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A former Delphos police sergeant and businessman died Wednesday. Thomas F. McCabe, 70, of Delphos, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning at his residence surrounded by his loving family. McCabe retired after 27 years of service as a police officer for the city of Delphos. He was one of the first sergeants on the Delphos Police Department. He was the co-owner of Photography by Mac. Tom had a passion for taking portraits and pictures of all kinds. See full obituary on page 2.

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SJ Hall of Fame

The Delphos St. Johns Hall of Fame will induct its 10th class on Dec. 1 in the All Saints Building at St. Johns Schools. Following Mass, a free brunch will be held in the All Saints Building beginning at 12:30 p.m. The induction ceremony will begin at approximately 1:45 p.m. The event is free and open to the public but reservations are required to attend the brunch. Send reservations to Hall of Fame, PO Box 112, Delphos OH 45833, email to rebbeskotte@woh.rr.com or call 419692-0752. Deadline for reservations is Friday.

entrances to the school. The estimates from Indiana Hardware came in less than the $10,000 grant, DELPHOS An Mangas said. Well have Ottoville teachers ingenuity those installed as soon as will serve to make students possible. We also have the safer in his district. Jim new MARCS radios for the Brown fashioned wooden buses and they are being probraces for classroom doors grammed and well get the that slide over the door training done. handle with 2-x-4s on both The radios will allow for sides to hug the door frame contact between bus drivers to prevent it from being and the school in the event opened from the outside by the power goes out and the an intruder. phones go down and if cell High School Principal Jon phone reception is interruptThorbahn demonstrated the ed. It is also a direct line to the Putnam County Sheriffs Office. The board approved a resolution authorizing Ottoville Local Schools to participate in the State of Ohio Cooperative Purchasing Program. Mangas said the district is looking at purchasing a Gator from John Deere, who is a member of the cooperative. If we join the cooperative for $100, we can get $1,500-$1,700 off the Gator, Mangas said. Thats a pretty good return on $100. Before the close of the meeting, Mangas presented outgoing school board member Craig Byrne with a wooden bell commemorating his service to the board. Craig was really the Ottoville Superintendent Scott Mangas, left, presents thrust behind our outdoor lab outgoing board of education member Craig Byrne with and that is doing very well a wooden bell to commemorate his service to the board. and is an asset to the district, Mangas said. Byrnes replacement is Marilyn Calvelage.

BY NANCY SPENCER Herald Editor nspencer@delphosherald.com

Principal shares safety innovation

device for the school board Wednesday evening. The device was tested during a recent lockout drill at the school. This is a simple idea that works really well, Thorbahn said. We will test it again over Thanksgiving break and really try to get the door open. That way we have some time to fix the door if anything happens. Superintendent Scott Mangas said he received the final quotes for key-card entry and camera/speaker systems for the two main

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Ottoville High School Principal Jon Thorbahn explains a simple device fashioned by an Ottoville teacher to slide over door handles during a lockdown in the school. Thorbahn said the schools custodian has been working on a few modifications and the devices were tested during a recent lockdown drill and proved effective. The devices will be placed in every classroom. (Delphos Herald/Nancy Spencer) Byrne served four years on the board. His replacement is Marilyn Calvelage. In the High School Report, Thorbahn announced parent/ teachers conferences will take place Monday evening and all day Tuesday. Thorbahn a l s o announced the student council-run Toys for Tots drive will get underway once students return from Thanksgiving break. The school will host a Community Blood Drive from noon to 6 p.m. on Dec. 27. Student-athletes were commended for their postseason honors. In girls soccer, Monica Sarka was named First-Team PCL; Alena Horstman and Courtney Von Sossan, Second Team; and Danielle Trenkmap, Lexi Wannemacher and Carly Kortokrax, Honorable Mention. Scholar-Athletes are Horstman and Trenkamp. In district honors, Sarka was second team; and Horstman and Von Sossan were Honorable Mention. See SAFETY, page 10

Fort Jennings band director Warnecke to retire

BY STEPHANIE GROVES Staff Writer sgroves@delphosherald.com

FORT JENNINGS Board members accepted the upcoming retirement/resignation of the schools Band Director, Rose Mary Warnecke, during the board meeting Wednesday night. Warnecke will continue St. Johns selling through the 2014/15 school year under the Arlington playoff tickets Victory Lap Clause and her rehire date will The St. Johns Athletic Department is selling tickets take place at the regular board meeting on March 19, 2014. for its Region 24 final verHigh School Principal Nicholas Langhals sus Arlington (kickoff 7 p.m. Saturday) at Lima Stadium said the school was very lucky to have Mrs. Warnecke back for one more year. in the high school office The band had a successful trip (Disney) from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 7-7:30 p.m. today; and and there have been a lot of good comments, Langhals added. Mrs. Warnecke and the 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. band members did a fine job representing the All tickets (adults and students) are $7 pre-sale and school. Langhals reported on Race to the Top $9 at the gates (which open at Lima Stadium at 6 p.m.). and said they just completed a meeting with the area representative, Nancy Allison, and Van Wert Tip-Off completed a survey meeting all goals and Classic moved up The opening round of the Van Wert Girls Basketball Tip-Off Classic will be played tonight, with Ottoville vs. Crestview at 6 p.m. and Wayne Trace playing Van Wert in the second game.

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expectations. Everything is on schedule, Langhals affirmed. There have been talks of a fifth year to finish up things on a state level and no information about money for the district. Board members approved Todd Hoehn as Putnam County League (PCL) basketball tournament manager and Rob Warnecke as the assistant tournament manager for the games which will be hosted by Fort Jennings High School. Members also approved the five-year forecast as submitted. We make best-guess estimates and predictions we can, Langhals stated. Board members approved the return of the advance of $185.60 back to the General Fund from the Title II-A Fund. In addition, members approved amending estimated receipts/appropriations where the receipts were greater than anticipated revenues, less than anticipated revenues, or not included in the original budget. The next school board meeting will be held in the library at 7:30 p.m. on Dec.18.

Great American Smokeout today

Information submitted The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day. By quitting even for one day smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. This year, were celebrating quitters and their supporters with a series of fun characters designed for social sharing on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. Weve also got lots of other resources and information to help you quit for good. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the US, yet about 43.8 million Americans still smoke cigarettes nearly 1 in every 5 adults. As of 2010, there were also 13.2 million cigar smokers in the US and 2.2 million who smoke tobacco in pipes other dangerous and addictive forms of tobacco. Why quit? The health benefits of quitting start immediately from the moment of smoking cessation. Quitting while you are younger will reduce your health risks more but quitting at any age can give back years of life that would be lost by continuing to smoke. How does your body recover after certain amounts of time? 20 minutes Your heart rate and blood pressure drop. 12 hours The carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. 2 weeks to 3 months Your circulation improves and your lung function increases. 1-9 months Coughing and shortness of breath decrease; cilia start to regain normal function in the lungs, increasing the ability to handle mucus, clean the lungs and reduce the risk of infection. 1 year The excess risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a continuing smoker. 5 years Risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus and bladder are cut in half. Cervical cancer risk falls to that of a non-smoker. Stroke risk falls to that of a non-smoker after 2-5 years. See SMOKE, page 10

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Rain likely today and tonight. Highs around 50 and lows in the mid 40s. See page 2.

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Do Right MC donates to Christmas Project

Members of the Do-Right Motorcycle Club recently made their annual donation to the Delphos Community Christmas Project. Participating in the presentation of $1,200 are, from left, Do-Right Dee Helms, Community Christmas Project representative Tina Link, and Do Rights Jared Tiny Fisher, Don Ardner Sr. and Carol Boop. (Delphos Herald/Nancy Spencer)

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VAN WERT COURT NEWS
Sentencings Justin Diltz, 59, Delphos, was sentenced to 15 months prison on each of two counts of trafficking heroin, each a felony of the fourth degree. The sentences were ordered to be served concurrently and he was given credit for four days jail already served. Drew Kenny, 20, Van Wert, was sentenced on possession of drugs, a felony of the fifth degree; and trafficking drugs, also a felony of the fifth degree. His sentence was three years community control concurrently, up to six months at The WORTH Center, 30 days jail, 200 hours community service, substance abuse assessment and treatment, three years intensive probation, drivers license suspended six months, ordered to pay restitution $460 to law enforcement, pay court costs and pay partial appointed counsel fees. A nine-month prison term on each count, concurrent, was deferred pending completion of community control. He was remanded to jail for transfer to The WORTH Center. Arraignments James Yoder, 19, Dalton, entered a not guilty plea to failure to stop after an accident, a felony of the fifth degree. He was released on a surety bond and a pretrial was scheduled for Dec. 11. Jeremy Paige, 29, Van Wert, entered a plea of guilty to a bill of information filed by the prosecutors office charging him with criminal damaging, a misdemeanor of the second degree. A previous charge of vandalism was dismissed for his plea. The court ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set sentencing for Dec. 11. He was released on a surety bond. Probation violation Colt Morris, 26, Lima, admitted to violating his probation by leaving the Alvis House program without permission, having a positive drug test and by associating with a prohibited person. He was sentenced to prison for 42 months with credit for 347 days already served. Plea changes Robert Keipper, 18, Van Wert, was changed his plea to guilty on two counts of breaking and entering, each a felony of the fifth degree. Two counts of burglary were dismissed for his plea. The court ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set sentencing for Jan. 8. His surety bond was continued. Kelli Pontius, 26, Van Wert, changed her plea to guilty to illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, a felony of the third degree. A charge of illegal manufacture of drugs was dismissed for her plea. The court ordered a pre-sentence investigation and set sentencing for Jan 8. Her surety bond was continued.

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Elizabeth J. Elwer
Nov. 27, 1934Nov. 19, 2013 Elizabeth J. Elwer, 78, of Fort Jennings, died at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday at St. Ritas Medical Center. She was born Nov. 27, 1934, in Fort Jennings to Gilbert Gip and Wilma (Giesken) Luebrecht. Her mother preceded her in death in 1936. Her father remarried Agnes Rayman, who truly raised Elizabeth as her own. Gilbert and Agnes also preceded her in death. On Dec. 29, 1956, she married Gale Edward Elwer, who survives in Fort Jennings. Other survivors include two sons, Gary (Diane) Elwer of Eustis, Fla., and Gregory (Tammy) Elwer of Roswell, Ga.; three daughters, Linda (Mark) Wihl of Tracy, Colo., Diane Elwer of Grand Junction, Colo., and Sandra (John) Macias of Sacramento, Calif.; a sister, Shirley (Joseph) Mesker of Fort Jennings; three brothers, Dennis (Sandra) Luebrecht, Donald (Nancy) Luebrecht and Duane (Sharon) Luebrecht of Fort Jennings; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Marilyn (Robert) Heitmeyer. Mrs. Elwer was a nurse and a homemaker. She was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church in Ft. Jennings and St. Christopher s in Hobe Sound, Fla. She enjoyed traveling as an Air Force wife and visiting with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom lived throughout the country. She was an avid euchre player. She also enjoyed working out, painting and other crafts. Mass of Christian burial will begin at noon on Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Rev. Charles Obinwa officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m Friday at Harter and Schier Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Mass Saturday at the church. Preferred memorials are to St. Ritas Hospice or Putnam County Home Healthcare. To leave condolences, visit harterandschier.com.

Thomas F. McCabe

Feb. 12, 1943-Nov. 20, 2013

One Year Ago Delphos Optimist club past president Michael Friedrich Associated Press was presented with the Presidents Citation for Outstanding Optimist Club member 2011-12. During Friedrichs presiToday is Thursday, Nov. 21, dency, he led the local group to honor club status. He was prethe 325th day of 2013. There sented with the citation by last years Delphos Optimist Club are 40 days left in the year. president, Harry Flanagan. Todays Highlight in History: 25 Years Ago - 1988 On Nov. 21, 1973, President Lisa Sadler, Nikki Wellmann, Kristi Klausing and Tammy Richard Nixons attorney, J. Stemen were special award winners when St. Johns volleyball Fred Buzhardt, revealed the team held its awards banquet Sunday at the Little Theatre. existence of an 18-1/2-min- Sadler was recognized for having the highest serving percentute gap in one of the White age for the varsity. Wellmann won the Blue Jay hustle award House tape recordings related for the varsity. Klausing had the highest serving percentage for to Watergate. the reserve team. Tammy Stemen received the hustle award. On this date: Stan Wiechart will officially retire as a platoon chief fireIn 1789, North Carolina fighter of the Delphos Fire Department Nov. 27, after 25 years became the 12th state to ratify of service. Starting with the department in September 1962 as the U.S. Constitution. a Kelly man or a swing shift worker, Wiechart said he worked In 1861, Judah Benjamin, every Saturday and Sunday like that for 2 1/2 years. In February who had been acting 1966, he was taken on as a regular firefighter. Confederate Secretary of War, Ottoville evened its record at 1-1 with a 58-43 win over was formally named to the post. Lincolnview Saturday at Ottoville. Melanie Miller led the Big In 1920, the Irish Republican Green with 16 points. Terri Hilvers added 15. The Big Green Army killed 12 British intel- held a big edge in rebounding 44-23. Darla Taylor of Ottoville ligence officers and two aux- pulled down a game-high 17 rebounds. Cheryl Klima had nine iliary policemen in the Dublin and Hilvers and Miller had eight each. area; British forces responded by raiding a soccer match, kill50 Years Ago 1963 ing 14 civilians. Seven hunters returned Tuesday from Michigan after In 1922, Rebecca L. Felton an unsuccessful deer hunting expedition. Making the trip of Georgia was sworn in as the to Michigan were Kenny Looser, Dick Kaskel, Rev. John first woman to serve in the U.S. Quenneville, Rev. Thomas Gorman, Gene Hayes, Ray Pohlman Senate. and Steve Dickman. Kaskel said they passed up several good In 1931, the Universal hor- doe shots the first two days because they wanted bucks but ror film Frankenstein, star- they were unable to get close enough to get a shot at a buck. ring Boris Karloff as the monStudents who assisted during the recent pancake day, sponster and Colin Clive as his cre- sored by the Lions Club, were guests at the Delphos Lions ator, was first released. Club meeting Tuesday evening at NuMaudes Restaurant. In 1934, the Cole Porter They are Denny Moore, Bob Kimmet, Paul Looser, Denny musical Anything Goes, star- Carder, Bob Carder and Gary Grubenhoff. ring Ethel Merman as Reno Mrs. Melford Will and Mrs. Arthur Williams were welSweeney, opened on Broadway. comed into the Senior Chapter of the Child Conservation In 1942, the Alaska Highway League during a meeting of the chapter held Tuesday evening was formally opened. in the home of Mrs. Don May, North Canal Street. Mrs. W. B. In 1969, the Senate voted Bowersock served as co-hostess. The program for the evening down the Supreme Court was a book review given by Mrs. William Broaddus. nomination of Clement F. Haynsworth, 55-45, the first 75 Years Ago 1938 such rejection since 1930. The Delphos Jefferson cage forces will open the 1938In 1974, bombs exploded at 39 season Tuesday night at Union. Coach Kurth announced a pair of pubs in Birmingham, that the Jefferson varsity squad starting lineup will probably England, killing 21 people. be Thompson and Mericle at forward, Dunlap at center, Van (Six suspects were convicted of Meter and Foster as guard. The reserve team lineup will probthe attack, but the convictions ably be Seymour and Eversole at forwards, Fuller at center and of the so-called Birmingham Osmun and Link or Miller at guards. Six were overturned in 1991.) See ARCHIVES, page 10

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Thomas F. McCabe, 70, of Delphos, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning at his residence surrounded by his loving family. His Family. He was born Feb. 12, 1943, in Lima, to William F. and Rita (Tegenkamp) McCabe, who preceded him in death. On April 29, 1967, he married Kathy (Metzger) McCabe, who survives in Delphos. Tom is also survived by three daughters, Kimberly McCabe, Pamela (Travis) Miller and Jodi (Brian Sellers) Bennett, all of Delphos; five grandchildren, Treyton Miller, MaKya Miller, Tanzen Miller, Lane Bennett and Alonnah Sellers; and a brother, James McCabe of Maumee. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Agler. His Legacy. Tom retired after 27 years of service as a police officer for the city of Delphos. He was one of the first sergeants on the Delphos Police Department. He was the co-owner of Photography by Mac. He was a 1961 graduate of St. Johns High School and a graduate of London Ohio Police School. He was certified from several police and photography schools. Tom was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 62, Eagles Aerie 471 and NAPP. Tom enjoyed his Sundays listening to Elvis music and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed traveling with family and friends and was a well-known patron of Jims Restaurant. Tom had a passion for taking portraits and pictures of all kinds. His Farewell Services. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Charles Obinwa officiating. Burial will follow in St. Johns Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday at Strayer Funeral Home, where a Fraternal Order of Police Service will be held at 3 p.m. and a Parish Wake Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions. Memorials may be made to St. Johns Parish Foundation and St. Ritas Hospice. Online condolences may be shared at www.strayerfuneralhome.com.

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EDINGER, Nancy, 76, memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First United Brethren in Christ Church, with Pastor Jody Harr officiating. Calling hours are 9-11 a.m. Saturday prior to the service. Interment will follow at a later date of Maple Grove Cemetery in Bluffton. Preferred memorials are to the First United Brethren in Christ Church.

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WEATHER FORECAST Tri-county Associated Press TODAY: Rain likely. Highs around 50. South winds 5 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent. TONIGHT: Rain likely. Lows in the mid 40s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent. FRIDAY: Rain likely. Highs in the lower 50s. West winds 5 to 10 mph shifting to the northwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 70 percent. FRIDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain and snow through midnight. Then partly cloudy with a chance of flurries after midnight. Colder. Lows around 30. Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph. Chance of measurable precipitation 20 percent. SATURDAY: Partly cloudy. Chance of flurries in the morning. Then chance of snow showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s.

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Cloverdale seeks assistance, donations in clean up

Information submitted CLOVERDALE All contractors must register with the Village of Cloverdale. Registration will be held from noon-1 p.m. today and Friday at the Town Hall, 210 Mahoning St., Cloverdale. Volunteers are needed and asked to meet at St. Barbaras Parish Hall (corner of Plank Road and Main Street) at 9 a.m. today and Friday. Dress for the weather. Donations are being accepted for the following items: rakes, trash bags, snow shovels, moving boxes and five-gallon buckets. Donations can be dropped off at the Oak Haven Residential Care Center, 152 Main St., Cloverdale. The Putnam County Long Term Recovery Task Force, a county-wide groups of local and regional agencies and organizations created to provide assistance to those involved in disaster, has established the Nov. 17 Recovery Fund. One hundred percent of monies donated to this Task Force remain local as the mission of the LTRTF is placing recovery resources in the hands of those who need it most. Donations may be made at any Putnam County Huntington Bank or Fort Jennings State Bank. For a tax deductible donation, checks may be mailed to the Nov. 17 Recovery Fund at PO Box 472, Ottawa, OH 45875. From Putnam County EMA: Persons with homes impacted by the storms on Sunday are asked to call the Putnam County EMA office to report damages by calling 419538-7315. The office is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Health care moving to home as baby boomers age

Information submitted Every November, Community Health Professionals joins home health and hospice agencies nationwide to celebrate National Home Care and Hospice Month, honoring healthcare employees and raising awareness of in-home health services available to local residents. Private duty home care provides nonmedical assistance for seniors and disabled clients, allowing them to stay at home amidst familiar surroundings and possessions, which has a positive effect on psychological well-being. Skilled home healthcare (visiting nurses) is a specific form of home care that is physician-ordered and performed by registered nurses and therapists. Hospice care focuses on relieving symptoms and pain management for patients diagnosed with a terminal illness. Community Health Professionals provides each of these core services to Allen, Putnam and Van Wert County residents, plus adult day care and inpatient hospice services. In coming years, home care and hospice are poised to play a key role. A wide range of forces is joining to drive care toward home and community-based services. Based on demography and dollars, experts agree that the destiny of health care lies in the home. The first of the 78 million baby boomers turned 65 last year, and the rest of the boomers will reach their golden years in the next two decades, making health care dollars grow even scarcer. As the silver tsunami sweeps on, the most important trend in health care is the shift from hospitals and nursing homes to home care, from treatment to proactive monitoring and care. However in coming decades, there will

LIMA The Humane Society of Allen County is pleased to announce that a video game tournament will be held Saturday with bracket assignments/checkin at 11:30 a.m. and play beginning at noon. The event will include a Call of Duty: Ghost two versus two person teams for death-match elimination and a John Madden Football single-person elimination bracket with a random three-team choice option. Both games will be played on PlayStation 3 systems. Register in advance for $20 for Call of Duty: Ghost or for $25 on game day. Dont have a teammate? Single players will be assigned to a team. For Madden Football preregistration is $10 or $15 on game day. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Allen County. Prizes will be awarded to the top three players for Call of Duty: Ghost and the top two for Madden Football. Snacks and drinks will be available. For information, please contact the shelter during open hours noon-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 419991-1775 or Game Day Coordinator Ted Spencer by email at tspencer76.ts@ gmail.com or phone/text at 419-302-0825.

be even fewer family caregivers, according to a recent report from AARP. The study states that potential caregivers will be in much shorter supply starting in 2026 when the first boomers turn 80. The causes of this impending care gap lie in well-known trends including longer life spans, smaller families, more divorces among those 50 and older, more people who never had children, and rising rates of disability associated with the obesity epidemic. The number of frail older people over 65 is also expected to increase from 11 million in 2010 to 18 million in 2030, the report notes. The percentage of frail older people who are childless is expected to rise from 14 to 18 percent during this period, and the ratio of frail, older people who have only one or two adult children is expected to increase from 38 to 49 percent. Most of these aging boomers will want to remain in their homes, but they may not be able to count on their families for longterm care when its needed. Technology will help close the gap. Telehealth and activity monitors available now promote out-of-hospital care for chronic patients, solutions for healthy aging and help patients to self-manage their care. But technology will never replace the human touch. Nurses, aides, social workers and volunteers are the heart of home health and hospice care, said Brent Tow, CHP president and CEO. They are more than caregivers for their patients. They also become friends, and almost family. And that intimate, one-to-one care is another reason why home care is poised to a key role in health care in coming years. Community Health Professionals offers a complete range of home health and hospice services throughout northwest and west central Ohio. Home health, hospice and related services can begin with a phone call to 419-695-1999 in Delphos. Or visit www.ComHealthPro.org to learn more.

Columbus Grove hosts Christmas in the Park

Information submitted COLUMBUS GROVE Christmas in the Park in Columbus Grove will be held Dec. 1 at Memorial Park. Santa arrives at 6 p.m. followed by the lighting of the Christmas lights in the park, horse-drawn carriage rides, singing and musical entertainment, Tap On Wood Dancers, treats from Santa, cookies, hot chocolate, hot chili soup, hot dogs and pictures with Santa. The event is free and the public is welcome. For each non-perishable food item donated to the Lords Pantry, you will be entered to win a 2014 Columbus Grove family pool pass. The evening is sponsored by the Village of Columbus Grove, Fire Department and Chamber of Commerce.

Allen Co. Historical Society to host holiday dinners

Information submitted ALLEN COUNTY The Allen County Historical Society will host two Holiday Dinners in the 1893 Victorian MacDonell House. The house will be fully decorated for the holidays. The dinners, catered by Ann Ross, will be Dec. 13 and 14. Hors doeuvres will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The cost is $45 per person. Seating is limited. Please make reservations no later than Dec. 1 by calling Donna Collins at the Allen County Museum, 419-222-9426. The location of the dinners is 632 West Market St., Lima. Newspapers provide a daily source of information from around the globe. Expand your horizons.

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COLUMBUS (AP) The Ohio House has approved a measure making broad changes to the states gun laws, including the addition of a stand your ground selfdefense rule that has sparked debates on gun control across the country. The measure passed 62-27 Wednesday amid protests from anti-gun groups, black legislators and others. The bill eliminates the duty to retreat in any place in which the person is lawfully allowed to be and makes concealed-carry licenses in Ohio and certain other states valid across state lines. Republican Rep. Terry Johnson said the bill brings reasonable safety protections to Ohioans. Democrats predicted it would foster violence. State Rep. Alicia Reece says opponents have jammed Republican Gov. John Kasichs phone lines with calls to take their side. At least 22 states have similar self-defense laws.

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Information submitted Information submitted KANSAS CITY, Mo. Local student Brice Schulte, Venedocia, joined over 550 of the top collegiate agriculture students Nov. 7-10 in Kansas City, Mo. to engage in career preparation training at the Agriculture Future of America Leaders Conference. For four days, Schulte, who studies mechanical engineering at The Ohio State University, participated in soft skill training provided by agriculture, education and facilitation professionals. In the Conference environment, Schulte was surrounded by like-minded students, who are passionate about agriculture, and by agriculture professionals who have invested financially as well as relationally in these students lives. Bunge is one of the organizations that partners with AFA to make this training possible. Bunge specifically invested relationally in Schulte. While at Conference, Schulte was invited to a special breakfast hosted by Bunge. During this breakfast, Bunge and Schulte were able to connect and discuss Bunges opportunities and Schultes interests. Schulte was paired with Bunge based on mutual interest. Bunge is a proud partner of Agriculture Future of America, said Geri Hayes, Bunge vice president of human resources. We continue to work with AFA supporting the mission to create partnerships that identify, encourage and support outstanding college students who are preparing for careers in the agriculture and food industry. Like all student delegates, Schulte was competitively selected by AFA and its partners for Conference participation and this opportunity to connect with Bunge. AFA Leaders Conference is just one collegiate and young professional leader development program offered by AFA, which exists as a catalyst in the preparation of the next generation of agriculture leaders. VAN WERT Williamson Insurance Agency presents long-time voice of agriculture, Orion The Big O Samuelson, to the Niswonger Performing Arts Center at 3 p.m. Feb. 23, 2014. Samuelson is heard on WGN Radio, where he has served as Agribusiness Director since 1960. His life-long commitment to agriculture has been recognized by organizations in all segments of agri-business. In May of 2001, Orion was named a Laureate of the Lincoln Academy of Illinois and received the Lincoln Medal, the highest award bestowed by the state of Illinois. A week later, the University of Illinois presented Orion with the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters. In January of 1998, the American Farm Bureau Federation honored Orion and Bob Dole with the AFBF Distinguished Service Award. At the 1997 Illinois State Fair,

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Governor Jim Edgar changed the name of the Junior Livestock Building to the Orion Samuelson Junior Livestock Building as a tribute to Orions nearly four decades of service to the agricultural youth of Illinois. In October of 1994, Orion was honored as Man of the Year by Heifer Project International on

its 50th anniversary. He has received the National 4-H Alumni Award and the Honorary FFA American Farmer Degree and is an honorary member of Alpha Gamma Rho, the agriculture fraternity. Orion is the most recognized agricultural journalist in the industry, Samuelson has more than 60 years experience in broadcasting,

more than 50 of those at Chicagos WGN. Tickets for the presentation are on sale now: $20 for adults / $10 for students. The Niswonger Box Office, located at 10700 SR 118 S, Van Wert, is open noon-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased online 24 hours at www. NPACVW.org.

Ag Credit announces continued strong earnings

Information submitted FOSTORIA Ag Credit, ACA, a memberowned cooperative with more than $1.43 billion in assets, today announced financial results for the first nine months of calendar year 2013. Net income for the first nine months of 2013 was $23.8 million, compared with $19.3 million for the same period in 2012. The increase in net income is primarily due to increased net interest income on increased loan volume and an increase in earnings on the associations own funds in loans. Loan volume increased by $91.9 million for the first nine months of 2013, representing a 7.18 percent increase in loans. Members equity increased to $216.35 million from $200.10 million at the end of 2012. Ag Credits credit quality improved during the first nine months in 2013 and remains strong.

Were very pleased with the first nine months financial results for our cooperative, said Neil Jordan, President and CEO. In light of all the uncertainties with federal deficits, reductions in grain commodity prices and unresolved issues related to the Farm Bill, its good to know our lending institution is on firm ground. Our members can be confident our board is looking toward year-end with another very strong projection for profit sharing for 2013. About Ag Credit: Ag Credit takes pride in financing the growth of rural America, including the special needs of young, beginning and minority producers. With more than 6,800 customers and $1.43 billion of assets, Ag Credit is one of the regions leading providers of credit and insurance services to farmers, agribusiness and rural residents in Northern Ohio. Learn more at www. agcredit.net.

The Ohio Lake Erie Phosphorus (P) Task Force II released its final report in October and there are a lot of interesting facts on phosP delivered from edge of fields is phorus runoff and possible changes 2.05 #/A and from outlets is 1.43 that may be coming in farming prac- #/A. Existing conservation practices tices. This article summarizes and are reducing edge of field P losses highlights major findings from the by 32 percent. (pg 5) Ideally, a P P Task Force. loss of 1 pound or less per acre is The P Task Force is composed of desirable. representatives from Ohio EPA, Ohio The Task force also reported that Department of Natural Resources, the relative contribution of disOhio Lake Erie Commission, and solved reactive P from turf to Lake agribusiness, crop consultants and Erie is low; however, recently the farmers. The purpose of the P Task Scotts Company eliminated P from force is to track and reduce soluble their lawn maintenance products reactive phosphorus in Lake Erie resulting in an annual reduction 158 and to develop policy and manage- tons of P. (pg 10) ment recommendations based on To reduce harmful algae blooms new data and research. (pg 1) (HAB) in Lake Erie, the task force P Task Force key findings: set some targets for P reduction in Nutrient impairment is impacting the water entering Lake Erie. the $11.5 tourism industry and causFor total P, reductions of 37 pering increased costs to public water cent (from 1,275 metric ton down supplies. (pg 1) Approximately 10 to 800 metric ton) during the spring million people get their drinking months (March 1-June30). For diswater from Lake Erie. solved reactive P, a 41 percent The Task Force concluded that reduction (256 metric tons down to there are multiple contributors to P 150 metric tons) in the spring will in Lake Erie but agriculture is the significantly reduce or eliminated leading source in the Maumee HABs. (pg 34) River (~80 percent). (pg 1) Several best management pracA NRCS Great Lakes Conservation tices are being promoted by the P Effects Assessment report includes Task Force: Soil tests every three the following highlights in the P years representing no more than 25 Task Force report: acres. Recommend using intense Eightyfour percent of P applied precision technologies with GPS in agriculture came from fertiliz- on as many acres as possible. No er and 16 percent from manure. www.edwardjones.com surface applications of P fertilizer Lake Erie receives 44 percent of on snow covered or frozen ground. all P delivered in the Great Lakes. Nutrients should be incorporated or You Put Them In a Safe Cultivated Cropland contributes 61 Place. banded and injected or applied to a percent of the total P delivered to living crop. Weather predictions and Lake Erie. Average annual loads of soil conditions should be considered

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to minimize runoff. (pg 51) Including cover crops is critical to improving soil health, increasing water infiltration, and reducing critical peak runoff that is transporting sediment and dissolved nutrients. Improved crop rotations decrease surface runoff through better water infiltration and water holding capacity and decrease runoff and soil erosion. (pg 52) Residue and tillage management are critical components. Mulch till and no-till are critical conservation practices to control erosion in the Western Lake Erie Basin. Recent information indicates that a combination of no-till, strip fertilization, and cover crops dramatically reduces runoff and nutrient movement especially on heavy clay soils that compact easily and seal off, even under no-till or rotational no-till (no-till one year, chiseling or vertical tillage the next) situations. These practices are important for climate change and sequestering carbon in the soil profile. (pg 52) Other practices that are being promoted: Grass water ways, drainage water management, filter strips/ filter areas, constructed wetlands, blind inlets, phosphorus and denitrifying bioreactors, water sediment control basins, riparian forest buffers. (pg 52-54) The entire 96-page P Task Force report can be found at epa.state.oh.us/portals/35/lakeerie/ ptaskforce2/Task_Force_Report_ October_2013.pdf. There is no one practice that can be recommended as best in all cases. Weather and management are key elements in the success of best management practices that reduce runoff, soil erosion and nutrient losses from fields!

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Roast Turkey Breast with Orange Glaze 2 tablespoons oil 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 (4 - 5-pound) fresh or frozen whole turkey breast, thawed 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, optional Salt and pepper Orange Glaze 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 1/2 cup orange marmalade 1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1/2 teaspoon ginger Heat oven to 350 degrees. In small bowl, combine oil, onion powder and garlic powder; brush turkey breast on all sides with oil mixture. Rub thyme (if using) over all sides of turkey; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place turkey, skin side up, on rack in roasting pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees and turkey is tender throughout. Meanwhile, in small saucepan combine all glaze ingredients. Cook over medium heat until smooth and bubbly, stirring constantly. Remove turkey from oven; brush with glaze. Let turkey stand 15 minutes before slicing. Pass remaining glaze to spoon over sliced turkey. 8 to 10 servings. Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered 6 tablespoons butter, divided 1/3 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Dash cayenne pepper Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add onion; cook until slightly softened. Sprinkle with brown sugar; cook until brown sugar is bubbly and onion is tender. Drain potatoes; transfer to a large bowl. Add the sour cream, milk, cream cheese, salt, pepper, cayenne and remaining butter; mash until smooth. Stir in the onion mixture. Yield: 8 servings. If you enjoyed these recipes, made changes or have one to share, email kitchenpress@yahoo.com.

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Johnson Lima Beane Barbershopper of the Year

The Lima Beane Barbershop Chorus recently held its 2013-14 Officer Induction and Awards Banquet at the Red Pig Inn in Ottawa. Dave Johnson, left, received the 2013 Barbershopper of the Year Award and 2013 President John E. Wellman was again inducted as the incoming 2014 president. The 2014 annual Lima Beane Show will be April 5 at the Lima Civic Center. (Submitted photo)

Dickman passes basic training

Army Pfc. John T. Dickman III has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches and field training exercises. Dickman is the son of John Dickman Jr., of Delphos and Tammy Baker of Columbia City, Ind. He is a 2007 graduate of Jefferson Senior High School and earned an associate degree in 2011 from the ITT Technical Institute- Fort Wayne Campus.

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By JIM METCALFE Sports Editor jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com I would not relish being on that committee that will cut down the list of potential modern-era National Football League Hall-ofFame nominees from 126 to 25. These will go with the two senior nominees Ray Guy (Really? Hes not already in? Perhaps the best punter of all time?) and former Atlanta/Philadelphia DE Claude Humphreys. There are some worthy candidates that will not be on that list, let alone get in. If you want to see the whole list players, coaches, owners/contributors go to the official site of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. If the argument boils down to was this person among the best players in the game at the time he was playing, needless to say, each one could make a convincing case for inclusion in the games immortals I like that phrase! and each one could have a convincing case made against them. I took a brief scan of the nominees and I cant see one that really wasnt at least among the upper echelon of players when he was playing but I

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dont know if they can claim to be among the best. Remember, the one who started playing the earliest in this group was Ed Too Tall Jones, whose career began in 1974, so youre talking about almost 35 years worth of players. That is tough for any sport in any era. I almost prefer the argument of would this player have been good in any and every era in order to make it into the best of the best, the elite of the elite. For example, would Phil Simms have been the caliber of quarterback he was when the NFL was more of a running league say, in the Vince Lombardi era than in the modern era, which has increasingly become more of a passing game. Would a receiver like Andre Reed does as well when cornerbacks like a Mel Blount were allowed

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to beat the snot out of receivers all the way down the field until the ball was released? Officiating in those days probably had its own share of problems how could a cornerback know when the ball was released, for example, unless he was looking? Or for coaches: did they show the ability like a Don Shula, who had success with the Miami Dolphins when they featured the bruising Paul Csonka, as well as when they had the gun-slinging Dan Marino to win with different styles and different eras? I know thats not a perfect question, either, because even that is open to interpretation. Let the arguing continue. It will anyway. I really hope this is not a trend that continues. I ran cross this item the other day about how three former college football players: Joey Balthazor, Paul Morgan and Cliff Deese; have sued the NCAA, alleging the powers-thatbe did not inform the players of the inherent dangers of football. See MUSINGS, page 7

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Scott, Kuchar favored at World Cup

Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia On current form and on a very familiar golf course, the two top-ranked players in the World Cup Adam Scott and Matt Kuchar are heavy favorites for individual honors when play begins today at Royal Melbourne. The second-ranked Scott has won two tournaments in a row the Australian PGA and the Australian Masters, which was held last week at Royal Melbourne. Seventh-ranked Kuchar led by two strokes late in the final round of the Masters before a double-bogey on 18 enabled Scott to successfully defend his title. Kuchar finished second. He has been in such good form, Kuchar said of Scott on Wednesday. To at least give him a run it was awfully good. I stood five back going into Sunday. Unfortunately, I got a bad break on 18 and thats part of golf. The Australians, with Scotts teammate Jason Day at No. 18, are the highest-ranked team this week and will have the benefit of local crowds. Its an interesting week, Scott said. We playing together as a team but we still want to beat each other.

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. Tony Stewart has come to loathe stairs. Out of a wheelchair, off his crutches and only in the last week or so walking without the use of a cane, Stewart still hasnt totally settled back into his usual routine since breaking his right leg in an Aug. 5 sprint car crash. Hes living on his own again but his most recent digs were on the second floor; leaving the house each day required a thorough mental checklist. I have a huge appreciation for just daily things that I cant do now, he said. Its like I have to plan, I have to think about stuff. When I go to leave, I dont want to have to go back up those steps. Before I get to the end of the hallway, I make sure I have everything I need before I get down that flight of steps. Being out of a race car for

more than four a distraction, he months now has said. When you given the 3-time have all that taken NASCAR chamaway from you, pion a new outlook your daily activon just about everyity becomes a lot thing. more subtle and On pace to run you appreciate it more than 100 races all a lot more. Not this year before only Cup racing the injury, Stewart but everything instead spent almost that I do each a week in a hospiday, I think about Stewart tal following the acciit different than I did dent in Iowa. He spent before. another week in bed with his A third surgery in October leg immobilized and was essen- to address an infection was a tially confined to the home of setback Stewart wasnt expecthis business manager for about ing and also a wake-up call. a month. Stewart needed an Hed been pushing himself from ambulance to transport him to the moment hed been cleared doctor appointments, daily tasks to leave the house in early such as bathing were a chore and September and tried to enjoy his the busiest man in racing sud- time at the race track as a spectadenly had nothing but free time tor and driver coach to Stewarton his hands. Haas Racings Danica Patrick. I think its very easy to get caught up in everything thats See NASCAR, page 7 going on, just daily stuff being

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Added Day: I dont know whether to love him or not if he beats me. Kuchar and his teammate, Kevin Streelman, will attempt to successfully defend for the Americans the title that Kuchar and Gary Woodland won in 2011. The differences between the tournament, format-wise, that Kuchar and Woodland won in 2011 is about as far as the distance between Royal Melbourne and Haiku, China, where the Americans won. Then, it was a team event in keeping with the near 60-year history of the tournament. Two days of 4-ball competition, two days of foursomes. This time, to prepare for golfs return to the Olympics and the format that will be used in Rio, its basically an individual stroke-play event. The financial emphasis is on the individual portion of the tournament $7 million in prize money to be divided among the 60-man field, including $1.2 million to the winner. And just $1 million allocated for the team event, with money only going to the top three teams. See GOLF, page 7

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Associated Press At Royal Melbourne Golf Club (Composite Course) Melbourne, Australia Today-Sunday Argentina Emiliano Grillo, Fabian Gomez. Australia Adam Scott, Jason Day. Brazil Adilson da Silva, Alexandre Rocha. Canada Brad Fritsch, David Hearn. Chile Felipe Aguilar, Mark Tullo. China Liang Wenchong, Wu Ashun. Denmark Thomas Bjorn, Thorbjorn Oleson. England Danny Willett, Chris Wood. Finland Mikko Korhonen, Roope Kakko. France Gregory Bourdy, Victor Dubuisson. Germany Marcel Siem, Maximilian Kieffer. India Anirban Lahiri, Gaganjeet Bhullar. Ireland Shane Lowry, Graeme McDowell. Italy Francesco Molinari, Matteo Manassero. Japan Ryo Ishikawa, Hideto Tanihara. Netherlands Robert-Jan Derksen, Tim Sluiter. New Zealand Michael Hendry, Tim Wilkinson. Philippines Angelo Que, Tony Lascuna. Portugal Jose-Filipe Lima, Ricardo Santos. Scotland Martin Laird, Stephen Gallacher. South Africa Branden Grace, George Coetzee. South Korea K.J. Choi, Bae Sang-moon. Spain Miguel Angel Jimenez, Rafael Cabrera Bello. Sweden Jonas Blixt, Peter Hanson. Thailand Kiradech Aphibarnrat, Prayad Marksaeng. United States Matt Kuchar, Kevin Streelman.

Saints will make Falcons hit rock bottom

By BARRY WILNER Associated Press What a juicy matchup the NFL scheduled for to night, a showdown for the lead in the NFC South and maybe for the best record in the conference. Then the Atlanta Falcons didnt do their part. Instead, the prime-time meeting between long-time rivals has lost much of its luster. Atlanta (2-8) is the biggest disappointment in the entire NFL, going from nearly making the Super Bowl to contending for the top overall draft choice. Its been a rough year for the Falcons, who have been ravaged by injuries and plagued by sloppiness (minus-11 turnover margin). Its certainly not fun when youre not in the mix, Matt Ryan said. Thats part of this league. There are times when it can be humbling. Youve got to keep your head down and keep going. I think you learn from everything, the good and the bad, and sometimes you learn more from the bad than the good. I think everybody is trying to learn from it, apply it to themselves and find ways to get better, find ways to use it as motivation. The Saints (8-2) dont need much more motivation than this: If they can win out, they will get the home field throughout the NFC playoffs because they will have beaten the Seahawks (10-1), the only team ahead of them in the conference. They meet Dec. 2. Thats huge: No one wants to go to Seattle or to New Orleans in the playoffs. You always want to be at home, Drew Brees said, especially in those games. New Orleans (No. 4 in the AP Pro32) is a 9-point favorite at Atlanta (No. 31, AP Pro32). The Falcons have almost hit rock bottom. When the archrival Saints rout them in prime time, that will be as low as they can get. SAINTS, 33-17 No. 15 Dallas (plus 2) at No. 16 New York Giants Giants win fifth straight, increase the angst in Cowboys fans. BEST BET: GIANTS, 30-23 No. 7 Indianapolis (plus 2) at No. 13 Arizona Bruce Arians was 2012 Coach of the Year as Colts interim. Hes doing just as good a job in the desert. Still UPSET SPECIAL, COLTS 21-20 No. 2 Denver (minus 2) at No. 6 New England Tom Terrific tends to get the better of Peyton in Foxborough matchups. Not this time with that banged-up defense. BRONCOS, 33-28 No. 8 San Francisco (minus 5) at No. 27 Washington, Monday night If Niners have any designs on getting back to big game, they need to start now. 49ERS, 20-16 No. 18 New York Jets (plus 3) at No. 19 Baltimore If Ravens have any designs on well, you know. RAVENS, 17-15 No. 5 Carolina (minus 4) at No. 17 Miami Panthers must show some staying power after big win over Patriots. See NFL, page 7

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Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State AllAmerican cornerback Bradley Roby will forgo his senior season to enter the NFL Draft, coach Urban Meyer announced Wednesday. Meyer said Roby will be honored with the Buckeyes 18 seniors before Saturdays home finale against Indiana. Roby, a fourth-year junior who entertained leaving for the NFL after last season, is widely projected as a first- or second-round pick. Roby, a 5-11, 192-pounder from Suwanee, Ga., has 155 tackles in 33 games for the Buckeyes, with seven tackles for a loss, eight interceptions, one blocked kick, a fumble recovery and a fumble caused. In confirming Roby would give up his final year of eligibility, Meyer said it was too much to ask players these days to give five years to their college career. Ohio State (10-0, 6-0 Big Ten), No. 3 in the BCS rankings, is seeking a schoolrecord 23rd consecutive win against the Hoosiers (4-6, 2-4). Meyer declined to say if other players were leaving a year early for the draft. We talked and hes going to go and move on, Meyer added. Thats all you ask. You dont ask for five years nowadays. Its no secret. Theres nothing wrong with that. Its great for him, great for Ohio State. BUCKEYES BUZZ: This is Meyers 12th year as a head coach and before that, been a good offense and played better he was on staff for 15 years at Ohio State, defense. We havent had our physical presIllinois State, Colorado State and Notre ence and havent played the run well. We Dame. struggled. So the way they do it, theyve So it stands to reason that along the had a run threat. They are going out way, both on the field and in space, with fast guys, and at coaches meetings and they delivered the mail pretty conventions, he has met a good. So its a very good lot of people. offense. Once again this week, Wilson is particularly Meyer will encounter enamored with Ohio State someone he knows quite QB Braxton Miller. well when No. 4 Ohio State He hears negative things hosts Indiana (3:30 p.m.). about him but doesnt give Hoosiers third-year them much credence. head coach Kevin Wilson Braxton is a tremendous is about the same age as runner for a quarterback, Meyer and their careers Wilson added. Now a lot of have run for about the guys say the guy cant throw. Roby same span. Like Meyer, I mean, his passing percentage Wilson is considered an offen(this year) is 68 percent. sive-oriented coach who loves the spread. The Buckeyes are also wary of the Wilson has an assistant at North Carolina, Hoosiers, who rang up 49 points on Ohio Winston-Salem State, North Carolina State a year ago but still lost 52-49. A&T, Miami (Ohio), Northwestern and Theyre talented at the skill posiOklahoma usually coordinating the tions. Coach Wilson does an unbelievoffense since 1984. able job with the offense, Ohio State So the coaches know each other and co-defensive coordinator Everett Withers have taken note of what each other has said. Its the same offense he ran when done in past jobs. Now, this week, theyre he was at Oklahoma, when I was at paying particular attention to each others Texas. Its high-tempo so he tries to limit teams. what you can play defensively. Its a big There is a physical presence and I challenge for us but its not much differthink thats a sign of really good teams, ent than what our offense does. So we Wilson said of the Buckeyes attack. do have some familiarity with the speed When weve had that on our team, weve part of it. By TOM WITHERS Associated Press BEREA Browns quarterback Jason Campbell has learned that once Sundays over, Sundays over. Win or lose, good or bad, strong performance or forgettable one, theres only one way to survive in the NFL. Youve got to move on, he said. Cleveland cant afford to dwell on its curious loss in Cincinnati. At least the Browns had better not. Its Steelers Week,and thats no time to lose focus. Three days after their stranger-thanfiction loss to the Bengals, the Browns (4-6) began practicing for their bitter rival. Theyre still searching for answers to what happened during the second quarter at Paul Brown Stadium. After taking a quick 13-0 lead, the Browns botched two punts, had a fumble returned for a touchdown and gave up 31 straight points in 15 minutes on the way to a disheartening 41-20 loss. You have games where everything just seems not to be going right for us and thats just one of those games that happened on Sunday, Campbell said. The whole day was weird. Even the flight was weird. It was just one of those days that happened. You move on. Campbell threw three interceptions, an outing that partially erased the positive vibes he created with strong games in consecutive weeks against Kansas City and Baltimore. But the 9-year veteran never got into a rhythm against the Bengals and must now bounce back against the Steelers (4-6), who have recovered nicely from a 0-4 start. Campbell knows the Browns have to block out any recent memories, painful as they may be. You can look at it two ways, he added. What happened Sunday is over. You can bounce back this Sunday and

He had a large hand in the Bengals first touchdown as well, slightly tipping Campbells pass late in the first quarter with the Browns up 13-0. The deflected throw went to linebacker James CINCINNATI Greg Little broke free of the coverage as Harrison for an interception that set up Cincinnatis first score he ran along the front of the end zone. All Cleveland quarter- in a 31-point second quarter. back Jason Campbell had to do was lob the ball his way. It changed the whole momentum of the game, cornerback Whap! It never got past the line of scrimmage. Another Adam Pacman Jones said. Signs of a good team: working quarterback had failed to escape the long arms of the Bengals together to be great. Michael Johnson. The Bengals thought Johnson would develop into a disrupThe 6-7 defensive end has batted down five passes this sea- tive pass rusher when they drafted him in the third round out son, according to STATS, but none of his swats has been more of Georgia Tech in 2009. He had his best season in 2012, getprominent than the ones last Sunday during a 41-20 victory over ting 11 sacks, second on the team to Geno Atkins 12. The Cleveland. The Bengals (7-4) came away in conBengals designated him their franchise player in the trol of the AFC North heading into their bye week. offseason. Getting the ball past Johnson and 6-6 Carlos With Atkins out for the season with a torn knee Dunlap on the other end of Cincinnatis line is a ligament, Johnson came through with his best game tall order. Sunday. He batted or tipped three passes, forced Sometimes you get it and a lot of times you a fumble, sacked Campbell once and picked off a dont, Johnson said. The percentage is a lot deflected pass. lower of getting it than not getting it. Sometimes Johnson was a basketball star at Dallas County you can feel it grazing (a hand) and know you High School in Alabama, averaging 16 points and could have gotten a lot more on it. 10 rebounds as a junior forward. Hes gotten enough of them to make a difference. Hes developed a knack for getting his hands on the football. Johnsons total of five passes batted down at the line ranks You rush and try to beat your guy, Johnson added. You second in the NFL to Connor Barwins six for Philadelphia, see him getting ready to throw and get your hands up. Most according to STATS. The Bengals have batted down 10 overall, have to look when they finally decide where theyre going to tied for sixth in the league. throw the ball. And if they look in my direction, the ball is probThat doesnt include the number of passes redirected at the ably coming that way. line. Johnson had both on Sunday. When you do that, good things happen. The Browns had a chance to go up 7-0 when Little got open Notes: The Eagles lead the NFL with 15 passes batted down on a third-and-goal play. Johnson got his left hand up at the last at the line, according to STATS. The Cardinals are second at (Continued from page 6) instant to bat down the pass and force a field goal. His back was 14. The Broncos, Vikings and Chiefs have batted down 12. to the receiver, so he didnt realize hed prevented a touchdown The Bengals, Rams and Bears have 10 each. The Bengals Kuchar said the change doesnt bother him. until he got to the sideline. signed DT Christo Bilukidi on Wednesday. He was Oaklands I know the format is different but the golf is the same, Kuchar I came to the sideline and everybody was excited, Johnson sixth-round pick in 2012 and played in 13 games. The Raiders said. I just thought it was a tipped pass. I didnt know some- waived him on Oct. 23. They released DT Kheeston Randall, added. Its much more of an individual event but there is a team body was wide open. Just turned out like that. We got each a second-year player from Texas who had signed on Nov. 5 and component and I think we have got as good a shot as anybody. U.S. PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem defended the others back like that. didnt play in either of the last two games. move away from the team-only concept at a media conference Wednesday at Royal Melbourne. I think it is way too soon to conclude that the team portion of the Cup is lost, Finchem explained. We havent played yet so (Continued from page 6) While most of his peers will be vaca- the same results now. I think its a con- lets see how that plays out and then we will see. We feel like the tioning and enjoying time off, hes com- stant moving target. The relationship is tournament is more marketable. We think that it has a better chance But when he landed back in the hos- mitted to grueling rehabilitation three one aspect of it but still the moving target of fulfilling its mission which is to create more interest in the game in unique ways. pital, he was reminded of advice he days a week. is the technology side of it. received from Brian Vickers, who missed But he also feels a responsibility to be The more pieces you add to the 25 races in 2010 because of blood clots. available to Greg Zipadelli, who spent puzzle, the harder it is to put the puzzle Brian Vickers gave me the best a decade with him as crew chief at Joe together. When we had two crew chiefs piece of advice that I couldnt use. He Gibbs Racing and is now charged with and two drivers, it was at a certain level. (Continued from page 6) PACKERS, 20-13 says to enjoy your time off. Youre not running all four teams at SHR. Zipadelli And then the third team and now the No. 20 Pittsburgh (plus 2) going to get to do what you want to do is overseeing the expansion to four cars, fourth team. Now you have to make PANTHERS, 23-20 at No. 22 Cleveland in racing so just enjoy your time off, assembling a crew for Kurt Buschs new sure, instead of just getting two crew No. 22 San Diego (plus 5) Not buying into either of Stewart recalled. The problem was I team and orchestrating a reorganization chiefs to communicate, now you have these teams right now. wasnt able to get out of bed for the first that will give Stewart his third crew chief four. The equation gets more compli- at No. 3 Kansas City Now that the pesky perfecBROWNS, 22-17 two weeks. I kept that in mind the whole in three years. cated. No. 32 Jacksonville (plus time. Stewart, who jettisoned Darian So Johnston makes sense in that hes tion questions have ended CHIEFS, 17-13 10) at No. 29 Houston So Stewart skipped the NASCAR Grubb immediately after winning the coming directly from Michael Waltrip No. 11 Chicago (plus 1) at Never have bought into weekend in Phoenix earlier this month 2011 Sprint Cup title with him, has Racing, along with Rodney Childers, either of these teams. and attended the World of Outlaws World signed Chad Johnston to replace Steve who will crew chief new SHR driver No. 21 St. Louis Like Bears backup more TEXANS, 23-14 Finals at Charlotte for the first time as a Addington after two seasons. Stewart Kevin Harvick. It will give the team No. 26 Tennessee (plus team owner. acknowledged not being able to be in two crew chiefs who have been working than Rams backup at QB. BEARS, 24-17 1) at No. 25 Oakland In all the years Ive had my dirt track the car before Daytona to work with side-by-side for several years at a time No. 28 Tampa Bay (plus 9) A couple of inconsistent teams, Ive never been to the last race of Johnston is not ideal but said speak- the organization will desperately need at No. 10 Detroit teams, but Matt McGloin is a the year with any of them. Never been ing to his new crew chief daily will help steady leadership. Lions better be seri- nice story able to walk through and thank the guys build a rapport. I think we have a lot more potential RAIDERS, 20-17 for their hard work, he explained. I got Still, after working with Zipadelli for than weve ever had, Stewart added. ous about Bucs, even with ___ to do that. I wont get to do that again. I 10 years, hell be on his third crew chief Kevin and I have a great relationship. Thanksgiving date with 2013 RECORD: Against got to take Brians advice and actually in six seasons. Is he struggling to recap- Ive not really worked with Kurt before. Packers ahead. LIONS, 30-20 spread: 3-10-2 (66-84-6). apply it to something. ture something he had with Zippy? The first time talking to Kurt, its been No. 30 Minnesota (plus Straight up: 8-7 (96-66). Still planning to be back in the car Its literally results. I dont think we great so far. Enjoy our conversations. To 4) at No. 14 Green Bay Best Bet: 4-7 against for the season-opening Daytona 500 in were ever on pace to be where we needed me, there is potential to take this orgaPackers will be serious spread, 10-1 straight up. February, Stewart is skipping any normal to be, he replied. Its a moving target nization to a level that it just hasnt had Upset special: 3-8 against semblance of a driver offseason to focus and I dont think you could bring Ray the opportunity to be yet because weve about Vikes before the holiday matchup in Motor City. spread, 1-10 straight up. on the expansion at Stewart-Haas Racing. Evernham back to Jeff (Gordon) and get been smaller.

MJs long arms helping Bengals stay in first

By JOE KAY Associated Press

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come out and play great, or you can continue to hang your hat on that and come out and be flat. I think with us being in the race right now at 4-6 with a lot of other teams, we need to put this one quickly behind us. Campbells right, of course. But there was a sense in Clevelands locker room Wednesday that the loss in Clevelands most significant game since 2007 is lingering. It was tough, said wide receiver Davone Bess. Its been a while Cleveland had something to play for this late in the year and we let slip through our hands. Give Cincinnati credit. Theyre a good team. They won the game. The better team won on Sunday. To keep their playoff hopes alive, the Browns need much more from Campbell against the Steelers, who have won 11 of the last 14 games in Cleveland and are 24-5 vs. their AFC North neighbors since 1999. This hasnt been a real rivalry in years. Making his third start this season, Campbell finished 27-of-56 for 248 yards with one TD and the three picks. Campbell explained bruised ribs suffered two weeks earlier against the Ravens werent an issue and offered no excuses. Campbell knows the only way to distance himself from the poor game is to have a better one. Campbell replayed the Bengals game in his head over 10 times and it never got better. He spent two days being hard on himself but is now looking ahead. He has to. I really was hurt by the outcome because it was a game I felt like we had a chance to win and put ourselves in a really good position, he ended. And the fact that it didnt happen, what can you do about it now but learn from it and move on. It was just one of those weird games but its quickly got to be done and behind you.

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(Continued from page 6) The three players who apparently would like other former college players (those who didnt make it to the pros) to join the suit also claim the NCAA failed to put together prevention, monitoring and treating brain injuries and seek medical monitoring and testing for former players who are suffering from head injuries related to their playing days. This suit joins others throughout the country. I just think its a real problem when trying to prove what someone knew when, as in, when did the NCAA really know the extent of the brain injuries that playing football caused. Think about it: we STILL dont fully know! Can you say that 30 years ago, the NCAA should have known about all these risks when we didnt have the technology, etc., we do now? As I have written before, if this keeps up,

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football as we know will go the way of the do-do a lot sooner rather than later. The price will be too high. Personally, I think there are more than a few that would like to see that happen. Unfortunately, when that happens, will that really be the end of it? That must be a sight to behold. I am referring to Tony Picard, a 400-pound running back that is no misprint or misspelling for White Swan High School in Washington. So far, he has gained 576 yards and seven touchdowns. Apparently, this kid has surprising footwork and athleticism for someone so big. A reference to the old Bill Cosby comedy routine about Fat Albert comes to mind but would you REALLY want that guy falling on you?

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Can you send a fax for me? asked Charlotte, a close neighbor, on the phone one morning. I was a little perplexed. It was like asking me if she could borrow our butter churn or a bucket of coal. Who sends faxes anymore? Didnt they go out with mullets and Beanie Babies? Why not just send a scan, or an email attachment or a screenshot of whatever she was being asked to fax? Who was she sending a fax to? Had she invented some kind of time machine? Was she sending a fax to her old self in 1989 telling her not to marry that bozo Tom? I had to check, but it turns out my printer is also a scanner and a fax machine, even though I had never used it for that. Sure, I said. Come on over, or do you need me to come over there and help crank your car? Charlotte now thinks I am out of my mind. She has no idea that people once started cars by hand-cranking them. The only crank she knows about is me. Old technology never seems to die willingly. I worked with a writer not so long ago who insisted on using a fountain pen. If he could have, Im sure he would have used a quill. This meant that every single word he wrote had to be typed into the computer by someone

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line. (If youre a teenager who doesnt know what a party line is, let me just say, its probably not what youre thinking.) There hadnt been another party on her line for years; she had been the last one using it. She wanted to keep it because it was amazingly inexpensive but her phone carrier wouldnt hear of it. They dragged her kicking and screaming into, oh, the 1950s. And charged her more for it. Me, I like the new stuff. The printer I talked about earlier is wireless. That doesnt mean it has no wires, it just means it has one less wire -- the one to the computer. It still has a power cord and it has to be plugged into a phone jack to use the fax. Maybe wireless is a little optimistic. The term should really be wirefewer as in her party line was wireless compared to my wirefewer printer. I like that my smartphone can take pictures and let me read my email. Yet I know that when I reread this story in two or three years, Ill say, Wireless? Really? That went out ages ago. A smartphone? When is the dude going to catch up and get a phone chip implanted in his forehead like everyone else? He probably has one of those, what do you call them? Fax machines. (Contact Jim Mullen at JimMullenBooks.com.) DISTRIBUTED BY UNIVERSAL UCLICK FOR UFS

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Sisters memory lapses may be serious

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Dear Annie: Over the past recognize birthdays, holidays 10 years, I have noticed that and special events. Our plan my sisters memory has be- was to make small investcome very confused. She ments into this account for her often has false memories, be- in the years to come. lieving something Soon after the that happened to a parents received friend or celebrity the information on actually happened the account, they to her. She also says cashed it out and hurtful things and reinvested it in a doesnt remember different type of acsaying them. My count. They recenthusband and I dely offered to share cided it was best the details with us just to let it go, as so we could invest she gets upset quite for their daughter. easily. Annie, what Recently, she Annies Mailbox would have been said something that a fun way for us to really hurt my feelings, and I honor her is no longer of indecided to talk to her about terest to us. We will of course it and clear the air. However, still send gifts to the child, when I mentioned it, she be- but we feel the parents action came terribly agitated and was extremely tacky. What do insisted she would never say you think? Boston Aunt any such thing. She actually Dear Boston: We undergot her family involved, and stand why you have lost your they agreed that I was imagin- enthusiasm, and we agree that ing things. the parents should have been I love my sister and dont grateful and left things alone. want to upset her, but this re- But it might assuage your anally bothers me. She has men- noyance to look at it another tioned that her friends joke way: If you had purchased the about her memory, and she child an outfit and the parents doesnt like it. But Im sur- had exchanged it for someprised that her children and thing they preferred, would husband are not aware of the you be as upset? Probably problem. Should I just let it not. The account was a gift, go? Massachusetts meaning she could do with it Dear Massachusetts: We what she wished. It was still suspect her husband and chil- a thoughtful present from you dren are well aware of the and undoubtedly appreciated. problem, but have chosen not If the goal is to provide the to deal with it. Please encour- niece with a college fund, it age your sister to talk to her really doesnt matter which doctor. Say that you are wor- account receives the funds. ried about her. Memory prob- Your contribution is the same. lems are common, but if she Dear Annie: Thank you is substituting others experi- for printing the letter from ences for her own, it could be Finally at Peace, who has more serious. endured three of her five chilAsk if she is scheduled for dren cutting off contact with a regular checkup and see her. It gives my husband and whether you can accompany me hope and comfort. We are her, alerting the doctor if she experiencing rejection from neglects to do so. Also men- our oldest daughter, who has tion your concerns to her hus- cut off contact except to send band and children. Your sister birth announcements of her may be too embarrassed to children. address this, so they need to We will be grandparents be more proactive. again because of our youngest Dear Annie: A year ago, daughter, who makes up for, my husband, who is very fi- over and above, what we are nancially savvy, set up an living without. But I am cominvestment account for his forted from your writers sage 2-year-old niece. Because she advice on coming to peace didnt need any more toys and with the situation and knowthe family lives quite a dis- ing that other factors helped tance from us, we thought this shape our older girl. Gratewould be a nice way for us to ful for What We Have

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Govt to require seat belts on large buses

WASHINGTON (AP) New tour buses and buses that provide service between cities must be equipped with seat belts starting in late 2016 under a federal rule issued Wednesday, a safety measure sought by accident investigators for nearly a half century. Beginning in November 2016, all new motorcoaches and some other large buses must be equipped by manufacturers with three-point lap-shoulder belts, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The rule doesnt apply to school buses or city transit buses. An average of 21 people in large buses are killed each year in crashes, and nearly 8,000 others are injured annually, the safety administration said. Seat belts could reduce fatalities and moderate-to-severe injuries by nearly half. About half of all motorcoach fatalities are the result of rollovers, and about 70 percent of those killed in rollover accidents were ejected from the bus. Adding seat belts to motorcoaches increases safety for all passengers and drivers, especially in the event of a rollover crash, said David Strickland, head of the safety administration. The nations fleet of 29,000 motorcoaches transports about 700 million passengers a year in the United States, roughly equivalent to the domestic airline industry, according to the United Motorcoach Association. Since buses are typically on the road for about 20 to 25 years, it will likely be many years before most motorcoaches have seat belts. The new rule is an important step, the American Bus Association said in a statement, adding that industry officials worked with government regulators to ensure that sufficient research and testing went into crafting the new seat belt standard released today. Many new buses are already equipped with seat belts, the association said. The National Transportation Safety Board first recommended motorcoaches be equipped with seat belts in 1968 after investigating a highway crash that killed 19 passengers nearly the Mojave Desert town of Baker, Calif. Investigators said the passengers had survived the crash, but were unable to escape a fire that consumed the wreckage, probably because they were too badly injured and confused. The passengers would have had a better chance of survival if they had been held in their seats by safety belts or some other restraint, the board said. Hundreds of motorcoach passengers have died and even more have been injured, many severely, since the board

Solid Oct. retail Limited patient choice next health overhaul issue sales lift hopes WASHINGTON (AP) After they get the Some of those people already have coverage for US economy website fixed, then what? Keeping your doctors through individual plans.
WASHINGTON (AP) An increase in shopping last month during the partial government shutdown suggests that the U.S. economy may be more resilient than some have feared. Retail sales rose 0.4 percent in October, the Commerce Department said Wednesday, after being flat the previous month. The increase showed that many consumers remain willing to spend as the allimportant holiday shopping season nears. At the same time, other data released Wednesday point to an economy thats still struggling to reach full health: Sales of existing homes fell 3.2 percent last month from September, the National Association of Realtors said. Higher mortgage rates and a shortage of homes on the market contributed to the dropoff. So did delays by potential homebuyers during the government shutdown. Businesses boosted their stockpiles 0.6 percent in September, the Commerce Department said. Some economists worry that businesses may slow their stockpiling if consumer demand falters at the end of the year. If that happened, JPMorgan Chase economist Daniel Silver said it could exert a significant drag on growth. But the upturn in retail sales last month was a positive surprise. Analysts had speculated that retail sales would be unchanged in October, slowed by the 16-day partial government shutdown and by cheaper gasoline that would mean less money spent at the pump. Whatever money many consumers saved on gas in October they spent elsewhere. Excluding sales at service stations, retail spending rose 0.5 percent. Sales of furniture, electronics, appliances and clothing all showed solid gains. Congress likely blunted some of the impact of the shutdown by guaranteeing back pay for 800,000 furloughed federal workers. and hospitals may be the next vexing challenge for Americans in the new health plans created by President Barack Obamas law. Obama promised people could keep their doctors. But in many states the new plans appear to offer a narrow choice of hospitals and doctors. Overall, its shaping up as less choice than what people get through Medicare or employer-based coverage. Also, it can get complicated tracking down which medical providers are in what plans. The next shoe is going to drop sometime after Jan. 1, when people actually start using their plans, said health economist Gail Wilensky, who ran Medicare for President George H.W. Bush. Whether or not they can keep their doctor is going to depend on whether their doctor was chosen or wanted to be part of a plan on the (insurance) exchange. Concerns are already being raised from New Hampshire to Kentucky, and Chicago to New York. Narrow networks are part of the economic trade-off for keeping premiums under control in Obamas health insurance markets, the new gateway to coverage for people who dont have job-based plans. Technical problems with the website HealthCare.gov have dampened initial signups, but 7 million people are expected to participate in the insurance exchanges next year.

made its initial recommendations. Victims have included college baseball players in Atlanta, Vietnamese churchgoers in Texas, skiers in Utah, gamblers returning to New Yorks Chinatown, and members of a high school girls soccer team en route to a playoff match. This is a great victory for the safety of intercity bus travelers, said Jacqueline Gillan, president of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety. At last, consumers will be afforded the basic safety protections everyone enjoys when they get into their car Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, who sponsored a bill requiring seat belts on the buses, said seat belts are a common-sense safety measure that is long overdue. He urged the safety administration to move forward on two other safety measures that have been sought nearly as long seat belts windows that prevent passengers from being ejected from buses in rollover crashes, and stronger roofs that arent crushed in such crashes. New regulations on windows and roofs are expected to be proposed next year, said a safety administration official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because she was not authorized to release the information in her own name.

Ballooning animal controversies mar Macys parade

NEW YORK (AP) Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade is awash in animalrelated protests over its floats, with controversies involving the unlikely pairing of rocker Joan Jett and Shamu the killer whale. Activists plan to line the route of next weeks parade to protest a SeaWorld float over accusations in a new documentary that the theme parks treat whales badly. And ranchers succeeded in getting Jett pulled off the South Dakota tourism float after they questioned why the vegetarian and animal-rights ally was representing their beefloving state. The float flaps threaten to shake Macys traditional position of staying out of politics and soaring silently above the fray, like the massive balloons of Snoopy, Kermit the Frog and SpongeBob SquarePants. The parade has never taken on, promoted or otherwise engaged in social commentary, political debate or other forms of advocacy, Cincinnati-based Macys Inc. said in a statement this week. It was in that spirit that parade executive producer Amy Kule said Tuesday that the SeaWorld float is staying. There is no controversy, she said. Our goal is to entertain, and that is their goal, as well. The SeaWorld float, which depicts rolling waves, tropical fish, penguins and Shamu, comes months after the release of the documentary Blackfish, which contends that SeaWorlds poor treatment of its killer whales contributed to the aggression of a whale involved in a trainers death. SeaWorld says the accusations have absolutely no basis and that the men and women who care for these animals at SeaWorld are dedicated in every respect to their health and well-being. Activists, including

Exchange plans are required to take all applicants, cover broad benefits and provide robust financial protection against catastrophic illness. In return for that, something else has to give. The result: limited choices and significant out-of-pocket costs through deductibles and copayments. To get that low premium, the way to get there is by having a more limited or narrow provider network, said Matthew Eyles, a vice president of Avalere Health, a market analysis firm that is closely following developments. The Obama administration says none of that takes away from what will still be a historic improvement for uninsured people. Exchanges will vastly increase uninsured Americans access to providers, giving them an alternative to the emergency room or community health centers, said Health and Human Services Department spokeswoman Joanne Peters. The health care law sets standards for insurers to provide adequate networks, she added. But the American Medical Association has questions. Although it may be too early to reach any definitive conclusions, we are monitoring the adequacy of the exchange networks and will be analyzing the impact of these restrictive strategies on patient access to care, said Dr. Ardis Dee Hoven, the organizations president.

members of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, say they plan to stage a protest somewhere along the route during next weeks parade. And the group says it has sent Macys more than 80,000 emails from animal lovers demanding that the store drop the float. Among those joining were actor Alec Baldwin and his wife, Hilaria, who wrote last week that SeaWorld was a cruel prison for whales and that the parks should not be celebrated with a giant Shamu float parading down 34th Street. Kenneth Sherrill, professor emeritus of political science at Manhattans Hunter College and a longtime parade watcher, says the SeaWorld controversy puts Macys in a tough spot. Its damned if they do, damned if they dont, Sherrill said. Macys is making a statement. If theres a political conflict, saying Im not getting involved means youre supporting the status quo. PETA also is connected to the float controversy involving Jett, an animal-rights vegetarian who works with the organization. She was scheduled to sing atop South Dakotas tourism float until an outcry from the South Dakota Cattlemens Association, which said it made no sense to feature an artist who is critical of the states top economic sector. Macys found a solution: The I Love Rock n Roll singer and her Blackhearts band are being moved to a different float as yet to be announced. A parade spokesman said it made the move so attention isnt diverted from the entertainment mission of the event, which also features Carrie Underwood, Jimmy Fallon, the Radio City Rockettes and the cast members of the reality show Duck Dynasty.

Kerry: US, Karzai agree on language for pact

WASHINGTON (AP) Secretary of State John Kerry said Wednesday that the U.S. and Afghanistan have agreed on the language of a bilateral security pact that could clear the way for thousands of U.S. troops to train and assist Afghan forces after the NATO combat mission ends in 2014. The agreement is far from complete. The document now goes to the Loya Jirga, a 3,000-member council of elders that has the right to revise or reject any clause of the draft agreement. Whatever they agree upon then goes to the Afghan parliament, which could make still more changes before the agreement is approved. On the U.S. side, only the Obama administration needs to approve the agreement, but it could reject changes made by Afghan officials. If it does, that leaves open the option for the U.S. to pull all troops out of Afghanistan. Such was the case in Iraq, when the U.S. and Iraq couldnt agree on terms of a security arrangement. Sectarian violence has plagued Iraq since, and some fear Afghanistan could head down that path without a continued U.S. presence if Afghan forces cannot defend the country themselves. Kerry said the language, agreed to after about a year of tense on-again, off-again negotiations, will be reflected in the draft proposal presented today to the Loya Jirga, in Kabul. There were some people who may have questioned or doubted whether that was going to happen. Well, its happening tomorrow, and its happening tomorrow with agreedupon language between us, Kerry said during a news conference at the State Department with Australian officials and Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel. We have agreed on the language that would be submitted to the Loya Jirga, but they have to pass it, Kerry said. The agreement would give the U.S. a legal basis for having forces in Afghanistan after 2014, and also allow it to use bases across the country. U.S. officials have not yet disclosed the number of U.S. troops they want to keep in Afghanistan after 2014. U.S. officials have said the U.S. and NATO could keep between 8,000 and 12,000 troops there. Of those, the U.S. is expected to provide no more than 8,000. Kerry said that whatever the number, the role of the U.S. military would be limited. It is entirely train, equip and assist. There is no combat role for United States forces, and the bilateral security agreement is a way to try to clarify for Afghans and for United States military forces exactly what the rules are with respect to that ongoing relationship, he said. Karzais office posted a copy of the draft proposal on its website on Wednesday.

Study ties nuts to lower cancer, heart death risk

DALLAS (AP) Help yourself to some nuts this holiday season: Regular nut eaters were less likely to die of cancer or heart disease in fact, were less likely to die of any cause during a 30-year Harvard study. Nuts have long been called heart-healthy, and the study is the largest ever done on whether eating them affects mortality. Researchers tracked 119,000 men and women and found that those who ate nuts roughly every day were 20 percent less likely to die during the study period than those who never ate nuts. Eating nuts less often also appeared to lower the death risk, in direct proportion to consumption. The risk of dying of heart disease dropped 29 percent and the risk of dying of cancer fell 11 percent among those who had nuts seven or more times a week compared with people who never ate them. The benefits were seen from peanuts as well as from pistachios, almonds, walnuts and other tree nuts. The researchers did not look at how the nuts were prepared oiled or salted, raw or roasted. A bonus: Nut eaters stayed slimmer. Theres a general perception that if you eat more nuts youre going to get fat. Our results show the opposite, said Dr. Ying Bao of Harvardaffiliated Brigham and Womens Hospital in Boston. She led the study, published in todays New England Journal of Medicine. The National Institutes of Health and the International Tree Nut Council Nutrition Research & Education Foundation sponsored the study, but the nut group had no role in designing it or reporting the results. Researchers dont know why nuts may boost health. It could be that their unsaturated fatty acids, minerals and other nutrients lower cholesterol and inflammation and reduce other problems, as earlier studies seemed to show. Observational studies like this one cant prove cause and effect, only suggest a connection. Research on diets is especially tough, because it can be difficult to single out the effects of any one food. People who eat more nuts may eat them on salads, for example, and some of the benefit may come from the leafy greens, said Dr. Robert Eckel, a University of Colorado cardiologist and former president of the American Heart Association. Dr. Ralph Sacco, a University of Miami neurologist who also is a former heart association president, agreed. Sometimes when you eat nuts you eat less of something else like potato chips, so the benefit may come from avoiding an unhealthy food, Sacco said. The Harvard group has long been known for solid science on diets. Its findings build on a major study earlier this year a rigorous experiment that found a Mediterranean-style diet supplemented with nuts cuts the chance of heart-related problems, especially strokes, in older people at high risk of them.

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In boys soccer, Colin Bendele was First-Team PCL; Lucas Maag, Austin Honigford and Joel Beining was Second Team; and Alex Horstman, Joe VanOss and Jared Fanning were Honorable Mention. Horstman was also a Scholar Athlete. In district soccer, Bendele was Second Team. In volleyball, Annie Lindeman was FirstTeam PCL; Taylor Mangas was Second-Team; and Nikki Burgei and Kara Schimmoeller were Honorable Mention. In district honors, Lindeman was Honorable Mention. Scholar Athletes were Schimmoeller, Burgei, Mangas, Kelsi Miller and Tonya Kauffman. In golf, Wesley Markward was Second Team PCL and District Honorable Mention. Luke Schimmoeller was

District Honorable Mention and Scholar Athlete. In other business, the board: Approved Vaughn Horstman and Susan Jones as volunteer indoor track coaches. Currently, there are no students signed up for indoor track; Accepted the resignation of Kirt Martz as varsity girls volleyball coach; Accept the resignation of Terry Byrne as junior varsity boys basketball coach; Approve non-certified supplemental contracts to Darrell Von Sossan as assistant varsity basketball coach and Adam Koester as junior varsity boys basketball coach; Appointed Kevin Landin as president pro-tem for the January Organizational Meeting; and Set the Organizational Meeting for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 8.

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Court Delphos and Court Defiance Catholic Daughters of America, joined for an initiation held in the C. D. of A. rooms in Defiance Sunday afternoon. Attending from Delphos were Mrs L. H. Huber, Mrs. N. J. Schmit, Mrs. Carl Lindemann, Mrs. Edward A. King, Mrs. J. W. Clark, Mrs. L. C. Laudick, Martha Ulm, Marie Hageman, Martha Minzing and Emma Metzner. The members of two local bridge clubs are planning dinner meetings for this week. Both dinners will be served at Maudes Restaurant Tuesday evening. Following the Alpha Theta Bridge Club dinner, the members will meet at the home of Ila Scott for bridge. Catherine Stallkamp will receive the members of the Club Without a Name into her home for bridge following that clubs dinner.

Answers to Wednesdays questions: The first zoo in the United States was the Philadelphia Zoological Gardens, which opened in 1874. In 1938, it became the sight of the first childrens zoo. The zoo currently houses more than 1,400 specimens of more than 400 species. Elizabeth P. Hoisington, who was appointed to the post of director of the Womens Army Corps in June 1970, was the first female general in the U.S. armed forces. Todays questions: What U.S. state is known as the Land of Steady Habits? Besides being Groundhog Day, what other significance does Feb. 2 have?

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