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March 2, 2012
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The days the ground shook • It was Tuesday, March 2, 1937, at 9:48 a.m. just after a class change at the Anna Village School. There was a loud noise and the building shook as things in the rooms fell to the floor. An earthquake had just hit the village of Anna. 18
DEATHS Obituaries and/or death notices for the following people appear on Page 3A today: • Paul Christopher Smith • Luella S. Sommer • Ruth Ann Kruse • Charles E. “Mo” Gustin
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Playing a Native American Kira Littlejohn (left), 9, signs the Treaty of Greenville presented by Tyler Murphy, 10, both of Sidney, during a reenactment by the fourth grade students at Whittier Elementary who were celebrating Ohio's birthday Thursday. This is a culminating activity for a Social Studies unit on important events in Ohio history. Students created a living timeline of events leading up to Ohio statehood. Students performed skits on the American Revolution, Northwest Ordinance of 1787, Ohio settlers, Harmar’s and St. Clair’s Defeat, the Battle of Fallen Timbers, Treaty of Greenville, the Enabling Act, the Constitutional Convention, and the final steps for Ohio to become a state. Students worked in cooperative groups to plan and prepare their skits for the live performance. Afterwards, students enjoyed cake to celebrate Ohio’s birthday. Kira is the daughter of Michael and Marilyn Littlejohn. Tyler is the grandson of Pete and Teresa Stackonis.
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Two candidates are seeking the Republican nomination for the Shelby County Commissioner seat being vacated by Jack Toomey. Robert A. “Froggy” Guillozet, 55, of 1388 Stephens Road, will be facing Terry Pellman, 1230 Turner Drive, during Tuesday’s primary election. Guillozet is in his second term of office as a Clinton Township Trustee. He was formerly a Shelby County Sheriff’s deputy and also served as deputy fire chief for Sidney Fire and Rescue. Pellman is a two-term member of Sidney City Council and a former vice mayor of Sidney. He
served from 1975 until 2002 as director of the Shelby County Department of Job and Family Services. He currently operates a mentoring program for youth on probation with the Shelby County Juvenile Court. He is the author of three published books of fiction. The candidates have responded to a questionnaire provided by the Sidney Daily News as follows. Some answers have been shortened for the See ELECTION/Page 15
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Gene Gooding, who served as the principal of Sidney High School for three years, has resigned from his post as building leader. He is leaving to take advantage of a business opportunity that requires him to leave this position immediately. His resignation is effective March 9. During his time Gooding with the district, Gooding also served as principal of Sidney Middle School for two years from 2005 to 2007. Prior to his time with Sidney City Schools, Gooding served in a variety of capacities in the field of education. He began his teaching Harmon career teaching middle school and high school social studies and coached a variety of sports at Hilltop High School in Northwestern Ohio. Since leaving Hilltop, Gooding has served as the middle school principal at West Liberty-Salem as well as Sidney Middle School. “I have sincerely enjoyed every moment of my five years with Sidney City Schools,” said Gooding. “My family and I dearly love this community See GOODING/Page 3A
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“Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” — Theodor Seuss Geisel (aka “Dr. Seuss”), American children’s author (born this day, 1904; died 1991) For more on today in history, turn to Page 11.
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Fire, rescue THURSDAY -6:52 a.m.: medical. Sidney paramedics responded to the 2200 block of South Vandemark Road on a medical call. WEDNESDAY -10:07 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to a medical call on the 2500 block of Apache Drive. -8:42 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to a medical call on the 800 block of Park Street.
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THURSDAY -7:34 a.m.: medical. Jackson Center Rescue responded to a medical call on the 100 block of Redbud Circle. -5:36 a.m.: medical. Houston Rescue responded to the 1000 block of Ohio 48 on a medical call. WEDNESDAY -6:15 p.m.: medical. Houston Rescue responded to the 8800 block of Fessler-Buxton Road on a medical call. -1:31 p.m.: medical. Jackson Center Rescue responded to a medical call on the 21100 block of Botkins Road.
CORRECTIONS A story in Thursday’s newspaper incorrectly stated The Sidney Civil Service Commission would be meeting. There was no meeting of the commission scheduled. ——— In an article Thursday about the upcoming performance by Soul’d Out at the New Hope United Methodist Church, the date was incorrect. The concert will be March 17 at 7 p.m. at the church, 8985 W. Mason Road.
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County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident had occurred in September and stated that Walling had been placed in isolation following the incident for a period of a couple of weeks. “He was physically monitored 24/7 and was evaluated by mental health and signed a no harm contract with mental health,� said Frye. Frye said Walling was up to date on his medication at the time of his death and noted no policies or procedures were violated by jail personnel, but acknowledged there has been one change made since Walling’s death. He said that whenever possible in the future they will be be “doubling up inmates� in cells.
MCD updating flood protection assessments The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) is completing “a readjustment of benefits� — on which assessments are based — to make sure that people who are protected by the flood protection system pay only their fair share. An assessment is a charge included on a property owner’s tax bill. Those people and businesses whose properties flooded in the
1913 flood, and are now protected by the MCD system, pay for the flood protection system maintenance and capital improvements. Property owners may see an increase or decrease in their assessment as a result of the readjustment. Cities and counties also pay an assessment. “Flood protection assessments are based partly on property values,� says Janet Bly,
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BY JENNIFER BUMGARNER released by the Montgomery jbumgarner@sdnccg.com County Coroner’s Office. “There were no surprises on The death of an inmate at the the investigation,� said HaussShelby County Jail in December mann. “He died of strangulation has officially been ruled a suicide from hanging at the jail and it by the Shelby County Coroner. was a suicide.� Ronald E. Walling, 47, previWalling wrote a letter to the ously of 719 Broadway Ave., had Sidney Daily News, dated Dec. 6, been incarcerated at the jail since 2011, in which he stated he had July 2011 following an arrest for “mental issues.� He also wrote of gross sexual imposition. In No- an incident in September in vember he pleaded guilty and a which he “stabbed myself on the week before his death was sen- right side with a pencil, then I tenced to 45 months in prison. He tied a piece of sheet around my was being housed at the jail neck as tight as I could get it. The awaiting transport when he was next thin I remember were parafound hanging by a bed sheet in medics over me.� It was confirmed his cell on Dec. 19. that Walling had received treatDr. Fred Haussmann, coroner, ment at Wilson Memorial Hospisaid findings in an autopsy and tal in September 2011. toxicology report were recently Lt. Jim Frye with the Shelby
QUINCY — The village was still under a boil water alert until further notice Thursday afternoon for residents on Mill and Yost streets and south Miami Street from
Mill to Jefferson Street. Administrator Kirk Hermandollar said the alert was ordered after street crews repaired a water main break on Mill Street Tuesday.
MUNICIPAL COURT In Sidney Municipal Court Thursday, Judge Duane Goettemoeller fined Crystal L. Leirer, 26, 824 Park St. Apt. C, $150 and costs and sentenced her to 30 days in jail on a child endangering charge that was amended to disorderly conduct. The court suspended five days of the sentence and she will be permitted to complete parenting classes in lieu of five days jail and be evaluated for drug/alcohol abuse in lieu of another five days of the sentence. If fines and costs are paid in full, the balance of the jail time may be reconsidered. A contempt of court charge was dismissed with warrant fees discharged. In Municipal Court Wednesday afternoon, Karen M. Ransbottom, 26, 1135 Hilltop Ave.,, Apt. E, was granted limited driving privileges in a previous driving while
under the influence case. * Ashley D. Fitzpatrick, 23, 1520 Spruce Ave., Apt. 11, was fined $100 and costs for driving with unauthorized license plates. Civil cases Tom & Jerry’s Inc., Fort Loramie, v. Joe Trego, 55 N. Frankfort St., Minster, $436.36. Capital One Bank, Richmond, Va., v. Randy L. Cottengain, 331 Pinehurst St., $3,336.73. Capital One Bank, Richmond, Va., v. Vivian L. Belt, 12414 County Road 25A, Anna, $5,370.68. Capital One Bank, Richmond, Va., v. Vivian L. Belt, 12414 Country Road 25A, Anna, $1,250.27. Dismissals Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Benjamin U. Poeppelman, 9702 State Route 705, Yorkshire. Dismissed without prejudice at plaintiff’s costs.
MCD general manager. “And property values change over time. Other factors that determine the assessment include the 1913 depth and extent of flooding on the property, and the current location of buildings or improvements on the site. A team of civil engineers and other professionals used computer mapping technology to accurately determine these factors. With the readjustment, we assure equitable distribution of the costs.� This is the sixth readjustment of benefits since the completion of the flood protection system in 1922. The most recent readjustment was done in 2004. Individual property owners and businesses
will receive a postcard in the mail in early March. The postcard will direct them to the MCD website where they can view their 2013 assessment amounts and see how their assessment is calculated. “Every situation is unique,� Bly says. “So, we encourage property owners to go to our website at miamiconservancy.org. Within a few minutes, they can see their assessment.� Property owners can file an objection/exception if they feel the information is in error. Information about how to file an objection/exception is on the website as well. Anyone without Internet connection can call MCD at (937) 2231271 for assistance.
Rec Board to meet The Sidney Recreation Board will discuss play structure improvements at several parks and accept a memorial donation when it meets Monday afternoon. The meeting begins at 4:15 p.m. in city council chambers at the municipal building. Park improvements
include a play structure concept at Geib Pavilion and Custenborder Field improvements. A Schwaiger memorial donation is being proposed. The board will also discuss historical plaques and trail signs at newly-developed Brookside Park.
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WEDNESDAY -7:01 p.m.: contempt. Sidney police arrested Jessica Slone, 33, on an outstanding warrant for contempt. -5:09 p.m.: arrest. Danny Zimmer, 38, 114 E. Clay St., was arrested by police on an outstanding warrant from Logan County. Zimmer was transported to the Shelby County Jail to await transport to Logan County.
-8:15 p.m.: investigation. Firefighters responded to 2100 Michigan St. for an investigation. No problem was found. A contractor was working on the sprinkler system. -5:16 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to the 1800 block of Glenn Place on a medical call. -2:09 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to the 200 block of South Vandemark Road on a medical call. -1:35 p.m.: injury. Medics responded to a report of an injury at the intersection of Washington Street and Main Avenue. -1:32 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to a medical call on the 300 block of Sycamore Avenue. -9:50 a.m.: injury. Medics responded to a report of an injury on the 500 block of Shie Avenue. -8:08 a.m.: injury. Medics responded to a report of an injury on the 500 block of North Vandemark Road.
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JACKSON CENTER — Paul Christopher Smith, 41, of 110 Redbud Circle, Apt. B, passed away Thursday morning, March 1, 2012. Arrangements are pending through Cromes Funeral Home, Sidney.
Road signs bids sought Shelby County Commissioners authorized bid advertising for county road signs for the engineering department during their meeting Thursday morning. Bids will be opened March 29 and forwarded to the county engineer for recommendations. Commissioners met with Dennis Baker of the Shelby County Solid Waste District to discuss Senate Bill 290 as it effects recycling. No action was taken by the board. County bills totaling $271,084.89 were approved for payment. Commissioners also transferred $6,081.96 from contract to worker’s compensation fund for Job & Family Services and appropriated $569.57 to the Shelby County Recycling Center, also for workmen’s compensation.
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great-greatgrandson; two sisters, Peggy Wyon, of New Mexico, Martha Cole, of Fulton, Mo.; and three wives, former Betty White, of Sidney, Barbara Erickson, of Phoenix, Ariz., Kathleen Lawson, of Covington. He was preceded in death by a son, a brother, and four sisters. Mr. Gustin was the owner and manager of the former Mo’s Lounge of Downtown Piqua. Private services are being provided to his family through the Jamieson and Yannucci Funeral Home, Piqua. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Luella S. Sommer FORT LORAMIE — Luella S. Sommer, 95, of 3672 Vera St., died at 10:45 p.m., on Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012, at Dorothy Love Retirement Community where she had been a patient for one week. She was born Jan. 24, 1917, in Fort Loramie to John B. and Clara (Schulze) Bergman. She was married April 14, 1945, in Minster to George F. Sommer. He died Feb. 17, 1986. Luella is survived by two children Gerald (Gary) Sommer, of Fort Loramie and Marsha and her husband Steve Davidson, of McCartyville; one granddaughter, Erica Davidson and her fiance Jesse Kreitzer; siblings include Leroy and Rita Bergman, of Minster, Paul and Pat Bergman, of Fort Loramie, Ruth Roth, of Celina; and a sister-in-law, Norma Bergman, of Houston. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Urban and his wife Teckla Bergman, Lester
Bergman and an infant Herbert Bergman; and a brother-in-law, Ralph Roth. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Fort Loramie, the St. Anne Ladies Sodality of the church and the Catholic Ladies of Columbia also of the church. She had been employed at the Autokraft Box Corp. of Minster for 26 years, had also worked at The Canning Factory in Minster and helped families in their homes in her younger years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at St. Michael Church, burial will follow at St. Michael Cemetery, Rev. Steven the Shoup presides. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday and 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home in Minster. Memorial donations may be made to the Fort Loramie Rescue Squad. Condolences may be left on our website at www.hogenkampfh.com.
Health Network adds Wilson Hospital COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Health Network has added Wilson Memorial Hospital in Sidney. Founded by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the health network gives member hospitals cost savings through group purchasing as well as educational and professional networking opportunities. Representatives from member hospitals meet regularly to share information and best practices. Physicians and other medical professionals can participate in educational programs offered through Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center. “Membership in the Ohio State Health Network will enable us to participate in a valuable exchange of ideas and resources. We are looking forward to networking with other healthcare professionals through round tables and educational programs,” said Tom Boecker, CEO of Wilson Memorial Hospital. Hospitals in the network also take advantage of group purchasing programs that can reduce costs on medical equipment, supplies and services. “When hospitals work together to lower expenses and share best practices, it ultimately
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benefits all of the patients. Wilson Memorial Hospital’s participation will further strengthen this statewide resource,” said Pete Geier, CEO of Ohio State’s Health System. This is the second addition to the network in recent months, says Joe D’Ettorre, CEO of Wyandot Memorial Hospital and chairman of the Ohio State Health Network board. Berger Health System in Circleville joined the group in December. “I feel there will be a good chemistry between Wilson Memorial Hospital and the existing members. I look forward to having them in the network,” adds D’Ettorre. Wilson, a full-service community hospital, has been serving the residents of Shelby County and surrounding area for more than 80 years. The hospital is accredited by the Healthcare Facility Accreditation Program (HFAP). Other members of the Ohio State Health Network are BarHospital, nesville Berger Health System, Madison County Hospital, Mary Rutan Hospital, Mercer County Community Hospital, The Ohio State University Health System and Wyandot Memorial Hospital.
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The Sidney-Shelby County Health Depart2260843 ment has scheduled two April 14 clean up sites in partnership with township officials. Solid waste trucks NOW OPEN will be located at the Saturday & Sunday 1-4 Houston Community in Loramie Center New Model Home at Indian Lake’s Township and the Franklin Township building on County Road 25A. Sites will be open 937-492-8640 • info@shrevesconstruction.com from 8 a.m. to noon. 2263250 Shelby County residents may bring solid waste items for disposal Ruth Ann Kruse, 75, mane Society and leaves including large item of 2901 Fair Road, behind her beloved cats. trash and junk. Howpassed away Tuesday, Graveside services ever, items such as tires, Feb. 28, 2012, at 5:25 will be held Saturday a.m., at Fair Haven at 10:30 a.m. at GreenShelby County Home. lawn Cemetery in WaShe was born on June pakoneta with the 4, 1936, in Greenville, Rev. Philip K. and will continue to live the daughter of the late Chilcote officiating. here. I realize this is a Ralph and Hazel (Hill) There will be no pub- bad time to leave, as I Hunt. lic visitation prior to have had the great op2261112 On April 8, 1962, she graveside services. portunity to be part of Let Western Ohio married Lowell Kruse, Arrangements are in all the positive changes Mortgage Take Care who preceded her in the care of Cromes Fu- taking place in Sidney March 13, 2009. neral Home, 302 S. Main City Schools. Walking of Your Home Needs death Mrs. Kruse was a Ave. the halls of Sidney High Western Ohio Mortgage 1954 graduate of Memorials may be School, it is clear we are 733 Fair Road, Sidney Greenville High School. made to the Shelby a school of talented, She worked as a former County Humane Society, well-rounded students Office: 937-497-9662 Toll Free: 800-736-8485 office assistant. She was in memory of Ruth Ann and a talented staff of Teresa Rose a member of the Anna Kruse. President professionals. However, United Methodist Condolences may be this business opportuChurch, where she for- expressed to Ruth’s fam- nity was an important merly taught Catechism. ily at the funeral home’s move for both me and 2260761 She was associated with w e b s i t e , my family in order to seand supported the Hu- www.cromesfh.com. cure our future.” Superintendent John Scheu says Gooding will be sorely missed by the entire district. BOTKINS, OHIO Due to a scheduled to do business on Satur“Gene Gooding is one Order NOW complete system mod- day are advised to do so of the finest administraernization, the Shelby ahead of time on Friday. tors I have ever had the for Assured County Bureau of Motor Customers are re- opportunity to work Spring Vehicles on Milligan minded they may renew with in my career in edDelivery! Court in Sidney will vehicle registrations or ucation,” said Scheu. “He CALL 693-3263 FOR APPOINTMENT close early at 4:30 p.m. purchase license plates has done an amazing job on line 24 hours a day, as the leader of Sidney AT YOUR HOME OR OUR OFFICE today. The bureau will also be seven days a week at High School and has all day on Satur- www.oplates.com or by made an incredibly posiGive the Gift that closed day. Customers needing calling (866) 675-2837. tive impact on the school keeps on giving building, staff and overall operations at SHS. BITUARY POLICY We have very big shoes to fill in finding a perThe Sidney Daily and/or obituaries are News publishes abbrevi- submitted via the famated death notices free ily's funeral home, alFor Gift Subscriptions please call 937-498-5939 of charge. There is a flat though in some cases a or 1-800-688-4820 $75 charge for obituar- family may choose to ies and photographs. submit the information We accept Usually death notices directly.
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C O V I N GTON — Charles E. “Mo” Gustin, 82, of 8890 Covington-Gettysburg Road, died at 8:06 a.m., on T h u r s d a y, March 1, 2012, at the Heritage Manor Nursing Home of Minster. He was born Sept. 22, 1929, in Patterson, Mo. to the late Harry and Alice M. (Slade) Gustin. Survivors include a daughter, Dianna (Gary) King, of Sidney; a son, Charles E. (Lynn Mangen) Gustin II, of Piqua; a step son Grayson Houk, of Piqua; a stepdaughter Cindy Morrill, of California; five grandchildren, Tammy Ward, Michelle (Max) Knasel, Stacey Ward, Tammy Jean Sellner, Carter Landers; 13 great-grandchildren; a
Graveside Service Saturday 10:30am at Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta.
BOE to meet The Sidney City School Board of Education will meet on Saturday at 8 a.m. in the Board of Education Office. The board will meet in executive session for the purpose of discussing the employment of an employee.
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manent replacement for Gene and we wish him the best in this new endeavor.” “The hardest part for me is leaving the exceptional staff, students, and parents of the Sidney community,” explained Gooding. “I am confident Sidney High School will continue to achieve and grow as the outstanding educational building it has become.” The process of finding a temporary replacement for the Sidney High School Principal position was successful. Superintendent John Scheu will recommend Jerry Harmon to the Board of Education for appointment as Interim Principal at Sidney High School at the Monday board meeting. Harmon is a familiar face at Sidney City Schools; he previously served as Interim Superintendent of Sidney City Schools in 2011. Harmon also previously held a principal post at Parkwood Elementary School.
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WAPAKONETA — An Indiana man was arrested a n d charged in the death of a W a pakoneta man. Robby B. Barnett, 52, Barnett of Peru, Ind., was indicted by the Auglaize County grand jury on one count of involuntary manslaughter,
a felony of the first degree, one count of the illegal manufacture of drugs, a felony of the second degree, and one count of the illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, a felony of the third degree. The charges stem from a mobile home fire on May 4, 2011, at 11:20 p.m. The fire was in the Lakeside Estates Mobile Home Park of Wapakoneta-Fisher Road, just east of Wapakoneta.
CHARGES claims adjuster. His name is being withheld by The Associated Press to protect the children’s identities. Troy police said they impounded the father’s truck and seized four laptops from the home and a video camera and two wooden paddles from the master bedroom. School officials said the man had recently withdrawn the three adopted children from school, saying he would home school them. A neighbor said he had no idea anything lurid might be going on in the home. “You don’t know what goes on inside people’s homes,” said neighbor Ed Rogers, who had lived across the street from the man the past five years in a neighborhood lined with single-story ranch homes, typical in this working class city of 25,000 people about 20 miles north of Dayton. “I’ll never look at that house the same way again. I’ll just look at it with sickness.” The man at the center of the investigation is a longtime Troy resident who had been involved in a local youth basketball program. Police Capt. Chris Anderson said police so far haven’t found any signs of any inappropriate behavior with other children, even as calls poured in from worried parents. “Shock and disbelief,” Anderson said of the community’s reaction. Rogers and his wife, Sherry, said the man was something of a loner but would chit-chat when out mowing his lawn or when the kids were playing outside. Sherry Rogers recalled Thursday that his blinds were usually drawn shut at his home, a few blocks from an elementary school. Police said they had hadn’t found any records of past criminal charges against the man. He had adopted three children, including a 9-year-old girl, and was in the processing of adopting the fourth who lived with him. The children came from Texas, where state officials said Thursday they have been reviewing their records but had found nothing out of the ordinary or outside of procedures, which include background checks, and parental training. “We’re sick about the results, but it’s not that the process was not followed,” said Patrick Crimmins, spokesman for the Texas family services agency. “This appears to be a tragic but isolated incident.” Ohio children’s services officials said they were also reviewing the adoptions, handled through a private agency certified by the state. Ohio spokesman Ben Johnson said the adoptive father was first certified as a foster parent in
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Miami County in 2005. He said Ohio and Texas officials were in communication about the case. The case comes as Ohio Gov. John Kasich and Attorney General Mike DeWine have made investigating human trafficking and exploitation of minors a priority. “This is a horrible situation,” DeWine said. “It’s always shocking whenever you have children who are abused, and when children are sexually abused … this is so reprehensible.” An undercover detective in Franklin County, part of a state task force, talked online with the adoptive father, who said he would arrange sex with a 10-year-old boy, Troy police said. He had been led to the adoptive father by another man who had posted a Craigslist ad wanting “taboo” sex, police said. The adoptive father was going to meet the undercover detective at a McDonald’s in a nearby city, but police moved in two days before the scheduled meeting, according to records. They confronted the man with text messages and online communications about arranging sex with the boy, police said in a case report filed in court. Federal and state prosecutors and investigators and police from three Ohio cities were meeting to discuss how to proceed. The FBI said it was pursuing federal sexual exploitation charges. The adoptive father was being held on $800,000 bond Thursday. The Miami County public defender’s office didn’t return a message. Jason Zwick, 29, of the Dayton suburb of Beavercreek was being held in Miami County on a rape charge and $500,000 bond. A message was left for his attorney. Patrick Rieder, 31, was charged with four counts of child rape, the Montgomery County prosecutor’s office said. Rieder was being held Thursday without bond in Montgomery County. No attorney information for him was immediately available. The Montgomery County prosecutor on Thursday also charged the adoptive father with one count of child rape and four counts of complicity to commit child rape, based on an allegation of sexual assault in Rieder’s Dayton home. Prosecutor’s spokesman Greg Flannagan declined to discuss details of the new charges, filed in addition to the earlier Miami County charges. ——— Sewell reported from Cincinnati. AP writers Juan Carlos Llorca in El Paso, Texas, and Julie Carr-Smyth in Columbus also contributed to the story. Editorial
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St. Johns Fire Department responded to the scene and found Jeffrey A. Aldrich, 53, inside the mobile home. He was transported to Lima Memorial Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. The investigation into the cause of the fire involved the Sheriff’s Office, Ohio State Fire Marshal and the Grand Lake Drug Task Force. Barnett is currently in custody at the Auglaize County Corrections Center.
BY JENNIFER BUMGARNER jbumgarner@sdnccg.com NEW BREMEN — Engineers have been assessing the remains of a historic landmark to determine if it can be brought back to life. The 1895 Boesel Opera House which was home to the Fireside Pub and Que’s Barber Shop went up in flames on Monday. The cause of the fire has been ruled as undetermined. Insurance adjustors have not yet set a dollar loss for the building and businesses it contained. The building is owned by Crown
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Equipment Corp. and has had experts at the site to assess the level of damage to the building. “Right now we’re still assessing the structural integrity of the building and once we can determine if it is salvageable, we’ll decide where to go from there,” said Randy Niekamp, Crown’s vice president of human resources. “The downtown area is very important to Crown and the building is of historic nature. The goal would be to save it but within reason.” There is no word as to how long assessments of the building will take.
Coach talks about school shooting CHARDON (AP) — An assistant football coach credited with chasing a teenage gunman from an Ohio school said Thursday that he wanted families of the three children slain in a shooting spree to know that he comforted the teens as they lay dying after the attack. “I want you to know I was with them. I prayed with them. I wiped their
tears and I know God was with them,” an emotional Frank Hall said during a news conference shortly after the 17-year-old suspect was charged in the rampage. Hall, who has been credited by students, faculty and police with chasing the gunman from the school building and perhaps saving more people, brushed
aside the accolades. “I don’t know why this happened. I only wish I could have done more. I’m not a hero. Just a football coach and a study hall teacher,” said Hall, a tall, barrel-chested man with a boyish face who paused to compose himself at one point and read from notes as he spoke near to the school’s football field. The emergency re-
sponders at the scene were the real heroes, said Hall, who left the outdoor news conference with a colleague’s arm wrapped around him. T.J. Lane was charged Thursday with killing three students, the first step in proceedings that could see him charged as an adult and facing the possibility of life without parole if convicted.
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Continue to Support the Shelby County Prosecutor’s Office WITH YOUR VOTE ON MARCH 6, 2012 RALPH A. BAUER, 11 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, Responsible for Felonies, Townships, Elected Officials, manager of office; wife, Lisa; children: Aaron, Christian, Katie and Betsy. JEFFREY J. BEIGEL, 9 YEARs with Prosecutor’s Office, handling Civil matters, Appellate cases, EPA and Preliminary Hearings at Municipal Court, wife, Lori; children: Katherine and Alex. THOMAS W. KERRIGAN, II, 28 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, Juvenile Court cases, Foreclosures, County Real Estate Tax Collections and White Collar crime; wife, Pam; children: Lauren, Katie and Trey. RACHEL STIR, 1 YEAR with Prosecutor’s Office, protecting Abused, Neglected and Dependent children, daughter, Cora. TONYA THIEMAN, 30 YEARS prosecutorial experience, responsible for prosecuting all misdemeanor charges for the Villages of Shelby County; husband, Jim is a partner Faulkner, Garmhausen, Keister & Shenk L.P.A., children: Tara, Nicole and Ben. PAM (SCHMIESING) KERRIGAN, 27 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, Stenography/Courtroom Procedures Certificate, Sinclair Community College, full time prosecutor assistant who handles all felony case files, Civil , Township, Elected Officials and Grand Jury files; husband, Tom Kerrigan, II, son: Trey Kerrigan. KATHY (KREBS) GEORGE, 27 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, Business/Legal Assistant, Associates Degree, Northwestern Business College, handles all County Real Estate Delinquent Tax collections, County Foreclosures, all County collection accounts, and all County-related Bankruptcy Court filings; husband, Frank George, daughters: Kristen and Erin. DIANE (LENHART) FRANK, 8 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, Business Degree, Miami Jacobs College, Assistant for Juvenile Court matters and various Township issues; husband, Ron Frank, children: Megan and Daniel. DAWN JENNINGS, 5 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office, B.A. Accounting, University of Northwestern Ohio, department bookkeeper. TERESA (VEIT) GRILLOT, 4 YEARS with Prosecutor’s Office as Receptionist/Typist, husband, Phil Grillot, children: Brad, Erin and Adam. HEATHER ROE-MCCLAIN, 1 YEAR with Prosecutor’s Office, Paralegal/Business, Associate Degree, Edison Community College, Paralegal member of Ohio Bar Association, Assistant for Civil, Appellate and Children Services Division files, husband: Brian McClain, daughter: Addyson. HON. DUANE GOETTEMOELLER was an Assistant Prosecutor in this office under Ralph A. Bauer before becoming Sidney Municipal Court Judge. HON. JAMES STEVENSON was an Assistant Prosecutor and the Prosecutor in this office for 30 years before becoming the Shelby County Common Pleas Court Judge.
Ralph Bauer has served as an Assistant Prosecutor for Michael F. Boller and James F. Stevenson
Bauer did a wonderful job To the editor, I believe Shelby County is well served by Ralph A. Bauer as prosecutor as he did a wonderful job in the prosecution of my case. Ralph and his team supported me through this whole ordeal involving my boss, Jamie Seitz. They kept me advised and consulted with me on every step of the criminal process. I know that Prosecutor Bauer spent numberous hours working toward obtaining justice for me in this case. We met prior to the first trial on several occasions including a Saturday to prepare my testimony. Prosecutor Bauer obtained a convition for me in the first trial of this action. However, due to juror misconduct, Judge Stevenson has to set
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aside the conviction and set the matter for a second trial. Prosecutor Bauer obtained a conviction for me in the second trial for kidnapping and assault which will result in the defendant obtaining a prison sentence of two to eight years. Shelby County is well served by having Ralph Bauer as your county prosecutor. I personally observed his interation with law enforement, my victim advocate, witnesses to the case adn his professionalism in the courtroom. I urge you to support Prosecutor Bauer and reelect him on March 6. Scarlet Ashworth 684 Maghan Court Tipp City
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Americans fly home CAIRO (AP) — Seven Americans on trial over charges their pro-democracy groups fomented unrest flew out of Egypt Thursday after the U.S. posted nearly $5 million in bail for them and nine others who managed to leave before a travel ban was imposed. The departure of the seven eased a deep diplomatic crisis between the U.S. and Egypt that had been building for two months, following a crackdown on pro-democracy and human rights groups by the Egyptian government. Though the Americans were safely on their way home, Washington indicated that its anger over the affair has not abated.
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Syrian rebels withdraw BEIRUT (AP) — After a punishing, monthlong military siege, Syrian rebels made what they called a “tactical retreat” Thursday from a key district in Homs, saying they were running low on weapons and the humanitarian conditions were unbearable. Within hours of the rebels’ withdrawal, President Bashar Assad’s regime granted permission for the International Committee of the Red Cross to enter the neighborhood of Baba Amr, which had become a symbol of the resistance. Human rights workers have been appealing for access for weeks to deliver food, water and medicine, and to help evacuate the wounded
from an area that has been sealed off and attacked by the government since early February. The Red Cross and the Syrian Arab Red Crescent received a “green light” from the Syrian authorities to enter Baba Amr on Friday “to bring in much-needed assistance including food and medical aid, and to carry out evacuation operations,” ICRC spokesman Hicham Hassan told The Associated Press in Geneva. Also Thursday, Syria’s main opposition group, the Syrian National Council, formed a military bureau to help organize the armed resistance and funnel weapons to rebels — a sign of how
GOP attacks continue SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Seizing an opportunity to inflame fears about Mitt conservative Romney’s credentials, Rick Santorum on Thursday said his presidential rival’s gut reaction to a contraception measure in the Senate shows the former Massachusetts governor is not conservative “at the core.” Romney opened himself to criticism the day before by telling a reporter that he opposed a Republican bill to block President Barack Obama’s policy on contraception insurance coverage. Hours later, Romney reversed himself and said he had misunderstood the question. But the damage was done. Santorum used the opening to score political points just five days before Super Tuesday’s 10-state voting.
deeply militarized the conflict has become over the past year. The uprising began in March 2011 with mostly peaceful protests, but a fierce government crackdown has led many army defectors and others to take up arms and fight back, with more than 7,500 estimated killed. The siege of Baba Amr has been among the deadliest assaults as Syrian forces bombarded the district with shells and snipers fired from rooftops. Late Thursday, a Syrian official said the army had entered and taken control of the area. The Local Coordination Committees said there were 45 deaths recorded in Syria
Thursday, 24 of them in Homs. Hundreds of people were killed and an unknown number wounded in Baba Amr; bloodied victims were forced to seek help in makeshift clinics with dwindling supplies amid a frigid winter. . “Assad’s army has destroyed most of the homes in the neighborhood,” said a statement posted online by the Baba Amr rebels’ brigade about the retreat. They said the decision was based on “worsening humanitarian conditions, lack of food and medicine and water, electricity and communication cuts as well as shortages in weapons.”
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Blogger dies LOS ANGELES (AP) — Andrew Breitbart used the Internet relentlessly to ignite political scandal and expose what he saw as media bias, even if he sometimes had to editthe facts to do it. The fiery online publisher and blogger who collapsed and died Thursday at 43 relished public combat with liberals — a YouTube clip last month shows him bellowing at Occupy Wall Street protesters, “Stop raping people, you freaks!” Yet the conservatives and tea party activists who loved him said he exposed corrupt leaders and what he called the hopelessly liberal “old media guard.” The converted Hollywood lefty who partied his way through Tulane University was also a soft-spoken father of four.
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A WOMAN comforts her daughter in a schoolyard after a fatal shooting of an American gym teacher at a school in Sulaimaniyah, 160 miles northeast of Baghdad, Iraq, Thursday. A student in a crowded classroom pulled out a gun, shot the teacher and then shot himself, officials and eyewitnesses said.
Teacher killed SULAIMANIYAH, Iraq (AP) — The quarrel at a Christian school was at first easily ignored by other students: a disagreement between a classmate and a teacher that could barely be heard. But it quickly escalated into gunfire Thursday in a murder-suicide marking the rare violent death of an American in Iraq’s most peaceful region. Authorities in the Kurdish city of Sulaimaniyah said 18year-old Biyar Sarwar shot his gym teacher, U.S. citizen Jeremiah Small, before turning the gun on himself at a private English-speaking school during a morning sports lecture. Sarwar died later at a nearby hospital. The U.S. State Department confirmed the identity of the dead teacher. Small, 33, was from Cosmopolis, a town in western Washington state near the coast. His father, J. Dan Small, confirmed the death on his Facebook page. “Our old-
est, Jeremiah, was martyred in Kurdistan this a.m.,” the elder Small wrote. Eyewitnesses in Iraq described a scene of chaos in the classroom, with some students fainting in fear after gunfire shattered the morning class. Ahmed Mohammed said he was sitting in the front of the classroom and paid little attention to the argument when it first erupted. He said he could barely hear what was happening because Sarwar was at the back of the room. “Then I heard the gunshot,” said Mohammed, his face pale as he recounted the scene. “I turned my head and saw the body of the American teacher on the ground with blood near it. All the students started to run out of the room. Seconds later, as I was running to the reach the school gate, I heard another gunshot.” A short time later, another student shouted that Sarwar had killed himself, Mohammed said.
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Two U.S. troops were gunned down by two Afghan soldiers and an accomplice Thursday, the latest of six American service members killed by their Afghan partners since the burning of Muslim holy books at a U.S. base last week sent anti-Americanism soaring in a nation that has long distrusted foreigners. The killings come at a time when international troops have stepped up training and mentoring of Afghan soldiers, police and government workers so the Afghans can take the lead and the foreign forces go home. Success of the partnership, the focus of the U.S.-led coalition’s exit strategy, is threatened by a rising number of Afghan police and soldiers — or militants disguised in their uniforms — who are turning their guns on their foreign allies. The latest victims were killed on a joint U.S.-Afghan base in Zhari district of southern Kandahar province by two Afghan soldiers and Afghan
civilian literacy instructor who fired from a sentry tower, according to U.S. and Afghan officials. NATO forces shot and killed two of the assailants, apparently the soldiers, said Pentagon press secretary George Little. On Feb. 25, two U.S. military advisers were found dead with shots to the back of the head inside the Afghan Interior Ministry in Kabul. Two U.S. troops were killed Feb. 23 by an Afghan soldier during an antiWestern protest over the Quran burning. The U.S. apologized for the burning, saying the Islamic texts were mistakenly sent to a garbage burn pit Feb. 20 at Bagram Air Field, north of Kabul. But the incident raised what had been simmering animosity toward outsiders to a full boil. Deadly protests raged around the nation for six days — the most visible example of a deep-seated resentment bred by what Afghans view is a general lack of respect for their culture and religion.
Obama demands Congress end gas, oil subsidies NASHUA, N.H. (AP) — President Barack Obama, turning his political sights on snowy New Hampshire, demanded that Congress eliminate oil and gas company subsidies that he called an outrageous government “giveaway.” Though politically a long shot, the White House believes the idea resonates at a time of high gasoline prices. “Let’s put every single member of Congress on record: You can stand with oil companies or you can stand up for the American people,” Obama said, reiterating an appeal he made last year as gas prices were rising. The president also said GOP charges that his policies are driving up gas prices won’t pass “a political bull-detector”
test and pointed to a chart that showed decreasing U.S. dependence on foreign oil. His remarks came as retail gasoline prices rose Thursday to a national average of $3.74 per gallon. Obama has repeatedly called for an end to about $4 billion in annual tax breaks and subsidies for oil and gas companies, government support that Obama has said is unwarranted at a time of burgeoning profits and rising domestic production. “It’s outrageous. It’s inexcusable. I’m asking Congress: eliminate this oil industry giveaway right away,” he told a crowd at Nashua Community College after touring the school’s automotive lab.
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Couple to return to Waldorf NEW YORK (AP) — A Connecticut couple will mark their 60th wedding anniversary at New York’s Waldorf-Astoria for the same $16.80 per night they paid on their honeymoon. Isidore and Joan Schwartz, of East Lyme, Conn., still have their hotel bill from March 2, 1952. Today, rooms at the Waldorf start at $319 a night. The hotel charges the original room rate for returning guests celebrating a milestone. It says two to three couples a year take advantage of the deal.
Unemployment applications dip to 4-year low WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell slightly last week to the lowest point in four years, a further sign that the U.S. job market is improving. A seasonally adjusted 351,000 people sought unemployment aid, down from 353,000 the previous week, the Labor Department said Thursday. That matches the four-year low reached three weeks ago. The improving numbers show that steadily fewer people are being laid off and suggest that some companies are stepping up hiring. The four-week average of applications, which smooths out weekly fluctuations in the data, also fell last week, to 354,000. That’s also the lowest in four years. Applications for unemployment aid have fallen steadily since the early fall and are now down nearly 15 percent since October. When applications drop consistently below 375,000, it usually signals that hiring is strong enough to lower the unemployment rate.
John Ryding, an economist at RDQ Economics, said the drop in unemployment applications can be attributed to a “marked improvement in the pace of job creation.” Economists expect another strong month of hiring for February, similar to the average net gain of about 200,000 jobs in each of the previous three months. The economy added 243,000 net jobs in January, the most in nine months. The unemployment rate dropped for the fifth straight month, to 8.3 percent, the lowest in nearly three years. Healthier economic growth is spurring greater job growth. The economy expanded at an annual rate of 3 percent in the final three months of last year. Most economists expect growth to slow in the current quarter, because companies won’t need to rebuild their stockpiles of goods as much as they did last winter. That would mean less production of goods. But there are signs that the economy is still expanding at a healthy pace. The Federal Reserve said Wednesday
that overall economic activity increased at a “modest to moderate pace.” It pointed to busier factories, higher retail sales, more jobs and growth in home sales. Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke told lawmakers that the economy has performed better than expected in recent months and that if the trend continued, it could alter the Fed’s outlook for a slow recovery. The job market still has a long way to go before it fully recovers from the damage of the Great Recession. Nearly 13 million people remain unemployed, and 8.3 percent unemployment is painfully high. One reason the unemployment rate has fallen is that many people have given up looking for work. The government only counts people as unemployed if they are actively searching for a job. The number of people receiving unemployment aid ticked up slightly last week. The total benefit rolls rose to 7.5 million in the week ended Feb. 11, the latest data available. That’s up nearly 12,000 from the previous week but down from nearly 7.7 million in late January.
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This Evening • Hope in Recovery, similar to traditional 12-step programs to confront destructive habits and behaviors, meets at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. 4th St., Greenville, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call (937) 548-9006. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Staying Clean for the Weekend, meets at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 230 E. Poplar St.
Saturday Morning • Agape Mobile Rural Food Pantry Distribution, in Port Jefferson, 9 a.m. to noon.
Saturday Afternoon • Agape Mobile Rural Food Pantry Distribution, in Maplewood, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Saturday Evening • The Sidney-Shelby County Chess Club “Checkmates” meets at 7 p.m. at the library at the Dorothy Love Retirement Community. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, call 497-7326. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Saturday Night Live, meets at 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St.
Sunday Morning • Catholic Adult Singles Club will meet for a benediction in Maria Stein. For information, call (419) 678-8691.
Sunday Afternoon • Shelby County Deer Hunters holds its monthly Sunday Rifle Shoot at 7988 Johnston-Slagle Road beginning at 1 p.m. Program — one round at five different targets, pays three places. Points awarded to members for end-of-the-year trophy. Open to the public.
Teen: I’ve never been drunk DR. WALdamage, but the LACE: I’m 18, fact that you and I enjoy the drink beer every taste of a cold day is troubling. beer. I drink Alcohol is a very one a day and powerful addictwo on the tive drug. You weekends. My start thinking parents are you can control aware of this ’Tween it, only to realize (They are modit controls you. erate drinkers) 12 & 20 Do yourself a Dr. Robert and allow me to real favor. Stop Wallace drink at home drinking altobecause they gether or at least don’t want me drinking cut back on the number with the guys away from of days per week that home. I’ve never been you drink. drunk in my life, and I Please read the foldon’t ever intend to be. lowing letter from a guy I’ve read all about how who lost it all because he much damage alcohol thought he could handle does to your body, but I his “innocent” beers find it impossible to be- every now and then: lieve that a beer or two a DR. WALLACE: day is really going to do When I was a teenager, I you in. — Nameless, Mt. started drinking a few Holly, N.C. “innocent” beers every NAMELESS: The now and then, and by jury is still out on the time I was 29, I was whether small amounts consuming 3 to 4 beers of alcohol cause physical per day. Still, I thought I
• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Never Alone, Dear Heloise: My sinNever Again, meets at 6:30 p.m. at First Christian gle-mom daughter reChurch, 320 E. Russell Road. cently put together a wonderful gift for her 13Monday Afternoon • Sidney Rotary Club meets at noon at CJ’s year-old son. She asked Highmarks. For more information on activities or all the men in his life to becoming a member, contact Scott Barhorst at 492- provide words of advice for a young man enter0823. • The New Knoxville Community Library will ing his teen years. The included his hold story time from 1 to 1:30 p.m. for children 3, 4 list grandpa, uncle, cousins, and 5. Stories, songs and more. • New Bremen Public Library will hold the Sunday-school teachers Tween Club for grades 4 to 6 at 5:30 p.m. There will and friends. Each one had a different perspecbe a snack, book and craft. tive. The response was Monday Evening and heartamazing • Minster Historical Society meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Minster Historical Society Museum, 112 warming. The replies were put in a notebook Fourth St., Minster. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Vision of titled “Words of WisHope, group meets at 7 p.m. at Russell Road Chris- dom.” This hint is one that tian Center, 340 W. Russell Road. many single moms • Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program for might appreciate. Our anyone desiring to stop eating compulsively, meets grandson appreciated at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 1505 S. Main the advice and will cherSt., Bellefontaine. • Sidney Boy Scout Troop 97 meets at 7 p.m. at ish the book forever. — St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. All new mem- Jan in Arizona Jan, this is a wonderbers are welcome. For more information, call Tom ful heart hint! It’s espeFrantz at 492-7075. • TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 7 cially meaningful for any p.m. at Faith Alliance Church, New Knoxville Road, New Bremen. • Women of the Moose meets at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, on the corner of Broadway Avenue BY FRANCIS DRAKE and Russell Road. • Anna Civic Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at What kind of day will the Anna Library. New members with new ideas al- tomorrow be? To find out ways are welcome. what the stars say, read the forecast given for Tuesday Morning • The F. J. Stallo Memorial Library in Minster your birth sign. will hold Storytime from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for For Saturday children 3, 4 and 5. March 3, 2012 Tuesday Afternoon
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of authority. (This definitely could be a parent.) It is what it is. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don’t be overzealous in selling your ideas to others today, because they will not be receptive. Give people space and breathing room to make up their own minds. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Financial squabbles or quarrels about something you own might erupt today. You won’t be able to get your way, so give others a wide berth about these issues. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Someone definitely opposes your wishes today. Is this really such a big deal? After all, nobody can always get their way, can they? LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Just do what is expected of you at work today, because your ambitions will be thwarted if you extend your reach. You’ve got to know when to hold and when to fold.
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is especially true when handling clothing from young children and the elderly. 2. When I get to the last load in a bottle of liquid detergent, I usually can get enough soap for a small load by rinsing the bottle a couple of times. 3. When I have two small loads of similar weight and color (e.g., pastels and whites), but don’t want to wash them together, I hold the first load in the dryer without turning it on until the second load is washed. Then I place the second load in the dryer with the first load and dry them together. Saves time and electricity. — Mary in Omaha Send a hint to: Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000 or heloise@heloise.com.
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• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Addicts at ARIES Work, meets at noon at St. John’s Lutheran (March 21 to April 19) Church, 120 W. Water St. You might find that • The Tween Book Club for children in fourth and fifth grades will meet at the Francis J. Stallo others will block your efforts today, so there’s no Memorial Library in Minster at 3:30 p.m. point in being pushy. In Tuesday Evening fact, this opposition is • Head, Neck and Oral Cancer Support Group hard to spot because it’s for patients and caregivers meets at St. Rita’s Re- behind the scenes. gional Cancer Center in the Garden Conference TAURUS Room from 5 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (April 20 to May 20) (419) 227-3361. Don’t go up against • PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Les- others in group situabians and Gays) meets at 6 p.m. in the second floor tions today, because it board room of the Public Service Building on the will just be a waste of OSU/Rhodes campus, 4240 Campus Drive, Lima. time. Differences related For more information, call (419) 581-6065, email to romance, sports and pflag_lima@yahoo.com. possibly children are dif• The Narcotics Anonymous group, Living the ficult to settle today. PaBasics, meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Apostolic Temple, tience is your only 210 Pomeroy Ave. recourse. • The New Bremen Public Library will host GEMINI story time at 6:30 p.m. (May 21 to June 20) • Asthma Awareness educational classes will be Your plans at home, held at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, especially for renovaSt. Marys, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Registration is not tions or major changes, required and the class is free. For more informa- will be blocked by sometion, call Stacy Hilgefort at (419) 394-3335, ext. one older or in a position 2004.
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DR. WALLACE: I’m going to graduate in June. I have the grades and my parents have the finances for me to attend college. The problem is that I don’t need a college degree to become proficient in the field I have selected for my future employment. Without discussing what this field is, all I can tell you is that on-the-job training is more valuable than psychology 101. My parents are pushing me to attend college. Give me a reasonably short answer on why you agree with them because I am 100 percent sure you will. — Gretchen, Madison, Wis. GRETCHEN: You are 100 percent correct. A college degree doesn’t guarantee success, but I’m convinced it will prepare you to reach your maximum potential in facing life’s challenges!
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could handle my beer, so I got married and had three children. I had a good job and our family had a pretty good life — that is, when I wasn’t drinking beer. When my wife divorced me, I was a total alcoholic consuming anywhere from 10 to 15 beers per day. Because of my alcoholic beer consumption, I lost my family, my house and finally, my job. Luckily, I now have my life back to normal with the help, guidance and understanding of Alcoholics Anonymous. Teens, please don’t think that you can’t get hooked on beer. I am living proof that you can. Would you believe that I never have tasted hard liquor or wine in my life — only beer? And it did me in. Alcohol is alcohol, regardless of its form. — Jared, Lima, Ohio
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) It’s not easy to get cooperation from others today in group situations, especially with anything related to children or having to do with vacations or sports. Knowing this, don’t push your luck! SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Be extra patient with family members today, because people are just not going to cooperate. In a way, is this really anything new? You just have to go with the flow. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Don’t be aggressive in pushing your views on others today, especially siblings and relatives. Lighten up! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Someone will not agree with your financial take on something today. Perhaps this person dis-
approves of your spending habits. Don’t take this seriously. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) It’s not easy getting along with others today, but you are not alone! The whole world feels this in some way. Therefore, keep smiling and be patient. YOU BORN TODAY You totally embrace whatever you do. (You’re no slouch.) In addition to this, you often have a finely tuned skill or technique to bring to your work. Although you’re a sensitive Pisces, you’re not scattered; you’re very focused. In addition, you are well-prepared for whatever you do. In the year ahead, an important choice will present itself. Choose wisely. Birthdate of: Norman Bethune, doctor/humanitarian; Jean Harlow, actress; Jessica Biel, actress.
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TODAY • Ozro & Rays and Main Street Greenville offer a culinary tour as the theme for First Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Greenville. Tickets are $10 and available at The Coffee Pot, Readmore’s Hallmark, Third Street Market, The A&B Coffee & Cake Co. or on-line at w w w. D o w n t o w n Greenville.org. Tour details including the starting location are available on the ticket. For information, call (937) 548-4998. • Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2012 is today and Sunday at Bel-Mar Lanes. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is open to the public, with admission of $40 to participate in bowling and prizes. High school students will be allowed to bowl for $20. Lanes are available Sunday noon to 4 p.m. 4927611. • The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2011-12 Demirjian Classical Connections series will continue with a program titled Bartók’s Musical Tapestry at 8 p.m. at the Schuster Center in downtown Dayton. Tickets: $9-$39. (888) 228-3 630. • Old Time Country Music Jamboree will be at the community center in Port Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Admission: $3. SATURDAY • Darke County Parks offers Maple Sugarin’ at the Prairie today from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at Shawnee Prairie, 4267 State Route 502 W. See how maple sugar was made in the 18th century. (937) 548-0165. • The American
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Czechoslovakian Club, 922 Balley St., Dayton, hosts a dance from 6 to 10 p.m. featuring Polka Tones band. $14 per person includes beer, wine, soda and snacks. Open to public. (937) 287-4275 or www.accdayton.com. • Lima Symphony Orchestra’s all percussion ensemble will demonstrate that nearly anything can be played as a drum, and will invite area preschool and elementary school students to make their very own percussion instruments during Kidstuff, presented free at the Lima Public Library at 10 a.m. (419) 222-5701. • Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. will be in concert at the Lost in the 50s Diner, 1533 Celina Road, St. Marys, at 7 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, call (567) 712-0107. • Francis J. Stallo Memorial Library in Minster will host a program, “Dinosaurs, Donuts and Dads” from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for boys 4 years old through first grade. Advance registration is required. SUNDAY • Fort Loramie Community Service Club hosts an all-you-can-eat, whole hog sausage and pancake breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the fort Loramie Elementary School cafeteria. $6 adults, $2 children 3-11, free for children 2 and under. • Lima Symphony Orchestra presents a family concert, “Beethoven Lives Upstairs,” at 2:45 p.m. at the Civic Center in Lima. Students who bring their KidStuff instruments (See Saturday, above) will be admitted to the concert free of charge, if accom-
panied by an adult. (419) 222-5701. Tickets: $10. (419) 222-5701. • The Allen County Historical Society in Lima presents an afternoon of spinning and weaving demonstrations sponsored by the Hawg Creek Spinners and Weavers’ Guild at the Folsom Auditorium of the Allen County Museum, 620 W. Market St. from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For information, call (419) 222-9426. • The Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and conductor Patrick Reynolds will join guest artists The Zoot Theatre Company at 3 p.m. in the Schuster Center in downtown Dayton for an afternoon of family entertainment. Attendees are invited to come early for family activities in the Schuster Center Winter Garden beginning at 2 p.m. Tickets; $12-$19. (888) 2283630. MONDAY • The Ohio State Department of Theatre will present Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” at 7 p.m., in the Martha W. Farmer Theatre for the Performing Arts on the Ohio State Lima campus. This abridged, interactive production is designed to introduce audiences, ages 8 and up, to the joys of Shakespeare and his language. It is approximately 70 minutes long. Free and open to the public. TUESDAY • Diana Schneider, assistant director of the Auglaize County Public Library System, will give an eBook presentation at 6:15 p.m. at the Stallo Memorial Library in Minster.
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Doctor to join Maria Stein practice MARIA STEIN —Maria Stein Family Practice has announced that Dr. Sarah Werner will join the practice in November. Werner received her Bachelor of Science and her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Ohio University. She is completing her family medicine residency at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center.
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THE RAGTIME Strutters will perform in Sidney at Dorothy Love Retirement Community’s Amos Community Center March 10. The concert is free and open to the public.
Dixieland band to perform at Dorothy Love Dorothy Love Retirement Community will present the Ragtime Strutters in concert in the Amos Community Center March 10 at 7 p.m. in celebration of Mardi Gras. The performance is free and open to the public. The band will play New Orleans jazz and the audience can sample Louisiana-style desserts.
The Ragtime Strutters have been performing together for over 20 years and have played all over the United States, including on the White House lawn for past presidents George Bush Sr. and Bill Clinton. They’ve also performed at the Rose Festival, on Ohio riverboats, at area fairs and carnivals and on houseboats.
The band comprises banjo player, Dan Rice; trumpeter, Rick Dickerson; tubist, Mike Grimes; and Sidney’s very own trombonist, Jim Strouse. Miss Caroline struts in front of the band carrying a parasol. Audiences will hear dixieland jazz played in the New Orleans style, which is a combination of jazz and blues. For information, call 497-6542.
SCHS considers programs Members of the board of trustees of the Shelby County Historical Society discussed current and upcoming programs during their February meeting recently. New co-presidents Julie Gilardi and Linda DeVelvis presided. Tilda Phlipot, director, reported that students from all Shelby County schools attended the immigration program. The group discussed
final preparations for its partnership project with Amos Memorial Library, Shelby County Reads, and planned an open house at the Ross Historical Center April 19. Special guests will be area families who have adopted children from China. The board reviewed plans for the society’s next exhibit, Shelby County Villages. It will be a recreation of an exhibit created in
2003 that was displayed in the basement of the courthouse during the inaugural Applefest. The show will highlight the history of each county village and will be developed through partnerships with all other historical societies in the county. The society is looking for sponsors for its upcoming Native American gathering scheduled for Applefest weekend in September.
Nice weather means laundry can hang outside, windows get washed The second would like to month of 2012 is thank you for almost over althe encouragready. A few ing comments days ago, it was on her column blowing snow last week. A and we received friend printed quite a few the comments inches. from the webAmish Now, this site so she could morning, the read them. She Cook sun is shining is still taking Lovina Eicher bright and the Minnie on her mercury on our daily rides. thermometer is almost Last week, daughter 40 degrees. Elizabeth and I accomI will probably take plished a lot of sewing. I advantage of the sewed sons, Benjamin weather and wash some and Joseph, each a new coats while we do laun- navy jacket and pants to dry. I like to hang the wear to church. They laundry outside to dry were pretty excited yeswhen it is nice like this. terday morning to wear Another job that needs their new outfits. I to be done again is wash- sewed the outfits on my ing the windows. With old, black-colored head, the sun shining on the Singer sewing machine. windows, I can really see My mother had one just the dirt. The rain and like it and it did not blowing snow tend to often need repair. My leave their mark on the other sewing machine is windows. We will see almost 10 years old. It how far we get, though, usually works pretty as Elizabeth has to go to well but it has been givher job today. She enjoys ing me some problems the little children she this last while. I oiled it cares for during the and cleaned it, but so far, week. cannot figure out what Yesterday, we at- the problem is. I probatended church services bly will end up giving in our district. There our friend, Terry, a call to were a lot of women and take a look at it. Elizachildren missing due to beth sews on her own sickness. The benches sewing machine which were still filled, though, was a Christmas gift with visitors from other from her friend, Timothy. church districts and I would like to trade communities. Some of mine in sometime for my dad’s cousins were one like she has. Hers is there so it was nice to a free armed and those get to visit with them. are very nice to do hemDaughter Susan ming and mending. We
also were sewing pillows. Elizabeth cuts out the pieces and sews the pieces together. Then I sew the ruffles on the edges and the front and back together. Elizabeth also sews the inside pillow and stuffs it with pillow stuffing. It is also the last week to get dog licenses renewed. We are planning to take the dogs to the vet for shots and renew their licenses tomorrow. Buddy, our border collie, is getting pretty big to get into our buggy. Our two rat terriers, Rover and Frisco, are smaller and easier to handle. We are in the process of installing a solar-powered freezer. The freezer is set up now and the solar-panels are here. A few of our neighbors are coming over tonight to help put the panels up. We are hoping this will work well. I think in the
long run, we will save money rather than buying propane for a freezer. We are hoping to butcher a beef once the freezer is running. (Editor’s note: solar power is becoming more popular among the Amish, it’s a way to power some appliances without being connected to “the grid.”) You readers try this recipe for a creamy vegetable soup! (Editor’s note: a cooking demonstration of this soup being prepared by the Amish Cook’s editor can be seen on the online program, “The Almost Amish Kitchen,” at www.amishcookonline.co m/amishkitchen).
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OPINION Friday, March 2, 2012
I N O UR V IEW Your hometown newspaper since 1891 Frank Beeson/Regional Group Publisher Jeffrey J. Billiel/Editor and Publisher Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
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Best candidate To the editor: On March 6, voters will choose a candidate in the Republican primary for the office of Shelby County Commissioner. I fully support Robert Guillozet for this position, and I wanted to briefly explain why Bob is the best candidate for the position. Bob possesses all of the leadership skills and character traits that will make him a great County Commissioner. I will highlight the two that I feel are most important. Honesty and integrity — I have worked with Bob in all types of difficult situations both as a Deputy Sheriff and Fire Officer. Regardless of the situation he was always forthright and honest in all of his actions and deeds. And more importantly he carries that same hon-
esty and integrity in his personal life. The second trait is that Bob is a very caring and compassionate person. This is evidenced by his involvement in many community activities, such as Kiwanis Club, Knights of Columbus and the Vespa Club, just to name a few. And Bob is just not a member in name but active in these organizations. He cares about our citizens and our youth. He listens and is always willing to step up and assist, often without recognition. These are just some of the reasons why Bob Guillozet is the best candidate for Shelby County Commissioner. Please join me in voting Guillozet for Commissioner on March 6. Stan Crosley 236 Sandpiper Place
They have it better To the editor: I am happy that Shelby County has a department that is doing so well it can give employees another paid day off the day after Thanksgiving. I suppose too many wanted that day off and the only way to accommodate would be to pay them all off and have their shopping day. No one wants them to use a vacation day, personal day or sick day that we already pay for. They need to save those sick days for cashing in when they retire. Then, because of no
pay raise for two years, their pay must be adjusted. So the next time the Health Department wants to put a levy up for vote, please remember these adjustments. How many paid days off does that make the Health Department now? How many do you get in a year? When was your pay last adjusted? What will be the Next Shelby County-Sidney department that needs an extra paid day off, and their pay adjusted? Gretchen Henry 15015 Sharp Road.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Timing is everything Great potential To the editor: On March 6, Republican voters of our county will decide the outcome of one of our county commission races. It has been reported in these pages that the Republican Central Committee has announced its endorsement for this race and that we should follow their recommendation. However, I beg to differ and that timing is everything in that endorsement. On Nov. 2, the Sidney Daily News reported that Mr. Toomey and Mr. Kleinhans were stepping down from their respective commission seats and that the Republican Central Committee announced there would be two other Republicans running for their seats. At the time there were in fact three Republicans circulating petitions for their seats and the Central Committee for all practical purposes had already made up its mind as to who they would be supporting and only granted the interview to say they went through the motions. Everyone keeps saying it is their candidate’s turn to run for commissioner because of their past involvement in party activities. That’s all fine and good if we are playing a kids’ game, but we are not! We are voting on the future of our county and I believe it is not a mat-
ter of “your turn or my turn” but a matter of who is the best candidate for the job and who I believe will represent our county’s needs now and in the future. And that candidate is Robert A. Guillozet. Do we want a commissioner who will be representing a party or who will represent the people of their county? Bob is a dedicated and hardworking individual who has worked diligently for more than 30 years as a public servant, not only for county government but also with city and township governments as well. He has a unique perspective on our county’s needs and where we should be going. Bob will go the extra mile and will definitely be a voice for the people and not for a political party! Bob has a strong background in public service and is fiscally conservative and will work diligently with all parties concerned to help our county weather the storm. Anyone that knows Bob knows him as a strong leader with the knowledge and determination to make our county a better place to live and a place we will all be proud to call home. Please join me in supporting Bob Guillozet! Thomas Frantz 15555 Sharp Road
To the editor: Our primary election is fast approaching and we have a choice to make as to who will be one of the Republican candidates for county commissioner. I believe Terry Pellman will make a great commissioner. I have known Terry my entire life. You might say we grew up together and have always been very close friends. Terry was raised near Hardin and liked most of the things young boys liked. He went to school at Hardin-Houston and then to college. He came back to the area, married Sandy, and they raised three children. Terry soon became the welfare (human services) director of Shelby County. During his career in this job, he was in charge of dozens of em-
ployees, was responsible for complying with complex laws which were ever-changing and also spearheaded welfare reform to save taxpayers money. He has always done his very best to use our money wisely. Terry has also served on Sidney City Council and has held the office of vice mayor. Terry knows how to deal with people, handle money wisely, and read and interpret complex laws. On the personal side, Terry has a Chirstian faith and a conscience and sense of values to go with it. He cares about people and knows how to do what is right. I believe he will make a great Shelby County commissioner and urge you to vote for him. Rick Ike 21079 Wise Road Jackson Center
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of drive that I would To the editor: On March 6 I plan on like to see in the commissioners’ office. Bob casting my vote for Shelby County commis- has an uncanny knack sioner for the candidate to be able communicate I believe to be the most with all walks of life qualified and that can- and is able to work well with all those he comes didate is Robert Guilin contact with. lozet. Over the past 30 A lifelong resident of years, Bob has exempliShelby County, Bob unfied himself as a dedicated and proven leader. derstands our community and believes in our His experiences with county’s strong tradithe city, township and tions and values. Bob is county governments a dedicated and qualihave prepared him for the commissioner’s seat. fied leader who is fiscally conservative and Bob has been involved in all facets of manage- is willing to work hard to make our community ment ranging from a place that we all can budgets, planning and be proud to call home, human resources and now and in the future. has always played a Please join me by major part in the leadcasting your vote on ership teams that he has been involved with. March 6 for the most Bob has proven time qualified candidate for given to the details and and time again that he commissioner — Robert the follow up concernA. Guillozet. ing the daily business in is capable of handling Robert E. Leckey the leadership roles the township. Dorsey-Hageman 3985 he has taken on that Bob would be a good Road guardian of the monies and has shown the type that need to be appropriated by the commissioners for the county; he would also be some- To the editor: work well with all types one who would show of people. He is honest, In these turbulent caring and willing to listimes it is important up and do the job to ten to all parties. He bethat we take our civic the best of his abiliduties seriously and ex- lieves in doing things ties. The commitment Bob ercise our right to vote. right and has a sense of fairness about himself has shown to the many With that said, on that is rare these days. March 6 when I go to community organizations has been involved the polls I plan on cast- He has immersed himself into the needs of ing my vote for Robert in the past 37 years is our county and has Guillozet for Shelby an example of his devobeen doing his homeCounty commissioner. tion to the people of Bob’s experiences in life work to prepare himself Shelby County. have prepared him well for this job. You could A vote for Bob would for this undertaking. say that his whole adult be a vote for due diliHis past positions with life has been preparagence, trust and a com- the Sidney Fire Depart- tion for him to become a mitted commissioner. ment, Clinton Township county commissioner. Peg Edwards and with numerous orCome March 6 I will 421 New St. ganizations have given be casting my vote for Robert Guillozet and I him a unique background and a great base hope you will join me by casting your vote for to perform well as a Bob Guillozet as well. county commissioner. Patrick Kinsella Bob is a born commument to take criminals nicator and is able to 624 Chestnut Ave. off the street. Ralph has supported the 4-H and FFA youth in our community for years. That’s why I an voting for Ralph and ask you to BY MAURINE ZIMPFER support him also. As I come into this world, Paul Heins so comes forth all the History of days past. 439 E. Ruth St. As I live, so lives on The images of all former legends. The land, majestic, fertile, waiting. The people, brave, bold, resolute, and then, the conflicts, the devastation, an aftermath until it was time to get of consequences for all generations to come. back into my car with For seventy-two years I have waited and seen groceries! great strides in the exploration of agriculture, Thank God we still engineering, electronics, the medical profession have honest, caring inand outerspace, only a few of our accomplishments. dividuals in this world. The land is majestic, fertile, waiting. Lois de Lorraine The people, brave, bold and resolute. 6134 Gronlund Place Conflicts and devastation still exist. I shall soon leave this land and its consequences for all generations to come. This land of — America 2000. The writer lives at 102 Back 40 Drive, Jackson Center.
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To the editor: It is now the time of year when we again need to make some important decisions on the upcoming primary in March. I am writing in support of Bob Guillozet who will be on the ballot for commissioner of Shelby County. I have worked with Bob for the last six years at Clinton Township where Bob has served as one of the trustees. Bob has done an extraordinary job for the citizens of the townTo the editor: picnic supper there. ship with the service he I read in your paper Later my son-in-law has given. the other day where took our grandkids for a Bob has a very good someone remarked walk through the park, mind for the expenses, about taking a walk on telling us how pretty budget and the day-toa winter’s day through everything was. They day workings of the Tawawa Park and how enjoyed the covered township. I also apprecipretty it was. Well, I’m bridge, too. ate the amount of time not from Sidney but My daughter took a and attention he has from Auglaize County picture of me sitting in and my folks and I my wheelchair among agree that this park is all the lovely foliage. beautiful. I don’t know Oh, yes, one year, how many saw it on your courthouse was that beautiful day back decorated so pretty, like To the editor: on Oct. 10, 2010. It was a picture postcard. Ohio I have known Ralph such a lovely place to be has some beautiful Bauer for most of his on an autumn day. My parks but not like Sidlife. Ralph’s dedication family of my son and ney. to the safety of the citiwife and two children Betty L. Young zens of our community and my daughter and 11171 State Route 65 is unsurpassed. He prohusband and I had a Wapakoneta tects our children. He works hand in hand with our law enforce-
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To the editor: I have known Bob Guillozet for more than 10 years and worked side by side with him on many volunteer committees. He is a dedicated and honest leader who has served Sidney and Shelby County for many years. He listens to what people have to say and makes sound, decisive decisions based on facts. He will do
what is right for the people and will fight for the people as well. If you are looking for a commissioner who listens to the people, then Bob Guillozet is the best candidate for Shelby County commissioner. Please join me in supporting Bob Guillozet as Shelby County commissioner. Don Meyer 216 E. Lyndhurst St.
Grateful for honesty To the editor: I want to express my gratitude to the person who found my remote key in the Walmart parking lot Friday and turned it in to Walmart. I didn’t realize I’d lost it
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Straight-A students honored BY TERRY PELLMAN HOUSTON — The Hardin-Houston School District has decided that students elementary with “straight-A’s” deserved some more recognition. Pupils in grades three through six with perfect marks were introduced at the recent Houston-Fairlawn boy’s basketball game. Thirty-nine kids were brought forward to be introduced and recognized during the break between the junior varsity and varsity contests. It was the first step in what is hoped to be an “academic ongoing booster club” program. Teachers may be designated to coordinate the effort, and perhaps expand it to other grades. Elementary principal Sara Roseberry and Superintendent Larry Claypool wanted to see high-achieving students commended in a more visible fashion. Doing so in front of hundreds of onlookers was a way to both reward the students with all A’s, and inspire others to work harder. In the days following the February 10 event, the principal heard numerous expressions of just that intent from the student body. It
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PUPILS LINE up for Academic Achievement Night. is hoped that the mem- students who maybe are ory of the event will pro- not necessarily known vide a spark of incentive for athletics…. for the elfor other students to ementary and junior take the extra step high who are doing very, needed to be included at very well in their course future recognitions. The studies, but they never administrators decided get any recognition. “ that the third year is Three members of the when grades become Board of Education more recognized as defi- joined Claypool and nite markers of achieve- Roseberry on the court. ment. The honored students Claypool was over- were given certificates to whelmed by the reaction commemorate the event. of the crowd that treated Claypool noted that, the students to a stand- “Those kids were ing ovation. He was very thrilled.” Over 500 fans impressed that the visit- were in attendance. ing fans from Fairlawn Claypool sees recogniso enthusiastically tion of achievement as a joined in with the cheers key element in educafor the Hardin-Houston tion. He adds that Rosestudents. He describes berry will often use the the reaction as deafen- morning announcement ing. “The kids were just time to recognize stugiddy with the thrill of dents from various grade being acknowledged.” levels who are achieving Claypool stated, “We academically or exhibitwant to acknowledge the ing good character.
BROOKE GARIETY (l-r) is shown with mother Connie and Edison athletic director Chip Hare as Connie is recognized at the Feb. 22 women’s basketball game.
Gariety recognized at Edison BY TERRY PELLMAN RUSSIA — Brooke Gariety of Russia had an additional reason to be on the court during the recent Edison Community College women’s basketball game against Owens Community College. Before the start of the Feb. 22 event, Brooke’s mother Connie was recognized for her fight with cancer. Athletic Director Chip Hare explains the college has an annual “Pink Game” to benefit the Shoot for a Cure effort to
promote education, research and awareness of cancer through basketball. Whenever possible, someone who is a part of the women’s athletic program is the center of attention for the evening. The same event benefits the college’s support of the Relay for Life. Proceeds from the evening will also benefit the cancer unit at the Upper Valley Medical Center. With family and friends on hand, Connie was presented with a basketball autographed by the Edison women’s team members. Connie has un-
dergone both chemotherapy and radiation treatment for colon cancer after being diagnosed in March of 2010. She has the highest praise for the doctors, nurses and staff at the cancer unit at the Upper Valley facility. Some of those special individuals were present for the Edison event. Connie states that she was honored for Edison College to select her for recognition. She says of Edison, “They’ve just been amazing.” She holds the school and Chip Hare in very high regard.
Scholarships available RUSSIA — Seniors at Russia High School have the opportunity to apply for several scholarships administered through the Community Foundation of Shelby County, including four that are limited to Russia students. Awards will be presented this spring from the Edward and Merilyn Borchers Family Scholarship Fund, the Doc and Hilda Francis Family Scholarship Fund, the Kyle R. Magoto Fund, and the Clair and Jeanne Naveau Scholarship Fund. The Edward and Merilyn Borchers Family Scholarships are awarded to three graduating seniors. Two of the scholarships are renewable for $1,250 each year for up to three additional years and may go to seniors pursuing a four-year degree. Another $1,250 scholarship is renewable for one additional year and preference is given to a senior pursuing a vocational certificate or two-year degree. Selection is based upon financial need, academic ability, school and community service, and recommendations. The Doc and Hilda Francis Family Scholarship awards two $1,250 scholarships, which are renewable for up to an additional three years. Applicants will be reviewed based upon their financial need, academic achievement, recommendations, and school and community service activities. Stu-
dents pursuing accredited adult education or a two-year or four-year degree are eligible to apply. Students interested in the Kyle R. Magoto Scholarship Fund must have participated in at least five athletic seasons throughout high school. The $500 scholarship is renewable for a second year. Eligible students may be planning a two-year or four-year college education and must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Selection is also based upon financial need, extracurricular school activities, recommendations, and demonstrated church and community service. The Clair and Jeanne Naveau Family scholarship will award a $1,000 scholarship to a senior whose grade point average is 3.0 or higher and who plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university. Selection is based upon academic achievement, financial need, school and community service, and recommendations. Interested students may apply through the Community Foundation’s website at www.commfoun.com. Once at the website, go to the Receive tab and selection Scholarships. A menu features an online application for Russia seniors and graduates which lists these and other available scholarships. The application must be completed by March 22.
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the difference between Catholics and Protestants? Why do Catholics believe in purgatory? How can Mary be sinless if she proclaims, “I rejoice in God my Savior?” Are we saved by faith alone? Are you born again? Wh says a man in Rome can sit on a chair and be infallible? Where do you find “that” in the
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IN HISTORY CROSSWORD TODAY HOROSCOPE Friday, March 2, 2012 Today is Friday, March 2, It behooves you to do everything in the of 2012. There your62nd power day to increase the number of your business the coming are 304 dayscontacts left ininthe year. months. friends you make Today’sTheHighlight in Histhrough your workaday activities are tory: likely to turn out to be of enormous Onto you. March 2, 1962, Wilt help PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — 100 Your Chamberlain scored chart indicates inclination to points for the anPhiladelphia overindulge to your detriment if Warriors in a Go game you’re not careful. aheadagainst and have the fun, New but try York to keep Knicks, moderationan in mind record at all times. NBA that still stands. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Per(Philadelphia won, 169-147.) sonal gains are likely to come about in this fashion. date: Thus, you may a On sporadic In 1793, first moment president to act atthe the exact they ■have in theof next secondSam your ofhit, thebecause Republic Texas, chance could vanish. Houston, was born near LexTAURUS (April 20-May 20) — You ington, catch onVa. to things pretty quickly and, 1836, the the Republic of such, you’ll have ability to em■asIn ploy theformally good ideas of others to your Texas declared its own ends. Use this gift wisely. independence from Mexico. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Watch In because 1861, the state of Texas, ■out, material conditions are likely to fluctuate for you. You can be having seceded from the fortunatewas one minute, but unless you Union, admitted to the immediately take advantage of it, Confederacy. you’ll lose out when things take a turn 1877, Republican ■forInthe worse. CANCER (June — ProRutherford B. 21-July Hayes22) was devided you let negative clared thedon’t winner of thecompan1876 ions convince you otherwise, presidential over something thatelection you’ve longed forDecan mocrat Samuel J. Tilden, be achieved as you envision. Stay positive at all times.Tilden had won even though LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Follow your the popular vote. instincts when events are telling you In trends 1917, Puerto Ricans ■that are running in your favor. were U.S.forcitizenship If yougranted wait too long verifiable inthe tides may shift against asformation, President Woodrow Wilson you beforethe you know it. signed Jones-Shafroth VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Avoid Act. getting involved with friends who only In 1939, Roman Catholic commercial matters on their ■have mind. If you begin to deal with them, Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli you could come out on the short end of (puh-CHEL’-ee) was elected the stick. pope on(Sept. his 23-Oct. 63rd birthday; he LIBRA 23) — If you feel took theofname Pius XII.is supethe luck your companions your own you have an opInto1943, theandWorld War II ■rior portunity to ride their coattails, latch Battle of the Bismarck Sea on with everything you’ve got. began; U.S. SCORPIO (Oct. and 24-Nov.Australian 22) — Whenever someone whose judgment you warplanes were able to inflict trust regarding offers heavy damagesocial on amatters Japanese you advice, don’t be insulted and let it convoy. go in one ear and out the other. You In 1951, the East the ■could benefit greatly from beat it. SAGITTARIUS — West, 111-94,(Nov. in23-Dec. the 21) first Don’t rock the boat Game, in a joint endeavor NBA All-Star which if your counterpart already has the took placewell at Boston Garden. situation under control. Your In 1972, the Unitedinstead States ■input could be disruptive of constructive. the Pioneer 10 launched CAPRICORN 22-Jan. 19) past — Be space probe,(Dec. which flew supportive when your mate is making Jupiter in late 1973, sending a presentation to others. If you disback images andshe scientific agree with any of what or he says, discuss it privately and let your data. make therepresentatives corrections if needed. In 1989, ■spouse AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — You from 12 European Comcould the be fortunate in developments munity nations to ban that require you toagreed subordinate your on behalf others. (chloYou?re allinterests production ofofCFCs smart enough to know that thinking rofluorocarbons) by the end of solely of yourself can produce paltry the 20th century. benefits. In 1992, 2012 actress United Sandy Feature ■COPYRIGHT Syndicate,died Inc. Dennis in Westport,
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Mobilizing a frozen shoulder DEAR DR. most often in DONOHUE: I women between am 58 and have the ages of 40 suffered with a and 60. frozen shoulder Shoulder for the past six trauma, volunmonths. Physitary reduction of cal therapy the movement of made it worse. a painful shoulHome stretching To your der, diabetes, exercises are rheumatoid good helping, but my arthritis and range of motion health heart attacks hasn’t improved Dr. Paul G. are some of the much. The doccircumstances Donohue tor wants to do a that lead to manipulation under frozen shoulder. Many anesthesia. Is this pro- times, it’s something cedure safe? Or is it bet- that happens without ter to let the frozen any preceding condishould take its time? — tion. M.M. The pain and limited ANSWER: Frozen motion of a shoulder shoulder also goes by make it difficult for peothe name adhesive cap- ple to carry out the simsulitis, inflammation of ple chores of daily life. the shoulder capsule. Most make a good reThe capsule is a cover- covery, but that can ing of tough tissue that take one to two years. wraps around the Gentle mobilization shoulder joint. With a and exercise can restore frozen shoulder, the motion to the shoulder. capsule has shrunk and When that happens, a makes shoulder move- more rigorous program ment limited and can begin. painful. You’ve dealt with this This condition occurs problem for a number of
March 2, 1912 Electricians connecting their lines to the water mains were an unusual procedure which attracted considerable attention on West Poplar Street today. The water service to the Farmers’ Grain and Milling Co. had been frozen for several days and all other attempts to get it open without removing the pavement had failed. A connection was made to the fire hydrant at Hickock’s Candy Factory and another to the inner end of the frozen line. In about 30 minutes after the current was turned on, water was running and the job was completed. ——— Arthur Kay left this morning for Los Angeles, CA, where he expects to stay a few months. He will then go on to Seattle and will sail from there in June for Nome, Alaska.
months. Your motion isn’t improving all that much. If your doctor believes that manipulation under anesthesia would hurry things along, I’d go with the idea. It’s a procedure often done for this condition and often done successfully. You’re the one who has to make the final decision. You wouldn’t be making a mistake by undergoing this procedure. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 51, of smaller build, weigh 130 pounds, have a 33inch waist and am premenopausal with regular periods. A vaginal ultrasound found several fibroids that make my uterus the size of a four- to fivemonth pregnancy. My doc said to wait until menopause to see if the fibroids shrink. I have a grade 2 rectocele and cystocele. I am looking for relief from feeling like I am carrying a basketball. Clothes do
not fit well. I feel full after eating only half a meal. I feel that my only alternative is liposuction. Your thoughts are appreciated. — S.B. ANSWER: Liposuction removes only fat under the skin. Your waist size is good. So is your weight. I don’t believe liposuction would help you very much. If fat is the problem, it must be deeper-lying fat, visceral fat, the fat within the abdomen and around abdominal organs, fat not touched by liposuction. I don’t believe your fallen bladder or rectum is part of the problem. Grade 2 is not much of a drop for these organs. My guess is that the fibroids are contributing to the basketball feeling. Fifty-one is the average time for menopause. If it’s possible, I’d go along with your doctor and wait for menopause to set in. It’s not far away. The fibroids should shrink then.
March 2, 1937 Two more earthquake shocks were reported in Sidney and Shelby County this morning, folthe severe lowing tremors of yesterday. This morning’s quakes were reported in Sidney, Jackson Center, Botkins, Anna and Port Jefferson at 4:50 and 4:55 a.m. Both quakes were followed by a rambling sound. At Anna, Botkins and Jackson Center windows were rattled and bricks shaken from chimneys and other damage reported. Anna Fire Chief Cleaves requested all residents of that community to inspect their flues before starting any fires in their homes. ——— Plans were announced today by Clarence Naffziger, director of music in the Sidney schools, for an operetta, “Windmills of Holland,” to be presented by the junior high students. Leading roles in the cast of 75 will be taken by, Lewis Meyers, Charlotte Cook, Mary Catherine Richards, Caryl Whited, William Achbach, Hubert Smith, Arnold Hawvermale, and Jane Masteller.
50 Years March 2, 1962 Two Sidney savings and loan officials have been named to 1962 committees of the United Savings and Loan League; it was announced today at league headquarters in Chicago. ——— PORT JEFFERSON – A famous old landmark of this community — the Port Jefferson flowing well — will be renovated and restored as much as possible according to an announcement made this week. In a joint statement by Raymond Parke, mayor of the village and Arthur Engle, president of the Port Jefferson Community Club, the two groups will participate jointly in the project renovating the flowing well and beautification of the accompanying lot. The village and the community club will each bear half the cost for work on the historical landmark in the village.
25 Years March 2, 1987 The United Auto Workers organization is at it again. The U.A.W. officials announced plans to organize a union at the Honda plants, beginning with Marysville. Hugh Smith of the U.A.W. made the a n n o u n c e m e n t Brochures have been printed and are ready for mailing. ——— Local high school wrestlers fared well at the district meet. Lehman wrestler Brian McLain won the district title and will go to the state tournament. He is in the 98 pound weight class. Sidney High School wrestlers Darren Gates and David Spangler both finished second.
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Father is teaching son in the school of infidelity DEAR ABBY: and thinks it’s I have been marperfectly normal ried 18 years. In for his dad to that time my have female husband has “friends” while been unfaithful we were still livtwice. Last week ing together. I was going I don’t like through his cellwhat my soon-tophone and nobe-ex did to me, Dear ticed from his and I don’t want Abby emails that he my son thinking Abigail had registered on it’s OK to start a dating service Van Buren looking while and was exchanging pho- you’re still married. tos with four women. I My son finds ways to threw him out of the excuse his father’s behavhouse. ior. How can I make him What really upsets me understand that looking is my 17-year-old son for other partners while knew about the affairs you’re married is being
unfaithful? — TEXAS WIFE WHO’S HAD IT DEAR HAD IT: That may not be easy. Your husband, by making your son his co-conspirator (“It’ll just be between us guys”), has made him a member of the “boys club” and cliqued you out. Has your son not seen how painful this has been for you? Your almost ex-husband is a terrible role model. When your son follows in Dad’s footsteps — and there is every reason to believe he will — he will never have a successful marriage of his own.
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend and I have been dating for four years. In the beginning, we’d split our visits between her house and mine because we live 100 miles apart. Two years ago she stopped wanting me to come to her house. She’d say it was dirty or that she didn’t want anyone there. When we plan to have me go there, the day arrives and she says she wants to break up with me because I insist on visiting her. Over the past year and a half, I have been to
her place only three times. She hemmed and hawed but finally allowed it. She claims there’s no reason she’s acting this way, that I’m crazy and people are putting ideas in my head. I tell her it’s her behavior that makes me think she’s hiding something. What should I do? — SUSPICIOUS IN BUFFALO DEAR SUSPICIOUS: Something strange IS going on. A drastic change in someone’s behavior is legitimate cause for concern. Clearly your girlfriend
has a secret. She may be seeing someone or there’s something else she doesn’t want you to see. You are overdue in getting to the bottom of it, so stop allowing her to put you on the defensive, even if it means ending the relationship. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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MASONS NEEDED Must have prior work experience and reliable transportation. We are a drug free workplace. Please apply at: Albert Freytag Inc. 2233 St. Rt. 362 Minster, OH 45865 or Email resume to: kfrancis@albert freytaginc.com
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Miller's Textile Services in Wapakoneta has an immediate opening for a full time tractor trailer driver for 2nd shift. This position requires a daily trip to Defiance and several other locations, Monday thru Friday, delivering and picking up carts. Must have an Ohio class A CDL with excellent driving record with two years minimum driving experience and excellent attendance record. Must be able to push/pull carts to load/unload trailer and lift up to 50 lbs.
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TRUCK DRIVERS needed for home daily local runs at Dancer Logistics Services LLC, 900 Gressel Drive, Delphos, Ohio 45833. Also have Regional & West Coast runs available. Modern Equipment. We welcome Owner Operators to apply. Health, Dental and Vision benefits offered. Qualifications are a good MVR, Class A CDL and two years OTR experience. Call Shawn at (888)465-6001 for details or apply in person 10am thru 3pm.
We offer competitive wages with a benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, etc. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, M/F employer. Qualified candidates should email their resume to vroby@ millerstextile.com or fax to: (419)738-6528
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REMODELED 3 bedroom house with garage, in the country in Ft. Loramie. (419)733-9632 SIDNEY NORTHEND, 276 West Pinehurst. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. No pets. $795 month, deposit. (937)638-2586
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NEEDED! Anna and Botkins homes for qualified buyers! John Barnett, Realtor, (419)738-HOME (4663), Scott Ross Realty.
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1975 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Restored with fuel injection, sun roof, rack and pinion steering, sold new at Piqua Volkswagen, garage kept. (937)295-2899
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2001 ROCKWOOD 5TH WHEEL 25 feet, sleeps 6. 1/2 ton towable, one slide out. Good condition. Asking $5000. (937)658-2434
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CCW CLASS March 24th 8:00am - 4:00pm & March 25th 8:00am-12:00. Piqua Fish & Game $60 parthelynx@aol.com (937)760-4210
TICKETS, Bristol Race, 4 sets. Each set includes 1 Nationwide March 17th, $30. 1 Food City March 18th, $60. (937)492-0804
CASH, top dollar paid for junk cars/trucks, running or non-running. I will pick up. Thanks for calling (937)719-3088 or (937)451-1019
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PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, OHIO IN RE: CHANGE OF NAME OF Shianne Marie Russell TO Shianne Marie Saunders Case No. 2012NCH01 NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE OF NAME Applicant hereby gives notice to all interested persons that the applicant has filed an Application for Change of Name in the Probate Court of Shelby County, Ohio, requesting the change of name of Shianne Marie Russell to Shianne Marie Saunders. The hearing on the application will be held on the 9th day of April, 2012 at 9:30 o’clock AM in the Probate Court of Shelby County, located at 100 E. Court Street, 2nd Floor, Sidney, Ohio. Shianne M. Russell 317 Park St. Sidney, OH 45365 Mar. 2 2263165
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18,450 or $316 mo. 2011 CHEVROLET HHR LT, $ $ dark blue/charcoal cloth, 3,300 miles, CD, keyless, ABS, factory warranty, side air bags, like new .... 16,150 or 277 mo. 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS, $ $ blue/gray cloth, 16,000 miles, CD, keyless, alloy wheels, warranty ............................................... 17,100 or 293 mo. 2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS, $ $ dark blue/gray cloth, 24,800 miles, CD, keyless, factory warranty............................................... 12,550 or 215 mo. 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, $ $ Touring, black/gray cloth, 44,000 miles, V6, keyless, CD, alloy wheels ......................................... 12,650 or 217 mo. 2007 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, $ $ Touring, magnesium/gray cloth, 67,000 miles, stow-n-go, pwr side doors...................................... 11,750 or 201 mo. 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE, $ $ silver/gray cloth, 79,000 miles, V6, CD, keyless, pwr windows & locks, rear seat, stow-n-go ....................... 8,250 or 141 mo. 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD, $ $ graphite/gray cloth, 73,000 miles, tow package, sunroof, CD, keyless, alloy wheels..................... 10,550 or 181 mo. 2005 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED, $ $ magnesium/tan leather, 68,900 miles, chrome wheels, sunroof, heated seats, keyless, CD, warranty.... 11,550 or 198 mo. 2005 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GL, $ $ 4 dr., black/gray cloth, 91,000 miles, 4 cyl., 5 speed, CD, keyless, new tires, alloy wheels .............. 7,450 or 128 mo. white/tan cloth, 5,700 miles, pwr seat, CD, keyless, alloy wheels, spoiler, warranty........................
all payments based on 66 month loan 0 down plus tax and title, with approved credit. • we sell new SCOOTERs, atv’s, utv’s and electric cars!
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1999 JEEP Wrangler Sport. 4.06, 6 cyl., tilt, automatic, AC. Good shape! 151,000 miles. $7950. (937)489-3426
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AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD puppies, 8 weeks old. Tails docked, vet checked, shots. Blue Merles, Red Merles and Tris. (937)726-6289 or (937)693-1515
WANTED TO buy Pride Electric Lift chair, Call between 5-7pm, (937)497-7326
2 BEDROOM 1 BATH FROM $500 TO $490
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GAME SYSTEMS, PS1 & PS2, 31 games, 2 guitar heros, 4 controllers, 4 memory cards, all in good condition, asking $250 for e v e r y t h i n g , (937)492-5486 after 5pm
BUYING ESTATES, Will buy contents of estates PLUS, do all cleanup, (937)638-2658 ask for Kevin
2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH FROM $565 TO $550
1 BEDROOM duplex upstairs. 415.5 S. Miami, Sidney. $350. Appliances. Water paid. No pets. (937)726-5460
FREE HAULING! Refrigerators, freezers, batteries, washers, dryers, tanning beds, water heater, metal/ steel. JunkBGone. (937)538-6202
LET OUR EXPERIENCED SERVICE DEPARTMENT SERVICE YOUR VEHICLE. WE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS FROM OIL CHANGES TO A COMPLETE OVERHAUL AND ANYTHING IN BETWEEN
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS SHELBY COUNTY, OHIO NO. 12CV000033 JUDGE: JAMES STEVENSON LEGAL NOTICE IN SUIT FOR FORECLOSURE OF MORTGAGE CitiMortgage, Inc., Plaintiff vs. Eddie L. Teague, et al., Defendant Preferred Mortgage Company, Inc., whose last known address is Address Unknown, and the unknown successors, assigns and surviving entities of Preferred Mortgage Company, Inc., all of whose residences are unknown and cannot by reasonable diligence be ascertained, will take notice that on the 6th day of February, 2012, CitiMortgage, Inc. filed its Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Shelby County, Ohio in Case No. 12CV000033, on the docket of the Court, and the object and demand for relief of which pleading is to foreclose the lien of plaintiff's mortgage recorded upon the following described real estate to wit: Property Address: 331 North Walnut Avenue, Sidney, OH 45365 and being more particularly described in plaintiff's mortgage recorded in Mortgage Book 1401, page 137, of this County Recorder's Office. The above named defendant is required to answer within twenty-eight (28) days after last publication, which shall be published once a week for three consecutive weeks, or they might be denied a hearing in this case. LERNER, SAMPSON & ROTHFUSS Attorneys for Plaintiff P.O. Box 5480 Cincinnati, OH 45201-5480 (513) 241-3100 attyemail@lsrlaw.com Mar. 2, 9, 16 2263738
WANTED: Large home with large yard for rent to own/ rent starting May 1. Botkins/ Sidney area. amomteamer@ h o t m a i l . c o m . (330)748-5987.
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BOAT, Alumacraft, 15 HP Evinrude motor, Gator trailer. Includes: Anchormate, Shakespeare trolling motor, Eagle II depthfinder, oars and anchors. $950 OBO, (937)492-4904
2002 FORD Ranger, Automatic, air conditioning, 4 new tires, runs great, (937)498-9770
KITCHEN CABINETS, 16 Sections, Honey Oak, available middle to late March, Botkins, (937)693-3771
ALPACAS, 2 $100 (937)492-0939
Females each,
LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC MEETING Notice is hereby given of the 2012 meeting schedule for the Miami Valley Risk Management Association. Members of the Association include the cities of Beavercreek, Bellbrook, Blue Ash, Centerville, Englewood, Indian Hill, Kettering, Madeira, Mason, Miamisburg, Montgomery, Piqua, Sidney, Springdale, Tipp City, Troy, Vandalia, West Carrollton, Wilmington and Wyoming. Quarterly Board Meetings will be conducted at the Miami Valley Risk Management Association offices located at 4625 Presidential Way, Kettering, Ohio 45429 beginning at 9:30 am on the following dates: Monday, March 19 Monday, June 18 Monday, September 24 Monday, December 17 Mar. 2 2263744
2007 FORD F-150 4x4 dark green with grey interior, 30,000 miles. 4x4, 5.4 TRITON, gas, automatic, loaded inside and out. Chrome running boards, bedliner, chrome wheels, trailer hitch, power windows and seats, nice stereo, bench seat second row. Remote keyless entry plus touchpad, cruise, much more. $22,500. (937)394-2999 marigney@yahoo.com.
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LEGAL NOTICE OF FILING OF GENERAL PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF ANNA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTGRICT Notice is hereby given that Anna Local Schools has filed General Purpose Financial Statements using generally acceptable accounting principles for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. The report is available for viewing at the office of the Treasurer of Anna Local Schools. Dennis Raberding Anna Local Schools Shelby County Anna, Ohio Mar. 2 2263324
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ELECTION County to decide on that type of commitment. With that said, I do not see this as a possibility in the very near future. We have many items that are going to require much attention in the near future. There are many of the currently owned county buildings that have maintenance issues that have been neglected due to the lack of funds and funding is just not available right now. Just as with your own homes and properties if you do not maintain them as you go along it will end up costing you more in the future. Unfortunately we will need to focus more on some of these issues in the future then on moving the fairgrounds primarily due to our lack of funding.. At this time it is just too costly and not a high priority. Pellman — No. The idea had promise, especially when considering that other events could be held there to bring in some revenue. However, the economy is in such a state that I can no longer favor this move. The fairground is in full use just one week per year, and we will have to go on with what we have. The Pork Producers new building is a positive step, and other improvements can make the grounds a more attractive venue. I would now prefer to see the other land made available for private development that could create jobs. What would you do as commissioner to attract industry and business to Shelby County? Pellman — While this first point is a matter of state legislation, I will support efforts to make Ohio a “Right to Work” state, making Ohio more attractive to businesses. I will also support the efforts of the City of Sidney to bring a new water source on board. This can bring jobs as we compete with other parts of the nation lacking such a valuable water resource. In addition, I will support the efforts of the West Ohio Development Council to market Shelby County and this area. We have a great work force with a good work ethic, along with the Interstate system, railroads, trucking and warehousing. Guillozet — I will work with the West Ohio Development Council and the Sidney/Shelby County Chamber of Commerce to continue to promote the great things here in Shelby County. I am interested in a Live, Work, and Buy Shelby County Campaign that would work to promote many of the positive things about Shelby County. Great Schools, A Great Work Force, Great Communities, and Great People make Shelby County the wonderful place it is to start a business, raise a family and enjoy life. Does the idea of bringing a college campus to the county have merit? If so what would you do to facilitate this initiative? Guillozet — I believe that this has some merit; however, I also realize that we have several campuses all around us and the practicality of it at this time is somewhat low. When financial times improve and if a population base would show a need for this, then it may become more practical. Pellman — I would not support the use of public funds to construct a campus. Edison is very close, and colleges are offering classes off-campus. There is also a growth in on-line education. I do not see a local campus as feasible. What can commissioners do to foster job
growth within the county? Pellman — We have to study local regulations and agency procedures effecting business to become business-friendly to the extent possible. If we find local regulations or practices that are disadvantageous, we must vigorously and publicly challenge and change them. Guillozet — As a commissioner I will continue working with and partnering with the West Ohio Development Council and the Sidney/Shelby County Chamber of Commerce on securing job growth opportunities for our area. I also would like to see a Live, Work, and Buy Shelby County Program that would help not only various businesses but all residents to understand how we can help ourselves by utilizing all that Shelby County has to offer. How would you work with state legislators and the governor to ensure Shelby County receives its fair share of funding and services. Guillozet — We need to maintain a clear and precise line of communications with our state officials. We need to let them know that business as usual, as it has been in the past, is not working very well. While I appreciate the governors’ stance on balancing the budgets, we need to start trimming at the top as well as the smaller forms of government. Townships, Villages, Small Cities, and Counties have seen drastic reductions, many as high as 62 percent in the Local Government Funds that come back to them. We need these types of reductions in State and Federal budgets as well and we need them to know that we are watching and depending on them to get this done. Beginning in 2013 we will have two state representatives for Shelby County which hopefully will give us a stronger voice. Pellman — I will be very active in the County Commissioners Association (CCAO), with whom I worked in the past on the Ohio welfare reform ef-
fort. CCAO and individual county officials must not let up the pressure on the General Assembly and the Governor to more equally share in the burden of revenue losses. The General Assembly and members of the state cabinet issue regulations and duties that counties must implement, often without funding to do so. A high priority will be to identify and bring to light these unfunded mandates. Next, we must support those state office holders who take our concerns seriously. What would you do about the Old Children’s Home which is badly in need of repair? Pellman — I would put no more money into the building, unless with minimal cost it could be kept safe for cold, static storage. If it is no longer feasible for storage, it should come down. Guillozet — It has been about seven years since I was last inside that building; however it was deteriorating badly at that time. I can only imagine that it has gotten much worse since that time. The chances of county tax monies being used to repair this structure in my opinion is very slim at this time. I would need to get back inside and see what has gone on in there as far as the structure itself goes before making any definite decision on this. It would most likely boil down to a cost — benefit decision that I would need to study more. If the building is usable and cost effective we may be able to work with it. If it is passed the usable stage then having the building demolished will have to be considered. Should the Sheriff’s Office continue to operate the animal shelter or should it have its own staff? Guillozet — The Sheriff Department seems to be doing a really good job with the shelter and if after consulting with our sheriff he feels we can continue this arrangement I would be in favor of that. Pellman — Considering that a portion of the
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operation does include matters of law enforcement and public safety, and taking into account the shelter’s proximity to the sheriff’s office, I see this as a very acceptable arrangement. Specifically, what three goals would you most hope to accomplish as a commissioner? Pellman — First, I want to examine ways in which local government can be streamlined to address duplication of services among county agencies and local government in general. I have experience in reforming government programs and consolidating operations while previously serving in county government. Second, I want to boost economic development and bring jobs to the county, as referenced in a previous answer. Third, I want to increase public awareness of county government operations and enhance the voters’ knowledge of how decisions are reached that affect the spending of their tax dollars. Some financial matters are discretionary on the part of the Commissioners, while others are mandated by state rules or orders by judges. Guillozet — 1. Job growth in Shelby County. This can and will translate into many good things for our county. With increased jobs, the business climate can and will grow keeping us a productive, proactive community. Good jobs, great schools, and a sound infrastructure, will keep us moving forward. 2. Budget stability. We need to be proactive in the sales of goods and services in Shelby County. This will increase revenues from sales tax and provide stability for us to continue county services and help promote commercial and retail development. 3. Review of Shelby County government from top to the bottom to eliminate duplicate services and programs. This will make us more efficient with our tax dollars to provide services and mandated expenditures.
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budget reductions can be to any size organization. I also realize the need for fiscal responsibility in all of our County’s dealings and that we owe it to all of our constituents to be fiscally responsible. We cannot just spend, spend, spend. We need to budget for our County’s needs and we should not continue to budget money that we do not have. If the financial woes continue to plague the county, what areas would you cut to balance the budget? Guillozet — This is a tough question as there are portions of the county’s budget that we do not have discretionary spending on, that is there are state mandates that we must abide by. I would work to make cuts as balanced as possible between departments and strive to maintain a team work approach to solving these problems with all the other elected officials and department heads. Pellman — Further spending reductions will have to come primarily from innovation. The county departments have already undergone pay cuts, staff reductions, cuts in hours and pay freezes. I know that some cross training between departments is being accomplished. In addition, the county has been creative in making changes in such things as combining custodial and fairground duties. In particular, the Sheriff’s office has recently accomplished much in terms of cost-cutting. I want to further explore cross training and savings methods such as purchasing combined among county agencies. If possible, I would like to include other local governments. All the while, we must look to the future and consider what advanced technology can do to reduce the need for staff. As time goes by, our residents will be more universally comfortable with technology, making it more feasible to implement digital methods for accessing county government services. Should the county urge replacement of retired OSU Extension Agents Roger Bender and Pam Leong? Pellman -— The OSU Extension is important to the agricultural heritage of Shelby County. There are almost 1,000 4-H members in the county, and those programs foster positive values, ethics and education that can be obtained nowhere else. Keeping that legacy alive would be a funding priority to me as a County Commissioner. Guillozet — I believe that the services that these two individuals have offered the county in the past are very much needed. Obviously, we have experienced very tight financial times recently and we must look at all possibilities of serving our constituents however as soon as things start to improve we need to get these positions filled. It is also my understanding that this process is being delt with at this time and that interviews for the positions are being conducted. Are you in favor of relocating the fairgrounds to a Vandemark Road site as previously proposed? Guillozet — I believe that the last numbers that I have seen on a cost for this project was in the $810 million range. I believe that before a project of this magnitude should begin that it should have to be approved by the voters of Shelby County. I would want the voters of Shelby
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sake of brevity. Why are you seeking the nomination for County Commissioner? Guillozet — In early November I received calls from numerous friends and Shelby County constituents urging me to seek the office of County Commissioner. This is a position I had been considering for several years. Due to the fact that two incumbent commissioners had announced they would not be seeking reelection, I felt that this was the right time. I am now into my second term as Clinton Township Trustee and I feel that I now have a broad base of understanding how all forms of local governments work and what their needs are. I have now been involved with local village government, township government, City of Sidney government and county government. I believe that this gives me a greater appreciation and wider knowledge base to be able to deal with daily issues of the county. Pellman — While serving under the Shelby County Commissioners for 27 years as a department head, I gained a deep interest in the duties and responsibilities of that position. I would like to continue the good work of our Commissioners, and seek ways to further improve county government. I plan to find ways to increase efficiency in working with other local units of government. As Job and Family Services Director, I met with the county commissioners and their staff on a constant basis. In that role, I had to develop a thorough knowledge of their role in county government, and I believe I would find that rewarding. Further, I enjoy working with the public at such a personal level. Local government service requires you to be directly answerable to those with whom you attend church and encounter at the hardware store. The same was true of my service on Sidney City Council. What can you offer as a county commissioner that you opponent cannot? Pellman — My experience is more directly relevant to the position of County Commissioner. As noted previously, I worked with the Shelby County Commissioners for 27 years. As a county official, I learned the roles of other department, such as the Auditor, Treasurer, Prosecutor and the courts. My duties during that time also made me familiar with some of the more complex public agencies such as the Auditor, Fair Haven Shelby County Home, the Health Department and, of course, Job and Family Services. In my county duties, I became knowledgeable in the personnel processes of county government and assisted other departments with personnel matters. I had to become familiar with the processes of being audited by state agencies, and during my tenure, my agency underwent approximately 40 routine audits. Guillozet — I have a wide base of knowledge of all the local forms of government I also believe I have a better understanding of how these can affect our citizens. My commitment and involvement with many community organizations and working relationships with them has given me a better insight to how many of them function. I have also dealt with various sizes and types of budgets and realize how painful
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Three get top district Dusty sets pitching plans awards
Way ahead of last year
The Associated Press announced its All-Southwest District boys and girls basketball teams for 2012, and Jackson Center head boys coach Scott Elchert took the Division IV Coach of the Year honor. Elchert Elchert led the Tigers to a perfect 20-0 regular season and a No. 2 ranking in the final state poll. In addition, County both Players of the Year took the Billing same honors on the all-district team. Jackson Center’s Andy Hoying was the D-IV Player of the Year, and junior Natalie Billing of Anna was the D-III Player of Hoying the year for the girls after leading Anna to a 20-0 regular season and a No. 1 ranking in the state. In D-III boys, Anna’s Jay Meyer was third team, and in D-IV, Hoying was first team along with Lehman’s Alex Baker, and Jackson Center’s Alex Meyer was second team. In D-III girls, Billing was first team and teammate Ashley Frohne was third team. And in D-IV girls, Jackson Center’s Brooke Richard was second team and Fort Loramie’s Darian Rose third team. A host of others were named to the Special Mention list. The All-SW District team can be found on page 17.
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Bronson Arroyo can run without having to bend over and cough. Johnny Cueto and Homer Bailey are throwing with pain-free shoulders. The Cincinnati Reds’ rotation is far ahead of last spring heading into the start of exhibition games. Manager Dusty Baker set his spring training pitching plans on Thursday without having to worry about some exotic ailment or shoulder stiffness forcing him to look at other options. “There are a lot of games to play before we have to decide,” Baker said. “I have a plan, but you have to have a plan B. You just hope you don’t have to go to plan F.” Baker had to do that last spring, and it didn’t work very well. Arroyo was the team’s most accomplished starter coming off its NL Central championship season in 2010. He got sick during spring training and lost a lot of weight. Doctors initially tested him for valley fever, a fungal infection found in desert regions of the Southwest. He was eventually diagnosed with mononucleosis
that bothered him well into one of his worst seasons. He went 9-12 with a 5.07 ERA in 32 starts and gave up a clubrecord 46 homers. The illness and weight loss took a toll on his fastball, which doesn’t have any miles per hour to lose. Arroyo has fully recovered from the ailment heading into the exhibition season. “I’m going to pitch no matter what, but I definitely feel stronger than I did last year at this time,” Arroyo said on Thursday. “The ball is coming out of my hand a lot better than it has the last two years. I will have five innings in by March 12. That will be a good little sample to see where my velocity is.” Cueto and Bailey developed shoulder problems last spring that landed them on the disabled list before opening day. Both are healthy this year, with Cueto already picked to be the opening day starter. The rotation appears to be lined up with Cueto, newcomer Mat Latos and Arroyo followed by Bailey or Mike Leake. Baker said on Thursday that Leake will start the exhibition opener Saturday
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CINCINNATI REDS starting pitchers Johnny Cueto, right, and Bronson Arroyo look on during a spring training baseball workout Tuesday in Goodyear, Ariz. against Cleveland, with Bailey starting the following day. Bailey had a career-high nine wins and 22 starts last season, when he went 9-7 with a 4.43 ERA around a pair of stints on the disabled list. He worked with a nutritionist and added 20 pounds in the offseason, hoping to build strength to help him get through the rigors of a long season. “I would just eat, eat, eat,”
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SW District honors Kramer The Southwest District Athletic Board announced recently that Scoresbroadcast.com's Jack Kramer has been selected to receive an Ohio High School Athletic Association Media Award. Kramer This award was initiated by the state office a number of years ago to honor distinguished members of the media. Each athletic district (six in the state) is asked to honor two individuals on an annual basis. Honorees are to have given many years of service in covering high school athletics. Kramer will be a guest at a reception held for them on March 10 at the University of Dayton Arena. He will be accompanied by his family, friends, and special guests. Following the reception, he will be recognized at the halftime of the 7 p.m. Division I District Championship game. Kramer is a Middletown High School graduate, who went on to Indiana University and later earned his masters degree from Miami University. From 1980-92 he worked alongside Hall of Famer Paul Warfield broadcasting Ohio State football games. In recent years he has covered all of the high schools in Shelby County on Scoresbroadcast.com. Kramer recently did the play-by-play on his 2,500th athletic event, when he did the Anna-Russia boys basketball game at Anna.
said Bailey, who increased his weight from 207 to 227. “I ate a lot of fruit, got the biggest steak I could find and a lot of vegetables.” The Reds hope the added bulk helps him stay healthy. “We’re in a better position than we’ve ever been in with Homer Bailey because he’s obviously had trials and tribulations as far as health,” Arroyo said. “Hopefully we can keep him healthy for an entire season.”
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The show before the show The 25th annual North American Trap Collectors Association Swap Meet and Auction takes place today and Saturday at the Shelby County Fairgrounds, and some of the venders got a bit of a head start when they set up their items and traded amongst themselves in the parking lot of the Comfort Inn in Sidney on Thursday afternoon. The show will bring trap collectors in from all over the country and from several foreign countries. In the photo on the right, Fred Precht of Tower, Minn. talks about the history behind his traps.
Troy’s Dielman announces retirement SAN DIEGO (AP) — As tough and nasty as any player in the NFL, whether it was putting Albert Haynesworth on his back or getting in the last shot in a tangle of large bodies, Troy High School graduate Dielman Kris Dielman found it hard to end his NFL career.
With one of his young sons babbling in the background, the four-time Pro Bowl left guard for the San Diego Chargers choked up as he announced Thursday that he was retiring due to a scary concussion that led to changes by the NFL. “I had nine great years,” said Dielman, who recalled that no one thought he’d make it past his first training camp after signing as an undrafted rookie in 2003. “It just sucks
that it has to end this way, but it is.” Dielman said it was his decision to retire 4½ months after sustaining a concussion in a helmet-to-helmet collision with a New York Jets defender. “I’ve got to get out when the getting out’s good still,” he said. “It wasn’t worth what would happen if I would have kept on playing. I’ve got a beautiful family I want to be around.”
CLEVELAND (AP) — Grady Sizemore will start the season in a familiar spot — on the disabled list. The oft-injured Cleveland Indians outfielder is expected to miss eight to 12 weeks with a back injury, the latest medical setback for a three-time All-Star who once appeared to have a sensational career ahead of him. The team said Sizemore underwent a “minimally invasive” lower back procedure Thursday in Miami. He required a micro discectomy that was performed by Dr. Barth Green of the University of Miami School of Medicine. Sizemore, who re-signed with the Indians in the offseason, will return to spring training in Arizona “in the coming days” to further his rehabilitation, the club said. Sizemore was limited to 71 games last year, hitting .224 with 10 home runs, 32 RBIs and 34 runs scored. Hoping to bounce back with a healthy season, he was injured while fielding ground balls early in spring training. Before that, Indians trainer Lonnie Soloff said Sizemore had been doing well in his rehab from knee surgery and appeared on track to possibly begin the season on time. Cleveland re-signed Sizemore as a free agent in November after choosing not to exercise a $9 million option on him. But the Indians, perhaps out of some loyalty to Sizemore, decided to bring him back with a one-year, $5 million contract loaded with incentives that could have earned him an additional $4 million. Sizemore has undergone five operations the past two years and played in only 210 games the last three seasons because of injuries. His fullspeed-ahead style may have caught up with the 29-yearold, who once played in 382 consecutive games and endeared himself to Cleveland fans with hustle that could turn a double into a triple or save an extra-base hit with a crash into the outfield wall to make a catch. Sizemore also started last season on the disabled list.
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Calvert, Spangler both bounce back with wins COLUMBUS — It didn’t start out well for Sidney High School’s two qualifiers at the State Wrestling Meet, but it ended well in action Thursday. Both Mason Calvert at 138 and Derek Spangler at 152 lost their first matches, Calvert on a tech fall and Spangler on a quick pin by the defending state champion. But both Jacket wrestlers came back to
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win their second matches and come within one win of earning a place in the meet. Calvert won over McDonald of Gahanna Lin-
coln 14-5 in his second match, and Spangler posted a big win, beating Iverson of Madison 15-7. He lost to Iverson twice earlier this season in the Top Gun Tournament in Alliance, one in overtime and the other by a point. Coach Jim McCracken wasn’t sure who the next opponents would be for his wrestlers, but all they need is just the one win to place.
No deadline for deal on MLB playoffs NEW KNOXVILLE’S Haley Dillon shoots a pass under the arm of an Ada player in Division IV District semifinal action at St. Marys Thursday night.
Knoxville to play for title ST. MARYS — New Knoxville advanced to the championship game of the Division IV girls District Basketball Tournament with a 52-43 win over Ada here Thursday night in the semifinals. The Lady Rangers,
winners of eight in a row, are 20-3 and will play Upper Scioto Valley Saturday at 7 p.m. for the district title. Ada pulled within 3330 with 6:35 left in the final period but the Lady Rangers held them off
and put it away at the free throw line down the stretch. Paige Lehman led New Knoxville with 19 points, and Tiana Heidt and Haley Horstman added nine points apiece.
AP ALL-SOUTHWEST DISTRICT 2012 AP Southwest All-District basketball teams COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The 2011-12 Associated Press Southwest All-District boys and girls high school basketball teams, as selected by a media panel from the district: BOYS DIVISION I FIRST TEAM: Josh Lemons, Cin. La Salle, 5-11, sr., 18.0; Geovonie McKnight, Middletown, 6-3, sr., 19.5; Maverick Morgan, Springboro, 6-10, jr., 20.9; Josh Davenport, Cin. Moeller, 6-4, jr., 14.7; Max Mischkulnig, Hamilton Ross, 6-8, sr., 16.0. Player of the year: Josh Lemons, Cin. La Salle. Coach of the year: Dan Fleming, Cin. LaSalle. SECOND TEAM: Vincent Edwards, Middletown, 6-6, so., 15.4; Isaiah Johnson, Cin. Walnut Hills, 6-9, jr., 17.1; Monty Boykins, West Chester Township Lakota West, 6-4, jr., 16.6; Ben Esposito, Lebanon, 6-2, jr., 19.1; Jalen Camper, Beavercreek, 6-3, jr., 15.3. THIRD TEAM: Devon Carter, Clayton Northmont, 59, sr., 15.6; Devin Williams, Cin. Withrow, 6-9, jr., 15.7; Deion Isham, Cin. Princeton, 511, sr., 13.9; Darin Harris, Mason, 6-5, sr., 16.0; Zach McCormick, Cin. Turpin, 6-2, so., 18.7. Area Special Mention Jackson Replogle, Centerville; Ryan Sedlar, Beavercreek; Kendrick Williams, Fairborn; Patwaun Hudson, Sidney; John Giles, Miamisburg; Jamal Trammell, Clayton Northmont; Khaleal McCormick, Day. Stebbins; Cody May, Troy; Drew Layton, West Carrollton; Marques Greene, Xenia; Sam Hershberger, Vandalia; Kyle Rader, Beavercreek; Ryan Murray, Springboro; Chase Culbertson, Tecumseh; Jake Greer, Vandalia. DIVISION II FIRST TEAM: Adolphus Washington, Cin. Taft, 6-5, sr., 23.1; Gary Akbar, Day. Dunbar, 6-5, sr., 17.4; Luke Kennard, Franklin, 6-4, fr., 16.1; Zack Denny, Germantown Valley View, 6-0, jr., 28.8; John Staley, Day. Chaminade-Julienne, 6-5, sr., 18.2. Player of the year: Adolphus Washington, Cin. Taft. Coach of the year: Brian Bales, Franklin. SECOND TEAM: Zach Stillings, Urbana, 6-6, sr., 20.2; Orlando Berry, Cin. Taft, sr., 15.2; Travis Lakins, Franklin, 6-0, jr., 15.0; Drew Hall, Cin. McNicholas, 6-4, sr., 19.4; Andre Yates, Day. Dunbar, 6-1, sr., 14.2. THIRD TEAM: Jaaron Simmons, Kettering Alter, 6-1, jr., 19.9; Joe Thomasson, Day. Thurgood Marshall, 6-4, sr., 16.6; Jalean Lowe, Cin. Taft, 64, sr., 16.1; Deontae Hawkins, Day. Dunbar, 6-8, sr., 17.3; Austin Trout, Cin. Indian Hill, 6-1, sr., 16.4. Area Special Mention Justin Bibbs, Day. Chaminade Julienne; Amos "AJ" Harris, Day. Dunbar; Odis Shine, Day. Meadowdale; Josh Wheeler, West Milton; Jaelin Williams, Springfield
Shawnee; Brandon Ervin, Tipp City; Jamar Hammonds, Trotwood; Karl Singer, Urbana; Anthony Colletti, Springfield Greenon; Mark Alstork, Day. Thurgood Marshall; Caleb Poland, West Milton; Trent Jervis, Oakwood; Derek Tincher, Springfield Shawnee; Josh Pilcher, Springfield Greenon; Jake Laravie, Kettering Alter; D.J. McCommons, Day. Carroll; Doug Rasch, Bellbrook. DIVISION III FIRST TEAM: Evan Bradds, Jamestown Greeneview, 6-7, jr., 18.8; Andrew Benintendi, Cin. Madeira, 5-10, jr., 24.2; Gunner Shirk, Miami East, 5-11, sr., 14.1; Luke Creditt, Waynesville, 6-2, sr., 17.5; Max Hassel, Cin. Clark Montessori, 5-11, sr., 17.8. Player of the year: Andrew Benintendi, Cin. Madeira. Coach of the year: Michael Bradley, Cin. Summit Country Day. SECOND TEAM: Joey Adleta, Middletown Madison, 6-3, sr., 18.0; Mitchell Campbell, Versailles, 6-4, sr., 15.6; Erik Edwards, Cin. Roger Bacon, 6-4, jr., 10.8; Kevin Johnson, Cin. Summit County Day, 6-2, jr., 14.2; Jake Adams, Camden Preble Shawnee, 6-1, sr., 18.8. THIRD TEAM: Jamel Ivery, Cin. North College Hill, 6-0, sr., 20.9; Johnny Myers, TV South, 6-4, sr., 20.6; Morgan Reynolds, Hamilton Badin, 6-4, sr., 11.7; Jay Meyer, Anna, 63, sr., 16.0; Travis Jackson, Blanchester, 6-3, sr., 15.0. Area Special Mention Bradley Coomes, Miami East; Chad Winner, Versailles; Patrick Bain, Bethel; Nick Reier, Anna; Josh Snyder, Miami East; Landon Hormann, West Liberty-Salem. DIVISION IV FIRST TEAM: Ryan Arington, Cin. Christian, 6-6, jr., 19.1; Brian Kelly, Springfield Cath. Central, 6-2, sr., 18.9; D.J. Wingfield, Cin. Lockland, 6-6, jr., 19.0; Devon Foster, Day. Jefferson, 6-2, sr., 15.1; Andy Hoying, Jackson Center, 65, sr., 17.1; Alex Baker, Sidney Lehman Cath., 6-3, sr., 21.0. Player of the year: Andy Hoying, Jackson Center. Coach of the year: Scott Elchert, Jackson Center. SECOND TEAM: Mark Lieberman, Day. Christian, 511, sr., 15.9; Lucas Holden, Cin. St. Bernard, 5-10, sr., 13.0; Alex Meyer, Jackson Center, 6-0, sr., 14.1; Roland Newsome, Yellow Springs, 6-3, jr., 17.6; Wes Mink, Cin. Country Day, 6-4, so., 12.4. THIRD TEAM: Kyle Pipenger, Tri-Village, 6-2, jr., 21.0; Cody Callicoat, Mechanicsburg, 6-3, sr., 14.4; Grant Zawadzki, Troy Christian, 5-11, fr., 14.3; Zach Wise, Middletown Christian, 5-11, sr., 17.3; Trevor Clark, FayettevillePerry, 6-0, sr., 13.0. Area Special Mention Trey Everett, Sidney Fairlawn; Trey Elchert, Jackson Center; Ethan Zimpfer, Botkins; Tyler Egbert, Botkins; Bryce Ritten-
house, Russia; Seth Guillozet, Fort Loramie; Jake Cordonnier, Fort Loramie; Jacob Grant, Troy Christian; Christian Salazar, Troy Christian; Calum Latham, Springfield Cath. Central; Greg Felder, Yellow Springs; Duncan Mercer, Southeastern; Solomon King-White, Sidney Lehman Cath.; Cole Owens, Covington; Jay Zollars, Day. Christian; Brandon Wilson, Russia; Treg Francis, Russia; Jesse Phlipot, Houston; Anthony Gillem, Sidney Fairlawn; Terry Blythe, Day. Jefferson. —— GIRLS DIVISION I FIRST TEAM: Kelsey Mitchell, Cin. Princeton, 5-10, soph., 21.0; Chloe Pavlech, Cin. Sycamore, 5-9, sr., 12.8; Jenny DeGraaf, Springboro, 6-1, jr., 15.0; Kathryn Westbeld, Kettering Fairmont, 6-1, so., 15.3; Bianca Quisenberry, New Carlisle Tecumseh, 5-8, jr., 22.9. Player of the year: Kelsey Mitchell, Cin. Princeton. Coach of the year: Paula Hayden, Cin. Sycamore. SECOND TEAM: Jillian Spurlock, Hamilton, 5-10, jr., 16.9; Raeshaun Gaffney, Fairfield, 5-9, sr., 26.7; Alexis Gassion, Fairborn, 5-11, sr., 17.8; Bri Glover, Mason, sr., 13.2; Alex Henning, Centerville, 510, jr., 16.4. THIRD TEAM: Sheaira Jones, Cin. Colerain, 5-1, sr., 15.0; Chelsea Welch, Kettering Fairmont, 5-10, jr., 15.5; Jordan Trimarco, Springboro, 5-10, sr., 13.0; Imani Partlow, Cin. Winton Woods, so., 15.4; Kelley Wiegman, Cin. Mother of Mercy, jr., 17.3. Area Special Mention Jaycey Hardenstein, Beavercreek; Brooklyn Pumroy, Fairborn; Gracen Howard, Lebanon; Gracen Howard, Lebanon; Krista Knapke, Clayton Northmont; Konner Harris, Sidney; Chelsey Davis, Tecumseh; Kristen Wood, Troy; Emily Mowbray, Vandalia; Danie Shafer, Wayne; Chelsey Davis, Tecumseh; Ashley Tunstall, Springfield; Gina Warmouth, Vandalia; Faith Miller, Wayne; Sharae Grandberry, Day. Meadowdale. DIVISION II FIRST TEAM: Kelley Austria, Day. Carroll, 6-0, sr., 16.6; Mariah Harris, Springfield Kenton Ridge, 6-0, sr., 20.5; Ana Richter, Oxford Talawanda, 6-0, so., 13.1; Nicole Bell, Cin. Indian Hill, 5-5, sr., 22.0; Trischa Lacy, Urbana, 59, jr., 24.7. Player of the year: Kelley Austria, Day. Carroll. Coach of the year: Mandy Myers, Day. Chaminade Julienne. SECOND TEAM: Elizabeth Haley, Oakwood, 6-1, jr., 19.0; Raytea Long, Day. Chaminade Julienne, 6-1, sr., 14.1; 8; Sydney Brackemyre, Clarksville Clinton-Massie, 60, so. 22.0; Kylie Garrett, Cin. Western Brown, 5-8, jr., 17.6; Sarah Arington, Cin. Indian Hill, 5-11, sr., 12.4. THIRD TEAM: Kaitlyn Pennekamp, Hamilton Ross, 59, sr., 10.0; Leisha Crawford,
of adding a second wildcard team in each league. The sides spoke on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because the talks have not been public. If there had been additional wild-card teams last season, the Braves would have made the playoffs in the NL, while the Boston Red Sox would have qualified in the AL. The sides have said for weeks a deal is likely. When players and
owners signed their agreement for a new labor contract in November, the section covering the postseason established a March 1 goal for deciding whether the playoffs would increase by two teams for 2012 or 2013. The deal would establish a new one-game, wild-card round in each league between the teams with the best records who are not division winners, meaning a third-place team could win the World Series.
BASKETBALL TEAMS
Bellbrook, 5-8, sr., 11.0; Lindsey Fenwick, Springfield Kenton Ridge, 5-10, sr., 15.1; Allison Bockrath, Kettering Alter, 5-11, sr., 16.8; Josie Buckingham, New Richmond, 6-5, so., 15.7. Area Special Mention Susan Wollenhaupt, Day. Carroll; Erin Dorn, Bellbrook; Hannah Collins, Valley View; Paige McCrary, Springfield Kenton Ridge; Carly Gregory, Springfield Shawnee; Taylor Dyke, Graham; Whitney Robinson, Greenon; Ellise Sharpe, Tipp City; Emily Michael, Day. Chaminade; Kendra Moss, Day. Thurgood Marshal. DIVISION III FIRST TEAM: Natalie Billing, Anna, 5-11, jr., 16.8; Ashton Lovely, Jamestown Greeneview, 5-9, so., 25.4; Brittany Shields, Middletown Madison, 6-0, sr., 12.0; Alexis Murphy, Carlisle, 5-9, sr., 18.5; Makala Rosselot, FayettevillePerry, 5-8, so., 22.2. Player of the year: Natalie Billing, Anna. Coach of the year: John Rossi, Middletown Madison. SECOND TEAM: Casey Carter, Georgetown, 5-6, sr., 17.1; Kara Gerbus, Hamilton Badin, 5-10, sr., 16.6; Trina Current, Casstown Miami
East, 6-1, so., 13.1; Josey Harding, Middletown Madison, 6-2, jr., 11.5; Morgan Prescott, Cin. Hills Christian Academy, 5-8, sr., 15.4. THIRD TEAM: Ashley Frohne, Anna, 6-0, sr., 11.9; Becka Peterson, West LibertySalem, 6-1, sr., 18.9; Valencia Stallings, Cin. North College Hill, 5-8, sr., 10.4; Abby Fritsch, Hamilton Badin, 5-8, sr., 11.6; Izzie Englehart, Cin. Summit Country Day, 5-7, jr., 12.0. Area Special Mention Morgan Huelskamp, Anna; Sidney Cera, Brookville; Abby Cash, Miami East; Angie Mack, Miami East; Meghan Miller, Middletown Madison; Katelyn Vincent, West Milton; Makayla Abner, National Trail; Erica Huber, Anna; Cayla Bensman, Anna. DIVISION IV FIRST TEAM: Kayla Linkous, Tri-Village, 5-11, sr., 26.1; Kelsey Funderburgh, Triad, 5-7, sr., 28.7; Jenna Erwin, South Charleston Southeastern, 5-7, sr., 19.1; Ricci Snell, Cin. Country Day, 5-9, sr., 16.0; Tori Purk, Mechanicsburg, 5-9, sr., 20.1. Player of the year: Kayla Linkous, Tri-Village. Coach of the year: Brad Gray, Tri-Village.
SECOND TEAM: Shelby Carpenter, Day. Miami Valley School, 5-8, sr., 18.6; Emily Sheridan, Cedarville, 5-7, sr., 15.0; Lauren Weems, Cin. Seven Hills, 5-8, so., 16.7; Brooke Richard, Jackson Center, 5-9, sr., 21.9; Destinee Maynard, Cin. Lockland. THIRD TEAM: Alexis Williams, Cin. Lockland, 5-11, sr., 15.8; Shaye Thomas, New Madison Tri-Village, 5-4, jr., 9.3; Taylor Johnson, Springfield Cath. Central, 5-10, sr., 15.8; Cassie Sachs, Cin. Country Day, 6-0, jr., 17.0; Darian Rose, Fort Loramie, 5-8, so., 14.2. Area Special Mention Reggi Brandewie, Fort Loramie; Lindsey Spearman, Sidney Lehman Cath.; Megan Ball, Springfield Emmanuel Christian; Faith Orecchio, Triad; Kandis Sargeant, Sidney Lehman Cath.; Christine Johnson, Botkins; Logan Pitts, Botkins; Holly Spencer, Cin. Christian Academy; Kristi Elliott, Houston; Bethany Reister, Houston; Brittany Foster, Jackson Center; Renae Meyer, Fort Loramie; Camille Puthoff, Russia; Kylie Wilson, Russia; Lydia Demmitt, Troy Christian.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The Braves are remembered for one of baseball’s epic collapses. Too bad for Atlanta the playoffs weren’t expanded a year earlier. Negotiators for baseball players and owners are working toward an agreement to increase the postseason field to 10 teams this season. They had hoped to reach a deal by Thursday, but both sides said talks could continue if they needed additional time to deal with the details
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75 years later
Training offered
The days the ground shook
PIQUA — Upper Valley Career Center Adult Division is offering TEAM ON! a new series of essential lessons for team leaders, shift leaders and production leads working in manufacturing, customer service, retail, banking or healthcare. Diana Searls, Management and Leadership training coordinator indicates that participants can expect to learn practical skills that will be immediately applicable to their unique work situation. “Employers save time and money when their leaders have the know-how to avoid misunderstandings that lead to costly mistakes, drops in morale and productivity,” she said. TEAM ON! Communicating With Impact, is the first course in the new series. Additional topics include High Impact Feedback and Listening, Navigating Beyond Conflict, Valuing Differences, and Working as a High Performing Team. Each topic is offered at $99 per person and may be delivered on demand at the Upper Valley Career Center ATC in Piqua or on site. Registration is accepted by calling Searls at (937) 778-1078 or emailing searlsd@uppervalleycc.org.
Remembering the Anna earthquakes
Open house planned Christian Academy Schools, 2151 W. Russell Road, will host two open houses. The dates are March 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and March 18 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Christian Academy is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), the North Central Association for Higher Learning (NCA) and recognized by the State of Ohio as an accredited, chartered K-12 school serving students of Shelby and Miami Counties for over 30 years. Christian Academy provides students and parents with nurturing classrooms managed by teachers who are committed to their personal quest for excellence and strive to model the fruit of the Spirit in all of their living. Each day a subject is taught with the integration of Christian truths and values. Rigorous educational instruction helps students to succeed with reasonable effort. Reasoning, critical thinking skills and internalization of Christian values are important educational goals at Christian Academy Schools. Christian Academy School classes do not exceed 20 and are taught by licensed teaching professionals. Adding to the strengths of a student Christian Academy offers a wide-range of sports as well as academic extracurricular. The open houses are an opportunity to meet the teachers, explore the school’s online learning and tour the facility. Faculty members will also be available to answer questions. Contact the school at 492-7556 for further information.
BY PAUL WORKMAN ANNA — It was Tuesday, March 2, 1937, at 9:48 a.m. just after a class change at the Anna Village School. There was a loud noise and the building shook as things in the rooms fell to the floor. Everyone evacuated the building as quickly as possible, and all were safe. It had been an earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale. Anna has had many recorded earthquakes over the years, but none as severe as this one. The students stayed across the street until the parents in town came to pick them up, and the rural students went home in school buses. The teaching staff and some of the older students went back into the building to recover some items, and they observed large cracks in the walls and in some cases “straight through the roof.” The school board assembled and decided that the school was unsafe. In 1926, the new white brick school had just been rebuilt as an addition to the old 1883 building. The home economics teacher recalled that her students were learning to knit, and as the girls left the class rather hurriedly, one student took her knitting with her but left the ball of yarn in the room with the thread trailing out of the building. Years later in recorded interviews with the former students many such humorous stories were told. Many chimneys were shaken from the roofs, and some items and plaster were on the floor of the houses. Luckily there were no reports of injuries. The state examined the school building and deemed it condemned. The board of education decided to hold classes the following Monday in the two churches in town, but early Tuesday morning at 12:45 a.m. a second quake hit the small village, measuring 5.4 on the Richter scale. This quake left the village almost “chimneyless,” and the churches were damaged. A village grocery had a mess with merchandise falling to the floor; headstones in a cemetery were turned at their base; and the flow of water, oil and gas flows were interrupted. One resident told the story of how he had an old clock that hadn’t run for years. After the first quake it began to run again and after the second quake it stopped. Fifteen residents along the main streets of the village offered one room of their house for the purpose of holding school from March 15 to May 28. Staff members strung a line from house to house for the use of a PA system, and the high school students changed classes by going to another house. The main highway through the
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ANNA SUPERINTENDENT George Rilling shows cracks in the Anna school walls caused by the earthquakes in 1937. This still image was taken from the DVD project commemorating the event.
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the first excavation operation had begun, the pupils and teachers of the Anna Village School were permitted to enter and start the new school year on Sept. 6, 1938. It was noted that the footers were exceptionally heavy and of reinforced concrete. The lower walls were 17 inches thick and tied together with header courses of brick work. All steel girders and joists were securely anchored. The structure was erected to withstand tremors that may happen in the future years. This 1938 building is still used by the middle and high school students of the Anna Local Schools, and a number of additions have been added over the years to help accommodate growth. A 45-minute silent 16mm home movie was taken by two teachers from 1936-39. In 2004 the writer of this article started a project to place the old film on DVD for posterity. The film had been restored and was mainly of students who were in school during those years and their activities. The packet is titled “Anna School — Before and After the 1937 Earthquakes” and contains two DVDs and a 24-page booklet describing them. The first DVD is “Anna Earthquakes Impact on Schools” and includes the 1926 school, homes and barracks after the earthquakes and the newly built 1938 school. There is a view of the large crack in the gym and many scenes of the village. The second DVD has interviews of persons who were students at the time and witnessed the earthquakes. http://home.roadrunner.com/ ~workman/
AN UNIDENTIFIED man looks at the fallen plaster and lathing in a home in Anna after the second of the 1937 earthquakes, in this photo from the J. B. Macelwane archives, St. Louis University. ing with no insulation; therevillage was closed off for a space for recess and gym ac- fore, each room had a potbelly stove which had to be tivities. During the summer while started every morning. The federal government the old building was being through the Public Works torn down, the War DepartAdministration granted ment of the United States $67,500 for the construction granted the use of Civilian of a new building, the comConservation Corps (CCC) munity passed a $55,000 barracks, and they were bond issue, and the board of transported from Sidney to education collected a $30,000 Anna in time for school to settlement on an earthquake start. They were placed on school property, and the stu- policy that had only been in force for 4 1/2 years. dents held classes there for The new building was the 1937-38 school year. The writer, of Anna, is a rebeing built while the stuThere were 18 classrooms tired teacher and local earthdents had classes in the bargrades 1-12. The barracks had rafters and studs show- racks, and nine months after quake historian.
School board approves personnel actions HOUSTON — The Hardin-Houston Local School Board of Education met recently and approved several personnel actions. The board voted to employ Walter (Beau) Wright IV as junior high boys track coach for the 2011-12 school year, at a salary of $1,228.28. They also voted to employ Carrie Gunther as Junior High girls track coach for the 2011-12 school year at a salary of $1,228.28. There were also two maternity leaves that were ap-
proved. Teacher Lori Bornhorst’s maternity leave request of eight weeks beginning March 20 was approved as was seven weeks of maternity leave for teacher Krystal Swiger beginning on April 16. The board also took the following actions. • Approved a one-time payment of $300 to Dave Ewing, Maintenance Supervisor, for weekend and emergency calls to HardinHouston School from Septem-
ber 2011 to January 2012. • Employed Lee Wemmer and Cindy Nishwitz as regular route bus drivers for the 2011-12 school year. • Employed Thomas Spurgeon as a substitute bus driver, for the 2011-12 school year, at a salary of $14.44 per hour. • Approved payment to Maintenance/Custodial staff personnel of $15 per occurrence for alarm issues during non school hours. • Entered into an agree-
ment with the Ohio School Board Association to provide contract analysis service. • Approved early graduation for Kayla Michael, Ashtin Frantz, Cory KiserSmith and Kaitlyn Henderson, pending successful completion of all state and school district requirements. • Approved the 2012-13 school calendar. The next board meeting will be held on March 19 at 7 p.m. in the Hardin-Houston School Media Center.
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