The Mail-Journal, Volume 5, Number 51, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 January 1969 — Page 14

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., Jan. 22, 1969

It Happened In . .. Milford, Item Taken From The Files Os 0 The Milford Mail

14 YEARS AGO, JAN. 20, 1955

A daughter, Joann Lynn, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Rassi, Saturday, Jan. 15, at 4 p. m, at the Elkhart hospital. The Ras*is have a 15-month-old son, Clark. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rassi and Billy Yergler, Cissna Park, 111. Dr. and Mrs. Carey Parrett and son. Bill, left Monday morning for New Orleans, La., for a 10-day visit with Mrs. Parrett’s brother and sister-in-law, Major and Mrs. F. W. Clayton. During their absence. Mrs. Parrett’s mother, Mrs. Earl Clayton of Greenfield. Ohio, is staying with Tom and Patty Parrett. Charles ("Nip”) Traster suffered a heart attack while on the street at South Bend Friday and was taken to the Memorial hospital there. Mr. Traster of north Henry street, Milford, is employed at South Bend. Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Wilson returned Friday from Illinois where they had spent a week having been called there by the death of Mr. Wilson's aunt, Miss Florence Given of Tonica, 111. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wilson and daughters attended the funeral on Monday. Fire of an unknown orgin completely destroyed the high school gymnasium at Wolf Lake last night and burned all wiring leading to the nearby high school building thus causing school officials there to dismiss school today. 20 YEARS AGO, JAN. 20, 1949 Announcement is made in Bremen and South Bend of the engagement of Miss Emma Lou Zimmer to Louis Gerber. Miss Zimmer, who is a sister-in-law of Mrs. George Zimmer, the former Miss Helen Weisser of Milford. is quite well known in Milford. having made numerous visits. Method’s Inn is closed for a few days while redecorating is being done. It will probably be open for business about Friday. A resolution to make U.S. highway 36 the Ernie Pyle Memorial highway was introduced last week in the Indiana state legislature. . Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Teeple have moved on the Everett Butrick farm near Camp Mack. This place had been vacant since the

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Holderman family moved out a few years ago. Walter Bartholomew writes from South Bend that the condition of his wife is improved but that she continues to suffer severe pain. He renews his subscription to the Mail and subscribes for his sister, Mrs. J. Gallagher of Leesburg. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Bruner of Tokyo, Japan, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. .Krider last week. Mr. Bruner is American Consul at Tokyo and is on 60-day leave. Mr. and Mrs. Bruner were enroute to Washington, D. C. They and the Kriders became friends when the latter were living in Japan. 40 YEARS AGO, JAN. 24, 1929 Jesse Dippon of west of town has rented his farm to Ezra Beer and will give possession about March 1. Mr. Dippon expects to buy a residence in Goshen and will move his family there. He will hold a general farm sale at his farm on Thursday. Feb. 14. Hol Fetters who had been caring for his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Fetters, is recovering from an ear infection which affected both of his ears. Mrs. Matti? Clayton and Mrs. Mint a Bivson have been at the Fetters home for some time assisting in the care of their parents. C. T. Kleder, a retired Milford businessman became 80 years old cn Monday, Jan. 21. Mr. Kleder retired from business here a number of years ago. He is enjoying good health at the present - lime. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kleder of Indianapolis, Mr. and Mrs. John Motto of Winona and Miss Amelia Bauer of Columbus, Ohio, spent the day in the Kleder home in honor of his birthday. MORNING PRAYER Now I get me up to work, I pray the Lord I may not shirk. If I should die before tonight, I pray the Lord my work's all right. SYRACUSE LOCALS Mrs. Joe Maggart of Syracuse was a recent visitor at Cromwell. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Grindle and family of Syracuse spent a- day last week in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Wright at Cromwell.

Mrs. Zook Wins State Grange Crochet Award Mrs. Zerola Zbok received a first prize cash award from the Indiana State Grange for a crocheted baby set it was learned at the Hex Grange meeting recently. The meeting followed a 7 p.m. supper. During the business session reports from the regional meeting were given and the year’s program was discussed. Emphasis on patriotism was displayed in the program with a flag quiz and a reading, “My God, How' Can It Be?" by Joe Hibschman. Ritualism, agriculture, education, unity, legislation, horned youth and fraternity were all brought out in the playlet, “The Golden Wheel of Friendship”. A planning committee meeting was held in the Merle Darr home on January 17. The county school of instruction was held at Fairview Grange hall on January 19. Golden Rule Class Tours Wawasee High School The Golden Rule class of the Bethel Church of the Brethren, Milford, met Sunday, Jan. 19, at th? new Wawasee high school for its class meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Donn Kesler and Mr. and Mrs. Levi Chupp 'were the hosts and hostesses for the carry-in dinner. There were 19 adults and 15 young adults present. Following a short business meeting, Mr. Kesler gave an explanatory tour of the new high school. The group, as parents, were made more aware of their responsibilities in guiding and helping their children. It was noted that the facilities th? Wawasee high school offers are so varied and well equipped, all the student needs is a self dedication and a will to learn. The classes offered by the school can be used as a vocation or the student may go on for a higher education. Open house for the new education center will be March 9.

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Along Main Street By GEORGIA BUSTER January is almost as busy a menth as December. Inauguration January 20, folks working on tax reports and financial reports. If you like to find an excuse to celebrate try one of these: February is American Heart month, frozen potato, National bowling and National Cherry month, February 2 is Groundhog day and February 2-8 is National Children’s dental health . week, so take your choice. The street Christmas decorations were taken down January 14 and all storwl for another year. Willmet Jones has another great-granddaughter. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Eggars of Indianapolis are the parents of a daughter, their second. Mrs. Eggars is the former Judy Jones, daughter of Mrs. W. A. Jones, Jr., and the late Mr. Jones. Willmet is the father of the late Mr. Jones. The Saturday Evening Post, one of America’s oldest and most popular magazines has ceased publication. The owners stated they have been operating in the “red” for some time. Have you given your “Yes” to the Business and Professional Women’s club letter on a threeminute act for Civic Night in Syracuse? If not better get it in the mail at once, “time’s awastin.” The Wawasee restaurant has been closed by orders of the health department. The equipment is old and needs replacing. Too bad, seems Syracuse just can not keep three eating places open at once. If you did not attend the Unity service on January 19 at the Wawasee Prep you missed a wonderful service and most of

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the remarks heard during the fellowship hour were “we should do this often.” Not too many years ago this could not have happened, a service and fellowship between the Catholic and Protestant churches. A changing world, and at least that, is for the best. David Kline, son of Mrs. Clyde Johnston of Syracuse, has reenlisted for another six years of service with the U. S. army. He received a bonus of over $6,000. He is now stationed at Edgewood Arsenal, Md. He and his wife, the former Jeannie Kuhn, live at Edgewood. t Robert E. Buster, Jr., of the U. S. air force stationed at Charleston, S. C„ will go to Japan around April 1, for a threeyear tour of duty. His family will go with him. They will be in Syracuse in March for a leave before going to California where the will fly from Travis A. F. B. to the base in Japan. Syracuse mourns the loss of one of its goed citizens, Mrs. T. L. (Bud) Kline. She was president and a worker in the American Legion Auxiliary here. Blair Laughlin, Jr., arrived in Syracuse Sunday morning. He was at sea as a member of the U. S. navy when his father, died last week. He will be here a ’ couple of days. Syracuse Locals Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Ellson of Syracus? attended the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Smith in the First Baptist church at Garrett on Sunday. Mrs. Agnes Stiffler, Syracuse, has gon? to Winchester to visit her daughter and grandchildren. She will visit her other children before rcturing home. Mr. and Mrs. Gordan Groves and children of, Pleasant Ridge were recent dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bushong at Syracuse.

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'Education* Is Theme For CRC “Education” was the theme for the Columbia Reading Circle meeting Monday, Jan. 13, when the organization met in the home of Mrs. Mervin Mishler. Mrs. Arlo Beiswanger, leader for the evening, introduced her daughter, Mrs. Michael Arnolt of Nappanee. Mrs. Arnolt is the former Vicki Fuller and is a graduate of Ball State university. She gave a short talk on Ball State and college and campus life. She then showed the film “Bridge to Tomorrow” in which she had one of the lead parts. Mrs. Joseph Judkins was a guest for the evening. The organization will meet next on January 27 with Mrs. John Replogle. Mrs. Herbert Stump will be the leader. A silent auction will b? held. JFF Club Holds Game Meeting The JFF club of Syracus? met January 15 in the home of Mrs. Frank Bieber. There was no business meeting. Guests were Mrs. Bill Wesn?r and Mrs. Bill Rogers. Games were played with prizes going to Mrs. Wesner and Mrs. Donna Hastetier. The next meeting will be Feb. ruary 19 with Mrs. Hostetler as the hostess.

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Paul Brewer Enrolled At Tri-State College Paul E. Brewer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Brewer, r 3 Syracuse, is among new students enrolling at Tri-State college, Angola, at the opening of the winter quarter. Enrolled in th? school of business administration, Mr. Brewer will b? among candidates for the bachelor of science degree upon completion of the course. H? is a graduate of Syracuse high school. Tri-State college, founded in 1884, grants bachelor of science degrees in three areas of business administration and in five branches of engineering. It is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. SOLD FARM TO SAM BUSHONG Mrs. Mary Liniger recently sold her 80-acre farm located on r 2 Syracuse (road 6), to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bushong, and moved to Milford. Mrs. Liniger is owner and operator of the Hickory Tavern in Milford which she is remodeling at the present time.

Township Trustee's (Abstract) Report Os Receipts And Disbursements FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1968 Prairie Township, Kosciusko County

Balance FUNDS — Jan. 1 Township ... ..8 418.29 Dog . 239.00 Civil Bond Twp. ,2.180.50 Fire Fighting 687.42 Recreation _ , 501.21 TOTALS 8 4.026 42 DETAILS OF RECEIPTS Source Amount TOWNSHIP FUND Taxps—June 8 1.473.43 Taxes—December 1,100.00 Have not received all Dec. Payment. Total Township Fund 8 2.573.43 DOG FUND Dog Tax from Assessor 8 246.00 CIVIL BOND TWP. FUND Taxes—June 8 2.455.72 Taxes—Dec. 1,800.00 Total Civil Bond Twp. Fund 8 4,235.72 FIRE FIGHTING FUND Taxes—June ‘ 8 1.800.86 Taxes—Dec. 1,200.00 Total Fire Fighting Fund 8 3,000.86 RECREATION FUND Taxes—June 8 327.43 DISBURSEMENTS TOWNSHIP FUND Classification of Expense and To Whom Paid 1 John Lutes „ 8 1,450.00 Joan Lutes 340.00 The Mail-Journal 45.36 Warsaw Times-Union 36.87 S. E. Merriman & Co. 14.60 Warsaw Times-Union 88.12 The Mail-Journal 93.31 3 Earl Byrer __ 8 75.00 Earl Byrer • 50.00 William Durwester 125.00 Earl Byrer 75.00 Algle Truex 200.00

I hereby certify that the foregoing Is a true and correct statement of the receipts and disbursements of the above named township; that a complete and detailed annual report together with all accompanying vouchers showing the names of persons having been paid money by the township has been filed as required by law in the office of the County Auditor, and that a copy of such annual report is in custody of the chairman of the township advisory board. Said report is subject to Inspection by any taxpayer of the township. JOHN W. LUTES, Trustee

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Twilighters Bunco Club Meets In Darr Home The Twilighters Bunco club of Syracus? met in th? home of Mrs. Tim Darr last Wednesday with Mrs. Gene Kitson as cohostess. Winners were Mrs. James Mench, high; Mrs. Philip Strieby, low; Mrs. Franklin Ringler, travel; and the door prize was won by Mrs. Robert Mos?r. Receiving birthday gifts were Mrs. Darr and Mrs. Adrian Zollinger. Anniversary gifts were received by Mrs. Bill Cobum, Mrs. Strieby and Mrs. Warren Benson. The new officers, Mrs. Dan - , president, and Mrs. Moser, secretary4reasurer presided at the meeting. The next meeting will be February 19 with Mrs. Bensin with JWrs. Bill Eyer assisting. SYRACUSE LOCALS Mrs. Helen Overstreet, Syracuse, spent Sunday afternoon in Marion visiting relatives. She returned horn? Monday morning. Mr. and Mrs: A. L. Treat and san of South Bend spent Tuesday afternoon at Syracuse with friends.

Balance Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31 8 2.573.43 8 3,025.46 8 —33.74 246.00 154.00 331.00 4,255.72 4.225.00 2,211.22 3.000.86 3,321.54 366.74 327.43 400.00 423.64 8 10,403.44 8 11,126.00 8 3.303.86 18 Larry Hoffer 8 30.00 Telephone 82.20 Ind. Trustees Ass. 10.00 Atwood American Legton Aux. 10.00 Douglas Baker , 100.00 Wayne Hoffer 100.00 Ray Williamson 100.00 Total 8 3.025.46 DISBURSEMENTS DOG FUND Classification of Expense and To Whom Paid County Auditor 8 139.00 William Long 15.00 Total 8 154.00 DISBURSEMENTS BOND (CIVIL TWP.) FUND Classification of Expense and To Whom Paid Etna Bank 8 4,225.00 Total 8 4.225 00 DISBURSEMENTS FIRE FIGHTING FUND Classification of Exneme and To Whom Paid Kermit Creighton 8 1,250.00 (Treas. Atwood Fire Dept.) Etna Bank 2.071 54 (June 81.045 68 plus Dec. $1,025.86) Total 8 3,321.54 DISBURSEMENTS RECREATION FUND Classification of Expense and To Whom Paid Gelenia Jefferson 8 200.00 Forrest Bouse 200.00 Total 8 400.00