Letters to the Editor 11-11-2002
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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- Souder Elected - Deer Problem - Campaign Thanks - Thanks To Voters
Souder Elected
Editor, Times-Union:Congratulations, residents of Kosciusko County! You have successfully elected Congressman Mark Souder - a man who seems to care very little about the people he represents.
For the first time in recent memory you had a candidate in Jay Rigdon who lived in your "back yard," knew the district and the people living in it and possessed genuine small town values - and you voted him down by a margin of almost 3 to 1.
And congratulations are also in order for Allen County residents as well. You have re-elected a congressman who has blatantly denied the very university of which he is an alumnus, one who refuses to even set foot on its campus.
Can Mark Souder, who feels that IPFW puts his "eternal soul at risk," really be expected to stand up and fight for its share of state funding? IPFW ranks fifth among Indiana's universities, according to enrollment, yet it receives a vastly unproportionate amount of equity funding (distribution of state funds based on enrollment). A man standing up for a university that he wants no part of - doesn't that sound like a conflict of interest?
But how could the voters of the 3rd District become educated about the candidates if one of them refused to debate the others? Mr. Souder was asked repeatedly to attend organized debates, but flatly refused them - except for one in his native Allen County.
Debate is an essential part of the election process, but it seems Mr. Souder would rather avoid the opportunity to defend his record. Apparently, it was easier for him to secure his re-election by keeping the voters in the dark.
So well done, Kosciusko County and the rest of the 3rd District! Give yourselves a pat on the back for a job well done! You elected a congressman to represent you in Washington - one who you know little about, and who knows little about you.
Mike Beezley
Leesburg
via e-mail
Deer Problem
Editor, Times-Union:I don't know who is kidding whom when the sexton says there is no problem with the deer in the cemetery. I asked the mayor that very same question and his reply was, "The deer in the cemetery is our biggest problem and we do not know how to solve it." Now who is kidding whom?
I have eight lots, three urns, that I tried to keep filled with flowers for my loved ones. It seems the deer have a field day eating them.
As for the tree the lady asked for permission to plant on her private lot and it was granted, when the sexton dug it up without her permission, to me that is vandalism the same as pushing over the stones or taking things out of there.
I think the city of Warsaw or the sexton owe her a tree and maintenance of it for her. What do you think?
H. Black
Warsaw
Campaign Thanks
Editor, Times-Union:I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my friends, family and neighbors for all their support in my recent run for the Warsaw School Board. Unfortunately, it was not successful, but everyone's encouragement and time spent in helping me campaign was greatly appreciated. I wish the current school board much success and encourage them to continue to strive for the best possible education for all of our children. Thank you.
Christine M. Smith
Warsaw
via e-mail
Thanks To Voters
Editor, Times-Union:I would like to thank the Warsaw community and the voters of District One for the tremendous support given to me during this fall election.
I would also like to personally congratulate Larry Chamberlain, Cathy Folk and Eugene England for their individual victories and thank Candace Townsend and George Klinger for their input and competitive spirit.
Even though the financial status of our school corporation appears to be a primary concern, I want to continue to emphasize that improvements and positive growth can be attained if we strive for more community involvement and communication within the Warsaw Community Schools.
Our ability to listen to others and the need for an exchange of ideas are paramount for the resolution of any challenges our schools encounter.
Again, I thank you and vow to work to the best of my ability to serve the students and parents, teachers, administrators and citizens of this great community.
Ron Yeiter
School Board Trustee-Elect and Parent
Warsaw
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- Souder Elected - Deer Problem - Campaign Thanks - Thanks To Voters
Souder Elected
Editor, Times-Union:Congratulations, residents of Kosciusko County! You have successfully elected Congressman Mark Souder - a man who seems to care very little about the people he represents.
For the first time in recent memory you had a candidate in Jay Rigdon who lived in your "back yard," knew the district and the people living in it and possessed genuine small town values - and you voted him down by a margin of almost 3 to 1.
And congratulations are also in order for Allen County residents as well. You have re-elected a congressman who has blatantly denied the very university of which he is an alumnus, one who refuses to even set foot on its campus.
Can Mark Souder, who feels that IPFW puts his "eternal soul at risk," really be expected to stand up and fight for its share of state funding? IPFW ranks fifth among Indiana's universities, according to enrollment, yet it receives a vastly unproportionate amount of equity funding (distribution of state funds based on enrollment). A man standing up for a university that he wants no part of - doesn't that sound like a conflict of interest?
But how could the voters of the 3rd District become educated about the candidates if one of them refused to debate the others? Mr. Souder was asked repeatedly to attend organized debates, but flatly refused them - except for one in his native Allen County.
Debate is an essential part of the election process, but it seems Mr. Souder would rather avoid the opportunity to defend his record. Apparently, it was easier for him to secure his re-election by keeping the voters in the dark.
So well done, Kosciusko County and the rest of the 3rd District! Give yourselves a pat on the back for a job well done! You elected a congressman to represent you in Washington - one who you know little about, and who knows little about you.
Mike Beezley
Leesburg
via e-mail
Deer Problem
Editor, Times-Union:I don't know who is kidding whom when the sexton says there is no problem with the deer in the cemetery. I asked the mayor that very same question and his reply was, "The deer in the cemetery is our biggest problem and we do not know how to solve it." Now who is kidding whom?
I have eight lots, three urns, that I tried to keep filled with flowers for my loved ones. It seems the deer have a field day eating them.
As for the tree the lady asked for permission to plant on her private lot and it was granted, when the sexton dug it up without her permission, to me that is vandalism the same as pushing over the stones or taking things out of there.
I think the city of Warsaw or the sexton owe her a tree and maintenance of it for her. What do you think?
H. Black
Warsaw
Campaign Thanks
Editor, Times-Union:I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my friends, family and neighbors for all their support in my recent run for the Warsaw School Board. Unfortunately, it was not successful, but everyone's encouragement and time spent in helping me campaign was greatly appreciated. I wish the current school board much success and encourage them to continue to strive for the best possible education for all of our children. Thank you.
Christine M. Smith
Warsaw
via e-mail
Thanks To Voters
Editor, Times-Union:I would like to thank the Warsaw community and the voters of District One for the tremendous support given to me during this fall election.
I would also like to personally congratulate Larry Chamberlain, Cathy Folk and Eugene England for their individual victories and thank Candace Townsend and George Klinger for their input and competitive spirit.
Even though the financial status of our school corporation appears to be a primary concern, I want to continue to emphasize that improvements and positive growth can be attained if we strive for more community involvement and communication within the Warsaw Community Schools.
Our ability to listen to others and the need for an exchange of ideas are paramount for the resolution of any challenges our schools encounter.
Again, I thank you and vow to work to the best of my ability to serve the students and parents, teachers, administrators and citizens of this great community.
Ron Yeiter
School Board Trustee-Elect and Parent
Warsaw
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