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December 6, 2013

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CINCINNATI (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; An icy blast of wintry weather was bearing down on Ohio even as much of the state was unseasonably warm Thursday. Temperatures in the 50s and 60s were expected to plunge by the weekend, some by more than 40 degrees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a cold front moves through, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to bring rain, changing to a wintry mix, changing to all snow tomorrow,â&#x20AC;? said Mike Kurz, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Wilmington,

in southwest Ohio. A mix of freezing rain, sleet and snow was expected late Thursday or early Friday for most of Ohio, with significant snowfall later Friday in the southwest and central regions, in some cases during peak afternoon commutes. Kurz said a swath of Ohio in the Interstate 70 and 71 corridors from Cincinnati through Columbus is likely to see the most snow. Most counties there are expected to get 2 to 6 inches by Friday night, with much colder temperatures falling into the teens in

some places. Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AAA travel club expects a busy Friday, with calls for help from thousands of stranded motorists likely. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready for the storm,â&#x20AC;? spokeswoman Kimberly Schwind said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re calling in extra crews because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re anticipating skyrocketing numbers of calls.â&#x20AC;? She said besides slick and icy conditions, sharp temperature drops can cause low tire pressure, leading to spinouts and flat tires, and dead batteries are also a problem in sudden cold. AAA recommends

that motorists gas up in case they get stranded. Meanwhile, flood watches were issued across southeast Ohio, with rain and sleet expected. Kurz said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s difficult to make an overall prediction on what kind of winter Ohioans can expect, since there are no strong global weather factors such as an El Nino that can have an impact. He said there likely will be a lot of â&#x20AC;&#x153;short-term variabilityâ&#x20AC;? in the weeks ahead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You kind of wait and see what it brings,â&#x20AC;? Kurz said.

Carols at dinner Fast-food protests return amid push for wage hikes Fast-food workers and labor organizers are marching, waving signs and chanting in cities across the country Thursday amid a push for higher wages. Page 4

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Jobs report to validate US economy Josh Boak AP Economics Writer

WASHINGTON (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The U.S. economy appears to be gathering momentum ahead of the critical holiday shopping season. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing faster, corporate profits are rising and companies are laying off the fewest workers in six years, government reports show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The momentum looks strong,â&#x20AC;? said Chris Rupkey, chief economist at the Bank

or Tokyo-Mitsubishi. Encouraging as the latest figures are, hopes for a robust finish to 2013 hinge on strong hiring. And that depends, in part, on what the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s November jobs report shows when it is released on Friday. The recovery from the Great Recession that ended 4Â˝ years ago has come in fits and starts. And even Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s government report that the economy grew at a robust annual rate of 3.6 percent from July

through September was hardly cause for celebration. Nearly half the growth came from businesses building up their stockpiles, a temporary factor. Excluding stockpiling, annual growth last quarter was a mere 1.9 percent. Unless consumers step up spending during the holiday season, stockpiling is likely to slow, â&#x20AC;&#x153;perhaps severely,â&#x20AC;? said Pierre Ellis, a senior managing director at Decision Economics.

Most economists foresee a sharp slowdown in growth during the October-December quarter as businesses do less stockpiling. Early estimates for economic growth are at or below an annual rate of 1.5 percent. Paul Ashworth, chief U.S. economist at Capital Economics, cautioned that a drop in fourth-quarter growth might not necessarily signal a weakening economy. Ashworth noted that the report on third-quarter growth

showed that business sales surged, corporate profits rose, income grew and Americans saved more. The report adds â&#x20AC;&#x153;to the evidence that the recovery is gaining momentum,â&#x20AC;? Ashworth said. To sustain that strength, the economy needs more jobs. On Friday, the government will show whether steady gains in hiring over the past few months continued in November. See ECONOMY | 4

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Members of the Luckey family, of Sidney, earlier this year traveled to Stones River Battlefield National Park, in Murfreesboro, Tenn., to visit the battle site where their ancestors, James N. Luckey and Frank H. Luckey, of Shelby County, fought for the Union Army. Robert J. Luckey III, of Sidney, took the trip with his father Robert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bobâ&#x20AC;? J. Luckey II; his grandfather, Robert Luckey; and his son, Robert A. Luckey. The four generations made the trip in honor of their great-uncle, James Luckey, and great-grandfather, Frank H. â&#x20AC;&#x153;F.H.â&#x20AC;? Luckey, who fought

in the battle of Stones River. Frank is the fourth great-grandfather of Robert Luckey III. The Battle of Stones River took place in Murfreesboro from Dec. 31, 1862, to Jan. 2, 1863. It was a battle in the U.S. Civil War, during which more than 80,000 men fought, with more than 24,000 casualties. This key battle created important strategic military gains for the Union Army. The Union army was led by Gen. Rosencrans, and the Confederacy led by Gen. Bragg in this deadly battle. In addition to the Luckey brothers of See LUCKEYS| 2

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Sidney Daily News, Friday, December 6, 2013

Residents gripe over basement sewer water MINSTER — Minster Village Council at its recent meeting heard from several residents about sewer water problems in their basements. Steve and Dorothy Bruns and Charlie and Marcie Hoying attended the meeting to explain the sewer water problems they experienced for the past 20 years. Steve mentioned he has had four major house repairs over the past 17 years due to sewer water in his basement. He is asking the village to do its share in fixing the problem. He thought a sensor could be installed in the sewer line to alert a possible problem. He is also asking for a schedule for when and what will be done to eliminate the problem. Charlie Hoying said the line was installed in 1938 and he has had sewer water in his basement on four different occasions. Village Administrator Don Harrod explained he is aware of tree roots in the line. The line was jet-rod out for a temporary fix but a long-term solution needs to be engineered. Harrod was to meet with Jeff Puthoff, Choice One Engineering, to discuss possible solutions to the problem. He stated inflow and infiltration is the real problem and the village is trying to iden-

tify where the stormwater is entering the system. Council members Steve Kitzmiller and Nicole Clune mentioned it needs to be a priority. In other business, council: • Adopted an ordinance approving a contract for the Efficiency Smart program. The current three-year contract with Efficiency Smart ends in 2013. Randy Corbin, American Municipal Power vice president of energy policy and sustainability, asked council to approve a three-year extension beginning in 2014. He presented information concerning the Efficiency Smart program and stated Efficiency Smart is a low-cost, least-risk new power source. Kristyn Wilder presented some historical savings data over the past three years. The contract is an AMP-Vermont Energy Investment Corp. performancebased contract with a member guarantee. The estimated energy-efficiency savings over the three years is 1,873 MWh with a guarantee of 70 percent. The cost of the contract is $500,900, with a benefit-to-cost-ratio of 2.79. • Heard the second reading of an annual ordinance that authorizes a fire protection mutual aid agreement between

the Loramie Fire District and the Minster-Jackson Township Fire Department. The agreement is to provide service to properties located within McLean Township, north of the north shore of Lake Loramie (Hegemann’s Landing area) for a fee of $13,477.50 as compared to the 2013 amount of $13,178.00. • Adopted an ordinance for the purchase of a transformer. The Electrical Department has been working with Dannon to energize one of the new transformers that was recently installed. In doing so it was discovered the new transformer is not compatible with a secondary electrical system that was being installed in the Dannon facility. A new transformer that is compatible is available from ELSCO for $70,000. • Heard the first reading of an ordinance to vacate utility easements. Diamond Estates Lots 1, 3, and 5, located on the west side of Line Drive, would like to combine into two lots. Two 15-foot utility easements will need to be vacated and a new easement will be placed in the middle of the two new lots. • Passed a motion to reject bids for Minster Machine Centennial Park improve-

Blood drive set for Dec. 10 Kathy Pleiman, Shelby and Logan County coordinator for the Community Blood Center, reports that a public blood drive will be held in the county the week of Dec. 9. On Dec. 10, the Houston Community Association will host a public blood drive at the Houston Community Center during the hours of 2:30-6:30 p.m. The Community Center is located at 5005 Russia-Houston Road, Houston. Whole blood and double red cells will be collected during the blood drive. Deanna Walker and Bruce Walker are serving as chairpersons for the Christmas blood drive. The Community Blood Center will celebrate state pride, home team heroics and helping save lives with a Community Blood Center

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(CBC) “Buckeye Strong” blood drives in the area. Everyone who registers to donate will receive a customdesigned “Buckeye Strong – Blood Donor” T-shirt. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment online at www.DonorTime. com.or call 1-800-388-GIVE. Healthy donors are encouraged to donate at this time. Donors can support CBC no matter what Old Man Winter brings by calling a CBC office or visiting www.givingblood.com with questions about health, schedules and operating hours. Technology is making it faster and more convenient than ever to schedule your next blood donation. Just use your computer or smart phone to make an appointment online at www. DonorTime.com., or donors can schedule with Pleiman at 937-295-3100, walk-ins are welcome as schedule permits. A picture ID with full name, such as a driver’s license, is necessary to have in order to donate. Donors should be in good health and eat their normal diet. It is suggested to drink a lot of water the day before and the day of donation. Donors

are required to provide a photo ID that includes their full name. Past CBC donors are also asked to bring their CBC donor ID card. Donors must be at least 16 years of age (16 year old donors must have parental consent, forms are available at www. givingblood.org or at CBC branch and blood drive locations), weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be in good physical health. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) changes blood donor eligibility guidelines periodically. Individuals with eligibility questions are invited to email canidonate@cbccts.org or call 1(800)388-GIVE(4483) Additional blood drive scheduled in the area include: • Dec 17, Sacred Heart Church, McCartyville, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., public blood drive. • Dec 18, Botkins High School, Botkins, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., student/staff blood drive. • Dec 20, Fort Loramie High School, Fort Loramie, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., student/staff blood drive. • Dec 26, Mary Rutan Hospital, Bellefontaine, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., public blood drive.

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ments. One bid for the proposed improvements to the park was received from Heyne Construction for $212,943. The engineering estimate by Garmann and Miller for the project was $130,000. The bid was over the 10 percent limitation and cannot be accepted. The Park Committee will work with Garmann and Miller to discuss modifications to the project and revise the estimate. • Council granted a one-year lease to Robert Goubeaux, of Versailles, to farm the land at the Schmitmeyer farm.Six proposals for farming the land (approximately 80 acres) were received with the highest bid from Goubeaux for $312.50 per acre. In his administrator’s report, Harrold said: • Jutte Excavating continues to work on the raw water line extension to the Luedeke farm. The line has been installed in the middle of Fourth Street and extended to the point where the line runs parallel to Fourth Street in the south side ditch. Jutte Excavating has dug out and replaced with stone and asphalt the section of the Fourth Street roadway within the corporation limit. • The village has received

the final report for testing of the wells at the Luedeke farm from Layne. This report has been submitted into the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency for their approval. Once EPA grants approval of the report, the next step in making the wells operable can begin. • The ball diamonds and shelter houses at the Four Seasons Park have been prepped for winter. The shelter house with the fire pit in it will be left open for the winter. The Parks Department has also purchased a mat that will go around the well head at the bottom of the sledding hill. This will be used rather than the inner tubes this winter. • The village has identified approximately 15 ash trees that are infected and could be taken down as part of the grant received from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The village will send property owners notices that their tree is available for removal as part of the grant. The village has until May to remove the trees • Crews removed several large pine trees from the right of way in front of Parkview Subdivision. These trees had sustained damage in a previous storm.

City record Police log THURSDAY -12:10 a.m.: theft. Ellean E. Davis, 349 Enterprise Ave., reported a purse removed from her vehicle at that location WEDNESDAY -5:49 p.m.: criminal damaging. Michael E. Park, 82 Brooklyn Ave., reported damage to a door and frame, estimated at $400. -5:22 p.m.: domestic violence. Dedrah M. Lamb, 27, 422 Riverside Drive, was arrested for domestic violence at that location. -4:41 p.m.: breaking and entering. Arrowhead Apartments personnel reported someone was squatting in a vacant apartment. -4:17 p.m.: criminal damaging. Susan K. Cantrell, 233 N. Main Ave., reported damage estimated at $1,000 to her vehicle. The vehicle

was egged and scratched. -9:33 a.m.: contempt. Brandon L. Steele, 26, 718 Lynn St., was arrested on a warrant. -9:18 a.m.: identity theft. Jodi L. Clay, 1107 Fairmont Drive, reported someone used her identity. -9:04 a.m.: breaking and entering. Ulysee Robinson Jr., 329 Maple St., reported damage to a door frame and theft of a propane heater at 324 Maple St. Loss/damage was estimated at $199. SUNDAY -12:03 a.m.: burglary. Joshua B. Stith, 2543 Alpine Court, reported someone entered his residence and stole several items, including a laptop computer and two guitars. Loss was estimated at $1,820.

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THURSDAY -10:55 a.m.: injury.

Medics were dispatched to the 500 block of Children’s Home Road for an injury. -7:46 a.m.: injury. Medics were dispatched to Ohio 29 and Interstate 75 for an injury. -7:43 a.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 400 block of South Kuther Road. WEDNESDAY -9:20 p.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 300 block of East Court Street. -5:31 p.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 2500 block of North Kuther Road. -3:59 p.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 800 block of Mount Vernon Place. -2:46 p.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 300 block of West Russell Road. -1:17 p.m.: medical. Medics were dispatched to the 300 block of East Bennett Street.

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to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 at Ohio 29.

THURSDAY -11:46 a.m.: property-damage accident. Deputies responded to a reported propertydamage accident at Fort Loramie Swanders and Lochard roads. -7:42 a.m.: accident with injuries. Deputies responded with Anna Rescue and Sidney Fire

Fire, rescue THURSDAY -3:14 a.m.: medical. Perry-Port-Salem Rescue responded with deputies to a medical call in the 5900 block of Ohio 29. WEDNESDAY -11:40 p.m.: medical. Perry-Port-Salem Rescue

responded to a medical call in the 18700 block of Kirkwood Road. -7:51 p.m.: injury. Anna Rescue responded to a report of an injury in the 200 block of North Linden Street. -5:29 p.m.: medical alarm. Perry-Port-Salem Rescue responded to a medical alarm in the 12000 block of Ohio 65.

and toured what the Union Army called the “Slaughter Pen,” an area of large rocks where many Union soldiers got trapped by Confederates. They also visited what the Confederacy called “Hell’s Half Acre,” a key part of the Union’s turnaround victory. Other key battle spots visited were McFadden’s farm and the Round Forest. While at the national battlefield, the four generations of Robert Luckeys visited the Stones River National Cemetery, and the final resting place of James Luckey. At the gravesite of James Luckey, Bob (Robert II ) led the four in a prayer. On this trip, Robert Luckey III stated, “ It was special and

important that we came to honor our family, and the many soldiers that fought in this battle.” After this battle President Lincoln sent a personal telegram to Gen. Rosencrans regarding the battle. Lincoln stated “I can never forget, if I remember anything, that at the end of last year and the beginning of this, you gave us a hard-earned victory, which had there been a defeat instead, the country scarcely could have lived over.” For more information about Stones River Battle, visit the national park’s webpage at http:// www.nps.gov/stri/index. htm

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Shelby County, many other Ohioans and soldiers from Shelby County fought in this battle. Frank and James were in the Union Army’s 99th Regiment of the Ohio infantry. During this battle, James Luckey died in service to his country; Frank H. Luckey fought in this and other battles before returning home. The four generations of Luckeys visited the Stones River museum, and enhanced their knowledge of the battle. They then took a walking tour of the battlefield, and key sites in the battle. Some of the sites included “The Cotton Field,” where the Union Army established its defense lines. The Luckeys also walked

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On the web Read these stories available now only at sidneydailynews. com. • Jackson Center Council moves forward on the 2014 budget. • Lehman Catholic High School releases first quarter honor roll. • Christi Thomas presents her Community Theatre 101 column. • Students experience “We Are IT!” event at Edison.

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DAYTON — Dale Wasson, 75, formerly of Sidney, passed away at the Maria Joseph Center in Dayton on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at 1:10 p.m. Funeral arrangements are pending at Salm-McGill and Tangeman Funeral Home in Sidney.

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happy than to see her boys happy. She loved dolphins, the beach and lying out in the warm sun. She enjoyed traveling, taking long road trips, shopping more then your typical woman and, more than anything, spending time with her grandson, Brylan. She was the coolest grandma. She enjoyed seeing others smile; she wore her heart on her sleeve, spending most of her time helping others in need. She will be remembered by her positive light and hope she brought to others through her free spirit. She accepted anyone and everyone for who they were, never passing judgment and always having open arms. She was a simple person being happy with the small things in life. She had a smile that would light up a dark room and a laugh that would rock the world. A memorial of her wonderful life will be held at Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, between the hours of 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Flowers and donations are welcomed.

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BRADFORD — Terrance “ Terry ” L. Saunders, 66, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at the Dayton VA Medical Center, Lakeside Manor, Hospice Unit. Terry was born in Piqua on July 18, 1947, to the (late) Kenneth and Gloria (Newman) Saunders; was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Vietnam era; received his master’s degree from Wright State University; retired with 20 years of service as methods engineer at Schindler, Sidney; was a member of the Bradford First Baptist Church; and he loved woodworking and numbers. Terry is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Vickie (Scherer) Saunders; son, Ryan Saunders, of Bradford; daughter and son-inlaw, Stacy and John Reice, of Kettering; two brothers and sister-inlaw, Kenneth Saunders Jr., of Piqua, Charles and Dodie Saunders, of Troy; sister, Judith

Knoop, of Piqua; three brothers-in-law, Donald Scherer, of Troy, Albert and wife, Lynn Scherer, of Beavercreek, Dennis and wife, Kristi Scherer of Piqua; two sisters -in-law, Lisa and husband, John Davis, of Maryland, Polly and husband, Rick Morgan, of Piqua; special greatniece, Kylaa Anderson; numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at the Bradford First Baptist Church, 134 W. Walnut St., with Pastor Mark Lynch officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 2 p.m. Saturday until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Bradford First Baptist Church or Hospice of Miami County. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockerfraley.com.

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LIMA — Vicki Sue Scully, 57, born July 3, 1956, in Richmond, Ind., passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013. Residing in Lima, she was following her heart and soul back to her former home of sunny Miami, Fla. Vicki is survived by her brother, William Ryan, of Wilsonville, Ore.; her sister, Linda Ryan, of Lima; her three sons, James Fitzgerald IV, of Lake Placid, Fla., Brian and Eric Scully, both of Miami, Fla.; grandchildren, Devon Ruppert, Brylan Scully, James Fitzgerald V.; niece and nephew, Lori Evans, of Houston, Texas, and Christopher Robinson, of Sidney. Vicki took great pride in being a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend. She worked in the medical field for most of her life. She once stopped at the site of a car crash and saved a man’s life preforming CPR. She also worked in foster care, opening her heart to children in need of love and care and accepting them as one of her own. She was a proud mother of her three boys. Nothing made her more

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Correction In an article in Wednesday’s iN75, the pullout for Inspira Wellness LLC incorrectly stated the date for its open house. The business will hold grand-opening events from 2-3 p.m. Saturday at 212 N. Main St., Pleasant Hill. During the event, Kim Noll, LMT, cPT, will demonstrate MediCupping therapy and ShoShin Shiatsu. Whole Health for the Whole Family will provide healthy snacks and hot tea. For more information, call 937-6762220.

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The following juvenile traffic offenders appeared before Judge William Zimmerman in Shelby County Juvenile Court (all were assessed court costs in addition to fines noted): • Eric Egbert, 17, Botkins, speeding, $25 • A l ex a n d e r Cavinder, 17, Sidney, speeding, $35

• Justin Stewart, 17, Sidney, speeding, $35 • Layne Sharp, 17, Sidney, speeding, $35 • Allision Gambill, 17, Sidney, speeding, $35 • Ryan Case, 17, Botkins speeding, $25 • Steven Young, 17, Houston, speeding, $35 • Nicole Meyer, 16, Anna, assured clear distance, $35

Ethel Elsass WAPAKONETA — Ethel N. Elsass, 94, of Wapakoneta, died at 1:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at Auglaize Acres. She was born May 14, 1919, in Clay Township, Auglaize County, the daughter of Gust F.A. and Barbara (Klopfenstein) Helmlinger, who preceded her in death. On Nov. 28, 1940, she married Roger W. Elsass, and he died March 26, 2002. Survivors include six children, Marvin Elsass, of Wapakoneta, Loren (Tana) Elsass, of Wapakoneta, Myron (Debbie) Elsass, of Springboro, Wanda (Nathan) Sell, of Wapakoneta, Sandra (John) Wierwille, of New Bremen, Lynn (Annette) Elsass, of Wapakoneta; 16 grandchildren, Adam Elsass, Emily Elsass, Jeremy (Lori) Elsass, Jonathon (Chris) Elsass, Julie (Tim) Herbst, Benjamin (Christina) Elsass, Erin Elsass, Andrew Elsass, Eric (Jill) Sell, Ryan Sell, Isaac Sell, Leslie (Benjamin) Petrozello, Brian (Katherine) Axe, Brett Axe, Steven Elsass and Anthony (Brooke) Elsass; 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bernice Ruck, of Wapakoneta, and Velma (Ivan) Zwiebel, of Wapakoneta; and a sister-in-law, Clea Anna Helmlinger, of Wapakoneta. She was preceded

in death by a daughter, Sondra Elsass; a daughter-in-law, Judith Elsass; a grandson, Jeffrey Elsass; a brother, Roger Helmlinger; and a brotherin-law, Nelson Ruck. A homemaker and farm wife, Ethel was an active member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Clay Township Auglaize County, and the Ruth Circle of the church. She was also a member of the Farm Bureau and a 1938 graduate of Blume High School. Ethel dearly loved the Lord, enjoyed gardening, sewing, and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Clay Township, with Pastor Richard Faust officiating. Burial is to follow in the St. Mark’s Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, Ohio 501, Wapakoneta, and one hour prior to the service, Monday, at the church. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or Auglaize Acres. Condolences may be expressed at www.bayliffandeleyfh.com.

Board eyes possible diploma changes MINSTER — Possible changes to high school diploma requirements were reviewed by Superintendent Brenda Boeke during the November Minster Local Schools Board of Education meeting. Boeke said House Bill 193 would revise high school diploma requirements. Highlights of the bill include: • Clarifies the new graduation requirements apply to students entering the ninth grade after July 1, 2014. • Requires five endof-course examinations. • Maintains the option for districts to choose to administer other assessments such as advanced placement, SAT II subject or ACT end-of-course examinations instead of state assessments. • Establishes multiple ways in which students can demonstrate college- and careerreadiness necessary to earn a diploma. • Establishes two endorsements for diplomas. • Requires the State Board of Education to hold not fewer than three public hearings prior to adoption of any proposed academic content standards. Boeke also discussed two other House bills that deal with safety protocols with local law enforcement and settin requirements for per-

sonnel designated to carry concealed weapons. Two Senate bills were also discussed. Senate Bill 220 would remove the prohibition on charging students fees for participating in dual enrollment programs or in alternative funding arrangements under the Postsecondary Enrollment Options program. SB 123 would terminte interdistrict open enrollment with the possibility of renewal following the General Assembly’s examination of the issue. Boeke reported that Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Fort Recovery, Marion Local and St. Henry have applied for a Straight A Fund grant as a consortium. The group has applied for $4,052,397.06. The district has also applied for a school security grant. The grant is for $5,000 per building and would be used to update the entrances of each building. The board approved the following as volunteers: Vince Brown, junior high boys basketball, Jim Beck, girls bowling, and Nick Goubeaux, boys bowling. The board also heard reports from the elementary and junior/ senior high school principals.

Willoughby earns superintendent license Julie Willoughby, of Sidney, has earned her superintendent license from the Ohio Department of Education. In 2010 while still principal at New Knoxville Local Schools, Willoughby began her coursework through the StandardsAligned Instructional L e a d e rs h i p fo r Experienced Educators (SAIL) program sponsored by the Ohio Association of Elementary School Association (OAESA). In 2011, Willoughby

began her tenure as Willoughby has taught principal for Urbana for 11 years and has City Schools and contin- served in administraued her work to obtain tion for seven years. She her superintendent has no immediate plans license. SAIL to search for a classes were superintendent both online and position. in Columbus at In January, OAESA headWilloughby will quarters. continue her Wi l l o u g h b y coursework with continued Concordia of coursework Chicago in purt h r o u g h suit of her PhD Concordia of Willoughby in educational Chicago; and leadership. in July 2013, Wi l l o u g h b y she earned enough received her Bachelor credit to obtain her of Science from The superintendent license. Ohio State University

and her Master of Education in administration and supervision from Bowling Green University. She is married to John Willoughby, athletic director, teacher, and longtime boys varsity basketball coach for Houston High School. Together they have four children, Bobby and Dylan Vanderpool and Jaclyn and Taylor Willoughby. A graduate of Wapakoneta High School, she is the daughter of Joe and Dottie Morgan, of Wapakoneta.

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Today is Friday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2013. There are 25 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Dec. 6, 1957, America’s first attempt at putting a satellite into orbit failed as Vanguard TV3 rose only about four feet off a Cape Canaveral launch pad before crashing back down and exploding. On this date: In 1790, Congress moved to Philadelphia from New York. In 1884, Army engineers completed construction of the Washington Monument by setting an aluminum capstone atop the obelisk. In 1889, Jefferson Davis, the first and only president of the Confederate States of America, died in New Orleans. In 1907, the worst mining disaster in U.S. history occurred as 362 men and boys died in a coal mine explosion in Monongah, West Virginia. In 1917, some 2,000 people died when an explosives-laden French cargo ship collided with a Norwegian vessel at the harbor in Halifax, Nova Scotia, setting off a blast that devastated the city. In 1922, the Irish Free State came into being under terms of the Anglo-Irish Treaty. In 1947, Everglades National Park in Florida was dedicated by President Harry S. Truman. In 1962, 37 coal miners were killed in an explosion at the Robena No. 3 Mine operated by U.S. Steel in Carmichaels, Pa. In 1969, a free concert by The Rolling Stones at the Altamont Speedway in Alameda County, Calif., was marred by the deaths of four people, including one who was stabbed by a Hell’s Angel.

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Ghost hunters mistaken for burglars GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Police in Pennsylvania are investigating a complaint concerning a ghost hunt that went bust after a police officer mistakenly thought it was a burglary in progress. The Gettysburg Times reported Tuesday that the Thanksgiving night ghost tour ended with two tourists and their guide being detained at gunpoint. A patrolman passing a closed store in Gettysburg says he saw flashlights inside, so he went in and handcuffed and searched the three ghost hunters. Police called the owner, who confirmed the tour operator had permission to use the allegedly haunted Civil War-era building. The first Union general killed in the Battle of Gettysburg was brought to the building after being fatally wounded. The owner of the Victorianstyle photography studio that occupies the building and permitted the tour has declined to comment.

Fast-food protesters seek raises Candice Choi and Sam Hananel Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Fastfood workers and labor organizers are marching, waving signs and chanting in cities across the country Thursday amid a push for higher wages. Organizers say employees planned to forgo work in 100 cities, with rallies set for another 100 cities. But it’s not clear what the actual turnout has been or how many of the participants are workers. By afternoon, disruptions seemed minimal or temporary at the targeted restaurants. The actions began about a year ago and are spearheaded by the Service Employees International Union, which has spent millions to bankroll local worker groups and organize publicity for the demonstrations. At a time when there’s growing national and international attention on economic disparities, advocacy groups and Democrats are also hoping to build public support to raise the federal minimum wage of $7.25. That comes to about $15,000 a year for full-time work.

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Demonstrators rally for better wages outside a McDonald’s restaurant in Chicago Thursday. Demonstrations planned in 100 cities are part of push by labor unions, worker advocacy groups and Democrats to raise the federal minimum wage of $7.25.

of the protesters said they worked at the restaurant and none were scheduled to work Thursday. At one point, about a dozen protesters entered the store, but security guards prevented them from approaching the service counter or inter-

fering with customers. In Detroit, about 50 demonstrators turned out for a pre-dawn rally in front of a McDonald’s. A few employees said they weren’t working but a manager and other employees kept the restaurant open.

Clashes sweep Central Africa Republic Krista Larson Associated Press

BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) — Wielding rifles and machetes, armed Christian fighters who support the Central African Republic’s exiled president assaulted the capital at dawn on Thursday, leaving nearly 100 people dead. Shrouded bodies were lined up in a mosque as dozens of wounded lay on bloodstained hospital floors. The ambush on Muslim neighborhoods of Bangui came as the United Nations voted to send a contingent of French troops to try to stabilize the country, and French President Francois Hollande announced plans to double the force. The daylong gunbattle touched even the most pro-

tected parts of the capital, including the residence of the prime minister, underscoring the volatile mix of arms and ideology facing the arriving French force. Scores died in Thursday’s attack, including 48 people whose bodies were laid out at a mosque in a northern suburb of Bangui. Separately, a Doctors Without Borders spokeswoman, Amelie Ketoff, said another 50 deaths had been confirmed, bringing the toll to 98. Some died of bullet wounds, others from what appeared to be machete blows using a weapon known in the local language as a “balaka.” The Christian militia, whose members are believed to have led the attack Thursday, call themselves the “anti-balaka,” reminiscent of the horrific violence

once seen in Rwanda. Rebel leader-turned-president Michel Djotodia appealed for calm, even as his residence was looted and vandalized by the fighters. He announced a duskto-dawn curfew in a bid to stem the threat of retaliatory violence against Christians, following the early morning attack on Muslim neighborhoods. “This morning the enemies of Central African Republic wanted to destabilize the country but they have failed,” Djotodia announced in a speech broadcast in the Sango language on state radio. France already has hundreds of soldiers in Bangui, and an armored personnel carrier and other military vehicles patrolled the streets. The roads were otherwise bare except for the brightly

painted pickup trucks driven by the ex-rebels who run the government. The resolution passed by the U.N. Security Council on Thursday allows France to send hundreds more troops for a temporary period. Speaking from the Elysee Palace in Paris, Hollande said the 600 troops already in the country would be doubled “within a few days, even a few hours” to around 1,200. The U.N. measure also authorizes the deployment of an African Union-led force to Central African Republic for a year to protect civilians and restore public order. The AU force is replacing a regional peacekeeping mission whose presence has been mainly limited to the capital and a few northern cities.

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Out of the Past 100 years Dec. 6, 1913 Felix Monnin, of Russia, raised 1854 pounds of tobacco on two acres of land last Today Tonight Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Local Outlook summer and sold it at 11 cents per pound, realizing $203.94. ––––– Snow; addiSnow Partly cloudy Mostly cloudy, Partly cloudy Partly cloudy Partly cloudy Mayor Duncan at A cold front tional 1 to 3 chance snow, city council meeting today. This is the moved through inches freezing rain last night returned to first time an NFO the Miami Valley High: 23 High: 32 High: 33 High: 23 High: 23 council the recently member from this Thursday. Rain High: 28 Low: 15 Low: 15 Low: 25 Low: 20 Low: 10 Low: 10 approved salary ordi- area has gained a changed to freeznance, disapproving national office in the ing rain and sleet three items included group. Buehler, who overnight, and will in the ordinance. The lives on the edge of be that way for the mayor stated that the Kettlersville, has morning drive today. increase in salary for served as chairman of Roads will be slick Brian Davis Temperature Precipitation Sunrise/Sunset members of council both the county and Wednesday high..............................61 Wednesday.................................trace Thursday sunset.................5:10 p.m. in spots. As more state NFO meat comWednesday low...............................45 Month to date.............................0.08 Friday sunrise......................7:46 a.m. moisture streams in this afternoon, and president of counmodity boards. Year to date...............................26.78 Friday sunset.......................5:10 p.m. and cold air really takes over, we will cil had placed these 25 years see the wintry mix change over to all salaries too high as Source: The Sidney Wastewater Treatment Plant, official weather reporting station for Shelby snow. Accumulating snow is likely, compared to salaries Dec. 6, 1988 County, and the U.S. Naval Observatory. For current daytime conditions, low/high temperatures, go to and we expect a very cold weekend. paid similar officers The protective AccuWeather.com. in surrounding cit- walls have been ies. Members gave removed and the new approval to transfer Courtview Center to the Sidney Board is now on pubCity/Region Forecast highs for Friday, Dec. 6 of Education the lic display on Main Sunny Pt. Cloudy Cloudy High | Low temps Forecast for Friday, Dec. 6 property near the new Avenue, south of high school building Poplar Street. Make MICH. now occupied by the It Happen Inc. has Toy blacksmith shop, built the three-story Cleveland which is owned by the commercial building Toledo 34° | 25° city and township. as a condominium 31° | 22° 75 years for retail and profesYoungstown Dec. 6, 1938 sional businesses. Frank Marshall The base job is com33° | 23° Mansfield PA. gave the address pleted and Ferguson when members of 30° | 20° the Sidney Lodge of Construction Co. is Elks held their annu- now doing finishing al memorial service work in the law officyesterday afternoon es on the third floor Columbus Dayton at the Elk’s home. for Blake, Faulkner, 32° | 30° 30° | 28° Special music was Garmhausen, Keister, Fronts Pressure provided by a trio Shenk and Co., LPA Cold Warm Stationary Low High composed of Leo and on the second Cincinnati McFarland, Charles floor for Ben-Sar 33° | 29° Keeler and Lionel Development. A part of the Ben-Sar prop-10s -0s 0s 10s 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s 70s 80s 90s 100s 110s Dickas. erty is being leased to ––––– Portsmouth Definite steps look- Ruese Insurance. 42° | 29° ––––– ing toward establishW.VA. Showers Rain T-storms Flurries Snow Ice The thought that ment of a commercial KY. © 2013 Wunderground.com and military super any of his fellow citiRain, Snow and Ice Moving East highway, four lanes zens may be ill-fed or A frontal boundary will produce rain and thunderstorms from the ThunderCloudy Flurries Ice wide, from Canada to ill-clothed disturbs storms Gulf Coast to the mid-Atlantic region. Rain, freezing rain and snow the Gulf of Mexico, Joseph William “Bill” will be likely over the lower Mississippi Valley. Rain and snow will Partly were taken by the McMillen. And he move over the Northeast. Rain Cloudy Showers Snow United States Super has been working the Weather Underground • AP Weather Underground • AP Dixie Highway assopast 27 years to help ciation at Lexington, such people. “Seeing Ky. last week, when any person, child or 250 delegates from adult, unable to help nine states approved themselves is really the project and autho- hard on me,” says the rized the drafting of former Sidney Police resolutions to be sent officer, who became to congress. aware of local needy 50 years residents in his years Brooke Cross and Corey Dec. 6, 1963 with the police departGraham, of Sidney, have ANNA – Anna has ment. McMillen was announced the birth of a daugha new cheerleader. the department’s first ter, Avan Elizabeth Graham, born She won’t be on hand juvenile officer and Via Garber Phlipot Harris Foster Nagel Nov. 20, 2013, at 4:57 p.m. in for tonight’s Shelby he still has a spethe Copeland-Emerson Family County league game cial interest in chilBirth Center at Wilson Memorial between the Rockets dren. While with the Hospital. and Russia here. For, police force, he began She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ouncafter all, she’s a trifle holding an annual es, and was 19 1/2 inches long. young to be out at Christmas party for She was welcomed home by her those late hours – she youngsters that has sister, Mackenzie Clark, 3, and her happens to be a brand grown from 25 chilHOUSTON — Houston didates are Chase Foster, ter of Bob and Micki Slife, brother, Jordan, 4. new member of the dren to 150 today. High School will celebrate son of Randy and Staci of Sidney; and Malachi Her maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bob homecoming by crowning Foster, of Sidney; David Wissman, son of Mark ––––– Pamela Gill and Benjy Gill, both Anderson family, and Christmas Sketch: a king and queen during Nagel Jr., son of David and Kathy Wissman, of of Sidney, and Duane Cross, of was born in Wilson A stylized Christmas Kentucky. Her paternal grandthe varsity boys basket- Nagel Sr., of Sidney; and Houston. Memorial Hospital on parents are Belinda Graham and ball game Dec. 13. Jesse Phlipot, son of Dec. 4. Bob, who is tree drawn by Jarrett Freshman attendants Bucky Eply, both of Sidney. The homecoming dance Larry and Patty Phlipot, are Kara Maier, daughter coach of the Rockets, New, 834 Chestnut Her great-grandparents are will be Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. of Houston. has another ‘cheer- Ave., is today’s holiof Wes and Susan Maier, John and Rosa Withrow and Ruth leader’ and a basket- day reminder. Jarrett at the high school. Junior attendants are of Sidney; and Seth Gibson, all of Sidney. ball prospect at home. is a junior at Sidney Senior queen can- Taylor Block, daughter High School. There Stoodt, son of Nick and ––––– didates are Brianna of Kevin and Rhonda Jami Stoodt, of Sidney. Leo Buehler, are now 19 days left Garber, daughter of Eric Cavender, of Sidney, and Kettlersville area before Christmas. Crown bearers are Shelly Snyder, of Sidney, and and Michelle Garber, of James and Amy Block, ––––– farmer, was elected Andrew Hall, of Piqua, have Sidney; Tiffani Harris, of Sidney; and Quinten Haleigh Smith, daughter These news items from past issues to the board of the announced the birth of a daughter, of the Sidney Daily News are daughter of Joe and Pence, son of Chris of Albin and Stephanie National Farmers compiled by the Shelby County AddaLynn Grace-Ann Hall, born Rhonda Harris, of Sidney; and Deanna Pence, of Smith, of Piqua; and Organization (NFO) Historical Society (498-1653) as a Sept. 7, 2013, at 8:28 a.m. in the Kegan Brelsford, son and Alyssa Via, daughter Houston. at the convention this public service to the community. Upper Valley Medical Center in of Brian and Kelly Via, of Sophomore attendants of Randy and Jennifer week in Des Moines, Local history on the Internet! www. Troy. it was learned here shelbycountyhistory.org Houston. Senior king can- are Mariah Slife, daugh- Brelsford, of Piqua. She weighed 5 pounds, 15.7 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long. Her maternal grandparents are Tim Snyder, of Sidney, and Deb Snyder, of Piqua. Her paternal grandparents are Andy Hall, of Piqua, and Tammi Yoney, of It is Friday and key were mashed pota- girls are doing laundry ries, a day to remember wants to send a perBradford. Her step-grandparents everyone is home toes, gravy, dressing now. Joe and I plan how blessed we are to sonal thank you. May are Tara Hall, of Piqua, and John today. Yesterday was (which I had stuffed in to take our horse and have another bountiful God bless you for such Painter, of Bradford. Thanksgiving Day. My both turkeys), mixed buggy to town after I get harvest put up for the Her great-grandparents are sister Emma, her hus- vegetables, corn, over- this written. The boys long cold winter. Do kindness. Linda Ostendorf and Vicki Snyder, For those you who band, Jacob, and chil- night salad, express are hauling manure out we appreciate our blessboth of Sidney. Her mother is originally from dren, sisters Verena salad, dill pickles, hot to the fields. Hopefully, ings enough? How often need a way to use up Sidney. and Susan and daugh- peppers, sliced everything will we take for granted that leftover turkey, try this ter Elizabeth’s friend, cheese, homebe done before we have plenty of food recipe: Timothy, all joined us made bread, noon so they and a warm place to H O M E ST Y L E for Thanksgiving din- butter, strawcan all have the stay. A holiday such as TURKEY SALAD MCCARTYVILLE — Ryan and ner. I put the turkeys berry jam, afternoon free Thanksgiving Day is a 1 1/2 cups mayonBrittany Axe, of McCartyville, in about 6 a.m. and cheese ball and to do whatever nice time to reflect on have announced the birth of a they were ready by crackers, vegthey want. Joe all of our blessings, but naise son, Brennan Charles Axe, born a little after 11 a.m. gies and dip, ended up being let us also remember to 1 tablespoon orange Nov. 25, 2013, at 4:22 p.m. in and we sat down for pumpkin roll, off work all thank God daily. I hope juice the Copeland-Emerson Family the meal at noon. We angel food cake, week from the everyone had an enjoyBirth Center at Wilson Memorial 3 cups cooked turkey added an 8-foot table h o m e m a d e factory and so able and safe holiday. Hospital in Sidney. chopped The Amish did daughter May God bring many to our 10-foot kitchen Reeses bars, ice He weighed 9 pounds, 3 ounces, 1 apple diced table and put out 19 cream, pumpElizabeth. blessings to each of you Cook and was 21 1/2 inches long. place settings. It would kin, pecan and This week readers. A thank you to 1/4 cup celery, diced He was welcomed home by his Lovina Eicher went by way all of you for your suphave been 21 if daugh- peanut butter sister, Breanna Axe, 2. 2 green onions, His maternal grandparents are ter Susan and her pies. My sisters too f a s t . port through years of chopped Steven and Catherine Hoying, of friend, Mose, had been brought some of the Thanksgiving Day penning this column. A 1/4 cup pecans, toastAnna. His paternal grandparents there. But Susan went food, too, so there was is already passed. special thanks to Jean are Charles and Michelle Axe, of with her friend, Mose, more than plenty. That Thanksgiving is a day from Ohio (reader of ed Anna. Mix mayo and orange to Charlotte to have means the next few to remember what the Times-Reporter His great-grandparents are Thanksgiving dinner meals should be easy. many blessings we in New Philadelphia) juice in a large bowl Patricia and Rolland Griner, of with his family. The afternoon was have, a time to sing for sending daughter until blended. Add Minster, Ronni Poeppelman, of I prepared an spent playing various praises unto the Lord, Susan the very nice Anna, Larry and Ginny Axe, of remaining ingredi18-pound turkey and board games. The day thanking him for all he wall-hanging. She loves Anna, and Elaine Timmerman, of ents and mix lightly. a 21-pound turkey, but went too fast. This has done, a day to spend the horse on there, and Botkins. Refrigerate at least 30 had a lot left over. On morning, we cleaned with family and friends it is already hanging His mother is the former Brittany Hoying, of Anna. the menu besides tur- everything up and the and make new memo- in her bedroom. She minutes before eating.

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Dealing with too many differences Dear Annie: My boyfriend it’s a small thing, but it’s a daily and I have been together for nuisance, and he knows it bugs two years, and he moved in six me. He also does not squeegee months ago. “John” is 25 years the shower after he uses it, and older than I am. He has always I’m the one who cleans it. And been supportive and helpful, but he leaves the toilet seat up -- but now he is displaying passiveonly when the toilet is dirty, aggressive behavior. which is his way of telling me it’s Annie’s John was forced into retiretime to clean it. He leaves dishes ment last year, and I think he Mailbox in the sink instead of loading somehow blames me. I work full the dishwasher, even though I’ve Kathy Mitchell asked him to at least leave them time, take care of two teenage & Marcy Sugar on the counter. When they are boys, cook dinner every night, do dishes and laundry, clean the piled in the sink, I have no room bathrooms, buy the groceries and pay to prepare dinner. the bills. John sweeps and vacuums and I know these are tiny things, but does the yard work, which is a godsend they add up, especially when I’m workbecause I have had shoulder issues that ing all day while he is watching TV. make these things difficult for me. When he’s upset with me, he gives But lately, John has been pushing me the silent treatment, and often all of my buttons. He throws the towel it takes me days to figure out why. I over the shower door even though know John is depressed because of there is a nearby towel rack. I know his retirement, but he is well situated,

doesn’t have to pay any bills and gets home-cooked meals every day. I love him dearly, but I am going nuts walking on eggshells. What am I doing wrong? -- Massachusetts Dear Massachusetts: Nothing. You did not live with John before his retirement and don’t really know whether he was always like this. His age may also be a factor in that he might be less energetic and capable than he was a year ago. And depression could cause him to push you away in these subtle ways, feeling he doesn’t deserve you. Please talk to him. Tell him you love him, but that the current situation is making you worry your feelings aren’t reciprocated. Ask him to see his doctor about depression. Suggest he look into part-time jobs or activities that will keep him more active during the day. But if he makes no effort to address this, the situation is not likely to improve.

Horoscope HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Dec. 6, 2013: This year communication flourishes. You will enjoy someone who has a bohemian way of expressing him- or herself. The unexpected occurs when you least expect it. A child or loved one could be spontaneous and full of fun in the next few months. If you are single, dating will be strange. A relationship will be dependent on its ability to provide excitement. If you are attached, you will witness your relationship being revitalized. You seem to enjoy your sweetie more and more. AQUARIUS is a loyal friend. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-Soso; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Focus on friendship, even with a person you work with or maintain distance from. That positive emphasis will make all the difference as to how this person feels and responds to you. Back off from a controlling associate’s grab for power. Tonight: Where the gang is. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH Take charge, and be willing to lead others. News from a distance could be unsettling at first. Avoid a power play at all costs, but note what is being presented. You will see an excellent example of how people absorb certain information. Tonight: Friends follow your lead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH No one has to inspire you to reach out for more information. You could be coming up with new ideas, one right after the other. Your perspective continually changes on the matter at hand. Make a point not to act until you feel centered. Tonight: Go where there is great music. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Deal with someone’s issues directly; otherwise, his or her testiness could emerge at the worst time. Stay centered, and know when enough is enough. Try to make the best of unusual advice you receive from an odd person. Tonight: TGIF! LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHH Defer to others, and you could get some offbeat information in return. The unexpected might occur when you go to visit someone at a distance. An associate could be difficult and cause a last-minute problem. Bypass a power play. Tonight: Say “yes” to an offer, VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH You have a lot to do and a lot of ground to cover. The unexpected occurs when dealing with a partner. You have noticed what is happening behind the scenes and/or with this person. Open up to a changing scenario with a loved one. Tonight: Know when to call it a night. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Your imagination adds extra zing to your plans with a friend or loved one. You could

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