The Mail-Journal, Volume 5, Number 40, Milford, Kosciusko County, 6 November 1968 — Page 3

Leesburg-Oswego News By Mrs. Pearl Lyons Phone 453-3921

Wedding Vows Spoken At United Methodist Church

An arrangement of mums graced the altar of the United Methodist church for the wedding of Miss Deborah Rader and Barry Beatty on Saturday, Oct. 12. Rev. David Gosser read the double ring ceremony in the presence of the immediate families. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rader of Leesburg are the parents of the bride, and parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Ray Beatty of r 1 Leesburg. Mrs. Avery Hall, organist, provided nuptial music. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a street length white wool dress. She carried a white Bible topped with a white orchid. Miss Patty Lackey of Warsaw served as maid of honor. She were a green crepe street length dress and carried an arrangement of white, gold, and yellow November Meeting Os Town Board At the November meeting of the town beard Monday night, Hugh McCann, town marshal for the past few years, resigned to be effective December 31, 1963. The contract for Borden’s Garbage was approved. The cost of a complete overhaul of the motor on the town truck was found to be prohibitive and it was decided to contact the state board of accounts to find away to finance the purchase cf a new one as no appropriation was made for one. Glen Deeter is in favor of an alley to be laid out from his home west to the school house. It was decided to construct a new sewer line from the Emra Hearn home north to the alley, the work to start as soon as possible. Curb repair was discussed. A special meeting of the board will be held next Tuesday night. CELEBRATES TENTH BIRTHDAY Katrina Shively celebrated her tenth birthday October 31. She attended the parade up town and on returning home enjoyed ice cream and cake with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Tay Hess. Also present were her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shively, and

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mums. Gary Hamman of Leesburg stood as best man. The mother of the bride chose a brown wool dress and wore brown accessories! Her corsage was of white, yellow, and gold mums. The mother of the bridegroom wore a purple jersey dress with a corsage of white mums. Following the ceremony a reception was held in the Rader home with Miss Cindy Rader and Miss Patty Lackey serving. After a wedding trip to Michigan the young couple is residing in Oswego. Their address is r 1 Warsaw. Mrs. Beatty attended the Warsaw Community high school, and Mr. Beatty was graduated from the same high school. He is employed in construction work. I -■ sister, Kelly. Her grandfather, Taylor Shively, helped her celebrate up town. Death Os Mrs. Esther Summey Ohler Mrs. Esther Summey Ohler, who had resided in Plymouth for the past 24 years, died in the hospital there. Services were held on Monday afternoon. She was a sister of Mrs. Wallace Goshorn and a cousin of Mrs. Roger McConnell. Retreat To Be Held At Epworth Forrest There will be 20 members of the Methodist Youth Fellowship and its counselors who will attend a retreat at Embury Lodge at Epworth Forest from Friday at 5 until Sunday at 3. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Allen will attend. Rev. Brian Witwer, associate pastor of the First United Methodist church of Warsaw, will be in charge of the program on Friday night. Homemakers Club Enjoys Annual Trip There were 39 members of the Hememakers club and their friends and several from the Busy Bee club of Milford who chartered a bus Wednesday for an all day trip. Their first stop was at the Wednesday Sales at Shipshewana. Many antiques were being sold. Going on to Niles, Mich., they

toured the Simplicity Pattern Co., the largest in the world. They also stepped at the Red Barn shopping district. In South Bend they toured the Oliver Corporation which covers 40 acres of land. They saw much of the farm machinery for the future. A stop was made at the Town and Country shopping district for 45 minutes before starting for home. A buffet supper was enjoyed at a restaurant on 20 east of Elkhart. KEN AND KRAIG ALLEN HOST HALLOWEEN PARTY Ken and Kraig Allen were hosts at a Halloween party Tuesday after school. The party was held in the decorated barn. Games were played and pony riding was enjoyed. The boys were assisted by Kip and Kay Allen, and Katrina Shively. Cup cakes with faces, punch and pcpcorn were served to Scott. Craig and Clark Charlton, David and Michael Hearn, Martin and Mat Myers, Mark Archer, Claude Diehl, Kevin Everest, J. C. Bell, Kelly Sue Shively, Mark Tamer, Brian and Bruce Strichter, and Dave Smoker. Charter Nigiit Held At United Methodist Church Charter night was jkld Tuesday at the United Mejhodist church. Call to worship given by Mrs. Herschel Albert followed by the singing of “Now Thank We All Our God” and a period of silent prayer. “Our Heritage” was given — Mrs. Hulda Bright giving the United Brethren and Mrs. David Gosser the Methodist. A large loaf of bread was on the altar. The meditation, “The Bread Os Light”, was given—Mrs. Charles Smaker telling of the flour which is the basic ingredient of bread, salt which adds taste and interest by Mrs. Robert Smoker, yeast which is the activity of the Holy Spirit within us by Mrs. Herman Buckingham and milk which changes the character of the flour by Mrs. Earl Robison. The bread represents maturity, fellowship and nourishment. The officers signed the charter and the membership book by the other members. Membership cards then were passed. Members then went to the fellowship hall for the agape feast. Miniature loaves of homemade bread and salads were served. Rev. David Gosser gave thanks and Mrs. Robert Allen sang “Let Us Break Bread Together”. Mrs. Art Smith read from the book of Luke for devotions. During the

business meeting plans were made for the Harvest Dinner for the family to be held November 17. Leesburg Merchants Meet Monday Six merchants attended the meeting held Monday afternoon at the fire station. Plans are being made with the United Methodist church for the early part of December for a nativity scene at the town hall with the choir to sing. Santa Claus will come and the merchants will be open that evening. Mrs. Lawrence Randall will be in charge of refreshments for everyone. Christmas decorations will be put up November 29 and on December 1 merchants will meet at the town hall to decorate it and the tree. There will be a home judging contest with three trophies to be given—l—for simplicity; 2—overall effective use of lights; 3— best nativity scene. Halloween Party Held At Oswego Baptist Church A wiener and marshmallow roast was held on the church grounds at the Oswego Baptist church Thursday night. All age groups were invited and anyone that cared to could come masked. A nice size crowd attended. KAY ALLEN HONORED Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hartman entertained Sunday evening in honor of the birthday of Kay Allen. Guests were Mrs. Maude Hartman, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Allen, Max and Beth, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Allen and family. Thanksgiving Dinner Held By Reading And Literary Clubs Members of the Reading and of the Literary clubs met Monday night at the Wagon Wheel for their annual Thanksgiving dinner. Ham and turkey were served. The Reading club was in charge of the decorations which consisted of large turkeys with scattered corn on the tables, Pilgrim napkins and favors of nut cups with a Pilgrim, and candy pumpkin and corn. The Literary club was in charge of the program. The speaker was Mrs. Georgia Webster, art instructor at the Goshen schools, who talked on “Rambling About Indiana”. She drew a picture with* pastel chalk on a blue velvet background as she spoke. As the light was turned down the chalk glowed more. She closed by leading the group in singing “On the Banks of the Wabash”. Serving on the committee were

Mrs. Clifford Smith, Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. Josephine Hopkins and Mrs. Ruth Ann Anglin. Wesley Choir Has Halloween Party Th? Wesley choir under the direction of Mrs. Robert Allen had a Hallcween party Monday night at the United Methodist church. They went to homes for UNICEF and then assembled at the church. Th?y wer? taken through the spook house. The WSCS served refreshments to 31 children. Baptist World Day Os Prayer Observed The Ruth missionary circle of the Oswego Baptist church observed the Baptist World Day of Prayer Monday afternoon with a meeting at the church. Mrs. Fred Stookey was in charge. The meeting opened by singing “Sweet Hour of Prayer”. The theme was “In as Much as You Have Done it Unto Others You Have Done It Unto Me”. Several articles were read by Mrs. Stoo-. key, Mrs. Ira Shue, Mrs. Zoa Metcalf. Mrs. Esther Harmon, Mrs. Mildred Klcpenstein, and Mrs. Mabel Lippincott. Verses of “Keep On Praying” were sung throughout the meeting. Mrs. Stookey closed the evening with prayer. Prizes Awarded At Lions Halloween Party A parade and Halloween party sponsored by the Lions club was held Thursday night in uptown Leesburg. Prizes awarded in the elewn category were-: I—Mcnica Goss; 2—Brian Me Claron; 3—Laurie Wildman; 4— David Hillery; s—Chuck Smith; Hobos I—Tammy Klopenstein; 2 —Mitch Rader; 3—Gary Polk; 4— Lisa Frederickson; s—Charles Polk; Witches I—Carmon 2—Tracy Klopenstein; 3—Jenne Fawley; 4—Sherry Rader; 5— Millie Goff; 6—Laurie Faurote; Ghosts I—Aldron Tyler; 2—Todd Losisr; 3—Staci Smith; 4— Sandra Keefe; s—Jeff5 —Jeff Stookey; A Miscellaneous I—Craig Charlton; 2— Kent Goss; 3—Jimmie Bohlen: 4—Clark Charlton; 5—L in d a Pound; Group B I—Bobbie Lewis; 2—David Heierman; 3—Tammy Noll; 4—Scott Charlton; s—John Kunee; Youngest—Shanna Randall; Talent I—Barry Ashton; 2— Den Lewis; 3—Rusty and Randy Graber. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Rosbrough and Mrs. Josephine Hopkins were judges. There was a-pie eating contest with Ist prize—Eddie Park; 2— Larry McCleary; 3—Jim Gardner. Sack races were held and pennies hunted in the straw with several participating. Cider and doughtnuts were served to everyone. COMMUNITY NEWS M*-- Robert Allen and Kay spent in Fort Wayne shopping and had dinner there in honor of the birthday of Kay. Rev. David Gosser will attend a special session of the North Indiana Conference Saturday held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Indianapolis. The WSCS of the Clunette United Methodist church served the electicn dinner and held a bazaar at the church Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Margis of Cedar Pcint, 111., spent the week end with Mrs. Esther Lloyd. Mrs. Distinctively Yours... fe'S *LJL.T r W I : | . ' I— ’ PM - M22£ r J kitchens Personally yours . . . distinctively styled for your family . . . unmatched in beauty and convenience . . . that’s a Wood-Mode Kitchen. And the many selections of styles, woods and finishes let you plan a kitchen of character in beautiful wood. 4MI WtST Os HAP7AMII OH U.I.A-THOHi 7/1-7731

Llcyd and Mrs. Margis are cousins. They all were Saturday supper guests of Ralph Remy of Warsaw. Mrs. Inez Shively and Mrs. Nellie Anglin spent last week in South Bend with their sister, Mrs. Joe Skoving. Mr. and Mrs. Mikael Harroll and Tina Louise were Friday supper guests of the Roger McConnells. Mrs. Mabel Lippincott spent Saturday afterncon and was a supper guest of Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Lyons. Mrs. Martha Bozier of New Haven and Mrs. Anna Bishop spent last week in Elkhart with Mr. and Mrs. John Longfellow and in South Bend with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Stookey. Mrs. Bozier returned to her home Sunday evening. Mrs. Kenneth Hartman and Mrs. Robert Allen spent Monday night in Marion where they attended the initiation services for the sister of Mrs. Hartman and her husband into the Mississinewa chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. Steve Wilt of Grace Seminary was speaker at both services at Cswego Baptist church Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Fisher and family spent Sunday afternoon and evening with Rev. and Mrs. RL’bard Woodworth and-family at Grand Rapids, Mich. They attended church services there in the evening. They report the Woodworth baby dcing well. Mr. and Mrs. William Farrar, Mr. and Mrs. Leon Horn, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Blue attended the hockey game at Fort Wayne Saturday night. Mrs. B. E. Helm is a patient in the Marion General hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Emery Klopenstein cf Bear Lake were Sunday evening guests of the Esta Yocums. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hunter visited Mr. and Mrs. Gary Popenfoos? in Fort Wayne Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. John Eyer of Merriam and Mrs. Merritt Rookstool were Saturday dinner guests of Mrs. Bernice Watkins. Mrs. Nellie Randall was a supper guest. Milford Lions See Craig Ruch European Films The Milford Lions club, which assisted in raising funds for a Milford high school senior to go to Europe last summer with the School Band and Chorus of America, had the opportunity to see what their money bought Monday night. Craig Ruch appeared before the group to show color slides he took on the month - long trip and to tell about his experiences. This group of young musicians appeared in concerts in Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland-, England and France. Ladies’ Night Lion Al Miller reminded Lions of their ladies’ night at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, at the Lamp Lite Restaurant near Pierceton. Bob Hoerr On Student Senate At IU Robert Hoerr, r 1 Milford, a sophomore, was among 18 Indiana university students recently elected to the I.U. student senate The student senate, the legislative branch of student government, has representatives from all university housing districts. The senate makes recommendations to the faculty council and the board of trustees. The president of the student body heads the student senate.

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Wed., Nov. 6, 1968—THE MAIL-JOURNAL

JQvE * j- - -* r ' 60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY—The 60th wedding anniversary cf Mr. and Mrs. Chester Overleese will be celebrated with a reception, Sunday, Nov. 17. The reception, for friends and relatives, will be from 2 until 5 p.m. in the parlor of Trinity United Methodist church, 2715 East Jackson, Elkhart. Hosts for the reception, a son Nelson, a daughter, Clara and a daughter, Mrs. R. E. Tusing, all cf Elkhart, request that you not bring gifts. Chester Overleese, a retired postman, carried the mails 43 years at Milford.

Go Ahead Given On Building For Waubee Lake Park Monday

Members of the Milford town board gave their approval to the Doty Construction firm to build a pavillion for the park at Waubee Lake. Said building will house an eat stand, rest rooms and bath house facilities. 7 Mr. Doty was the only bidder. In revising the plans the construction bid was lowered from $6,700 to $6,300. Doty was told to put the agreement in writing and give a copy to the board. Deeter Resigns Street and water commissioner Marion Deeter told board members the last day of November would b? his last day with the town. Deeter has been employed as head of the street and water department since the spring of 1959. Board members are currently seeking a qualified person to replace Mr. Deeter. All applications should be made to board members Carl Duncan, John F. Augsburger or Gerald Martin. In other business before the board Mr. Deeter was instructed to contact roofers about repairing the utility building. It was painted last \ear -but i$ leaking. Clerk - treasu»et* Edith Baumgartner reported ontfie clerk’s meeting she had attended in Peru and told of the six cent cut made in the budget by the state tax board. The town presently has a rate of $1.64 in the general fund and $1 in cumulative building fund for the 1969 budget. Mr. Deeter reported Gail Geiger had approached him about his bill being too high. Board members questioned Deeter on a leaking pipe at the Geiger home and asked if he had used a check meter. He stated he had used a check meter about one year ago and was told to check again. Discussions were also held on cleaning the town’s sewers. Should a root cutter be purchased? Should a chemical be used? Members had seen a demonstration of a root cutter in October and are waiting for the salesman to contact them again. They had expected him to be at the Monday evening meeting. Mr. Deeter told of a chemical cleaner and board members agreed they would have to have a ruling from the state board of health on using same because of the flow into

Turkey Creek. Ralph Gansert was present and gave board members slls dollars for the park fund. Os the amount, $65 was from a party held at the lake with the town’s beach being used for swimming. The rest of the money is from donations for use of the pavillion. Round Table Ladies Hear John Naab Mrs. Michael Neff was hostess to the Ladies of the Round Table on Monday evening as John A. Naab, curriculum coordinator and vocational director of the Lakeland Community schools, presented the program on “Innovitas”. Mrs. Milton Brice, president, led in the pledge to the flag. Mrs. Vernon Beckman and Mrs. Merton Meredith, co-chairmen of the “Blind Goods” had a new selection of handmade articles from which the members could select to purchase - Following the brief meeting, Mrs. Neff, program chairman announced the next meeting would be held in the home of Mrs. Clarence Schoeff with Mrs. Clayton Mock presenting the program. Mrs. Naab introduced her husband to the group. In his presentation Mr. Naab was most enthusiastic in telling about the exciting changes that are taking place in Lakeland’s kindergartens, elementary schools, and junior high schools. The concept of the Wawasee area vocational school was explained briefly and the program of instruction was outlined. Following the program the ladies were invited by Mrs. Neff, hostess, to a beautifully decorated table carrying out the patriotic election theme for refreshments, which were served to guests, Mrs. Henry L. Smith, Mrs. Robert D. Hamman and Miss Ann Wagoner and 19 members. Milford Local Misses Cathryn Wettstein and Edna Stoller of Eureka, 111., Alice Knapp and Hilda Leman of Goodfield, 111., were week end guests of Mrs. David Buser of Milford.

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