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The cool, crisp days of autumn have arrived. As fall foliage creates a colorful display and kids frolic in leaf piles on the lawn, you may want to pay some mind to a few lesser known facts about this beloved time of year. Autumn may call to mind Halloween and the return of school, but there are other factors that make this season unique.

1. The first day of autumn is known as the autumnal equinox. On this day, the number of hours of daylight and darkness are equal. This is because the sun is aligned with the center of the Earth between the north and south of the planet. The other equinox occurs in the spring, which arrives in the third week of March in the Northern hemisphere.

2. In Greek mythology, autumn was a time when Persephone, the daughter of Demeter, was abducted by Hades, the god-king of the underworld. During this time, Demeter, the goddess of the harvest, was distraught and the ground grew sparse and cold. When Persephone returned in the springtime, plants and life bloomed anew because of Demeter’s happiness.

3. Those who live closest to the equator, which is the center of the planet, never experience the season of autumn. Around the equator, the temperature remains consistently warm.

4. Yellow, orange and variations thereof always reside in the pigmentation of tree leaves, but they

are just overpowered by the abundance of green from the chlorophyll in the leaves. Come autumn, however, when the sun weakens and days grow shorter, the amount of chlorophyll in leaves diminishes, allowing the other pigments in the leaves to show through.

5. Red and purple leaves are actually caused by the presence of sugars from sap that is trapped inside of the leaves.

6. Fall is a peak migration time for many species of birds. During autumn, birds will fly to other areas as they seek more hospitable climates. The Arctic tern journeys about 11,000 miles each way for its annual migration. That is like going all the way across the

United States about three and a half times

7. Contrary to popular belief, squirrels who have spent the entire autumn collecting acorns and other foods do not hibernate for the winter. Rather, they spend the majority of their time in nests they built to shelter them from harsh weather. When squirrels do come out in winter, they are usually tunneling under the snow to find the food they buried during the fall.

8. Several cultures have ancient traditions that coincide with autumn. For example, the Chinese celebrate the Moon Festival to give thanks for a successful summer harvest.

9. Halloween is a large part of autumn. The concept of wearing masks and costumes hails from ancient Celtic tradition. The Celts believed ghosts roamed on Halloween, and people wore disguises to hide from the spirits.

10. You’re bound to see pumpkins as part of autumn decor. The pumpkin was first named by the Greeks. They called this edible orange item “pepon,” which means “large melon.”

11. Evergreen trees will not lose their leaves like deciduous trees. Their leaves, also called needles, are covered with a thick wax. This wax protects the inner components of the needles, preventing them from freezing.

12. Autumn also signals another colorful spectacle apart from the tree leaves. The aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, tends to be visible this time of year. This is because geomagnetic storms are about twice as likely to occur during the fall thanks to cool evening weather.

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Watching leaves turn brilliant shades of color and fall from the trees is a favorite activity each fall. Drivers travel near and far to witness spectacular and colorful displays of fall foliage, hoping to catch the peak hues in their respective areas of the country.

While falling leaves can be a sight to behold, those leaves can become a nuisance to drivers in various ways. Understanding certain inconveniences and safety risks posed by falling leaves can help motorists protect their vehicle and themselves.

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Leaves can do more than just stain driveways; they also can damage a vehicleÕs paint job. Should wet leaves, sap and other chemicals that leach out of the leaves stay on a car for an extended period of time, they can cause an outline stain and damage to the paint.

It's important to manually pick leaves off of the carÕs surface right after they fall. Do not sweep them away; otherwise the leaves can scratch the paint surface. When all the leaves have been removed, thoroughly wash and dry the vehicle.

Should stains be present already, use a commercial leaf-stain remover or automotive paint cleaner. Tackle one stain at a time.

Clogging

Leaves that fall can become trapped in air intake vents, eventually impeding flow and causing odors. Leaves that fall in the groove of the windshield by the windshield wipers should be removed. Use a high-powered shop vacuum to remove any leaves that are imbedded in the venting.

Check other areas of the car where leaves can become problematic, such as under the vehicle or in the rear exhaust pipe.

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The Car Care Council notes that wet leaves on the surface of roadways can be hazardous. Wet leaves can make roadways quite

slippery, even as slippery as roadways when snow is falling. Drivers should slow down when roads are covered with wet leaves and take turns and off-ramps more carefully.

Dry leaves also can pose problems, as they tend to accumulate at the edges of roads, where they easily can obscure curbs or street markings. Leaves may fill

potholes, giving the false impression that a road is smooth and causing damage to tires and suspension systems when drivers drive over them.

Autumn leaves may be beautiful to see, but they can complicate driving and fall car care. Motorists should keep their cars clear of leaves and use caution on roadways.

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september 19Flat Rock Creek Festival

— The annual Flat Rock Creek Festival will begin on Thursday at the Paulding County Fairgrounds and will run through Sunday. There will be exhibits of tractors

and high-wheeled bikes, a quilt show, a pancake and sausage breakfast, a vintage tractor and classic truck show and more.

Mission cupboard — Sherwood Baptist Church,

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september 20 Church meeting —

Believer’s Church International, 1600 Ayersville Ave., Defiance, is hosting a Kingdom Minded Men meeting on Saturday at 9 a.m. Ministering will be Apostle O. Michael Smith and all are welcome to attend. For more information, call 419-782-9723.

Storybook for kids — Defiance College is hosting a storybook adventure for children from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with

author and illustrator Barney Saltzberg. There will be activity stations and information booths and a free book for the first 200 children.

Music at the Huber — A musical evening is set at the Huber Opera House in Hicksville at 7 p.m. with boogie, blues and ragtime musician Matthew Ball.

Dog park 5K run — The Dog Bark & Run Dog Park, at the Defiance Reservoir on Kibble Road, will hold its fourth annual 5K run/walk on Saturday with registration at 7:30 a.m. Go to Facebook.com/barknrun.

Liberty Center Fall Fest — The annual Fall Fest will take place in Liberty Center with games, crafts,

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— The world famous Budweiser Clydesdales will be in Defiance on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the Northtowne Mall.

Ice cream social — The Poplar Ridge Church of the Brethren, 06970 Domersville Road, Defiance, will host an ice cream social on Sunday from 4:30-7 p.m. Included in the menu are sloppy joes, hot chicken sandwiches, chips, desserts, drinks and homemade ice cream. Call 419-497-3311 for more information.

september 22Alzheimer’s meeting

— A meeting, called Transitions, will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Defiance (in the downstairs meeting room) from 2-3:30 p.m. for persons with early-stage memory loss and their family and friends. Registration is requested. Call Linda Pollitz with the Northwest Ohio chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900.

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As temperatures start to plummet, people look for ways to safeguard themselves from the chilly weather and the idea of attending festivals or street fairs tends to be less appealing. But just because the mercury is falling does not mean it's time to hibernate.

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Al fresco dining may have to be put on hold for a few months, but restaurant dining can still be enjoyed when it is cold outside. In fact, a hearty, hot meal with friends may be just the thing to banish winter doldrums. Plenty of restaurants embellish the

ambiance with twinkling lights or bubbling water features to create a serene and interesting atmosphere. Choose a restaurant with a fireplace, as a roaring fire can create the feel of a winter ski lodge or time spent sitting with loved ones in a cozy family room.

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Climate-controlled movie theaters make going to the movies comfortable no matter the weather outside. Attending the cinema can be an enjoyable way for couples to socialize. Catch a new release and then visit a diner or cafe for coffee and pie to rehash your favorite moments

from the film. Research theaters nearby, and you may find one that is showcasing a classic film that you have never experienced on the big screen.

If going out to the movies in bad weather is not tempting, host an at-home movie night with neighbors. Stream a movie from the comforts of home or order a recent release from your cable TV provider. Heat up a bag of microwave popcorn, and you are all set for an evening of enjoyment with close friends.

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Many cities and urban centers boast some sort of nightly entertainment, particularly on weekends. One way to beat the chill is to heat up the dance floor at a club or nearby social center. Clubs cater to various musical tastes, and you're bound to find one that offers your preferred musical genre, whether it's country, rock, hip-hop, or Latin-infused.

Live performers offer their brand of entertainment at bars, clubs and any space that offers them a stage and spotlight. Take in a set from a local performer, and you just may witness the first moments of a future star's career. Live entertainment need not be costly. Many bars offer live music free or for a small cover charge.

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When inspecting your home’s windows and doors, here’s what to check:

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• If you spot a problem, track its trail. For example, discolored trim around a window might actually be caused by moisture enter-ing a distance away. With a leaky roof, water may run down inside the wall and appear at the window. Contact a professional for help in making home repairs.

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A common fiberglass batting material for a 2- by 4-inch wall stud cavity is rated at R-11, but a high-density fiberglass batt for that same 2- by 4-inch wall cavity has a rating of R-15 and a medium-density batt is rated at R-13.

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When inspecting your home’s windows and doors, here’s what to check:

• Inspect interior and exterior finishes: Over time, paint and stain can weather away. Flaking or peeling may mean that it’s time to refinish or replace the unit. When replacing windows or doors, con-sider factory prefinished wood or fiberglass options from Pella, or vinyl options that don’t need painting or staining, to save time and money.

• Look for damaged exterior surfaces or signs of leaks: Check your sprin-

kler system to make sure it’s watering your lawn and landscape, not soaking your windows or doors. Cracked or deteriorated wood may be a sign of water penetration. Leaks can linger and affect interi-or walls, floors or ceilings, so look closely for discol-oration or other moisture signs.

• If you spot a problem, track its trail. For example, discolored trim around a window might actually be caused by moisture enter-ing a distance away. With a leaky roof, water may run down inside the wall and appear at the window. Contact a professional for help in making home repairs.

• Clear windowsills and tracks of dirt and debris: Sand, leaves, insects or pine needles stuck in weather-stripping can

affect the performance of your windows and doors. Open the windows and clean the opening with a soft brush, like a dry paint brush or vacuum attach-ment. Do the same for slid-ing patio doors.

• Try opening and clos-ing: Open your windows and doors to make sure moving parts work, and units close properly. Replace worn or broken parts.

• Inspect weather-stripping: Re-attach loose weather-stripping around windows or doors, and replace material that’s ripped or torn.

• Replace or repair bro-ken locks: If locks feel loose or don’t work smoothly,

replace them. Keep win-dows and doors locked when not in use. Locks help hold doors and windows tightly, to lock out rain, wind, snow and insects.

• Inspect weep and breather holes: Weep holes in the exterior of windows, allow excess moisture to escape, while breather holes allow air exchange within certain components. Clear blocked holes of dirt or debris with a wire or toothpick.

• Check exterior sealants and caulk on and around windows and doors. Pay attention to areas suscep-tible to rain, water and extreme sunlight. Remove damaged material and reapply sealant.

• Feel for signs of air leak-age around the window or door: Improperly installed windows or doors can be drafty, decrease ener-gy efficiency, and allow unwanted moisture into your home. To help save on utility bills and keep your home more comfort-able year-round, replace drafty old, leaky windows with new, ENERGY STAR-qualified Pella windows installed properly.

Visit Pella Windows and Doors on Pinterest for design inspiration or Pella.com/news to connect with a Pella representative for tips on caring for your win-dows and doors, or choos-ing new replacements.

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Top trends in smart home technology for 2015 and beyond(BPT) — Home is where the heart

is, and now thanks to home auto-mation, it’s also where technology thrives. More people want smart home features that let them control their spaces while increasing ener-gy efficiency and cutting waste.

In fact, the smart home market is forecasted to hit $12.8 billion by 2017 in North America and Europe alone.

The rapid growth of smart home technology is closely connected to the large number of people who own mobile devices.

Today 90 percent of American adults have a cellphone, 58 percent have a smartphone and 42 percent own a tablet computer, according to the Pew Research Internet Project.

Home connectivity is no longer a novelty — it’s quickly becoming commonplace, allowing you to stay connected to your home from near

or far. Here are the top trends in smart home technology today:

Wise water usageMore people are aware of their

water footprint and are tak-ing steps to control H2O usage in their homes. Low-flow toilets and shower heads are a start, but technology is taking water usage and conservation to new levels. EcoWater Systems HydroLink Plus is an example of a water treatment system enhanced by Wi-Fi technol-ogy.

The system softens and treats your water while monitoring water usage, letting you know when soft-ener salt is needed and sends you alerts if potential issues are detect-ed, such as a continuous water flow over a period of time or excess water usage above normal usage. This allows you to make adjust-ments to save money on utility bills,

plus provides peace of mind that problems can be corrected before expensive repairs are required.

This is on top of the inherent savings water softeners provide in hard water areas, reducing the amount of soap and cleaning agents needed and saving on energy bills. Also, if you choose, HydroLink Plus enabled systems can be pro-grammed to send alerts and diag-nostics to a local EcoWater dealer who can monitor the system and provide maintenance as needed. For more information, visit www.ecowater.com.

Heating and cooling control Heating and cooling accounts

for more than half of the energy used in a typical American home, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. It’s no wonder hom-eowners want tech-savvy solutions to cut bills. Programmable ther-

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Some smart thermostats even allow temperature adjustments to be made remotely from smart-phones while providing energy statistics to help you control costs. Zoned heating and cooling systems are also gaining traction, meaning that you can heat or cool certain parts of the home based on where you spend the most time.

Smart security systemsFor years, home security alarms

consisted of sensors that detected break-ins and responded with loud sirens. Today, security systems lit-erally put a home’s safety and effi-ciency in the palm of your hand. Video cameras and alerts let you know when children arrive home from school or when packages are delivered.

(BPT) — Efficiency is the name of the game these days. At the office it comes into play in processing work

quickly and at a lower cost. At home, efficiency means being able to get the household and landscaping chores done so you can spend time with the family.

If your chore list includes maintaining the lawn, you know how much time is involved in this process. A gor-geous lawn gives you peace, joy and pride in what you’ve accomplished, but it takes work.

Fortunately, many lawn mowers can help you quickly trim the grass and keep it looking nice while also allow-ing you to use add-on tools for the rest of the work that needs to be done.

One option, the Toro TimeCutter zero-turn mower, is unique in that it comes standard with a hitch that’s perfect for pulling such tools. Here are many of the addi-tional accessories available to help you complete your lawn-maintenance chores much more efficiently:

• Cargo carriers — Hauling chopped wood, fallen branches, bags of mulch or wood chips and all the tools and equipment you need for the garden is made much easier with a cargo carrier connected behind the mower.

• Raking leaves — Big trees and a large lawn make for a beautiful backyard all summer long. But those same big trees also require that you spend hours raking leaves in the fall.

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• Lawn care items — If you want the gold star in your neighborhood for the best-looking lawn, it will need some loving care.

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Planting trees in cool weather will help ensure success

The coolest months of the year are always best when it comes to plant-ing trees. Yet in spite of our best efforts (or lack of them), some trees that we plant just never establish and sometimes die well ahead of their normal lifespan. More often than not, it has a lot to do with what we did, or didn’t do, to ensure their suc-cess. Keep some things in mind next time you plant a tree.

• Plant at the right time. Just because you can plant anything any time the ground isn’t fro-zen, that doesn’t mean you should. Some times of the year are better overall for trees to estab-lish. The best season of all is fall. With cooler temperatures, there’s less stress on above ground growth. Yet with soil

temperatures still warm, conditions are ideal for stimulating root growth and establishment with little to no demand from above ground. The more time for a newly planted tree in the ground until the heat of summer, the better.

• Never plant too deep. Planting a tree too deep is the most common rea-son for its failure. When the top of the root ball is placed in the planting hole below the surround-ing grade, a bowl effect is created where water is directed and collects. In many cases, drainage is poor and the tree literally drowns. Another way to ensure your tree stays above the death zone is to check the trunk flair at the base of the tree. You’ll often see a tapering out toward the top layer of roots. Never plant a tree so deeply that any part

of that flare or taper is below grade.

My rule of thumb is to always plant slightly higher (by up to a third), where the top of the root ball is higher than the surrounding grade. Invariably there will be some settling from the weight on the newly dis-turbed soil.

• Soil and mulch. Although we now know a hole dug too deeply is a big problem, it can never be too wide. At a mini-mum, it should be at least twice as wide as the root mass. Three times is bet-ter. When it’s time to add back the soil, there’s no need to amend the soil with non-native material. In fact, university stud-ies prove trees establish more quickly when only adding back existing soil. However, remove rocks and stones and elimi-nate any air pockets. An

easy way to do that is to backfill halfway, soak the hole, then continue filling with soil until you reach the top of the roots.

Once the soil is in place, cover with about three inches of mulch to help retain precious moisture. Most feeder roots are near the surface. Keeping that area moist is espe-cially important during establishment

• Water until estab-lished. In the absence of rainfall, newly planted trees are dependent on

us for supplemental irri-gation. By planting in fall, watering needs will be less, yet not unnec-essary. You’ll be able to phase down the amount of water being applied, but always check the soil with your finger to know if you need to water. Stick your finger into the soil. If it comes up moist and dirty, hold off on the watering. Too much water can be worse than too little. Within a few months, trees should be able to survive on their own.

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Homemade eatsPaella perfect to celebrate Hispanic heritageThere are many ways a person can celebrate his or her Hispanic heritage, but perhaps no way is more indulgent than celebrat-

ing that ancestry at the dinner table. Hispanic food is a blanket term describing many styles of cuisine, so Hispanics and even non-Hispanics have a host of options at their disposal with regard to enjoying a meal that traces its roots to a Spanish-speaking country.

Those who want to try a taste of Spain should consider the following recipe for “Paella de Gambas y Chorizo (Shrimp and Chorizo Paella)” from James Campbell Caruso’s “Espana: Exploring the Flavors of Spain” (Gibbs Smith).

Shrimp and Chorizo Paella

Shrimp and Chorizo Paella Serves 4

1 cup olive oil, divided2 links dry chorizo, sliced1 yellow onion, diced1 tablespoon minced garlic2 cups calasparra short-grain rice2 cups Sofrito (see box)2 tablespoons pimenton2 pinches saffron21/2 cups fi sh stock or clam juice21/2 cups chicken stock24 large raw shrimp, peeled1/2 cup green peas1/2 cup thin strips piquillo peppers Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Make the paella on the stove top in a large skillet or paella pan without a lid. In the pan, heat 1/4 cup olive oil and cook the chorizo for about 3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, heat 1/4 cup more olive oil and saute onion until soft. Add garlic. Add rice and stir until each grain is coated with oil. Add the saffron.

Combine the fi sh stock or clam juice with chicken stock in a separate pan to make cooking liquid. Add 3 cups

of the cooking liquid to the rice and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, until rice grains are soft. Add 3 cups of the cooking liquid to the rice, sofrito, pimenton, and saffron. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, until rice grains are soft. Add shrimp, peas, salt, and pepper; cook for 10 minutes. Then arrange the piquillo peppers on top.

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Many homeowners may not know that pruning trees in the winter can benefit some trees. Deciduous trees are dormant in winter, so they won't bleed sap when pruned at this time of year like they will at other times of year. In addition, many varieties of trees are less likely to attract disease or insects if pruned in the winter. Oak trees, for example, emit a strong odor when pruned, and that odor can attract a type of beetle that causes oak wilt. But this type of beetle hibernates in the winter, making this the ideal season to prune oak trees.

Before pruning trees, regardless of the time of year, homeowners should learn the types of trees on their property and when the ideal pruning season is for each type of tree. Pruning also may depend on climate, so speak with a local gardening or landscaping professional to determine when is the best time to prune the trees on your property.

Once the time has come to prune, keep the following tips in mind to maintain healthy and aesthetically appealing trees.

* Remove limbs that appear to be competing for space. Tree limbs that are crossing, rubbing or growing parallel to one another can be pruned.

Such limbs may prohibit the growth of nearby limbs.

* Remove limbs that are growing in. Some tree limbs may appear to be growing toward the interior of the tree, and these limbs can be pruned.

* Remove limbs growing toward the ground. A healthy tree's limbs will grow outward, not toward the ground.

* Remove dead limbs. Dead limbs simply take up space, and a dead limb is not going to grow back come the spring. Dead, broken or diseased limbs should be removed when pruning.

* Do not top trees. Tree topping is the removal of large branches and/or trunks from the top of a tree. Topping leaves a tree susceptible to disease and insect infestation, and homeowners who top trees to prevent them from getting any larger should know that topping actually promotes the growth of smaller, weaker branches that eventually grow as tall, if not taller, than the original branches before the tree was topped. Topping also decreases a tree's life expectancy.

Some trees can be pruned in winter


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ROLLFORM OP-ERATORS

Experienced rollformingmachine operators to

produce quality precisionsteel parts on 1st and 3rdshifts. Loads coiled steel,trouble-shoots machine

operation, sets andconstantly monitors

production output. Materialhandling with ability to drivea forklift. Competitive rate

with OT and benefits.Fax resumes to

(419) 446-2679 attn: HR

Member ServiceRepresentative/TellerGenFed is looking for a

part-time Member ServiceRepresentative/Teller forour Antwerp branch. Theideal candidate will have

excellent customer serviceskills, money handling

experience and be detailoriented. Sales experience

is preferred!Please send your

resume to:2492 Wedgewood Dr.

Suite GAkron, OH 44312

or email it to: [email protected]

Mullen Archery & GunShop - Oakwood, Ohio

419-594-33131-800-258-6625

CLOSEOUT ONCROSSBOWS.

We have replacementcrossbow strings.

Golden Boy Rifles in stock.

Defiance CityNice 3BR, 2BA W/BSMT.

New Roof & Carpet.$59,900.

419-769-9911

Harmon Pellett StoveBought in 2004 (only used2 seasons). Good Shape.

419-395-1912 or419-576-4489 leave msg

Apples,Plums, Pears,

CanningTomatoes.

Mahnke OrchardsRoad 16 - Between R & SNapoleon. 419-598-8655

Husky puppies for sale.For information call

419-636-6076

410 Home / CondoFor Sale

300 Pets / Supplies270 Hunting /Fishing

120 Manufacturing/ Industrial

280 MiscellaneousMerch.

170 Finance 230 Farm Products/ Produce


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125 Medical / Healthcare

2 bedroom -Tinora Schools

Garage available,NW Electric, recent

improvements. Referencesrequired. $ 475./MO.

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125 Medical / Healthcare

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460 ApartmentRentals

3 Br house in Paulding.$500/$500 419-789-9129

4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, on76ft. lakefront property. BigLong Lake. All sports lake.Auction: Sept. 28 @ 11am.Open House is Sept. 14 &

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Defiance: Clean UpperRemodeled 1BR,

Furnished Apartment,Includes All Utilities

$450/mo. References &Deposit. 419-438-8111

465 Duplex Rentals 475 Home / CondoRentals

450 Auctions /Public Sales


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RN, LPN, STNA, Dietary and Housekeeping

Hickory Creekat Hicksville401 Fountain St.,

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We are seeking individuals to fill positions in Fulton, Henry and Williams Counties. Caring and compassionate employees are needed

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05000 AD13504139 216BUCKEYE

MOTORS, LLC

500 Automobiles

04100 AD13508273 288NORTHWEST

REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC

410 Home / Condo For Sale

04500 AD13505510 360DAN

LIMBER AUCTIONS

450 Auctions / Public Sales05000 AD13507491 216

BIGG DEAL SALES

500 Automobiles

04050 AD13510638 180Kahle

Design and Build

Meyer RestorationInterior & Exterior Painting

Free Ests. 419-783-9946

405 Open Houses10x20 - 16x40 - 32x40Storage Units Or WorkShops. Joe Newman

St. Rt. 15/18419-782-2222

ERIC'S PAINTWORKS &PRESSURE WASHING

Bonded & InsuredShop # 419-594-3674

Sanchez Junk RemovalFor free; scrap metal, etc.

419-769-JUNK (5865)

1998 Chevy S-10 RegularCab Short Bed, 4 Cyl., 5

Speed, Air, little Rust,$1650. 419-439-1703

1996 White, Buick ParkAvenue. 130,000 miles4 door, new parts, clean$1,800. 419-782-9638

1035 Storage

925 Painting540 Trucks / SUVs 830 Hauling99 Polar Kraft Bass

America, 16Ft, 40HPYamaha, 2 Fish Finders,Live Well, Trolling Motor,

Console Steering, OnboardCharger $4500, OBO.

419-784-6907

1996 Buick Lesabre185,400 mi. Driven daily.

$1,000. 419-439-7570

B&C Construction LLCNew Roofs, Windows,

& Siding419-782-3748 /419-769-0033

Experienced Handy ManQuality Work. Dependable

& Affordable Rates.419-913-8790

520 BoatsBennett Sales & Service

Corner of 127/424,We winterize campers,RV's, jet skis, & boats.

419-789-6781

Graber Cabinet Co.Custom Cabinets

419-533-9923grabercabinetcompany.com

2003 Ford Windstar MiniVan. Loaded, PWR, Htd

Leather, Great Cond. MustSee. $4900. 419-438-6113

895 Misc. Services1000 Roofing &

Spouting

500 Automobiles 535 RVs &Campers

655 CabinetMaking

GOOD USED TIRESFor Sale• Most Sizes. We buycars not running, top price

INDOOR AUTOMART(419) 784-2500

1218 S. Jackson.3 br house. 2 bath, fullbasement, garage. $600per month plus deposit.

419-784-2851

Bennett Sales & ServiceCorner Of 424/127 We

Repair, Golf Carts, Chains-aws, Lawnmowers, ATV ,

Jet Skis, Small FarmTractors, All Small

Engines. 419-789-6781

06 Suzuki Burgman 650Scooter Trike, New TrikeKit, New Tires, 12K miles,

Like New, $9000.419-393-2924

ERIC'S PAINTWORKS &PRESSURE WASHING

Bonded & InsuredShop # 419-594-3674

1994 GMC Sonomaextended cab. 4x4 V-6auto. loaded. $1750.

419-393-2733

530 Motorcycles /ATVs

870 LawnEquipment Repair

925 Painting510 Auto Parts /Accessories

540 Trucks / SUVs475 Home / CondoRentals


512 Pearl St., DefianceNear Defiance College

3 BR/2 BA with spacious floor plan & large garage, oak doors and trim. New construction.

Directions: N. Clinton to Greer, right on Pearl.Kahle Design & Build (419) 782-7749

OPEN HOUSESunday, Sept. 21, 1-3 pm

618 Clinton St.PO Box 156Defiance

419-784-0615 www.nwres.net

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Prices reduced!

EASY LIVING in this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath condo. Open floor plan between the living room and dining room, updated kitchen and newer floor coverings. Largest bedroom closets we’ve ever seen! With lawn care and snow removal included in the association fee, you can simply back out of your attached garage and be on your way without any hassle! Near schools and YMCA. Home warranty offered. Now just $74,900!

Cozy 4 BR, 2bath home nestled on 4.7 acres. Updated interior. Perfect for the whole family. The view of the pond and woods from the picture window is amazing. You’ll love this location on a dead end road close enough to town to be convenient, far enough away to be peaceful. A fantastic value at $129,900!

Beth Sigg419-784-0593

Sarah McCabe419-439-7907

400 Greenler #1507 22856 McCollister

Tuesday Oct 9th 2014 @ 6:00 PM

Property Address: C 051 St Rt. 108 New Bavaria, Ohio 43548Property Directions: St. Rt. 108, just North of County Rd Y.Description: Move in ready with fresh paint and new flooring, county ranch is located between Holgate and New Bavaria. Home features 3 bedrooms, Kitchen, Dining, large Living room, 1 bath and attached garage, all of this sits on ½ acre lot. Terms: $5000.00 down day of auction. Balance due at closing with possession at that time. No offer may be conditioned upon financing. Siefker Real Estate & Auction Company is exclusive agents of the seller. Have your financing arranged prior to auction day and be prepared to buy @ your price. Call today for your personal viewing appointment. Dan Limber @ 419-395-1701. Any statement made day of auction takes precedence over printed matter. www.dlimberauctions.com or www.auctionzip.com #7377

Public Auction

Conducted By: Siefker Real Estate & Auction Company

Ottawa, Ohio&

Dan Limber CAI AuctioneerLicensed and Bonded in favor of the State of Ohio

Owner: Edna H. Okuley EstateHenry Co. Probate 20131083

Kevin L. Okuley Executor - Edward Pepper Attorney

321 e riverview, napoleon (419)599-1021

‘07 Chrysler Town & Country lXSTOWN GO / 130Kmi.

Ex. Cond. $5,900

‘02 Toyota Sienna CeV6. 7 Pass. Newer Tires.

138Kmi. $3,700

‘99 Chrysler Sebring lXiV6. Auto. Only 75,000mi.

NICE. $3,600

‘06 Kia Sportage lXV6. Auto Remote Start.102Kmi. CLEAN $5,300

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2005 CheVy equiNoxAuto., A/C,

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