The Independent-News, Volume 98, Number 51, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 25 May 1972 — Page 2

THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS — MAY 25, 1972

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WALKERTON TOWN BOARD Walkerton's town board met <n regular session on Tuesday evening. May 16 in the directors room. David McKesson. Jaycee president, presented to the board an area fund drive for a community swimming pool proposed by the club with the funds to be laised over n period of several years for construction of the pool with a favorable response by the board to the project The Boat I did request that the membvr> be presented an estimate of annual cost and other information from area towns having community swimming pools. The board commented that once such facts are known, they would be in a better position for evaluating overall the proposal. In other business the board approved the appointment of Charles Beasley, bOO’2 Illinois Street to fill the vacancy of the streetsewer department has and will become in effect on June 1. During a discussion of continued reports of a dust nuisance in connection with a commercial fertilizer firm in the 900 block of Harrison Street, the board was informed that its president Carl Dill, arranged an appointment to discuss the matter with one of the co-owners of the firm in an attempt to resolve the problem. The board aproved and gave permission to the committee for a dance to be held in front of the Coffee House, Illinois St., during the festival. Several complaints about youths rtifing bicycles on sidewalks »n the business district were received aflhd the board authorized publidtion of a notice requesting complete cooperation in abolishing this dangerous procedure. The board also heard favorable reports regarding progress by the police department in enforcing the town's junk car ordinance, it was noted that several vehicles B^e still reported as violations. Tire board instructed the police department to file charges unless immediate attention and cooperation are given by owners of those vehicles. 'Board members repeated their announcement that Clyde Pearish, dtrstodian of the municipal landfill. has been given full authority to enforce collection of fees for use of that facility from all non exempt users. Board members said if citizens do not comply, permission to use the landfill can lie refused. The meeting closed in regular form. Mrs. L. Beaty Installed As President Sharing the spotlight on Friday, May Ift, as the Woman's Community Club of Walkerton met for the last meeting of the

Kiddie Day Parade Entry Blink Walkerton, Indiana Summer Festival TH! RSDAY, JINE 1, !97? 6:80 P.M. THEME — Wonderful World Os Fantasy Title Os Entry Name (M Age (a) Address Parent's Name (Line up at Basketball Court at Park at 6:00 p.m.) Categf ries: Single Group Walking Group Float Bicycles Return Entries to: MLL ELKIN Rrcsevelt Roa j and Ohio Street L ? kert on, Indiana 46574

year was the salad bar, the installation of officers and the outgoing president s message to the club. A variety of the thirty salads wa.< featured on the buffet table, the effort of every member present. Individual tables boasted unusual arrangements of lilacs and jonquils. Found at each place was a packet of marigold seeds the gift of Chester Griffin. Mrs. Chester Griffin, president, greeted the group with the reading of a poem. “Miracles of Love.” Mis. Fern Grote gave devotions base d on one cf the late Presidents Dwight Eisenhower’s memorable speeches given before the American Society of Newspaper Editors in 1953 which had been reprinted recently. "The title was "Ike” Warned the World But we Could Not Listen!’’ The efforts of tlie group according to Mrs. George Pfeiffer, chairman of Goodwill, resulted in a total of 75 bags being given to that orginization. Mrs. Pfeiffer also told of a donation by her sister of 193 items of clothing and medical supplies which were presented to the Teegarden Nursing Home. Mis. John Goodpasture, chairman of auditing, said her committee had found the club's book in order. Numerous birthday and other remembrance cards were reported sent throughout the year by Sunshine chairman, Mrs. Roy Newell. Ways and Means chairman, Mrs. William Michalski, reported monies raised by the club through its selling program and card party. Part of this will be used for the Nurse's scholarship and shades for the Comuni ty Building. In an impressive service member Mrs. George Hillis, president; Miss Dorothea Brenner, secretary; Mrs. Howard Ferguson, treasurer; Mrs. Allen Seaholm, press; Mrs. Griffin, Mrs. Frank Helfrich aad Mrs. Clyde Wall, directors. Mrs. John Guttman, vice president was unable to be present. Each officer received a corsage of liUiea-of-the-valley. Mrs. Griffin pinned Mrs. Beaty with the “on going” president's pin which was a gift ot the late George Hillis. She also presented her with a “panic button,” and a large “Smile” pin. Mrs. Beaty reported on the 82 Annual Convention, IFC. which she and Mrs. Hillis had attended recently in Indianapolis. She said that many prizes were awarded the Junior Clubs for outstanding accomplishments. Dr. Tim Turpin, founder of Project Concern was given a check for $6,000 to be used for a mobile medical clinic for that project. Jack Laymon. superintendent of Sangralea Valley Boys Home asked for the continued support of the IFC. Mrs. Wilder Burnside and Mrs. Clyde Chapman were elected to membership. Contributors to the birthday bank were Mrs. Helfrich. Miss Adelaide Millard and

Mrs. Seaholm. The out-going president. Mrs. Grit 1 in, read a newsletter to the group wherein she incorporated all the happenings of the chib for the past two years. The accomplishments were most impressive. As a parting gesture Mrs. Griffin presented several "Goodie Award." Mrs. Ferguson received one for perfect attendance, others receiving outstanding attendance awards were Mrs. Hillis Mrs. Bernice Lichtenberger, Mrs. Newell and Mrs. Seaholm. Reading a poem titled "The Tried and the True," Mrs. Griffin concluded her term as president. The Anniversary Luncheon Party will be held sometime *n June, members will be notified by phone. Mrs. Helfrich and Mrs. Gus Ver kier are in charge of arrangements. When the club next meetn In September it will be in answer to the invitation of Mrs. William Michalski to hold a picnic at her Koontz Lake residence. Hostesses for this meeting were Mrs. Ben Brede, Mrs. Henry Hergenrother and Mrs. J. B. Williams. 4-H BIKE CLUB FORMED The first year for a bike club is being sponsored by the Lincoln Township 4-H Comrades Club. The idea of the project is county wide. The first meeting was on May 20 at the home of Mrs. Ray Chapman at 1:00 p.m. Mrs. Chapman is the leader for the project and Loren Capek is the junior leader. Craig Houser is the reporter. Eight members were present to discuss why they had selected the project and how to reach their goals. Two officers spoke to the group on saftey rules and what to look out for when riding on your bike. The rest of the meeting was held outside to look over everyones bike and to become more familiar with the parts on a bike. The next meeting will be held on May 30 at the Chapman home and they will go to the Harry Malstaffs for a short bike-hike. The time will be from 6 to 8 p.m. OES News Worthy Matron, Mrs. Myron Mullet of Walkerton Chapter 219, Order of the Eastern Star welcomed her chapter with a poem "Ten Commandments for Happiness" Tuesday evening, May 16 at the regular meeting. Following the business part of the meeting a short program was given by Mr. and Mrs. Mullet assited by their officers, honoring mothers. Mrs. Leland Welsh soloist sang “My Mom" as the conductresses pinned apricot satin and net sachet hearts on the ladies present. Mre. Glen Jacob, daughter of the Mullet’s who has served as Worthy Advisor of the Walkerton Assembly, Rainbow for girls, gave the Rainbow’s Rose Lecture. From a large bouquet soothing antiseptic relief for CHAPPED LIPS WIND OR SUNBURNED LIPS —• FEVER BLISTERS, COLD SORES. Inif 3 DOES YOUR HAIR NEED PROFESSIONAL CARE? Call Walkerton Beauty Center 611 Roosevelt Rond 586-3290 OPERATORS Beverly Ruggles Mickey Wolfenbarger Kathy Feiner Karen Haug a27tf

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of red roses she held in her arms Mrs. Jacob presented each lady with a rose. She closed her lecture by placing on the altar red and white roses, in memory of all mothers as Mrs. Welsh sang “Only a Rose." Proteins were Mrs. Clarence Reid and Newton Williams seated in the west for Mr. and Mrs. De Wayne Pavey who were attending Grand Lodge of AF & AM in Indianapolis Mrs. Robert King protemmed in the station of chaplain; Mrs. Edgar Cole, Martha; Mrs. Ida Mae Watkins, Ruth; Alfred Drews, sentinel and Miss Lynn Pickavet, prompter. During the social hour Mrs. Mullet handed out two contests to

Cake Baking Contest June 1 Sponsored By The EETTER HOMES EXTENSION CLUB, WALKERTON Categories: Angej Food, Butter, Chocolate, Box, Miscellaneous Name Add! ess Phone Send Entries To: MRS ALBERT RAY 705 Harrison Street Walkerton, Indiana 46574 Deadline Is Tuesday, May 30, 1972 I One Entry Per Person) Walkerton, Indiana Summer Festival SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 1972 1:00 p.m. Grand Parade Entry Name of Organization or Individual Address Please Specify Type Os Entry Marching Unit Horses Antique Car Banc Float Other ‘ Return Entries To: LARRY TAYLOR, Parade Marshall J'hn Glenn High School Walkerton, Indiana 46574 Telephone (Residence) 586-2042; (Business) 586-3195. WALKERTON SIMMER FESTIVAL CLEAN-UP FIX-UP CONTEST Name Address _ Send entry and pbotogr aph to: MRS. LARRY LOWRY. R. R. 1, Box 41 Walkerton, Indiana 46574 ENTRY RULES: Each residence within city limits and the immediate outlaying areas is eligible to participate in this contest. Each entry must be accompanied by a photograph of the property before improvements have been made. Entries must be submitted by May 20, 1972. Winners will be announced on Thursday, June 1, following the crowning of the Festival Queen. 'I rophies will be awarded to the winners.

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