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Missing Troy man, 55, found dead Officials: No foul play is suspected

Romney, Obama get feisty in second debate

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Doug Cron prepares a cot at his transport vehicle Tuesday as county coroner, Dr. Bruce Nordquist, watches on Kessler-Frederick Road at Wheelock Road. They were preparing to remove the body of Thomas James, 55, of Troy, from the spot where it was located in a nearby wooded area.

Aaggressive President Barack Obama accused challenger Mitt Romney of favoring a “one-point plan” to help the rich and leveling offensive criticism about the recent deadly terrorist attack in Libya Tuesday night in a debate crackling with energy and emotion just three weeks before the election. Romney pushed back hard, saying the middle class “has been crushed over the last four years,” that 23 million Americans are struggling to find work and that the death of the U.S. ambassador to Libya was part of an unraveling of the administration’s foreign policy.

found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the head area around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Duchak said the body was leanBY MELANIE YINGST ing against a tree near the creek bank. Staff Writer James’ body was found about threemyingst@tdnpublishing.com quarters of a mile from where his car was A Troy man who was reported missing located on Monday evening at the 5500 Sunday was found deceased in a wooded block of Kessler-Frederick Road. James’ area along a creek bank near Kessler- family reported him missing Sunday. Duchak said preliminary reports state Frederick and Wheelock roads. According to Deputy Chief Dave • See MISSING on Page 2 Duchak, 55 year-old Thomas James was

LUDLOW FALLS

Man fair after falling 50 feet Remains hospitalized for injuries

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I’m out of the loop when it comes to T.V.

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I think my ignorance of popular television shows is beginning to affect my social life. I’m not sure when I actually fell off the bandwagon, but I didn’t fully realize it until a couple weeks ago when my co-workers were all riled up to watch “New Girl.” All eyes were glued to the TV in the office. All eyes except mine.

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Miami County residents take part in the inaugural crossing of the new Adams Street Bridge Monday.

$6 million bridge unveiled Ceremony caps 16 months of construction

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INSIDE TODAY Advice ............................8 Calendar.........................3 Classified......................11 Comics ...........................9 Deaths .....................4 & 6 Judy C. Allen Barbara J. Ely Berman C. Small Nancy Lee Davis-Ross Gary Dale Wise Lawrence Pierce Merle W. Welty Jackie L. Bohn Sharon Kay Koeller Jean L. Rowe Leonard E. North Craig S. Smith Fred L. Van Kirk Mary Ann Betts Larry Jo Miller Horoscopes ....................9 Opinion ...........................5 Sports...........................14 TV...................................8

The weather for the 10 a.m. dedication ceremony Monday was cold and blustery, but the Adams Street Bridge was warmly received by Miami County residents. “We thank you for coming out on this rather chilly day, but a beautiful day — a historic day,” said Troy Mayor Mike Beamish. Following roughly 16 months of construction, the bridge — costing more than $6 million — is now open to the public. Miami County Engineer Paul Huelskamp, former county engineer Doug Christian and ODOT Deputy Director Randy Chevalley — who called ODOT “the big brother in the project” — also gave their remarks

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TROY regarding this historic day in Troy. “I just have to wonder what this place looked like 136 years ago,” Christian said, referring to the first bridge in that location over the Great Miami River, constructed in 1876. This initial structure was replaced in 1913 and then later reconstructed in 1922. Then in 2004, a study found deterioration that made renovation impractical, and thus local officials began planning to replace the bridge, including procuring federal money to fund the project. In the end, about 80 percent of the construction costs were paid for by federal funds. The structure unveiled Monday

was built with historic character in mind. Two plaques from the former bridge were refurbished for the new one. For the first time, the bridge incorporates the bike path. “I’m looking forward to it from a cycling standpoint,” said city councilman Tom Kendall, who was a part of the crowd. “We’ve been having to go around (use the detour) to make the connection.” Following the remarks, Beamish — flanked by other city officials — cut the ribbon across the bridge and conducted the ceremonial first crossing. “The bridge is officially open,” he proclaimed. A celebratory cake and other sweets awaited attendees under a tent along the levee.

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Sidewalk assessments for the upcoming North Market Street project — approved at the last council meeting — drew concern from a few residents at Monday’s Troy City Council meeting. Council voted Monday to move forward on appointing an assessment equalization board that will handle all written objections to the project. Two Troy residents on North Market Street asked whether the city would be providing residents with square footage

TROY estimates and corresponding costs, adding that it seems unfair to charge residents for repairing sidewalks that they say are fine as is. Director of Public Service and Safety Patrick Titterington said bids would be set later this year or early next year, with the project expected to take six to eight months. Having a contractor also ensures the project is completed as efficiently as possible, he added. “We have it phased so we don’t have to lose a

road entirely, or at least only for a very, very brief time,” he said. Eric Weaver, owner of Splish Splash Auto Bath at 702 N. Market St., also voiced his concerns about the negative effect construction would have on his business, stating that the city needs to be providing more information to homeowners and business owners alike. “Lack of information is the scariest part,” Weaver said. “…I think we need to work together, businesses and the city.” Titterington responded that the city will be passing along more information as it becomes avail-

able, while seeking input from residents. “We do have every intention of having neighborhood meetings once we have better, more final information,” he said. In scheduled council business, members approved all legislation including: • A two-year contract with The Rozzi Company, Inc., for Fourth of July fireworks, costing $31,500 per year. • The bidding of lime ($257,400), limestone/ aggregate ($35,650) and asphalt materials ($44,100).

Ludlow Falls resident Tom Maguire survived a 50-foot fall late Monday morning. The ham radio operator was realigning his antenna when his foot slipped, according to Ludlow Falls Fire Department Chief Greg Bridenbaugh. Maguire, 71, fell 30 feet, hit his garage roof, then rolled off to the ground. He had to be taken by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital. Maguire suffered a brain bleed, broken arms, cracked ribs, broken vertebrate and concerns with his eye socket and knee. Maguire remains hospitalilized in fair condition, according to a Miami Valley Hospital spokesperson. “He took a pretty good fall and had substantial injuries,” Bridenbaugh said. He commended Union Township Life Squad for a “very good job,” saying if Maguire had been moved in the wrong way, it could have been fatal.

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Tipp City Council OKs Internet ordinance BY CECILIA FOX For the Troy Daily News ceciliaafox@gmail.com Though an ordinance extending the moratorium on internet cafes in Tipp City failed at the last meeting, city council voted Monday night to approve it. City council passed the moratorium last November and it was extended for six months in May of this year. The ordinance failed at the Oct 1 meeting because

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Obama, Romney get fiesty in second debate HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) — An aggressive President Barack Obama accused challenger Mitt Romney of favoring a “one-point plan” to help the rich and leveling offensive criticism about the recent deadly terrorist attack in Libya Tuesday night in a debate crackling with energy and emotion just three weeks before the election. Romney pushed back hard, saying the middle class “has been crushed over the last four years,” that 23 million Americans are struggling to find work and that the death of the U.S. ambassador to Libya was part of an unraveling of the administration’s foreign policy. The president was feistier from the outset than he had been in their initial encounter two weeks ago, when he turned in a listless performance that sent shudders through his supporters and helped fuel a rise by Romney in opinion polls nationally and in some battleground states. Obama challenged Romney on economics and energy policy, accusing him of switching positions and declaring that his economic plan was a “sketchy deal” that the public should reject. Romney gave as good as he got.

• The Troy Elevator The grain prices listed below are the closing prices of Tuesday. Corn Bid Change Month Oct 7.4300 + 0.0100 J/F/M 13 7.5300 + 0.0100 NC 13 5.8300 - 0.0300 Soybeans Month Bid Change Oct 14.5400 + 0.0125 J/F/M 13 14.7300 + 0.0100 NC 13 12.5800 + 0.0350 Wheat Month Bid Change Oct 8.2300 - 0.0050 NC 13 7.9300 - 0.0025 You can find more information online at www.troyelevator.com. • Stocks of local interest Values reflect closing prices from Tuesday. Symbol Price Change AA 8.94 +0.14 CAG 28.40 -0.01 CSCO 18.85 +0.30 EMR 48.88 +0.48 F 10.30 +0.08 FITB 15.00 -0.37 129.97 +1.41 FLS 24.79 +0.31 GM ITW 59.61 +0.74 JCP 26.12 +0.24 KMB 86.66 +0.39 KO 37.90 -0.23 KR 24.43 +1.00 LLTC 32.56 +0.52 MCD 94.09 +0.59 MSFG 12.34 -0.07 PEP 70.30 -0.04 SYX 11.97 +0.21 55.31 +0.21 TUP USB 33.61 -0.02 44.08 -0.42 VZ — Staff and wire reports

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President Barack Obama speaks as Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, listens during the second presidential debate Tuesday, at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y.

“You’ll get your chance in a moment. I’m still speaking,” the former Massachusetts governor said at one point while Obama was mid-sentence. He said the president’s policies had failed to jumpstart the economy and crimped energy production. The open-stage format left the two men free to stroll freely across a red-carpeted stage, and they did. Their clashes crackled with energy and tension, and the crowd watched raptly as the two sparred while struggling to appear calm and affable before a national television audience. The rivals disagreed about taxes, measures to reduce the deficit, energy, pay equity for women and health care issues. Immigration prompted yet another clash, Romney saying Obama had failed to pursue the comprehensive legislation he promised at the dawn of his administration, and the president saying Republican obstinacy made a deal impossible. Under the format agreed to in advance, members of an audience of 82 uncommitted voters posed questions to the president and his challenger. Nearly all of them concerned domestic policy until one raised the

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Missing • CONTINUED FROM 1 this is a suicide and no foul play is suspected. Duchak said autopsy reports will be released in six-to-eight weeks. “We are not finding any evidence of foul play at this time,” Duchak said. Duchak said local law enforcement agencies set up a command center at Brush Creek Church of God to continue the search for James. More than seven canines were part of the search and ultimately led officials to James’ location, Duchak said. A blanket and an umbrella was among items found near the scene prior to the discovery of James’ body. Family identified the

When is a person considered missing? Captain Joe Long of Troy Police said a waiting period of 24 to 48 hours for police to begin searching for a missing person is a myth. In the case of Thomas James, family members reported the man missing within several hours of being unable to locate him last Sunday. “It is a myth that we wait for any period of time,” Long said. “An adult can be missing, just like a juvenile, as long as certain criteria are met because an adult can come and go as they please.” Long said the manner of which James’ disappearance was unusual, therefore, an alert was sent to area agencies to be on the lookout for person after a few hours of his disappearance. “We talk with the family and deem if anything is out of the ordinary or out of character for the person and go from there,” Long said.

articles as belonging to the man. Duchak said it was possible the man had passed away Sunday. Duchak said Troy Police, Franklin K-9 units,

Huber Heights K-9 units, volunteer search and Tipp City medics were on hand throughout the search and their efforts were appreciated.

Energy regarding the Government Aggregation Opt-Out Program, at a cost of $47,000. • Removing easement and dedicating a right of way on McKaig Avenue near Troy Bowl. In concluding remarks: • Mayor Mike Beamish praised the new Adams Street Bridge. “I want to thank citizens for their patience and understanding,” Beamish said. In addition, he said two co-chairs have been appointed for the 2014 Troy bicentennial celebration: Stan Kegley, city of

Troy project manager, and Doug Trembley, city council member and Troy Museum Corporation president. • Titterington gave an update on the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system at the Water Treatment Plant. Thanks to aggressive bidding, he said the city received an offer from Lake Erie Electric that will save the city more than $200,000. He also reminded residents that leaf pickup begins this week, and more information is available at www.troyohio.gov/Leaf%20 Schedule.html.

Project • CONTINUED FROM 1 • Renewal of a five-year agreement with Lostcreek Township for Troy to provide EMS services. Troy will retain ambulance fees and be compensated with a fee per year increasing 2 percent annually. • Entering into contracts for the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel on an “as needed” basis. • Proceeding in an agreement with Summit

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• CONTINUED FROM 1 both Mayor Dee Gillis and Councilwoman Katelyn Black were absent and Councilman Bryan Budding voted no. Since all council members were in attendance at the Oct 15 meeting — and Budding cast the only nay vote — there were enough yes votes for the ordinance to become effective immediately. At the last meeting, Budding asked what the city would accomplish by extending the moratorium, saying, “For me, I think our direction should actually be putting legislation on how they are going to be regulated.” Council President John Kessler explained that, since the state has not yet determined how to regulate this type of business, Tipp City should not make any laws regulating them. Otherwise, the city runs the risk of having those laws invalidated when the state makes a decision. Council also approved several ordinances issuing bond anticipation notes for four upcoming construction projects: The South Third Street reconstruction project, the renovation and expansion of the Fire/EMS station, the Utility Downtown Replacement project, and the Roselyn subdivision water and sewer line replacement project. The first ordinance authorizes the issuance of up to $536,000 in bond anticipation notes for the non-utility portions of the South Third Street reconstruction project, which is currently under design. The project should be out to bid late this year and construction is expected to

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subject of the recent death of the U.S. ambassador to Libya in a terrorist attack at an American post in Benghazi. Romney said it took Obama a long time to admit the episode had been a terrorist attack, but Obama said he had said so the day after in an appearance in the Rose Garden outside the White House. When moderator Candy Crowley of CNN said the president had in fact done so, Obama, prompted, “Say that a little louder, Candy.” Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has taken responsibility for the death of Ambassador L. Christopher Stevens and three other Americans, but Obama said bluntly, “I’m the president and I’m always responsible. Romney said it was “troubling” that Obama continued with a campaign event in Las Vegas on the day after the attack in Libya, an event he said had “symbolic significance and perhaps even material significance.” Obama seemed to bristle. He said it was offensive for anyone to allege that he or anyone in his administration had used the incident for political purposes. “That’s not what I do.”

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• SPIDER SENSES: The Homeschool Nature Club at Brukner Nature Center will present Spider Senses from 2-4 p.m. at the center. Participants are invited to come along as staff investigate spiders and their “spidy senses.” The fee is $2.50 for member and $5 for nonmembers. • KIWANIS MEETING: The Kiwanis Club of Troy will meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Troy Country Club. Richard Bender, executive director of the United Way of Troy, will speak about the campaign and Nicole Hanes, director of the Troy Rec, will speak about the United Way’s impact on local nonprofits. For more information, contact Donn Craig, vice president, at (937) 418-1888. • CHESS, CHECKERS AND FUN!: Students in grades second through eighth are invited to stop by the Troy-Miami County Public Library after school from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for a fun time of chess, checkers and other games. Snacks will be available. No registration is required.

THURSDAY • BREAKFAST SET: The Sons Of The American Legion Post 43, 622 S.Market St., will host an all-you-can-eat buffetstyle breakfast from 710:30 a.m. The cost is $7. Breakfast will include scrambled eggs, homemade fried potatoes, sausage gravy and biscuits, bacon, sausage, waffles, toast, orange juice and coffee. Takeout orders are available by calling 339-3502. • CHESS CLUB: Whether you are a chess master or an amateur, all types of players at invited to attend at 6:30 p.m. at the Troy-Miami County Library. Play against your friends and family or sit back and watch others capture the pieces. Learn new strategies to controlling the board and defeating your opponent. • PHILLY CHEESESTEAK: American Legion Post No. 43, 622 S. Market St., will offer a philly cheesesteak with fries dinner from 5-7:30 p.m. for $8. • CLASS LUNCH: The 1956 class of Piqua Central High School will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. at Heck Yeah on County Road 25-A, Piqua. • DISCOVERY WALK: A morning discovery walk for adults will be from 89:30 a.m. at Aullwood Audubon Center, 1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton. Tom Hissong, education coordinator, will lead walkers as they experience the wonderful seasonal changes taking place. Bring binoculars.

FRIDAYSUNDAY • BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Troy-Miami County Public Library will sponsor the semi-annual book sale at the Miami County Fairgrounds. Preview night will be from 6-9 p.m. Thursday for new and renewing members, who may purchase memberships at the door. Other hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Special books, CDs and videocassettes, book sets and puzzles are individually priced. All other books are 50 cents each. Sunday is $1 per bag day and specials are half price. All proceeds will be used for special purchases and programs at the library. For more information, call the library at 339-0502.

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FRIDAY • POT PIE: The Tipp City Seniors will offer a pot pie supper beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Tipp City American Legion, 377 N. Third St., Tipp City. Meals will be $7 and will include a vegetable, salad and dessert. • FRIDAY DINNER: The Covington VFW Post No. 4235, 173 N. High St., Covington, will offer dinner from 5-8 p.m. For more information, call 753-1108. • CHICKEN DINNER: The Sons of AMVETS will serve chicken dinners with fries, slaw and a roll from 5:30-8 p.m. for $8.

SATURDAYSUNDAY • HAUNTED WOODS: Brukner Nature Center will offer its kid-friendly evening filled with a guided walk, live wildlife and costumed characters from 6:30-8 p.m. A guide will lead participants down a luminary-lit trail and stop at five stations to learn about creatures of the night. Activities also include free face painting, crafts and games, storytelling at a campfire, plus cookies and cider after the hike. A kid’s costume “contest” also has been introduced, where everyone is a winner. The program is $3 per person for BNC members and $5 per person for non-members. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis on the night of the event, handed out in the order that you arrive at the gate. The gate opens at 6 p.m. with the first group leaving at 6:30 p.m. and every 5 minutes after that. Parking is limited. For more information, call BNC at (937) 698-6493 or email education@bruknernaturecenter.com.

SATURDAY • AUTUMN IN THE COUNTRY: An “Autumn in the Ohio Country 1812” event will be offered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Staley Mill Farm and Indian Creek Distillery, 7095 Staley Road, New Carlisle. Event admission with a distillery tour will be $5. There will be free parking. The event also will include historic re-enactors and interpreters portraying War of 1812 militia and civilians, preparing food on a campfire for the militia, dyeing and sewing of uniforms and historical society displays from the area. Thomas Jefferson,

portrayed by Steven Edenbo, featured on The History Channel, will speak from 1-2 p.m. and mingle with visitors after. • PORK CHOPS: The Pleasant Hill VFW Post No. 6557, 7578 W. Fenner Road, Ludlow Falls, will offer a marinated pork chop (non-marinated available upon request) dinner with baked potato and green bean casserole for $9 from 5-7 p.m. • FANTASTIC FACES: Students in grades K-5 and their families are invited to come to the TroyMiami County Public Library from 1-2 p.m. to create fantastic fall faces using fruits, vegetables, leaves, sticks, bottle caps, buttons, yarn and other craft materials. Call the library at 339-0502 to register. • PIG ROAST: The A.B. Graham Memorial Center, 8025 E. U.S. Route 36, Conover, will have offer its annual pig roast and fall festival from 4:30-9 p.m. Dinner will be served from 4:30-7 p.m. Meals will be $7 for adults, $3 for children 4-12 and free for those 3 and younger. A kids’ costume concert will be at 6 p.m. and bingo will follow. Kids’ games will be held in the gym at 6:30 p.m. and a wrestling demo will be offered by Shore Sports Clubs from 7-8 p.m.

SUNDAY • BREAKFAST SET: Breakfast will be offered at the Pleasant Hill VFW Post No. 6557, 7578 W. Fenner Road, Ludlow Falls, from 8-11 a.m. They are made-to-order breakfasts and everything is ala carte. • VIEW FROM THE VISTA: Come see who is visiting the Brukner Nature Center birdbath from 1-3 p.m. Come discover BNC’s vista bird life, enjoy a homemade cookie and a hot cup of bird-friendly coffee and join members of the BNC Bird Club as you learn to identify our feathered friends. • FAMILY REUNION: Descendents of Uriah and Armina (Pearson) Hess will gather at 12:30 p.m. at the Mote Park Building, 635 Gordon St., Piqua, for a potluck dinner. Bring food to share and your own table service. For more information, contact Rose Ella Hess at 7735420 or Mary (Hess) Stump at 339-7243. • CROP WALK: The Milton-Union Council of Churches will sponsor the annual community CROP Walk at 2 p.m. The walk will start and end at Hoffman United Methodist Church, 201 S. Main St., West Milton. It will be approximately a 3.1 mile walk using Main, Hamilton and Miami streets, Emerick Road and Main street back to Hoffman Church. For more information, call Les at (937) 6985161.

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Seniors Adam Clark and Jessica Deeter of Troy, center, front, were crowned Homecoming king and queen at Bluffton University on Saturday. Joining them in the Homecoming court were, left to right, seniors Scott Misamore and Ally Christner; sophomores Matt McCoy, Danielle McQuillin and Joe Wilson; seniors Lisa Baglien and Nathan Campbell; and juniors Rachel Duncan, Jordan McFarland and Kayla Mullenhour.

Troy resident crowned Covington student also on court Seniors Adam Clark of Bellevue and Jessica Deeter of Troy were crowned Bluffton University’s Homecoming king and queen before the annual Homecoming football game Oct. 13. Majoring in accounting and business administration, Clark is active on campus in the Business Club, the Investment Club, chapel, Sunday night worship, the student group SERVE and intramurals. In addition, he is president of the Ultimate Frisbee Club and works at the Technology Center. Deeter is majoring in

Misamore of Findlay and Lisa Baglien of Fallbrook, Calif. Junior attendants youth ministry and recre- were Jordan McFarland of ation with a minor in New Carlisle, Rachel graphic design. Duncan of Northwood and She is the Student Kayla Mullenhour of Senate vice president, a Delphos, while sophomore hall chaplain and a stuattendants were Danielle dent ambassador. Her McQuillin of Delta, Matt campus memberships McCoy of Archbold, and include the Homecoming Joe Wilson of Covington. and Chapel Planning comWilson, a mathematics mittees, University major, is treasurer of the Chorale and the Honors Marbeck Center Board; a Program. hall chaplain; and a memOther seniors in the ber of Camerata Singers, Homecoming court were the University Chorale Nathan Campbell of and the cast of Bluffton’s Dunkirk, Ally Christner of fall play, “The Real Goshen, Ind., Scott Inspector Hound.”

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Halloween event returning to downtown For more information, TROY — On Oct. 27, 2012, little ghosts, goblins visit www.troymainand princesses will once again fill downtown Troy’s streets as Hometown Halloween returns to Troy. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., children will line up at the Hobart Government Center to participate in the annual Halloween Parade, costume judging and merchant trick-ortreat. At approximately 9:45 a.m., the Troy Noon Optimists will be leading the parade down West Main Street to Prouty Plaza where the costume judging will take place. Mayor Michael Beamish will be among the judges. From 10:30 a.m. to noon, merchants will be handing out treats to costumed children accompanied by an adult. Maps identifying participating businesses will be distributed at Prouty Plaza beginning at 10:15 a.m. Downtown Troy’s Hometown Halloween is presented by Troy Main Street Inc. and the Troy Noon Optimists, and is sponsored by Alvetro Orthodontics. Children ages birth to fifth grade are invited to participate.

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WEST MILTON — Berman C. “Duke” Small, 90, of West Milton passed away on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012, at his residence. He was born Jan. 28, 1922, in Greenville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Albert and Meda Olive (Harshbarger) Small. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Nelda Eileen (Davis) Small; his loving family, son and daughter-in-law James and Wanda Small of Albuquerque, NM.and their children Jordan and Christian, and daughter Bonita Sue Small of Vandalia. Duke served his country proudly in the U.S. Army Air Corp. during World War II, was a 1942 graduate of Monroe High School and retired from NCR Dayton and the Village of West Milton. He was one of the first to help develop youth sports programs in Union Township. Duke turned his love of playing high

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EDITORIAL ROUNDUP Loveland (Colo.) Reporter-Herald on flip-flopping in politics: Anyone who has watched a basketball game has likely seen what is casually known as “the flop.” The player with the ball makes contact with a standing defender or a defender who leaps to block or prevent a shot toward the rim, then one of the players makes a dramatic fall to the floor, hoping an official will see the result of what must have been an egregious foul. When the call is made against a player who was within the rules, the “flop” succeeds. This year, the National Basketball Association is going to try to do something about the unfairness. After games, league officials will look again at video of action on the floor, and if a player is suspected of having committed a flop, he will first be warned, and on subsequent offenses be required to pay a fine. Now, gamesmanship at the expense of the truth will have a cost. This political season, candidates, parties and outside interest groups have each seemingly tried to take a flop. For instance, Republicans have tried to paint the Obama administration as heartless for the fact that the Affordable Health Care act anticipates a reduction of growth in Medicare of more than $700 million. The budget proposed by vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan makes that same accounting move. Of course, anything the Democrats want to feel aggrieved about in the budget is a flop, too; the Democratled Senate has not taken up its duty to pass a budget in several years, so of course it’s easy to fault the other party. Where it gets tricky is finding out who will be the enforcer for the flops. Unlike the NBA, there’s no commissioner’s office where violators can be issued punishment. It’s up to voters, who should take with a grain of salt the claims coming from candidates and parties. Midland (Mich.) Daily News on federal unemployment figures: Is it good news or are the numbers fudged? That’s the debate raging in the aftermath of the most recent report on the country’s unemployment rate. According to the latest statistics, the nation’s unemployment rate fell below 8.0 (to 7.8 percent) for the first time since January 2009. The Labor Department said that employers added 114,000 jobs in September. The economy also created 86,000 more jobs in July and August than first estimated. Wages rose in September and more people started looking for work, the Labor Department reported. But many say the numbers are being spun to help Obama’s re-election bid, with less than a month remaining to Election Day. The Wall Street Journal downplayed the report, saying to “take it with a grain of salt.” Ways and Means Republicans sent an email to the media, presenting 10 points that refute the Labor Department’s most recent report. Among the points mentioned include the following: If the unemployment rate included the “invisible unemployed” (discouraged workers who dropped out or never joined the workforce), the September 2012 unemployment rate would be 10.9 percent; and, during the Obama administration, the number of people not in the labor force has grown by 8.2 million while total employment has grown by less than 800,000. This means that during the Obama years new workforce dropouts have outnumbered new employees by 10 to 1, according to the email. This is the election season during a hotly contested presidential race. And this is what happens — spin. When you get down to it, the only analysis that really matters is what comes from you, the voter. Do you believe the economy is improving and brighter days are ahead? The answer to that question should help you to decide who to vote for on Nov. 6.

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Downtown Troy is more beautiful than I remember To the Editor: We lived in Troy for more than 30 years and I guess I never really looked at downtown.

On a recent visit, I was amazed at the restoration. It’s really beautiful. So my congratulations to all who produced the miracle.

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I’m out of the loop when it comes to TV I think my ignorance of popular television shows is beginning to affect my social life. I’m not sure when I actually fell off the bandwagon, but I didn’t fully realize it until a couple weeks ago when my coworkers were all riled up to watch “New Girl.” All eyes were glued to the TV in the office. All eyes except mine. For anyone entirely unaware like me, “New Girl” features the “adorkable” girl-next-door Zooey Deschanel, who lives with three male roommates. At least that’s what www.tv.com told me after a lazy Google search. Of course, I have stolen a few glances at the TV when everyone else is watching during primetime, but it’s a little hard to dive into a show midway through a season. Not to mention that I used to mix up the HBO series “Girls” — about a group of twenty-somethings living in NYC — with “New Girl.” As a former New Yorker (I use that term loosely considering I lived there only seven months), I guess I better start tuning into “Girls” soon and revel in all the Gotham glory. I didn’t use to be so out of the loop pop-culture wise, but

Natalie Knoth Troy Daily News Columnist you could say few shows have kept me intrigued throughout the years. Beginning back when I was 5, I’d watch “Full House” religiously, and then when I was in junior high, the “O.C.” was all I’d care to watch. In fact, an old roommate had all the seasons on DVD. I’m unashamed to say we’d spend many a winter night hibernating with the always-dramatic California crew. I also was an “America’s Next Top Model” junkie, but I won’t go into that. Fast forward to my junior year of college, when my friends and I would spend hours devouring seasons of “The Office.” How can you not chuckle at Michael’s awkwardness and live vicariously through Jim and Pam’s rela-

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tionship? Not to mention Dwight is absolutely ridiculous. But after life got busier — right around the time Steve Carell left — I stopped watching. I then started picking up “Two and a Half Men,” a show that, as a feminist, I hate to love. Yet again, after the lead actor Charlie Sheen left and Ashton Kutcher took over, I stopped watching. Occasionally I’ll pick it up again, but I can’t get into it — and can’t get past the fact that the kid is no longer, well, a kid. I guess it’s been a really long time since I’ve tuned in. Last year, I got Netflix for the first time so I could watch TV shows in my room, as I found that with three other roommates, I had merely a 25 percent chance of getting to control the TV remote in the common area. They loved “Dexter,” and I of course had never watched a single episode. With my Netflix subscription, I became entranced by “How I Met Your Mother,” a show I had watched maybe only a couple times before. Starting from season one, I worked my way through to the end, but I think the

last couple seasons are not added to the Netflix selection yet. I remember finally being able to understand the hilarious one-liners my friends would quote from ladies-man Barney Stinson. But even better was the fact that I had finally found a show and characters to which I could relate. (Well, besides Barn ey.) It’s a show about finding your place in the confusing “Who am I supposed to be?” young-adult world. I think TV should serve two purposes: a) to make your own life seem more normal and b) to find humor in trying circumstances. HIMYM does a brilliant job of accomplishing both. For now, I need to catch up on the latest HIMYM episodes (CBS website or Hulu?) and hopefully also get up to speed on “New Girl,” if only to not be ostracized in the workplace. I’m also hoping to watch every single episode of “Friends” eventually — shamefully, I’ve watched only a handful. Don’t judge. Natalie Knoth appears every other Wednesday in the Troy Daily News

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SHARON KAY KOELLER TROY — Sharon Kay Koeller, 54, of Troy, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her family Saturday evening, Oct. 13, 2012, at The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. She had battled Leukemia since June 2011. She was born Aug. 16, 1958, in Garrison, Ky., to Glenn Roger and Winona Marie (Ruckel) Parson of Troy. Her husband of 23 years, Robert H. Koeller, survives. In addition to her parents and her husband, Sharon is survived by her son and daughterin-law, Eric and Brandy Fisher of Troy; daughter, Carrie Fisher and Dustin Swank of Troy; step children: Robert H. Koeller Jr. of Pennsylvania, Randy L. Koeller of Troy and Terri E. Koeller of Piqua; brother and sister-in-law, KOELLER Glenn Roger Parson Jr. and Michelle D. Parson of Farmersville; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley A. and Michael D. Taylor of Troy; sister-in-law, Jeanette Koeller of Piqua; grandchildren, Kylee and Haylee Fisher, McKenna Bell, Ryan, Adrian and Victoria Koeller and Keegan Miller; great-grandchildren, Leland and Lettie Koeller, and Patrick and Elizabeth Hill; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews

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and cousins; and a very special friend, Cheryl Adkins. She will be missed by all of her loving friends. Sharon was a member of Alcony Grace Church. She loved doing crafts and gardening. She was a selfless giver of her time and love. Sharon worked as deli manager at Marsh grocery store for many years. She also was a sales representative for Acosta Sales and Marketing. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, at Baird Funeral Home, Troy, with Pastor Stephen Marcum. Interment will follow in Casstown Cemetery, Casstown. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Be the Match Foundation, 3001 Broadway Street N.E., Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1753, or online at www.bethematchfoundation.org/goto/sharonkoeller. Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com.

and Roy Davis Jr. PIQUA — Nancy Lee Davis-Ross, 76, Nancy attended Houston High School. of Piqua, died at 10:15 p.m. at Heartland She received her GED from Upper Valley of Piqua on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012. Joint Vocational School, Piqua, in 1981 She was born in Miami County, Ohio, with a major in masonry. Nancy graduaton Jan. 28, 1936, to the late Roy E. and ed from Laurel Oaks Career Elizabeth F. (Schaffer) Davis. Nancy is survived by two sons, Howard Development Center where she received her truck driver’s certificate. She transBixler and Paul Bixler, both of Bradford; ported workers for the migrant three sisters and brothers-incenter in Tipp City for many law, Carol “Susie” and Lacy years. She also drove truck for Mayse of Lockington, Laura Houston Grain Elevator for years Phyllis of Sidney and Julia and and was a driver for Piqua Taxi Eldon Cost of Versailles; six for eight years. grandchildren, Morgan Jackson Funeral services will be at 11 Gardner, Steven Bixler, Carlea a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, at Bixler, Missy Jo Jessup, Alicia Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home, Detrick and Mike Bixler; four step DAVIS-ROSS Piqua, with Pastor Terry Harbaugh grandchildren; 14 great-grandand Christine Mertz co-officiating. Burial children; five step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and will follow in Beechwood Cemetery, Lockington. Memorial contributions may friends. be made to Melcher-Sowers Funeral She was preceded in death by one Home, 646 W. High St., Piqua, OH daughter, Amanda Bixler Jackson; four 45356, to help defray cost of the funeral. sisters, Clara Brewer, Mabel Pearson, Condolences may be expressed to the Meriam Swob and Lois Yearsley; and family at www.melcher-sowers.com. three brothers, Jack Davis, Ned Davis

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High School with the Class of 1944. Fred ARCANUM — Fred L. Van Kirk, 86, of served in the U.S. Army during the Arcanum, Ohio, passed away at 4:45 Korean Conflict and received a Purple a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012, at Miami Heart medal. Fred was a farmer and Valley Hospital in Dayton. retired from Chrysler Air Temp in Dayton. Fred was born Sept. 13, 1926, in JACKIE L. ‘JACK’ BOHN Ludlow Falls, Ohio, to the late Mark and He lived on his farm near Arcanum for dren, Amanda Allen, Christopher Allen, LIMA — Jackie L. “Jack” Bohn, 80, of nearly 50 years. Emma (Patterson) Van Kirk. Michelle (Scott) Mayfield, Jessica Lima, Ohio, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012, A funeral service will be Fred is survived by his wife, Radebaugh, Joseph at 11:05 p.m. at Lima Manor conducted at 11 a.m. Barbara (Murphy) Van Kirk, Radebaugh, Jake Steed, Nursing Home in Lima, Ohio. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, at whom he married March 21, Shawn (Keesha) Jenkins, He was born Sept. 3, 1932, in Zechar Bailey Funeral Home 1984; children, Bill and Beth Van Brandon Jenkins, Kyle (Jenny) Kirk of Kansas City, Jill Van Kirk Anderson, Ind., he was the son in Greenville with the Rev. Jenkins, Hilary (Isaac) Perry; of the late Paul Bohn and the Terry Haworth officiating. of Tucson, Ariz. and Timothy and and nine great-grandchildren. late Ruby (Flickinger) Bohn. Burial will follow in Pleasant Jaye Van Kirk of San Diego, He was preceded in death by Calif.; stepchildren, Kathleen Jack married Mary V. Thines Hill Cemetery in Pleasant a son, Jay A. Bohn; and a on Feb. 14, 1953, in Lima, Ohio. Hill. Ellis of Kansas City, Mo., grandson, Joshua Allen. She survives in Lima. The family will receive Michael McLaughlin of Ogden, The family will receive friends Utah and Matthew and Geralyn He served in the United friends on Thursday from 9-11 V AN KIRK from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. States Army from 1952-1954. a.m. at the funeral home. McLaughlin of Cincinnati; and Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, at He retired from Chrysler Corp. BOHN Military graveside services will be congrandchildren, Max Van Kirk, Jack Van Chamberlain-Huckeriede He was a life member of the Kirk, Kelley Ellis, Shannon Ellis, Thomas ducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Funeral Home. VFW Post No. 1275, Lima; and Guard. McLaughlin and Maria McLaughlin. A funeral service will be at 10 was an ice hockey referee for Memorial contributions may be made to In addition to his parents, Fred also is a.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, at many years and also a baseball the Darke County Disabled American preceded in death by his brothers, Chamberlain-Huckeriede and softball umpire for many Everett, Ora, Rollin and Melvin Van Kirk; Veteran’s. Condolences for the family Funeral Home, with the Father years. may be expressed through www.zecharand a sister, Alice Rhoton. Mike Houston officiating. Jack was always willing to give bailey.com. Fred was a graduate of West Milton his friends and neighbors a helping hand Interment will be in Gethsemani when they needed it. Jack has requested Cemetery, Lima. Graveside military servCraig Steven Smith ices will be conducted by VFW Post No. that when you attend his funeral “you loyal Pittsburgh Steeler fan; enjoyed ridTROY — Craig Steven Smith, 52, of 1275. should all come in jeans.” Troy, passed away at 7:25 a.m. Monday, ing his motorcycle and was a member of Memorial contributions may be sent to Surviving are a son, Scott E. Bohn of the Railroad Rascals Motorcycle Club of Lima Manor, 750 Brower Road, Lima, OH Oct. 15, 2012, at his home. Columbus; three daughters, Beverly Craig was born Jan. 8, 1960, in Troy, to Troy. 45801. Online condolences may be made Allen-Schidecker of Tipp City, Tamara He was employed by the Normac Eugene Paul and Sylvia D. (Viney) to the family at www.chamberlainhuck(Steven) Steed of Lima and Felicia Company in Middletown for the past 30 Smith. eriede.com (Steve) Jenkins of Urbana; 10 grandchilyears. Craig is survived by his wife The family will be receiving of the past 20 years, Kris MERLE W. WELTY family and friends from 10 a.m. (Brown) Smith, whom he Charles, Mo.; and by numerous nieces TROY — Merle W. Welty, 87, of Troy, to noon Saturday, Oct. 20, married March 28, 1992; his passed away unexpectedly Monday, Oct. and nephews. 2012, at the Apostolic Church mother, Sylvia Smith of Troy; Merle was a 50-year member of the 15, 2012, at his home. of Jesus Christ, 1624 N. two daughters, Paisley Smith First United Church of Christ in Troy; a Merle was born Aug. 10, 1925, in New County Road 25-A, Troy. A and Daijah Smith, both at Carlisle, Ohio, to the late Miller W. Welty, 50-year member of Franklin Lodge No. 14 home; three brothers and a funeral service will follow at F & AM in Troy; a former member of the Sr. and Mary (Barnhart) Welty. noon with the Rev. Dr. Charles sister-in-law, Garry and Antioch Shrine in Dayton; and for 10 In addition to his parents, Merle was Carnes officiating. Interment Anthony Smith, both of Troy, preceded in death by his wife of 59 years years he was an elections poll worker. will follow at Riverside and Bobby and Windelene Merle was a veteran of the on Oct. 16, 2010, Ramona Ann Cemetery, Troy. Sims of Piqua; one sister, SMITH Korean Conflict. He loved his fam- Renee Clark of Dayton; and (Hines) Welty, whom he married Contributions may be made in ily, working outside and traveling, by his extended family and many Dec. 15, 1950; and by two brothmemory of Craig to either the Apostolic especially taking Florida vacaers, Miller “Spike” Welty Jr. and Church of Jesus Christ or Hospice of friends. tions. Roger E. Welty. Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, Craig was preceded in death by his He retired from Hobart Surviving are two sons and OH 45420. father; and three brothers, Eugene Jr. Corporation with 40 years of serv- Timothy and Terry Smith. daughters-in-law, Mark and Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy, is ice and he was a member of the Hobart Susan Welty of Troy and Max and Anne entrusted with arrangements. Craig was a member of the Apostolic Welty of Saline, Mich.; four grandchildren, Quarter Century Club. The family will be Condolences may be left for the family Church of Jesus Christ in Troy; a 1978 receiving family and friends from 11 a.m. graduate of Troy High School; he was a at www.fisher-cheneyfuneralhome.com. Lindsay and B.J. Belville of Columbia, S.C., Patrick and Denise Welty of Saline, to 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, at FisherMich., Sara Welty of Urbana and Matthew Cheney Funeral Home, 1124 W. Main St., JEAN LUCILLE ROWE Troy. and Brooks Welty of Troy; two greatTROY — Jean Lucille Rowe, 71, of Troy, 1981; and one sister, Elizabeth Ann A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at granddaughters, Livian Welty and Bailey Simon. Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 16, the funeral home. Interment will be in Belville; one brother and sister-in-law, She attended Grace Baptist Church, 2012, at Meadville Medical Center, Riverside Cemetery, Troy. Robert Lee and Anna Jane Welty of Troy. Meadville, Pa. Contributions may be made in memory Christiansburg; one sister, Mary Lou Jean’s career was raising her She was born Oct. 23, of Merle to either the American Heart Stewart of Altamonte Springs, Fla.; two family. She also worked at 1940, in Belington, W.Va., to Association or one’s favorite charity. sisters-in-law, Roberta Estes of Troy and McCrory’s and Dollar General in Condolences may be left for the family at the late Earl and Mary Peggy Welty of Deltona, Fla.; two Troy. (Digman) Right. www.fisher-cheneyfuneralhome.com. nephews, Chris and Chad Estes of St. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday, Her husband of 54 years, Oct. 19, 2012, at Baird Funeral Joseph Eugene Rowe, surBARBARA J. ELY Home, Troy, with interment to folvives. his wife, Roberta of COVINGTON — Barbara (Clouse) Rike; and was a low in Riverside Cemetery, Troy. She also is survived by her J. Ely, 75, lifetime resident graduate of Covington High Covington; and twin sister, four sons and two daughFriends may call from 6-8 p.m. Virginia Schmidt of Piqua. School, class of 1955. of Covington, died Thursday at the funeral home. ters-in-law, Bret Rowe of Private memorial services Huber Heights, Ohio, Mark Mrs. Ely was preceded in Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, at Memorial contributions may be will be at the convenience death by her parents. Miami Valley Hospital, made to the American Diabetes and Rebecca Rowe of ROWE of the family. Barbara is survived by Dayton. She was born Association, Cincinnati OH Office, Gatesville, Texas, Keith Rowe If desired, contributions her husband of 56 years, Sept. 14, 1937, in Miami 4555 Lake Forest Drive, Suite 396, of Troy and Brian and Charlie Rowe of may be made in Barbara’s Cynthiana, Ky.; grandchildren and great- Cincinnati, OH 45242. Hobart E. Ely; two sons, County, Ohio, to the late Dennis and Julie (Phillips) memory to the Covington William and Lucille Friends may express condolences to grandchildren. Ely and Rus and Amy Ely, Rescue Squad. the family through www.bairdfuneralJean was preceded in death by her Services are in care of all of Covington; three home.com. mother, Mary, in 1974; father, Earl, in Bridges-Stocker-Fraley grandchildren, Bill, Brian Funeral Home. and Cory Ely; and two GARY DALE WISE Condolences may great-grandchildren, Taylor Hill; brother, Schools and COVINGTON — Gary be left for the family at and Hayley Ely; brother, Robert Pearce of served for four Dale Wise, 62, of www.stockerfraley.com. William “Jim” Rike Jr. and Indiana; and many years in the U.S. Covington, passed away family members Navy during the Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012. and close friends. Vietnam War. 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Sounds like ‘Larry’ could benefit from professional assistance Dear Annie: My husband's only sibling is his 65-year-old brother, "Larry." Larry's mother spoiled him rotten. To say he's lazy is an understatement. He does nothing to help himself. He was fortunate enough to win a local election when he ran unopposed, and he held that office for 30 years. I doubt if he put in 20 hours a month. Two years ago, Larry retired, drawing a pension and Social Security. He says he can hardly make it. He inherited his mother's home and land and has done nothing to tend it. He has a few cows, but he doesn't care for them. They got out onto his neighbor's land, and they issued a complaint. Now they don't speak. His mother's house is falling down around him. He was forced to put on a new roof because the leaking caused the ceilings to fall in. There is no heat or air conditioning in the house. He has not had a working indoor toilet for 20 years. You cannot open the windows because of all the junk in the house. Years ago, my husband said he'd repair the heater if Larry would clean up the mess around it, but he hasn't touched a thing. He uses an electric blanket for warmth. He has no water because when the pipes froze two years ago, he cut off the water to the house and hooked up a hose to an outside faucet. He hasn't cut his hair since he retired, and he seldom shaves. It makes us sick to look at him. We have offered to help Larry, but we expect him to put in some effort. He often tells us he should have taken our advice, but whenever we talk to him, he stares and ignores us. I think he's waiting for someone to take care of him while he sits and smokes his cigarettes. We're afraid to take on the job of caring for him because then he'd expect us to do it forever. How do we handle this? — The Sister-inLaw Dear Sister-in-Law: Larry sounds like a hoarder. Along with the lack of personal grooming, it seems more like depression or mental illness than sheer laziness. This may not make it easier to deal with, but it could change your response. Please contact the International OCD Foundation (ocfoundation.org/hoarding) for information and help. Dear Annie: What is proper etiquette for gift giving and receiving? Is it rude to say, "Don't buy me presents. I don't want anybody else picking out my things. Just give me money, and I will do my own shopping"? That takes all the pleasure out of giving for me, plus it sounds more like extortion. If it is proper etiquette, how much should one give? Society has changed so much in the past 50 years that I no longer know if this is someone raised without manners or if it's OK to ask for money. — Need To Know Dear Need: It is still poor manners to tell someone that you expect a present and that they should give you money so you can buy it yourself. You are under no obligation to follow these instructions. If you choose to give money (or any gift), how much you spend is entirely up to you. Dear Annie: "Florida Greetings" complained about the "high cost" of a postage stamp to justify emailing instead of writing. How petty. With the price of gas around $4, a loaf of bread more than $2 and a gallon of milk at least $3, a mere 45 cents may be the best bargain in town. Even with a fixed income, I manage to send notes to others who may have a brighter day because they found something other than bills and junk mail in their mailbox. When I can send something to California for less than half a dollar, I am grateful. — Still Writing in Indiana Annie's Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie's Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

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