Syracuse-Wawasee Journal, Volume 38, Number 6, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, 20 November 1942 — Page 1

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Syracuse-Wawasee Journal

VOLUME XXXVHI NO. 6.

Dr. W. C. Landis Will Locate Here „ Dr. W. C. Landis, of Elkhart, will move his equipment here about Dec. Ist, in the rooms vacated by Dr. Fred O. Clark in the Pickwick building, and will open his office for general practice as soon as possible. Dr. Landis is a man of about 50 years of age. He has been practicing in Elkhart for 20 years and is one of that city’s most respected physicians. For many years, Dr. Lan’dis has been coming to Lake Wawasee for vacation and week-end trips and is well known to many of our citizens. Dr. Landis is married, and he and Mrs. Landis will move here very soon. Syracuse citizens will extend them a hearty welcome. DEATH OF JAMES A. HIRE James A. Hire, 83, passed away at his home at Stroh, Ind., near Kendallville, Nov. 16, 1942, after an illness of several months. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 1 p.m., from the Richfield Methodist church, near Ligonier. Burial was in the Hire cemetery, near the church. Surviving are the wife, Henrietta, and one daughter, Mrs. John Mench, Syracuse, and two sons, Marion and Ray at home. lit JAP PLANES SHOT DOWN DURING PAST WEEK One hundred and fourteen Jap planes were shot down by U. S, forces during the week ending on Nov. 13. The grand,total to date is 3,192. WAWASAEEART GALLERY New' Member Board of Governors The management Is very happy to have Mrs. Edxyinj N. Johnson, of Chicago, and Mr. and Mrs. Ward G. Biddle, of Bloomington, Ind., as members of the Board of Governors. Mrs. Johnson is president of the All-Illinois Society of the Fine Arts, Inc. She was a member of the jury for the Gallery’s 1942 exhibition. Mr. Biddle, vice-president and treasurer of Indiana University, was guest of honor at the ArtistPatron luncheon held last June jn the Pickwick restaurant. At that time, he expressed the good wishes of Mr. Welles, president of the university. Indiana University has bought several paintings from the Gallery for its permanent collection. Mr. Biddle has done much to help keep the cultural standard of the university so high. Board of Governors The following comprise the list of the Board of Governors of the Gallery: Eleanor Jew.ett, Chicago Tribune; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Penn, Lake Wawasee; Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Spurgeon, Muncie, Ind.; Mr. W. E. Long, Chicago; Mr. Mark C. Honeywell, Wabash; Mr. Frank I. Remy, Indianapolis; Mr. Mark Monteith, Elkhart; Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Stendahl, Valparaiso; Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Kennison, Goshen; Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Steffen, Indianapolis; Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Cox, Syracuse; Mr. and ? Mrs. Orrin Klink, Bloomington; Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Vatet, Muncie; Mr, and Mrs. Ward G. Biddle, Bloomington; Mrs. Edwin M. Johnson, Chicago. Advisory Board The following named persons will be of great help in an advisory capacity. They have been selected from exhibiting artists and patrons, and will be changed each year, at least in-so-far as the artist group is concerned. Mr. John H. Seamori, Chicago; Mr. W. E. Long, Chicago; Mrs. Albert Penn, Lake Wawasee; Mrs. Eugene Vatet, Muncie; Mrs. Wiley Spurgeon, Muncie; Mrs. Orrin Klink, Bloomington, have been selected from the patron list. Rudolph F, Ingerle, Chicago;; Myrtle Wittchen, Hammond; O. O. Haag, Hammond; Allee Gerard, Warsaw; Aileen Sannella, Lake Wawasee; Stanley S. Sessler, Notre Dame; Ginevra J. Lavengood, South Bend; Wm. A. Eyden, Indianapolis, will represent the artists. New Cash Award A cash award for popular vote has been arranged for the 1943 .Juried Salon, to augment the many prizes to be awarded artists in the coming exhibition.

FILE ACTION TO SET ASIDE WILL Action to set aside the will of David B. Cunningham, which bequeathed his entire estate of more than SIOO,OOO to the Misses Grace and Elizabeth Rockwell, of Goshen and Lake Wawasee, was instituted Wednesday in Kosciusko circuit by Elmer L. Hamman, North Webster, a former employe of Mr. Cunningham. The complaint alleges that Cunningham was a person of unsound mind at the time the will was executed, Mr. Cunningham was 76 years of age when he passed away, and the will was executed six days prior to his death. The petition asks the court to make “further and proper relief” as regards the estate. Wednesd’y Afternoon Club Almost one hundred percent attendance of club members and a guest, Mrs. Dorothy K. Harris, assembled at the home of Mrs. Lucy Miles the afternoon of Nov. 18 to enjoy the regular meeting and program of the Wednesday Afternoon Club. With spring-like weather and Thanksgiving only a week away, your writer was reminded of the following quotation: “For this new morning with its light; For rest and shelter of the night; For health and food, for love and friends; For every thing His goodness sends, We thank the Heavenly Father.” - Adjourning the business session Mrs. Alice Clark, vice-president, opened the program with a timely group of songs. She accompanied herself and rendered her selections in hex' usual charming manner. Following the music, Mrs. Clark introduced Mrs. Esther Stoelting, who gave a book review on one of Lloyd Douglas’ masterpieces “The Robe.” To condense a book of such Intensity and discriptive power of the author certainly shows that the reviewer has a fondness for good fiction and proves her master of the art. Interpreting different characters of the book and giving full discription of the story of Jesus, one was stimulated with interest and desire to absorb every word. At all times Mrs. Stoelting had a complete confidence and presented this wonderful book with poise and clarity of voice. It surely was a highlight of the clubs programe. The next meeting will be held Dec. 2nd at the home of Mrs. John Pettit. Plans will be completed for the annual rummage sale, to be held Dec. sth. Must Register For Gasoline All owners of passenger r tomobiles in Indiana and other midwestern states are registering this week, prior to gasoline rationing. Turkey Creek township automobile owners are registering at the Syracuse high school building.'-On Wednesday night all those whose last names began with either the letter “A” to “N” inclusive were to register. Thursday night, those from “N” on are to register. On Friday,, from 9 to 12, and from 1 to 5, those who failed to register either Wednesday or Friday night will be taken care of. WEAVER-BURTSFIELD NUPTIALS Miss Maxine Weaver, daughter of Mrs. Larry Messner, of Nappanee, and Jacob Burtsfield, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Burtsfield, of Ogden Island, Lake Wawasee, were united in marriage Thursday, Nov. 12, 1942, at the United Brethren parsonage in Plymouth, at 3 o’clock. The Rev. Sickafoose officiated. The couple were attended by the groom’s mother and the bride’s parents. Miss Weaver graduated from the Nappanee high school an< i Mr. Burtsfield from New Paris high school, and is now employed at the Bachman grocery, ..Syracuse. He goes to Toledo for final examination prior to induction into the U. S. Army Saturday. They are residing at the home of the groom for the present.

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SYRACUSE, INDIANA, FRIDAY, NOV. 20, 1942.

Milford Hands Jackets A Defeat The Yellow Jackets were handed their first defeat of the season in the closest and hardest fought game so far this year. This losing was administered by the Milford Trojans who staged a fourth period come-back to take the locals 38-36; The Gold and Blue, minus the services of Jack Carr, who was under the “quilts” as a result of tonsilitis acquired on a hunting trip last week, and Eugene Gordon, who was obliged to warm the bench last Friday, were unable to cope with the Trojan's sharp shooting and dropped by the The Syracuse Reserves chalked up their third win in three starts by trouncing the Milford seconds, 19 to 16. The first quarter demonstrated the excellent marksmanship of both teams, for a total of six long shots sizzled the cords, four for the locals and two for the Trojans. Syracuse led at the quarter 11 to 7. The locals strengthened their lead during the second and third quarters, behind the accuracy of Kistler and Bauer who racked up 13 points between them. Stieglitz, Meek, Kroh and Slabaugh also aided in giring the Jackets a comfortable gain of 8 points. The score read 34-26 in favor of Syracuse at end of the third quarter. However, the Trojans are noted for their last quarter rallies and certainly lived up to their tradition in this game. The Blue and White successfully started pumping in buckets and behind the leadersbip of Tom, left handed Trojan marksman, quickly closed up the gap between theV two teams. With less than four minutes to play Wojferman, who played the entire game despite a chipped elbow bone, tipped in an inaccurate long try to lead the locals 36-34. The Jackets without Slabaugh and Kistler, who fouled out early in the 4th quarter, broke up a stall and tied the score with a tip-in by Robinson. Less than a minute to play and Tom sank a push shot from the corner to 38. Desperately the locals tried to knot the score by taking two free throws out of bounds, but in vain. Final score 38-36. Tom was high for the Trojans With 12 points and Kistler for Syracuse with 9. « Second Teain Game The “Ponies” overcame a halftime 11-7 lead by the Milford reserves and pulled three points out in front at the final gun. This recovery was due to the accurate eye of Lowell Poyser who paced the “B’s” with four long shots. A tip-in by Traster and four charity tosses gave the locals 19, and won the game. ENTERTAINS WITH BRIDGE Mrs. Kenneth Harkless entertained guests at her Lake Wawasee home last Friday evening, at bridge. Lieut. Christine Rapp, here on 10-day leave, was honor guest. High scoring honors went to Mrs. Walter Kegg and Mrs. Ralph E. Thornburg. Miss Florence Foster received consolation prize. Lieut. Rapp was presented a gift by the hostess. A delightful dessert course was served at the conclusion of the games. Lieut. Rapp answered many questions concerning the activities of the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps. This was also one of the first parties held in the new home of Mr. and Mrs. Harkless. The entire home from basement to attic carries through a nautical motif, and it is one of the loveliest and most attractive homes constructed here in recent years. Nothing remains undone in its individuality, uniqueness and “home” spirit. And, too, Mr. and Mrs. Harkless both give guests that “feel-at-home” spirit. The affair was a huge success, Mrs. B. F. Hoy and her sister, Mrs. Mayme Petry, of Peru, Ind., returned here this week from a few days visit with Mr. and Mrs. John Adrian and family at Lorain, Ohio. Mrs. Petry will spend the winter here with Mrs. Hoy.

life, NEWS FROM Jr; boys in jSI service Richard Beck, stationed at Douglas, Ariz., promoted to rank of Technical Sergeant instead of Staff Sergeant as stated in last week’s paper. Corp. M. L. Darr is here spending a 12-day furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Darr. He is stationed at Camp Pickett, Virginia. Pvt. Frederick E. Mick has been transferred from Fort Worden, Wash., to Seattle. His folks haven’t heard from him for several weeks, leading them to suspect he is on the ocean. Auttls Mitchell, a recent enlistee, is at Ft. Riley, Kahsas. Robert Searfoss, Shepperd Field, Texas, has been promoted to rank of corporal. Harry Coy, stationed at Fort Knox, has a change of address but still at same camp. He spent last week-end here. Fireman Ist class Wm. Wood, son-in-law of Mr. and .Mrs. J. M. Sargent, is in U. S. Coast Guard, Keokuk, lowa. Mr. and Mrs. Sargent and Mrs. Wood and daughter are there, also. Pvt. Walter Nyce is stationed at Camp White, Oregon. Francis M. Kettering, stationed at Camp Perry, 0., has been advanced to rank of corporal. Pvt. Ray Buhrt, who left here only a few weeks ago, writes us from Seattle/Wash.: I am receiving the paper O.K. and want to thank you for it. We leave soon for Ft. Lawton or Ft, Lewis. We have been packed since Thursday. I haven’t had much to do since, only practice putting Tommy guns together. Work is very interesting. Corp. Roy Miller, Jr., writes from Camp White, Oregon: A few lines to let you know I am receiving The Journal and thank you for same, It sure helps to relieve your mind of what happens back home. The weather here is backwards as to what it is at home. No grass here in the summer; it is nice and green though in the winter, that is, what little grass we have. We’re located in center of the Great Agaite Desert. The army is swell and there’s no rationing. You can eat all you want and practically whatever you want. Thanks again for the paper, and thanks to those who write—letters help a lot. Pvt. Orland C. Strieby has completed his basic training at Fort McClelland, Ala., and is being retained there at present to assist in the instruction of new selectees. He will enter Officers Training School Nov. 25 th. Pvt. Edward L. Amsden is now stationed at Camp Hood, Texas. Pvt. John Brumbaugh, Camp Young, Calif., was here the past week visiting his wife at the home of her mother, Mrs. Maud DeVault. C. C. Bachman received a notice this week from the government that his son, Charles Bachman, Jr., had arrived safely at an overseas base. Sgt. Bachman is a member of the air force, and left from a west coast base. MOBILE DENTAL UNIT IN COUNTY FIRST OF YEAR Practical demonstrations of dental health, particularly of children, will be given citizens of Kosciusko county when the mobile dental unit of the Indiana State Board of Health arrives in the county Jan. Ist for a 6-months stay. Coming at the invitation of the dentists of Kosciusko county, the unit will visit all sections of the county and give demonstrations of the care of the teeth. It consists of a trailer which houses a complete dental office. CHICKEN SUPPER Creamed chicken and biscuit supper; also bazaar. At Solomon Creek church, Friday evening, Nov. 20, from 5:30 to 7:30. JUNIOR MOTHERS’ CLUB The Junior Mothers Club met Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Harry Shulta. Mrs. Vern Brinkman gave an interesting talk on “Home Play.” Delightful refreshments were served by the hostess and assisting hosteses, Mrs. Ralph Thornburg, Jr., and Mrs. Junior Jones. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Wm. Rogers Nov. 30.

MORE BOYS IN SERVICE Out of a group of 33 that left Warsaw Tuesday for duty in the U. S. army, two were from this community. Marion N. Sawyer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Sawyer, and Harvey Helman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. L. Helman. This Saturday Jacob Burtsfield Tom Strieby, Claude Cramer go to Toledo for finals exams. JASPER N. JAMES DIES AT HOME SOUTH OF SYRACUSE Jasper N. James, aged 83, died at his home four miles south of Syracuse late Tuesday afternoon. He had suffered the past 2 weeks with a severe heart.ailment. The deceased was born June 25, 1859, in Carroll county, 0., the son of Robert and Sarah James. On Jan. 12, he was united in marriage to Mary. E. Strieby at White Pigeon, Mich. He was a farmer and had resided in this vicinity the past 50 years. Surviving are: the widow; two daughters, Cora James, at home, and Mrs. Frank Robertson, of South Bend. Funeral services will be held today (Friday) at 2 p.m., from the Phelps & Trozel funeral home at North Webster. Rev. Emerald Jones will ociciate. Burial will be in North Webster cemetery. GETS HONORABLE MENTION IN MUSICAL COMPOSITION Arnold G. Beckman, composer, and Florence Foster, who wrote the words, received an honorable mention for their composition, “It’s America For Me,” from the National Composers Clinic, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio,, in a recent contest. The composition follows: “It’s America For Me” There’s a land between the oceans That I look upon with pride; A land where truth and freedom reign, And valiant men abide. Oh the sun imparts its radiance, On town and country side; On cities and on mountains high, On ships and ocean tide. Oh America’s the land for me, Where liberty does ring; And leaves a fullness in my heart That makes me want to sing. Chorus Oh the Stars and Stripes for freedom! The Stars and Stripes for me! I love the soaring eagle Personified in thee. My heart is in allegiance, My spirit will agree, I pledge upon my honor It’s America for me! Turkey Party Tuesday Night Wawasee Post 223 of the American Legion is holding another of those old-time “Turkey Parties” here at Legion Hall in Syracuse the night of Tuesday, Nov. 24. Everybody welcome to come out and enjoy the fun. They have about twenty-five big turkeys to give away. ASK HUNTERS TO REPORT ON BANDED QUAIL OR PHEASANTS Hoosier sportsmen are reminded by the state Division of Fish and Game, that they can aid in the improvement of hunting conditions by reporting each banded quail or pheasant taken during the open season. It is not necessary to return the band which was attached to the bird’s leg, but the hunter should send the Division of Fish & Game, 406 State Library bldg., Indianapolis, the information given on the band and a statement as to where and when the bird was taken. The study of the movement of game birds from areas in which they have been released, is part of the state-wide wildlife management and research survey initiated a year ago and is financed entirely by sportsmen through license fees and a tax on sporting gups and ammunition. — — CONCORD LADIES AID The Concord Ladies Aid met with Mrs. Hattie Fisher Thursday, Nov. 12, for an all-day meeting. Nine members and bn? visitor were present. Potluck'dinner was served and business meeting followed. Next meeting will be with Ester Jones on regular date.

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Union Services On Thanksgiving All the churches of the community will join in Union Services at the United Brethren church, Sunday evening, Nov. 22, at 7:30 o’clock, for a Thanksgiving service. The last Sunday before Thanksgiving day has been chosen by the Ministerial association to join in worship for prayer in guidance for our futurte, and in praise for divine aid in our war effort. Rev. Wallace Deyo, Methodist minister, will bring the message. Special music from different churches will be presented. A special invitation is extended to everyone to attend this service. MORE DONATIONS FOR CHRISTMAS BOXES Additional donations this week for boxes being ?ent to local men in U. S. service, for Christmas, are Mr. and Mrs. George L. Hire $1; Mrs. Jbhn Sudlow contributed $2 from sale of scrap iron in name of the Mothers Club; and South Side Friendship club $1.30. Total $35.05. The Wednesday Bridge Club received $2 from Mr. and Mrs. Henry Grieger and $1 from Mrs. Ben Hoopingarner. ANYONE ELSE WHO WANTS TO SEND XMAS BOX TO LOCAL MEN IN U. S. SERVICE? The members of all women’s clubs and organizations in Syracuse have taken lists of local men in U. S. service and will send them each a Christmas b»x. However, since these lists were given out, many additional men have been called and are being called, and the committee in charge has several names on hand now, and no sponsor. Anyone, or any group, who wants to fix a Christmas box to send to one of our local men in the U. S. armed service, will be supplied a name, address, etc. The ladies arg sending candy cookies, nuts, (to boys in the U. S.) and tobaceoes, tooth powder, playing cards, stationery, etc. If you want to help, please call Mrs. Cox at The Journal office. Notice to all club members: The enclosure cards for Xmas boxes can now be secured at The Journal office. These cards were hand made by the members of the Junior Ladies’ Club. LOZIER - MILLER ANNOUNCE WEDDING DATE Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Lozier, of northeast of Warsaw, announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Genevieve Mae, to William A. Miller, of near Atwood, formerly of Syracuse.. The wedding will take place at the North Winona Church of the Brethren, at 3 o’clock Sunday afternoon, Nov. 22. BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. William Matthew Dalton, of Chicago, are the patents of a 7% pound son, born at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at the Presbyterian hospital, Chicago. D. J. Dalton, Lake Wawasee, is the grandfather. Pot Luck Supper at O. E. S. ■' The members of the Order of Eastern Star will hold a pot luck supper next Tuesday evening at 6:30 for members aad their families. A program will be presented. RESOLUTIONS Whereas, in the death of our beloved brother, Clifford R. Hoy, the. town and community has lost one of its most honored and honorable citizens, this Lodge a most capable and efficient brother, we feel that suitable respect should be given his memory and that his many civic and brotherly acts be acknowledged with gratitude. His memory will long remain with us and be cherished. Therefore, be it resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the records of Syracuse Lodge No. 454 Free and Accepted Masons, that a copy be printed in The Syracuse-Wawasee Journal, and a copy signed by the officers and under the seal of the Lodge, be presented to the members of his family. —Warren T. Colwell, Everett O. Dunn, Samuel P. Searfoss, committee, ,

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