Letters to the Editor 03-01-2001

Letters to the Editor 02-19-2001

- Peers Educating Peers - Violent Rap - Congratulations Caleb - Red Lights - Pass Laws, Spend Money - Meijer Controversy Peers Educating Peers Editor, Times-Union: I, Gail Rathbun, Tippecanoe Valley High School student, would like to publicly acknowledge and thank everyone who has helped me to get the Peers Educating Peers program initiated in the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation.I started in September 2000 organizing and planning to start this valuable program; I have had unbelievable amounts of help, support and guidance through this five-month period.

Letters to the Editor 02-24-2000

- Disgusted And Broke - Judging - Scary - Living Will - Veterans Disgusted And Broke Editor, Times-Union: After reading Saturday's paper (Feb.19) "Editor Views" on expensive gas prices... I can't afford to keep up with the Jones' and have no desire to, but have to pay $1.49 for gas too.I don't drive an SUV or a gas guzzler. How can the "lower class" citizens ever hope to become "middle class" citizens when we have to pay and pay and pay? Not everyone is fortunate enough to make a big salary! I would love to own my own home, be a two-car family, etc.

Letters to the Editor 03-08-2000

- Wawasee Supporter - Contrasting Views - Capital Punishment - Chili - Congrats To Tigers - Crime And Punishment - Big Trucks - Valley Basketball Wawasee Supporter Editor, Times Union: I am writting this letter in response to a letter which was printed in the March 2, 2000, Times-Union.

Letters to the Editor 03-13-2000

- Living Wills - Proud Parent Living Wills Editor, Times-Union: There appears to be some ongoing confusion in the community regarding Living Wills and their usefulness for the patient whose wishes are that life not be prolonged by artificial means.If I may, please allow me to attempt to shed some light on this matter.

Letters to the Editor 05-16-2000

- Guns And Freedom - Reneker Museum - Stamp Out Hunger - Awkward Moment - Warsaw Seniors - China Trade - Anti-Gunners - Philharmonic - Silver Lake Speeding Guns And Freedom Editor, Times-Union: "A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed." This is about FREEDOM.Without an armed citizenry, we have no guarantee of FREEDOM.

Letters to the Editor 02-13-2001

- Red Light Running - Buyer Beware - Ivy Tech Problem - Supports H.B.1815 - Meijer Detractor - Thanks To Trustee - Gerard And Stalin Red Light Running Editor, Times-Union: I am thankful that Mr.Smith avoided the accident he recounts in his letter.Red light running is indeed a socially accepted disease.National surveys find that with traditional enforcement fewer than 6 percent of the drivers who ADMIT to running red lights have ever faced legal consequences for their actions.EVERY red light running incident provides the opportunity for property damage, personal injury or death.

Letters to the Editor 05-23-2000

- Gun Response - Safe Cycling - Gun Problem - Shocking Article - Bob Knight - Dog Ordeal Gun Response Editor, Times-Union: Since the Mother's Day March on D.C.there have been several pro Second Amendment letters in the paper.How or why Ms.Stapleton happened to single out mine I do not know but I guess it's up to me to respond.

Letters to the Editor 05-25-2000

Congressman Seems To Have Mellowed Over The Years

The more I'm around Mark Souder the more I like him.He's mellowed or maybe I have because my regard for him has grown over the years. He used to be one of those people I call tape-talkers.It's my own little label and refers to folks who get started on a subject, stop their mental tape to answer a question, then turn the tape back on, starting again where they left off. The ability some people have to stay with a topic is something I admire.When I'm speaking, a raised eyebrow will throw me off. However, I'm paid to listen and observe, as my boss likes to remind me, not pontificate. I've listened to Mark Souder for a good portion of his Congressional career.When he was a junior representative (taking the oath in 1994) he was a tape-talker guy.I covered his visits to Whitley County when he was the Fourth District representative.

Letters to the Editor 03-08-2001

- Tax Issues - CCS Says Thanks - Educational Discrimination Tax Issues Editor, Times-Union: In response to Rep.William J.Ruppels concerns about tax restructuring issues.

Letters to the Editor 03-09-2001

- Thanks To Optimists - Winona Recycling - Priorities - Winter Guard Thanks To Optimists Editor, Times-Union: I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Noon Optimists and John White for helping with the Atwood Elementary School Carnival held on Feb.17.The Atwood PTO greatly appreciates your donation of the Moon Walk provided for the enjoyment of our children.We would also like to thank all the volunteers from the Noon Optimist Club that helped make the Atwood Carnival a success.Again, thank you for your contributions to the children of our community.

Dillinger's Warsaw Visit Caused A Nationwide Stir

Last week I researched John Dillinger's appearance in Warsaw.The story of the 70th anniversary of Dillinger's encounter with Warsaw night officer Judd Pittenger appeared in Monday's Times-Union. Dillinger had been on a crime spree ever since he was paroled from the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City jail in 1933.He and his gang robbed banks of their money, stole cars and had recently been lifting guns and other equipment from police stations around the Midwest. There are thousands of references to Dillinger on the Internet, and, of course, some are better than others. Dillinger's moniker was "The Gentleman Bandit" because of his politeness during a bank heist.He figured he could get the job done without killing. According to Warsaw Police Department Sgt.Larry Engle, the shooting of Patrick O'Malley in East Chicago was an accident.

Letters to the Editor 08-16-2002

- In God We Trust - Stealing From Graves - Thanks To Warsaw PD - Solar Lights Stolen - Wagon Wheel - Smoking - Support For Tara In God We Trust Editor, Times-Union: In God We Trust.This was placed on our coins in 1864, put on our paper money in 1955 and in 1956 Congress passed a resolution declaring "In God We Trust" the national motto.This has survived many court decisions.To many Americans this motto is true.Another thing, we say "God Bless America."He has blessed America.We are the most prosperous nation in the world and have the best of everything.

Tiger Boys Hold Off Scrappy Colonials

SOUTH BEND - Ten years ago a matchup between South Bend Clay and Warsaw would call for standing room only seating at the Colonials' gym.While Warsaw, now under the tutelage of Doug Ogle, remains one of the state's top programs, the same can't be said for Clay.Successes have been few and far between since Jaraan Cornell led the Colonials to the 1994 state championship over Bryce Drew and Valpo.Success went Warsaw's way on Saturday night with a 54-44 victory in South Bend. This year's Colonial squad came into Saturday night's contest 0-2 with close losses to Glenn and East Chicago Central.Warsaw, crisscrossing the state, came in with a 2-1 record that included a win 60-46 against Fort Wayne South the night before in the Summit City. On paper it looked as if Warsaw should control the game.A sparse but enthusiastic crowd saw Clay scrap and fight for an upset.Early on however it appeared as if Warsaw was ready to deliver the knockout punch.

Warsaw Girls Fall In NLC Opener

Warsaw struggled from the free-throw line while Plymouth hit 13 straight at one point from the charity stripe. The Tigers turned the ball over 18 times and looked totally out of sync at times on offense. Yet Warsaw still nearly pulled off the upset of No.6 (3A) Plymouth Saturday afternoon before falling 51-46 in girls basketball action at the Tiger Den. It was the Northern Lakes Conference opener for both squads. And that's the frustrating thing for Warsaw coach John Snyder. At times the Tigers looked like a potential player in the NLC. Warsaw jumped out to a 5-0 lead over Plymouth to start the game as freshman Kelci Freds scored the Tigers first five points. The Tigers offense then dwindled and Warsaw trailed 15-10 after the first quarter. The Pilgrims built their lead to double digits at 43-33 with 4:18 left in the game before Warsaw came storming back and trailed by just one possession at 49-46 with 16.9 seconds left in the game.

Letters to the Editor 03-13-2001

- Likes Triton Coverage - Bully Law - Cornea Transplants - Habitat For Humanity - Thanks For Prayers - Fire Thanks - Silver Lake School - New Salvation Army Store Likes Triton Coverage Editor, Times-Union: I would like to thank your sports writer, Jen Gibson, for her coverage of the area sporting events.As an out-of-town reader of your paper, it is refreshing to read Jen's articles.I can count on the quality of her work as to a clear account of the event. You should be proud to have her on your staff.

Letters to the Editor 02-26-2001

- Newspapers In Education - Tribute To No.3 - Dog Struck By Car - Swim Coverage - Madison Parents Say Thanks - Newspapers In Education Editor, Times-Union: To encourage each new generation of readers, schools across America take part each spring in Newspaper In Education Week.NIE Week is sponsored here by the Indiana State Reading Association and by the Hoosier State Press Association, in cooperation with the Indiana Department of Education.

Letters to the Editor 03-06-2001

- Miracles - Roving Chef - Alcohol Isn't The Problem - Samaritan - Witness To Fall Miracles Editor, Times-Union: In regards to Mr.Stichter's letter concerning "Miracles" I felt a need to respond.First of all, miracles (in the sense that Mr.Kaiser was referring to them) are not ever preformed by a human person.They are done through a believer by Christ Jesus, as the Bible is referring to it. How I come up with this you may ask, is if you read on in the Bible, God states that he knows no one until they are saved by the blood of Christ, and repent.This doesn't mean you'll never sin again, we are all sinners saved or not until we reach the kingdom.Knowing you've sinned and repent it is the difference.

Letters to the Editor 11-15-2001

- Word Of Encouragement - Our Father's House - Apology To Sheriff - Chess Club Says Thanks - The Future Is Not Football Word Of Encouragement Editor, Times-Union: I have read with interest the letter under the above title ("The Future Is Football") which appeared in the edition of the paper on Thursday, Nov.8, 2001.I hardly ever write to the editor to respond to letters which appear in the paper, but it is difficult for me to read the slurs and innuendoes which are contained in this letter without making some personal comment.