The Independent-News, Volume 93, Number 43, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 21 March 1968 — Page 8

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WALKERTON TOWN BOARD NEWS Full membership of the Bonn! of Truste< s of Town of Walkerton convened in regular seston. Tues lay Evening. March 19th Minutes of previous session were approved and outstanding claims presented for consideration and inspection and following same w< re authorized payable from n spective funds. Ad« legation of citizents from the West York Addition came before the Board and requested that Board take action to correct unkept condition of several units in the addition. It being cited that the structures were badly deteriorated and hazardous and yanls also badly littered and requested that immediate action be taken to correct this undesirable condition. Following discussion. Attornev DeVere Goheen was instructed to prepare notice to forward to owner of two units that att< ntion be given to correction of reported condition within ten days following receipt of notice or condemnation proceedings are to be instituted by the town. Several other properties Os the addition were also discussed and if following investigations and found to warrant action, additional proceedings will perhaps bi* instituted at further meetings. Discussion was heard in regards to dogs roaming at large in the community with instructions that Police Department enforce ordinance in regards animals running at large. It being noted at this time of year, due to tax assessing time and necessary purchase of dog tags, that an influx of unowned dogs always appear. Consideration was given to possible purchase of a tranquilizer gun for use by the Police Deparment in assisting in their performance of duties in this regards Board was advised of the recent delivery of the new heavy duty line and maintenance truck for the town’s utility department. Bids were authorized to be taken for disposal of the town’s former Kne and maintenance truck. A prospective list of buyers to be provided the town by the firm which recently completed construction of the new line truck in their Cleveland, Ohio plant. Unsatisfactory drainage condition at corner of Tyler and Michigan Street was reported with matter to be investigated and attempt to be made to correct undesirable condiion. Reconsideration was given to proposal to n-nt the town’s lot at corner of U. S. 6 and Illinois Street as has been done during the past several years. Following discussion, a compromise agreement was reached that the town offer the local Chamber of Commerce in keeping with the C. of C. Purpose Program to beautify the community, the use of the lot to create a rest park and plant flowers and shrubbery on same if they so desire, or if the Chamber of Commerce is not inter* ^ted in the proposal that the rental of lot be offered through sealed bids to interested concerns. 1 R. W. I Johnson B Insurance B Morning — Hamlet B Phone 867-2824 Aflernocm B Ko*<itz l^akr MK Phone Walkertnti 588-5280 B tffen immediate ■ , 9gvtf^s on the cost BL Ml of your automobile H insurance! IX for 1 data haa 4/wlaf 11% tn I data 6m <orie| yaatl ■SIL !»% Im I« mwa dam haa

Balance of meeting wan spent in general discussions in regards to traffic enforcement and safety and proposals. Spring Comes Early To Womans Community Club Spring comes early to the members and guests of the Woman s Community Club at then tegular minting on Friday, March 15. wh<n Mrs. Theodore Feece of the Quality Violet Houw. assisted by Zella Tuttle, exhibited hundreds of African Violets and "Their Kissin' Cousin." It might w< 11 be said that an unsightly. bedraggled plant known as an episcia which belonged to Mrs. Feece’s mother, Mrs. Anna Steele, was responsible for the beginning of a now thriving business. It was from t Went y-four leaf cuttings of this plant that five successful plants were obtained and from this small beginning the Feeces' got their start. A few years back however, the couple brought what remained of a "going” African Violet business and from that point on they simply grew and grew until now they are conside red to be one of the largest growers of African Violets in the area. Much experimenting has been done with these plants and even the "small fry" in the family have become engrossed in helping. Most violets according to Mrs. Feece are killed with kindness in that owners overwater them, give them too much sunlight and

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fail to provide sufficient drainage for the plants. With a modicum of attention the individuals will be rewarded with healthy and beautiful plant*. Our speaker said "To little attention is more rewinding than too much." Did you know* that there arc over 500 varieties of African Violets and over 100 varieties of violets known as the Minatures. There are also numerous varities of the "KitMin' Cousin" which are identified as: Columnea. Hypocyrta, Episrin, Streptocarpus and several others. Each of those species has its own beautiful flower and some of the plants are trailers. African violets an named for Indians, dances, ships sayings. nick-names, colors, clothing, birds etc. To name but a few of these we find the Sioux, The Wat use. Clipper, Cheerio, Buster, Frosted Azure, Blue Flounce. Red Caidinal and many, manv others too numerous to mention, .»o < < Most every member could not resist purchasing at least one violet plant and many were seen leaving the club with four or more - each anxious to try her "luck." Preceding this information and interesting presentation by Mrs. Feece. a short business meeting was opened with words of welcome by the chib president, Mrs. Frank Helfrich. The Devotions were given by Mrs. Paul Hartman. During the business meeting Mrs. John Goodpasture of Route 3, Koontz Lake was elected a member of the club. Prior to the business meeting the members and guests enjoyed delicious pies which were pro-

vided by the hostesses Mrs. J.D. Knowlton, Mrs. Bertha Lancaster, Mrs. A. L. Rogers, and Mrs. Milo Slick. The tables caried out the flower theme - there was a streamer of miniature violet plants of many hues and varieties down the center of the large guest table, while a centerpiece of rr.any violets graced the tea table where Mrs. Myrtle Mutchler poured. Walkerton OES The James Verkiers. Matron and Patron of Walkerton Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, hosted a farewell party for their officers of 2fM7-RM. Friday evening. March 15th at the Masonic Temple, The first thing on the agenda was the revealing of secret pals, which did bring to several a real surprise. Mrs. Verkler introduced Mr*. Normalee Rosenbaum of Hanna. Indiana. English teacher at South Central School who is co-sponsor of that school's Oratorical Contest recently conducted. With Mrs. Rosenbaum were three boys and four girls, winners in their school recent contest. Steven King gave an oration "If I were • the Devil:” Kathleen Matuazak's oration entitled "For Better for Worse" opened the program. Two Dramatic readings, "White Licacs" and "What is a Boy” were given by Diana Gamer and Susan Niksch, respectively. Three i humorous readings. "Karate" by i Franklin Egolf; "Kindergarten” < by Larry Gardener and "House- i keeping Hints" rendered by Carl i Lloyd completed a moat exciting. <

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enjoyable and inspirational program. These young people will compvte with Oregon Davis and Rolling Prairie Schools within a few days or on March 20th. Mrs. Verkier who is also a teacher at the South Central School has brought to the Walkerton chapter, Order of the Eastern Star entertainment from her school and which has been most inspiring and entertaining this past year. A buffet supper was enjoyed with punch for the young guests, coffee for other guests. The women guests found cleverly formed hand painted head scarfs at their places at the tables and gifts for the men were Jumbo t andy bars. This party brought to a close a year of pleasant memories and Fraternal affection for the Chapter and its officers. LIBERTY HOMEMAKERS The March meeting of the Liberty Homemakers was held Monday evening in the home of Mrs. Alien Balsley. Mrs. Gary Shields presented a lesson on "Political Parties.” After a time of discussion of the lesson refreshments were served to the 17 members and one guest present. REVIVAL MEETING AT IHUIKIM HOLINESS CHUR<’H The Ihl grim Holiness Church are holding revival meetings each night from now through Sunday evening, with Rev. David Storey and Mrs. Storey, Evangelist and singers. It will do you good, come hear.

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