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(USPS 168-440) - Volume 4 Edition 27
Wednesday, July 24th, 2013
RJ TOBACCO & FAYETTE SUPERMARKET Holiday City Holds Fayette Celebrates With Ribbon Cuttings June Meeting
By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER The Holiday City Council met on Thursday, June 20, 2013, to approve an ordinance regarding RDD, Ltd. (formerly 20/20 Custom Plastics). Diamond Zimmerman of WEDCO (Williams County Economic Development Corporation) was present to request an application of the business into the enterprise zone which would make incentives available. RDD, Ltd. is adding 100,000 square feet to their manufacturing plant at an estimated cost of $2.7 million, and will add ten full-time jobs. This will add $218,400 to their payroll. Council voted to suspend all rules and declare an emergency, and Ordinance 2013-3 was approved, authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Enterprise Zone Agreement with RDD, Lt. Council also heard the first reading of Resolution R-2013-4, a resolution accepting amounts and rates as determined by the County Budget Committee and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying said levies to the county auditor. This addresses an annual 1.6 millage that they receive every year. Clerk/Treasurer Lauri TenEyck-Rupp gave the financial report for the end of May. The village made deposits of $494,530.43. Expenses totaled $480,500.70, leaving a balance of $2,244,275.40. The villages investment balance was at $172,831.00. TenEyck-Rupp asked council for permission to sign a contract with Christmas Dcor Systems, who provide the holiday decorations for the village. Their three year contract is set to expire, and since there has been no increase in fees for the last six years, there will be a slight increase in the cost this year. The amount will total about $2,900. Council members noted that the company has always done a good job and have been a pleasure to work with, and permission to enter into a new threeyear contract was granted. Acting Mayor Shawn Clark gave his report. He has been elected as President of the Williams County Mayors Association. He will be scheduling speakers for the year and keeping track of activities. He asked council for funds to purchase a laptop and any needed software. A motion was made to allow up to $2000 to be spent for a laptop and software, and council voted to approve. A new email account has been set up for the mayor at: [email protected]. Clark said that there have been a number of families and individuals using the new shelter house, and they are really enjoying it. The shelter and its picnic tables have provided travelers with a nice place to sit CONTINUED PAGE 8
NEW IN TOWN ... Located on North Fayette Street in Fayette, RJs Tobacco is a family-owned business that caters to the tobacco enthusiast with huge selections and low prices, and also carries smoking supplies and specialty, collectable Zippo lighters. Pictured at the July 8 ribbon cutting are Lucy Moliterno, Mike Figgins of the Huntington Bank, Fayette Village Administrator Steven Blue, Fayette Mayor Ruth Marlatt, Rashell Covey, Nick Covey and Judy Covey of RJs Tobacco, and Dee Lawrence.
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Williams County 4-H Youth Development July Programming Cozy Couture Boutique Opens In Montpelier Strong Reality Re-Opening In Montpelier Stryker Board Of Education 21st Century Grant Discussed Edon Girls Prepare For Upcoming Pageant Montpelier Bean Days Celebrates Our Heritage, Our History Remember When? Millcreek West Unity School Board Bids Dr. Smith Farewell Fulton County Health Department Offering Immunizations By Appointment
NEW NAME - NEW OWNERSHIP - FAMILIAR LOCATION ... After extensive remodeling, restocking and a change of name, the new Fayette Supermarket officially opened their doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 8. Located in the old Keiser building on North Fayette Street in Fayette, the Fayette Supermarket boasts the full line of grocery and dry goods that can be found in big city venues, but with the small town service of friends and neighbors. Pictured at the ribbon cutting are Mike Figgins of the Huntington Bank, Fayette Village Administrator Steven Blue, Fayette Mayor Ruth Marlatt, Wasfi Albadour, Malik Amerh and Moawiah Amerh of the new Fayette Supermarket, Tom Spiess, Lucy Moliterno and Dee Lawrence.
Pioneer Council Approves Repairs To Parks Basketball & Tennis Courts

By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER The Pioneer Village Council approved a request for repairs to the basketball court at Crommer Park at their meeting on July 16, 2013. Earlier this summer, Mayor Ed Kidston had been alerted to the poor condition of the court by a group of young men who were circulating a petition to have it repaired. Kidston told them that a petition would not be needed, and went to check on the situation, and found the basketball court and tennis courts were indeed in dire need of repairs. Council sought estimates for repairs, and Belson Apshalt out of Reading, Michigan, placed a bid of $16,900 to do repairs. The courts will be capped with 1 inches of asphalt, sealed with a rubber coating, and then receive a final 2 inch cap for a total of 3 inches of asphalt. The fencing and poles will be painted, and the area will receive a clean-up. The city will provide the striping for the courts. Council voted to approve the project and they hope to have it completed in about a month. Money for the project will be taken from the park fund. Fire Chief Denny Fackler reported that his department responded to 23 runs between Jun 18 and July 14, 2013, and followed up on five controlled burns. This past Saturday, the department finished painting outside the firehouse. Fackler told the council that the fire departments two defibrillators were, at eight years old, no longer compatible with those at the hospital and they are so outdated that they can no longer get parts to repair them. Council approved his request, not to exceed $5,000 for the department to purchase new defibrillators. Money will come from the fire levy fund. Chief of Police Tim Livengood distributed his monthly report for June. There were 185 calls for service, and of those, 120 were officer initiated. He noted that not all of those officer initiated calls are necessarily criminal in nature. The department checks homes when people are gone, and check for unlocked doors. The southeast quadrant of town generated the most calls, with Saturday being the busiest day of the week. Livengood noted that this is due in part to increased traffic through the area in the summer. There were 39 incident reports. Officers gave out 21 traffic warnings and eight traffic citations. Average response time to calls was 2:19 minutes. Council member Richard Schmucker asked Livengood if he had found out if the village had an ordinance against engine .. CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
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Charles L. Wagoner (1958-2013)
Charles L. Chuck Wagoner, 55 of Montpelier passed away early Tuesday morning at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born May 12, 1958 in Coldwater, Michigan to Jerry L. and Judy (Flint) Wagoner. Chuck graduated from Coldwater High School. On June 24, 1994, he married Sheri Hurd in West Unity, Ohio. Chuck had worked at Bil-Jax (now Haulix) in Archbold for fourteen years. Prior to that, he had worked at Majaac Bust Pipeline Construction for five years and Michelin Tire in Massachusetts for nine years. He was a member of the Nettle Lake United Brethren Church. Chuck loved to garden and was a member of the National Home Gardening Club. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved nature, animals and loved to fish. He was a lifetime member of B.A.S.S. Charles is survived by his wife Sheri, his mother Judy Green (Bobby Foster) of Kinderhook, Michigan, his father, Jerry (Doris) Wagoner of Cloudcroft, New Mexico, two children: Nicole Wagoner and Justin Wagoner both of Cincinnati, Ohio, two step-children: Kevin (Jamie) Boylan of Bryan and Jeff Boylan of Bowling Green, Ohio and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by his grandparents: Maurice and Betty Wagoner and Henry and Dorothy Huner, four sisters: Monica (Pete) Ash of Coldwater, Michigan, Rhonda (Stacey) Champion of Coldwater, Michigan, Tammy (Roger) Hastings, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Kim (Bill) Evans of Sarasota, Florida; two brothers: Mark Green of Bronson, Michigan and Jerry Tom (Tara) Wagoner of Osseo, Michigan, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other family members. Charles was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, an uncle, Charles Flint, Step-father, Bill Green and his special buddies, Scout and Cisco. Private services for Chuck will be held with Pastor Mike Wilder to officiate. Preferred memorials are to Nettle Lake United Brethren Church or to the Williams County Humane Society. Arrangements are being handled by the Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer. Condolences may be made online at thethompsonfuneralhome.com
Warren Black (1948-2013)

Warren J. Black, 64, of rural Fayette, died early Saturday morning, July 13, 2013, at the Franciscan Care Center in Sylvania, OH, where he had been a resident for several months. He was born November 21, 1948, in Lima, OH, to the late Ralph Bowersock and Alice V. Green. He married Vicki L. Lumbrezer on December 10, 1976, and she preceded him in death in 2002. Warren served our country as a member of the United States Army from 1969 1971. He retired from General Motors Company following 42 years of employment at their Defiance plant. Warren was an avid sports fan, and especially enjoyed football and baseball. Surviving are three daughters, Lindsay Smith of South Carolina, Jennifer (Kenneth) Kusz of Toledo, OH, and Amanda Black of Fayette; a brother, Wayne (June) Black of Paulding, OH; three sisters, Dorothy (Larry) Martin of Lima, Cheryl (Danny) Swan of South Carolina, and Arlene (Rob) Mauck of Lima; three grandchildren, Autumn Black, Hunter Smith, and Benjamin Kusz; father-in-law, Bernard Lumbrezer of Fayette; and brother-in-law, Daniel Lumbrezer of Fayette. In addition to his parents and wife, Warren was preceded in death by a daughter in infancy, Erin Black, and a brother, Russ Black. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorial contributions in honor of Warren to Our Lady of Mercy Church or the Fayette Fire Department. Friends can share memories and condolences with Warrens family online at www.eaglefuneralhomes. com.
Dr. Jan L. Garber

Dr. Jan L. Garber, 73, of Groveland, Florida, died July 14, 2013, in his home. He was the son of Maxine Somers-Brown and Charles Garber. His love for his country was displayed through 16 years of active duty in the United States Air Force where he was a Staff Sergeant serving as an air traffic controller. He retired after an injury effective May of 1973. Dr. Garber graduated from Hillsdale College in Michigan with a B.A. in Sociology & Psychology. He received his Theological training from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kentucky, Trinity Theological Seminary and Christian Bible College in Pennsylvania through which he received his Master of Theology and Ph.D. degrees. Dr. Garber also received his Doctorate of Theology through Vision Christian Bible College & Seminary. Dr. Garber was in pastoral ministry for 36 years, holding pastorates in Oklahoma, Kansas, Kentucky, and Ohio. He was the President of Vision Christian Bible College & Seminary. He also served as president of both the Northwest Ohio Ministerial Alliance and the Montpelier, OH Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Garber is survived by his loving wife, Caroline, children, Jan L. Jr. (Barbara) of Leesburg, Fl, Clinton (Margaret) of Greenwich, Ohio, and Timothy (Tricia) of Graham, Washington, Bethany (Scott) Palmer of Searcy, Arkansas, Bradley (Katrina) King of Sarasota, Florida, Jason (Tabitha) of Temple, Georgia; 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death was his first wife Marlene Garber, and Bobbie Lynn Shafer, daughter of Jan and Marlene. Memorials are requested to Vision Christian Bible College & Seminary in lieu of flowers.
Neoma J. Carpenter (1925-2013)

Neoma J. Carpenter, 88, of Montpelier, OH, died early Friday morning, July 12, 2013, at CHWC in Bryan, OH. She was born May 1, 1925, in Hudson, MI, to Clayton and Millie (Osmun) Hephner. She married DeArle L. Carpenter on November 15, 1948, in Angola, IN, and he preceded her in death on June 13, 1999. Surviving Neoma are her daughter, JoAnne (Tony) Williams of Las Vegas, NV; three sons, Larry (Diane) Carpenter of Reading, MI, Lester L. Carpenter of Montpelier, and Terry (Cheryl Hutchins) Carpenter of Fremont, IN; a sister, Delores Deck of Pittsford, MI; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, DeArle, she was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Joseph Carpenter; and a brother, Francis Hephner. Memorial donations can be made to the family. Friends can send condolences to the family online at www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.
Lucille M. Leazier (1938-2013)

Lucille Lou M. Leazier, 74 of Montpelier passed away Tuesday evening at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Lou was born August 19, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan to Ora D. and Clara B. (Ashley) Jones. She graduated from Camden-Frontier, Michigan High School in 1956. On September 8, 1972 Lucille married Larry A. Leazier in Bryan, Ohio and he survives. Lucille was primarily a homemaker but had worked as a journeyman machinist and as a waitress during her life. In addition to her husband, Lucille is survived by six sons: Vaughn (Karen) Hukill of Edon, Ohio, Larry (Cheri) Leazier of Columbia City, Indiana, Keven Wood (Belle) McFadder of Birmingham, Alabama, Donald (Joan) Leazier of Columbia City, Indiana, Shannon (Tammy) Leazier of Waynedale, Indiana, Mark A.T. Leazier of Montpelier; two daughters: Roxsann (Chris) Carter of Columbia City, Indiana and Michele K. Nichols of Fort Wayne, Indiana; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lucille is also survived by four brothers: Ronald (Becky) Jones of Nocona, Texas, Donald (Gail) Jones of Hemet, California, Andrew (Donna) Jones of Dalahonga, Georgia and Michael (Sherry) Jones of Edgerton, Ohio. Lou was preceded in death by her parents, one son: Shane M. Leazier, two brothers, Leo and David Jones and a granddaughter, Alicia Stein. There will be no visitation for Lucille. A private graveside service will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci, Michigan with Father Fred Duschl to officiate. Preferred donations are to the Williams County Senior Center. Arrangements are being handled by the Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier and condolences may be made online to thethompsonfuneralhome.com.
William H. Gasche (1936-2013)

William H. Bill Gasche, age 76, of Stryker, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at Community Hospitals and Wellness Center of Williams County in Bryan. Bill had worked at Dinner Bell Foods in Archbold and North Carolina for 31 years as a supervisor, and he then worked at Sauder Woodworking in Archbold for nine years until his retirement. Bill was born in Pettisville on November 4, 1936, the son of William E. and Marjorie (Biddle) Gasche. On August 29, 1980 he married Thelma Tootie Farmer, and she survives. Bill enjoyed woodworking and was a fine craftsman. He was an excellent bowler, enjoyed NASCAR, golf outings, camping, and square dancing. Bill was a strong man and a family man, who leaves a spunky legacy. He paved a road that the family will be proud to follow. Bill is survived by his wife, Tootie, of 32 years; his children, William (Barb) Gasche, Terry Gasche, Tammy (Mike) Olmstead, Debby Smout; step-children, Traci (Brett) Tucker, Alan (Laura) Huffman, Marcella (Jr.) Ordway; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; 10 step-great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Lou Huss and Lois Plotts; and one brothers, Jim Gasche. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www. grisierfh.com.
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Laurence W. Turk Parker, age 70, of Bryan, Ohio, died at 8:38 P.M. on Monday, July 9, 2013, shortly after admittance to Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers in Bryan. Mr. Parker was a graduate of Edon High School and had been employed at Stan Pepple Motors in Bryan as a parts manager, body shop manager and salesman, retiring with nearly twenty years of service. He was a charter member of the Tri-State Corvair Club, was an avid Nascar fan and, most of all, was a beloved father and grandpa. Laurence W. Parker was born on May 16, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Wilson and Lelah P. (Ealing) Parker. Survivors include two daughters, Shelly (Steed) Williams, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Holly (Jason) Clark, of Ney, Ohio; one son, Doug Parker, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; one sister, Louise Bagwell, of Diamond Bar, California; eight grandchildren, and his former wife, Marsha Parker, of Bryan. Memorials are requested to the Rotary International Polio Plus Program. To sign the online register or to send condolences, please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com.
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brakes in the corporation. He found that the village did not have an ordinance in place, and noted that the corporation would include portions of State Route 20 if the council voted an ordinance into place. Schmucker then moved to establish an engine brake ordinance for the Village of Pioneer, with all members, except for Connie Salisbury who was absent, voting to approve. Lakeshore Drive resident Reid Neubauer addressed council with a question concerning flood plains. He had heard rumors that changes to the dike had resulted in his property now being in a flood plain. Kidston said that, no, the repairs to the dike had actually removed some properties from the flood plain and that the rumors were false. None of the changes made had resulted in the harm or change of status to properties. He noted, however, that any properties on the river side are on the flood plain, and always had been. In regard to the dike repairs, Village Administrator Al Fiser added that completion of repairs is on the list of things to finish by the end of August or early September. It will receive 1 inches of topsoil, and straw will be put on the top. In order for this to be done, the weather will need to be favorable In other business, the village has been spraying frequently to kill mosquitoes. Council noted that the flowers around the gazebo and in the park near the Community Center have been beautiful this year. They thanked the Pioneer Garden Club for providing and maintaining the gardens. Council member Richard Schmucker asked about the possibility of having benches installed on the porch area of the community center overlooking the gardens. He said that it is shady and would provide a nice place for people to sit. Mayor Kidston said that this was a great idea and that the village would look into it. In her report, Village Clerk April McMillen said that Ohio Workers Compensation had refunded the village 56% of what they had paid in for 2012. The village received $12,000 back. Mayor Kidston said that he had purchased the old hotel building on First Street at auction this past weekend. He offered it and the property to the village free of charge on the condition that the building be demolished as it was a health and safety hazard. It could be developed as a parking lot, and it would give the village access to an alley. He said that any decision to accept or decline the property did not matter to him. After a brief discussion, council members declined the offer, noting that they could purchase the property at a later date if needed, but as Kidston noted, it would be at a higher cost than his purchase price. Council voted to approve Ordinance 06-2013, and ordinance amending the appropriation for 2013, and declaring an emergency. This allows funds to be added to Parks and Recreation to cover repairs of the basketball and tennis courts. An amount of $20,000 was added to the electrical department to cover repairs
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Robert LeRoy Wilson and Frances Jean Clark were united in marriage on July 11th, 1963 at the Kunkle United Brethren parsonage by Rev. Lawrence Rodenbeck. To help them celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary, their children Bobbie Mourad, Kevin and Wendy Wilson with their grandchildren Steve & Alexia Moreland-Boggemes, Tim Moreland, Joseph and Kayla Moreland, Garret, Hunter and Darian Wilson invite you to join them in their celebration with a card shower. Their address is 18-143 Co.Rd. R, Alvordton, Ohio 43501
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REPAIRS ... Council voted to make repairs to the basketball and tennis courts in Crommer Park.
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to the bucket truck, and money was added to the Street Funds and Mayors Fund. All of this will be used to pay bills. Council voted to pass Resolution 04-2013, a resolution authorizing and directing the Village Administrator and Fiscal Officer to transfer funds from the Cemetery Trust to the Cemetery Fund. With no further business, council adjourned the meeting. Regular meetings of the Pioneer Village Council are generally held on the second Monday of the month, unless otherwise indicated. Kay Raypholtz can be reached at [email protected]
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Montpelier Bean Days 2013 Celebrates Our Heritage, Our History Remember When?
By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER The traditional serving-of-the-beans kicked off the 57th annual Bean Days celebration in the Village of Montpelier on Friday, July 19, 2013. As per usual, the sun was shining, and the temperatures were blistering hot, but crowds came out despite the heat to sample tasty concoctions of baked beans from 5 p.m. and until the beans had run out. It didnt take long, and some businesses had given away their whole pot of beans within the first half hour. By the end of the evening, independent judges Tim Friend, Jaret Dye and Shawn Eiteniear declared that Rowes Recreation had served the best tasting dish, with The Bar as second and Cool Beanz, third. Citizens came to the Chamber of Commerce office to cast their own votes and gave first place honors to Hammer Athletics. There was a tie for second and third place, with Evergreen Manor and The Bar sharing the honors equally. In addition to the beans being served downtown, the Presbyterian Church was having its annual fish fry, and across the street, the men of St. Johns Lutheran Church were serving sausage pattie sandwiches while the women made ice cream floats to cool off overheated visitors. The Trackside Modelers held an open house for all to view their model trains. At 7 p.m. Friday evening, a town favorite event, the bucket brigade contest at the Fire Station, provided youngsters with a chance to cool off from the summers heat. A total of seven youth teams competed for medals by hauling buckets of water from the temporary pool, and throwing the water onto a small roof (splashing a good deal on themselves in the process). Water drained from eaves troughs to a bucket which, when filled, ended the heat. After two heats, the team Chocolate Lovers had the best of time with a combined time of 2:04. The team included Anela Mosier, Brianna Rhoden, Ariel Geesey, Cassie Geesey, Rachel McIntosh and Tyson McIntosh. The Montpelier Fire Department provided two adult teams. Team 1 consisted of Brian Fritsch, Tim Sanders, Robert Beck, Scott Brink, Larry Marrowelli, and Kerrie Hutchison. Member of Team 2 were Dale Fritsch, Chad Lyons, Mark Brown, Shane Nemire, Jeff Gearig, and Nick Moore. Firemen dashed to a ladder leading to a platform with a large barrel. As one team member took his position at the top, two more were on the ladder with three others running buckets of water to the ladder, and then catching the empty buckets thrown for the platform. Team 2 was declared the winners. After each heat came the best part of the night, when the big barrel was emptied, dumping ice cold water all over the youth. Saturdays activities kicked off with a pancake and sausage breakfast sponsored by the Rotary, and a 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Fire Department. Other activities were the Williams County Humane Society held a dog wash out at Maxton Motors, and the Veterans Car Wash at the VFW downtown. The much anticipated parade began at 6:00 p.m. This years theme was our Heritage, Our History Remember when? A large and enthusiastic crowd was on hand to watch the parade, which included nearly 100 entries, while wee ones scrambled for candy thrown from the floats. The 2013 Parade Marshalls were Thompson Geesey Funeral Home owners, the Thompson family, including Jim and his wife Janice, and their son Nathan and his wife Tashia. The Thompson family has been not only kind and understanding proprietors of the funeral business, but very active in many of Montpeliers civic clubs and organizations. Returning as parade judge was WTOL TV 11s former news anchor Jeff Heitz, who has been coming to Montpelier to judge the Bean Days parade since 1976. He was joined by Mayor of West Unity Peg Bernath and Jamie Ward. Winners of the Youth Division were: 1st place Superior Farmers 4-H Club; 2nd place Clever Clovers 4-H Club; and 3rd place Montpelier Cub Scouts Pack Number 25. In the Non-Commercial Division, the winners were: 1st place Montpelier Church of Christ; 2nd place Williams County Historical Society; and 3rd place Williams County Democrats. For commercial floats, CDM Flags placed first. No other places were awarded due to lack of entrants. The Best Decorated Cars were 1st a 1924 Model T Roadster owned by Mike Worthington; 2nd a 1976 Roadrunner owned by Tim and Renee Nye; and 3rd a 1951 Urban Model Truck owned by Body Works. The Best of Show float was by CK Technologies which depicted a locomotive decorated with signs from former Montpelier businesses. The goal was for the float to make people remember the good old days when the town was bustling from the railroad, and there were small town shops on every corner. The evening ended with Montpelier favorite, Dysfunkshun, performing at the gazebo in the town square. They played standard rock and country tunes to an appreciative crowd. Kay Raypholtz can be reached at [email protected]
AL HENRY BEARS THE HEAT TO PROVIDE SAUSAGE PATTIES FOR THE ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCHS MENS GROUP ANNUAL SAUSAGE SANDWICH SALE.
AT THE TOP IS BRIAN FRITSCH, TIM SANDERS IS IN THE MIDDLE, AND ROBERT BECK AT THE BOTTOM. THE TEAM 1 RUNNERS WERE SCOTT BRINK, LARRY MARROWELLI, AND KERRIE HUTCHISON.
THE CHILDREN GET AN ICY COLD SHOWER FROM THE DRAINING OF THE BARREL.
MONTPELIERS MIGHTY LOCOMOTIVES.
THE CHOCOLATE LOVERS WERE THE WINNERS WITH A TIME OF 2:04 IN TWO ROUNDS. FROM LEFT: ANELA MOSIER, BRIANNA RHODEN, ARIEL GEESEY, CASSIE GEESEY, AND RACHEL MCINTOSH WITH TYLER MCINTOSH IN BACK.
MONTPELIERS BEAUTY QUEENS WERE ON HAND. FROM LEFT: TEEN MISS MONTPELIER CAITLYN NIXON; JUNIOR MISS MONTPELIER ELAYNA HASTY; AND MISS MONTPELIER 2013 EMILY KOLBE.
CHILDREN LOOK HAPPY WHILE RIDING IN THE TRAIN OF YOUTH OWNED BY KASCHE BIBLE. PHOTOS CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 THIS OUTHOUSE WAS BUILT IN 1942 AND REMODELED BY TIM SCHERER CONSTRUCTION IN 2013
PHOTOS BY: KAY RAYPHOLTZ, STAFF
Looking Back At What We Read Years Ago

WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO IN THE WEST UNITY REPORTER, THE STRYKER ADVANCE & THE ADVANCE REPORTER
WEST UNITY REPORTER ESTABLISHED1878
110 YEARS AGO July 1903 C.D. Shultz has his new house plastered and will have it ready to live in soon. W.E. Wasnichs new residence on Beaver Creek is nearing completion. A very pretty wedding took place yesterday at the home of Mrs. Elesta Hart where her daughter Lena was united in marriage with Dr. Horace L. Prouty. 100 YEARS AGO July 1913 The Junction House, Alvordton Hotel, was burned. The fire was discovered shortly after the passage of the Wabash train. 90 YEARS AGO July 1923 Clare Hayes and Hugh Caughey are at Camp Knox, Ky., for a months training. 80 YEARS AGO July 1933 F.W. Radabaugh, 70, cashier for many years of the Union Savings Bank, Bryan, died of a heart attack. 70 YEARS AGO July 1943 Mr. B.G. Runnells, Supt. Of the Kunkle School since 1940, resigned to accept a position in Swanton. Mr. Herbert Knapp kept a pumpkin from the 1942 season in her basement until this week it was still good. 50 YEARS AGO July 1963 July 20, at the American Legion State Convention, Cleveland, Ohio, the West Unity American Legion Post 669 was awarded the first place trophy in the Hometown Community Service competition. Mr. Richard Borton has sold his Town and Country Club in Alvordton to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Carpenter and Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Dunn, of Ottawa Hills near Toledo, who will take possession soon. The four northwestern Ohio corner counties have been asked to furnish 19 young men for induction into the armed forces in August. The total is the largest this year for these counties. County agent, F.I. Bell, reported Monday that farmers of Williams County had practically completed the harvesting of their oats crop and that the yield per acre appears to be the largest in history. Joe Short and Joe Berthold have been awarded the American Legions Community Service Participation Awards for 1963. 40 YEARS AGO July 1973 Norm and Barbara DeGroff are owners of the new DeGroff Pharmacy in West Unity. Corn stored in Ohio totaled 82 million bushels on July 1,1973. This is 24 percent below the 108 million bushels on hand July 1, 1972. Unemployment for the area was 2.4 percent for Williams County as of March, 1973. Local workers averaged $138.20 per week. 36.2 percent of the work force is in so-called white collar occupations.
Gean Domane, 13, formerly of Paris, France is visiting their summer at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Planson. 2nd Lieut. And Mrs. James Mignin and Corp. Paul Christy, home on furlough, were honored guests at a family dinner at the A.C. Fagley home in Archbold. 60 YEARS AGO July 1953 A March of the Dimes check for $2,850 has been received by the Wms. Co. Chapter to help provided for Polio patients. Top bidder on the Henriette Eberly property Saturday was the Stryker School Board of Education, consideration $3,675. 50 YEARS AGO July 1962 Sons were born three days apart to the former Julia and Judy Koch, twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Koch.
STRYKERADVANCE ESTABLISHED1884
110 YEARS AGO July 1903 Charles Carter has been installed as Nobel Grand of the 100F. Montpelier is building a six room school house 50x60 ft. two stories and a basement for $9,480. Lard is quoted a 10 cents a pound, apples 50 and potatoes 40 cents a bushel and cattle 3 to 4 cents per pound. The celebration at Bryan was very satisfactory and was attended by crowd estimated at 10,000. 100 YEARS AGO July 1913 Kenneth Kimberly was run over by an auto truck at Evansport that weighted 1,400 pounds as ascertained by running that wheel on hay scales. He was not crushed which seems almost miraculous. 90 YEARS AGO July 1923 Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Simmons passed away Sunday. 80 YEARS AGO July 1933 Miss Helen Rosendaul will teach music in the Florida, Ohio schools. Willard Verneir, 17, received serious cuts on his forehead and face in the accident while riding in the Bakery delivery truck. 70 YEARS AGO July 1943
1962 Stryker FHA Group
THE ADVANCE REPORTER (MERGE) ESTABLISHED 1976

30 YEARS AGO July 1983 The West Unity Community Betterment Advisory Committee invited the public to a meeting with Mr. Brian Hammond, Director of the Williams County Economic Development Board. 20 YEARS AGO July 1993 Wmf. Co. Community Block Grant allocations are as follows: Alvordton will receive $2,300 to purchase basketball standards, rims and nets for the village park. West Unity will receive $18,000 toward a $24,000 project for a water line to the industrial park along North Parkway St. and $18,000 of $24,000 to resurface North Parkway Street. 10 YEARS AGO July 2002 Private First Class Josh J. Clemens, an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran visited home in Stryker recently where he was greeted by many family members and friends.
FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA ... Pictured above is the 1962 Stryker FHA Group. FRONT ROW: Sally Fleagle-Historian, Jeannie Wyse-Parliamentarian, Susan Sanford-Secretary, Judy Aeschliman-Vice President, Karen Rittenhouse-President, Patsy Milliman-Reporter, Patty Jodry-Song Leader, Mark Franks-Historian. SECOND ROW: Karen Sword, Ila Short, Norma Short, Judy Blevins, Kendra Schmucker, Janice Blevins, Carol Lloyd, Sharlotte Carroll. BACK ROW: Mrs. Husted-Advisor, Joyce Goebel, Judy Beck, Tammy Planson, Marsha Nickles, Donna Bible, Georgia Smith, Carol Stuckey, Arlene Foor.
A GLIMPSE OF HISTORY AND WHAT WE READ THROUGHOUT THE YEARS IN THE EDON COMMERCIAL
70 YEARS AGO June 1943 According to reports from Hillsdale County as well as generally in this area the cherry crop was almost a total failure. In this immediate territory the report will apply to apples, pears and peaches as well. Myrta Maginn spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gallutia. Dwight Lemmon and family called on Clyde Brooks and family in Pleasant Lake Sunday afternoon. 60 YEARS AGO June 1953 In a report by John A. Louis executive secretary of the Ohio Tuberculosis and Health Association, he states that in 1952 $1,219,858 was raised by Ohios 88 county associations, 9.5 of each dollar raised was used by the Ohio TB and Health Association and 84.5 was used by the local tuberculosis association. 50 YEARS AGO June 1963 The American Legion Auxiliary met Wednesday evening with 21 members present. The unit voted to donate $25 for the Pony and Little League ball teams of Edon to help buy equipment for the teams. Local government received $137,201,231 in gasoline taxes and motor vehicle license money as their share of state collections from these two revenue sources during the fiscal year which ends June 30, State Auditor Roger W. Tracy reported today. 40 YEARS AGO June 1973 Jayne Stewart, daughter of Mrs. Betty Stewart was notified recently that she was the recipient of a $1170 per year educational stipend from Bowling Green State University. Four buildings were broken into Wednesday night in Columbia, and items taken from two of them, according to the Williams County Sheriffs Department. 30 YEARS AGO June 1983 Nine sisters will mark their twenty-fifth anniversary as Sisters of St. Francis at the Eucharistic Liturgy in Tiffin on July 24. The Edon Northwest Local Board of Education adopted a budget for the calendar year of 1984 at their last meeting. The general fund projected expenditures for 1984 are $1,625,000, compared with $1,636,000 for calendar 1983. 20 YEARS AGO June 1993 The winning theme for the Edon Heritage Days Parade in August We Bank-on Edon, Edon Banks on Us, was submitted by Ruth Miller of rural Edon. The Edon State Bank will be celebrating 100 years of service the Edon are in 1993. The Edon State Bank will award a $50.00 Series EE Savings Bond for each of the eight entries. The entrant must contact the bank to receive the prize. 10 YEARS AGO June 2003 Edon Area Senior Citizens will be cruising around in an Oldsmobile Delta 88 courtesy of Montpelier Auto Sales. They heard from one of the volunteer drivers that the Edon Seniors was in need of another vehicle to transport seniors to doctors appointments and other necessary appointments. The seniors have their 10 person bus they purchased a year ago, but it is not cost effective to have on the road for just one person.
1984 Edon Varsity Volleyball
1984 EDON VARSITY VOLLEYBALL: Front Row: Jessie Parsons, Shelly Thiel, Steph Adams, Sue Gearhart, Deanne Schooley. Back Row: Manager Sherri Schuller, Kalli Hug, Brenda Donaldson, Wendy Kunsman, Heidi Hug, Coach Don Walton. Missing from photo: Tammy Mocherman.
Millcreek West Unity School Board Bids Dr. Smith Farewell

the November ballot for the exclusive purpose of funding school security. A levy for nine-tenths of a mill will be put on the ballot in order that the school can continue to have security personnel on school grounds to protect students from serious threats. The district is hoping to receive funding from the state to keep the security officer on staff, and if they get the funding, the levy will be pulled. If there is a levy on the ballot and it passes, if it any time state funding of the position is received, the levy will be pulled at that time. A special board meeting will be held at a later date in order to vote on a resolution to proceed with putting the levy on the ballot. In the financial report for the school, Dr. Smith distributed a folder containing financial information for the past three years. He noted that the carryover from the prior school year was under $87,000 and that this is a drastic drop from the prior two years when the carry-over from 2010-2011 which began with a carry-over of $1,109,239 and ended with $228,679, and the carry-over from the 20112012 school year was $237,280. This is due to cuts in the amount of money received from the state that has affected most schools in the area. Smith said that there would have been no carry over had it not been for the efforts of the staff in cutting costs to the minimum. Income for the district has dropped from $6,153,341 to $5,943,654 or down by $209,687 or by 3.5% per year while expenditures have remained flat. There has been an average drop of 2% in income from the state for the school per year. This puts a higher burden on taxpayers in school districts as local support needs to increase to make up the difference. He also discussed how charter schools affect public schools budgets as districts lose money for each student that attends a charter school instead. He read a letter that a representative from the Ohio Equity and Adequacy board had shared. The letter was written by former District 43 state representative Stephen Dyer had written. In it, he discussed the fact that the Ohio General Assembly had cut funding for schools and that school districts are receiving $515 million less than they had received three years ago. He went on to explain that funding to public schools was being affected by charter schools. The writer explained that 70% of charter schools were given an F rating by the states report card, and that most students leaving a district would be entering a charter school with a lower grade than the district they had left. Of particular note is that although the Ohio Supreme Court has ruled four times that the states duty is to reduce the need for property taxes to pay for schoolsthis budget will continue to increase the need. Since 2011, a record $1.3 billion in new levy money to fund operations have been before Ohio voters as property taxpayers continue to foot the bill for our legislators constitutional failure. Dr. Smith added that public schools are desperately under attack. In his closing words to the board, Smith said that he thoroughly enjoyed my term here as superintendent. He shared his confidence in Mr. Larry Longs ability to take over the position. Members of the board offered their thanks to Dr. Smith. Board member Ron Baker thanked Smith for his dedication to the district and said, Were a better district for it. Roger Detwiler and Rob Maneval also thanked Smith for his service. Brian Weiland added that during the initial hiring interview, the intention had been for Smith to serve as an interim superintendent for three to four months, but he provided leadership for three years. Baker continued to praise Smith by saying that he helped the district to survive those next three years, and that the district could have gone downhill. With Smiths guidance, they were able to thrive and were even able to complete some needed projects. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. The next regular meeting of the MillcreekWest Unity Board of Education will be Monday, August 26, 2013, at 6:00 p.m. in the band room. Please note that this is one week later than usual. Kay Raypholtz can be reached at [email protected]
North Central School Board Holds July Meeting

By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER Members of the North Central Board of Education had a brief agenda at their Monday night meeting on July 15, 2013. With no visitors, no items for discussion, and no correspondence to read, the meeting was concluded in short order. 1. The Board approved the consent agenda which included the following: Minutes from the June 17, 2013, regular meeting and the June 27, 2013, special meeting. 2. Financial statements and investments from the June meeting. 3. Employments: Collette Sweitzer Junior High Volleyball (8th grade), and Brandie Bailey Junior High Cheerleader Advisor 4. Federal Projects for 2013-2014: Title I, Title II-A, IDEA-B, and Early Childhood Special Education 5. School Health Nurse contract with the Williams County Health Department for 2013-2014 school year. ($15,000) 6. Membership in the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy for 2013-2014 (cost $.50 per student x 650 (ADM) = $325 7. Contract with the Northwest Ohio Juvenile Detention Training and Rehabilitation Center for 20132014. ($38.00 per student, per weekday) 8. Elementary Student / Parent Handbook for 2013-2014 Paul Jones, Elementary and Middle School Principal gave his report. He said that the school did not pass the Math 4th, 5th and 6th tests for the state, but that they are addressing problems in their math program. He shared changes in the Student/Parent Handbook. Scheduling and assignments for the coming school year will be completed in August. High School Principal Tim Rettig was not present at the meeting to present a report. With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned. Kay Raypholtz can be reached at [email protected]
GOOD LUCK ... Dr. Bob Smith retiring from his position as superintendent.
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By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER Superintendent Dr. Bob Smith handed over the reins of the job to Larry Long at the July 15 meeting of the Millcreek-West Unity School Board. Long had spent this past year as interim high school principal and had been approved at an earlier meeting as the districts new superintendent. In other business, the board heard from Legislative Liaison Sarah Carothers who had attended a regional meeting. She noted that overall, the states education budget is better, but is still over $607 million below what had been allotted to schools in the last two years. The board approved the following items in the consent agenda: 1. Approved the minutes from the June 2013 Board of Education Meeting. 2. Approved the Financial Statements and Investments for June 2013. 3. Approved 10 days of extended leave time for Steve Riley at $300 per day for the 2013-2014 school year. 4. Approved sick leave for Bill Williams retro to 7/12/13 through 8/5/2013. 5. Approved 2013-2014 membership with the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy. 6. Approved the 2013-2014 Nursing Services contract with the Williams County Health Department - $15,000. 7. Approved the resignation of Kylee Bostelman Art K-12 and Varsity Cheerleading Coach. 8. Approved the Athletic Policy Handbook. 9. Approved the adjustment for Samuel Moran to 3 years experience for Marching and Pep Band Director Supplemental Contract 10. Approved membership with the West Unity Chamber of Commerce for 2013 at $40.00 11. Approved agreements with parents transporting their child to school round trip for 2013-2014 school year, at $10 per day; IRS mileage rate per mile. Desiree Baker transporting Keila Brandenburg; Mark and Leslie Wagner transporting Jakob Wagner. 12. Approved new hire Desiree Arps for K-12 art. 13. Approved an agreement with the Juvenile Detention Center at $35 per student per day. This is an agreement that is entered into annually. There was no elementary school report from Principal Laura Springer as she was not present. Larry Long, in his report as high school principal said that the transition as Steve Riley prepares to take the helm as high school principal while Long is getting ready to take over as superintendent, is going smoothly. Staff hiring for grades K 12 is complete. The board voted to approve a resolution of necessity declaring it necessary to place a levy on
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Perform a regular visual check for motorcycles by checking mirrors and blind spots before entering or exiting a lane of traffic, and at intersections; Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic; Dont be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a motorcycle motorcycle signals are often not self-canceling and riders sometimes forget to turn them off. Wait to be sure the motorcycle is going to turn before you proceed; Allow more following distance - three or four seconds - when behind a motorcycle to give the motorcyclist time to maneuver around obstacles in the roadway, or stop in an emergency; Never ride distracted. Chief Torbet said motorcyclists can increase their safety by: Wearing a DOT-compliant helmet; Using turn signals for every turn or lane change, even if the rider thinks no one will see it; Signaling intentions by combining hand signals and turn signals to draw more attention to themselves; Wearing brightly colored protective gear, and using reflective tape and stickers to increase conspicuity; Positioning themselves in the lane where they will be most visible to other drivers; and Never riding while impaired. Our message to all drivers and motorcyclists is: Help to share in the responsibility of keeping all road users safe, and do your part by safely sharing the road, Fulton County Sheriff Roy Miller concluded. For additional information on motorcycle safety visit http://www.nhtsa. gov/Safety/Motorcycles
Its summertime and the motorcycles are out. Fulton County Safe Communities reminds motorists and motorcyclists alike to share the road conscientiously and courteously to help prevent motorcycle crashes which remain one of the most prevalent causes of death and injury on Fulton County roads. Safety is a mutual responsibility for motorists and motorcyclists alike, said Wauseon Police Chief, Keith Torbet. Motorcyclists are about 30 times more likely to die in a crash than passenger vehicle occupants, so whether you are driving the family sedan, an SUV, a school bus, a delivery van, or an 18-wheeler, drivers should always be on the lookout for motorcyclists. Drivers must be aware that a motorcycle, as one of the smallest of vehicles on the road, can be hiding in your vehicles blind spots. Always check INFORMATION AND PHOTOS PROVIDED blind spots, use mirrors and signal before SPECIAL GUEST ... Pictured from right to left are; Stryker Rotary President Ruth changing lanes or making turns. He added, Motorcyclists have Wieland, District Governor Joe Ludwig, and Strykers newest Rotarian Nicki Bassett responsibilities too. Riders should obey who is the manager and floral designer at The Green Awning Gallery in downtown all traffic laws and be properly licensed, Stryker. alert to other drivers, conspicuous at all times, never ride impaired or distracted, and always wear a Department of Transportation-compliant helmet and other protective gear. This safety advice is particularly timely as motorcycle fatalities are on the rise. Chief Torbet offered the following tips for drivers to help keep motorcyclists safe on our roadways. Remember, a motorcycle is a vehicle with all of the rights and privileges of any other motor vehicle. The person under that helmet could be a mother, brother, doctor, or friend; Always allow a motorcyclist the full lane widthnever try to share a lane; SMILE ... Pictured from right to left are; Suzanne Ludwig, District Governor Joe
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The Stryker Library is inviting children, preschool thru 6th grade, to enter this years coloring contest! Winners will be given a cash prize of $10.00 to spend at the Stryker Homecoming. The coloring pages will be on display at the F&M bank from August 5th-16th. A drawing will be held on Wednesday,
Coloring Contest Being Noteworthy Achievements COL L EGE Military Professional Held At Stryker Library Vincent E. Armbruster Receives National Guard Promotion
August 14, and three lucky winners will be awarded their cash prize. You can pick up a coloring page at the Stryker Library, located at 304 S. Defiance Street, beginning July 29. All entries must be turned in to the library by Friday, August 2 at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-5081.
Vincent E. Armbruster was promoted to Chief Warrant Officer 4 on May 30, 2013 in a ceremony at the Headquarters, Idaho National Guard in Boise, Idaho. The ceremony was presided over by Brigadier General John Goodale, commander, Idaho Army National Guard. Vincent enlisted in the United States Army in 1987 and has over 25 years of military service. During his career he has progressed through higher levels of responsibility to attain his current rank. He now serves as the Battalion Maintenance Officer for the 1st of the 183rd Attack Reconnaissance Helicopter Battalion in Boise, Idaho. He graduated in 1988 from Hilltop High School in West Unity and received Associate Degrees in Applied Science with a major in Automotive Diesel Technology in 1993 and Agricultural Equipment in 2000 from Northwestern College in Lima. Chief Warrant Officer Armbruster is the son of Marcella Armbruster of Bryan, OH. He is the husband of Denise Armbruster and has three children Logan (Defiance), Tyler and Emily (West Unity). They reside in Boise, Idaho.
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GOOD TIMES ... Front Row: L - R Jody (Baker) Ratliff; Tom Smith; Mrs. Linda Essex (PE Teacher). Second Row: L-R Kathy (Short) Dick; Cindy (Bishop) Thompson, Vivian (King) Faler; Phyllis (Garber) Johnson; Melanie (Gerig) Calvin; Joan (Short) Myers; Marsha (Miller) Thompson; Mark Burrowes; Dan Sheperd; Laura (Maneval) Garwood. Third Row: L-R Mike Thompson; Dave Polter; Dave Moor; Daryl Stockburger; Mike Groves.
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and enjoy a meal. It has also been used by employees of Norfolk and Southern Railroad which is adjacent to the property. A new restaurant is coming to Holiday City. Wynns Restaurant will soon be opening at the Ramada Inn. This new venture comes to the village from the same people who run Winchesters Restaurant in Delta, Ohio. It will be located where the Wabash Cannonball Restaurant was located. Village administrator Gary Baker was welcomed back to the council meetings. He had recently undergone successful surgery, and had returned to his job earlier than anticipated. He noted that he is feeling well. He reported that Gateway Tank will be making repairs on the water tower and that Norman Noe will be monitoring the repairs as they are made. He noted that Gateway has been honoring their 10 year warranty, and had added five year extension to their warranty. Baker met with Dennis Gerken regarding the sewer cross-over at 20/20. They have contacted the township and Maumee Valley Planning to begin the process for an Economic Development Block Grant. If they receive the grant, there may be no charge to the town. The village will contact sources for a storm siren for Menards. The persons providing repairs to the village siren does not wish to make one. Council member Ron Keil, Jr. had contacted representatives from Norfolk and Southern Railroad about ditch cleaning on the railroads property adjacent to the Visitors Bureau. The village has also contacted ODOT about jet cleaning the culvert under State Route 15. In new business, council had been contacted about by Eric Matthews of Cavarys Cross about a broken steel drainage grate. The grate had been broken by semi-trailer traffic. Baker will take care of replacing the grate, and he will make sure that it is made of thicker steel. The public is reminded that this is an election year, and that four council positions and the offices of mayor and clerk are up for election. Petitions are due sometime in August. The only council members whose positions are not up for election at this time are Pamela Day and Ron Keil, Jr. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Monthly meetings of the Holiday City Village Council are held on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Kay Raypholtz can be reached at [email protected]
Fulton County Health Department Offering Immunizations By Appointment

Wauseon, OH Beginning August 1, Fulton County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunizations to customers by appointment only. The move to appointment clinics is based on several factors, but most importantly the Health Department wants to shorten the time people are waiting in line for shots. Because immunizations are now being covered by most insurance plans, the Health Department will no longer be able to use vaccines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Ohio Department of Health for children with insurance. The Health Department must privately purchase vaccines from manufacturers to immunize people with insurance. The cost of the vaccine and the administration fee will be billed to private insurance. Immunizations are considered a first dollar preventative service and the Affordable Care Act requires all insurances to pay for immunizations beginning January 2014. It would be inappropriate to use vaccine purchased with taxpayer dollars for persons with insurance. Your Health Department has been diligently working to secure contracts with private insurers in Fulton County. This is a major change for FCHD. It takes longer to collect insurance information, check insurance status, and complete the necessary paperwork required to bill insurance plans on the customers behalf. Scheduled appointments will help our clerks and nurses serve our residents in an efficient and timely manner states Mike Oricko, Health Commissioner. Mr. Oricko encourages families with insurance to consider getting immunizations from their primary care physician during preventive health check-ups, if the doctor provides vaccinations. However, the Health Department is happy to provide vaccinations to insured families if their physician does not provide immunizations. The Health Department will continue to receive vaccine from the CDC and Ohio Department of Health to serve people without insurance coverage. Although there is no charge for the vaccine, an administration fee is expected. No one will be turned away for inability to pay. Please call 419-337-0915 to schedule an appointment for immunizations. Check our website at www. fultoncountyhealthdept.com for more information on your Fulton County Health Department.
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Social Security Direct Express Card Texting Scam

The Social Security Administration (SSA) this week issued a warning for people who use the Direct Express card. The Direct Express card is the U.S. Treasurys alternative to direct deposit for people who do not have a bank account. Electronic payments from Social Security became mandatory earlier this year. The text message appears to come from Direct Express and instructs the card-holder to call a phone number. A recorded message states an internal error has occurred and tells the caller to press 1 for verification. When connected, the person is asked to enter their 16-digit card number, expiration date and PIN. SSA wants all beneficiaries to be aware of this scam. SSA advises: Do not call the phone number provided in the text message, and do not give out your Direct Express card information.
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By: Angi Walkup THE REPORTER The Stryker school district has applied for a 21st Century Grant for grades K-5, similar to the same grant that is currently funded to Stryker for the 6-12 grades. Weve applied several years for that and theyve told us that we have a very good chance this year of getting that and the ESC will maintain fiscal services for that grant if thats awarded to us, states Nate Johnson, Superintendent to Stryker School District. The current 6-12 grant will soon start its 4th year of the 5-year grant. With the start of the 4th year, it is also the first year the grant is not fully funded. The district does have the opportunity to reapply for the grant after the completion of the 5th year. Once the 5th year is complete we can reapply, but there is no guarantee, but we can reapply, states Johnson. Also, Stryker is in partnership with the Archbold school district with the 6-12 grant and Superintendent Johnson stated it would be his intent to partner again with Archbold if they so choose to partner again. Its in their best interest. Its more helpful for them to be a part of our grant to use some of our data, states Johnson. If awarded, the K-5 grant is $200,000 for 3 years, with a drop in funds in the 4th and 5th year. I think its been a great benefit to those students that do participate and gives them enrichment and alternative types of education that we cant provide during the school day, states Johnson of the grant. IN OTHER NEWS:
Summer school for grades 3-8 will be August 5-8 and August 12-15 Class schedules available for pick up August 8-13 Athletic Boosters Fall Meet the Teams night will be August 16th Open House will be August 19th from 5-6:30 pm Donation from the volleyball parents to the volleyball account: $103.97 Approved by the Board: School Health Nursing Program agreement with the William County Health Department for the 2013-14 school year at a cost of $15,000 Approved by the Board: approve the 2013-14 Calamity Day Blizzard Bag Make Up Plan Approved by the Board: approve the 2013-14 Agreement wit the Northwest Ohio Juvenile Detention, Training and Rehabilitation Center, at $38 per student, per week day for student assigned to NWOJDT &RC The Board approved Josh DeGroff as the Jr High Golf coach The Board accepted the resignation of Kim Miller as Jr High Athletic Director The Board approved Kim Miller as the High School Athletic Director The Board approved per diem rate based on 2013-14 contract for Dave Schultz for days to be worked in July, not exceed 8 days The Board approved Tim Oberlin as Classified and Bus Driver Substitute The Board did enter into executive session to consider the evaluation and/or review of a public employee or official. No action was taken. INFORMATION AND PHOTO PROVIDED The next Board of Education ROTARY ... Tuesday evening the Stryker Rotary Club sang happy birthday to meeting will take place on August one of their own. Bob Clark celebrated his 96th birthday. The members also 19th at 6:30 pm in the library. held their business meeting where Ron Short covered the club finances. There Angi Walkup can be reached at was also a discussion concerning the car raffle the club is using for a fund [email protected] er. Pictured from left to right are Fred Grisier, Bob Clark, and Rev. Jim Ernst.
MOTOR SPORTS ... Shown above is Alan Leininger, Powersport Engine Technology instructor (RIGHT) who had the opportunity to work at Soles Motor Sports in Stryker. Alan is shown working with Larry Soles, Owner (LEFT), and Four County Career Center graduate Brayton Roth (Archbold) (CENTER). Alan will utilize the training he received in general ATV/motorcycle repair and electrical systems, and what area employers are expecting of new employees in the workforce to train the students at the Career Center. To keep our career and technical training programs up-to-date with stateof-the-art technology, Four County Career Center instructors are eligible to participate in a Work Experience program sponsored by the Career Center. Instructors have the opportunity to participate with a local employer in an internship experience in the career and technical area of their expertise. Following their internship time, the instructors include the up-to-date training methods into their curriculum to give the best possible education to students attending the Career Center. The local internship site is not responsible for wages to instructors during their training. Through these types of partnerships with local businesses, Four County Career Center exists to serve the people of northwest Ohio.
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HARVEST TIME Farmers in the Edon and surrounding area took advantage of a break in the rains and worked endlessly over the past week taking off this years wheat. In addition to decent test weights (fifty-nine pounds per bushel), yields were very good, producing an average of eighty-five/ninety bushels to the acre. Reports also noted falling number wheat quality tests (not a grading factor), showed recent rainfall had caused sprout damage; grain started germinating in the field. With minimum accepted tolerance values between 275-300 seconds (needed to sell mill-quality wheat for flour and flour products), wheat in the vicinity towards Edon averaged 250, rendering it unsuitable for milling. Although a great yield and good weight made for premium prices, some wheat could not be sold at this time (unless buying practices for flour change); it will be kept for another year to blend off or be sold as feed wheat. Currently, grain prices at the Edon Farmers Co-Op list wheat at $6.30 per bushel.
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Montpelier Bean Days 2013 Celebrates Our Heritage, Our History Remember When?
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By: Timothy Kays THE REPORTER Somewhere between the era of the horse and oxen-drawn farm implements and the air-conditioned, computer and GPS-guided machinery of today, sat the era of early machinery. First came steam, and northwest Ohio was on the cutting edge with A.D. Baker of Swanton creating some truly magnificent machines that could not just work a field, but also power other machines around the farm. Steam had its limitations though, the most prominent being the fact that it was simply a dangerous machine to operate. The risk of boiler explosions was ever-present. However with the birth of the internal combustion engine, the behemoth steam engines began to vanish from fields, only to be replaced by the forerunners of the modern tractor. Many of those tractors were working the field east of the tracks during Plow Days in Alvordton on July 20. Vintage engines attached to equally vintage three and four blade plows may not sound unusual, but seeing, and in a few cases hearing some of these vintage tractors in the field brings one back to a day when these machines were entirely made in America, purchased by American farmers, and often operated by three or more generations of the same farming family. Sadly, those days are now banished to the memories of people who arent getting any younger. Plow Days, even if it is for a brief amount of time, brings those days back to life with the sound of the roar of an engine, and smell of exhaust fumes. Timothy Kays can be reached at [email protected]
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HAMMER ATHLETICS HAD MANY T-SHIRTS FOR SALE. LORI EITENIEAR (AT RIGHT) SERVES UP THE CROWDS FAVORITE BEANS WITH 2013 MISS OHIO SWEETHEART STACIE MOOR. PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY KAYS, STAFF MADE IN AMERICA ... Owned by Wayne Word, this beautifully restored 1950 IH Farmall Model H takes a break from the field.
THE SUPER AWESOME MONEY BAGS FILL THEIR BUCKETS.
VINTAGE POWER ... A popular depression-era John Deere tractor, the Model D, was easily identifiable by the sound of its two-cylinder engine. This one was certainly no exception.
THE PRICE OF DOWN TIME ... Since their workhorse days are generally behind them, vintage tractors tend to be idle for extended periods of time, which taps out the battery. Sometimes a weak battery picks an inopportune time to announce its presence.
Antique Tractor, Craft, Flea Market, Auctions and Pulls

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Williams County Fairgrounds Montpelier, OH
WILLIAMS COUNTY FAIR BOARD
July 25th - 28th

Thursday, July 25 Gates open 12 Noon Friday, July 26 Gates Open 7 am Saturday, July 27 Gates Open 7am Sunday, July 28 Gates Open 7am
Pet Show, Exotic Animal Show Saturday & Sunday 4pm Parade Line Up 5 pm Parade - Tractor and Pets in Front of Grand Stand 5 pm Consigned Furniture and Yard Auction in the Rabbit Building 6 pm Custers Cowboys 6 pm Blindfold Zero Turn, Figure 8 and Riding Mowers Sunday July 28 7 am Thaman open for breakfast 9 am Modified, Antique Tractor Point Pull tractors out of Indiana 10 -3 Crafts & Vendors open 10 am Custers Cowboys 1 pm Lawn Mower Pulls 1 pm Pet and Exotic Animal Show 3 pm Raffle Drawings
ABLE CAMPING AVAIL S ON THE GROUND
All Brands of Gas Engines & Tractors, Equipment, Trucks, Etc. Welcome Haul-In Pullers Welcome
CHILDRENS FARM TOY PLAY AREA
HIT & MISS ENGINES
Daily Admission $3.00

Children Under 12 FREE
(Sunday gates are FREE)
Thursday July 25 Haul in, Register and Weigh Tractors Set up for Vendors, Merchants, Concessioners Friday July 26 Set up for Vendors till 11 a.m. Weigh In Tractors All Day Friday 12-8 Vendors open 4-7 Chicken BBQ 5 pm Flag Raising Ceremony 6 pm Custers Cowboys 6 pm Mini Modified Tractor Pulls Saturday July 27 7:30-10:30 am Pancake & Sausage Breakfast at Thaman Building 9 am Honor Our Country 9 am Antique Auction 9 am Vendors open until 8 pm 11am Kids Games, Fishing In The Pond 1 pm Custers Cowboys 1:30 pm Antique Tractor Pull
CUSTERS CO WBOYS COMPETING ALL 3 DAYS!
PET & EXOTIC S ANIMAL SHOW
Fair Foundation Restaurant open all weekend in the Thaman Building serving great meals
Selling tickets for a Zero Turn Gravity Lawn Mower $5 EACH OR 3 FOR $10
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Church News
Devotional Thought / Fellowship of Christian Athletes
By: Rex Stump - Preparation, Not Calculation
I know in athletics that various things will take place in the field of competition; I just dont know when they will exactly take place. I know when we play baseball, someone is going to hit the ball to our infield, I just dont know exactly when or where. I know in basketball, certain plays are going to be run, I just dont know when. The best thing I can do as a coach is to prepare my team, so that when things happen, we will not be surprised. As I recently drove home, I knew I was going to get caught in a nasty storm, but I didnt know how bad it would be. I drove safely through the storm, but for the next hour I witnessed incredible damage to houses, trees, and farms. We can be alerted to the weather forecast, see the dark clouds approaching, and sense a storm is brewing; but we wont know the damage until it arrives. In the book of Mark, Jesus tells his disciples that someday He will return. There will be signs and forecasts of the end days and His return, no doubt about it! Mark 13:29 says, In the same way, when you see all these things taking place, you can know that his return is very near, right at the door. Right at the door! That means there is no mistaking his arrival is taking place! Its going to happen. Although we will try to make calculations to His return, we dont and cant know the exact time! No one knows! Mark 13:32 says, However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows. So instead of making calculations for the return of Christ, we need to make preparation! Jesus said, And since you dont know when that time will come, be on guard! Stay alert! Jesus says Watch out! Be on guard! Stay alert! Keep watch! and Watch for him! in just one short teaching moment. Do you think He is trying to tell His disciples and us something important? Absolutely! Be prepared for the return of Jesus Christ. He is coming back guaranteed! The signs will be evident guaranteed! Are you ready?? When I see a kid squaring up to bunt, Im yelling to my defense to prepare for the bunt its coming! I dont want my team to miss the opportunity to make a play. In the same way, have I prepared others for the return of Jesus Christ? Your family, your teammates, your co-workers are they ready? Have you prepared yourself spiritually? Here are a few simple things to do in preparation. After seeking forgiveness and placing your faith in Jesus Christ, I suggest that we work on loving God. We let our love for Him be manifested in obedience to Gods Word and His Spirit each day. If you love God, you will love others. If you really love others, you will help them prepare for the return of Jesus Christ. Its going to happen, dont worry about calculating the moment, just daily work on preparing for it! For more reading, check out the whole chapter of Mark 13, Acts 1:10-11, and I Corinthians 1:6-8.
CHURCH LISTINGS
West Franklin United Methodist Corner of Fulton Co. Rd L & 27-1 West Unity, Ohio *9:14 a.m. Sunday Worship & Jr. Church *10:30 a.m. Sunday School Edon Church of Christ 101 Franklin, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Worship Columbia Church of Christ 14832 Co. Rd. 1-50, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Adults & Youth Service First Lutheran Church 701 S. Defiance St., Stryker *8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:00 a.m. Sunday School *5:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Worship Olive Branch Christian St. Rt. 127 & Co. Rd. P, Fayette *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening *6:00 p.m. Bible Study Alvordton United Brethren 311 East Main St., Alvordton 9:30 am Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 7:00 p.m. Every 3rd Thursday Community Sing Montpelier Church of Christ 104 W. Jefferson St., Montpelier *Adult Sunday School: 9 a.m. *Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. *Wednesday Workouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m. *Classes for all ages. Living Hope Free Methodist 1051 W. Jackson St., West Unity *9:30 a.m. Sunday 10:15-10:45 Fellowship 10:45-12:00 Worship Service Youth Groups through the school year are: *6:30 p.m. Wednesday 1-12 year olds 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High 8:00 p.m. Sr. High Bethlehem Christian Union Co. Rd. M-50 &Co. Rd. 4, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service *Tuesday Food Pantry *7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer, Adventure Club for children & youth Mt. Union Christian Union St. Rt. 49, Cooney, Ohio *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Service *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Adult & Children Northwest Christian Edon NW School, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday Service (Jr. Church &Wee Church) St. Pauls United Methodist 402 Broad St, Montpelier, *9:00 a.m. Sunday Prayer Walk *9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Pine Grove Mennonite 04524 Co. Rd. 20-50, Stryker *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship
Winning The Battle For A Generation

ARE YOU STRESSED OUT AT WORK?
I read an article in PreachingToday.com regarding Americans being stressed out at work. Nearly 70 of Americans cite work as a major source of stress in their lives; over half of Americans report being unsatisfied and unhappy with their jobs. How can the typical worker find a little more satisfaction in work? Adam Grant, a researcher at the Wharton School of Business, offers some simple advice: become a giver at work. Based on his research, Grant has identified three basic kinds of workers: takers, matchers, and givers. Takers see the workplace as a competitive, dog-eat-dog place. If I dont look out for myself first, takers think, no one will. Matchers believe that work relationships are governed by even exchanges of favors. In contrast, givers are otherfocused, paying more attention to what other people need from them. Their hallmark is generosity at work. Surprisingly, Grant has found that only 8 percent of people describe themselves as givers at work. Thats because most people assume that in the workplace givers will never get ahead in their career. Also, when people are stressed out at work, their first instinct is to retreat into a taker mentality. But Grants research consistently shows that givers are among the most successful people in business. They may also be the happiest. In one study, Grant found that givers who were high school teachers were less vulnerable to stress and exhaustion if they saw the impact their giving was having on their students. Being a giver at work also has lasting benefits on well-being outside of work. In a study of 68 firefighters, those who helped others on the job felt happier at home at bedtime than those who did not. Grant asks a question thats relevant to every follower of Christ: Would you rather achieve success [at work] that comes at the expense of others or in ways that lift other people up? What a great question! We are also reminded in scripture how we are to carry out our work Colossians 3:23 (NIV), 23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men Lets all of us endeavor to give something back in our work this week; something encouraging to our fellow employees, our employers and something that brings glory to God. Amen!
Rick Jones, Executive Director, Defiance Area Youth for Christ. For more information about the work of Youth for Christ, 419-782-0656, or email: [email protected]
Pioneer Church of the Nazarene Corner of SR 15 & CR S Pioneer, Ohio *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *11:00 a.m. Sunday School *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting St. Peters Lutheran Church Rev. Roger Marlow, Pastor 201 N Church Edon, OH 43518 Tel: 419-272-2113 *9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:15 a.m. Sunday School *6:30 p.m. Wednesday Catechism Class Solid Rock Community 102 Egly Drive, West Unity *9:15 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Worship *7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Adult, Children & Youth Studies Edon United Methodist 103 Pleasant St., Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship St. Joseph Catholic 625 Washington St., Blakeslee *4:00 p.m. Saturday Mass *8:30 a.m. Monday Mass *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth CCD Class River of Life Worship Center 14226 U.S. 20A, Montpelier *9:30 Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Wed. Worship www.rolworship.org Zion Lutheran Church 405 Hickory Street, Montpelier *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study
Attention Edon, Montpelier, Pioneer, West Unity, Stryker & Fayette Area Congregation Members:
paid (includes photo and extra lines of text) or free directory listings (above). If your church listing has not been published above, we are still awaiting your Churchs information. Please email us at [email protected] so we can include your listing as soon as possible.
The Village Reporter spent 20 hours calling every church in our immediate coverage area to set up either
Bethlehem Christian Union Church

Invites you to our services: Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship Hour: 10:30 am Sunday Evening: 7:00 pm
Our services are Bible centered with an Evangelistic approach, and a call to decision. Gospel music is Traditional with a blend of Southern Gospel.
Nursery provided For infant to 2 yrs - am Jr. Church (1) For 2-3 year olds - am Jr. Church (2) For 4-12 year olds - am We are located at the corner of Co. Rd. M-50 & County Rd. 4 Edon, OH
CHURCH DIRECTORY LISTING & SPIRITUAL NEWS SPONSORED IN PART BY:
Farmers Edge
120 S. Beech St. * PO Box 150 * Bryan
Fountain City Christian School

Providing Academic Excellence, Christian Dedication, Community Involvement, International Commitment, Spiritual Formation
Veterinary Hospital
BUCKEYE
419-298-2385
C -Store -n-More
03422 SR 49 North, Edgerton 419-298-2339 1432 Whitaker Way, Montpelier 419-485-5668
For information call 419-636-2333
River of Life Worship Center

Pastor Homer Miller
14226 US Hwy 20-A Montpelier 419-485-5029
Sunday: Praise & Worship - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening - 7:00 p.m.
West Unity United Methodist Church West Unity Churches Team Up For Growing In Schedules Annual Ice Cream Social Friendship With Jesus Vacation Bible School
ICE CREAM ... Shown preparing the ice cream from last years social are, from left, Ben Westfall, Pete Stipe, Bob Rohlf, Dan Short, Ken Esterline, and Paul Koch.
Once again the West unity United methodist Church, on the corner of 127 and 311 N Liberty St., is preparing for our annual Ice Cream Social, also in conjunction the famous Route 127 Yard Sale. The event will take place on August 1, from 11am to 6pm. We will be serving a full menu of homemade chicken and barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, cakes, pies, and of course homemade ice cream.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ... Growing in Friendship with Jesus Vacation Bible School is being held August 5th,6th with closing program August 7th at the First Presbyterian Church, 201 East North Street in West Unity along with the West Unity United Methodist Church. Registration at 5:30 P.M. with program starting at 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. each evening. Please come and join in the friendship, games, music, crafts and snacks.
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
HELP WANTED - Drivers: $2,500.00 Sign-On Bonus! Get Home Weekly & Weekends, running Dedicated Account. Werner Enterprises: 1-888-567-4862. July 24 HELP WANTED - Drivers, CDL-A: Dedicated Account. Get home 2-3 times weekly! The Best Pay, Equipment, Benefits & More! Roll with the best @ US Xpress: 866293-9006. July 31 HELP WANTED - The Millcreek-West Unity Local School has the following positions available: * Junior High Cheerleading Advisor; and * High School Cheerleading Advisor. The salary will be based on the Negotiated Salary Schedule. The following items will be accepted until the position is filled: cover letter, resume, and references. Submit to: Millcreek-West Unity Local School, c/o Jana Griffin, 1401 W. Jackson St., West Unity, OH 43570, Email: [email protected]
For Sale
FOR SALE - Need a better solution to your high cost cell phone bill but dont want to lose service or change your number? We can help find you provider to fit your needs at a reasonable rate. Plans start as low as $12 per month. Think of the cash you can save!! Call Randy at Randy Stone Wireless 419-279-8133. FOR SALE - 2007 Cirrus. Must see to appreciate! 24 CRB (27 tip to tip) Immaculately clean and maintained. Queen bed w/storage under, tub & shower, microwave, stove, furnace, refrigerator, stereo, air conditioning, slide out in sitting area, nice awning. Asking $9,000.00 or will consider serious reasonable offers. Phone 419-6368841. FOR SALE 1997 Chevy Astro Van. Used as newspaper delivery vehicle. Very reliable, serviced regularly. Blue Book: ($1,923 - $2,748) $1,699 OBO. Call (419) 630-4305.
THE VILLAGE & WAUSEON REPORTER NEWSPAPERS ARE EXPANDING AND
WE NEED HELP!
For Rent
We are in need of two motivated candidates to sell display / print advertisement in Northwest Ohio. One position is part time, the other is full. Job duties split between our Montpelier & Wauseon Offices. Work conducted via phones/email and by visiting local businesses. Prior sales experience, organizational skills and workable computer knowledge a plus. $8 per hour plus commission bonus after 90 days. We are in need of candidates to help process our print products (putting newspaper sections together, adding inserts to newspaper copies, labeling newspapers for subscribers, etc.) approximately 2-6 hours each week on Wednesday mornings at our Montpelier location. One position will include delivery of newspapers to area counter sale locations (additional hourly fuel & wear/tear vehicle income added to hourly payroll rate). Candidate should have a clean driving record and dependable transportation. $8 per hour to start. We are in need of two candidates to help cover Hometown News in Northwest Ohio via our 130+ year old Hometown News Organization (Edon, Montpelier, Pioneer, West Unity, Stryker, Fayette & Wauseon, Ohio News). Positions are part time, approximately 1020 hours each week / most assignments 12 noon mid evening / write from the comforts of home! Candidates should have workable writing skills, their own digital camera, home internet access and a love for Hometown News. $8 per hour with room for quick financial hourly increase. GRAPHIC DESIGN & NEWSPAPER LAYOUT We are in need of candidates to help design newspaper advertisement and process news releases for print and the web in our Montpelier, Ohio office. Candidate should have strong editing skills and workable understanding of InDesign & Photoshop. $8 per hour with room for quick financial hourly increase.
SALES REPRESENTATIVES
CLAY MEADOWS
Wanted
WANTED TO BUY - Junk cars & trucks, dead or alive, top dollar $ paid. 419-7081615, 419-335-1358.
APARTMENTS
CALL 419-237-2240
Some rental assistance for qualified applicants. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
NEWSPAPER DISTRIBUTION & PROCESSING
Now Accepting Applications For Newly Remodeled 1&2 Bedroom Apartments in Fayette
Service
SERVICES - B & R Painting / Power washing, interior & exterior painting, powerwashing vinyl, brick block, driveways and sidewalks. For more details call 419-574-2911, 517-4034203, Delta. (Insured).
SERVICES Offering tree removal, trimming and stump grinding at an affordable price. Free estimates and senior citizens discounts available. Fully insured. Needing a driveway redone? Driveway gravel available by the tons, we deliver. Call us today Top Line Tree Service 419-237-7078.
NEWS REPORTER
Storage
STORAGE - West Unity Storage Units for Rent. Month To Month Rates - Call 419/924-5007. 10x20 $49 10x10 $38
Human Resources
Human Resources Outsourcing Services 419-261-0155
Garage Sale
HUGE MOVING SALE Friday and Saturday July 26-27. Includes furniture, household, boys clothes, toddler sizes, outdoor items, toys, and miscellaneous. Everything must go!! 8467 County Road 22, Archbold, OH 43502. First house North of the Turnpike on 22.
Please send resumes to [email protected] No calls or office visits please
Assisting businesses with the impact of managing Human Resource administration regardless of whether you have 2 employees or 500. Call today at 419-261-0155 and find out how you can save time and money running your business or visit us on the web at www.hrsystems.cc
Antique Tractor, Craft, Flea Market, Auctions and Pulls

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Featuring rs and
Williams County Fairgrounds Montpelier, OH
WILLIAMS COUNTY FAIR BOARD
July 25th - 28th

Thursday, July 25 Gates open 12 Noon Friday, July 26 Gates Open 7 am Saturday, July 27 Gates Open 7am Sunday, July 28 Gates Open 7am
CHILDRENS FARM TOY PLAY AREA HIT & MISS ENGINES
ABL CAMPING AVAIL DS ON THE GROUN
All Brands of Gas Engines & Tractors, Equipment, Trucks, Etc. Welcome Haul-In Pullers Welcome E
Daily Admission $3.00

Children Under 12 FREE
(Sunday gates are FREE)
Thursday July 25 Haul in, Register and Weigh Tractors Set up for Vendors, Merchants, Concessioners Friday July 26 Set up for Vendors till 11 a.m. Weigh In Tractors All Day Friday 12-8 Vendors open 4-7 Chicken BBQ 5 pm Flag Raising Ceremony 6 pm Custers Cowboys 6 pm Mini Modified Tractor Pulls Saturday July 27 7:30-10:30am Pancake & Sausage Breakfast at Thaman Building 9 am Honor Our Country 9 am Antique Auction 9 am Vendors open until 8 pm 11am Kids Games, Fishing In The Pond 1 pm Custers Cowboys 1:30 pm Antique Tractor Pull
Pet Show, Exotic Animal Show Saturday & Sunday 4pm Parade Line Up 5 pm Parade - Tractor and Pets in Front of Grand Stand 5 pm Consigned Furniture and Yard Auction in the Rabbit Building 6 pm Custers Cowboys 6 pm Blindfold Zero Turn, Figure 8 and Riding Mowers Sunday July 28 7 am Thaman open for breakfast 9 am Modified, Antique Tractor Point Pull tractors out of Indiana 10 -3 Crafts & Vendors open CUSTERS COWBOYS 10 am Custers Cowboys COMPETING 1 pm Lawn Mower Pulls ALL 3 DAYS! 1 pm Pet and Exotic Animal Show 3 pm Raffle Drawings
PET & EXOTIC ANIMAL SHOWS
Fair Foundation Restaurant open all weekend in the Thaman Building serving great meals
Selling tickets for a Zero Turn Gravity Lawn Mower $5 EACH OR 3 FOR $10
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Wednesday, July 24th, 2013

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Pioneer Council Approves Repairs To Parks Basketball & Tennis Courts

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~ AREA OBITUARIES & DEATH NOTICES ~

Warren Black (1948-2013)

Dr. Jan L. Garber

Neoma J. Carpenter (1925-2013)

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William H. Gasche (1936-2013)

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LOCAL POLICE, EMS &FIRE REPORTS

Alvordton Couple Celebrates 50th Wedding Anniversary

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Pioneer Council Approves Repairs To Parks Basketball ...

Edon Couple Celebrates Birthday & 60th Anniversary

PHOTO BY KAY RAYPHOLTZ, STAFF

West Unity United Methodist

August 1st, 2013

11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Youve Spent a Lifetime Preparing for Retirement.

DALE VAUGHN AND THE LOST HORSEMEN 11:00-1:00

LIVE BAND - SIGNATURE 9:00 TO 10:30

HOGROAST CAR SHOW - $100 CASH PRIZE PEOPLES CHOICE

Door & Operator Specials

DRAWING $800 Certificate to Apply Towards a New Door

Enjoy Free Food, Live Bands & Drawings! *Need Not Be

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MONTPELIERS MIGHTY LOCOMOTIVES.

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Looking Back At What We Read Years Ago

1962 Stryker FHA Group

THE ADVANCE REPORTER (MERGE) ESTABLISHED 1976

1984 Edon Varsity Volleyball

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Millcreek West Unity School Board Bids Dr. Smith Farewell

North Central School Board Holds July Meeting

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