2A - Thursday, March 15, 2007 The Michigan Daily - michigandaily.com MONDAY: TUESDAY: The Extremist Arbor Anecdotes WEDNESDAY: Before You Were Here Tobacco and good conversation Fred Chase debates politics, sports with campus figures Eighty-five-year-old Fred Chase quit smoking a long time ago. For the past 13 years, though, he has been a fixture at the Maison Edwards tobac- co shop in Nickels Arcade. Despite the proximity to so much nicotine, Chase no longer feels the pull. "I stopped about 15 years before I came in," he said. "It doesn't bother me at all." Yesterday during Chase's shift, customers wandered in, purchased individual cigarettes and sat down to have a smoke and a chat. The walls are lined with black and white photographs of former Michi- gan sports players and a large display of pipes mounted on a board. Owner Chuck Ghawi said people frequent the store to smoke and dis- cuss sports and politics with Chase. "It almost takes on a town hall sort of feel," Ghawi said. Some of the more famous regulars have included actor Jeff Daniels, foot- ball coach Lloyd Carr and football defensive coordinator Ron English. "Sports is what I'm mainly inter- ested in," Chase said. His advice for the upcoming NCAA Tournament is bolder than a robust cigar - University of Pittsburgh will win the championship. "I'm probably in the minority thinking that," he said. When Chase is talking politics, he's just as full of strong opinions. "I guess you'd consider me a liber- al. Livin' in Ann Arbor," he said. "It's a pretty liberal town." Chase, a veteran of World War II, said he opposes the war in Iraq, call- ing it a "big mistake." Likewise, he disapproves of the current economic situation - especially within the auto industry. His beliefs are certainly not inherited from his Republican par- ents. Chase's long talks have helped Maison Edwards attain its status as the foremost vintage tobacco shop in Ann Arbor. In the 1940s, there were at least three other stores like Maison Edwards in Ann Arbor, Chase said. "Back then it seemed like almost everybody smoked," he said. "They didn't think it was a health haz- ard." The atmosphere, however, has remained more or less the same since the shop opened in 1963, he said. People come in to buy cigars for golf outings, weddings and the birth of children, among other occasions. "Just like (then), people come in here - and stay and visit," he said. REBECCA GRAPEVINE - Know a campus character worthy of a profile? E-mail suggestions to news@ michigandaily.com. Fred Chase measures tobacco at Maison Edwards tobacco shop in Nickels Arcade yesterday. Chase, who has been working at the shop for 13 years, quit smoking before he took the job. 4bec1Midiiwn ail 413 E. 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The Michigan Daily is amember of The Associated Press and The Associated Collegiate Press. 4 CRIME NOTES Man urinates near Union WHERE: Michigan Union WHEN: Wednesday at about 2 am. WHAT: A man was cited for urinating in public, the Depart- ment of Public Safety reported. A fine has not been determined. The minimum fine is $50. Driver damages stop sign WHERE: 4200 block of Plymo- outh Road WHEN: Tuesday at about 2:30 p.m. WHAT: A driver ran over a stop sign, DPS reported. A wit- ness saw a vehicle driving away from the scene. Trash can fire unfounded WHERE: Burton Memorial CAMPUS EVENTS & NOTES Stem cell forum Variety show Tower WHEN: Tuesday at about 3:40 p.m. WHAT: A caller reported a small fire in a trash can outside of Burton Tower, DPS reported. When police arrived they found no signs of a fire. Keys stolen from hospital WHERE: University Hospital WHEN: Wednesday at about 1:45 a.m. WHAT: A caller reported their keys stolen, DPI report- ed. The keys were stolen on March 7 between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m Purse stolen WHERE: LSA Building WHEN: Tuesday at about 8a.m. WHAT: A purse containing $35, credit cards and a cell phone was stolen, DPS reported. The purse was left unattended for about 35 minutes. Police have no suspects. WHAT: A lecture and discus- sion on stem cell research. Experts and politicians will talk about the scientific and political controversies sur- rounding the research, a question period will follow. WHO: Student Society for Stem Cell Research WHEN: Today from 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Auditorium A, Angell Hall Lunafest film screening WHAT: A film screening highlighting women's issues. Tickets are $5 for students. Proceeds go to the Breast Cancer Fund. WHO: Coalition for Action Regarding Eating Disorders WHEN: Today from 7to 10 p.m. WHERE: Pendleton Room, Michigan Union WHAT: The St. Patrick's Day Mishmash Bash variety show featuring an improv troupe and Irish dancing. Tickets are $9 a1 the dour. WHO: Circle Kand LSA Stu- dent Government WHEN: Today from 8to 10 p.m. WHERE: Mendelssohn The- atre CORRECTIONS * A story on Tuesday's front page (Group wants to nake 'U' a 'republic')inaccurately implied Students Organizing for Labor Equality was organizing a rally at the Fleming Admin- istration Building tomorrow. The Sweatfree Coalition, a group that includes SOLE, is hosting the rally. *A photo caption on Tues- day's front page (Pillow-Ried) misspelled LSA sophomore Cayden Mak's name. Please report any error in the Daily to corrections@ michigandaily.com. The seventh and final book in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Deadly Hollows," will have the largest first print run in history, The Associated Press report- ed. Scholastic Inc. announced Wednesday it plans to print 12 million copies of the book. WriteranddirectorRobert Shaye graduated from the University in 1960. Shaye created New Line Cinema, the studio behind the Austin Powers trilogy. The Business School recently awarded Shaye the David D. Alger Alumni AchievementAward. ,FOR MORE, SEE THE B-SIDE Country Home magazine ranked Ann Arbor 11th on its list of "Best Green Places." Criteria included mass transit and power use and number of environmentally friendly buildings in the city. a 6 0 0 Get ready for life after Michigan with Real Life 101. This annual series of free, entertaining seminars is designed just for U-M students and will help you get ready for some of the big issues you face as you get ready to graduate. These fun and informative seminars will get you thinking and get you ready! Tuesday, March 13, 6-7:30 p.m. Insurance 101 "What You Don't Know Can Hurt You" Health insurance, life insurance, auto insurance, renters insurance, home owners insurance, flood insurance....what does it all mean and what does it have to do with you? In this lively session, facilitated by the professionals at Liberty Mutual, get the lowdown you need. Monday, March 19, 6-7:30 p.m. Investing 101 "Best Practices for Beginning Investing" Who doesn't want to retire at 40? While we can't make any promises, we can provide you with sound advice on ways you can invest your earnings as you start out in your professional life. This "must see" session will be led by our friends at LaSalle Bank. Tuesday, March 27, 6-7:30 p.m. Money Management 101 "Getting the Most Out of What You've Got" Money may not buy happiness, but it sure can make life easier. In this information-crammed session, learn how you can make the most of your limited resources while avoiding the pitfalls that doom a lot of new grads. These FREE sessions are at the Alumni Center and include FREE pizza and pop. Plus, one student at each session will win a $50 Visa gift card. LaSalle Bank ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ABN AMRO UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN I a 4 SHOW YOUR STUDENT I.D. AND PAY ONLY $19.95 - THAT'S $5 OFF! I a A