The Independent-News, Volume 116, Number 40, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 28 February 1991 — Page 13

■in Mr. and Mrs. Mitchel Haloski, Grovertown, announce the engagement of their daughter, Michele Lynn to Alfred Louderback, Jr. Al is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred louderback. Sr., of Walkerton. The couple has set a June 29th wedding date at the Holy Cross Church, in Hamlet. The future bride is a 1980 graduate of Oregon-Davis High School. She is employed at Knox Fertilizer Co., Knox. The future groom is a 1979 graduate of John Glenn High School. He is employed at Viking Fire Protection, in South Bend. WALKERTON Mr. Rex Masterman, of Plano, Texas, spent Friday till Monday with Vi and Richard Masterman. Also Rex's grandson, Treavor Masterman, spent Saturday and Sunday with them. Sunday evening dinner guests were Mr. and Mrs. Brett Masterman and son. Mr. Bob Urbin and Virginia Guttman spent Sunday afternoon with their mother, Mrs. Bertha Urbin, who is a resident of Medco Nursing Home, in Elkhart. Miss Tammie Masterman, of Valparaiso, spent Friday evening with Vi and Richard Masterman. Rev. Richard Reynolds and wife, Nancy, are now living in North Liberty. WALKERTON C. OF C. BOARD NEWS The regular monthly meeting of the Walkerton Chamber of Commerce board of directors was held Feb. 13 at noon at Lea's Restaurant. Those present were: Leo Savoie, Jr., Rene Williams, Roman Brehm, Jo Hershberger, Christy Cark, Kenny Chapman, and John McGee. Also present were Jo Ann Pulliam, editor of the Walkerton Shopper, Connie Medich, executive secretary of the Chamber, Joe Hunting, chairman of the Retail Merchants Committee, and David Behr, executive director of the

The tradition of yesterday today wedding STATIONERY "BL To make all your dreams !■ come true ( 9 * INVITATIONS ★ ANNOUNCEMENTS * NAPKINS * DECORATIONS ♦ ETC. If \ * ' ‘ 1 II11. •.,.. 1.,,,,,,,,m At ’ " " Independent-News Co. 601 Roosevelt Road Walkerton Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a m - 5:00 p m

Walkerton Industrial Fund, Inc. The meeting was called to order by president Leo Savoie, Jr. at 12:20 p.m, and a quorum was declared present. The president asked for opening remarks from those present. Connie Medich informed the board that calls to the office inquiring as to what the Chamer was doing on various issues and activities were being received. She thought this was the result of the recently mailed membership drive letter. She also passed on a request from Sue Louzon for Chamber support in organizing a "march” from downtown to the high school in support of our military in the Gulf conflict. After discussion, a motion was made by Kenny Chapman, seconded by John McGee, and passed unanimously, that the Chamber become a co-sponsor of such a "march.” Connie also informed the board that there was a scroll supporting the troops in the Chamber office that may be signed by everyone interested. The scroll is to be forwarded to the troops in the Gulf theater of operations. The minutes of the Janurary regular monthly meeting of the board of directors were read by secretary Roman Brehm. They were approved as read. The minutes of the special meeting of the board of directors held Jan. 17 were read. They too, were approved as read. Christy Gark gave the treasurer's report. She reported as of 2/8/91, the following balances: checking $4259.00. map account $103.50. Some additional dues had been received and were not a part of this report. She also reported an answering letter had been forwarded to the IRS in response to a letter of inquiry received from the IRS. President Savoie reported inquiries already were being received concerning the Great Pumpkin Festival. Consideration is being given to "tighter” scheduling of events and shortening the Festival to a Friday afternoon and evening and all day Saturday event. He stated the tractor pull event is already scheduled. Much additional work is yet to be done by the festival committee. Christy Clark, membership chairperson, reported 41 paid-up members as of this date. Three of these were new members and there are 13 former members who have not yet paid their dues for 1991. A thank you letter to new and old members who have paid is to be sent. A follow up letter and personal calls are to be sent and mede to the former unpaid members. She stated the various comments received via letter and telephone are to be forwarded to the public relations committee for evaluation, analyzation, and use in their approach to new and old prospective members. Additional discussion followed as how best to gain from this feed-back. David Behr, economic develop-

ment chairman, discussed TV advertising opportunities and bids received from chanels 16 and 22. as well as from Heritage Cablevision, for spot commercials promoting the Walkerton Area. Channel 16 would provide thirty 60 second spots spread through the spectrum of broadcast time for one week for $3,000. Chanel 22 would provide fifty 60 second spots covering the broadcast time for 3 weeks for $2445. The Cable Co. would charge $1056 for 96-60 second spots, but this would be in areas outside the Walkerton cable area. The board is to investigate this marketing possibility. Mr. Behr reported sales of the Walkerton area wall map exceedingexpectations, requiring another printing which is on hand. More than 80 maps have been sold to date. He also informed the board that the smaller folding Walkerton area map with detail maps of North Liberty and Walkerton on the reverse side as well as advertising space, is in process and should be available by summer. President Savoie asked the board members to be ready at the regular March meeting to set a date and place for a general membership meeting. He stated that the '9l budget and goals were almost complete and should be ready for approval at the March meeting. Following the advice of legal counsel, Mr. Savoie had sought information of a liability and workmens compensation insurance policy, such policy to cover those working for the Chamber. The most favorable policy he indicated was one from Johnson Ins. Agency, who would waive their usual fee of SIOO. The annual premium would be SB7O-100 or $770. The initial premium would be $335, and then six months later $435. The board directed that the policy be obtained. Mr. Savoie asked for a discussion on the possibility of the Chamber buying the vacant lot, (the lot between the Depot Pub & Pre ferred Auto Store) to be used as a parking lot. The board is to evaluate the pssibilities and discuss at its next regular meeting. Mrs. Jo Hershberger, public relation chairperson and board representative of the Retail Merchants Committee read a prepared commentary on the recent editorial appearing in the Walkerton Independent News. Roman Brehm, secretary, also presented a commentary. A discussion followed, with all present contributing. Following the discussion, Roman Brehm made a motion to forward a letter to the editor of The Walkerton Independent News composed by president Savoie and approved by all board members. Jo Hershberger seconded the motion and motion carried unanimously. President Savoie reported the fence was installed across the vacant lot downtown. He also informed the board that Ameritech and United Telephone have provided an advertising space free of charge in their new Plymouth and South Bend yellow page directories. He thanked the companies on behalf of the Chamber for their generous contribution toward publicizing Walkerton and its business community. Meeting adjourned at 2:35 p.m. UNITED METHODIST WOMEN MEET The United Methodist Women held their general meeting Feb. 21 at the church. Our president, Mrs. Jim Seiders, greeted all and led us in our purpose. Devotions were given by Mrs. Walter Smith. She had us sing "For the Beauty of the Earth.” She read scripture from Genesis 1:27 and Psalms 24. She closed with the poem, "God Gave Man the Earth to Love and Not Destroy,” and then a prayer. Prayer request were for Manan Chapman, the Harold Knowlton family, Don, a young man waiting for a liver transplant, Carlene Hochstetler’s grandmother. Rev.

FEBRUARY 28, 1991 - THE INDEPENDENT NEWS -

Reynolds. Ted Hostetler. Leon McKesson, Justin Newland, Amil Schultz, Jim Verkier, Anna Anderson's dauehter. Isel McCombs, Ethel Bierly (who is a resident in Pilgrim Manor in Plymouth), Helen Wright, (who is a resident of Miller's Merry Manor), and pray for all the men and women serving in Saudi Arabia. We want to thank all who furnished food and worked at our after church dinner. Also for those who stayed and enjoyed their meal with us. Our new circle held their first meeting on Feb. 12. They were inspired by the interest of all and will hold their next meeting at Mrs. Quinn Hochsteter’s home. March 12, at 7:30 p.m. They invite anyone who would like to be a part of this new group, no age limit, to come to the next meeting. Reservations are to be in by Thursday, Feb. 28 to go to LaPorte United Methodist Church. They have invited us to their program on our Redbird Mission. A luncheon begins at 1:00 p.m., fast time. The cost is $2.00. Call Mrs. Seiders or Mrs. Robert Flaugher. Other invitations we have received are from our Lucile Raines Home, in Indianapolis. An open house will be held March 18 from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the home. Also our World Federation of United Methodist Women will be held March 9 in South Bend from 9:00 to 11:30 a m. Registration fee is $5.00. Call if you would like to go to any of these special meetings. Mrs. Fred Bullinger has some new books for us to read for reading points. Please call her. Program chairman, Mrs. Richard Anderson, Jr., presented "The Rural Crisis: Everybody’s Crisis.” As a farmer’s wife, she helped us to understand the role of the woman on the farm and how the farm crisis involves everyone. She closed with a reading "Winter Fun in the Meadow” which brought back memories of winter fun on the farm. The last thought for all of us was enjoy the beauty of God’s Earth. Ruth Circle served delicious refreshments.

PROFESSIONAL COMPUTER CENTER 109 W Center St., Suite C North Liberty 656-8600 Sales • Service • Software • Supplies Seminars • Consulting TANGLES HAIR & TANNING SALON 100 N. Main 656-3636 North Liberty Come In And Get A Total Make Over For Easter! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE UNIQUE JEWELRY & T-SHIRT LINE “BEAUTY CONTROL” MAKE UP LINE r"”TANGLES"”; I HAIR & TANNING I SALON h 5 5.00 OFF §• 10. c J ■ 0 -15 Tanning Sessions (or more) § | 0 — Color Analysis 2 g — Make Overs | - Regular and Special Perms I I — Highlights EXPIRES MARCH 31 1991

SERVICE NOTES Army and Air Force Hometown News — Airman James A. Sult has completed the munitions systems specialist course at Lowry Air Force Base, Denver. Students were taught to inspect, assemble, and dispose of guided and unguided non-nuclear munitions. Included in the training were transportation and handling equipment, safety, and storage. He is the son on Constance L Sult of Rural Route 3. Walkerton, and Dennis A Sult of Rural Route 1, Grovertown. His wife. Stacey, is the daughter of Keith Maher of Hammond, and Cindy Montgomery of Rural Route 1, Knox. The airman is a 1990 graduate of Oregon-Davis High School, Grovertown. Army and Air Force Hometown News—Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Ann J. Carchietta, an information management technician, has graduated from the Air National Guard leadership school at McGhee Tyson Air Force Base. Knoxville, Tenn. The sergeant studied techniques of leadership, management, and supervision. Carchietta is the daughter of Thomas L. and Geraldine E Chamberlin of 104 N. Washington St., North Liberty. She is a 1981 graduate of North Liberty High School. 4-H AMATEUR RADIO PROGRAM SET St. Joseph County will be offer ing an Amateur Radio 4-H project in 1991. Training sessions will run for nine consecutive Tuesdays, beginning March 5 and ending April 30. Sessions will be held in the meeting room of the Farm Bureau Insurance Building located at 60455 U.S. 31 South in South Bend. All programs will run from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. If anyone has any questions or would like more information, please call the St. Joseph County Extension Office at 284-9604 or project leader Gene Mvers at 291-0672. 55 Saves Lives

13