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Inside i #.*##***********MlXED CITY 30601 GEORGIA NEWSPAPER PROJECT 89* U. GA. MAIN LIBRARY ATHENS, GA 30602 Perry, Ga. this week Volume 125—N0. 70—14 Pages WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28,1994 50 CENTS Local fraud The local telephone company has issued an alert to Perry area customers about fraudu lent callers contacting custom ers requesting the immediate payment of telephone bills, over the phone, by credit cards. Page 2A. Deadline nears The November general elec tion is once again creeping upon us. The last day to regis ter to vote in the November 8 election is Tuesday, Oct. 11. Page 2A. Fees being altered Local business owners will see several changes in the way their respective businesses are structured for payment in 1995. Page BA. Hornets sting Wildcats The Westfield Hornets infan try was working well Saturday night, turning the'Westwood defense into the "Mildcats" by piling up 391 yards on 42 car ries for a 27-0 win. Page 6A. ‘Crossing 1 the season The Perry High School Pan thers Cross Country team, un der the direction of coach Carl Thomas, continued their home dominance this past week by winning two meets at home. Page 6A. Region will wait... With a chance to win the re gion on the line, Perry High School’s Panthers saw their bats go “dead”. Page 7A. Keeping Faith... For years, Leroy Douthit has had plans just like any other 32-year-old living in society. He just didn't know he would have to make a few adjustments along the way. Page 18. Couples announce Jill Shipley and Jonathon Richards are united in matri mony, while Jennifer Carol Allen and Steve Hattaway Langston Jr., and Allison Corrine Fowler and Victor Crosby Correll 111 announce their plans to be married. Page 28. Alumni honored The Westfield, Beechwood, and Baker Academy Alumni Council honored three area alumni for their outstanding support at the first annual alumni weekend held at West field Schools recently. Page 28. A true resident... Elinor Trunnell Whipple has been named as this month's “Resident of the Month" at Autumn Terrace, located on Keith Drive here in Perry. Page The community's sympathy is extended to the families of those who recently died. They include: Mrs. Dortha Robertson Blair, Mrs. Eleanor B. Brown, Mr. George E. Cooley and Mrs. Virginia H. Fuller.. See details page 2A. in iracn meets-6A Houston Times-Journol Wmmp fr I 1 §l*l a I HUB mm 1f • • ffiwl I jI]|JI 11] "''lsHr - jMhEbII I IB 111 t?*. Clyde Davee of Perry prepares to get his flu shot this week at the Houston County Health Department, located on Kings Chapel Road, while answering questions from RN Andrea Kusar. (Times-Journal photo by Jimmy Simpson) It's flu-shot time! Health unit launches massive drive to zap the 'bug' By JIMMY SIMPSON Staff Writer Medical workers at the Houston County Healdi Department are once again trying to come to the aide of those persons they believe are at risk of the flu virus. The department this week began an extensive campaign to administer flu shots to all persons in Houston County. The shots will be given during regular office hours up until Dec. 16. The shots will be available at a cost of $5. Medicare patients can receive their shots free, as Medicare payments will be accepted. Dianne Banister, nurse manager for the health department, said officials here are hoping for a large turnout. "Last year we gave about 7,000 shots, but we're hoping for anywhere from 7-10,000 this year," said Banister. The flu can be a very deadly disease, as many people either become seriously ill or die as a result of complications. Anyone can get the flu, according to Banister. "That's Hhhßmßk. b *' Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking Perry civic leaders, members of the Perry Rotary Club, members of Habitat for Humanity, and the Jones family and friends gathered near Creekwood Park to break ground on a Habitat for Humanity building. Shown with the shovels are (l-r) Ray Haggard, director of Habitat for Humanity, Sara Jones, Rev. W.G. Bass and John Smalley, president of Perry Rotary Club. The Rotary Club is assisting with labor and materials. »s wins Official Legal Organ for Houston County, City of Perry and the State of Georgia Your view on issues in the news Keep public out of lake Homeowner says lake too small for public — 4A evident just in Houston County," she said. "I understand that the flu was was very prevalent last year," Banister said, although no exact figures for the virus are made available, "so that’s why we’re encouraging the shots this year." A misconception surrounding the vaccination still causes concern for some individuals, she said. "It’s a combination of either being afraid of taking the shot or the individual being afraid of getting the flu if the shot is given," she said. Because tire flu vaccine contains only noninfectious viruses, no one can get the flu from a vaccination. The most possible side effect from the shot, said Banister, is a temporary soreness where the shot is given. ThiSi is said to occur in maybe less than one-third of people receiving shots. Those persons highly subject to get the virus, according to Banister, are persons with a variety of chronic illnesses, including respitory problems, asthma, diabetes, emphysema, kidney disease and heart conditions. The flu vaccine should not be administered to anyone with a sensitivity to eggs without first consulting a physician. Banister said all people over die age of 55 are especially considered to be at high risk. While there is no certain age mandated before an individual can receive the shot, officials request anyone under 18 bring a letter from their physician. "As long as we have the note, then they can receive the shot," Banister said. No one will be denied the shot because of the inability to pay, according to officials. Pneumonia shots will also be available at a cost of $lO. Banister said people can avoid long lines by visiting the health department later in the day, usually around 2-4 p.m. Lines are longer in the early morning hours. For additional information, individuals are asked to contact Houston County Public Health Educator Michelle Ballard at 542- 2050. Ga. National Fair set to kick off its sth annual show Event will feature exibits and shows designed for families By JIMMY SIMPSON Staff Writer Free entertainment, concerts and a variety of friendly competition will be just a few of the features at this year's Georgia National Fair. The state-sponsored fair will kick off a 10-day schedule on Friday, Oct. 7, at 4 p.m. as local and state dignitaries cut a ribbon to mark the occasion. More than 310,000 people are expected to attend this year's event, according to executive director Michael Froehlich. The traditional package of livestock events, horse shows, youth exhibits, and home and fine arts competition are just a few of the features of the fair. In addition, visitors can check out merchandise in the McGill Marketplace shops, witness animals under the circus' big top, view nightly fireworks, and, as always, take their turn on the popular midway rides. This year, popular look-a-likes will also be walking among fairgoers. Scarlett O'Hara and Rliett Butler look-a-likes will be just two of the popular personalities at die site, according to Froehlich. Also on hand will be "Fair Bear," the costumed character depicting the once-popular live American black bear which used to be seen roaming the fairgrounds prior to the start-up of the annual event. The costume was designed by Cowan Costumes, Inc., of Cleburne, TX., die same company that designs several of the popular Walt Disney World outfits. Free entertainment diis year will include the Royal Hanneford Circus, Zambelli Fireworks, 5-H Ranch Exotic Petting Zoo, Coors Belgians Draft Horse Team, AT&T Laser Spectacular, Granpa Cratchet and his Puppetmobile. Also, the International Stiltwalker, Old-Time Music with Ed and Geraldine, Funtastic Showboat, organ grinders with monkey, Robinson's Racing Pigs, Wild Ones (rollerblade, skateboard and bicycle spectacular), Brad Bodary the Mime. Expert predicts loss of taxes By VETO F. ROLEY Staff Writer The county is going to lose as much as one-third of the income it received from business taxes under the new business tax formula, Steve Engle, Houston County di rector of management services, told the county commission during their regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 20. The Georgia Legislature changed the way that business licenses were collected in the last legislative ses sion, making it where businesses only paid license fees to one gov ernment. Engle said that the county would lose the revenue from busi ness licenses since many of the county's businesses and industries were located in municipalities. Saturday parade kicks off fair Don’t miss it this year. The sth annual Georgia National Fair and Kiwanis Farm-City Days parade will be 5 star all the way. Come to Carroll St. or Hodges Blvd. in Perry about 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. Bth. You can see it all, floats, bands, horses, teams, Shrine Units, military vehicles, Index to Features Classified 6B Family 1B Legals 4B Letters 4A Pauline Lewis 1B Concerts in Reaves Arena will feature Lorrie Morgan widi special guest Collin Raye on Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. An evening with Billy Ray Cyrus is scheduled for Oct. 15 at that same dme. All seat's will be reserved. Tickets are $19.50 each and include the gate admission to the fair and a surcharge. Admission to the fair is $4 for adults, $3 for senior citizens, and children 10 and under, free. There will be free parking. Discounted midway ride tickets will be available through midnight, Oct. 6. Each sheet contains 31 tickets for $lO (a $20.15 value). Each ride requires three, four or five tickets. City to receive SBOO,OOO grant for local work By JIMMY SIMPSON Staff Writer The City of Perry was one of only three cities to receive SBOO,OOO in Community Development Block monies, it was announced this week. The state-funded money, totaling $42 million, was distributed to a total of 93 non-metropolitan local governments around the state. A total of 191 applications were filed requesting money. A portion of the money here will go towards improvements and repairs to the Ragin Drive area. A total of $67,000 has been set aside for street improvements, while $60,000 has been allocated to improve water lines. The removal of sidewalks in the area will cost about $13,000 to repair. An additional $85,000 will go towards drainage repairs. The remainder of the money will be used to assist approximately 35 families that are on limited fixed incomes, according to Mayor Jim Worrall. The change in state law goes into effect Jan. 1. "We are going to take a big hit in lost revenue," said Engle, in un veiling five proposed occupational tax schemes, with each of the schemes bringing in differing amounts of revenues. In 1994, the Houston County collected around $60,000 in tax rev enues. Option "A" would raise just over $52,000 in revenues in 1995, with Options "D" and "E" bringing in less than $30,000. In other business before the commission, the board agreed to purchase a small motor home (R.V.) for the Houston County Health Department for use as a mo bile clinic. carnival trucks, and circus animals including elephants, and lots more. Come join the fun, and cheer for the participants. Then come to the fair, October 7-16. It has something for everyone, especially families with kids. Check your paper and flyers for schedules of events. Deaths 2A Police 3A Veto Roley 4A Sports 7A Bob Tribble 4A