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CASSTOWN — This Thanksgiving season has special meaning for 61-year-old Jeanetta Combs who, despite suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema, is surrounded by a group of “guardian angels” who routinely monitor her terminal illness and ensure that her medical and personal needs are being met. Nearly one year ago, the Casstown woman was hospitalized for breathing problems and sent home after being told by her physician that nothing else could be done to improve her quality of life. Functioning with a 15 percent lung capacity,

the widowed Combs was immediately placed under the care of Hospice of Miami County, a vital hospice organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for people and families facing life limiting illnesses. By the time the ambulance pulled into her driveway, Combs was impressed to find Hospice had already assembled a hospital bed, oxygen machine and other medical equipment on the premises. “It (Hospice) scared me initially,” reminisced Combs.” My thought was when they come it doesn’t happen until you’re about gone.” Hospice, she quickly adds, has been” terrific” in providing her care since her hospital discharge. Nowadays Combs’ sole restriction is an oxygen tank,

an appendage she has worn for the past decade following years of exposure to what she attributes as workplace “hazards” and smoking. Attractively coiffed with a pixieish haircut and well manicured nails, the great-grandmother admits she becomes easily fatigued but has found immeasurable comfort from Tammy, her primary nurse, who together with a team of Hospice staff and volunteers, visit her several times per week to check her vital signs, ensure she has adequate medications and/or refills, attend to her personal hygiene needs and provide her with loving emotional support. She routinely meets with a Hospice physician “face to face” when See ANGELS | 2

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Hospice Volunteer Cathy Brown of Troy, standing, and Jeanetta Combs of Casstown, seated.

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Dispatch supervisor Jack Staudt works at his console at the Miami County 911 Center on Thanksgiving afternoon. Staudt is one of a number of public safety officials to whom Thanksgiving, and other holidays, is “just another day at work.”

Stockings for Soldiers are on their way PIQUA —A brisk Friday morning greeted the partners MelcherSowers Funeral Home and Gover Harley-Davidson as they prepared to ship stockings to soldiers as part of an initiative originally begun by the funeral home in 2010. In the first year Melcher-Sowers facilitated the Stockings for Soldiers program which included promotion within the community, collec-

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tion of the donations, preparing the packages and shipping. Gover HarleyDavidson came into the picture during the annual Hero Day when MelcherSowers visited so as to encourage people to take a stocking to fill and return. In 2011, MelcherSowers then approached Gover to ask if they wanted to become full partners in the stockings for soldiers effort, with an immediate response of “Yes!” Now both businesses are pick-up and drop off points for the stockings. The collaborative pair reached out other organizations such as the American Legion, Kiwanis, Rotary, and other businesses to help pay for the shipping expense which is usually over $1,000 depending on how many boxes are sent. One year the students of Piqua Catholic school made Christmas cards to put in each stocking. Another year See STOCKINGS | 2

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Greg Foughty, of Troy, and from Gover Harley-Davidson, unloads stockings from Gover H-D’s trailer.

PIQUA — A good deed often has a rolling ball effect and this one begins with long-time Piqua resident, Stu Shear, donating his 1997 Chevy Monte Carlo to the Upper Valley Career Center automotive department. “I got the car new,” said Shear of the vehicle with 190,000 miles that was still in good shape and had given him, “many good years of travel for work and play.” The decision to donate the car to the school as a project to potentially reward a student proved to be a simple occasion. Shear approached Donald Wawsczyk, auto services instructor, about the process that consisted of little more than signing over the title. After 5 minutes to complete the paperwork that will go before the school board for approval, a letter will be sent thanking him for the donation. For Shear, however, giving the car to the school proved there’s more to the story. “When I dropped the car off, I was amazed at the interior of the facility,” said Shear as he explained how some of the students came out to check on the Monte Carlo and were impressed to find the nearly 17 year old

car in such good working condition. An impression for Shear was expressed in return by the cleanliness and orderliness of the educational environment at the Career Center. “Students learn far more automotive repair skills than when I went to school in the late 1960’s,” said Shear. In fact, a large variety of programs are offered at Upper Valley Career Center, including design and digital print technologies, horticulture and landscape management, pre-engineering and design technologies, to name a few. With donations such as Shear’s an important key factor to the success behind many of them. Thanks to Terry Krogman, instructional supervisor, who works closely with all kinds of donations made to the school, the Daily Call was given an opportunity to see many of the rewarding opportunities and other donations, such as Shear’s Monte Carlo. An impending project the former owner hopes to see to conclusion. “It would be kind of neat if they rehab the car and then they go to give it to a student,” said Shear. “I’d kind of like to see it when they get done with it.” Stay tuned …

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Stu Shear recently donated his 1997 Chevy Monte Carlo to the Upper Valley Career Center automotive department. Pictured is Shear, far right, with Donald Wawsczyk, auto services instructor.

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Obituaries Gregory A. Gross TROY — Gregory A. Gross, 66, of Troy, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, at the Miami Valley Hospital. He was born on Oct. 16, 1947, in Troy, to the late Howard Raymond Gross and Helen Elizabeth (Yantis) Gross Dunn. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Brenda L. (Grove) Gross; daughters and sonsin-law, Kelly E. and Kyle Meier of Kennesaw, GA., and Kari G. and Danny Roberts of Tipp City; son and daughter-in-law, Todd A. and Dawn Gross of Troy; grandchildren, Brendan and Reed Meier; Mitchell, Payton, Kaleb, and Kaiden Roberts and Carynne and Cerstin Gross; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry L. and Donna Gross of Jay, Fla., and Rusty and Elaine Dunn of Greenville; sisters and brother-in-law, Cheryl Beck of Arlington, Texas and Debbie and Scott Wooddell of Rockwall, Texas; stepsister and brother-in-law, Ann and Ed Kelker of Vandalia; stepbrother, Russ Myers of

Huber Heights; and longtime friend, David Kreider of Troy. Greg was a 1966 graduate of Troy High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp in Vietnam. He was a member of the Troy VFW Post No. 5436, Troy Fish and Game, and the American Legion Post No. 43 in Troy. He was owner and operator of the Magnum Molding Inc. in Conover, Ohio. He loved hunting, camping, football, and was a NASCAR fan. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m., on Tuesday, at the Baird Funeral Home, Troy. A private interment will be held in Casstown Cemetery, Casstown, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P. O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome. com.

Ona Rosemary Martin PIQUA — Ona Rosemary “Rosey” Martin, 90, of Piqua, died at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, at Sterling House of Piqua. She was born Nov. 30, 1922, in Piqua, to the late Theodore and Zora (Osborn) Wiltheiss. She married Raymon L. Martin on December 27, 1940, a marriage of over 72 years; he survives. Mrs. Martin is also survived by two sons, Raymon Jr. “Skip” (Marie) Martin of Covington, and Terry (Dee) Martin of Sidney; 11 grandchildren, Greg (Patty) Neff, Mindy (Jeff) Stewart, Marty (Shari) Neff, Laurie (Sarah) Benendum, Renee (Clark) Combs, all of the Cincinnati area, Robyn (Tony) Manzo of Springboro, Christian (Jen) Martin of Dublin, Marcy (Phil) Thomas, Shani (Travis) Karn, Kelli (Jim) Meckstroth, all of Piqua, and Elizabeth (Rob) Jacquemin of Tipp City; 33 great-grandchildren; and six great-greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Judy Rae Neff; a grandson, Todd Martin; and

two sisters, Margarite Jay and Ruth Houser-King. Rosey was a 1940 graduate of Piqua Central High School and was a member of Fletcher United Methodist Church. She worked in the medical field for several local doctors, retiring from the practice of Dr. Donald Luna. After retirement, she and Ray wintered in Florida for several years. A funeral service to honor her life will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Pastor Andy Perry officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11-1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Miami County Humane Society, P.O. Box 789, Troy, OH 45373; or Acclaim Hospice Services, 7887 Washington Village Dr., Dayton, OH 45459. Guestbook condolences and expressions of sympathy, to be provided to the family, may be expressed through jamiesonandyannucci.com.

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TIPP CITY — Isabell “Issy” Evans, 82, of Tipp City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013. Born Nove. 29, 1930, in Piqua. She was a retired office manager from the LINK Corporation in Troy. Preceded in death by her husband Lorin E. “Mort” Evans, March 25, 2013, and her seven brothers and sister. Issy is survived by her children, Connie Gavitt, Tipp City, Karen (Mike) Newman, Troy, Jimmy (Paulett) Evans, Indiana, Lorinda (Greg) Tucker, Georgia, her sister Jane Francis, Piqua, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Tipp

City, VFW Auxiliary, Vandalia, Eagles Lodge, Tipp City, Moose Lodge, Troy, and AM Vets, Troy. Issy loved traveling with her husband, Mort. She also loved growing and caring for flowers and enjoyed dancing. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. today at Frings and Bayliff Funeral Home, 327 West Main Street, Tipp City, OH 45371. Burial in Maple Hill Cemetery, Tipp City. Visitation 10 a.m. Saturday morning preceding the service at 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to Grace Hospice in Issy’s name. fringsandbayliff.com

Jack L. Winters TROY — Jack L. Winters, 70, of Troy, passed away 2:50 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at Troy Care, Troy. He was born in Troy on October. 13, 1943, to the late Forest Winters and Anna (Keller) Wray. Jack is survived by his common law wife, Carolyn (Moyer) Winters of Troy; two step-sons and stepdaughters-in-law, Tommy and Sherri Smith of Piqua, Steven and Linda Smith of Bradford; and five step-grandchildren. Jack was of the Catholic faith. He was a retired concrete finisher and harness horse trainer with

R. J. Brown Stables of Troy. For his hobbies, he enjoyed harness horses activities and gardening. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Monday, at Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. on Monday, at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Troy. Contributions may be given to Hospice of Miami County, P.O. Box 502, Troy, Ohio 45373, in his memory. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fisher-cheneyfuneralhome.com.

Death Notices Lewis TROY — Christine Lewis, 63, of Troy passed away 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at her residence. Private services will be held at

the convenience of the family. Arrangements are entrusted to FisherCheney Funeral Home, Troy.

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he visits her at home. This past week Hospice volunteer Cathy Brown of Troy, a retired school teacher, arrived at Jeanetta’s home to introduce herself and assess what housekeeping chores might be needed. Brown, who has served as a Hospice volunteer since 1996, suggested that several additional volunteers besides herself could be available to help vacuum floors and do whatever tasks Combs identified. “Do you own your own vacuum and cleaning supplies?“ asked Brown, as she assessed Jeanetta‘s needs.. “Yes,“ replied Jeanetta, adding “I’m hoping you’ll have to put up with me for a long, long time.” Seated at the kitchen table, the visitor commented on the beauty of the red roses which sat in a nearby bud vase. Jeanetta smiled and replied “They kinda cheer me up. I cried when I received them.” Hospice, she explained, delivers them monthly as part of its “petals of sunshine” program. Jeanetta, whose boxer dog, Lucy, serves as a constant companion and protector, gives kudos to Hospice for its exemplary care and support. “I really love them all,” she began. “I find them to be very comforting, personable and they always come whenever I need them.” Retired after working as a former painter in a machine shop and as a hairdresser, Jeanetta says she continues to “take each day as it comes” and describes Hospice as her “lifeline.” Hospice of Miami County is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary, according to Executive Director Linda A. Daniel. Providing a team-oriented approach, the non-for-profit hospice organization is dedicated to “providing the finest quality, compassionate care to those facing the end of life.” Within Miami County, the Hospice services include pain and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support “specifically tailored to the patient’s needs and wishes.” A team is assembled to address the individual aspects of care needed by patients and their families and include physicians, nurses, psychologists, pharmacists, pastoral caregivers, social workers, ancillary health care providers, volunteers and family members. And, according to Daniel, Hospice of Miami County is not just confined to

patients in skilled nursing facilities or hospitals. Services are extended to patients confined to their homes or apartment. Along with their clinical expertise, Hospice also provides myriad grief support programs through its Generations of Life Community Resource Bereavement center in addition to volunteer recruitment and training and outreach and education to the community and other healthcare professionals.” Hospice of Miami County’s services, she explained, are covered through Medicare with additional funding available through grants, fundraisers, proceeds from the organization’s For All Seasons gift boutique in downtown Troy, and “generous donations from the United Way and caring supporters.” Accredited by the Joint Commission with the agency’s Gold Seal of Approval, Hospice of Miami County has also been designated as a Top Workplace in 2012 and 2013 thanks to its “talented employees.” “While celebrating its 30th year,” adds Daniel “Hospice of Miami County embarked on new endeavors to further meet the needs of the community. In collaboration with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs, Hospice of Miami County is a proud member of the We Honor Veterans program, bestowing honor and recognition to hospice patients who have served in the armed services. We have also entered a formal partnership with Hospice of Dayton “to embolden both groups’ non-profit approach to superior hospice care in their respective communities.” Since the mid-2000s, Hospice of Miami County began seeing more than 300 patients annually — 450 patients in its 30th year — and has moved to its current location at 550 Summit Avenue in Troy. Dr. Mark Hess, M.D. has served Hospice of Miami County for 30 years as its medical director. For information on grief support, making a donation, becoming a volunteer or determining whether hospice services are needed for yourself or a loved one, call (937) 335-5191. For more information about Hospice of Miami County, visit their website at www. HospiceOfMiamiCounty.org or find it on Facebook.

Grandmother are from Troy. He was killed in line of duty in Afghanistan. The next year the stockings went to Bravo Battery from Piqua while they were deployed, and last year they went to the 1486th which is the Ohio National Guard unit that the 1487th Transportation Company (also from Piqua) replaced during their recent deployment to Afghanistan. In

the past three years more than 600 stockings have been delivered through our efforts. Info about this year: Although the program has traditionally been called Stockings for Soldiers, this year the stockings are going to the sailors aboard the USS Tucson, a nuclear submarine in the U.S. Navy. Cody Keith, of Sidney, the son of Sherrie Robbins, also of Sidney, who is the Motorclothes Manager at Gover Harley-Davidson, is currently serving aboard this submarine. When we were deciding who the stockings should go to this year it was an easy decision because we knew Cody would be at sea over the Christmas holidays and we know, firsthand through Sherrie what a sacrifice it is for him to be away from his wife and two young children. We learned that there were approximately 160 sailors on the sub, so we shipped 170 stockings this year in an effort to ensure that no one would be left out. From the captain to the lowest ranking sailor aboard, they are all heroes to us. The stockings are filled with everything from snacks, candy, batteries, coffee creamer, Thunder Roads Ohio magazines, playing cards, DVDs and more. Each stocking also includes a Christmas Card that was provided and signed by a local citizen who wanted to show support for the sailors of the USS Tucson.

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From page 1 the local art club provided a few dozen beautifully decorated stockings to send. With each empty stocking a list of items are provided that might make good stocking stuffers, including snacks, games, word puzzle books, batteries, toiletries, powdered drink mixes, and candy. Each soldiers gets a stocking filled with goodies packed in its own box. Over the years the group

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MIAMI COUNTY — The Midwestern Ohio Association of REALTORS® (MOAR) recently held their Mock Trial and Annual Meeting. During the Annual Partly sunny, chilly Meeting the following members were recOver the weekend, clouds will be more numerous, ognized for their excellence and contribubut it won’t be quite as cold, with highs climbing into tions to the association. the lower 40s. Western Ohio Mortgage in Sidney was High 42 Low 24 awarded the Affiliate of the Year. Adam Rose of Western Ohio Mortgage accepted the award which recognizes Affiliate members for their service and commitment to the MOAR Association through committee participation, leadership positions and support of MOAR programs. Josh Huber of Alexander Realty

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Shoe Sensation joins Soles4Souls for global relief initiative Retail company launches holiday in-store campaign for Soles4Souls Jeffersonville, Ind. – Shoe Sensation has announced its commitment to help individuals in need around the world through a holiday giving program. Dec. 3-9 Shoe Sensation will help Soles4Souls Inc., a global not-for-profit institution dedicated to fighting poverty, by accepting donations on behalf of Soles4Souls. Individuals making a donation of $1 or more during the drive will be rewarded with 10 percent off their purchase of a single item at Shoe Sensation. The money donated will be used to support the charity’s relief efforts, as well as their micro-enterprise program. With 1 in 4 adults in the world living on less than one dollar a day, basic necessities like shoes are not readily available. A pair of shoes can protect an individual’s feet from cuts and infection that can be life threatening if untreated. Soles4Souls partners with progressive companies in the footwear and fashion industries like Shoe Sensation to direct-

Laura Bates of McVety Realty in Piqua was recognized as Professional of the Year. This award is presented to members who embody the outstanding attributes of the REALTOR® professional. This award recognizes those who have made the commitment to their Association, their communities and the real estate industry with their service and dedication. These REALTORS® show their professionalism in their interactions with their clients and other REALTORS®. The Midwestern Ohio Association of REALTORS® has over 450 members in Auglaize, Champaign, Logan, Mercer, Miami and Shelby counties.

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Services, LLC was presented the Rookie of the Year award. Josh is located in Celina. This award is given to new REALTORS® who been licensed in the real estate industry for less than two years and who have demonstrated their professionalism and promise for the future, support the MOAR Association and further their education. William Shivley of Shively Realty in Piqua was awarded the Best Co-op award. This award exemplifies the REALTORS® who are courteous and professional and go the extra mile to ensure a positive experience for all parties in a real estate transaction.

ly impact the lives of people suffering from natural disasters or striving to break free from poverty. “We deeply appreciate this commitment by Shoe Sensation and its customers,” said Buddy Teaster, CEO of Soles4Souls. “We are certain this social good campaign will result in inspiring personal stories from individuals who have witnessed transformation among their families and communities.” Ji m Qu i gg i n s , Advertising Director for Shoe Sensation, commented: “We are very excited about our partnership with Soles4Souls this year,” Quiggins Said. “Our hope is to make it effortless for our customers to make a big difference in someone’s life through the small gesture of donating a dollar. This is a great opportunity for all of us to help people around the world experience a higher quality of life.” Please visit www.giveshoes.org for more information.

PIQUA — Being the Grand Marshal of the Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade is an honored role for any individual but this year the position is being shared by a large group of very worthy individuals. The 1487th Transportation Company unit of the Army National Guard, based at the Piqua Armory, is the grand marshal of the annual Holiday Parade. The unit recently returned from a year-long deployment and is made up of about 160 soldiers from the region. The 1487th was responsible for responsible for tactical supply and transportation operations throughout Regional Command South in Afghanistan. The downtown Piqua Holiday Parade will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7, in downtown

Piqua and the theme for the annual community celebration is “Star Spangled Christmas.” The Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade is a part of the Christmas Experiences in Piqua weekend which includes Christmas on the Green on Friday night, December 6. The downtown Piqua Holiday Parade is sponsored by McVety Realty, Barclay’s Men’s-Women’s Clothier and Mark Reedy of Thrivent Financial. The idea to honor the local National Guard unit was the idea of parade sponsor Jeanie JordanBates of McVety Realty. As a result of the special tribute being paid to the service of the local National Guard Unit aspects of the Christmas on the Green, including the tree lighting ceremony will take on a

special patriotic theme. With the assistance of the Piqua Street department the fir tree on the East side of the gazebo will be decorated with lights and oversized red, blue and silver Christmas ornaments and a variety of large red bows. At the base of the tree will be a list of area veterans, compiled from lists that were supplied by the American Legion and the Piqua V.F.W. The Tree Lighting ceremony will take place on Friday evening during Christmas on the Green. The tree will be lit at approximately 7 p.m. Attendees at the Christmas on the Green event can take the opportunity to write a Christmas message to soldiers. Melinda Sillman will be located at Readmore’s Hallmark with donated cards, along with

McElroy a Honda/OSU Math Medal recipient SIDNEY— Kevin McElroy, a student at Lehman Catholic in Sidney, along with eight high-achieving Miami County high school seniors listed in Monday’s Daily Call, was also a recipient of the Honda/OSU Math Medal award from a partnership between Honda of America Manufacturing Inc. and The Ohio State University. The award recognizes the top senior mathematics student in 230 high schools in Central and Southwest Ohio. This is the tenth anniversary of the Central Ohio region Math Medal Awards, presented by the Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program, a university-industry partnership that supports programs in education and research to benefit the transportation industry. This year 134 seniors from 15 counties in Central Ohio received the award. Honorees attended the Central Ohio region ceremony on November 7 at Honda of America in Marysville. Recognized as their school’s top math student in

the Class of 2014, each student received a pewter math medal, plaque and $100 gift card from Honda of America Manufacturing and Ohio State University’s College of Engineering. In addition, the math medal award comes with a $3,000 scholarship opportunity at Ohio State’s College of Engineering for the 2014-2015 academic year. Over the past nine years, 110 Central Ohio region Math Medal recipients have gone on to receive the $3,000 scholarship at Ohio State’s College of Engineering. “This prestigious honor recognizes students who excel in math and science, and serves as an indicator that an engineering career may suit them well,” said David B. Williams, dean, Ohio State College of Engineering. “These are all outstanding students, who we hope will become Buckeye engineers.” The Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program is a unique collaboration between Ohio State and Honda of America Manufacturing

that supports initiatives in education, research and public service to positively impact students, faculty, public and private sector practitioners, and the transportation industry as a whole. Honda operates two auto plants and engine and transmission plants in Ohio, along with a major vehicle research and development center and engineering, logistics and purchasing operations in the state. With 16,000 associates—including more than 1,000 engineers— Honda of America Manufacturing is one of Ohio’s largest private employers. Ohio State’s College of Engineering places 14th nationally among public university engineering programs ranked by U.S. News and World Report, and its more than 7,200 undergraduate students choose from 14 different engineering majors. More information about the Honda-Ohio State Partnership Program is available at http:// honda.osu.edu.

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The steady hand of Gerald Ford

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — We reach an American landmark on Friday that will be noted by few and celebrated by none. It is the 40th anniversary of the confirmation of Gerald R. Ford as vice president. On the surface there’s little reason to mark the ascension of anyone to a position that John Adams, the first man to occupy the vice presidency, described with some accuracy as “the most insignificant office that ever the invention of man contrived.”There have been 47 vice presidents, and it would be surprising if you could name a quarter of them. There’s even less reason to note this occasion for a man such as Ford, one of 14 vice presidents to become president. For those who ascended, their most significant moments were in the White House, not in the humble vice-presidential cubbyholes where presidents tucked them away so they wouldn’t be a nuisance. That said, the vice presidency and presidency of Gerald Ford stand apart. He was the first vice president to move to the post under the 25th amendment, which provides for a president to fill a vacancy in the vice presidency and for that nominee to be confirmed by a majority vote of both houses of Congress. Only Ford and his own vice president, Nelson A. Rockefeller, have become vice president by that route. Ford — “A Norman Rockwell painting come to life,” in the words of George H.W. Bush at Ford’s funeral — was also the first president to gain the office without a direct vote of the people, a condition he noted in his very first address as chief executive when he asked Americans to “confirm me as your president with your prayers.” Ford became vice president at the height of perhaps the greatest constitutional crisis in American history. President Richard M.Nixon was on the defensive about Watergate, his impeachment not just possible but likely, his vice president, Spiro T. Agnew, having already resigned amid corruption charges. The country was reeling; Washington was in upheaval. The nation needed a vice president, but even more it needed a sense of stability. On Oct. 12, 1973, the telephone rang in the Ford home in Alexandria, Va. “Dad,” said Susan Ford, then 16, “the White House is calling.” Two hours later, Ford was at the executive mansion for the nationally televised announcement of his nomination as vice president. None of this was entirely a surprise. Ford, then the House minority leader, had been asked to collect names of possible vice presidents from House members. The final tally was kept by Rose Mary Woods, Nixon’s executive assistant. Ford got 80 votes.The next closest was Rockefeller,with 35.Nixon knew Ford, the two having met on the Michigan congressman’s first day in Washington in 1949.And Nixon was comfortable with him, though the broader situation, without precedent in American history, was one of immense discomfort for both men. “Ford was chosen because he was confirmable,” says Joel Goldstein,a St.Louis University Law School expert on the vice presidency.“But he set a high standard for the vice presidency.” The evening that Ford was introduced as the president’s selection, Nixon described the next vice president as someone who had served 25 years with distinction. Everyone in the East Room — Washington’s grandees, with a decidedly Republican tint — knew by mid-sentence who that was. Every member of the crowd stood and cheered. The very next day, Rep. Gerald R. Ford of Michigan’s fifth congressional district marched for the 25th time in the Red Flannel Day parade in Cedar Springs, Mich. The vice-presidential confirmation hearings were pro forma — but no breeze.Sen.Claiborne Pell,the Rhode Island Democrat, asked if congressional leaders would have ready access to the new vice president.“I’ve had an open-door policy as minority leader,” Ford said. He was asked whether he thought Nixon would survive.“I think so,” he said.“It’s going to take a lot of help from a lot of people.” In truth, Ford dreaded what might happen, and he understood that if he succeeded Nixon he would have to deal with more than simply the fallout of Watergate. There was an economic crisis, continued conflict in Vietnam, uncertainty overseas, a lack of public trust in government. Early in August 1974, White House chief of staff Alexander M. Haig called Ford and asked if he were ready “to assume the presidency in a short period of time.” Ford’s answer: “If it happens, Al, I am prepared.” A week later in the Oval Office, Nixon told Ford: “Jerry, you will become president. I know you will do a good job.” Ford answered: “Mr. President, you know I am saddened by this circumstance.You know I would have wished it to be otherwise. I was hoping you could continue. Under the circumstances, I think your decision (to resign) is the right one.” He added:“I am ready to do the job, and I think I am fully qualified to do it.” ThemeetingbetweenNixonandFordlastedonehourand10 minutes. It was agonizing. Ford just wanted to be out of that room,awayfromtheawkwardnessthathadoverwhelmedboth men. The silence of the car awaiting him outside the White House provided a great refuge. In his first days as president, Ford displayed perfect pitch.“I have not campaigned either for thepresidencyorthevicepresidency,”hesaidupontakingoffice. “I am indebted to no man and only to one woman — my dear wife — as I begin this very difficult job.” Later, the pardon of Nixon took some of the luster off the new president, though many historians now believe Ford was right to rid himself and the presidency of such a monumental distraction.Even so,his was a presidency where routine ruled,which,given the circumstances,was a substantial achievement. His accomplishments, former newsman and Ford domestic policy adviser James Cannon wrote in a biography published this spring, were “methodically achieved by steadiness and common sense.” It was the lack of drama that marked Ford’s life and his administration. Seldom has routine been so remarkable. In history’s mirror, Ford’s presidency is bigger than it appeared at the time. David M. Shribman is executive editor of the Post-Gazette (dshribman@post-gazette.com,412 263-1890).Follow him on Twitter at ShribmanPG.

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Now that’s something to sneeze at The concept of the trepreneur named John buffet-styled restaurant Garneau filed a historyturns my stomach, altering patent for a despecifically ones with vice that is known working sneeze guards. today as the sneeze Whenever I come across guard. Mr. Garneau plastic, see-through parwas the owner of sevtitions aimed at reduceral American-styled ing the amount of smorgasbords and as contaminated food I disuch stood to benefit WILL E SANDERS gest a series of suspigreatly with the invenStaff Writer cious red flags arise. tion since his customers wsanders@civitasmedia.com Proceeding with caution apparently wouldn’t in such circumstances is stop sneezing all over usually the best defense a citizen has in his food. Urban legend holds that Mr. the fight against people sneezing all over Garneau was a seasoned sneezer himself food. and routinely sneezed uncontrollably on Quite frankly I don’t enjoy the idea of everyone and everything. sharing a restaurant with those who feel In a time when the American economy it appropriate to spontaneously sneeze is shuttering, sneeze guards are a anywhere they please. Sneeze guards healthy business to be in. Last year the are bonafide evidence condemning any sneeze guard industry raked in tens of eatery in my book. It tells me which millions of dollars — and that’s nothing businesses tend to attract the sort of to sneeze at. Even though I know nothclientele that feels the need to sneeze all ing about the stock market, I believe over fine buffet cuisine. sneeze guards will get us out of this Furthermore, if these people are so mess. Put your money into gold or silver uncouth and willing to sneeze on food if you must, but I believe sneeze guards then what else are they doing to food are the sure-fire way of turning a buck when nobody else is looking? What is on Wall Street. stopping an uncivilized person who I say that because sneeze guards are sneezes on food willy-nilly from picking here to stay. People will always place a up a crab leg, taking a bite and then sit- certain value on putting food into their ting it back down in the heating tray? mouth that wasn’t sneezed on by some The answer is nothing, which is why I idiot. steer clear from buffets. The last half-century has assured us Think how big of a problem sneezing just how far sneeze guards have come on food was prior to the sneeze guard as and what place they hold in the history we know it today. Was sneezing all over of this planet. Many people are surfood happening that much? Is it too prised to learn that President Barack much to ask for people to politely turn Obama is a huge supporter and user of their head, cover their mouth and nose, sneeze guards. The president has always and sneeze in a direction opposite the been scrutinized for his constant use of macaroni and cheese casserole? teleprompters when speaking to the In my limited experience and expo- country. Those aren’t teleprompters, peosure with sneeze guards I’ve never actu- ple — those are sneeze guards protectally witnessed someone sneeze on one. ing the president from being What are the chances of that? When I assassinated by a wayward sneeze. was little I thought the whole point of Perhaps the most recognized sneeze the sneeze guard was to sneeze on them. guard is the Popemobile. That thing is a The name sneeze guard seemed more living, breathing embodiment of a like a challenge than it did anything sneeze guard. Nobody is going to sneeze else. on the Pope (or vice versa) in that conJust once I would like to go into a busy traption. It brings a whole new meaning buffet after the monster truck rally lets out, to the phrase, “God bless you.” walk up to the sneeze guard, and release Gesundheit! the best exaggerated, old-man sneeze I can muster. But personally, I have this thing To contact Will E Sanders email him most people call common courtesy, which I at wille@willesanders.com. To learn more exercise in many ways, including by not about Will E Sanders, to read past sneezing on or around food. columns or to read features by other CreHistory is peppered with several ac- ators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, counts of humans sneezing on food, and visit the Creators Syndicate website at that all culminated in 1959 when an en- www.creators.com.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The National Park Service has withdrawn “inappropriate” comments about a proposed rule regulating hydraulic fracturing operations on public lands. Park Service Director Jonathan Jarvis says no one in management reviewed the staff comments, which he said were submitted erroneously to the federal Bureau of Land Management. Both agencies are part of the Interior Department. In a letter to Rep. Rob Bishop, R-Utah, Jarvis said the park service erred when it submitted the unsigned comments, which quoted a New York Times opinion column written by Cornell University Professor Anthony Ingraffea, a well-known critic of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking. Ingraffea has argued that shale gas produced by fracking poses a greater global warming risk than coal, primarily because of methane leaks during production. Methane is far more potent at trapping heat than carbon dioxide, the most abundant global warming gas, although it doesn’t stay in the air as long. In a Nov. 13 letter, Jarvis said the park service was not relying on the July 29 column, “or any other opinion column as a basis in decision-making.” Ingraffea’s column, which criticized the notion of shale gas as a “bridge” fuel to a lower carbon future, was “cited for illustrative purposes” and was not the technical basis for the agency’s comments, Jarvis said. Still, he called the agency’s actions inappropriate and said he was withdrawing the entire seven-page comment from the public record. Bishop said he was pleased at Jarvis’s action, but he accused the park service of trying to “pass off unsubstantiated information as ‘science’ “ in what he called a “thinly veiled attempt to vilify energy production and hydraulic fracturing on our public lands.”

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3 dogs between you not the nupitals nuptials path Dear Annie: I have been If your girlfriend has been so with the same woman for six hurt in the past that she canyears. Now she has asked me not show affection, suggest that to marry her. We get along tershe get counseling. Otherwise, rifically, but when it comes to we don’t recommend you spend bedtime, there is no closeness. the rest of your life wishing She says she can’t cuddle with things were different with your me because she’s been hurt so partner. And should you decide many times in the past. We Annie’s she’s not the one, please have sleep with her three big dogs in Mailbox the decency to tell her so you between us. both can move on. This doesn’t seem fair to me. Kathy Mitchell Dear Annie: I would like If you’re in love, isn’t it only nat- & Marcy Sugar to offer a possible solution to ural to want to hold and cuddle “No Hallmark,” whose sister the one you marry? I’m terrified of makes cards that are a work of art making the wrong choice. Please help. and need to be displayed. Now she’s -- No Cuddles in California inundated with lovely cards and Dear California: Not everyone doesn’t know what to do with them. likes to cuddle, but someone who puts I have a dear friend who has been three dogs between you in bed isn’t making such cards for more than 20 even trying. More importantly, you years. I consider them an extension need to be compatible on this issue. of her personality and spirit. For a

long time, I saved the cards in a box. Recently, I took them out, selected a few of my favorites and had them cropped, matted and framed in a collage that I hung in my home office. Whenever I see it, I smile and remember happy times in our friendship. My friend sends me new cards every year. I display them temporarily and then put them into the box. Sometime in the future, I will once again go through the process of having my favorites framed and hung in a space that needs brightening somewhere in my home. When my friend found out what I had done, it sent her over the moon with happiness -- the same way her thoughtfulness in creating and sending the cards makes me feel. -- Lucky Recipient

Horoscope HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013: This year you open up to many new opportunities, though some of them come with quite a few hassles and difficult people. Go for what you want, but be aware that there could be some unwanted trappings. If you are single, you could meet someone who is emotionally unavailable. Unless you desire a situation like this, walk away fast. If you are attached, the two of you often sit down to have a conversation. Look for the best ways to support each other in your life goals. SCORPIO is willful; avoid arguing with him or her. 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 Your intuition helps you land on your feet and deal with an unexpected. This situation could involve some travel or encourage a meeting with a very offbeat person. Know that you will have the control you need if you decide to head down that path. Tonight: A must appearance. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH Others come to you before you even pick up the phone to call them. Try not to get uptight about all the invitations you receive. Something you have wished for could become a reality. Refuse to get caught in a war of wills. Tonight: Talk about your path and get feedback. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH You might be back

to the humdrum of your daily life, as you have so much on your plate that you need to complete. Work with a partner directly, but understand that this person could change direction at the drop of hat. You can’t control this person. Tonight: Watch a movie. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Your naughtiness seems to be contagious. News from a distance might persuade you to hop the next plane. You could find it difficult to change gears as quickly as you might want. A partner or dear friend might not see the situation as you do. Tonight: Let your hair down. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHH Realize that you might need a day off from the intense holiday pace that is starting to build. Lounging at home seems like a good day. You might need to handle a personal issue. Some of you might decide to take a stab at the holiday frivolity. Tonight: Order in. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Take news with a grain of salt, especially if it comes to you from a child or loved one. This person might have heard only what he or she wanted to. You could be surprised by the whole story, once it become readily available to you. Tonight: Partake in some eggnog with friends. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH No one would say anything if you took off and indulged yourself instead

of everyone else. Lose any feeling of guilt, and enjoy yourself. Meet a family member or friend for a late lunch. Do not orchestrate the whole day, just go with the flow. Tonight: Swap news with a friend. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Wherever you are, you shine. It is obvious that you are filled with confidence and are making excellent choices. Call home or check in with an older relative or parent. You might opt to adjust plans after having this conversation. Tonight: Do what pleases you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21) HHH Be discreet, especially if something bothers you. Choose to be an observer and gather more information. You might not be prepared to make a change or walk in a new direction just yet. Use caution with your spending. Tonight: Get some extra R and R. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Zero in on what you want. You might not feel as if your desires can be realized. Think positively so that you don’t jinx yourself. You might not realize just how many friends you have supporting you. Tonight: Where the gang is. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Listen and be more direct when dealing with an older friend who always wants to have it his or her way. When you are too busy

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IN BRIEF ■ Basketball

OSU gets win over Osprey COLUMBUS (AP) — LaQuinton Ross broke out of a frigid shooting spell by scoring 17 points Friday night and No. 7 Ohio State rode a 19-point first-half run to a 99-64 victory over North Florida. Amir Williams and Amedeo Della each hit career highs for the Buckeyes (6-0), with 18 and 17 points, respectively. Aaron Craft added 16 points, making his first 3-pointer of the season, while Lenzelle Smith Jr. had 10. Beau Beech and Dallas Moore each had 14 points and Charles McRoy 11 for North Florida (4-4), which fell to 0-16 against ranked teams. It was the 100th collegiate win for Craft and Smith Jr.

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Steelers need to be perfect PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers need to put together a perfect December if they want to entertain any thoughts of making the playoffs. Pittsburgh's three-game winning streak came to an abrupt halt in a 22-20 loss to Baltimore on Thursday night. The defeat looked similar to the games the Steelers (5-7) dropped early in the season. They fell behind early, failed to produce sacks or turnovers and saw a late rally come up just short.

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Piqua cruises past Wapak in opener ROB KISER Call Sport Editor rkiser@civitasmedia.com

Truth be told, Piqua boys basketball coach Heath Butler couldn’t have drawn it up any better in the season opener against Wapakoneta Friday night. Which is probably the last thing Butler or the Piqua fans were thinking when the Indians trailed 11-2 with 1:51 remaining in the first quarter when Wapak called a timeout. The Indians answered with a 19-2 run and went on to a 71-41 victory, with six players scoring between nine and 12 points. “I don’t think the players would have handled that (the slow start) as well in the past and I don’t think I would have as a coach either,” Butler said about Piqua’s first win in a season opener in five years. “I thought about calling timeout. But, then I thought, if we are going to be a good team, we need to be able to handle a MIKE ULLERY/CALL PHOTO

See PIQUA|10 Piqua’s Dan Monnin reaches for the ball against Adam Henderson (22) Friday night.

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are freshmen Ross Bowman, Jacob Buchanan, Luke Grieshop, Carl Lankford, Lance Miller, Branden Robinson, Chandler Sampson, Josh Sowers and Deron White. Covington looks forward to competing with the mix of Division I, II and III teams that are on their schedule. The Buccs return to two prestigious megatournaments: the 52-team GMVWA Holiday tournament and the 38-team Lima Central Catholic (LCC) Invitational. They will also compete in the Northeastern, Versailles and Troy Invitationals. Covington will once again square off with some of the top dual-meet teams in the western part of the state, including team will travel to some very competitive reserve meets including Greenville, Versailles, Ben Logan, Sidney and Vandalia-Butler. Covington has home meets with Versailles, Northridge, Arcanum, Lehman and MiltonUnion, and will once again host the Covington Duals tournament — which includes their Cross County Conference rivals, along with Lehman. The Buccs will compete again in the

SIDNEY — It’s the end of an era at Lehman in girls soccer. It wasn’t a long era, just a couple of years. But was it ever successful! Tony Schroeder announced his retirement earlier this week as head coach of the Lehman Lady Cavs after the greatest season in Shelby County soccer history. His team was ranked near the top of the Division III state poll all season long, and was the top-ranked team in the Miami Valley. And the season didn’t end until the regional finals in a 1-0 loss to eventual state champion Hamilton Badin. Combine this season’s 17-2-1 mark with the 16-3 record last season, and Schroeder finished 33-5-1 in his two years at the helm. He was also the head boys coach in 2008 and 2009, and finished 24-9-5, winning a district championship in a 15-4-1 season in ’08. That district title and the one this year with the girls are the only two in county history. “I talked to (athletic director) Dick Roll about coming back to coach the girls, and I told him I’m only in it for three years,” said Schroeder, who also spent a year as an assistant before becoming head coach. “Then that would be it. I would be moving on after (his daughter) Marla graduated.” Schroeder is president and project manager of Choice One Engineering in Sidney, and said his duties there made it difficult to continue coaching. “It was a lot of fun,” he said. “The girls we had just had a lot of talent. I coached these senior girls since they were eight

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Buccs coming off strong season

Covington wrestlers look for another big year COVINGTON — Covington is coming off an outstanding season, where they earned a number of impressive individual, dual meet and tournament accomplishments, and probably finished as one of the top four teams in school history. The Buccs, coached by Tom Barbee, continued their streak of 20-plus dual wins to five consecutive years, finishing with a 24-3 record, and advancing to the regional semifinals. Covington claimed its 11th straight unofficial Cross-County Conference title and won the prestigious 38-team Lima Central Catholic (LCC) Invitational, before winning their first sectional title since 1986 on the strength of a school-record tying eleven district qualifiers. The team placed third out of 52 teams at districts and qualified three wrestlers to state — Daniel Jennings, Jake Sowers and A.J. Ouellette, while another four finished as state alternates —Ryan Ford, Kyler Deeter, Ben Miller and Brian Olson. The Buccs lost four strong wrestlers to graduation — state-placers Kyler Deeter and Brian Olson, state-qualifier Jake

2012-2013 COVINGTON WRESTLING SCHEDULE Date Dec. 3 Dec. 6 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 17 Dec. 27 Dec. 28 Jan. 4 Jan. 9 Jan. 16 Jan. 20 Jan. 22 Jan. 24 Jan. 25 Jan. 29 Feb. 5 Feb. 8 Feb. 8

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Opponent Time Versailles/Northridge 6:00 Northeastern Invitational 6:00 Northeastern Invitational10:00 Versailles Invitational 10:00 Brookville/Mechanicsburg5:30 GMVWA 11:00 GMVWA 11:00 Troy Invitational 9:30 Tippecanoe Quad 6:00 Coldwater 6:00 Covington Quad 5:30 OHSAA Duals 6:00 LCC Invitational 5:30 9:30 LCC Invitational OHSAA Duals 6:00 OHSAA Duals 6:00 Covington Duals 9:00 OHSAA State Duals TBA

Sowers who will continue wrestling at Ohio Northern University, and district qualifier Brock Smith. Despite this loss, the team returns seven district qualifiers, including two state qualifiers and two state alternates, plus a number of other returning lettermen. Covington will be led by seniors Justin Daniel, Dustin Freeman, Alex Fries, Daniel Jennings, A.J. Ouellette and Jordan Wolfe. Ouellette placed fourth

at state, while Jennings is a returning state qualifier. Daniel and Wolfe both qualified for districts, while Freeman and Fries are returning lettermen. The lone junior is returning state alternate Ben Miller. The sophomore class includes state alternate Ryan Ford, district qualifier Connor Ryan, returning lettermen Michael Cox, Ian Fries and Brandon Magee, along with newcomers Logan Fields and Coleman Ryan. Rounding out the roster

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HOUSTON — The Houston Wildcats started a bit slow, but turned it up in the second quarter and went on to beat Jackson Center in County boys basketball action Friday night at Houston, 69-48. The game was the season opener for both teams. Houston, 1-0, is back at it tonight at Newton in Pleasant Hill. Jackson Center returns to action

Friday at home against the Russia Raiders. Jackson Center led 1613 after one quarter and scored the first point of the second period to make it 17-13. But that's when Houston took control, scoring 10 straight points for a 23-17 lead, and pulling steadily away from there. By the half, the Wildcats were up 3225.

The Wildcats pulled out to a 55-40 lead over the Tigers after three periods and cruised to the victory from there. Jesse Phlipot had 10 points to lead Houston, but he had plenty of help. Jake Braun had 17 and Evan Winner 16. "I thought both Jake and Evan had outstanding games," said Houston coach John Willoughby.

ing Ruthie on the staff was just bringing the female aspect into it. She was great to have on the staff.” Lorenzo has two sons who also love the game. Dustin is playing at Ohio Northern University and Chase is playing for coach Eric Harlamert at Sidney High. And Lorenzo also runs the Ohio Blitz, which fills a need by focusing on high school players in U15 through U19. Most youth soccer programs, like Shelby County Youth Soccer, are for U8 through U14. There are eight teams in the Ohio Blitz this year, and with 16 to 18 players per team, that’s around 140 players participating. “I wasn’t 100 percent sure that Tony was going to step down,” said Lorenzo. “He said this would probably be his last year and that if I wanted to stay on board, (being head coach) would probably be an option. It’s going to be a challenge because we’ll lose a lot of seniors to graduation. “But I feel like we’ve laid a foundation for the years to some”

His one season as an assistant was an eye-opener. He’s spent his entire coaching career with club teams, and he noticed a big difference this season. “I didn’t really realize it until I coached on the high school side this year,” he said. “When you’re coaching high school, you have them every day so there are a lot of things you can do as far as practices and training. “With club teams, you only have them a couple times a week and sometimes only half the kids are there because of other soccer events going on. “And a major difference is that in high school, it really means something to win,” he continued. “You’re representing your school and your community. I don’t think it’s quite taken that way in club soccer. There’s just a lot more focus and intensity on the high school side.” He’s already excited about the opportunity. And he’s certainly going in confident. “We’ll be in a league next year and we expect to win it and get back to the district championship,” he said.

Coach From page 9 years old. So I knew we had the talent and it was a great year. But that’s what we were expecting, and what we were working for. The girls believed in themselves and in their preparation. “Good talent makes a good coach,” he continued. “I think it helped me being president of Choice One and knowing what it takes to be a leader. That helped my coaching. There are people who know more about soccer, but I know about leading.” He’s confident the program is being left in good hands, because his assistant this year, Jeremy Lorenzo, is taking over as the head coach. “Jeremy is one of the best coaches in the area,” he said. “And Lehman is very fortunate to get him. He’s committed to soccer, and we brought him in this year with the intent of trying to talk him into taking over the program. And I think we got somebody better than me.” He also praised the work of assistant coach Ruthie Baker, who is also the head girls track coach at Sidney High School. “What was nice about hav-

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situation like this.” Senior Xavier Harrison credited the coach. “There was no panic,” he said. “You always have nerves in the first game. He (Coach Butler) prepared us with the pre-season schedule and we faced adversity a number of times. This was nothing new.” The Indians responded with a 19-2 run to open a 21-13 lead and still led 2417 at the break. Dan Monnin had eight points in the second quarter and finished the first half with 11 points and nine rebounds. “Dan (Monnin) was huge,” Butler said. “We got off to a little bit of a slow start on the boards and I thought we did a better job after that. Wapak is quick and strong. Dan hit a couple of big 3-point plays in the second quarter. We had some other guys step up in the second half and Dan was on the bench cheering them on. He is a leader and everybody knows their roles.” Midway through the third quarter, Wapakoneta had taken a 32-31 lead before the Indians exploded on the Redskins again. Piqua scored the final 10 points of the third quarter to take a 41-32 lead and by the midway mark of the fourth quarter the Indians were in front 59-36. “Everybody on this team can score,” Harrison said about the quick turnaround. “Everyone knows their roles and plays wells together.” Harrison contributed to all 10 points in the run to close the quarter. He started it with a basket, dished to Erik Vondenhuevel and Colton Bachman inside on consecutive possessions for easy baskets inside. Then, off a Bachman steal — Harrison hit a three, was fouled, converted the fourpoint play and the Indians were never headed.

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Colton Bachman shoots the ball Friday night. “Xavier (Harrison) made some big plays and Colton (Bachman) is solid,” Butler said. “The big thing is we just kept it rolling from there and built a comfortable lead.: Harrison led a balanced attack with 12 points. Bachman, Monnin and freshman Storm Cook all scored 11. Monnin also pulled down 10 rebounds for a double-double. Tate Honeycutt added 10 and Vondenhuevel netted nine. Adam Henderson led Wapak with 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Keaton Metz added 12 points. Piqua was 26 of 54 from the floor for 48 percent and 13 of 19 from the line for 68 percent. Wapakoneta was 14 of 65 from the floor for 25 percent and six of 11 from the line for 55 percent. Wapak won the battle of the boards 36-28, but the Redskins had 19 turnovers to Piqua’s nine. The Indians will now take some momentum

into Friday’s game at Centerville. Tuesday’s game with Tippecanoe has been postponed until Jan. 25 because of the Red Devils playoff run in football. Piqua lost the JV game 35-24. C.J. Davis scored 10 points and Bradley Hohlbein added eight. “Not just that we won the game,” Butler said. “But, the way we won the game tonight is big. To have to overcome some adversity and be balanced the way we were.” Just the way the coach would have drawn it up.

BOXSCORE Wapakoneta (41) Will Hinegardner 0-1-1, Kori Morgan 2-16, Adam Henderson 6-0-15, Keaton Metz 4-4-12, Zach Schmerge 1-0-2, Jarret Koch 1-0-3, Alec Temple 0-0-0, Sam Hinegardner 1-0-2, Cory Crawford 0-0-0, Ethan Good 0-0-0, Aaron Huffman 0-0-0, Hayden Brandenhoff 0-0-0, Jon Eaton 0-0-0. Totals: 15-6-41. Piqua (71) Tate Honeycutt 3-3-10, Xavier Harrison 5-1-12, Erik Vondenhuevel 3-3-9, Colton Bachman 5-0-11, Dan Monnin 4-2-11, Storm Cook 3-4-11, Derrick Gullett 1-0-2, Ryan Neal 1-0-2, Connor Forror 1-0-3, Bailey Lyons 0-0-0, Brandon Hohlbein 0-0-0. Totals: 26-13-71. 3-point field goals — Wapakoneta: Morgan, Henderson (3), Koch. Piqua: Honeycutt, Harrison, Bachman, Monnin, Cook, Forror. Score By Quarters Wapakoneta 11 17 32 41 Piqua 6 24 41 71 Records: Piqua 1-0, Wapakoneta 0-1.

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