The Independent-News, Volume 91, Number 46, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 21 April 1966 — Page 1

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Juniors Present Comedy Friday In Walkerton Friday, April 22, the Junior class of Walkerton will present Joan Kerr’s “Jennie Kissed Me,” a three-act comedy, at 8:00 p.m. in the gymnasium. After three weeks of rehearsate. the leading otter-man's part had tn toe taken over by Bob Laing, due to Ken Murphy’s family doctor’s ordere. In addition to the play cast, the following committees have volunteered for duties: Stage Crew, directed by John Bingaman — Mike Pearish, Rosa Divine. Fred Church, Tom KerChart, Jerry Wilson, Don Stepro, Joe Spinsky, David Dutcher, Les Cable, Bob Lung. Bill Holland. Posters, Jerry Sheaks. Jerry Wilson, Alan Schmeltz, Diana Doll, Marilyn Lute, Terry Stull, Larry KHnedinst, Connie Knew 3ton Cheryl Mattocks, Jeanne Rhodes. Tickets, Jennie Safar, Linda Betz, Collette Weller, Elaine Knowlton. pfatoera, Pam Dyer, Mike Pearish, Jim Holland. Make-Up, Marilyn Lute. Wanda Awald, Sue Skinner, Ardene Downey, Terry Stull, Donna Stephenson. Linda Keck. Student Co-Ordinator A Props, Linda Bota Living Memorial For Mrs. Dailey Given To School On Tuesday. April 5. the Price Nur ery of Plymouth planted two trees on the Elementary School lawn. These trees were purchased with donations by the faculty, children and other personnel of the school as a memorial to Mm. Genevieve Dailey, science teach--og, who passed away on Feb 25. It Is hopd these trees, a Crimson King Maple and a Washington Hawthorn, will stand for many years as a living memorial to the one who served so faithSully and well the children of the Walkerton School.

Coltunbian Squires Install Officers

drncc^^^thenevTy formed Columbian Squires Circle wm installed recently at the Knights of '! Columbus Hall, St. Patricks Council 5709, Walkerton. The new officers are: left to right, Robert Kerhove, notary: Joseph Szady, Deputy Chief Squire: DeSimone; Robert Kostin, Bursar; Robert Futa, Sentry. Absent when the picture was taken was Jerry Patnaude. marshal. The ceremony was conducted by officers of St. Patricks Council and was led by George Kostin, Chancellor of the council.

North Liberty OES Mm. Donald Kuber, worthy matron, and Elmer Hunt, worthy patron, presided recently when the North Liberty chapter 290, OES, held its first meeting of the new term. The group was welcomed by the worthy matron and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Downturn. worthy rmtrun and patron; Mrs. Chester Bu<aie, associate matron and Mr. Bnue chaplain of the South Bend Vdiev chapter were introduced, it vT: a.s nd matrons and patrons. Mrs. Kuber appointed the following committees; proficiency, Mrs. Travb Jones Sr., Mr. ano Mrs. James Wolfe; auditing, Mrs. William Bowers, Mrs. Dale Trobaugh and Arden Howell; relief. Mrs. Kuber. Mr. Hunt and Mn. William Snyder; sickness and uistress, Miu Hunt, Mrs. Harold Fisher, and Mrs. William Baumnn; flowers, Mrs. Bauman. Mrs. Paul Wa-olek and Mrs. Fisher; examining, Mrs. R. O. Franklin. Mrs. Harry Brodzinski and Harold Fisher. Also, by-laws. Mm. Jerry Nelson, Mrs. Cecil Wetoer and Mrs Dola Hocker; program, Mrs. Ralph Kaiser; publicity. Mrs. Leslie Foreman; decorations, Mrs. Ralph Homer. and Mrs. Hiram Rupel; librarian. Mrs. Dewey Thomas; welfare, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Doan and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Lichtenberger; auction, Mrs. Snyder and Mr. Hunt, and bazaar, Mrs. Kaser. Those appointed to neip utith the auction, to be neld June 18. are Mrs. Hunt, Mrs. Doan and Mite. Charles Bare, rummage; Mrs. Kent Pahmer, Mrs. John BeHinger and Mm. Hillis Platz, food, and Mirs. Foreman. Mrs. Rupel and Mrs. Howard Alward, publicity. Following the business session, Ralph Kaser, past patron, and Mrs. Emeat KBetn, past matron, were eacorted to the east where Mite. Klein presided while Mr. Kaser gave the obligation to offleers and members. Mm. DuWayne Burch, aeaotnpanied at the organ by her uncle, Charles Bare, sang ‘The Prayer-Perfect.” Al noria! hour followed.

Sponsored by St. Pat leks Coijncil, K. of C.. the purpose of the •circle i* to aid tn the development of leadership among the youth. They will be working in spiritual, civic, cultural, social and physical activities. They have chosen John F. Kennedy as the name of their circle and will be nicknamed the "Jacks” Meetings will be held at 7:30 pm. on the second and fourth Monday of each month. James Lynch, tho councils youth activities chairman. util serve as leader of the group

WALKERTON. INDIANA APRIL 21, 1966

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Norton - Whiteman Baskets of mixed gladioli and palms decorated the Michigan Street Building of the United Methodist Church in Walkerton for the wedding Friday at 8 p m. of Miss Maxine Fay Norton and Thomas Howland Whiteman. Rev. David Eiler officiated at the double ring ceremony. A street-length dress of ivory' lace over taffeta, fashioned with long sleeves and accented with satin binding, was chosen by the bride A crown of pearls and crystals held her veil, and she carried lilies of the valley and ivy on a white Bible. The bride, given in marriage by her father, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest G. Norton, route 2. Walkerton. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. James Whiteman. Plymouth. Preceding the bride to the altar was Mrs. W. Michael Smith. Gary, matron of honor. She uhne a waltz-length drees of aqua sheer and taffeta designed wltn * scoop neckline. elbow-leng*'? sleeves and an Empire bodice. A triple obi bow added back interest. She wore a match ng headpiece of petals trinmed with pearls and ter flowers uhre aqua-tipped white carnations. Richard Whiteman. Plymouth, was the best man. Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church social room. The couple will be at home after April 22 at 203'2 E. Jefferson St., Plymouth. The bride, a graduate of Tyner High School, attended the South Bend College of Commerce and is enjoyed by the Frances Shop A graduate of La.Pnz High School, the bridegroom served tvb years in the Army and is now’ employed by the Truck. Equipment and Service Corp., South Bend. CLUB MEETS SATURDAY The North IJberty Township Civic and Democratic Club is holding a meeting April 27 at 8:30 pm. in the North Liberty Community Building to which the public is invited to meet some of the Democratic candidates. STAR CLUB TO MEET The Star Neighborhood Home Demonstration Club will meet in the home of Virginia BaLsbaugh April 28th at 7:30 p.m

EIGHTH GRADERS TO SELL HOME PRODUVI’S North Liberty Bth graders are planning a trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago May 7<h. To make this trip possible for ah students, they will sell quality home products to raise funds. Sato starts April 21. SPAGHETTI SUPPER United Methodist Youth Fellowship is having a Spaghetti Supper Wednesday, April 27, at the Illinois Street Building. Serving will be 5 to 7:30, donation >I.OO. ’ " "M"" RUMMAGE SALE The Samaritan Class of the First Brettwen Church is having a rummage sale April 30 at Hovel's Insurance Office.

— Flags To Two Schools ~ U Mb' By II

The two elementary schools in Walkerton have received Indiana State Flags in commemoration of the 150th birthday of the State of Indiana this week as opening ceremonies of the Sesquicentennial were staged all over the state Presentation was matte by the American Legton and the Auxiliary with Mrs Robert Wardn an of the Auxiliary in charge of arrangements. Robert Wardman, representing Conmander John Grove who was not present, and Mrs. Harry Malstaff. president of the Auxiliary, presented the flags to the tub schools in two sep-

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PLJ Board Fills Six Teaching Positions The Board of Education signed contracts for six teaching positions for the 1966-67 school year. Mrs. Eva Berkshire of Tyner was signed as an elementary teacher; Mrs. Alice VanWanzeele of Walkerton vfill teach kindergarten; and Thomaj Gourley, * 1966 graduate of Ball State University. will teach and coach in junior high. Mrs. Patricia Kollias will teach elementary; Louis Kollias will coach football and teach PE. at John Glenrt High School, and Roger Beeler will teach art and coach basketball for Glenn High. The board contracted Mrs. Nancy Ifiyhuff as a school secretary. Permission was granted to the VFW to use the Wa'kerton gym for a wrestling match April 30 and approved Tyner FFA trip to Detroit April 29-31. To desks to be used for audiovisual work in the library will be purchased. The Board will have a special meeting to di cuss teacher'a salary schedule for next year. PLJ Board Approves Phase One Plans The Polk - Lincoln - Johnsen Boa nl of School Trustees and School Building Corporation approved the preliminary drawings for the new} John Glerhu.Senior High School Tuesday night. Their approval of the design and arrangement of classrooms permits the architects to proceed with the second pha e of the plans, developing departments and individual instructional areas within the school building. Dr. Arnold Dunfee of Polk Township, has been named to the School Buikiing Corporation to replace Melvin Bowen who resigned. due to moving away from the area for prose sional advancement. George Parks has been elected treasurer, replacing Mr. Bowen.

arate ceremonies. Sister Mary Raphael, principal of St. Patricks, and Jacob Hartman. principal of Walkerton Elementary received the beautiful silk flags for their respective schools. Mrs Wardn an explained the meaning of the flag and how it originated as it was displayed by Mrs Malstaff and Mr. Wardman. In the opening ceremonies, Mrs. Eihvard Klopfenstein played the piano as the school ch Uhm sang the National Anthem and Mrs. Wardman led the pledge to the flag.