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In the plea agreement, McDaniel agreed to enter guilty pleas to one count of escape, one count of burglary, five counts of theft, two counts of receiving stolen property and two probation violations. McDaniel was charged with seven counts of burglary, six counts of theft, two counts of grand theft, two counts of receiving stolen property, one count of grand theft of motor vehicle, and one count of grand theft of a firearm in the indictment. The indictment alleged that McDaniel burglarized homes on Flatwoods Road (July 23, 2011), Texas Road (July 16 and 26, 2011), Beech Grove Road (July 23, 2011), Bailey Run Road (August 3, 2011), Side Hill Road (October 18-21, 2011), and Scout Camp Road (Jan. 2). Grand theft is alleged on July 26, 2011, at a residence on Texas Road and on August 3, 2011, at a residence on Bailey Run Road. Both are third degree felonies. Grand theft of a motor vehicle is charged in the theft of a automobile from Rocksprings Road on July 24, 2011, and is a felony of the fourth degree. Grand Theft of a firearm is charged in the theft of a firearm from a Beech Grove Road residence on July 23, 2011, and is classified as a felony of the third degree. The charge of burglary is classified as a felony of the second degree in three of the counts, and a felony of the third degree in four counts. Theft and receiving stolen property are classified as a first degree misdemeanors, except in the case of the See CHARGES ‌| A2 Probation handed down in arson case Amber Gillenwater mdtnews@mydailytribune.com Winners of the 2012 Meigs County Kiddie Tractor Pull, Pull of Champions, received their trophies on Friday morning. Taking home trophies were (from left, beginning with second from left) Wyatt Snyder, Caden Foley, Sam Bauerbach, Trace Erwin, Hannah Erwin, Jocelyn Lawrence, Garrett Lawrence, and Bradon Sampson. Also pictured are Fair Queen First Runner-up Sarah Lawrence, Fair Queen Abigail Houser, sponsors Josh Hupp, Jeremy Hupp, Jamie Hupp Smith, Jared Hupp, Jessica Hupp, Ed Hupp, Sharon Hupp, Jaylynn Hupp, Wyatt Smith, Weston Smith, Huck Wagner, and Sherri Wagner. Erwins win ‘Pull of Champions’ See ARSON ‌| A2 Meigs Board finalizes school opening plans Sarah Hawley shawley@heartlandpublications.com ROCKSPRINGS — The brother and sister duo of Trace and Hannah Erwin took first place trophies in the Meigs County Kiddie Tractor Pull, Pull of Champions, on Friday morning. Hannah Erwin won the 56-75 pound weight class with five full pulls. Jocelyn Lawrence took second in the weight class with four full pulls and a final pull of 26 feet 11 inches, followed by Garrett Lawrence with three full pulls and a final pull of 28 feet two inches. Bradon Sampson took fourth with one full pull and a final pull of 28 feet 11 inches. Trace Erwin took the top spot in the 35-55 pounds weight class with four full pulls and a final pull of 28 feet two inches. Sam Bauerbach was second with four full pulls and a final pull of 23 feet 11 inches. Caden Foley was third with four full pulls and a final pull of 22 feet one inch, followed by Wyatt Snyder with three full pulls GALLIPOLIS — A Rio Grande woman will be monitored for two years by the adult probation department of the Common Pleas Court of Gallia County after pleading guilty to one count of arson and one count of insurance fraud. Marcella L. Taylor, 55, 21 Central Avenue, Rio Grande, was recently sentenced to 24 months of community control in the common pleas court and ordered to pay $2,480 in restitution to the Village of Rio Grande following a February 2011 fire at her residence. Taylor was indicted earlier this year by a grand jury on one count of arson and insurance fraud, both fourth degree felonies. The defendant was arrested by officers with the Rio Grande Police Department on March 19 along with Gary M. Barry, 57, Thurman, who was indicted for complicity to arson in relation to the case. The charges followed an investigation into the residential fire that occurred on February 19, 2011, at Taylor’s home at 21 Central Avenue — a single family dwelling. A nearby resident alerted authorities to the fire and, re- Charlene Hoeflich choeflich@mydailysentinel.com Hannah Erwin pulls her fifth full pull of the championship on Friday morning to take first place in the 56-75 pound weight class. and a final pull of 26 feet one inch. Winners were presented trophies by Hupp Landscaping, t-shirts from the Middleport Police Department, cash prizes from Huck and Sherri Wagner, along with other items. Home National Bank, Dan Smith, Montgomery Trailer Sales and Shain Custom Signs also helped to put on the annual event. To take part in the Pull of Champions, competitors had to take first place in their respective weight class earlier in the week. POMEROY — In preparation for the opening of Meigs Local schools on Wednesday, additional personnel was hired, service agreements were approved, and grants were acknowledged by the Meigs Local Board of Education at its recent meeting. An agreement with the Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center was approved to provide preschool instructional services for the school year in the amount of $120,000 or the final allocation as approved by the Ohio Department of Education for Early Child- hood Education Pre-School. The Board also entered into contracts with McGuire and Associates for training and technical assistance services for the 21st Century Community Learning Center grants in the amount of 23 percent of the approved annual project budgets for each year the grants are funded. Another funding grant approved for this school year was the Carol M. White Physical Education Program in the amount of $360,282. Contracts for services this year were awarded the Heiner’s Bakery for bakery and bread, Broughton See PLANS ‌| A2 Groundbreaking to be held for city’s admin building Amber Gillenwater mdtnews@mydailytribune.com GALLIPOLIS — As the Gallipolis City Justice Center nears completion, the city is moving forward with plans to construct a second facility to house the municipality’s administrative offices and will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the building on Tuesday. The groundbreaking ceremony will be held at 6:15 p.m. on August 21 at the site of the future Gallipolis Administrative Building at 333 Third Avenue in the municipal parking area. The facility will house the city’s utility, tax, code enforcement, auditor’s and city manager’s offices. The public is invited to attend the event that will be held prior to a special meeting of the Gallipolis City Commission. The commission meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the Gallipolis Municipal Courtroom, 49 Olive Street, Gallipolis. Hoon, Inc., of Athens was awarded the bid for the construction of the facility following the passage of an emergency ordinance on July 28 after they presented the lowest bid in the amount of $794, 450 — an amount $90,000 under the engineer’s estimate for the project. Initial bids for the construction of the facility were rejected by the city commission during a regular meeting in early May, as the bids were all approximately $200,000 over the engineer’s estimate for the building. After reassessing the layout of the facility and adjusting the plan, the city again compiled a request for bids and, subsequently, received the low bid from Hoon, Inc. According to information presented during past Gallipolis City Commission meetings, the administrative facility will face Court Street from its position in the 300 block of Third Avenue. The back of the building will face People’s Bank. The reasoning behind the placement of the building is to conserve the number of parking spaces in the municipal parking area; and, reportedly, approximately 100 See ADMIN ‌| A2 �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Charges Local Stocks AEP (NYSE) — 43.07 Akzo (NASDAQ) — 18.35 Ashland Inc. 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Sears Holding (NASDAQ) — 59.49 Wal-Mart (NYSE) — 71.99 Wendy’s (NYSE) — 4.37 WesBanco (NYSE) — 20.67 Worthington (NYSE) — 23.07 Daily stock reports are the 4 p.m. ET closing quotes of transactions for August 17, 2012, provided by Edward Jones financial advisors Isaac Mills in Gallipolis at (740) 441-9441 and Lesley Marrero in Point Pleasant at (304) 674-0174. Member SIPC. The original charges in those cases were one count of receiving stolen property and one count of burglary. According to court documents, the state will argue for a sentence of nine years, 11 months during sentencing, with the defense will be arguing for an eight year sentence. Restitution could also be imposed at sentencing. McDaniel will be sentenced at 9:30 a.m. on August 20 in Meigs County Common Pleas Court. Arson From Page A1 Ohio Valley Forecast Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon. Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph after midnight. Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Light southwest wind increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A2 Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 81. Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. portedly, one firefighter sustained minor injuries battling the blaze but was not hospitalized as a result of the injuries. The investigation into the fire was conducted by the Division of State Fire Marshal, Rio Grande Police Department, Gallia County Sheriff’s Office, Rio Grande Fire Department and Gallia County Prosecutor’s Office. According to the indictment in this case, the amount of the fraudulent claim against the victim of the insurance fraud, State Automobile Mutual Insurance, was $7,500 or more, but less than $150,000. The home was completely destroyed in the fire. Taylor pleaded guilty to both charges on July 2 after a negotiated plea was filed in this case. A victim’s statement, agreeing to the plea was also filed on July 2 and signed by Assistant State Fire Marshal Keith Elliott. The case against Barry, who pleaded not guilty to aiding or abetting Taylor in committing arson during a hearing in March, was recently dismissed. According to an entry filed and signed by Judge D. Deans Evans and Gallia County Prosecutor Jeff Adkins, a “nolle prosequi” has been entered and the prosecution in this case will not proceed. “The nolle is entered at the request of the State of Ohio, as further investigation is necessary,” the entry reads. Barry will be accessed the costs of the prosecution. Added to the substitute teachers list for the year were Tricia Adams, Michael Bartrum, Patrece Beegle, Ilse Burris, Teresa Carr, William Downie, James Essick, Marjorie Fetty, John Flemming, Vicki Griffin, Suzanne Hanning, Melinda Hayman, Kathryn HillWhite, Jill Johnson, Cindy Johnson, Craig Knight, John Krawsczyn, Linda Lear, Christopher Light, Debra McCall, Joseph McCall, Lynda McInturf, Allen Midcap, Barbara Musser, Linda Myers, Gay Perrin, Nathan Robinette, Donna Sayre, Amanda Schwartzel, Jodi Schultz, David Stafford, Carrie Towne, Michael Wilfong, Rebecca Zurcher, and three vocational substitute, James Ewing, Barry McCoy and Linda Yonker. Other substitutes hired were Wetzel Bailey and Gary King, custodians; James Tony Carnahan, Dano King, Gary King and Roger Mowery, mainte- nance; James Tony Carnahan and Russell O’Brien, substitute mechanics. James Timothy Simpson was hired on a one-yer contract as vocational agriculture teacher at Meigs High School. Hired on supplemental contracts were Cliff Kennedy and Sara Will, high school guidance; Stacie Roach, middle school Guidance; Ron Vlasak, vocational agriculture, 20 days, and Tim Simpson, vocational agriculture, 30 days. The Board approved salaries for Jena Tenoglia and Penny Newland at $49,500 and $45,7580,respectively for the school year; Heidi DeLong and Melinda J. Chancey at $29,000 and $28,500, respectively as funded by the 21st Century Grant. David Hoover was hired as 8th grade football coach , David Deem as assistant marching band director, Chandra Moon as Middle School cheerleader advisor, Nolan Yates as 7th grade boys basketball coach, Daniel Thomas as archery coach, Lester Parker as head varsity wrestling coach, Michael Kennedy as head varsity track and field coach, Steven Wood as head varsity girls softball coach, Brent Bissell as head varsity baseball coach, and Donna Wolfe as resident educator. The resignation of William Francis as assistant principal at Meigs High School was accepted, and a replacement is yet to be hired. In other business the athletic policy handbook as submitted by Steve Ohlinger, high school principal, and Ron Hill, athletic director, was approved, and the negotiated contract with OAPSE Local 017 for the period of July 2, 2012 to June 30, 2014, was ratified. An executive session was held following the open meeting to discuss the hiring and compensation of personnel and the negotiations. ture both a drive-through window and exterior, public restrooms. The drive-through window will be utilized by the utility office and will allow the city residents to easily make their utility payments. The public restrooms, a feature that has long been discussed by city officials, will be a benefit to the city and will be open for the use of downtown pedestrians. The facilities will, reportedly, not be open for the use of the public 24-hours a day. Plans are to close the facility at 9 p.m. each night and at 11 p.m. during nights when events are being held in the downtown area. The two separate male and female restrooms will only be accessible from the outside of the building and will not allow users to gain access to the interior administrative offices. Construction of the facility is expected to begin immediately with an expected total construction time of seven months. Plans From Page A1 Foods Co. (firm price) for milk and dairy, Rumpke Consolidated for garbage and trash pickup and Ashland Branded Marketing by G&M Fuel Co. Inc. for gas and diesel fuel. Personnel hired included the following: David Casci and Oliver Norris, bus drivers on continuing contracts; Billi Jo Arnott, Meigs Intermediate secretary, two year contract; Leslie Dunfee, special education teacher at Meigs Primary on a one year contract; Jennifer Dunn, 21st Century Grant coordinator at Meigs Middle School on a oneyear contract at a salary of $27,000; and Ashley Gilkey and Abby Harris as 21st Century social workers on one-year contracts, the payment coming from the 21st Century Grant. Regular bus drivers hired on one-year contracts were James Tony Carnahan, Ronnie Wood, Kelsey Sauters, William Milliron, Carla King, and Gerry Wohlever. Substitute drivers hired for the year were Dean Harris, David Staats, Bill Taylor, Jim Counts, Charles Sauters, Charles Perry, and Wetzel Bailey. Other drivers hired pending certification were Hoby Landers, Darla Haning, Tonya Lavender, and Carolyn Searles. Employed as substitute cooks were Tammy Andrus, Jane Hawley, Erin Heil, Wendy Hubbard, and Marlene Pierce. Personal assistants for special education students hired to be paid with special education federal grant funds, were Sandra Butcher, Stacy Butler, Koletta Fridley, Angela Hoalcraft, Josie Jarrell, Phyllis Johnson, Chastity Jude, Cindy Lambert, Becky McGrath, Sheila McKinney, and Katrina Spurlock. Substitute personal assistants hired were Stephanie Allen, Christina Bragg, Susan Brauer, Carrie Carpenter, Vicki Carter, Dawn Kopec, Linda Myers, Tara Reynolds, and Connie Soulsby. Admin From Page A1 spaces will be available in the municipal parking area post construction of the over 5,000 square-foot facility. Currently, there are 116 spaces available in that area. The building will also fea- WE HAVE CABINS FOR RENT! 60342085 BUNDLE & SAVE! 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Weddingbut fancy wedding, planning time is and she asked her always a stressfather and me to ful one, and it attend and not emsounds as though barrass her. She she and her inknows very well tended are takthat I never wear ing the initiative a dress, much less to plan and pay heels, and her dad for their special is comfortable only day. That’s adin overalls. We can’t mirable, but at even imagine getthe same time, it ting all dressed up Dr. Joyce Brothers deprives you of Syndicated for the entire weekthe joy of helpend. When I told ing your daughColumnist her I’d wear a nice ter work toward pantsuit and her such an exciting dad a sport coat and tie, she and happy event. Whether burst into tears. The whole or not she actually asked thing is making me sick. 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He thinks nothing of talking back to us, and more than once lately he has called us losers, said we are unfair and so forth. He seems angry when we ask him to do anything or try to supervise his activities. Is this normal, and is it just a stage? We are lying awake at night worrying about how to gain back the upper hand. Do you have any ideas? — R.M. Dear R.M.: I’m not sure what your son is so angry about, but it is very likely that he is indeed angry. And you may never have a clue why that is, either. It’s almost as though some teens change overnight from a sweet little angel going off to summer camp with a kiss and a hug to some little stranger who shoots you daggers whenever you even think of interfering in his life. Yes, I would have to say it is a stage. But not all teens struggle through it ready to explode. That fact means that you don’t have to sit back like a pair of punching bags and just take it. On the other hand, gaining back the upper hand is a dubious goal. It may already be too late anyway. Behind most every teenage outburst is a child trying to separate from his parents in any way he can. Sometimes it’s obvious — when he calls you names, says he hates you or storms into his room and slams the door. Although we can understand that he is going through a tough transition, we also know that he is testing us to see if we will still set some reasonable limits or throw up our hands and let him run wild. So it’s important that no matter what the provocation, you let him know that you will not tolerate rude language, and that you are all on the same team. Be firm but pleasant until he gets the message that you are with him through thick and thin. (c) 2012 by King Features Syndicate Gallia County Community Calendar Sunday, Aug. 19 MASON COUNTY, W.Va. — Annual Shirley reunion, beginning at 9 a.m. with lunch at 12 p.m., at the end of Shirley Road off of W.Va. Route 2, approximately 13 miles north of Point Pleasant, W.Va. Bring a chair and a covered dish. Hosted by Keith Shirley and family. For more information call (304) 593-4520. Monday, Aug. 20 BIDWELL — River Valley Middle School “Meet the Team” event, 7:30 p.m., in front of the school. The event will include the cross country team, volleyball team, football team, cheerleaders and band members. BIDWELL — Freshman orientation, 6 p.m., River Valley High School. RODNEY — Coupon Exchange Club meeting, 6 p.m., Rodney United Methodist Church Community Center. The center is located at the Old Rodney School Building between U.S. 35 and Ohio 588. Please bring extra coupons to trade and scissors. Everyone welcome. GALLIPOLIS — Gallia County Transportation Improvement District meeting, 10 a.m., Gallia County Engineer’s Office, 1167 Ohio 160, Gallipolis. Tuesday, Aug. 21 GALLIPOLIS — Gallia County Health Fair, 8 a.m.12 p.m., Gallia County Health Department. Free fasting cholesterol screenings. Call (740) 441-2950 for an appointment. GALLIPOLIS — VFW Post 4464 meeting, 6 p.m., at the post located on Third Avenue, Gallipolis. GALLIPOLIS — Gallia County Board of Developmental Disabilities regular monthly meeting, 4 p.m., administratie offices at 77 Mill Creek Road, Gallipolis. Tuesday, Aug. 28 BIDWELL — River Valley Middle School PTO meeting, 6 p.m., RVMS library. Agenda items include the election of officers and planning for the 2012-2013 school year. BIDWELL — River Valley Middle School Athletic Boosters meeting, 7 p.m., RVMS library. Agenda items include the election of officers and planning for the 2012-2013 school year. GALLIPOLIS — Mens’ VFW Auxiliary #4464 Joe Moore Sarah Evans Moore meeting. This month’s meeting will be held on the fourth Tuesday in August instead of the third Tuesday. Thursday, Aug. 30 GALLIPOLIS — “Girls Day Out” Breast Health Awareness for Life Health Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Gallia County Health Department. GALLIPOLIS — French 500 Free Clinic, 1-4 p.m., 258 Pinecrest Drive off of Jackson Pike. The clinic serves uninsured residents of Gallia County between the ages of 18 and 65. Evans Moore Insurance Gallipolis 740-441-1111 Saturday, Sept. 1 PERRY TWP. — North Gallia High School class of 1982 30-year class reunion, 12 p.m., Bluebird Shelter, O.O. McIntyre Park. Bring a covered dish. 60343256 B ACK TO S CHOOL B ASH Gallia County Community Calendar Sunday, Aug. 19 MASON COUNTY — The annual Shirley reunion will be held at the old homeplace at the end of Shirley Road off Route 2, approximately 13 miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Bring your chair and a covered dish. The reunion will begin at 9 a.m., eating at noon, and ends whenever. Come see the modern conveniences that have been added. Hosted by Keith Shirley and Family (304) 593-4520. Monday, Aug. 20 HARRISONVILLE — The Harrisonville Senior Citizens will meet at 11 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church. 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The action brought quick responses from Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and as many as 15 military groups. DeWine recently told Fox News that he found the July 17 action by Obama campaign, the Democratic National Committee and the Ohio Democratic Party “quite shocking.” The tradition for allowing special circumstances for military personnel in voting dates back to the civil war, he said. Voting in a free election is one of the pillars of a democratic society. No group of people should be afforded the right to vote more than those who defend our democracy with their lives. Americans, do your homework — vote for freedom and democracy this November. Kevin Dennis, Gallia County Obama campaign attempts to block early military voting Dear Editor, Do you realize the cigarette you have in your mouth is more dangerous than a loaded “gun” in most peoples hands. When you outlaw the gun only the outlaw will have a gun. A car is a deadly weapon also, drink and drive and you are in danger of killing yourself and lots of other people. Only God is the answer. Be prepared what ever happens. Joanne Cole Racine, Ohio The Tale of the Hitchhiker’s Recovery Dr. Shawn Ritenour In light of claims that we’ve been in an economic recovery since late 2009, news such as the unemployment rate bumping up to 8.3 percent is disconcerting. Our so-called “recovery” is slower than Japan’s during its Lost Decade. In response, many are calling for even more government largess to promote prosperity, yet they conveniently ignore the magnitude of our attempts thus far. Such thinking will keep us stuck in the mire. Allow me to tell you why we can’t hitchhike our way to recovery: Since the beginning of the recession, the Federal Reserve increased the money supply over 64 percent—by $3.4 trillion. Annual federal government spending increased by over $875 billion or 32 percent. Our national debt increased $5.8 trillion from 2007 through 2011. These stimulus efforts have provided little in the way of sustainable economic progress. Initially things looked superficially promising. Nominal and real GDP both recovered, and at an annual rate of 4 percent as recently as late 2011. The unemployment rate fell from its peak of 10 percent in October 2010. Alas, such happy movements have stalled of late. A full three years into the so-called recovery, official unemployment remains stuck above 8 percent. The employment situation is not even as good as the official rate indicates. Monthly job creation during the second quarter of 2012 averaged only 75,000 per month—less than half of what it was a year ago. The average duration of unemployment has been fluctuating around 40 weeks since last March. Of those unemployed, 40 percent have been without work for at least 27 weeks—one tenth of a percent less than where it stood this January. The unemployment rate would be much higher had not the labor force participation rate been at a 30-year low. The problem is that any sustainable improvement in employment must be predicated on private productive activity, because labor demand is directly related to the value workers help to produce. Private business activity has improved since 2009; however we have yet to return to where we were before the crash. Net domestic private business investment, the amount of investment over and above what is necessary merely to maintain our current stock of capital, peaked in the third quarter of 2007 and began the downhill slide into the Great Recession. It went negative, meaning we were consuming capital during all of 2009, but it has been continually positive since. Despite recent upticks, however, net investment is still 32 percent below its pre-recession peak three years after recovery was declared. The more recent the data, the worse the news. For the past two months, the ISM manufacturing composite index has indicated declines in industrial production. Manufacturing had not decreased for two successive months since 2009, but June’s ISM survey of heavy industry revealed the largest single monthly decline since 2001. This should teach us we cannot pave the road to prosperity with monetary inflation— by increasing the money supply out of thin air like we’ve been doing—and government spending. That some people improve their financial situation as recipients of government expenditure is true enough, but any improvement of the economic situation that is predicated on government spending is a temporary respite at best. Sustaining a higher standard of living through statist means requires ever increasing government spending. This is a problem because increased government spending requires funding through increased taxation, borrowing, or monetary inflation. Increased taxes consume capital by decreasing taxpayers’ ability and incentive to save and invest. Government borrowing from the non-bank public distorts investment by taking scarce factors of production out private entrepreneurial hands and puts them in inefficient bureaucratic hands. Monetary inflation via credit expansion further punishes savers by debasing the dollar and also stimulates capital malinvestment via artificially low interest rates. Unsustainable investments look profitable, when they really are not, so the structure of production is distorted against the desires of voluntary savers. Once the governmental gravy train slows down, bad investments are recognized for what they are and must be liquidated. Bankruptcies occur, and jobs are lost. The economic statistics begin to reveal more reality and less make-believe. True recovery requires a free economy that encourages the development of the market division of labor, saving and the accumulation of capital, and a market price system free of manipulation that allows entrepreneurs to innovate and wisely invest resources. We cannot hitchhike to prosperity on the back of the Federal Reserve or the U.S. Treasury. Dr. Shawn Ritenour is a professor of economics at Grove City College, contributor to The Center for Vision & Values, and author of “Foundations of Economics: A Christian View.” Editor’s note: A version of this article first appeared at Forbes.com. Sunday Times-Sentinel Reader Services Correction Policy Our main concern in all stories is to be accurate. If you know of an error in a story, please call one of our newsrooms. Our main numbers are: Tribune • Gallipolis, OH (740) 446-2342 Sentinel • Pomeroy, OH (740) 992-2155 Register • Pt. 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While American candidates wage loud, rahrah campaigns with a clear timetable as they head toward the Nov. 6 presidential election, China hasn’t even announced the date for this fall’s Communist Party congress that will appoint the next top leader to replace outgoing Hu Jintao — a post widely expected to go to Vice President Xi Jinping. And while the U.S. process is an election decided by voters, it’s not conclusively known how China’s ruling party picks its leaders, including members of the inner sanctum: the all-powerful, nine-member Politburo Standing Committee. The massive gap between Chinese and U.S. political culture underlines how successfully leaders in Beijing have resisted calls to liberalize their closed system. Sixty-three years after seizing power in a violent revolution, the Communist Party has seen off all challengers, including some among the urban middle class now agitating for greater civil and political rights. Over the past year, an unprecedented number of Chinese sought to run independently for seats in local people’s congresses, the Chinese equivalent of a city or state assembly. Most were barred from even registering, waylaid by bureaucratic excuses and then threatened and harassed at home and work. Many had sought to publicize their campaigns online, but Beijing monitors the Internet relentlessly for political challenges. In contrast, the net has been a game changer in the U.S. politics, both for fundraising and getting the message out. Attack ads are also common online, and some U.S. politicians may wish they had China’s ability to adroitly delete content deemed politically sensitive. For the first time in recent decades, cycles have aligned so that the leadership decisions are happening in the two countries at roughly the same time. But while U.S. candidates ricochet from one electoral appearance to the next, delivering speeches, shaking hands and kissing babies, China’s future leaders are rarely seen outside of tightly scripted official appearances. In recent weeks, they haven’t been seen at all, as part of an arcane communist tradition that sends them to a leadership retreat for about a month. “The U.S. public can participate, they can criticize, they can vote. Over here all we can do is watch TV,” said Li Fan, who promotes grassroots democracy through his private, Beijingbased The World and China Institute. The contrasts are especially striking in the mass media. American TV broadcasts are festooned with up-to-the-minute ads produced at lightning speed to keep up with a 24-hour news cycle and often designed for shock value. Only hours after President Barack Obama declared that “the private sector is doing fine” in June, his opponents ran an ad mocking him as out of touch. In China, the party runs turgid spots about farmers or factory workers and their breakthroughs in machine-assisted production and other deeds accomplished under the party’s leadership. Lately, state media has revived a campaign to glorify a former soldier, Lei Feng, who became an everyman hero after he died on the job a full half-century ago. While the U.S. does retail politics, with parties serving up several versions of their vision 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. to cater to targeted constituencies, China’s politics might better be described as wholesale: a drab and monolithic package that is the same for everyone. Not surprisingly, the Chinese public is far less engaged. “Outside of the academics and those of us in the think tanks, it’s difficult to find citizens who care much at all about what the party does,” Li said. China has settled into a system of turning over its top leaders about every decade in an evolving process that stresses collegial — albeit secretive — decision-making as a way of avoiding the strongman rule of its turbulent past. The Communist Party has never spelled out exactly how the transition works, but it gives signals about the leadership at the party congresses held every five years. It is widely understood that Xi and Vice Premier Li Keqiang will end up on the Standing Committee again and become China’s next two top leaders, partly because they were the only politicians named to the panel five years ago who were young enough to be below retirement age for this year’s transition. But even that widely held belief won’t be confirmed in state media. And Chinese people can only speculate privately on who else will join the top lineup. While Obama and his Republican rival Mitt Romney are seen daily, shirt sleeves rolled up, verbally sparring around the country for the four-year presidential term, the run-up to this fall’s transition in China takes place behind closed doors. The endgame formally got under way this week with the announcement of 2,270 carefully vetted delegates who will attend the party congress. Their chief task will be to select a Central Committee of about 200 members. That committee in turn picks the 25-member Politburo and its Standing Committee — though the positions are believed decided in behind-thescenes negotiations rather than in a direct vote. Going by the last congress in 2007, this year’s meeting should take place around midOctober, but it could be slightly earlier or a few weeks later. The deputy chief of the party’s Organization Department declined to say at a recent news conference when the congress would proceed. Wang Jingqing merely reiterated that it would take place in the second half of the year and said not even he knew whether the Standing Committee would remain at nine or be cut to seven members as has been speculated. The insularity of the Chinese system has been displayed by the near-total absence of top leaders from Beijing since the end of July when they moved to the coastal resort of Beidaihe for holidays and informal meetings intended to finalize the leadership roster. The U.S. has no equivalent of China’s nine-man ruling clique, but it would be unthinkable for the most powerful people in Washington to disappear from public view for even a week. In the U.S., election campaigning was open to all comers and started informally years ago. It began in earnest in recent months with Republican primaries. Many voters may be tired of the process by the time it ends, even if the outcome — unlike in China — is far from certain. China’s future leaders undergo no such open competitive process, because they are picked by a small circle of top officials whose decisions are later confirmed in “nominal procedures,” said Yang Fengchun, of Peking University’s School of Government. In China, “there are no elections in the general sense, though the word election has been used,” Yang said. “You can’t compare the two systems.” Sunday Times Sentinel Ohio Valley Publishing Co. 200 Main Street Point Pleasant, W.Va. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Phone (304) 675-1333 Letters to the Editor Fax (304) 675-5234 Letters to the editor should be limited to 300 words. All letters are subject to editing, must be signed and include address and telephone number. No unsigned letters will be published. 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Faye is survived by her three daughters, Teresa (Jon) Kozan, of Castle Rock, Colo., Robin (Steve) Birney, of Bradenton, Fla., and Lori (Don) Leasure, of Pomeroy; ten grandchildren, James Mckinnis, Christopher McKinnis, Ed- Hazel ‘Polly’ Eichinger Hazel “Polly” Eichinger passed away peacefully at Overbrook Center on August 17, 2012. She was born June 22, 1914, daughter of the late Arthur and Bertha Hysell. “Polly” was a homemaker and volunteered in many years at the Senior Citizens Center in Pomeroy. She was a faithful member of New Beginnings United Methodist Church, and was a member of Pomeroy Chapter 186 Order of Eastern Star. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Allen Eichinger; son, Max Eichinger; sister, Agnes McGhee; and brothers, Byron and Cecil Hysell. “Maw-Maw” loved her family with all of her heart and soul, and was so proud of each and every one. The memories of love and laughter spent in her home on Mulberry Heights are treasured gifts we will all carry with us. Her family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Overbrook for the excellent, loving care given to our precious Maw-Maw over the last year and a half. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Gerald Kelly; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and June Eichinger; daughterin-law, Judy Reiber, all of Pomeroy; grandchildren, Dennis (Mary) Kelly, Darla (Doug) Staats, Paula (Chuck) Clark, Denise Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home Franklin Edward ‘Hank’ Varian Franklin Edward “Hank” Varian, 49, of Rutland, Ohio, passed away on August 16, 2012. He was born on October 2, 1962, in Mason, W.Va., the son of the late Harry and Leona Varian. He is survived by his wife, Christine Varian; children, (Richard) Mora, Scott (B.J.) Eichinger, Tammy (Todd) Nibert, Becky (Bobby) Frank, Max, Jr. (Tamela) Eichinger; 10 greatgrandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. 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Interment will follow in the Centenary Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday at the Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.cremeensfuneralhomes.com �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A6 Gallia County Briefs ‘Look Good Feel Better’ scheduled for Monday GALLIPOLIS — Look Good Feel Better sponsored by the American Cancer Society will be held beginning at 6 p.m. on Monday, August 20, at the Cancer Resource Center in the Holzer Center for Cancer Care, 170 Jackson Pike. This free program is for women with cancer who are dealing with radiation and/or chemotherapy treatments. Participants will be given advice on how to take care of their skin and other tips to give them self confidence. Please call (740) 441-3909 for an appointment before 12 p.m. on Monday. RVMS back-to-school night BIDWELL — River Valley Middle School will hold its back-to-school night/parent-teacher conference from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012. Students who are going in the sixth grade, seventh or eighth grades and their parents are welcome to attend. Any questions, contact David Moore at 446-8399. The first day of school for RVMS students will be Wednesday, August 22. SGHS/SGMS back-to-school open house MERCERVILLE — All South Gallia High School/ Middle School students may pick up schedules from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the school office beginning Friday, August 17. Students may also purchase parking spots for $5. Lockers will be assigned the first week of school. Locker/lock rental is $5. An open house will be held from 3:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21 at SGHS/SGMS. All students and parents are encouraged to attend the event. Shaffer Road closure GREENFIELD TWP. — Gallia County Engineer, Brett A. Boothe, recently announced that Shaffer Road will be closed, weather permitting, between Kokeen Road and the county line from 7 a.m. on Monday, August 20 until 4:30 p.m., Thursday, August 23 for a box culvert installation. Local traffic will need to use other county roads as a detour. Modern Woodsmen of America meeting BIDWELL — Modern Woodsman of America will be sponsoring their monthly meeting from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21 at the Wounded Goose in Bidwell. A door-prize drawing will be held. 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Gallia County Gospel Sing to be held GALLIPOLIS — The 23rd Annual Gallia Gospel Sing will be held at the Gallia County Fairgrounds Friday, August 24 and Saturday, August 25. The the event will be held rain or shine from 5 p.m. to midnight both evenings. Singers are drawn from the area and nearby states and the event will feature 2025 gospel groups and soloists. There is no charge to attend, but free-will offerings will be taken to cover the cost of putting on the gospel sing. Bring a lawn chair, as seating is limited. Sandwiches, bean soup and homemade desserts will be available at the concession stand. Camping is available at the fair campgrounds. For campground information, call (740) 446-4120. For more information on the gospel sing, call (740) 379-2647 or email mja11355@gmail.com. BIDWELL HARDWARE We Now Have Continuous Gutters 5” and 6” 8997 St. Rt. 160 Bidwell, Ohio 45614 PHONE: 740-446-8828 $149.95 $179.95 60340832 GALLIPOLIS — The southeast Ohio branch of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) will be providing “Family to Family” classes free of charge to anyone with a family member or close friend experiencing mental illness. The 12week course is designed to give families experiencing the effects of severe brain disorders treatment strategies, coping skills, improved communication and problem solving skills. The class will be held every Tuesday evening from 6-8:30 p.m., August 28-November 13 at Woodland Centers, 3086 Ohio 160, Gallipolis. Registration is required for the classes. For more information, contact Denise Rice at (740) 709-1286, darice@ yahoo.com; Dave Rice (740) 709-1372, dgroni@yahoo. com or Sarah Wamsley (740) 339-0492, smwamsley12@gmail.com. Safety council to meet RIO GRANDE — The South East Ohio Safety Council will meet at noon on Tuesday, August 28 on the campus of the University of Rio Grande in Conference Room C of the Davis University Center. A representative from Buckeye Rural Electric will be the speaker on generator safety. Luncheon reservations are required. Please contact Carolyn at 245-7170 or Phyllis at 245-7228 to make reservations. Free clinic slated 60339967 White in Stock – 10 Special Order Colors Registration open for ‘Family to Family’ classes GALLIPOLIS — The French 500 Free Clinic will be open from 1-4 p.m., Thursday, August 30 at the clinic located at 258 Pinecrest Drive off of Jackson Pike. The clinic serves the uninsured residents of Gallia County between the ages of 18 and 65. Gallipolis Patrol Post to offer Community Shield training GALLIPOLIS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be offering Community Shield training at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 8, 2012, located at 396 Jackson Pike Gallipolis, Ohio. Community Shield training, which will be delivered by Patrol Trooper James Trelka in a one-hour training block, consists of instruction in impaired driver detection, criminal patrol, homeland security and human trafficking. This training is geared toward community members to assist local law enforcement and troopers while they are on the road as extra sets of eyes and ears. Attendees will be provided a complimentary license plate bracket at the conclusion of the training. To attend a training session, please call the Gallipolis Post at (740) 446-2434. Space is limited and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline for registration is August 27, 2012. 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Sessions will be held from 8:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 12:30-2:30 p.m. All registered kindergarten students will receive a letter in the mail along with their busing information, that gives them a day and time for orientation. Students not yet enrolled should contact the Primary School at 742-3000. Kindergarten students first day of school will be Monday, Aug. 27. MHS freshman orientation POMEROY — Orientation for incoming Meigs High School freshmen students will be held Tuesday, Aug. 21. Orientation is for students only. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. Orientation takes place from noon to 3 p.m. Students meet with teachers and become familiar with procedures. For answers to questions call 993-2158. AARP driver course POMEROY — A four hour course designed to remind drivers of skills and techniques once learned, will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 1 to 5:30 p.m. at the Meigs County Senior Center, 112 E. Memorial Drive, Pomeroy. The cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non members. Emphasis will be on improving confidence as a safe driver. May also qualify those who take part for reduced auto insurance. Class of 1959 lunch cancelled POMEROY — The Pomeroy High School Class of 1959 will not be having their “3rd Friday” lunch this month, due to a lack of response. Basket games POMEROY — Basket games will be held on Thursday, Aug. 23, at the Syracuse Community Center. The doors will open at 5 p.m. and games will begin at 6 p.m. The event is being sponsored by the Meigs Museum where tickets can be purchased in advance by calling the Museum, at 992-3810, or contacting Joy Sisson at 992-3804. Cost is 20 games for $20. Middleport Community Watch MIDDLEPORT — The Middleport Police Department Community Watch Program is now under way. Citizens interested in holding a membership in the program must submit an application to the Middleport Police Department no later than Aug. 20. Applications are available at the police department. The first meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 23 in the Village Hall gymnasium. Extended Shot Clinic Hours POMEROY — The Meigs County Health Department will offer extended shot clinic hours on Aug. 21 and Sept. 18. Hours will be 9-11 a.m. and 1-6 p.m. Participants are asked to bring medicaid or commercial insurance cards, if applicable. A donation is appreciated, but not required. For more information contact the health department at (740) 992-6626. Water aerobics and Zumba classes POMEROY — Water aerobics classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings and Zumba classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both will be held at Kountry Resort Campground. For more information call 992-6728 or 5914407. Free Lunch POMEROY — A free lunch for downtown merchants will be provided by the First Southern Baptist Church the first Thursday of every month from through September with serving from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the stage area on the Pomeroy parking lot. 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Clarence Lee McFarland Clarence Lee McFarland, 90, of Pataskala, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday August 16, 2012, at Tuscany Gardens, Pataskala, Ohio. Born September 13, 1921, in Gallia County, Ohio, to the late Alexander and Phylene George McFarland, he was an Army Veteran of WWII and a concrete mason for over 25 years. Surviving are children, Beaulah (Richard) Nauck, Louisville, Ky., Wesley (Cheri) McFarland, Orlando, Fla., Bradley McFarland and Eddie (Carol) McFarland, both Pataskala, Ohio, and Delanda (Loren) Mayle, Columbus, Ohio; brothers, Harvey McFar- P.O. Box 441 50 0 Point Pleasant, WV 25550 land, Danville, Ohio, and Paul McFarland, Columbus, Ohio; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Wendell McFarland; five brothers, Gearld, Walter, Turley, Cecil and Earl McFarland; two sisters, Goldie Price and Hazel Grate. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Vinton Cemetery, Vinton, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to the American Lung Association. Online condolences can be made at birchfieldfuneralhome.com. Richard Henderson Richard Henderson, 84, of Ironton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at King’s Daughters Medical Center, Ashland, Ky. The Sacramento, California, native was born February 18, 1928, a son to the late Mont and Nannie (May) Henderson. He is preceded in death by 3304-675-2305 OM MEDIA DI DINNE DINNER N R TH THEATRE, HE HEA EATRE DAY DAYTON, AY YTO OHIO Friday, Nov. 30 0 LACOMEDIA Motorcoach, Luncheon, Production of “It’s A Wonderful Life”, Christmas Shopping at the Outlets. Price per person $95 to Reserve Seat. Dec. 10-13 OPRYLAND HOTEL COUNTRY CHRISTMAS, NASHVILLE, TN Motorcoach, 3 Nights at Opryland Hotel Including the Lorrie Morgan Christmas Dinner-Show, Admission to the arts and crafts show, and the life-sized carved ice exhibit. Reserved seats for the New York City Rockettes Christmas Show, Luncheon/show on the General Jackson Showboat, and tickets to the Grand Ole Opry at the historic Ryman Theatre. A city tour and Christmas shopping rounds out this fabulous get-away. Price per person $850 Quad, $875 Triple, $895 Double and $1095 Single. Deposit $100 per person to reserve seat immediately and final due before Oct. 1. Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A8 Local veterans award scholarship his wife of 66 years, Anna Henderson. Richard was a life long self employed business man. Richard and Anna owned and operated the family meat market and grocery store, Henderson’s Grocery, for eighteen of those years in Waterloo, Ohio. Richard was a member of Arabia Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and fishing. Richard was also a husband, father, brother, grandfather, father in-law and was dearly loved by all his family. In addition to his parents and wife, Richard is preceded in death by a son, Edward Earl Henderson, and a sister, Helen Casto. Richard is survived by Submitted photo a son, Ron (Delores) HenThe Gallia County Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter #709, has awarded a $500 derson of Deering, Ohio; scholarship to Emily Coleman, a 2012 graduate of River Valley High School. Pictured a daughter, Linda (David) are, front row, from left: Larry Marr, chapter president; Emily Coleman; Jim Cozza, chapPope of Patriot, Ohio; a ter treasurer; back row, from left: Richard Hinchman, Nellie Hinchman and Jon Lynch, daughter in-law, Cindy representatives of the scholarship committee; Mike Plymale, director; and Pete SpenHenderson; three grandcer, chapter secretary. children, Pam (Roger) Waugh of Patriot, Rick Henderson of Patriot, Ohio, and Daniello (Roger) Joseph of Ironton; a brother, Earl Henderson of Proctorville, Ohio; two sisters-in-law, Mary (Chuck) Engel of Chillicothe, Ohio, and Sandy (Bob) Powers of Sun City, Florida; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012, at the Tracy Brammer-Monroe Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Henderson officiating. Interment will follow at Slab Fork Cemetery in Pedro, Ohio. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., Sunday, August 19, 2012, at the funeral home. Online condolences may Submitted photo be made to the family by Pictured, from left, are Melanie Hall, Sandy Walker, Stephanie Carroll and Angie Swift from Gallia visiting www.tracybram- County WIC and Cheryl Frazier from Holzer Health System. merfh.com. WIC, Holzer join forces for Breastfeeding Awareness 60344594 OHIO VALLEY — August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month and local breastfeeding advocates are joining together to promote breastfeeding in our rural area. This year’s theme is “The Road to Lifelong Health Begins with Breastfeeding.” On August 23, Holzer Health System and Gallia WIC will be holding “Building Bridges”, an education and networking opportunity for WIC employees and hospital employees. 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Getting breastfeeding off to a good start is key in making sure that mom meets her personal breastfeeding goals and that the Healthy People 2020 goals for breastfeeding are achieved. This highly acclaimed program addresses multiple issues regarding the care and education of the breastfeeding dyad that hospital staff, WIC staff, and community advocates face on a daily basis. It is designed with the following people in mind: all hospital staff, particularly labor, delivery, and mother-baby, NICU nurses, physicians, hospital administrators, WIC staff and peer helpers and community breastfeeding advocates. Gallia WIC is also hosting one future event for Breastfeeding Awareness Month. On Monday, August 20 at 1 p.m. there will be a Scavenger Hunt at Gallia WIC. Everyone is invited to join in the BAM activities. You do not need to be a WIC participant to come. For more information on Building Bridges and/or BAM activities, contact the Gallia County WIC Program at (740) 441-2977. �Sunday Times-Sentinel INSIDE Sports SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2012 mdsports@heartlandpublications.com Yoho takes the lead B4 Wahama wins quad match at Cliffside Staff Report mdsports@heartlandpublications.com GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — The Wahama White Falcon varsity golf team won a quad match Thursday evening at the Cliffside Golf Course. In addition to the White Falcons, South Gallia, Trimble and River Valley participated. The match between Wahama and South Gallia was a TVC match as was the match between South Gallia and Trimble. The final team scores in the play 6, count 4 format were 178 for Wahama, 187 for River Valley, 192 for South Gallia and 199 for Trimble. For the second day in a row, senior Samuel Gordon led the White Falcons in scoring. Samuel’s score of 42 also gave him medalist honors for the day. For the second day in a row, Samuel started his round with a triple bogey, but played pretty well the balance of the round. Michael MacKnight followed Samuel by 2 strokes shooting a 44 for the day. Both Dakota Sisk and Nolan Pierce turned in a score of 46 to account for the scores that counted for the Wahama final tally. Benjamin Foreman and Michael Hendricks also played for the winning team, but their scores of 47 and 49 respectively were not counted. Runner-up River Valley’s best score of the day was a 45 by freshman Logan Sheets. Dan Goodrich and Jacob Gilmore added a pair of 47’s while Jordan Howell turned in a 48 to account for the 4 scores included in the River Valley total. Zach Morris and Jordan Swisher also played for the second place team with their scores not added for the final score. Gus Slone had the best score for the third place South Gallia team, carding a 43. Seth Jarrell and Ethan Swain both shot 46 while Cuyler Mills added a 57 to account for the four counting scores. Kylie Haislop also played for South Gallia, but her score was not included in the team total. Trimble’s leading scorer was Brayton Hazen who shot a 43. Bryce Gutherie added a 50 while Jeff Andrews shot 51 and Cole Shifflet turned in a 55 to give Trimble their final total for the match. The scores of Kyle Russell and Nick Smith were not part of the final team score. Julian H. Gonzalez/Detroit Free Press/MCT photo The Detroit Lions’ Ndamukong Suh forces Cleveland Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden (3) to get rid of the ball for an incompletion in the first quarter in NFL preseason action at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, on Friday, August 10, 2012. Weeden, Browns showing signs of spunk in preseason BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Brandon Weeden won’t let a 2-0 record as Cleveland’s starting quarterback take his breath away. A hard hit to the chest did that. “I feel good,” Weeden said Friday after a brisk walkthrough. So do the Browns, who are brimming with confidence following a 35-10 win Thursday at Green Bay over a team expected to be a Super Bowl contender. Weeden and coach Pat Shurmur both cautioned it’s only the preseason. There is a load of work to do, yet it was evident both are pleased with the progress. “To be able to go into a storied football environment and win a game — it’s a preseason game, I get that — that’s an important thing,” Shurmur said. “I saw a lot of young guys playing fast, playing hard and enjoy- ing the experience.” Still, Shurmur was far from satisfied. “There were a few gimmes in the game or layups so to speak,” he said, “that we didn’t take advantage of.” Fewer dropped passes and better reads by Weeden would have helped, so Shurmur spent half of the light practice working on mistakes. Among those participating after missing the win with injuries were receivers Mohammed Massaquoi and Travis Benjamin. Running back Trent Richardson, picked No. 3 overall, remains out after left knee surgery on Aug. 9. Montario Hardesty started in Richardson’s place and fumbled on the Browns’ first play, leading to a Green Bay touchdown. The Browns (No. 30 in the AP Pro32) and Hardesty Photo by Bryan Walters | Times-Sentinel Ohio Valley Christian freshman goalkeeper Marshall Hood, right, leaps in the air to make a save attempt during the second half of Friday night’s season-opening soccer game against Point Pleasant in Gallipolis, Ohio. Black Knights edge OVCS in season opener, 1-0 Bryan Walters bwalters@heartlandpublications.com Photo by Bryan Walters | Times-Sentinel Point Pleasant senior Tommy Foust, right, launches a shot attempt in front of OVCS defender Josh Blevins (7) during the second half of Friday night’s season-opening soccer game in Gallipolis, Ohio. GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — Persistence pays off. The Point Pleasant boys soccer team outshot host Ohio Valley Christian by a sizable 16-3 advantage, and those extra chances ultimately made the difference during a hard-fought 1-0 decision in the season opener for both clubs. Both the visiting Black Knights (1-0-0) and Defenders (0-1-0) found themselves scoreless at the half, despite PPHS owning an 8-2 shot advantage at the intermission. Point Pleasant, however, finally found paydirt in the 46th minute, as senior Tommy Foust found the net on an unassisted breakaway with 34:16 remaining in regulation. Foust approached the goal from the left side and crossed a shot that hit the opposite post, then the ball spun toward the back of the middle of the net — giving Point the only goal in the contest. The Defenders — who were outshot 8-1 in the second half — almost caught a few breaks down the stretch, but ultimately came up short in their quest for a tying-goal. Point Pleasant did manage to accidentally put one shot on their own goal late, but senior keeper Brady Reymond made that save and three others to preserve the shutout triumph. There were a total of three second-half yellow cards issued, including at least one for each squad. Point claimed a 3-1 edge in corner kicks. Freshman Marshall Hood made 12 saves in net for OVCS during his varsity debut. See WEEDEN‌| page B2 OVP Sports Schedule Monday, Aug. 20 Golf SGHS, Trimble, Southern at Miller, 4:30 GAHS at Logan, 4:30 Wahama at River Valley, 4 p.m. Cross Country GAHS, RVHS at Fairland, 4:30 Tuesday, Aug. 21 Golf Nels-York at Meigs, 4:30 Jackson-Chillicothe at GAHS, 4:30 Wahama, Eastern at Belpre, 3:30 Boys Soccer Point Pleasant at Herbert Hoover, 7 p.m. Grace at OVCS, 5 p.m. Girls Soccer Poca at Point Pleasant, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22 Golf GAHS at Warren, 4:30 Wahama at Waterford, 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23 Golf SGHS, Trimble at Waterford, 4:30 Meigs at Vinton County, 4:30 Ironton at RVHS, 4:30 Southern, Belpre at Eastern, 4:30 Boys Soccer Point Pleasant at Chas. Catholic, 5:30 Girls Soccer Point Pleasant at Huntington St. Joe, 5:30 Photo by Bryan Walters | Times-Sentinel Point Pleasant senior Ryan Bonecutter, middle, clears the ball out of the OVCS attack zone during the first half of Friday night’s season-opening soccer game against Point Pleasant in Gallipolis, Ohio. GA golfers finish 2nd at opening SEOAL match Bryan Walters bwalters@heartlandpublications.com McDERMOTT, Ohio — The Gallia Academy golf program suffered its first Southeastern Ohio Athletic League loss since 2010 Thursday afternoon during the opening league match of the 2012 season at Elks Country Club in Scioto County. The Blue Devils finished second overall with a team score of 164, finishing eight shots off the pace of eventual winner Warren and its tally of 156. GAHS and host Portsmouth both ended the day with matching team marks of 164, but the Blue Devils won the tiebreaker — which is based on the lower fifth-score from each team. Rob Canady led Gallia Academy with 2-over par round of 38, followed by Dares Hamid with 40 and Sean Saltzgaber with 42. Brady Curry rounded out the team score with a 44, while Bruce Moreaux successfully broke the tie with a 46. Zach McKenna paced Warren with an overall runner-up effort of 36, followed by Michael Sams with 39 and Adam Lang with 40. Steve Farley ended the winning team score with a 41, while Reece Patton added a 44. Third-place Portsmouth was led by medalist Brandon Jones with a 1-under par round of 35. Drew Miller (40), Levi Porter (44) and Trent Rodbell See MATCH| page B2 �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B2 Weeden OVP Sports Briefs From Page B1 Stringers needed for 2012 football season GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — Ohio Valley Publishing is currently searching for two individuals that want to be a part of the upcoming 2012 football season in an extra capacity. OVP is looking for a pair of hard-working, self-motivated and football-knowledged people to help cover and write football games in the tri-county area. The stringer job pays $20 per game for 10 games a year. Anyone interested in covering football games should send an email resume to Bryan Walters at bwalters@heartlandpublications.com. OVP currently has stringers for the football squads at both Meigs and Wahama. See BRIEFS ‌| B3 Why Not Mow with the Best Made In The USA? Gravely #1 Since 1916 FLIP - MANNING - BUTCH quickly bounced back. So did Weeden a little later, after getting hit hard by unblocked cornerback Brandian Ross on a blitz. “I was surprised,” Weeden said. “I just lost my breath. I tried to call the next play in the huddle and couldn’t even spit out a word. My offensive line was laughing at me. I was hurting there for a second, but I feel 100 percent healthy.” Defensive back Trevin Wade, taken from the game on a cart, took part in practice, though a few didn’t take the field due to what Shurmur termed “game soreness.” While Weeden’s development continues to be the main focus of training camp, the overall play on defense is a key reason why the Browns are a pre- season 2-0 for the first time since 2005. The Browns have forced six turnovers already. “Our defensive coaches have done a nice job of emphasizing that when the ball is in the air, don’t deflect it, pick it,” Shurmur said. “We’ve recovered fumbles and there’s nothing more devastating than obviously sacking the quarterback or turning the ball over.” Weeden went 12 for 20 passing for 118 yards and did not have a turnover — much better than his 3-for-9 with a fumble and interception in Detroit for his debut. “I got 40 plays in and got into some rhythm,” he said. “My second quarter was better than my first. Everybody was criticizing me for 15 plays (the previous week). I read my Twitter. Some of it is comical.” Weeden said that just as he didn’t get down after the Detroit game, the 28-year-old is not feeling cocky after beating the Packers, either. “Regardless how old I am, it’s still a big jump (from college),” he said. “We’re still trying to get better at the fundamentals, the basics.” Shurmur said Weeden’s progress is obvious, though a good measuring stick will come next Friday against Philadelphia. The Eagles use a similar defensive scheme as the Lions. Weeden will have a chance to show if he has fixed the flaws he had against Detroit’s defense. The other trick to the Eagles game is this: Don’t expect to see a lot on either side, as the two teams will meet again to open the regular season Sept. 9. “You just want to see steady improvement,” Shurmur said. “I think I saw that from him.” Match proud to have sold Gravely Equipment for 35 years From Page B1 GRAVELY TRACTOR SALES & SERVICE 60331941 204 Condor Street, Pomeroy, Ohio Sales - Service - Parts - Pickup & Delivery 740-992-2975 • 740-508-1936 (45) rounded out the team score, and Joe Amburgey shot a 47 as the five-scorer — allowing GAHS to claim a one stroke win in the tiebreaker. Logan was fourth overall with a team score of 167, A B Contracting Modular Home Division Mike Sigler Sales Phone: 304-674-8022 Email: mike@abcontractingwv.com www.abcontractingwv.com 5533 Ohio River Rd., Point Pleasant, WV 25550 while Jackson (179) and Chillicothe (190) rounded out the team standings. On Friday, Portsmouth struck a little revenge during a dual at Cliffside Golf Course in Gallia County. Both teams posted fourman team scores of 173, but the Trojans came up one shot better on the fifth-score — allowing PHS to claim the overall match. Canady led the Blue Devils and all golfers with a 1-over par round of 37 for medalist honors. Hamid and Moreaux were next with matching 43s, while Curry rounded out the regular team score with a 50. Marcus Moore recorded the fifth score with a 51, while Saltzgaber (57) and Logan Rosier (63) also competed in the event. Miller paced PHS with a 38, followed by Jones with a 41. Rodbell and Porter both fired efforts of 47 to round out the scoring, and Tanner Poage shot a 50 to break the tie and capture the win. Amburgey also shot 52 on the day. 60339326 ONLY $179.95!! 312 6th Street, Pt Pleasant, WV 304-675-8989 • M-F 8-5 • Sat 8-12 60340335 740-416-4650 St. Rt. 7, Pomeroy Open All Year! 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Southern OHSAA mandatory meeting RACINE, Ohio — Southern High School will hold its mandatory OHSAA meeting for all parents of students in grades 7-12 participating in fall sports, as required by the state. The meeting will begin promptly at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 20. URG basketball golf scramble RIO GRANDE, Ohio – The annual golf scramble to benefit the basketball programs at the University of Rio Grande is scheduled for Sunday, August 26, with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start at the Franklin Valley Golf Course in Jackson, OH. The event is a four-person scramble format, with an “A” and “B” flight. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first- and second-place finishers in the “A” flight, while gifts will be awarded for the top two finishers in the “B” flight. There is a fee for the event. For reservations, or for more information, contact Ken French at (740) 245-7294 or kfrench@rio. edu. PPJSHS sports passes on sale POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Point Pleasant Junior-Senior High School will be selling All-Sports passes for the upcoming 2012-2013 season. Reserved Seating for the upcoming football season will be on sale at PPJSHS during school hours. AllSports passes are $75 for adults and $50 for both students and Senior Citi- zens. Reserve Seats are $25 apiece. 9th annual Southern Golf Scramble RACINE, Ohio — Southern Local Athletics will host a four-man golf scramble on Saturday, Sept. 15, at Riverside Golf Club in Mason, W.Va. The scramble will be an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. The format is “bring your own” team with only one player under 8 handicap with a total team handicap of 40-orabove. There is a team fee with optional cash pot, skins and mulligans for purchase. Prizes of first, second and third place finishes will be awarded. Additionally prizes for longest putt, longest drive and closest to the pin will be presented. Beverages and food will be provided. To enter or for more information, please contact SHS golf coach Jeff Caldwell at (740) 949-3129. Eastern Fall Season Passes on Sale TUPPERS PLAINS, Ohio — Eastern High School now has season passes on sale for all 2012-13 fall athletic events, and the passes are available for purchase at the main office at EHS from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The following is a list of the passes that are available for purchase. — Senior Passes: A pass must be purchased for the 2012 fall sports season for $20. You must have a Golden Buckeye Card to purchase this pass and you must be a resident of the Eastern Local School District. The pass is good for Junior High and High School Volleyball and Football games at home. — Volleyball Passes: An adult pass may be purchased for the 2012 volleyball season for $45. The pass is good for all Junior High and High School home volleyball games at home. You must be a resident of the Eastern Local Scholl District. — Football Passes: An adult pass may be purchased for the 2012 football season for $30. The pass is good for all Junior High and High School football games at home. You must be a resident of the Eastern Local Scholl District. — Student Passes: A student pass may be purchased for the 2012 fall sports sea- son for $30. The pass is good for all Junior High and High School volleyball and football games at home. You must be a student of the Eastern Local School District to purchase this pass. — Adult Passes: An adult pass may be purchased for the 2012 fall sports season for $75. You must be a resident of the Eastern Local School District to purchase this pass. 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All new customers are subject to a one-time, non-refundable processing fee. �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Point Pleasant golf wins tri-match Alex Hawley ahawley@heartlandpublications.com POMEROY, Ohio — The Point Pleasant golf team took a narrow victory in a tri-match at the Meigs County Golf Course Thursday night over Alexander and host Meigs. The Big Blacks came in with a team score of 177, defeating Alexander (178) by one, and Meigs (189) by 12. PPHS was anchored by a medalist performance by Erik Allbright, who shot a 38. Denver Thomas recorded a 44 for the Black Knights while Kelsey Allbright shot a 46. Jon Rhea rounded out the team score with a 49, while Adam Thomas (53) and Darian Stover (56) also participated for PPHS. Meigs was led by Chris Folmer with a round of 43, followed by Treay McKinney and Taylor Rowe, who each shot 47. Derik Hill rounded out the Marauders scoring with a 52, while David Davis shot a 52 and Braden Spencer shot a 58. Alexander was led by Rhyan Lucas with a round of 40, followed by Bryce Jeffers (45), Dustin Mullins (46) and Brandon Gilden (47). other participants for the Spartans were Dallas Swiney (49) and Blake Lindner (50). The Marauders return to action when they host Tri-Valley Conference Ohio Division foe Nelsonville-York Tuesday. Do we have you attention now? Advertise your business Evans-Moore Insurance Gallipolis • 740-441-1111 Call us at: Yoho takes lead in Riverside Senior League Staff Report mdtnews@mydailytribune.com MASON, W.Va. — Senior league president, Bill Yoho has taken the lead in the second half of the 2012 mens senior league. Yoho’s 100.0 points leads Roger Putney of Point Pleasant by one, while leading Bob Humphreys and Jack Fox by two and a half points. 77 players were on hand for Tuesday’s play, making up 17 four-man teams, and three three-man teams. There was a tie for first place at 11 under par between the team of Bob Oliver, Cliff Rice, Randy Alex Hawley RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. — The Southern and Eastern 60340890 HUNTER FAMILY PRACTICE WE BUY GOLD! Scrap gold jewelry, gold and silver coins and sterling. 207 Fifth Street • Racine Ohio CASH PAID ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Call for an appointment 151 2nd. Ave Gallipolis 740-446-2842 60339315 Marcum Construction 60340759 740-949-2683 Acquisitions Fine Jewelry Kinzel and Phil Burton, and the team of Bob Humphreys, Ed Coon, Toad Phalin, and Dick Dugan. The third best score of the day was a 10 under par 60 shot by the foursome of Jim Mitchell, Pat Williamson, Dave Shinn, and Fred Dailey. Closest to the pin winners were Bob Oliver on the ninth hole and Robert Brooks on the 14th. Bill Yoho leads all golfer with 100.0 points, followed by Roger Putney (99.0), Bob Humphreys (97.5), Jack Fox (97.5), John Williams (97.0), Dale Miller (94.0), Jim Mitchell (94.0), Fred Dailey (93.5), Russ Holland (91.5), Mick Winebrenner (90.5) and Ed Debalski (90.5). Tornadoes top Eastern at Green Hills ahawley@heartlandpublications.com 740.992.2155 or 740.446.2342 Joe Moore & Sarah Evans-Moore Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B4 Golf teams began Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division play Thursday with a dual match at Green Hills Golf Club. The Tornadoes took the 186-208 victory on their home course. Southern’s Cole Graham earned medalist honors after shooting a round of 43. Adam Pape was the next lowest round for the Tornadoes with a 45, followed by Trenton Cook with a 48. Bradley McCoy recorded a 50 to round out the SHS team score. Also posting scores for SHS were Jacob Hoback with a 50 and Ryan Schenkelberg with a 52. David Warner’s round of 45 was the lowest for the Eagles on the day, followed by Kyle Young with a 52. Derick Powell recorded a 53 for EHS while Kack Kuhn rounded out the team total with a 58. Also scoring for the Eagles were Dustin Frost with a 59 and Tyler Hensley with a 60. The Tornadoes return to action Monday when they play a TVC Hocking quadmatch at Forrest Hills. Trimble, Miller, and South Gallia will also be competing. Eastern plays host to Federal Hocking and Waterford Monday at Oxbow for a TVC Hocking tri-match. Come on over to Bob’s... Fresh Summertime Produce and General Contracting Two Convenient Locations 1 Jenkins Lane, Gallipolis OH (740)446-1711 Mike W. 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Cat’s Meow Middleport Pool Meigs High / Meigs Jr. High Meigs High School $20.00 Dec 1 Christmas in the Village Christmas Market 10-6 Parade – 4:30 Music & Free Carriage Rides 2-5 Oct 20 Pumpkinport Festival 1pm–4pm FREE-FREE-FREE Family Entertainment Middleport Church of Christ Family Life Center Aluminum Roof Coating 782-542 Middleport Community Association Nov 5 Silpada Party 7–8:30 Dave Diles Park 4.75 Gal Elastomeric 5 Year Warranty White O’Dell True Value Lumber 60346011 60346015 Not Affiliated with Mike Marcum Roofing & Remodeling Meetings 1st Tuesday of the Month Middleport Village Hall • Serving Middleport with Pride. You’re Welcome To Join Us! For more info go to www.village.middleport.oh.us • Click on Middleport Community Association Link or Contact Debbie Gerlach @ 740-992-5877 �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B5 What is a soil and water conservation district? Jim Freeman In The Open As the wildlife specialist for the Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District I am occasionally asked by people, “just what is a soil and water conservation district?” People are occasionally confused, for instance barely a week passes that I don’t get a phone call from someone wanting their water turned back on, or wanting to complain about their bill. For the record, we aren’t the water company. By definition a conservation district is a local unit of government required by state law to carry out natural resource management programs, specifically soil and water resources. Districts work with landowners and operators who are willing to help them protect these precious resources. The key word is “conservation,” which refers to the wise use of our natural resources. For instance, the mission of the Meigs SWCD is to “provide assistance for the wise use of our natural resources for present and future generations.” If you are reading this somewhere in the Unit- ed States, odds are very good that you are served by an SWCD. There are at least 3,000 conservation districts nationwide, according the National Association of Conservation District. Districts came about largely as a result of the “Dust Bowl” of the 1930s, when a sustained drought and subsequent windstorms took countless millions of tons of precious topsoil. Here in Ohio, there are 88 SWCDs, one per county, with each of those being governed by a five-member elected board of supervisors. Just as no two counties are the same, neither are any two SWCDs. Each district reflects its unique area, geography and characteristics. Urban counties may have “urban technicians” that deal with planning and development issues concerning storm water runoff or other issues; areas with large numbers of animal farms commonly have manure specialists (yes, for real) who assist producers in developing manure management plans. Counties in northern and northwest Ohio generally have ditch maintenance technicians or specialists who work on maintaining and protecting the drainage that makes ag- riculture possible in those areas. Forestry technicians are scattered throughout eastern and southeastern Ohio while wildlife specialists, who assist landowners and producers with wildlife-related issues, can be found throughout the state. Many SWCD employees are “slashies,” meaning they have at least two job titles separated by a slash, i.e. wildlife/watershed specialist or forestry/wildlife. Of course there is the catch-all phrase: “All other duties as assigned.” Most districts have equipment that they rent to farmers or other landowners; equipment that is designed to protect topsoil as well as protecting streams and waterways from sediment resulting from soil erosion. Equipment such as no-till drills (designed to plant grasses, legumes and grains without disturbing pro- tective ground cover), tree planters and lime spreaders are common among districts. Districts also hold educational programs for schoolage children, usually in their classrooms, and for adults as well. Many people are more familiar with the districts through their annual tree sales or other activities. In Meigs County, the district oversees the day-today operation of the county’s recycling program, and owns and maintains the 174-acre Conservation Area in Rutland Township. District staff often works hand-in-hand with conservationists and other employees working for the United States Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA - Farm Service Agency, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Soil and Water Resources and other state agencies including the Division of Mineral Resources Management, Division and Wildlife and others. As indicated before, Gallia and Meigs counties have their own district, while the Western Conservation District headquartered in Point Pleasant serves Mason, Jackson and Putnam counties in West Virginia. Wherever the location, the emphasis is on assisting private landowners. Supervisors serving these districts are volunteers, elected by people in their districts. The people who work for the districts are generally your friends and neighbors. In short, you, your friends and your neighbors are the SWCD. 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Turn at Baum addition then follow auction signs. “Household” Table & 4 chairs, Bed, Maytag washer & dryer, chest of drawers, square table, couch, love seat, rocking chair, misc. chairs, lamps and more. “Antiques or Collectable Items” Church Pew, Smoking Stand, sewing rocker, child’s ironing board, copper was boiler, round stand, hall tree, school desks, crocks, pink vase USA, Mink Stole, Ruby Pitcher, 8 glasses and Bowl, Lots of Costume Jewelry, 1970 Fenton Christmas Plates, Pink candy dish, Stone Jug and Misc. dishes. “Misc” DURST Construction LLC W.V. License # 022512 Metal Roofing, Siding, Windows, Decks, Garages, Room Additions, Electrical 304-674-4637 60345663 Notices NOTICE OHIO VALLEY PUBLISHING CO. recommends that you do business with people you know, and NOT to send money through the mail until you have investigating the offering. Ag Appreciation Day at UPIGallipolis, OH, Sat., Sept. 8, 37 p.m., cook-out and Curt Pate will demonstrate cattle handling, call 740-446-9696 for details, 357 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH. United Producers is a market-leading provider of livestock marketing, credit and risk management services. Giveaway Wooden Pallets. 825 3rd Ave @ the Gallipolis Tribune. Pictures that have been placed in ads at the Gallipolis Daily Tribune must be picked within 30 days. Any pictures that are not picked up will be discarded. FREE STNA CLASSES! Are you interested in becoming a State Tested Nursing Assistant? Holzer Senior Care Is currently taking applications for free STNA Classes. Pets FREE KITTENS: rescues, 6 wks, 1 Bobtail, 1 brown/ yellow tiger stripe. 740-949-3408 FREE to good home, German Shepard & Collie mix, 3 yrs old, in fence or house only. 740-949-1016 GIVEAWAY to a Good Home German Shephard / Chow mixed puppies. Call 645-4788 To a Good Home 3 - All Black Kittens - Litter trained - Indoor Only - Call 446-3897 or 4461282 AGRICULTURE Garden & Produce Pick Your Own canning Tomatoes & Peppers. $5 bucket. Bring your own containers or buy ours for $1 each. Patriot Produce, 62 Village St. Patriot, OH 45658. Watch for canning Tomato signs, across from Patriot Metals, CLOSED SUNDAY'S MERCHANDISE 400 APPLIANCES Free Electric Range, Good Condition, no cord. Call 304675-6578 Miscellaneous Jet Aeration Motors repaired, new & rebuilt in stock. Call Ron Evans 1-800-537-9528 Want To Buy Want to buy Junk Cars, Call 740-388-0884 Auctions ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012 ~ 11:00 AM LOCATION: 679 Valley Drive Apple Grove, WV For more information or to pick up an application, please contact: Help Wanted- General Auctions 2.28 beautiful surveyed acres of flat meadow with fruit trees and young shade trees. Approximately 150’ road frontage on “Valley Drive” Approximately 150’ frontage on large creek (16 Mile Creek). Some personal property that is part of the Estate of Donna Maxine Nance, deceased, will also be sold. (Frances A. Cox, Executrix) 1992 Townsend - 14x60 Mobile Home SEE WEDNESDAY’S PAPER FOR FULL LISTING LARGE COUNTRY PUBLIC AUCTION Position Available Mr. BEN H. EWING will relocate, therefore selling Antiques & Personal Property form his Meigs County “Ewing Family Farm”. 4144 Keebaugh Follrod Rd, POMEROY, OHIO. Keebaugh-Follrod Rd. located between Tuppers Plains & Darwin, Ohio (U.S. Rt. 33) off State Route 681. From Tuppers Plains take S.R. 681West (abt 6 miles) to Kebaugh-Follord Rd., 1-mile to farm. Field parking. Auction Conducted By: Top Line Properties, LLC Owner - Robert C. Miller Positive ID Refreshments by Carmel-Sutton Church Auctioneer Dan Smith Ohio #13449 “Not responsible for accidents or loss of property” Missy Hamilton 740.441.3301 60339651 60346590 Applications are being accepted for the following position: Assistant Dog Warden - Clerical 304-593-5280 Licensed and Bonded in West Virginia. Auctioneer License Information: 1510 60346405 Grill, Murry mower, wheelbarrow, Fan, Long Sugar Baskets, Storage cabinets, Large Picture, Ex. Bike & office chair. Cash SERVICE / BUSINESS DIRECTORY Help Wanted- General SATURDAY, AUGUST 25, 2012 @ 10:00AM SUMMARY: This position is under general supervision from Dog Warden. Assumes responsibility and operation of the office, performing a variety of clerical, data entry, and bookkeeping. Receives and processes mail, receives and responds to telephone complaints. Oversees adoptions, rescues and volunteer staff. Patrols county and enforces statutes governing licensing and regulation of dogs with owners, files dog licenses; maintains shelter, animals, and conditions; maintains daily logs and forms. Performs related on-call duties; assuming responsibility for field operations in the absence of the Dog Warden including euthanasia, animal care and control. QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduate; ability to calculate fractions, decimals and percentages and to read and write common vocabulary plus: Must have management experience; Computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel & Word; training in Ohio’s statutes regarding ORC 955 (or related experience); Experienced in caring for and handling of healthy and diseased animals; one (1) course in public relations or related experience; training and work experience that demonstrates an advanced knowledge of state and local dog control and humane laws. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Valid Ohio driver’s license; knowledge of operation and care of firearms, ability to meet bonding requirements; must have or be able to obtain Euthanasia certification; must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the County’s vehicle insurance policy. Applications can be picked up at the Gallia County Commissioners Office Monday – Friday 8-4pm or http://www.gallianet.net/job_openings.htm Application Deadline: 4 p.m. – August 31st, 2012 60345343 POTTERY & STONEWARE: Weller 10¾” Hudson “Water Lily” vase artist signed England (Dorothy England), Weller Woodcraft Squirrel nut bowlfire crack, decorated 2gal Williams & Reppert Jar, J.A, Franz “Groceries & Liquors Pomeroy Ohio” 1-gal jug, 3-Donaghho wax sealers, 18-various color & size stone mixing bowls. Excellent pair of large Staffordshire type 17” Comforter Collie Dogs-white w/red spots, pair Staffordshire type 7½” white/black Spaniel Dogs w/flower basket. Abt 80pcs WATT POTTERY: Such patterns as Rooster, Pastel Blue Rooster creamer, Dutch Tulip, Tulip, Hourglass Apple advertising salt/peppers, Bull’s-eye, Starflower, Rose Pansy, Pansy, Tear Drop, Open Apple, many configurations. OTHER POTTERY: McCoy Mammy cookie jar in solid blue/green color, white Hull & McCoy items, Roseville Water Lily vase, few black salt/peppers, Ransbottom decorated spaghetti bowl, Shawnee Cornware casseroles & pitchers, lots more…..FURNITURE: Nice oak 2pc dry sink kitchen cupboard w/pull out noodle board, nice oak Hoosier cabinet w/flour bin, small meat block, oak curved glass secretary, oak jelly cupboard, small pine cupbd w/raised panel door, 50s Chippendale tall chest w/shell carvings, Vict oak dresser, more furniture…..GLASS & CHINA: Cut lead crystal glass, flashed ruby, Bohemian, 18-lady head vases, over 40pcs Fostoria American, set T.S.T. Red Rim & Rose china, 14-turkey platters, 35-cow creamers, lots more….. PRIMITIVES & ANTIQUES: Beautiful Art Nouveau 6-Panel Slag Glass & Filigree Table Lamp. Large wooden dough bowls, wooden “Wheat” butter mold, early Love Apple Quilt, open country shelf, DeLaval Milker porcelain sign, lard kettle, needlepoint fire screen, early Pomeroy, Ohio Advertising includes Finsterwald Undertaking thermom, Pomeroy souvenir plates, Henry Koehler Pomeroy soda bottle, Longaberger baskets & pottery. lots more…..Good Selection of MODERN FURNISHINGS & ACCESSORIES: Late model side-by-side Kenmore refrigerator, Frigidaire electronic ignition gas range, assorted modern furniture, decorating accessories, desks, exercise machines, Kitchen-Aid cookware, soft goods, lots more. FARM Items: Dual wheel horse sulky, several feed bunks & hay rings, 3pt tractor platform & forks, sheep grooming stands, dump bed garden trailer, 3pt tractor platform & forks, bailer other items. Terms: Cash or good check auction day. NO Buyers Fee. Positive Id. Food. 24 Hour Security on Farm. AUCTIONEERS: OTTIE OPPERMAN & CHRIS COLLINS Ottie: 740-385-7195. See Auction Flyer & Pictures: www.opperman-auctions.com or Auction Zip #12726 60345388 Needed Immediately! Registered Nurses STNA Holzer Senior Care is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Registered Nurses and STN’A. Rn’s must be licensed in the State of Ohio. Nursing Assistants must be state tested. Previous experience in long term care preffered. We offer excellent salary and benefits! If interested please contact: Human Resources 740.441.3301 Or 740.446.5105 EEO/ADA Employer 60339629 �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Want To Buy Absolute Top Dollar - silver/gold coins, any 10K/14K/18K gold jewelry, dental gold, pre 1935 US currency, proof/mint sets, diamonds, MTS Coin Shop. 151 2nd Avenue, Gallipolis. 446-2842 Yard Sale Yard Sale @ 4867 St Rt. 850 (Bidwell) 9am to ? - Aug 20th thru to the 25th. Lots of Everything. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES Motorcycles Must sell '05 Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom. 6000mi. 304-882-8278 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis REAL ESTATE SALES Cemetery Plots For Sale 1 space In the Chapel Mausoleum at Meigs Memory Gardens For more info 740-992-4025 For Sale By Owner 1979 Mobile Home 3 BR 1 bath $4,000.00 Call 740-3393226 Must Be Moved 1999-14x70 Mobile Home by Oakwood for Sale Has to be moved Asking $13,000 OBO contact 740-414-0664 Houses For Sale 600 LAND FOR SALE 1-Acre Private Lot Located on Echard Rd. Mason Co. W.VA. 304-593-0859 Gallia Co. Kyger – 16 acres $16,500 or Rocklick - 14 acres water + septic $31,500 . Meigs Co. Dyesville 35 acres $32,900 or Reedsville 20 acres $26,900. More @ www.brunerland.com or call 740-441-1492, we gladly finance! REAL ESTATE RENTALS Apartments/Townhouses 1 & 2 bedroom apartments & houses, No pets, 740-992-2218 Want To Buy 5 room & bath home, 2 closedin porches,(1 can be used as a family room), Laundry room, Cen AC, new LP gas furnace, situated on 1 acre, 44080 Yost Rd, Racine, OH. 740-508-1936 Oiler's Towing now buying Junk Cars Paying $1.00 to $700.00 388-0011 or 441-7870 Kelly Lane, Gallipolis Ferry. 3BR, 1B, 1 garg., Breezeway. Full Bsmnt on a lg flat lot. Call 304-675-3939. 2 & 3 BR apts, $385 & up, sec dep $300 & up AC, W/D hookup tenant pays elec, EHO Ellm View Apts 304-882-3017 AUTOMOTIVE RENTALS AVAILABLE! 2 BR townhouse apartments, also renting 2 & 3BR houses. Call 441-1111. Apts - Racine, Ohio. Furnished - $450 & Up w/s/g incl. No Pets 740-591-5174 Middleport, 1 & 2 BR furn apts, some with utilities paid. No pets. Dep & ref. 740-992-0165 New Haven, 1 BR, stove, fridge, washer, dryer & some furn. No pets. Dep & ref. 740992-0165 1-Bedroom Apartment Ph : 446 -0390 Auctions PUBLIC AUCTION Saturday, August 25 – 10:00 a.m. 11325 Dowler Ridge, New Marshfield, OH DIRECTIONS: Route 56 West from Athens 7 miles, turn right on Rt. 691 North, go 2 miles, turn west on Athens County 3-Dowler Ridge, approximately 2 miles to long lane4 on left, watch for signs. For complete detail listing, go to our web site: www.shamrock-auctions.com with photos or call for a direct mailing of the flyer. GUNS: Remington 1100-12 gauge shotgun Competition Trap Model, Ithaca Model 600-12 gauge shotgun over/under barrel trap, Remington 1100-20 gauge shotgun deer barrel, Ruger 22 Rife w/scope, Marlin 22 Rifle, Marlin 177 rifle w/scope, Thompson Center 50 cal. Muzzle loader, 50 cal. Muzzle loader, handmade oak gun cabinet, TRACTORS & EQUIPMENT: Ferguson 35 Tractor (diesel), Ford 8N Tractor, Husqvarna LGT2554 Riding Mower w/200 hours-2 yrs. Old, and other equipment. TOOLS: Hobart gas Onan Welder/8000 watt Generator-new/never used, and other tools. BOAT, TRAILER & CAMPER: 1993 Stratus 17 ft. Bass Boat fully equipped w/trailer, and boat motors, Old Town Discovery 17 ft. Canoe w/oars, Coleman 13x13-3 room tent, 1972 Air Stream Sovereign 32 ft. Camper-excellent condition, TERMS: Payment by Credit Card, Cash or Check w/positive I.D. Checks over $1000 must have bank authorization of funds available. All sales are final. Food will be available. OWNER: Fred Slater SHERIDAN’S SHAMROCK AUCTION SERVICE, LLC WEB: www.shamrock-auctions.com AUCTIONEERS: John Patrick “Pat” Sheridan Kerry Sheridan-Boyd, Mike Boyd Email: ShamrockAuction@aol.com PH: 740-592-4310 or 800-419-9122 Apartments/Townhouses 2 BR apt. 6 mi from Holzer. $450 + dep. Some utilities pd. 740-794-1173 or 740-9886130 RENT SPECIALS Jordan Landing Apts-2, 3 & 4 BR units avail. Rent plus dep & elec. Minorities encouraged to apply. No pets 304-674-0023 304-444-4268 Twin Rivers Tower is accepting applications for waiting list for HUD subsidized, 1-BR apartment for the elderly/disabled, call 304-675-6679 Houses For Rent 1 BR & 4 BR, NO PETS, Syracuse, OH. 304-675-5332 or 740-591-0265 1BR House on ST RT 218, 7 miles from Gallipolis. 740-6455264 Harrisonville ,OH area, immaculate, 3BR, 2 BA, HC access, back-up generator, storage shed, concrete parking, water & trash pd by owner, 1 yr lease, $700 mo plus dep, call for app 740-5088155, leave mess MANUFACTURED HOUSING 60345946 Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B7 Rentals Education 2 Br mobile home - w/ deck $400 mo. & Dep. - 3 min. from Walmart - NO PETS - 740-367 -7760 VACANCY : Vocational Special Education Coordinator. Valid Ohio certificate/license or licensable in Intervention Specialist, T.T.W. VOSE Coordinator. CONTACT : Gallia-Jackson-Vinton JVSD (740)245-5334, ext 256. Email: mrankin@buckeyehills.net. EEO Food Services Little Caesers Pizza Now Taking applications for management and crew Apply at our Gallipolis,Point Pleasant or Jackson location or email resume to lcjobs@goodwinfamilyfoods.com Sales Repo's Available 740)446-3570 Call EMPLOYMENT Accounting / Financial A local Company serving Athens and Meigs County is currently accepting applications for the position of Accounting Clerk. This is a full time position with an excellent benefit package. This includes Retirement (OPERS), vacation, personal time, sick time & healthcare package. The working hours are Monday – Friday, day shift only. It is preferred, but not required that applicant be skilled in Peachtree Accounting program as well as Microsoft Word & Excel. Must be a quick learner in a fast paced office and work well with the public. A degree in Accounting is highly recommended, but will consider applicants with at least 10 years of working experience in accounting. Please send resume in care of The Daily Sentinel, P.O. Box 729815, Pomeroy, OH 45769 Drivers & Delivery R & J Trucking in Marietta, OH is hiring CDL A Drivers for local & Regional Routes. Applicants must be at least 23 yrs have min of 2 yr of commercial driving exp. Clean MVR, Haz-mat Cert. Excellent health & dental insurance, 401(K), Vacation, Bonus pays and safety awards. Contact Kenton at 1-800-462-9365 E.O.E. Education VACANCY : Business & Office Education Instructor. Valid Ohio certificate/license in Career-Technical Integrated Business or Vocational Business Education Comprehensive. Contact: GalliaJackson-Vinton JVSD (740245-5334, ext 256. Email : mrankin@buckeyehills.net.EE O Help Wanted- General IMMEDIATE OPENING District Circulation Sale Manager Responsibilities include recruiting and training Carriers, Customer Service and Meeting Sales goals. If you have a positive attitude, are selfstarter, and a team player, we would like to talk to you. Must be dependable and have reliable transportation. Position offers all company benefits including Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Vacation, and Personal Days. Please send resume to: Sammy Lopez Gallipolis Daily Tribune 825 Third Ave. PO Box 469 Gallipolis OH 45631 Or email to slopez@heartlandpublications. com Looking for exp carpenters in roofing timbers & framing. Send responses to: P.O. Box 1124, Gallipolis, OH 45631 Medical Valley Health is looking for a FT LPN for its Point Pleasant offices. The successful candidate must be energetic and possess the ability to work as part of the team to provide quality patient care. Great schedule! Great benefits! Current WV nursing licensure is required. Apply on the web at www.valleyhealth.org or send resumes to: LPN 2585 Third Ave., Htgn, WV 25703 EOE �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B8 AP Sports Briefs West Virginia honors late coach with plaque MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s athletic department has dedicated a plaque to late football coach Bill Stewart. A brief, private ceremony was held Friday at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown. Among those in attendance were athletic director Oliver Luck, coaches, current players recruited by Stewart and friends of Stewart, who died of a heart attack in May at age 59. The gold-and-blue plaque reads: “Bill Stewart. A True Mountaineer. Leave No Doubt.” Stewart coached the Mountaineers from 2008 to 2010. The plaque is on a wall in the stadium concourse underneath the press box. Magistrate: Dunn not guilty of disorderly conduct ALLIANCE, Ohio (AP) — A magistrate in northeast Ohio has found Ohio State running back Bri’onte Dunn not guilty of a disorderly conduct charge. The Canton Repository reports Municipal Court Magistrate Jean Madden acquitted the 19-year-old Dunn after a bench trial Friday. Dunn and three other witnesses testified. The minor misdemeanor charge stems from a traffic stop in late July, when police found marijuana and drug paraphernalia in the car Dunn was driving. A police report says he nearly hit a patrol car. Dunn pleaded innocent in early August. Dunn is an incoming freshman who was a star back at Canton’s GlenOak High School. Martin wins pole at MIS, his 4th of season BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) — Mark Martin has won the pole for the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway. Martin posted the top qualifying speed Friday of 199.706 mph on the track’s still-new surface. Carl Edwards was second, followed by points leader Jimmie Johnson. It’s the fourth pole of the year for the 53-year-old Martin, who is making only his 15th Cup start this season. It’s the 55th pole of his career. The track at MIS was repaved in the offseason, and Marcos Ambrose qualified for the race there in June at 203.241 mph, the first time since 1987 the 200 mph mark was broken during Sprint Cup qualifying. NASCAR altered left-side tires for the race that weekend, and cars slowed down. NT Hampton, RB Mendenhall activated by Steelers LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Before they broke camp at St. Vincent College Friday, the Steelers made a surprise move in activating nose tackle Casey Hampton and running back Rashard Mendenhall from the physically unable to perform list. Each veteran has been rehabilitating a torn ACL sustained in January. Mendenhall’s right knee was injured in the Jan. 1 regular-season finale at Cleveland, while Hampton’s left knee ligament was torn in the Jan. 8 playoff loss at Denver. “It’s a great feeling to have everybody coming back,” said defensive lineman Steve McLendon, who was taking Hampton’s spot with the first-team defense. The Mendenhall move was particularly unexpected because the stress placed on the knee by lateral cuts typical of a running back usually results in a longer recovery time. General manager Kevin Colbert has publicly suggested, on numerous occasions, that Mendenhall would begin the regular season on the PUP list. But the former first-round pick has repeatedly said his rehabilitation was on schedule and that he was progressing well. That must have made the team reconsider. “I’ve been talking to him, and he’s been saying he’s been feeling good,” running back Isaac Redman said. “He’s been cutting and running at full speed, Sam Riche/MCT photo so it’s just a process with him coming in Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rashard Mendenhall (34) live now and being able to take hits.” heads upfield in the second half of their game on Sunday, SepThroughout camp, both Mendenhall tember 25, 2011, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Steelers won 23-20. and Hampton — as well as coach Mike Contact Us Today! Tomlin — were vague when talking about timetables. Neither player will practice before Tuesday in Pittsburgh at the team facility. The Steelers (No. 7 in AP Pro32) host Indianapolis Sunday. Redman is the alternative to fill in as the Steelers’ featured back if Mendenhall is not able to play. But Redman has been dealing with a groin injury that required an MRI examination Thursday. Redman did not practice Friday and will not play Sunday. He said he is hopeful to return to practice next week. With Mendenhall out, Redman was one of a slew of injuries to Pittsburgh’s other running backs. Jonathan Dwyer sustained a shoulder injury in a preseason loss at Philadelphia last week and did not return to full practice status until Thursday. Reserve John Clay was knocked out for the season with a quad injury sustained during Sunday’s practice, and fullback/tight end David Johnson sustained a torn ACL of his own against the Eagles. “We’re hurting right now,” Redman said. “And we’re a better team with Rashard out here, so we’re excited to get him back.” Among the team’s running backs, only Baron Batch, rookie Chris Rainey and fullback Will Johnson have made it through camp unscathed. None has played in an NFL regular-season game. The Steelers want to give Mendenhall — and Hampton — every opportunity to be ready for the Sept. 9 opener at Denver. If they stayed on the PUP list through the beginning of the regular season, they would have been required to sit out six weeks. The risk is that each will take up a roster spot that could have been saved for a replacement, should they not return to action. With Mendenhall being a former 1,273-yard rusher and Hampton a fivetime Pro Bowler, that was a chance the Steelers were willing to take. “Casey is going to make our team go to that next level where we really want to go,” nose tackle Steve McLendon said. “Casey is like a dominant threat in the middle.” McLendon was having an eye-opening camp and the Steelers were confident in his ability to fill in if need be. But Hampton, who will be 35 by opening day, has been a consistently reliable presence for more than a decade in Dick LeBeau’s defense. “It’s just a matter of when I feel like I can get out there and go,” Hampton said last week, “I’m going to be ready to go.” Hampton has come back from a torn ACL twice before. In 1997 while at the University of Texas, he also injured his left knee. Seven years later with the Steelers, Hampton tore his ACL in a Week 6 game at Dallas, ending his season. Mendenhall hasn’t had to come back from the injury before, prompting Hampton to predict Mendenhall will be tentative when he first takes to a live practice field. “That’s how I was when I tore mine (the first time), too,” Hampton said. “That’s just what it is because you’ve just never had it before” Athens: 1-740-594-6632 Free Estimates - Fully Insured 740-985-4141 - 740-416-1834 Marcum Construction Monday - Thursday • 9am-7pm / Friday 9am-6pm / Saturday 9am-5pm Closed Sunday And General Contracting Mike W. Marcum - Owner Commercial & Residential Interior & Exterior General Remodeling ~ 30 Years Experience • Home Repairs • Additions Specialist in storm • Roofing damage repairs • Garages • Pole & Horse Barns • Foundations *Not Affiliated with Mike Marcum Roofing & Remodeling Taylor Dealerships is a team of stores in Athens, Ohio. We treat the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. We know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each and every time. Allow us to demonstrate our commitment to excellence! Our experienced sales staff is eager to share its knowledge and enthusiasm with you. We encourage you to browse our online inventory, schedule a test drive and investigate financing options. You can also request more information about a vehicle using our online form or by calling . 250 N. Columbus Road • Athens • OH • 45701 www.visittaylor.com �Along the River Sunday Times-Sentinel SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2012 C1 Photos by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel AT LEFT, Selected for “Above and Beyond” awards in Meigs County’s Girl Scouting, were from the left, Abigal Houser, senior cadette, and Rachel Brooks and Abby Causey, senior cadettes. Unable to attend was Lindsey Putman, senior cadette. CENTER, Elizabeth Nease, front, was the recipient of the clock trophy for her quilting project at the Ohio State Fair. Those winning Outstanding of the Day were from the left, were Marissa Brooker, Caitlyn Carr, and Sarah Lawrence. AT RIGHT, Shannon Brown, left, was the recipient of the Rachael Downie 4-H Scholarship, with Benjamin Tillis and Brenna Holter receiving the 4-H Committee Scholarships of $250 each. Photos by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel AT LEFT, The 2012 Ohio Valley Bank scholarship totaling $2,000 was presented to Kayte Lawrence (fourth from left) by Dan Short, Pomeroy bank manager. Other recipients still receiving payouts of $500 a year on their scholarships are from the left, Tina Drake, Samuel Evans, and Jonathan Barrett, with Tony Staley, an Ohio Valley Bank representative, at the right. AT RIGHT, Plaques were presented to nominees for state awards including front, Addie McDaniel, Ohio 4-H Fashion Revue; and left to right back, Brenna Holter, Lloyd and Doris Roby 4-H Clothing Award; Sarah Lawrence, Senior Master Clothing Award; Katie Keller, State Fashion Board; and Laura Pullins, Junior Clothing Award Youth Recognition Day — a fair highlight Charlene Hoeflich choeflich@mydailysentinel.com POMEROY — Friday was a day of recognition for youth at the Meigs County Fair and the bleachers in the new Ridenour Family Livestock Arena were filled with family members and friends there to applaud their accomplishments. Their achievements for diligence in growing and sewing, tending to their animals, developing a wide range of home and outdoor skills, and yes, even learning the importance and the joy of community service, were rewarded at the recognition program with scholarships, gifts, plaques and certificates. It was a happy time for not only those receiving recognition and their parents but also their volunteer adult leaders who dedicate their time and talent toward the development of Meigs County’s youth. Recognized as this year’s “Volunteer of the Year” was Patty Cook, who has been involved in 4-H for 29 years. She was the recipient of the Pauline Atkins award presented by Mrs. Atkins’ daughter, Sharon Jewell. Michelle Stumbo, Meigs County’s new 4-H educator at the Meigs County Extension office, and Tina Drake, the new junior fair coordinator, were introduced and spoke briefly before the 4-H style revue which opened the program. Recognition was given to Abigail Houser, delegate to the State Fashion Board; Katie Keller, Meigs County’s nominee for state fashion board; and nominees, Laura Pullins and Sarah Lawrence, master clothing awards; Addie McDaniel, state 4-H fashion revue nominee; and Brenna Holter, the Lloyd and Doris Roby 4-H clothing award. Also recognized were Elizabeth Nease who received the clock trophy at the Ohio State Fair for her project in quilting, and Marissa Brooker, Caitlyn Carr, Sarah Lawrence, and Andrea McGrath who were named “Outstanding the the Day” at the State Fair in recognition of project presentations. This year’s scholarship of $2,000 awarded annually by the Ohio Valley Bank and paid out at $500 a year for four years was presented to an outstanding 4-H member, Kayte Lawrence, daughter of Timothy and Kenda Lawrence of Pomeroy, by Dan Short, manager of the Pomeroy OVB Branch. She will be attending the University of Rio Grande to major in business management. Past recipients who are still receiving Ohio Valley Bank annual payouts on their scholarships were present at the recognition and presented checks. They are Jonathan Barrett, 2011, a student at the University of Rio Grande, Samuel Evans, 2010, who attends Hocking Community College, and Tina Drake, 2009, who attends The Ohio State University. Short noted that a total of 187 4-H members have shared in $370,000 in college assistance from the Ohio Valley Bank. Other awards included 4-H committee scholarships of $250 each which went to Brenna Holter and Benjamin Tillis, with the Rachael Downie 4-H Scholarship going to Shannon Brown. Recipient of the $500 Leland Parker Scholarship presented by Jim and Margaret Parker was Brenna Holter. Again this year Carpenter’s Local 650 recognized the accomplishments of woodworking students. Jeff Circle, president of Carpenters Local 650, was there to reward the young people with gifts ranging from measuring tapes and small tools for reserve champions and those receiving honorable mention in the categories of judging, to large well-filled tool boxes for the grand champions. The awards in “Mea- suring Up” were Easter Swain, grand champion, and Addie McDaniel, reserve champion, with honorable mentions going to Ciera Older, Kelsey Kimes, and Michael Kesterson. In”Making the Cut” the grand champion was Clayton Ritchie, while in “Finishing Up” Kristin Fick was the grand champion. Girl Scouts were recognized and presented awards for their badge work, success in the cookie selling campaign, and community service. Given special recognition for their “Above and Beyond” work in the scouting program were Rachel Brooks and Abby Causey, cadettes, and Abbie Houser and Lindsey Putman, senior scouts. The 4-H leadership awards went to Brenna Holter, Kayte Lawrence, Photo by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel Sarah Lawrence, Kayla Jeff Circle, Carpenters Union Local 650, recognizes from the left, Tripp, Abigail Houser, Michael Kesterson, Kelsey Kimes, and Addie McDaniel, for their Mallory McIntyre, and woodworking projects. Other receiving awards but not present were Easter Swain, Ciera Older, Clayton Ritchie and Kristin Fick. See FAIR ‌| C2 Gifts ranged from small tools to large well-filled tool boxes. Photo by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel The names of 4-H members to serve on the 2013 Fashion Board were left to right, front, Katlyn Barber, Elizabeth Nease, and Mallory McIntyre, and back, Brenna Holter, Abigail Houser, Sarah Lawrence, Katie Keller, Laura Pullins, and Kari Arnold. �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Livestock Report GALLIPOLIS — United Producers, Inc., livestock report of sales from August 17, 2012. Feeder Cattle 275-415 pounds, Steers, $110-$164, Heifers, $110-$145; 425-525 pounds, Steers, $110-$162, Heifers, $110-$140; 550-625 pounds, Steers, $110$148, Heifers, $105-$135; 650-725 pounds, Steers, $105-$134, Heifers, $100-$125; 750-850 pounds, Steers, $100-$125, Heifers, $90-$120. Cows Well Muscled/Fleshed, $80-$93; Medium/Lean, $72-$79; Thin/Light, $57.75-$71; Bulls, $75$105.50. Back to Farm Bred Cows, $700-$950; Bulls, $875-$1,200; Goats, $45-$177.50; Lambs, $75-$150. Upcoming Specials 8/22/12 —10 head cows/calves, 4-6 year old black, gray, red calves. Direct sales and free on-farm visits. Contact Dewayne at (740) 339-0241, Stacy at (304) 634-0224, Luke at (740) 645-3697, or Mark at (740) 645-5708, or visit the website at www. uproducers.com. Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C2 Money Matters Dog Days Stan Evans The scheduled possible catalysts for the market have come and gone, giving the market a modest upward bias, but we now appear to be firmly in the dog days of summer. Low volume and little conviction may dominate through Labor Day but investors need to stay vigilant and now is a good time to prepare for the potential fireworks in the fall. The recent Federal Reserve meeting yielded no new action, but policy makers reiterated that they will act if necessary. This is a nice sentiment, but we are skeptical that more stimulus measures would have a lasting impact on the economy or the market. A waiting game has ensued in Europe as investors look for action following hopeful comments from various officials. But despite concerns over corn prices, we believe central banks will continue to ease, helping to support global growth. In the past two weeks, we have seen the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank meet, 2Q earnings season largely wind down, another trading “glitch,” and still more political posturing on both sides of the Atlantic. Stocks, meanwhile, have continued to trade within roughly the same price range that we’ve seen for a couple of months, but with a modest upward bias that may surprise investors. While this can be frustrating at times, it is interesting to note that the broad market is up more than 6 percent since May 31, apparently, at least for now, bucking the conventional wisdom of “sell in May, go away.” This illustrates our common refrain that no one can consistently and accurately predict the direction of the market in the near term, and reinforces the importance of appropriate diversification of investment assets. Now that we’ve moved passed the scheduled possible market moving events, and appear to be in a bit of a quiet period with no apparent marketmoving catalysts on the calendar, it is a great time for investors to make sure their asset allocation matches their risk tolerance and their investments are appropriately diversified for when the action seems certain to heat up this fall. For the near term, we expect continued muted action in a rough trading range as politicians and major Wall Street investors are largely on vacation, and central bankers are between meetings. For now, we expect activity to heat up beginning in late August when the Fed holds its annual get-together in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke has previously made market-moving comments at this event. While it can seem like a dead period in the market and few potential market-moving events are scheduled in the next few weeks, we’ve seen that surprises can come at any time. In fact, recently, we’ve seen a good deal of action in the traditionally slow month of August that leads us to suggest investors remain alert. Again, maintaining a diversified portfolio is important and potential volatility over the next few months should give investors opportunities to sell into sharp rallies and buy on steep dips as needed to position your portfolio appropriately for risk tolerances and time horizons. Stan Evans is a Financial Planner and Registered Investment Advisor. He can be contacted at 740682-0012; stan@stanevansfinancial.com; www. stanevansfinancialplanning.com. Meigs Extension Column Are you interested in improving your hay field and learning about the recentresearch for beef production being conducted at Ohio State University? Beef and forage producers alike are invited to attend the Beef and Forage Field Night scheduled for Thursday, August 23. The Photo by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel event will be held at the Margaret Parker, left, and her son, Jim, present the Leland Park- Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center er Family Scholarship to Brenna Holter. Jackson Research Station located at 19 Standpipe Rd. near Jackson. The Station is located 2 miles southeast of Jackson on State Route 93. The agenda begins with sign-in from 5:00-5:30 p.m., the meal from 5:30-6:00 p.m., and the program from 6:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. The Field Night program will feature four sessions addressing timely topics that impact beef and forage producers. They include: “How to be a Beef Industry Advocate”; “Processed Hay Demonstration”, “Noxious Weed Control Strategies”; and “Annual Forage Crop Demonstration.” Speakers for the program include: Mike Bumgarner, Ohio Photo by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel Farm Bureau Federation, Patty Cook, a 29 year 4-H advisor, was awarded the Pauline At- Vice President, Center kins Outstanding Volunteer Award by Mrs. Atkins daughter, Sha- for Food and Animal Issues; David Dugan, Extenron Jewell, left. sion Educator, ANR, OSU Extension-Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties; Jeff on August 22 Fisher, Extenfrom 9 a.m. to 1 sion Educator, p.m. located at ANR, OSU 1856 Shyville Extension-Pike Road near PikCounty; and eton (2 miles John Grimes, east on US 32 OSU Extension from the US Beef Coordina23 and US 32 tor. interchange). The event is A wagon tour pre-registration will take you only. The deadto each reline for registrasearch station. tion is August Learn about 20th. Dinner Hal Kneen the possibility will be included Extension Corner of growing pein registration fee of $10/person. Please rennial plants for biomass call or email with the num- production-miscanthus, ber of guests attending with switchgrass, willow, and your name, address, phone other warm season grasses. number and e-mail address Reduce nutrient waste by to Kenny Wells at 740-286- using cover crops of annual 3803 or email wells.296@ ryegrass, radishes, cowpeas, and rye. Organic growers osu.edu. This event is sponsored will also learn about the by the Ohio Agricultural benefits of specific cover Research and Development crops. Gary GAo, State Center and Ohio State Fruit Specialist will explain University Extension with his research in wine grape additional support from production and blueberry the Ohio Farm Bureau Fed- productionin high tunnels. eration, the Jackson County The tour ends with lunch Cattlemen’s Association, for further interaction with the researchers. Call in your and Cargill Nutrition. reservations to Carissa at *** Are you interested in the 740-289-2071 ext. 132. This latest OSU farm research is a free program and lunch. *** in bioenergy production, Do you need assistance in cover crops, wine grape production and high tunnel figuring out how to manage your woodlot and landscape blueberry production. Attend OSU South Cen- trees after the major storms ters Farming Research Tour this summer? Plan to at- tend a special educational session, “After The Storm” being presented on August 21 from 7- 9 p.m. at the Division of Forestry office located at 360 East State Street in Athens (across the street from Bob Evans Restaurant). The goal of the program is to discuss the affects of wind damage on trees, how to assess the damage to your forest, to provide information on how to salvage damaged trees, to address safety concerns, and to give some options on managing wind-damaged forests. This program is being offered free of charge by Ohio State University Extension and the ODNR Division of Forestry. Speakers will be Eric McConnell, Forest Products Specialist for OSU, Dave Apsley, OSUE Natural Resources Specialist, and Stephen Rist, Service Forester, ODNR division of Forestry. *** To all who were involved and attended the 149th Meigs County Fair, thank you. Hal Kneen is the Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator for Athens and Meigs Counties, Buckeye Hills EERA, Ohio State University Extension FSA continues sign-up for CRP initiative GALLIPOLIS — Roger Colegrove, Gallia-Lawrence Farm Service Agency (FSA) Area Committee Chairman recently announced that continuous sign-up for the Highly Erodible Land (HEL) Initiative under the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) started on July 23, 2012. Ohio received a total allocation of 24,300 acres to enroll in the HEL CRP program. Offers will be accepted until either the state acreage allocation limit is reached or September 30, 2012, whichever occurs first. “CRP is a voluntary program that has protected environmentally sensitive land for more than 25 years,” said Colegrove. “This initiative will accept offers with an erosion rate of at least 20 tons per acre per year for new cropland or CRP acres that expire on September 30, 2012; however, existing grass stands that are not expiring CRP will not be considered eligible,” he said. Producers can stop by their local FSA office to determine if their land qualifies for the Highly Erodible Land Initiative and to receive additional location-specific details. Landowners enrolled in CRP receive annual rental payments and cost-share assistance to establish long-term, resource conserving covers on eligible farmland. Incentive payments are not authorized under this initiative. New land contracts approved during this continuous sign-up initiative will become effective the first day of the month following the month of approval and are valid for 10 years. CRP contracts set to expire on September 30, 2012, may be offered for consideration and approved contracts will become effective October 1, 2012, and are also valid for 10 years. The Gallia-Lawrence FSA is located at 111 Jackson Pike, Rm. 1571, Gallipolis, Ohio. For more information, call the FSA at 740-446-8687. Gallipolis Garden Club holds August meeting Photo by Charlene Hoeflich | Times-Sentinel Sarah Lawrence and Tim Elam were recognized as Meigs County’s 2012 Outstanding 4-H Members. Fair From Page C1 Lorissa Riddle, camp counselors; Rebecca Chadwell, a state trip delegate, State 4-H Teen Council and 4-H Ambassador; and Abigail Houser, Kayla Tripp, Rebecca Chadwell, Brenna Holter, Larissa Riddle, Sarah Lawrence, Elizabeth Nease, Mallory McIntyre, Victoria Goble, Katie Keller and Michaela Hupp, teen leaders. County achievement award winners recognized were Timothy Elam, Larissa Riddle, Sarah Lawrence, Sarah Turner, Brenna Holter, Sarah Lawrence, Rebecca Chadwell, and Shannon Brown. Announcement was made that Sarah Lawrence and Tim Elam were selected as Meigs County’s 2012 Outstanding 4-H members. GALLIPOLIS — Gardening on a dime was the subject of a presentation given at the August meeting of the Gallipolis Garden Club. Mary Payne, vice president and master gardner, discussed plant propagation which is the process of creating new plants from seeds or slips of the original plant. Gardening doesn’t have to be costly. Seeds can be collected from the flower and, as long as you use the seeds collected within the year, plants should flourish. She discussed the germination time and how it should be noted on the packaged seeds or plants. She also demonstrated how to take a leaf, cut and plant it and put it under a jar to get it started. The club was especially interested in how to start roses. This meeting was also a “bring a friend to garden club” event and several members brought friends. Some of the “yard of the week” winners were present during the meeting. The next meeting is the yearly picnic and will be held September 13 at the Presbyterian Submitted photo Church. Pictured is Mary Payne who discussed “gardening on a dime” during the August meeting of the Gallipolis Garden Club. Submitted by Phyllis Mason, publicity. �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C3 Sunday, auguSt 19, 2012 ComiCs/EntErtainmEnt BLONDIE Dean Young/Denis Lebrun BEETLE BAILEY FUNKY WINKERBEAN HAGAR THE HORRIBLE HI & LOIS Mort Walker Today’s Answers Tom Batiuk Chris Browne Brian and Greg Walker THE LOCKHORNS MUTTS William Hoest Patrick McDonnell Jacquelene Bigar’s zITS THE FAMILY CIRCUS Bil Keane DENNIS THE MENACE Hank Ketchum Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman CONCEPTIS SUDOKU by Dave Green HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, Aug. 20, 2012: This year you become a host to the unexpected. Your life develops an exciting and surprising tone. Your high energy carries you through many interesting events, while your focus gets you through your day-to-day life. Communication obviously will play a strong role. Being the “good” Leo, you will tend to overindulge in many different areas of your life. If you are single, you could attract quite a group of wannabe suitors. If one of them doesn’t grab your heart, understand that you still have not met the right person. If you are attached, your significant other will feel most indulged, though you must remain in touch with his or her needs. A fellow LEO will be good to have around. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You know how to work well with others, yet you prefer to remain the dominating influence. You might believe a situation is evolving in this same manner. Don’t be surprised if the other party follows through on his or her need to assume control. Tonight: Sort through the possibilities, then decide. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH Pace yourself, and try not to react to a somewhat surprising event or piece of news. Give yourself time to adjust and internalize the information at hand. Schedule a stressbuster if possible. You will want to indulge a loved one. Tonight: Your treat. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH Allow your imagination to infuse relationships and events with more excitement or intrigue. You tend to add interest and a new dimension to any project. Others appreciate your originality and will ask for your feedback. Tonight: Add more fun to a situation. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH You could see a personal matter quite differently from others — so much so that you might feel unsure of certain past judgments. In the next few weeks, you could revisit past decisions and choose to change them. It is important to remain confident. Tonight: Happily head home. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Listen well, and understand what is going on behind someone’s words. You grasp more than you are willing to deal with right now; however, it does serve you well to get to the root of an issue. Much more caring flows between you and someone else as a result. Tonight: Talk up a storm. Horoscope VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH Be sensitive to your budget. You might want to deal with a loved one differently. You do not always have to say “thank you” in a materialistic manner. Consider your other options. You might want to see where a friend is coming from. Listening does not necessarily mean you agree. Tonight: Maintain your budget. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH You are all smiles. The unexpected excitement that a quirky friend generates helps keep your interest. Understand what is going on behind this person’s erratic behavior. Listen to your inner voice and let it guide you. Avoid a difficult family member. Tonight: As you like. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Realize what is going on behind the scenes. What is being expressed openly might be hiding a different agenda or problem. Also, evaluate your own actions in a difficult situation. Are you being as clear as possible? Tonight: Not to be found. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You are in a position to transform or walk away from a difficult situation. A meeting could prove to be instrumental. Excellent communication, combined with high energy and drive, allows you to start down the path to realizing a certain desire. Tonight: Find your pals. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Take charge, and understand that others might be slightly resentful or envious of your leadership abilities; they wish they could handle problems as effectively as you do. Be gracious, and do not cop an attitude. Still, don’t indulge others too much. Tonight: In the limelight. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH Reach out for someone at a distance. The unexpected plays a role in your plans. There could be miscommunication out of the blue. Curb a tendency to go to extremes or be reactive. Listen to news with a grain of salt. Tonight: Act on some fun idea that has been on the back burner. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH A partnership or several key relationships dominate your plans and ideas. You could be overwhelmed by everything you have to do. Share some of the burden by asking for help. Let others pitch in. You will be much happier with a lighter load. Tonight: Indulge a roommate or family member. Jacqueline Bigar is on the Internet at www.jacquelinebigar.com. �Sunday, August 19, 2012 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Anniversary Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C4 Anniversary Birth Announcement Alexa Beth Cook Cook birth Cody and Sarah (Eddy) Cook announce the birth of their daughter, Alexa Beth Cook. Alexa was born at 5:50 p.m. on August, 9, 2012. She weighed seven pounds, six ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Marvin and Edna Eddy of Racine, Ohio, Keith Cook of Texas, and Jenny and Don Whan of Syracuse, Ohio. June and Eugene Stout Stouts celebrate 50 years together Eugene and June (Bradbury) Stout of Bidwell celebrated their 50th anniversary on Saturday, July 21, 2012. They were married in Gallipolis at First Baptist Church by Dr. Howard G. Young in 1962. They are the parents of two children, Mark Stout of Hilliard, Ohio and Chris (Lindsay) Stout of Bidwell; and the grandparents of one grandson, Caleb. The couple were surprised by a celebration with family and friends that was hosted by their sons and family at the University of Rio Grande. Assisting with decorations and refreshments were Lindsay Stout, Sherry Fisher, Betty Finney and Patti Betz. Kim and Mike Green Greens celebrate 25th anniversary Mike and Kim Green of Gallipolis celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on August 15. They were married on August 15, 1987. Mike is the son of Dorman and Mae Green of Crown City. Kim is the daughter of Bernard and Shelba Rossiter of Gallipolis. They have one daughter, Phylicia (Justin) Carter of Gallipolis, and one granddaughter, Shelbie Dawn. Engagement GAHS Alumni Assocation awards scholarships Each year the Gallia Academy High School (GAHS) Alumni Association chooses two students from the graduating class to receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship. Many goals are in place from this association and the primary one is that two graduates from each GAHS class are chosen for this award. Two graduates in each GAHS graduating class since 1995 have received scholarships from the alumni association. The scholarship committee meets after each school year ends and reviews all of the applications submitted by graduating seniors. Many requirements for each scholarship is received and then the winners are determined by a majority vote of the committee. Cassandra Baird Timothy Warner Jaymee Cremeens This year, the winners are Jaymee Cremeens and Timothy Warner. Jaymee is the daughter of Jay and Andrea Cremeens and Timothy is the son of Scott Warner and Leslee Freeman. Jaymee will be attending Ohio University and Timo- thy will be attending the University of Rio Grande. Cassandra Baird has received a one-time $1,000 scholarship from 1954 GAHS graduate, Dr. Richard Sisson, Ph.D. The Gallia Academy High School Alumni Scholarship Committee selects the person Sisson would want to recieve his scholarship. Cassandra is the daughter of Marvin and Wendy Baird. Cassandra will be attending the University of Rio Grande. Kayla McComas and Justin Mollohan Gallipolis Elks Lodge award scholarships The Past Exalted Rulers Association of the Gallipolis Elks Lodge, #107, is pleased to announce that the following high school graduates have been selected to receive a $1,000 award to assist them in furthering their education at the college of their choice. Ms. Lindsey Polsley of Gallipolis, Ohio, who graduated from River Valley High School, is planning on attending Shawnee State University and pursuing a degree in nursing. Lindsey is the daughter of Carl Polsley and Norma Ellcessor. Ms. Meghan Bowles of Leon, W.Va., who graduated from Point Pleasant High School, will be attending the University of West Virginia. Meghan is the daughter of Jim Bowles and Jeannie Keefer. Lindsey Polsley Vinton man earns master’s degree SALT LAKE CITY — Ryan Fowble of Vinton has received a Master of Arts in Science Education from Western Governors University. On July 14, the online, nonprofit university held its semi-annual commencement ceremony in Salt Lake City, Utah, and celebrated the graduation of more than 3,200 graduates — WGU’s largest class ever. This year, Western Governors University celebrates its 15th anniversary. McComas-Mollohan couple engaged Tim and Andrea McComas of Vinton, Ohio, and Jeff and Lisa Harder of Vinton, Ohio, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayla Danielle McComas, to Justin Dale Mollohan, son of Dale and Jeannie Mollohan of Bidwell, Ohio. Kayla is a 2008 graduate of River Valley High School and a 2011 graduate of the University of Charleston with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. Kayla is cur- rently employed at the Ohio Valley Bank. Justin is a 2007 graduate of River Valley High School. He is currently employed at MPW. The open church wedding will be held at 2:30 p.m. on October 20, 2012, at White Oak Baptist Church, Gallipolis, Ohio, with a reception following at Ewington Church of Christ in Christion Union. The couple will reside in Bidwell, Ohio. Meghan Bowles Google upgrades Android maps as Apple battle looms SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google’s mapping service for mobile devices is getting an upgrade as the Internet search leader braces for new competition from iPhone maker Apple. The improvements center on listings for public transportation options in nearly 500 cities around the world. Wednesday’s update includes suggested routes and departure times for more than 1 million stations worldwide, about 50 percent more than a year ago. At some stations, Google will provide indoor directions to help riders navigate the system. To highlight what it sees as a competitive advantage, Google is offering its latest improvements only on devices running its Android operating software. They include models from Samsung Electronics Co., HTC Corp., Sony Corp. and Google’s Motorola Mobility division. Google said it eventually hopes to make the upgrades available for other systems, including the iPhone and the iPad, but it didn’t say when. The changes come as Apple Inc. prepares to oust Google’s maps as the automatic navigation service on the iPhone and the iPad. Apple will offer its own mobile mapping service in the next version of the iPhone and iPad operating system due out this fall. The switch could come as early as next month if the release of Apple’s next iPhone comes then, as several technology blogs have speculated. Apple’s snub represents a major blow for Google Inc., which stands to lose mobile advertising revenue and valuable insights about people’s whereabouts if users of the popular iPhone and iPad devices embrace the alter- native mapping service from Apple. Google’s once-close relationship with Apple has been fraying since it began giving away its Android software in 2008 to cellphone makers looking to challenge the iPhone. Android has since established itself as the leading operating system for smartphones, helping Google boost its revenue by selling more digital advertising on its mobile services. Steve Jobs, Apple’s late cofounder, viewed Android as a rip-off of the iPhone’s innovations and vowed to retaliate against Google for the perceived betrayal. Apple is currently pursuing allegations of intellectual theft against Samsung, a leading maker of Android devices, in a high-profile trial in a federal court in San Jose, Calif. Google Inc. believes it can stay a step ahead of Apple in mobile mapping by adding features such as its expanded public transportation directions. New technology on the maps will allow users to focus exclusively on directions for specific transportation options, such as the subway, while excluding other alternatives, such as the bus. Navigating public transit is even more important than driving directions in many major cities where cars aren’t the most popular way of getting around, said Brian McClendon, vice president of engineering for Google’s maps. Requests for mass transit directions are especially high in Japan, London, Sydney and New York. “I am very confident these are the best transit maps available,” McClendon said. “It’s not something you can just go out and buy on the street.” � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 08. August Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Newspaper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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