Letters to the Editor 02-26-1999
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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- Taking Advantage - Birth Defects - Wake Up, People - Fond Farewell
Taking Advantage
Editor, Times-Union:Why do some people take advantage of others? Particularly, used car salesmen.
I have always been leery of car salesmen, and now I have one more reason to feel that way. A couple of months ago, I helped my mother find a "new" used car. We shopped around and a couple of dealers knew what we were looking for, and at what price. We received a call from a local dealer who had a "great" car at a "great" price. We test drove it, had a couple of friends look at it to check it out and decided to purchase it along with the warranty they offered.
In the two months since the purchase, the car has had a leaky radiator, the automatic seatbelts don't work all the time and the lock on the hatch has needed to be fixed. The car dealer's response to all this - But you got it at such a "great" price, we can't help you. What a way to do business. I can guarantee that this car dealer and the salesmen that work there will never get my business. And if any of my friends go there, I'll pass along this latest experience and I'm sure they won't deal there either.
I don't want to offend all car salesmen, but if it's in your job description to take advantage of customers - What a job! I'd be so proud of myself if I were you.
Joan Parker, Warsaw
Birth Defects
Editor, Times-Union:Birth defects are the leading cause of infant death. Each year 150,000 babies are born with a birth defect that not only threatens their health, but their very existence.
Consider this startling statistic: When compared to the rest of the United States, Indiana ranks 38th for infant mortality. In other words, more children die before their first birthday in Indiana than in 37 other states.
Here in Warsaw, we can make a difference in the fight against birth defects and infant death. Each spring, local people committed to the battle for babies take part in Walk America, benefiting the March of Dimes. Walk America 1999, to be held April 25th at Center Lake Pavilion, will make a difference in the lives of babies by helping to fund March of Dimes programs. The March of Dimes funds programs of community services for mothers and babies, scientific research into the causes and cures for birth defects, education programs and advocacy efforts that save babies.
I am delighted to be involved in this year's walk because of the tremendous need for people to get involved in finding cures for birth defects. As a future father, I have a great desire to help find cures for defects that would affect the lives of children everywhere, potentially even my own. I invite everyone to make the fight for our children's future a part of their lives and join the Walk America effort this year. For more information, call the local office of the Indiana Chapter of the March of Dimes at 800-921-9255.
Together, we are saving babies' lives.
David D. Jones, Bowen Center
Wake Up, People
Editor, Times-Union:Have you ever listened to the television or read the newspaper and wondered whether you were the only person awake?
Let's take the federal government for example. Our President commits an immoral act, so the government spends $100 million to slap him on the wrist and to say to we, the people, "here, look what we did for you!" Zip! Later when we're a little short on money, here comes another new tax. Duh!
Now let's take our local government - Warsaw. Let's see, we have X-amount of money in this year's budget, so we'll spend God knows how much on some really pretty crosswalks. A year later, these crosswalks are some of the most expensive speed bumps I've ever had the privilege to drive across. We need a new jail and a new sewage treatment plant but wait, we're running a little short on money. No problem, a new EDIT tax. Duh!
The Primary and November elections are right around the corner. Don't you think it's time to wake up and vote for someone else who is awake?
Ricky Helton, Warsaw
Candidate: City Council at Large
Fond Farewell
Editor, Times-Union:Nearly fifteen years ago God led us to Kosciusko County. We came with the same kinds of dreams, hopes and fears common to all. A week or so ago, we moved away from the area to a calling in northern Michigan.
As we look back on those years in the county, as pastor of the First Baptist Church of Pierceton and involved in numerous community activities, our hearts are filled with thankfulness and rejoicing. We rejoice that we had the opportunity to make a positive impact on many lives, but we are especially thankful for all that was done for us during those years.
First of all, we want to thank the First Baptist Church of Pierceton for their support, prayers, love and care to us during our ministry there. As we were leaving, they gave a farewell reception for us on February 7. Many of our friends from the area came by and expressed their love, prayers and best wishes.
Occasionally letters appear in this column expressing appreciation for the people, businesses, organizations and attitudes of Kosciusko County. We share those feelings, and will miss this wonderful community as we leave it.
Many have expressed their appreciation for the service we have given to the church and community. But it has been our honor, pleasure and privilege to be a part of these works of service and of this community. We have continually felt the love, warmth, support and encouragement of others. And in all the things we have done, we have just been one small part of a much larger effort.
We want to thank the organizations we have been a part of and the people of Kosciusko County who have worked alongside us and for enriching our lives. Keep up the good work in serving the Lord and mankind. While we look forward with eager anticipation to our new challenge, we look back to these past fourteen and a half years with joy and sadness - joy at the wonderful experiences and sadness at leaving all of you behind.
Pastor Ken and Joy McGarvey, Michigan
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- Taking Advantage - Birth Defects - Wake Up, People - Fond Farewell
Taking Advantage
Editor, Times-Union:Why do some people take advantage of others? Particularly, used car salesmen.
I have always been leery of car salesmen, and now I have one more reason to feel that way. A couple of months ago, I helped my mother find a "new" used car. We shopped around and a couple of dealers knew what we were looking for, and at what price. We received a call from a local dealer who had a "great" car at a "great" price. We test drove it, had a couple of friends look at it to check it out and decided to purchase it along with the warranty they offered.
In the two months since the purchase, the car has had a leaky radiator, the automatic seatbelts don't work all the time and the lock on the hatch has needed to be fixed. The car dealer's response to all this - But you got it at such a "great" price, we can't help you. What a way to do business. I can guarantee that this car dealer and the salesmen that work there will never get my business. And if any of my friends go there, I'll pass along this latest experience and I'm sure they won't deal there either.
I don't want to offend all car salesmen, but if it's in your job description to take advantage of customers - What a job! I'd be so proud of myself if I were you.
Joan Parker, Warsaw
Birth Defects
Editor, Times-Union:Birth defects are the leading cause of infant death. Each year 150,000 babies are born with a birth defect that not only threatens their health, but their very existence.
Consider this startling statistic: When compared to the rest of the United States, Indiana ranks 38th for infant mortality. In other words, more children die before their first birthday in Indiana than in 37 other states.
Here in Warsaw, we can make a difference in the fight against birth defects and infant death. Each spring, local people committed to the battle for babies take part in Walk America, benefiting the March of Dimes. Walk America 1999, to be held April 25th at Center Lake Pavilion, will make a difference in the lives of babies by helping to fund March of Dimes programs. The March of Dimes funds programs of community services for mothers and babies, scientific research into the causes and cures for birth defects, education programs and advocacy efforts that save babies.
I am delighted to be involved in this year's walk because of the tremendous need for people to get involved in finding cures for birth defects. As a future father, I have a great desire to help find cures for defects that would affect the lives of children everywhere, potentially even my own. I invite everyone to make the fight for our children's future a part of their lives and join the Walk America effort this year. For more information, call the local office of the Indiana Chapter of the March of Dimes at 800-921-9255.
Together, we are saving babies' lives.
David D. Jones, Bowen Center
Wake Up, People
Editor, Times-Union:Have you ever listened to the television or read the newspaper and wondered whether you were the only person awake?
Let's take the federal government for example. Our President commits an immoral act, so the government spends $100 million to slap him on the wrist and to say to we, the people, "here, look what we did for you!" Zip! Later when we're a little short on money, here comes another new tax. Duh!
Now let's take our local government - Warsaw. Let's see, we have X-amount of money in this year's budget, so we'll spend God knows how much on some really pretty crosswalks. A year later, these crosswalks are some of the most expensive speed bumps I've ever had the privilege to drive across. We need a new jail and a new sewage treatment plant but wait, we're running a little short on money. No problem, a new EDIT tax. Duh!
The Primary and November elections are right around the corner. Don't you think it's time to wake up and vote for someone else who is awake?
Ricky Helton, Warsaw
Candidate: City Council at Large
Fond Farewell
Editor, Times-Union:Nearly fifteen years ago God led us to Kosciusko County. We came with the same kinds of dreams, hopes and fears common to all. A week or so ago, we moved away from the area to a calling in northern Michigan.
As we look back on those years in the county, as pastor of the First Baptist Church of Pierceton and involved in numerous community activities, our hearts are filled with thankfulness and rejoicing. We rejoice that we had the opportunity to make a positive impact on many lives, but we are especially thankful for all that was done for us during those years.
First of all, we want to thank the First Baptist Church of Pierceton for their support, prayers, love and care to us during our ministry there. As we were leaving, they gave a farewell reception for us on February 7. Many of our friends from the area came by and expressed their love, prayers and best wishes.
Occasionally letters appear in this column expressing appreciation for the people, businesses, organizations and attitudes of Kosciusko County. We share those feelings, and will miss this wonderful community as we leave it.
Many have expressed their appreciation for the service we have given to the church and community. But it has been our honor, pleasure and privilege to be a part of these works of service and of this community. We have continually felt the love, warmth, support and encouragement of others. And in all the things we have done, we have just been one small part of a much larger effort.
We want to thank the organizations we have been a part of and the people of Kosciusko County who have worked alongside us and for enriching our lives. Keep up the good work in serving the Lord and mankind. While we look forward with eager anticipation to our new challenge, we look back to these past fourteen and a half years with joy and sadness - joy at the wonderful experiences and sadness at leaving all of you behind.
Pastor Ken and Joy McGarvey, Michigan
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