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FOOTBALL Classified 964-7161 WEDNESDAY, AUG. 23, 1989 BATTLE CREEK ENQUIRER Arnold's signing spells end for Haji-Sheikh The Associated Press PONTIAC The first cuts made by Detroit Lions head coach Wayne Fontes were partially offset by the addition of punter Jim Arnold, who ended a holdout by signing a new contract. Arnold, a seven-year veteran, signed what is believed to be a three-year contract Tuesday. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed. Arnold is considered one of the NFL's top punters and has been in the last three Pro Bowls.

Last year, Arnold punted 97 times for 4,110 yards, averaging 42.4 yards per kick. Earlier in the day, Fontes announced his first roster cuts, releasing seven players, including kicker Ali Haji-Sheikh. Also cut were offensive linemen Steve Baack and Todd Irvin, defensive linemen Tom Baldwin and Derek MacCready, and linebackers Byron Hunt and Mike McCray. That reduces the roster to 74 players. "I sat down with each of them and told them what their shortcomings were," Fontes said at the Silverdome, where the Lions are getting ready for Friday night's game in Seattle.

"I wished them well and they wished me well." Haji-Sheikh, a former University of Michigan star, was cut one Eye on the Lions I What: NFL exhibition game. Who: Detroit Lions at Seattle Seahawks. When: Friday, 10:30 p.m. day after kicker Ed Murray worked out with the Lions for the first time following a lengthy holdout. The six-year veteran has also played with the New York Giants, Washington Redskins and Atlanta Falcons.

Baack was in his fifth year with the Lions after being drafted in the third round in 1984. He spent last season on injured reserve with a hip injury. Irvin was the Lions' ninth-round draft pick in 1988. He was released during training camp last year but was invited back this year. Baldwin spent four years as a New York Jet before being signed as a free agent.

MacCready was the club's ninth-round draft choice from Ohio State. Hunt was signed as a free agent after being left unprotected by the Giants, where he spent the first eight years of his career. McCray also was signed as a free agent. More cuts were expected today as the Lions try to get closer to a 60-man roster before leaving Thursday for Seattle. The roster must be at 60 or below by Aug.

29, when the Lions will be on the West Coast preparing for their last preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams. A major Detroit goal this week will be stopping the Seahawks' blitz. In the first two exhibition games, Cleveland and Cincinnati caused major problems for Detroit's stretch offense by blitzing. Fontes knows the Lions must stop the blitz for the stretch to work. "We did not get a whole lot of heat unless they blitzed," Fontes said.

"But when they blitzed, they got in. There are a few things we can do to stop the blitz. We can go to some play-action, which we've done very little of so far. We'll just have to use it sooner than we want to." Rookie Rodney Peete, who will start at quarterback against Seattle, said it's only a matter of time before the Lions stop the blitz. "People talk about this offense and say the quarterback is going to get hit a lot," Peete said.

"But we still have the same number of guys blocking as in a conventional offense. We just have to pick them up when they blitz. "It's going to take some time. But when we do get on the same page, this offense is capable of blowing teams out of the stadium." AP Photo Third-string Minnesota quarterback Rich Gan- of the Vikings-Redskins exhibition game Monnon bobbled the snap during the fourth quarter day night. Minnesota won, 23-13.

Fullback Williams signs $4 million deal with Seattle The Associated Press John L. Williams proved last year he could catch a football. His latest catch is a four-year contract that could make him the highestpaid fullback in the NFL. The 15th player taken in the 1986 college draft, Williams reportedly signed with the Seattle Seahawks for $4 million for four years. "It all worked out for the best," said Williams, the Seahawks' leading receiver last year while earning a reputation as one of the league's best multi-purpose backs.

"Hopefully, over the next four years, I'll be able to say I was part of a Super Bowl Last year, as a rookie first-round draft pick, Williams signed a fouryear contract that would have given him $350,000 this year, plus a $25,000 roster bonus. He held himself out of last week's game against New England and reported three days late to the team's training camp because of dissatisfaction over the progress of negotiations. "The days I've been practicing, I've dropped three or four balls I wouldn't normally have Williams said. "I realized that (concern over the negotiations) was the reason." Seattle still has three veteran holdouts offensive tackle Ron Mattes and linebackers Darren Comeaux and Tony Woods. I Philadelphia Eagles Reggie White became the highest-paid defensive lineman in the NFL when he signed a four-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Although terms were not announced, Eagles president Harry Gamble said White's contract exceeds the $1.5 million a year earned by Buffalo Bills lineman Funeral Directors 107 Local Funerals 102 COMETTO, LOLA Arrangements will be announced later by Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, 703 Capital S.W. GYSEL, MRS. MILDRED Friends may call at the ROYAL FUNERAL HOME, 281 Upton Ave. at Dickman Rd.after noon Wednesday where the family will receive visitors from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.

Wednesday and Thursday. Rev. James Varner of Christ United Methodist Church officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetary. Memorial contributions may be given to Christ United Methodist Church.

Envelopes available at the funeral home. OWENS, KEVIN Friends may call at the SHAWESTES FUNERAL HOME, 2838 Capital S.W. (next to BIll Knapps). where rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection wil be held Friday at 10 a.m.

at St. Jerome Catholic Church. Fr. Edwin G.Palmer officiating. Interment Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contribution to the St.Jude Childrens Research Hospital. THOMPSON, MR. JAMES R. (JIMMY) Il: Friends may call at the FARLEY-ESTES FUNERAL HOME, 105 Capital N.E. Funeral services will be held in the Colonial Chapel 1 p.m.

Thursday. Pastor Lester DeGroot of the Nashville Baptist Church officiating. Interment Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Should friend desire memorial contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice. Envelopes available at the funeral home.

BUYING HIRING SELLING RENTING LOOKING TURN TO CLASSI FIED! ACTION ADS AS LOW AS PER DAY Battle (reck ROYAL FUNERAL HOME 964-3706 281 Upton PERRY MORTUARY. 140 Capital NE, 964-3775. Louis T. Perry, I Director, Preneed Trust, Low costs. Williams Funeral Home 133 Orchard St.

Delton 623-5461 Farley -Estes Funeral Home 105 Capital Ave. N.E. Estes Dowdle Angood Messenger 962-5527 the new Shaw Funeral Home 2838 Capital Ave. S.W. 979-3838 RICHARD A.

HENRY FUNERAL HOME 703 Capital S.W. 962-5191 Member N.S.M. BACHMAN HEBBLE Funeral Service 223 North Bedford Road 965-5145 SPENCER 310 S. Capitol 729-4100 Athens, MI LANGELAND MEMORIAL 622 S. Burdick, Kalamazoo 1-343-1508 Cemetery Lots Mausoleums 110 B.C.

MEMORIAL PARK Cemetery-Chapel-CryptsNiches -Memorials. Owned-operated by B. C. OAK HILL CEMETERY Lots, Cremation, Pre-Planning Available. 964-7321.

OAK HILL CEMETERY 3 lots anxious to sell. Make an offer. Call 962-2852 Lost Found 138 FOUND: Black dog, full fur around neck, curled fluffy tail, good with children, would like to find good home or owner. Dog has limited time at shelter. 746-4089 LOST: DOG white poodle, with apricot ears, Post Addition.

965-5026. Personals 140 CHRISTIAN Singles free I.C.S., Box 94, Fostoria, MI 48435 SELF supporting, active lady, white 70's would like to meet nice man. Reply Battle Creek ENQUIRER, Box R-20, 155 W. Van Buren, Battle Creek, MI 49016 SELL THOSE NO LONGER USED ITEMS TO PLACE A -ACTION CLASSIFIED AD Public Notices 150 TO ALL Interested parties: STOP'N LOCK Auction to be held at 148 W. Michigan, Marshall.

September 12, 1989. 5 pm to satisfy Stop 'n Lock's leans outstanding as of sale date. Inspection Is 4 pm on sale date. Items sold to highest bidder. Contents In following units include but not limited to what is listed below: A TO I.

2 Terberg, violins 66: toys, TO R.C. Schroeder, 63: gas fireplace, large tool chest, GE washer and dryer Bingo Directory 155 AIR FORCE SERGEANTS Mon. 6:30 p.m. THE AUXILIARY 6:30 p.m. 298 No.

20th St. AMERICAN LEGION POST 298 S.A.L., at 228 N. 20th Sunday, 12:30. AMERICAN Legion Aux. 298 228 N.

20th St. Fri. at 12 noon. BINGO, sponsored by St. Joseph's Dad's Club, 6:30 at school cafeterla.

FRI. 6:30 p.m. Battle Creek Exchange Club 31 No. Washington HARPER CREEK American Legion, 1125 E. Columbia Ave.

6:30 p.m. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS Fri. 6:30 to 11 P.M. Sisters Bingo Sun. 2:30 -7 502 E.

Michigan, Augusta PENNFIELD ATHLETIC BOOSTERS, High School Cafeteria, 6:30 Saturday. ST. JOSEPH CHURCH Parish Center, Thurs. 7:00 Early Birds at 6:30 WEDNESDAY NIGHT VFW Post 565, 72 E. Jackson Early birds 6:30.

Estate Sales 159 FOR a Household or Estate Sale Call- Gloria and Marge, 964-4048, 965-8961. Estate, household, moving sales conducted. Jim Dean 517-629-8460; 517-629-4051 HOUSEHOLD SALE 506 ELDRED ST. (At Roth Near Mercy Pavilion) Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Thursday and Friday Owner is In a nursing home and must sell contents of her home and garage, including living room, dining room and bedroom furniture, TV, stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, storage lockers, dishes, linens, clothing, hand and garden toois and lots of household miscellaneous, including some collectibles. ANOTHER SALEBY JIM DEAN: 1-517-629-8460 or 1-517-629-4051 SELL THOSE NO LONGER USED ITEMS WITH A FAST-ACTION CLASSIFIED AD Phone 964-7161 Phone 964-7161 HOUSEHOLD AUCTION Having sold our home in Charlotte, we will sell our home furnishings. Because of inadequate space to conduct an auction, and for convenience of sale, we will sell the following the BELCHER, DINGMAN, SPALDING Auction Facility, Exit 110 off I-94 or 1 mi. north of Marshall, MI on Old US27. AUG.

24, 5:00 P.M. Kenmore washer and dryer, like new, only 3 years old; like new couch and loveseat; oval oak library table; square trunk; nice family room or patio furniture set including rocker, couch, chair and ottoman in pine and naugahyde; dinette table; pictures; card table; wood taool box; coffee end tables; chairs; Eureka upright vacuum; table and pole lamps; bed; stone polisher and other related equipment; electric trolling motor, like new; window fan; stereo stand; toaster oven; sewing machine; floor radio; lawnmower; Skil saw; bikes; approximately 8 tables full of miscellaneous small articles including antique and collectibles, glassware; lots of other miscellaneous. 1979 Honda 175 motorcycle, sharp! NOTE: This merchandise is very clean and useable. Plan to attend. TERMS: Cash or negotiable check.

MR. AND MRS. CHARLES WILLIAMS, OWNERS AND A PARTIAL ESTATE A CHER DING Brent Edward Harold H. L. Dingman Belcher Belcher Larry Spaulding AUCTIONEERS 148 W.

Michigan Marshall, Michigan 49068 124 N. Main, Bellevue, Michigan 49021 MARSHALL OFFICE BELLEVUE OFFICE (616) 781-4258 (616) 763-9494 CLERKS General skills needed in the areas of accounting, data processing, filing, typing and word processing. If you possess these skills and are interested in various assignments and a flexible schedule, call immediately. EmploymentGroup 200 Beckley Centre Battle Creek (616) 979-4343 EOE Estate Sales 159 HOUSEHOLD SALE by Gloria and Marge August 25 and 26th FRI. and SAT.

9 a.m.-6 p.m. 136 MERWOOD (Go Emmett St. To North Mckinley to Merwood) Mildred Dick is moving and will sella 40 year accumulation Including oak ladies desk with chair, stacking bookcase, parlor tables, whatnot shelf, plate rail chairs, plus settee, occasional chairs, hanging oil lamp; leaded glass shaded lamp; lelly cupboard; fine drop leaf table and coffee table; copper boller; organ stool, plant stand, marble top table plus hand plates, glassware and china; Leone Saxon paintings, cedar chest; lovely bedroom suite, single bed, recliner; washer and dryer; kitchen TV, stereo, snow thrower and much more. A nice sale Gloria Howard Marge Prior Garage Sales City 160 178 Fremont Sun. 20th thru Sat.

26th. 9am to 4pm. FLEA MARKET 45 Porter St. Open daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Urbandale 162 124 ALIDA DR. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 3 FAMILY GARAGE 5 5 5 SALE: Thurs-Sat, 9-5, 175 Holly Rd. New and used baby clothes, furniture, women's clothing, appliances, plus misc.

MOVING sale: 20 E. Acacia(Lakeview) Power tools, exercise bike, toys, crib, and collectables. Sat. Garage Sales Lakeview 161 1299 S. 24TH ST.

at Gethings Rd. 9 am-5 pm. Exercise cycle, girls bike, toys, lots misc. GIGANTIC SALE: Household goods, winter clothes, sizes 18-16, some 5-6, 3000 Romance books Free box, Thur-Sat, 9-5, 688 Morningside Dr. GREAT GARAGE SALE.

107 HEATHER RIDGE Thurs. Fri. Sat. Aug. 24, 25, 26.

10 to 6. Boys clothes, toys, tools, furniture and more. Furniture, bikes, and other misc. 131 Fairfield. 9-6 pm Garage Sales Garage Sales Urbandale 162 GIANT SALE (all Indoors and all proceeds to building fund).

WED. THURS. FRI. AUG. 23, 24,25.

9 to 5. 20440 BEDFORD RD. M-37. Your donations of saleable Items also accepted. Call 731- 5734 for information.

CAR WASH On FRI. AUG. 25, weather permitting. HOUSE OR FIXTURES AND CONTENTS FOR SALE, adjoining church property at 20412 Bedford Rd. remove It.

962-1599 for appt. Garage Sales Pennfield 163 IT'S A NICE ONE Large selection, ladies clothing, 7-14. Some furniture, lots of 9 to 6. Thurs. thru 8020 Pennfleid Rd.

Garage Sales Harper Creek 164 13145 Armour Ln. off Dr. N. by Harper Creek High School. -Sat, Aug.

24- 26. 9-6pm. Mens winter clothing, med. sizes, women clothing, various sizes, typewriter and table, craft supplies, portable black white 12" TV, cameras, medicine cabinet sink. outside back door, misc.

GARAGE SALE: Some furniture, clothes, odds and ends, Aug. 24 thru Aug. 27 from 8 to 5. 3986 S. Minges Rd.

off Sonoma Rd. Garage Sales Springfield 165 BARN SALE 843 W. Michigan Ave. Screens and window sashes, new for Anderson windows, household goods, antiques, too much more to mention. Open 9 am-6 pm till sold.

Garage Sales Verona 166 357 PLEASANTVIEW 10 to 5. Sat. 9 to 5. Weight bench, portable heater, air conditioner, misc. from 20 yrs.

GARAGE SALE: Aug. 24 and Aug. 25. 8 a.m. to 6.

Crib, twin bed, lamps, Coleman Stove and Lattern, ladies clothing size 40 and 42, lots of 104 Bryant St. Garage Sales Rural 167 SALE: Wed. Aug 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., antiques, dining table and chairs, coffee table, lamps, clothes, misc. 5680 6 Mile Rd.

south of Dr. Auctions 170 STANTONS REALTORS-AUCTIONEERS InstructionSchools 185 ARGUBRIGHT BUSINESS COLLEGE. 216 Old Kent Bank Bldg. Ph. 968-6105.

"We Mean EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Albion Industries, Inc. has an immediate opening for an Executive Secretary. This position reports to the president of the company. Candidates must be proficient in Word Processing, have good interpersonal skills and be a take charge person. Albion Industries, Inc.

offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please send resume to: ALBION INDUSTRIES P.O. BOX 411 ATTENTION: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Equal Opportunity Employer HIGHLY MOTIVATED PERSONABLE AND PRESENTABLE INDIVIDUAL SOUGHT FOR CAR SALES POSITION both new and used We offer new flex time schedules, retirement plan, health and medical coverage. Best pay plan in area. Multiple car lot, inhouse and factory training programs.

Apply in person. JOHN LEFERE FORD 1314 N. WEST AVE. JACKSON, MI. Jackson County Volume, new and used car dealer for the last 6 years.

nfl camps Bruce Smith, previously the highest-paid defensive player in the league. I New York Jets Quarterback Mark Malone has signed with the New York Jets, four days after being released by the San Diego Chargers. Malone, entering his 10th NFL season, will compete with Kyle Mackey for the backup role behind Ken O'Brien, a position that opened when Pat Ryan sprained his left knee in Sunday night's exhibition game against Philadelphia. I Denver Broncos Veteran receiver Mark Jackson was expected to return to the Denver training camp today. Jackson, who walked out Monday to protest the lack of progress on a contract extension, was missing from the Tuesday afternoon practice as well.

He was unavailable for comment, but his wife, Ronni, said from the couple's home in Aurora, that she understood her husband would rejoin workouts today. Broncos Coach Dan Reeves has said repeatedly that the team will not negotiate until the player returns to camp. Denver reduced its roster to 72 by cutting its 12th-round draft choice, wide receiver John Javis of Howard University. San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl linebacker Charles Haley ended a month-long holdout and became the first of eight San Francisco 49ers starters to report to training camp. Haley agreed to terms Monday night.

I New England Patriots Tony Eason will see most of the action at quarterback when the Patriots visit Atlanta on Saturday. Coach Raymond Berry said Eason needs more work and will play at least three quarters against the Falcons. Berry also said running back John Stephens, sidelined for more than three weeks with a knee bruise, will see considerable playing time against Atlanta, but that recently signed No. 1 pick Hart Lee Dykes may not be ready. Indianapolis Colts Indianapolis made a pair of deals with Dallas, acquiring offensive tackle Zefross Moss in exchange for an undisclosed draft choice and sending nose tackle Chuck Ehin to the Cowboys, also for an undisclosed pick.

Atlanta Falcons Starting defensive end Mike Gann ended his holdout by agreeing to a fouryear contract. Gann, entering his fifth season, has been a starter since his rookie year. He reportedly will receive $2.4 million over the four years. The Falcons still have three veteran holdouts offensive linemen Bill Fralic, John Scully and Wayne Radloff. No.

1 draft choice Deion Sanders, a defensive back, also is unsigned. I Pittsburgh Steelers They needed four weeks and a day to do it, but the Steelers finally got both of their No. 1 draft picks on the practice field at the same time. Running back Tim Worley, the seventh overall pick, took part in his first contact work since signing a five-year, $3.05 million contract. Offensive tackle Tom Ricketts rejoined practice after missing more than three weeks with a broken thumb.

In other news, the Steelers waived free agent running back Fine Unga, reducing their roster to 74. I New York Giants Even after a perfect 8-for-8 night against Kansas City, reserve quarterback Jeff Rutledge isn't sure of a job. In the past, the Giants have kept three quarterbacks, with Rutledge and Jeff Hostetler backing up Phil Simms. But rule changes concerning injured reserve may force Coach Bill Parcells to keep just two quarterbacks. Rutledge, 31, said Parcells told him he has not made a decision on how many quarterbacks he'll keep.

Second-year quarterback Mike Perez, who missed all of last season with a hip injury, was one of eight players cut by the Giants on Tuesday. NEWSPAPER OPPORTUNITY DISTRICT MANAGER The Battle Creek Enquirer team has a full time management opening for a District Sales Manager in our circulation department to recruit and supervise newspaper carriers and maintain good customer relations. The successful candidate will be: Highly organized-time management conscious Customer relations oriented Familiar with basic accounting principles Aggressive and goal oriented Able to thrive in very fast paced environment Dedicated to quality service A team player A creative problem solver Sales aptitude and collection experience a definite plus. We offer a challenging, rewarding and fast paced environment with excellent salary and benefits. It's an opportunity to join the nation's largest newspaper group.

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