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PAGE 11 THE MUNCIE EVENING PRESS, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 Deer Creek draws praise, complaints 2nd-ranked Marion fops No. 1 0 Central Prep sport INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Expensive parking, traffic jams and excessive noise levels were among the complaints during the first season at Deer Creek Music Center in suburban Indianapolis. But a Deer Creek official says the summer concert season proved to be better than expected. "We had more than 300,000 people there for our shows," Deer Creek president David Lucas said. "Our original projection was and that was optimistic.

Counting the various freebies, the total attendance is probably closer to 350,000." Not all of Deer Creek's 48 ticketed events were successful. Frank Sinatra, the Indianapolis Sympheny Orchestra, jazz artist Pat Metheny and country bookings were among the financial flops. Fans balked at paying $50 each to see Sinatra. Revenue from the show, which attracted about 5,900 fans, did not come close to Sinatra's alleged $500,000 guarantee. Lucas is convinced his investment in Sinatra will bring future dividends.

"It made another statement that we were committed to bringing a complete menu of entertainment for everybody," he said. "Next year we hope to present Liza Minnelli." The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra played to relatively small crowds for its three performances. Metheny had the lowest attendance with an estimated 1,350 persons. Just three shows from the entire season, featuring major rock acts, were complete sellouts: the Grateful Dead, Bon Jovi, and Elton John. Deer Creek recouped some of its financial losses by giving thousands of free tickets to specific shows to both the Hamilton County community and police and fire department employees.

Dozens of free tickets also were offered to disgruntled patrons in an effort to satisfy their complaints. Lucas said the high point of the summer was the Elton John show. John openly expressed his satisfaction with the venue and promised to return on his next tour. Lucas said several other artists and management officials made Second-ranked Marion clinched a 4-0 victory over No. 10 Central with one match still undecided in a battle two of the state's best boys tennis teams Monday.

Central's Luke Wessell and Marion's Tom Bove had split the first two sets in their singles match when it was suspended due to darkness. Marion won the other four matches in straight sets. Southside's tennis team improved to 5-5 with a 4-1 victory over Yorktown. Dennis Conwell at No. 1 singles and Kevin Voke (No.

2) each won 7-6 first sets en route to victories. No. 2 doubles players Shane Haney and Tyler Bush won a three-set match. SOUTHSIDE 4, YORKTOWN 1 Singlei Conwel SI d. McHemey 7-6, 7-5; Voke 5 d.

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MARION 4, CENTRAL 0 Smglei Weuell ICI end Bow lied ot one Ht opiact whan notch wot impended by dorVwu; Alamo (Ml d. Montoomery 64; Porter (Ml d. SchuuW 6-2, 6-2. Doubles Dovii-Hrany d. Harrii-Mortin 64, 6-2; Signgh-Bower Stanley-Dice 6-3, 6-3.

Girls golf Sisters Erica and Laura Wicoff led Blackford to a 202-226 girls golf victory over Yorktown. Erica Wicoff was the medalist with a 39 and Laura Wicoff followed with a 41 for Blackford (8-1). Marcie Ertle shot a 53 to lead Yorktown (2-5). BLACKFORD 202. YORKTOWN 226 tUCKfOM) E.

Wicoff 39. Wkoff 41, lowson 62, PMpi 60, Block 64. YORKTOWN Ertle 53, Bryja 67. Moore 63. Girton 57, Simanton 53.

Girls volleyball Chanda Stebbins and Amy Jones each had 11 kills to help eighth-ranked Delta defeat Anderson Highland 15-2, 15-8 in a girls volleyball HE'S A FORMER DEPUTY PROSECUTOR lawyer pleading guilty to Richmond INDIANAPOLIS (AP) A Richmond attorney has agreed to plead guilty to two counts of income tax evasion and to cooperate with investigators looking into allegations of corruption in Wayne County, a U.S. attorney said today. James M. Backmeyer, a former deputy Wayne County prosecutor, is accused of failing to report income of more than $85,000 during 1985 similar remarks. The outdoor amphitheater, located near Noblesville off Interstate 69 in southeast Hamilton County, was cited three times for concerts that continued past the designated 10:30 p.m.

weeknight and 11 p.m. weekend curfews. Nearby residents regularly called police to complain about noise levels. Lucas said he hopes for a flexible curfew that will cover specific, major events that are more likely to go late. The few problems with excessive noise levels were caused by artists who refused to lower the volume at the promoter's request, Lucas said.

Those living near the facility called frequently to complain about traveling sound during the first few weeks, but the numbers of calls dropped off dramatically as the season progressed. While Deer Creek does not have full control over an artist's creativity, changes in policy are being planned. "When we sign a contract with an artist, we're also going to imple began investigating allegations involving the disposition of drunken driving cases in Wayne County. Backmeyer, a 1970 graduate of the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, served as chief deputy Wayne County prosecutor in 1975 and 1976. Wayne County Prosecutor Gerald E.

Surface has said the allegations are groundless. John John P. Lowe died early today in Louisville, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Lowe was born in Macon, came to Muncie as a child with his parents and attended city schools.

He had resided in Louisville for the past 20 years. He was a Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Joyce; two daughters, Jennifer and Jamie, both Robert E. FARMLAND, Ind. Robert E.

Rogers, 73, father of former Indiana State Senator Michael Rogers of Greenfield, died Sunday in St. Vincent's Hospital, Indianapolis, following a brief illness. Mr. Rogers was a native of the Farmland area. His parents were Dorsey and Ethel Rogers.

A former employee of Warner Gear (now Borg-Warner Automotive, Transmission Systems), Muncie, he also operated Rogers Home Furnishings in Farmland, from 1955 to 1980. He retired from Maul Brothers Winchester, in 1983. Everett Word has been received that Everett Johnson, 68, brother of Muncie resident Carolyn Crumes, died Sunday in a hospital in Bay-onne, N.J. Mr. Johnson was a native and lifelong resident of Bayonne and was a retired employee of the New P.

B.F. 'Jack' McCollough Jr. B.F. "Jack" McCollough 60, 2613 N. Pauline, died early today in Ball Memorial Hospital following a brief illness.

He was born in Beech Grove, attended schools in that area and came to Muncie in 1950. Mr. McCollough was employed for more than 30 years with Riser Plating, now Kiser Corp. He was a member of Eastside Evangelistic Church. Surviving are his wife, Nina Brandon McCollough; two sons, Larry McCollough, Churubusco, and Jerry Allan McCollough, serving in the Army in West ment a rider to them specifying certain Deer Creek guidelines," said Lucas.

"We'll meet all their-needs, but we'll require them not to exceed a certain dB level at the mixing board. We're going to monitor that." As for artists who call fans down to the front of the stage, Lucas said Deer Creek tries to convince them to not include the seemingly spontaneous act in their show. "That's our first line. If it's absolutely an integral part of their show, well, there's nothing we can do," he said. "It happens very rarely, but when we hear about it we are often successful in stopping it completely." Another common complaint regarded the $3 parking fee.

Many concertgoers said they thought the fee was too high since they had no choice but to park on the Deer Creek grounds. "You'd be hard-pressed to find a facility that doesn't charge for parking," said Lucas. "Many places build that parking fee into the ticket price. tax charge Daniels said she could not release any additional details of the investigation or of Backmeyer's involvement. "He's pleading guilty and he's cooperating in the on-going investigation," Daniels said.

Backmeyer faces a maimum penalty on the two charges of 10 years in prison and $500,000 in fines. Lowe at home; his mother, Mary Lowe, Muncie; and a sister, Leigh Anne Sheffield, Muncie. He was preceded in death by his father, John E. Lowe, in 1985. Services will be at 2 p.m.

Wednesday in the Arch L. Heady Son Mortuary, Louisville. Cremation will follow. Memorials may be sent to the Diabetes Association. Rogers Mr.

Rogers was a member of the Sal D. Bayliss Masonic Lodge, Fort Wayne. Surviving are his wife, Pauline Kennedy Rogers; another son, Randy L. Rogers, Farmland; a brother, Donald L. Rogers, Brownsville, three grandchildren; five step-grandchildren, and two step-great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Miller Mortuary Chapel. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, east of Farmland. Visitors may call 7-9 p.m. today and noon until services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Johnson Jersey Turnpike Authority. Besides his sister, survivors include his nephew, the Rev. Bryant Crumes of Muncie. Services will be Thursday at Murray Funeral Home in Jersey City, N.J. NBC in 1963 and later moved to ABC until 1976.

The show also was seen in syndication and more recently was revived by the USA Cable network. It is not in production now, Hall said Monday through a spokesman. "Jay Stewart was a member of our 'Let's Make a Deal family for 13 years," Hall said. "His booming voice and his bubbly personality endeared him to millions. Those of us who worked with him on a daily basis appreciated his talents.

He was more than an announcer, he was my co-star and my friend." Early this year, Stewart retired from announcing and became an agent for emcees and announcers, specializing in game shows, said talent agent Don Pitts. Pitts said the death came as "a complete shock to all of us. As far as we knew his health was fine." 1945. The novel satirized a Southern town's struggles with a corrupt political party during the 1930s and 1940s. It eventually was made into a movie.

Fleming worked for publications such as The New Yorker, Life, and Punch, the British humor magazine. roundup match. Nicole Ewing contributed 29 assists while Kim Wright and Holly Coulter each had six digs for Delta (15-1). Muncie Burris and Wapahani remained 1-2 in the latest state volleyball coaches poll released Monday evening. Delta and Dale-ville, ranked 19th, gave Delaware County four schools in the weekly statewide rankings.

In middle school action, Daleville defeated Monroe Central 15-7, 15-9 in the seventh grade match, while Monroe Central was an 11-15, 15-10, 15-11 winner in the eighth grade. Cowan beat Union 15-13, 15-7 in eighth-grade play and 15-3, 15-3 in seventh-grade action. Football David Maynard's three touchdowns helped Southside outscore New Castle 42-38 in a reserve football game. Todd Russell, Kelly Welsh and Mark Hogan each scored one TD for the Rebels. Central shut out Anderson 25-0 to1 remain unbeaten (3-0).

Brent Gentry, D.R. Balfour, Dre Knox and Torrey McCane scored touchdowns for the Bearcats. Kurt Pickering's touchdown in the second overtime helped give Yorktown an 8-6 victory over Pendleton Heights. Yorktown is 3-0. Delta improved to 2-2 with a 9-6 victory over Winchester.

Mike Licht scored Delta's touchdown. sonal favorite of the coach, zoomed 37 yards around left end for another touchdown with his first regular-season carry, Ditka was positively ecstatic. He slapped the play-list he carried around all game on his thigh. He shook the hand or slapped the backside of every player within reach, then kissed the team chaplain, the Rev. Nick Marro.

What, me stressed? "I'm trying to be a little lower key," Ditka said afterward, "but it just isn't working. "Sure, I could be quiet on the outside, but I'd still be churning on the inside," he added. "And you can kill yourself just as fast that way." If truth be told, though, as much credit is due the supporting characters in Mike Ditka's life as Mike himself. He was never a finnicky eater, nor entirely the meat-and-potatoes man he seemed to be, so wife Diana feeds him mostly turkey and tuna fish sandwiches around the house and he eats fish when they're dining out which is often. Coaches Landry and Tobin have developed thick skin and a second sense for when Ditka is about to roast one of their charges and whisk the offender off to a corner of the bench before the fire in Mike's belly really starts roaring.

Perhaps most important, his players win a good deal more than they lose. SPORTS SHORTS College grid player collapses and dies From local and Associated Press reports i Marcus S. Jones, an offensive lineman at Samford University in Birmingham, collapsed and died following a light practice, a university spokesman said. Jones was an 18-year-old freshman. Samford sports information director Kent Partridge said an autopsy was being performed to determine the cause of death.

PREP WIN STREAK ENDS: The longest winning streak in high school football ended at 55 games when Central Bucks West was beaten 13-10 by Cardinal O'Hara in Warrington, Pa. West, which had last lost 7-6 to Central Bucks East on Nov. 24, 1983, failed to tie the Pennsylvania prep record of 56 consecutive victories, set by Braddock High School from 1953 to 1960. BASEBALL SORE SHOULDER BOTHERS GOODEN: Dwight Gooden was scratched as the probable starting pitcher for the Mets today against the first-place Chicago Cubs because of stiffness in his right shoulder. MISCELLANEOUS CO-ED TOURNEY SET: A co-ed Softball tournament will be Saturday and Sunday at Springwater Park.

Entry fee is $70 and a new First-place team members will receive jackets and members of the runner-up team will get T-shirts. More information is available by contacting Ron at 288-9339 or Sean at 282-6405. HOME RUN CLASSIC TOURNEY: The Home Run Derby Classic softball tournament is scheduled this weekend at Tuhey Park for men's Class D-and-under teams. Entry fee is $70 and a new ball. T-shirts will be awarded to players on the top two teams and the player with the most home runs.

More information is available by calling Ed Thompson at Dorothy Ward Burress DUNKIRK, Ind. Dorothy Ward Burress, 71, 621 Lincoln, died Sunday evening in Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, following a brief illness. Born in Shea, Mrs. Burress moved to Dunkirk in 1952. She had been a clerk at Ward's Grocery Store, Millgrove.

She attended Smoky Junction Community School in Shea and was a member of Nick's Creek (Tenn.) Missionary Baptist Church. Her husband, Freeman Burress, died in 1963, and a son, Glen Ray Burress, died in 1977. She was also preceded in death by 16 brothers and sisters. Surviving are two sons, Norman Sherril Burress and Warren Don and 1986, thereby evading more than $40,000 in taxes, according to U.S. Attorney Deborah J.

Daniels. Under the plea agreement, Backmeyer has agreed to pay all taxes, penalties and interest to the Internal Revenue Service. In return for his cooperation, the government has agreed not to bring additional charges against him. In May 1987, a federal grand jury Germany; two daughters, Brenda Moffitt and Mattie McCollough, both of Muncie; a brother, J.W. McCollough, Beech Grove; five sisters, Peggy Phipps, Parker City, Bobbie Sexton, Muncie, Modine Lemons, Elkhart, Siba Brandon and Earlene Ferrell, both of Manchester, five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be in Meeks Mortuary at 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will follow in Elm Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary from 3-9 p.m. Wednesday or prior to services Thursday.

Burress, both of Dunkirk; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Malone Funeral Home. Burial will be in Dunkirk IOOF Cemetery. Visitors may call 7-9 p.m.

today at the funeral home. Memorials may be sent to the American Heart Association. Estella A. Baker PARKER CITY, Ind. Estella Alice Baker, 86, South Main Street, died Monday night in Chrystal's Country Home after a brief illness.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Thornburg Funeral Home. in the Navy. A network of radar schools bearing his name was established throughout the Chicago area to provide an adequate number of operators. After the war, he established Television Associates, a company involved in microwave survey work, which used signals bounced from aircraft to survey and map extensive areas. It contracted with the U.S.

State Department for a communications network through Turkey, Iran, Iraq and Pakistan and survey work in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. The native of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., is survived by a daughter and a son. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Queen of All Saints Church in Michigan City. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va.

Universal News Service and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. In addition to his duties as publisher of the Daily Pilot until 1962, Burroughs served as owner and publisher of the Costa Mesa Globe Herald and Seal Beach Pilot and was president of Sigma Delta Chi, the national journalists' society. In 1981, he was honored as Orange County citizen of the year. More Ditlia TV pioneer dead at age 87 let's Make a Deal' announcer dead at 71 MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (AP) -William Crawford Eddy, who developed television transmission and helped establish Chicago's first TV station, has died at age 87.

Eddy died Saturday at his home following a lengthy illness. Eddy met Philo Farnsworth in 1936 in Philadelphia while the electronics pioneer was beginning experiments in the transmission of television pictures. During a two-year period, the Farnsworth team, including Eddy, developed what is known as the sawtooth scanning television transmission. Eddy later went to work for RCA, -creating special effects and lighting for early telecasting. In 1941, he helped set up the Chicago station WBKB-TV, handling all aspects of the business.

Eddy was a 1926 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and was a submariner during his early career LOS ANGELES (AP) Jay Stewart, the ebullient announcer of the popular television game show "Let's Make a Deal," shot and killed himself at his home. He was 71. Stewart, whose real name was Jay Fix, was pronounced dead at the scene. Stewart was a native of Indianapolis and a graduate of Butler University.

His first job in radio was at WBOW in Terre Haute, Ind. From there he went to Cincinnati's WLW as announcer and emcee. While attending Butler, Stewart earned part of his tuition by playing saxophone in various orchestras. He was president of Sigma Chi fraternity and played in the university band, Butler administrative assistant Kate Healey said. "Let's Make A Deal," with host Monty Hall, was first shown on Continued from page 9 way he does it.

Learning to deal with stress is not something you tell a patient on the last day of a hospital stay and then they make this miraculous change. It takes a lifetime." As it turned out Sunday, Ditka's transformation required just slightly more than three quarters, or about as long as it took the Bears to put their chief Central Division rivals, the Vikings, on ice. Leading by an uncomfortable 10-7 margin since the half, the Bears turned methodically to the ground game on their first drive of the fourth at the Minnesota 46-yard line following an interception. A ferocious blocker as a player, Ditka was the first tight end ever to make it into the Hall of Fame and is never so happy as at that moment when his team is shoving the ball down an opponent's throat. And when Neal Anderson scooted around left end for the final two yards, Ditka celebrated with a Gatorade.

Another interception on the Vikings' next drive, another punishing series of runs, another Anderson touchdown, and another Gatorade for Ditka. Minnesota's next drive didn't even require a run or a Gatorade second-year defensive back Lemuel Stinson returned an interception 29 yards for a 31-7 lead. Ditka simply smiled. And when Mark Green, a per Ex-publisher of newspaper dead at 88 Novelist who explored corruption dies NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (AP) Walter Burroughs, former publisher of the Orange Coast Daily Pilot, died Sunday following a stroke.

He was 88. Born in Bridgewater, S.D., his family moved to Tacoma, when he was a boy. In Tacoma, Burroughs, then 11, printed his own neighborhood newspaper and sold them for a penny each. He worked for the now-defunct AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) Author Berry Fleming, noted for his 1945 novel on political corruption in a Southern town, died Friday.

He was 90. Fleming produced 20 novels, but his most famous was "Colonel Effingham's Raid," published in.