The Mail-Journal, Volume 5, Number 38, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 October 1968 — Page 1

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VOLUME 5

Party Set For Halloween

Night In Milford Gym

The annual Milford community Halloween party will be held in the junior high school gym at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31. The event is sponsored by the Lions club, the American Legion and the Legion Auxiliary. On hand for the evening will be witches, spacemen, clowns, hobos, ghosts, cowboys, colored people, skeletons, devils, pirates, hillbillies, sports characters, chil-

Milford Clerk-Treasurer Attends District Meeting

Mrs. Herbert (Edith) Baumgartner, clerk-treasurer of the town of Milford, attended the annual meeting of Indiana clerktreasurers from the northern district at Peru last Wednesday. The meeting was held in the YMCA building. First on the agenda was| a tour of Grissom air force base. This Visiting Matrons, Patrons Honored By Milford's OES Visiting matrons and patrons night was the occasion of the special meeting of Kosciusko Chapt'r 160, Order of the Eastern Star, Milford, on Friday evening, Oct. 18. Honored guests of the evening were past grand patron Ray E. Walters and wife of Nappanee chapter, Mrs. Russell White, grand organist of Rose Croix chapter, and Mrs. Carl Ryan, district deputy, and husband of Leesburg chapter. Also, the following committee appointments: Mrs. Bruce Myers, Loa chapter, Elkhart, StarLite magazine; Donald Moore, Bristol chapter, Jurisprudence; Mrs. Grace Wolfe, North Liberty chapt'r, grand representative of Arkansas grand chapter to Indiana. And. the presiding matrons and patrons from the district. There were more than 12S guests present from the following chapters: Valley, St. Joseph, Rose Croix, South Bnd no. 2, all from South Bend; Warsaw; Goshen; Bremen; Bristol; Mishawaka; Leesburg; Syracuse; Walkerton; Pierce ton; Bourbon; Nappanee; Lakeville; North Liberty; Loa and Starlight of Elkhart; Mentone; Culver; and Osceola. Musical Program The feature of entertainment was a musical program by the “Mizpah Chanters” of which worthy patron Joe 0. Estep is a member. By request of the worthy patron “You Will Never Walk Alone” was soloed by George McDonald and dedicated to worthy matron, Mrs. Stanley Scott. The chapter room was attractively decorated with “Halloween” pr'dominating. A harvest moon, owl and squirrel in a tree, colorful leaves, pumpkins and a boy and girl scarecrow. In the dining room where refreshments were served the long tables were decorated in the harvest theme with squash, pumpkins, baskets of apples. gcurds and orange and blacknut cups. On the committee for the evening were Mrs. Ronald Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bray, Mr. and Mrs. Arlo Beiswanger, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Enveart, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kizer, Mrs. Charles K-rl:n. Mrs. Roy Schultz and Mrs. Charlene Traster. The officers will have a practice for inspection at Leesburg on October 30 at 7:30 p.m. FINED FOR SPEEDING Terry Dausman of Leesburg was fined this week by justice of the peace Harry Dale Doty. He was arrested for driving 55 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone. He paid a ssfine and costs of $18.25 fcr a£al of $23.25.

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Consolidation of THE MILFORD MAIL (Est. IMS) and THE SYRACUSE ■ WAWASEE JOURNAL (Est. 1907)

dren of other lands, brides and bridegrooms and others. Prizes will also be given to the best group, best couple and most original. At the conclusion of the evening a grand march will be held and a grand prize awarded. Cash prizes will be given and each youngster participating will receive a treat.

was followed by a tour of the city. During the luncheon a choir group from the high school presented “You — The People” for the program. It was based on the community theme and featured the song “What Color is God”. Following the dinner the business meeting was held. LAST HOME GAME TONIGHT The last home game for the Wawasee Warriors’ football team will be played tonight (Wednesday) when the high school meets the visiting Tigers from Warsaw. Be on hand and support the Warriors. i n ' J B '" fl ■ ADLAI E. STEVENSON HI Adlai Stevenson To Be In Warsaw On Thursday WARSAW — Adlai E. Stevenson 111, treasurer of the state of Illinois, will visit here on Thursday on behalf of the re-election campaign of third district Congressman John Brademas, it was announced today by Thomas R. Lemon, Kosciusko county citizens for Brademas committee chairman. Stevenson, whose family has a long record of public service in linois, is son of the late Adlai Stevenson, the Democratic Presidential nominee in 1952 and 1956. ‘ Brademas served as executive assistant to Stevenson’s father in the early months of his second presidential campaign. Stevenson and Brademas will arrive at the Warsaw airport at 6:45 p.m., following an earlier appearance in South Bend, and go directly to the Shrine building at the fairgrounds where they will address a Kosciusko county Democratic fund - raising dinner. Later in the evening the dinner patrons will hear former Indiana

Dual Bloodmobile Visit To Milford And Syracuse Nov. 1

* The Kosciusko county bloodmobile will pay a dual visit to Milford and Syracuse on Friday, Nov. 1, according to American Red Cross representatives. Charles F. Kroh is in charge of the visit at Syracuse. The bloodmobile will be at the junior high school gym from 1 p.m. to

Ladies Os The Round Table Meet With Mrs. James Alford Mrs. James Alford was hostess to the Ladies of the Round Table as the Syracuse women enjoyed a most enlightening evening with “Our Club and Federation” as presented by Mrs. Milburn Rapp. Mrs. Milton Brice, president, opened the business meeting in the usual form. A selection of “blind goods” was available to club members for purchase and an order of Indiana placemats has been placed for availability. Mrs. Michael Neff, program chairman, introduced Mrs. Milburn Rapp, local member of historical enthusiams, who presented her program for the eveing “A Treasury of Accomplishments” which consisted of 75 years of service to the community, given as a slide presentation. The informative record of federation service to family and community add a salute to federation club women. The generosity, faith, warmth and comfort gives service to strengthen family security in the home and community. In 1910 federated women made the postal savings bank a reality. In the 20’s food for family was a major concern and a special department on household management was created. 'Homemaking rated an official listing as jobs. War bond drives and fringe benefits were lifetime memories thru federation. Building thru club work helps provide better health and better living for family, club, community and country. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess, Mrs. Alford, to the 18 club members present. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Michael Neff with Mrs. John A. Naab giving the program. Mental Health Gifts Due By November 15 Mrs. Arch Baumgartner, chairman of the Mental Health Christmas gift drive in Milford, has been informed that deadline for gifts has been changed from December 1 to November 15. All clubs and individuals who wish to donate gifts to the mentally ill should bring their gifts to The Mail-Journal office prior to the deadline. MILFORD MAN HAS LICENSE SUSPENDED Kermit Stamper, Milford, who had previously entered a not guilty plea in Warsaw city court, for driving under the influence, was found gtilty of said charge on October 17. He paid fine and costs of S4O, had his license suspended for 60 days and was given a 60-day suspended sentence at the Indiana state farm. Governor Matthew E. Welsh. Following the appearance here Brademas and Stevenson will fly to Elkhart to attend another Democratic fund - raising dinner where Stevenson is featured speaker for the evening. Stevenson was elected treasurer in 1966. Prior to that he had served in the Illinois House of Representatives, receiving the “Best Legislator” award in 1965. He is a graduate of Harvard college and Harvard law school and served on active duty with the U.S. marine corps in Korea as a tank officer.

5 p.m. Mrs. Herbert Baumgartner is in charge of the Milford visit. The bloodmobile •will be at the Milford fire station from 12 noon until 6 p.m. The Red Cross representatives state 125 pints have been set for the quota of the day.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1968

United Fund Drive At Half Way Point The 1968 Kosciusko county United Fund now having reached the halfway mark of its 1968 campaign is “off and running” with a recent report that is very encouraging and indicating that most divisions are going very well. The cutstanding performance to date is the small business division lead by J. Allan Morgan, which has reported that 80 per cent of its goal has been reached. Charles Ker, president of the Kosciusko county United Fund aIcng with other fund officers, including John Hall, vicfc president; Merle Mock, treasurer; Tom Lemon, publicity chairman; and Sam Dungan, campaign coordinator anncunced that approximately 51 per cent of this year’s goal has been reached. Syracuse Youths Arrested At Nappanee Paul D. Crider, 19, and Robie Johnson, 23, both of 818 east Chicago street, Syracuse, were arrested at Nappanee last Saturday afternoon following a brawl in an apartment, sidewalk and the police station at Nappanee. Following an altercation in an apartment at Nappanee city police were called to the scene and found Crider bleeding from a head injury where he was reportedly struck by a beer bottle. He refused medical attention. Outside the apartment police attempted to detain Johnson who thgn swung his fist at an officer. Johnson was subdued, handcuffed and jailed. Crider went to the police station and reportedly attempted to open the cell where his friend Johnson was being held. Another brawl started and Crider was jailed. In Goshen city court Monday morning Crider pleaded guilty to resisting arrest and was fined $25 and given a six - month suspended sentence to the Indiana State Farm. Johnson was fined s2l for public intoxication and was fined $25 and given a Six - month suspended sentence for resisting arrest. Area Holsteins Achieve Outstanding Record The Holstein herd of Shermah Deaton and Eldon Watkins, r 2 Syracuse, achieved a butterfat herd average of 774 pounds of fat M.E. on 38 lactations according to a recent release by the Holstein - Friesian Association. This puts this herd in sixth place nationally for fat and seventh place for milk with 20,221 pounds. Baby Shower Given For Mrs. Dean Gerber Mrs. Dean Gerber of Valparaiso was honored at a baby shower given by Mrs. Lowell Rassi at her home on r 2 Milford Saturday evening. Appointments were in pink and blue. Refreshments of tea, coffee and a frozen strawberry dessert were served by the hostess. About 30 guests were present, including the mother of Mrs. Gerber. Mrs. Dean Gerber is the daugh-ter-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Eli Gerber of the Hattie Hotel in Goshen. FINED FOR PUBLIC INTOXICATION David Hernandez, Milford, wasarrested at 1 a.m. Sunday by Milford police on charges of assault and battery and public intoxication. He appeared before justice of the peace Harry Dale Doty at 3 p.m. Mcnday and paid fine and cost ,of s4l on the public intoxication charge and entered a not guilty plea to the assault and battery charge. He posted a bond of $25. EDWIN LEITCH RETURNS HOME Members of the Syracuse pol.'c® deoartment have reported Edwin Leitch of r 1 Syracuse, who was listed as a run-away last week, has returned to his home.

r/oot (SX 60 ©Walt Disney Productions Lakeland Youths Hospitalized After One-Car Accident Cindy Felts, 18, r 4 Syracuse, and Betsy Buis, 17, North Webster, were taken to the Goshen hospital Saturday at 8:45 p.m. following a one-car accident on state road 13 south of Syracuse. Miss Felts, driver of the car, sustained a laceration to her left eyebrow, bruised left wrist and multiple abrasions. Miss Buis, her passenger, suffered an injury of the lower spine, nose fracture and severe lower lip lacerations. The investigating officer, state trooper Larry Clodfelter, said the girls were en route from North Webster to the youth center at Syracuse when the accident occurred. The Felts’ car left the right side of the pavement, careened back and crossed the center line to crash head-on into a utility pole. The 1965 Dodge, valued at sl,200, was a total loss. ACCIDENT IN MILFORD ON SATURDAY Alma Gerber and Carl Shearer, both of Milford, escaped injury when their cars collided at 11:53 a.m. Saturday on north Henry street in Milford. Mrs. Gerber was parked on the east side on Henry street, at her home. She attempted to back out. Shearer was approaching from the north. Mrs. Gerber told police her view was blocked and she did not see the approaching car. Shearer saw Mrs. Gerber but did not have time to avoid the accident. The right front fender and bumper of the Shearer auto and the right rear fender and bumper of the Gerber auto were damaged with police estimating the cost of repairs to Mrs. Gerber’s 1963 Chevrolet at $l5O and to Shearer’s 1966 Ford station wagon at $250. Three Arrested By Syracuse Police Three persons have been arrested recently by members of the Syracuse police department. They are: Jessie Strieby, North street, Syracuse, who was arrested on Saturday for operating a vehicle with no operator’s license; Robert Voiles, Syracuse, who was arrested for having no head gear while riding a motorcycle; And, Glen Laughlin who was arrested for violation of the muffler law. Gimp Fire Executive Board Meets Oct. 2 The executive board of the Syracuse Camp Fire girls group met October 2 in the Scout cabin. The ceremonial will be held in the afternoon of November 3 in the Syracuse school. A report was given on the annual Camp Fire candy sale of October 5. The next meeting of the board will be the annual meeting on November 6, and new officers will be seated.

A.. W 9 & WAUBEE OFFICERS — Directors of the newly formed Waubee Lake Property Owners Association are shown above. Seated in front are Raymond Hoover, Paul Brembeck. president Dennis Sharp and secretarytreasurer Mrs. Richard Neff. In back are Lawrence (Bud) Sawyer, Jerry Bushong, John B. Augsburger and Bob Hall.

Local Youths Confess Golf Course Vandalism

Three Lakeland area youths confessed on Tuesday to vandalism and destruction at Wawasee golf course in what amounts to frcm $2,000 to $3,500 damages, it was learned this morning. The youths were Mike Clark, 17, r 2 Syracuse, a former employee of the golf club, Lester (“Bill”) Niles, 16, 619 north Mullen street, Syracuse, and John Thornburg, 15, r 4 Syracuse. After long investigation by

William C. Bannon Named ‘Physician Os The Year’ FORT WAYNE — William G. Bannon, M.D., Terre Haute, was honored last Wednesday as the Indiana Physician of the Year, during the annual meeting of the Indiana State Medical Association. The award was presented by the Mental Health Association in Indiana for his volunteer service to the mentally ill. Walter J. Matthews, Plainfield, vice president of the Mental Health Association made the presentation of a plaque and a check )for SI,OOO which Dr. Bannon has requested be given to the Indiana university medical center, where he received his degree in 1945. His interest in helping the mentally ill started in 1956 when he became a board member of the Mental Health Association in Vigo county, a post he still holds today. He assisted in the development of the psychiatric unit at Union hospital, helped eliminate the jailing of the mentally ill, helped create the Vigo county adult and child guidance clinic, encouraged the development of an ex-patients’ dub and provided a closer working relationship between the Mental Health Association and the Medical Society. BIRTHDAY DINNER HELD SUNDAY Mr. and Mrs. Leo Pike of Claypool entertained at a Sunday dinner in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Miller of Milford, whose birthdays occur on October 24 and November 1. Others attending were the latter’s daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. James Wclf and son, Jcs, and daughters, Ann and Pam of Atwood, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Sauseman, Claypool, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Wilson and three daughters of Warsaw. NO SCHOOL THURSDAY-FRIDAY No school will be held in the Lakeland Corporation on Thursday or Friday to allow teachers to attend the annual Teachers* Institute program which will be held in several of the larger cities in the state.

Don Byrd, owner of the golf course, and state police detective Norman Pierce of Columbia City, the three youths submitted signed confessions to officer Pierce on Tuesday. Niles and Clark had admitted to extensive thefts in the Lakeland area. Byrd said they had not been able to establish that the two had broken into his club house, however. Damage Greens

MR. and MRS. SHERMAN FOLK

Former Syracuse Residents Celebrate 60th Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Folk, who have resided at 212 west Brooklyn street, Syracuse, fdr 40 years, are observing their 60th wedding anniversary today. They were marired October 23, 1908, at McDonald, Mich. Mrs. Folk is the former Myrtle Smith of North Webster. Mr. Folk is from Syrvia. He was a minister in the United Brethren church for 15 years and worked at Lake Wawasee several years. Mr. Folk is resident of the Ril-

Lakeland Board In Special Session

Members of the Lakeland school board met Tuesday evening in the administration building and heard a letter of appreciation for use of the Milford junior high home ec facilities during the past summer. The room had been used to show the Spanish speaking people use of sewing machines, etc. An invitation was also read from the Indiana class room teachers to attend the annual meeting at Fairfield on Wednesday, Nov. 6. A second invitation was for the region II school board members meeting in South Bend. Approval was given for the

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Byrd said on September 12, vandals had done extensive damage to the number 4 and 6 greens on Wawasee golf course. He estimated damages at from $2,000 to $3,500. He said the greens could not be completely repaired until spring. Police have released the three youths into the custody of their parents, but formal charges will be filed against them in the near future.

ey nursing home, Goshen. Mrs. Folk and their daughter, Mabel, are at the Peterson nursing home Goshen. All three are in very poor health. Mr. Folk is confined to a wheel chair. They have three other children: Charles Folk of Elkhart, Mrs. Lucille Magnusen of Ligonier and Mrs. Violet Garrison of Mishawaka. Due to their illness no celebration is planned, however, cards from their friends at Syracuse are always appreciated.

purchase of equipment for the heating system at North Webster and a claim from Rhodes Equipment for $34,909.20 of the amount due on kitchen equipment for Wawasee high school was also approved. 'rhe December meeting date was changed from the second Tuesday to the third Tuesday of the month, December 17, to allow board members to attend the regional meeting mentioned above. REMEMBER THEM! SERVICEMEN’S ADDRESSES