range and freezer stays), wood stove and gas wall heater, county water, vinyl & carpeting, wrap-around porch, property also has a 2 BR cabin that could be fixed up, dog kennel, outbuilding, large barn, acreage has approximately 12 acres of woods that has not been timbered in 25 years. $82,000. H2 - WINCHESTER AREA - 1.126 acres in very nice country location with vinyl sided frame home built in 2006 in great condition, 1732 SF living area, 3 BR with walk -in closet in master BR, 2 full baths with Jacuzzi tub/shower in master bath, living room, kitchen with ref., range, dishwasher, very nice cabinets & lots of counter space, dining in master bath, living room, kitchen with ref., range, dishwasher, very nice cabinets & lots of counter space, dining room, sun room, utility room with washer & dryer, electric furnace, C/A, county water, septic, nice carpeting & tile, 24x24 attached garage, 8x24 covered front porch, back deck, very nice lawn with abundant garden space. THIS IS A MUST SEE - PRICE REDUCED TO $136,900. H5 – WEST UNION - 5.226 acres with double wide with additions added, 2,200+ SF living area, 4 BR, 3 baths, 4 bed rooms, 2 kitchens, handicap accessible, gas furnace & electric heat, C/A, 3-car garage, 24x36 horse barn with 3 horse stalls, fenced for horses, home is set up for two families. Also a 1992 Mobile Home with 2BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room, C/A all appliances stay with property, property is set up to accommodate 3 families. A MUST SEE. PRICED TO SELL AT $139,900. H7 - NEW LISTING - SEAMAN - 25.002 acres with 1993 DW with addition, 1782 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, great room, eat-in kitchen with range, utility room with dryer, electric furnace, C/A, wood burning F/P, 24x36 detached garage, porch & deck, swimming pool in need of some repair, 24 acres for hunting. PRICED TO SEE AT $139,900. H9 – WEST UNION - FIXER UPPER – 1 acre with frame building formerly used as a business, could be used as a home or business, county water, septic in need of some repair. $19,500. H13 – GEORGETOWN – 7.24 acres with 2 mobile homes, 2 septic systems, county water. Both homes rent for $450/month plus $40/month for water. Would make a great place for a new home. $79,900. H19 – MANCHESTER AREA – Very beautiful setting including 2+ acres with brick/vinyl sided home built in 1994, 1650 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec-
NEW LISTING! This is just what you have been looking for. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home rests on 5+ acres with an attached 2 car garage. A country setting, private drive, beautiful lawn - its just what you need! Priced at $135,000. Your going to love it! Call Ray and schedule your appointment today.
Robert Castle 937-795-2178
Kirk Knoblauch 937-382-8508
Johanne S. Purbaugh 513-616-7443
Wade Shriver 937-509-3370
Ashley McKee 937-402-8646
Due to OUTSTANDING SALES We need NEW LISTINGS
tric furnace, C/A, F/P and wood stove, county water, septic, enclosed front & back porches, 24x32 (2-car) detached garage, 16x20 workshop, 14x40 shelter house, wood shed, nice yard & garden spot and creek behind home. THIS IS A MUST SEE. PRICED REDUCED TO $94,500. H23 – PEEBLES – 4 acres more or less with 1992 DW, 1920 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, propane furnace, C/A, county water, septic, floating floors with carpeting, 2-car detached garage with new roof, covered front porch, pool house, 32x16 in-ground pool, large back deck, beautiful well-maintained home, beautiful pine trees. PRICE REDUCED $100,000. H25 – WEST UNION – 1.954 acres with 2001 Palm Harbour home with vinyl siding, 1624 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths with garden tub in master, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, electric furnace, heat pump, C/A, wood burning F/P, county water, carpeting, vinyl and tile floors, 30x60 detached garage with office. Home offers country living close to town. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE – PRICED TO SELL AT $99,900. H29 - MANCHESTER - 7 acres located on the Ohio River offering a beautiful view, frame home with vinyl siding built in 2006, 1200 SF living area plus full block basement, 2 BR, 2 full baths, open living room/kitchen/dining area, natural gas furnace, C/A, wood stove, well, septic, very nice back porch with great view of river, 30x26 det. garage, 60x24 pole barn with workshop area, 20x20 carport, gazebo, all furniture stays with property including ref., range, microwave, dryer. $459,900. H40 – DECATUR – 1+ acres with brick home, 1782 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat0in kitchen with range, utility room, propane furnace, F/P C/A, county water, 2 wells, septic, 24x24 detached garage, porch, back deck, 8x12 barn. This is a MUST SEE - PRICED TO SELL AT $124,900. FARMS F1 - BLUE CREEK AREA - NICE CABIN & BARN ON 32 ACRES -32.299 acre get away, nice 2 BR cabin, large tobacco barn, good hunting with a mix of woods & open fields, lots of road frontage of Phipps Road & Blue Creek Road, perfect retirement home, ONLY $129,900, additional 26 acres available. F2 – ABERDEEN – 80+ acre farm with about 10 acres of scattered woods and balance could be used for pasture/hay, vinyl sided frame home built in 2007, 1192 SF living area + full-out basement with 9 foot ceiling, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with pantry, electric furnace, heat pump, C/A, county water, septic, Pella windows, 3-car carport with patio, 30x64 barn, 60x86 barn, pond. $299,900. F11 – WEST UNION – 11.004 acre mini horse farm has 1999 DW, 1596 SF living area with full basement, 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, gas furnace, C/A, county water, deck, 2-car carport 28x70 barn with 16x24 lean-to, 7 horse stalls, small barn, electric fences, creek, 30 ft. above ground pool. $129,900. BUILDING LOTS L3 – PEEBLES – 3 lots totaling 0.459 acre with old house. $22,500. L5 – WEST UNION – 0.54 acre town lot, water/sewer available. $14,000.
L8 – WEST UNION – 0.9588 acre building lot located in town. $27,000. L10– WEST UNION – Very nice lot 0.706 acre lot in nice restricted subdivision, city water/sewage available, excellent spot for new home. PRICED REDUCED TO $19,500. VACANT LAND V1 – MANCHESTER – 413.47 acres which includes a 40 acre campground on the Ohio River and approximately 375 acres of hunting land, approximately 5000 feet of Ohio River frontage and approximately 5000 feet of road frontage on both sides of US 52, riverfront property has a campground with 64 campsites with water, electric & septic (52 sites are already rented for $990 per year each), campground has boat dock to put boats in and out of water plus additional ones, shelter house, shower house. $950,000. V5 – OLIVE TWP. – 2.95 wooded acres with some marketable timber, nice building lot, water & electric available. $11,900. V7 – BLUE CREEK AREA – 26 ACRES, WOODS, BARN, HOMESITE – 26.471 acres, older barn, nice homesite, about 5 acres meadow, remainder wooded, good hunting area, lots of frontage on Blue Creek Road, also fronts of Phipps Road, ONLY $59,900, additional land available. V9 – WINCHESTER – 5.01 wooded acres with some large trees, nice place to build a new home. $32,500. V10 -WEST UNION – 6 wooded level/rolling acres joining the Chapparal Prairie State Nature. PRICED REDUCED TO $32,000. V13 - RIPLEY – 3.46 acres located on US 62/US 68, public water & sewer nearby, nice place to build. $34,900. V18 - STOUT – 20.106 acres adjoining Shawnee State Forest, approx. 12 acres of woods, county water, septic, 36x24 barn with concrete floor, RV camper. PRICE REDUCED TO $55,000. BUSINESS B1 - ABERDEEN - INVESTMENT PROPERTY - 2-story apartment building with vinyl siding, 2240 SF living area, 6 total apartments, 3 apartments have 1 BR, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen. 3 apartments have 2 BR, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, property also has 4 mobile home hookups with 2 mobile homes currently on property that are in need of repair. PRICE REDUCED TO $25,000. B7 - MANCHESTER - 413.47 acres which includes a 40 acre campground on the Ohio River and approximately 375 acres of hunting land, approximately 5000 feet of Ohio River frontage and approximately 5000 feet of road frontage on both sides of US 52, riverfront property has a campground with 64 campsites with water, electric & septic (52 sites are already rented for $990 per year each), campground has boat dock to put boats in and out of water plus additional ones, shelter house, shower house. $950,000. Owner would consider dividing. B10 - WEST UNION - INVESTMENT PROPERTY - 1.94 acres with 4 mobile homes that rent for $300/month each, house which rents for $425/month, Big Red Barn rents for $500/month, additional home rents for $200/month (caretaker lives in home and get a rent reduction), 4 additional mobile home hook-ups. $155,000.
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WINCHESTER $164,900 #1517349 Newly built home, 3 bd 2 ba, full walk out basement, new appliances stay as well. Close to SR 32. Don’t miss out on this one! WINCHESTER $125,000 #1517346 Great fixer upper. Brick home with 4 bd, 1 ba, basement. Has 36x36 barn w/a 18x36 shed attached. Operating shop 18x48. Great location close to SR 32. WEST UNION $299,000 #1507496 NEW LISTING! 45 acre property adjoins a high-end executive subdivision in Adams County. Located approx 1 mile from courthouse square. Adjoining acreage to sub could be deleloped. This 3 bd, 2 ba solid stick built home has beaut block frpl, lrg LR, FR, kit & lndry room. Lrg lean-to implement barn, tractor barn & 3 storage sheds on prop. Property has approx. 15 wooded acres. WINCHESTER $89,900 #1511607 Looking for a peaceful location? Check out this 3 bdrm, 1 bath home sitting on 2.7 acres. Central location and easy access to St Rt 32. WEST UNION $74,900 #1514072 Looking for that weekend getaway or hunting retreat? Here is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath cabin nestled on 6.3 acres, ready to move in, fully furnished. Surrounded by an abundance of woods and wildlife. RARDEN $194,000 #1502518 Hunters Paradise! Wildlife abundance. Approx 90 acres surrounded by serenity and peacefullness. Scenic and beautiful views! WINCHESTER $19,400 #1513916 Great starter home or investment property! Needs a little TLC, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, outbuilding. Appliances stay! WEST UNION Beautiful lots available in Rigdon Farms Subdivision, water and electric available. Build your dream home here! Call Jamie Young @ 937-515-1942 for more information. SEAMAN $94,000 PRICE REDUCED! #1470065 Gorgeous 4 bedroom home in town, home includes a country kitchen, living room, and dining room. Relaxing
screened-in back porch overviewing the shaded backyard. Nice oversized atached garage. Extremely well maintained. MANCHESTER $59,000 PRICE REDUCED! #1490562 Peacefulness with a beautiful view is what you will find with this 2 bedroom A-frame home. Sitting on 1.54 acres. Also features 20.27 2 car garage. Immediate possession available. WEST UNION $149,000 PRICE REDUCED! #1487043 Very secluded home sitting on 5 acres, nestled back and surrounded by woods. This 4000+ sq ft home has a beautiful rock floor in kitchen, and open cathedral ceiling in the loft. Very unique. Must see! SARDINIA $129,900 #1508629 Quaint 3BD, 2 BA home located near SR 32. Move in ready. Newly constructed 30x42 pole barn. New A/C. Would make a great starter or retirement home. Don’t let this one slip away! MANCHESTER $124,000 #1511098 Looking for a getaway home or hunting retreat? This property has an abundance of wildlife, stocked pond, as well as a pole barn that is finished w/1bd, kitchenette, and furnished. Around 2 acres cleared for food plots or a homesite. Accessibility from two different roads, electricity, water available. PEEBLES $19,900 #1511841 Nice building lot in Peebles. Already has water and sewer. Corner Lot and close to SR 32. WINCHESTER $94,000 #1513054 Great starter home! Just outside of Winchester, 3 BD, 1BA, newly remodeled kitchen, 16x24 garage, wood stove, great location. PEEBLES $99,000 NEW LISTING # 1514915 Very nice 4 br, 2 ba home on 8 acres. 1st floor master w/walk-in closet. Property incl 10x28 barn w/2 stalls & tack room. Approx 3 acres fenced. Above ground pool w/10x16 pool house & 8x30 deck. A chicken house & shed are also on the property. Property has an abundance of deer & wildlife.
Dawn Brodt - 937-728-0131
Marla May - 937-515-9744
George Bushelman - 937-217-2175
Angela Caraway - 937-544-7292
Robert Pell - 937-544-3230 Roger Dillon - 544-5439
Dawn Jordan - 513-260-5550
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HOME HA-471//OHIO BRUSH CREEK FRONTAGE-600 H-438//NEW LISTING!!-ADORABLE RANCH FT-HOME & 36.778 ACRES-Enjoy the privacy and HOME!-3 Bedrooms, att garage, black top drive, nice yard with a covered rear porch. Situated in a quiet subdivision- West Union- city utilities. Asking $54,500 H-437//PEEBLES!!-CHARMING HOME!-Situated on a quiet street at the edge of town, many new updates including wiring, and laminate flooring, 3 bedrooms, 1 b ath full unfinished basement. An open living family and kitchen area. Many windows for natural light, a nice back yard with a detached garage and mature shade. Asking $68,500 H-439//HUNTING CABIN!-This home would make an excellent weekend getaway, or a permanent home,
seclusion of this hidden treasure with deep water frontage, a cabin with a wrap-around porch, bedroom, kitchen, bath, and living room on the main level large open loft. A shooting range, small pond, out buildings, city water, electric and telephone. Fishing-boatingswimming-hunting, this place has it all!! Asking $168,500
HA-461// HOME & 10 ACRES!!-Beautiful setting featuring open yard and mature shade, nice garden area, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, ranch DW, kitchen appliances stay, open kitchen and living room with a wood burning fireplace, central air and heat. Rear deck and a HA-467//MOTIVATED SELLER!!-JOINS THE NA- front porch, nice outbuilding with 2 rooms, and elecTURE CONSERVANCY!!-THE OHIO RIVER IS tric. An older shed and a spring, county water. AskJUST ACROSS THE STREET!-Beautiful Views of ing $69,500 The Ohio River, public campground and boat ramp just up the road-9.25 Acres mostly wooded, excellent HA-469//HOBBY FARM & 3 ACRES!-MOTIVATED Hunting or Nature Lovers Paradise-2 separate home SELLER!-Flat to gently rolling land, nice garden area, sites featuring 2 single wide homes with city water, a barn with 2 stalls and storage, fenced pasture for electric, and septic. Owner lives in one home and that 4-H project, Large pond, Farm house is great rents the 2nd. A pole barn/garage with concrete condition with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floor a large bar with game room in the back. flooring, a breezeway for an extra room adjoining the oversized 2 car garage, with overhead storage. OWNER WANTS AN OFFER! $59,900 Kitchen appliances and washer/dryer stay. Nice side HA-472//ESCAPE FROM IT ALL! - This 2 bedroom porch to hang out and enjoy the surroundings. Asking furnished cabin features an abundance of natural $129,500 light, with the floor to ceiling windows overlooking the back yard haven. Situated on 3.007 beautiful acres. HA-453//6.5 ACRES & LARGE POND-Peebles areaWell groomed trails, perfect for hiking, hunting or tak- Large DW featuring 3 bedrooms 2 full baths, Living ing in the sounds of nature. Electric and county water, short hike from State Nature Preserve. Everything stays! Priced to sell $42,900 everything in great condition, property has currently been used for hunters. Sprigg Twp. 36x24, kitchen appliances as well as washer and dryer stay, city water. $34,900
entrance. Open land area for a camper hook up and large stocked pond. This property is only 2 miles from Mineral Springs Lake and Resort, easy access to State Route 32 . Call for Details. OWNER WANTS AN OFFER!!!! $114,500
F-398//-NEW LISTING!!-A RARE FIND! 176.24 ACRES FARM- Frontage on State highway and county road, excellent location just 6 miles off State Route 32, ground is mostly tillable. Property is currently signed up for Conservation Reserve Program for instant income approximately $9,000 a year, it expires 9/30/17. This farm will make an excellent crop, livestock, and or development property, land is flat to gently rolling. This land is also abundant with trophy size whitetail deer and would make an amazing hunting property. $686,400
F-397// END OF THE ROAD PRIVACY!-53 Pristine Acres & Amazing 3 level farm house, featuring 5000 sq ft of living space, 4 bdrms (with potential for more), 3 ½ baths. 17x21 Master with his/hers walk-in closets, jacuzzi tub and raised dbl vanity. Large country kitchen with loads of maple cabinets, bar area incorporating the a large open great room, magnificent 2 story stone wood burning fireplace, providing a dynamic atmosphere, cathedral ceiling, a full finished walk out basement w/mother-in law suite and or great hang out for the kids, plus an unfinished 2nd story bonus room with heat and air, att oversized 2 car garage. 32x56 Amish built pole barn with 2 overhead doors for a drive-thru, work shop, a basketball court, concrete floor, and stalls. 16x20 equipment shed. Also a 14x72 newly remodeled mobile home situated on the farm for rental income or tenant housing. Approximately 12 acres of woods, abundant with wildlife, great hunting or nature viewing. This Home was built in 2002 by one of the county’s finest craftsman. Come view this exceptional treasure! Many extras! Asking $499,000
937-515-5312
Steve Brown - 937-725-0044
Angela Waits - 937-779-7004
available. Great weekend retreat or building site. Asking $14,500
V635//-POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE- NEW LISTING!! EXCELLENT HUNTING & RECREATIONAL LAND!-27.74 - Hunting & Recreational property-hiking, camping, and ATV riding. Close proximity to Shawnee State Forest & Lodge. Property features mature trees, as well as approximately 2.5 buildable acres for permanent residence or cabin. Electric and county water available. $59,500
V-634//-NEW LISTING!!-10.5 ACRES-SOUTHERN OHIO AT ITS FINEST! - Excellent hunting land, weekend retreat, or building site, land is gently rolling with mature trees, abundant wildlife, and existing trails. Loft-style Amish cabin, county water and electric on site. $42,000 V-633//NEW LISTING!-112 ACRES-JOINS NATURE CONSERVANCY!-Excellent hunting or Nature Lovers Paradise!- Very private near the end of a dead end road in a valley setting abundant with wildlife and mature hardwoods, several trails, a primitive cabin, electric and county water are available, creek, and rock formations. This property is only 2 miles from The Beautiful Ohio River and public boat ramp. Enjoy everything Southern Ohio has to offer! Asking $196,000 V-555// WEST UNION AREA! BUILDING LOT SITUATED-In a new restricted subdivision with beautiful homes, black top streets, city water, sewage, and underground electric. Featuring 4.5 acres, approximately 1 acre open and remainder in woods, situated at the end of a dead end street, for extra privacy. Asking $34,900
V-625//GREAT HUNTING OR RECREATIONAL LAND!-3 Acres-Situated not far from the Ohio River, Beautiful Ohio Brush Creek and The Nature ConserV-630//NEW LISTING!!-VACANT LAND!-4.3 vancy, Water and electric are available, mostly ACRES- Beautiful scenic setting on a quiet dead end wooded land. Asking $10,500 road with open and wooded land, electric, and counCOMMERCIAL try water available, excellent building site or weekend getaway, abundant with whitetail deer and wild turkey. C-402//MANY POSSIBILITIES!!- 1835 Sq ft building $22,500 with an office and bathroom, and 2 great rooms, a V-629//NEW LISTING!!!-6.66 ACRES-Vacant land large garage with electric and concrete floor, parking mostly tillable and gently rolling situated on a quiet area, this building has many possibilities, and has dead end road. Abundant with wildlife, scattered been used as a auto repair, real estate office, a church, work out gym, and more. Call for details, woods. Currently in crops. Asking $25,500. much exposure. West Union area. Call for details. V-628//OHIO RIVER LOT-Over 100 ft of Ohio River $64,900 frontage. Nice lot with county water and electric available. Breathtaking Views- Rural and Quiet!! Only C-401//GREAT INCOME PROPERTY!!-This property features 3 mobile homes on a nice corner lot in $19,900 Peebles. Generating a great monthly income! Many V-632// POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING AVAIL- possibilities! Call for details. Asking $49,500 ABLE - VACANT LAND-11.297 ACRES!-Property is flat to gently rolling mostly tillable, featuring 2 creeks, C-122//GREAT LOCATION!-On State Route 41 just excellent building site or recreational property. Elec- past the Walmart, 2.84 acres all city utilities, Owner ready to Sell! $169,500. WANTS AN OFFER! tric and water are available. $37,500
HA-473//NEW LISTING!! HIDDEN TREASURE Rustic 4 bedroom ranch with 2 full baths, original hard wood flooring and many unique characteristics, large brick fireplace hearth on both levels, extra large great room with picture window, cedar lined closets, a full basement with its own private entrance, a kitchen, making potential for a second living quarters, great for guests, or home business, this property features 10 gently rolling wooded acres, abundant with wildlife and private back yard to enjoy the scenery, excellent room, family room Extra large master bdrm with room V-636//-NEW LISTING!! MATURE WOODED LAND C-130//EXCELLENT EXPOSURE!-1.19 Acre-Corner access with block top half circle drive and large car for a sitting area as well. Wood burning fireplace, - Privately situated near the end of a dead end road, of State Route 32 and State Route 247, excellent loport for several cars. Asking $148,500 open living and kitchen area, utility room with outside mature hardwoods, county water and electric are cation for a business. Asking $249,900
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West Union People’s Defender
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 B7
SUNDAY, DEC. 4, 2016 BEGINNING AT 9:30 AM
PUBLIC AUCTION
BAXLA TRACTOR SALES INC. CONSIGNMENT EQUIPMENT AUCTION Located at Baxla Tractor Sales, between Seaman & Winchester, Ohio, at 4595 TriCounty Hwy. (Old St. Rt. 32).
Location: 180 Flaugher Hill Road, Aberdeen, OH 45101, U.S. 52 East of Wm. Harsha Bridge. Signs Posted. CAR, BLACKSMITH TOOLS, OLD TOOLS & MISC. Ant. souvenir post card album, ant. scrap book mostly Aberdeen, lg. Atlas of Brown Co., 2 Harper’s Pictorial History Civil War book, History of Brown Co. Ohio 1883, post cards, crocks, lg. steel rendering kettle, sausage press, steelyards, Bavaria, Germany Pasco China full set of 12 place setting w/matching accessories, Fostoria goblets, Green & Cream Granite pcs., ant. sewing chair, 1998 Cadillac Catera, Old wagon, Charlies neon sign, Old pictures, Jewelry boxes and jewelry, Christmas items, Zima signs and other signs, Brown County books, Couch and Love seat, Cast-iron, Brown wood stove, Bengals sign, Small Elvis collection, Hillsboro bells, Many items not listed.
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SAT., DECEMBER 31, 2016 at 10:00 WE ARE TAKING CONSIGNMENTS NOW! ITEMS MAY BE CONSIGNED UP TO THE DAY OF AUCTION; IF YOU WANT YOUR ITEMS ADVERTISED, CONTACT BAXLA TRACTOR SALES, INC., BEFORE DECEMBER 14 Items will be kept behind chain link fence for security; Consign & bring items early so they can be on display for the buyers to view! Tractors will be offered throughout the day in the lines. TERMS: Cash or check w/ proper ID. Financing available w/ prior approval through CNH Capital - Contact Larry Calvert at Baxla’s call 937-695-0766, 513732-2300 or 740-335-8821; Any announcements made by auctioneer on day of sale take precedence over this ad. SPONSORED BY: BAXLA TRACTOR SALES, INC. Ph. 937-386-2440 OR 937-695-0766
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Amazing Views from the covered front porch of this 2 or 3 bedroom, 2 bath home! Only 2 years old, laminate & ceramic floors, electric furnace & gas stove, nice large rooms, master bedroom with adjoining bath & extra large walk-in closet, attached garage, pond, fencing & abundant with wildlife!! Immediate Possession. #1515120 - Peebles - $89,900 - New Listing! - Brick home sitting on 2.54 acres, 2 or could be 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family
room with fireplace, new gas furnace & air, covered porch, 2 car garage, county water, neat property! Nice large yard on state highway, only few miles from SR 32. Immediate Possession. #1516364 - West Union - $199,900 - New Listing! - 33 Acres,
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