The Mail-Journal, Volume 6, Number 17, Milford, Kosciusko County, 28 May 1969 — Page 6

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., May 28, 1969

Leesburg-Oswego News

By Mrs. Pearl Lyons Nuptial Vows Spoken In May Wedding Os Judith Smith To R. Douglas Smith

The Leesburg United Methodist church was the scene of the wedding of Miss Judith Lynne Smith and R. Douglas Smith on Saturday afternoon, May 10, at 2:30. Before an altar graced with candles, daisies, and other spring flowers, Rev. David Gosser, pastor of the church, assisted by Rev. Warren Saunders, pastor of the United Methodist church of Carmel, read the double ring ceremony before 250 quests. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Avery Hall, organist, and Mrs. Robert Allen, soloist. Postmaster and Mrs. Clifford Smith of Leesburg are parents of the bride. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Smith, also of Leesburg. Cage of Organza Gown The bride, given in marriage by her father, appeared wearing a cage of organza over taffeta wedding gown which* was appliqued with Venice lace, with bands of the same lace forming cuffs for the sheer bishop sleeves. A band of Venice lace touched with seed pearls formed the stand-up collar and the detachable wattau train of organza was edged and appliqued with Venice lace flowerets. A toque of Venice lace encrusted with seed pearls and crystal beads held the bouffant illusion veil of the bride. She carried a cascade arrangement of shasta daisies. Serving as maid of honor was Miss Jeri Hufford of Lafayette. She wore a floor length gown of brown cerano cotton featuring a sleeveless empire waist with a Peter pan collar. Her headdress was a natural straw picture hat banded with..brown. She carried a cascade arrangement of daisies in a natdral straw basket. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Ron Szekendi and Mrs. John Dye, both of South Bend. They wore gowns and carried flowers identical to those of the maid of honor. Staci Smith, sister of the bridegroom, served as junior bridesmaid. Her gown was identical to the other bridesmaids. She wore a white picture hat and carried a white basket of daisies. Jerry Kammerer of Leesburg stood as best man for his broth-er-in-law. Bruce Smith, Leesburg, brother of the bride, Richard Winkler of Frankfort, 111., and Richard Kennedy of Fort Carson, Colo., served as ushers. Both Leesburg HS Graduates The bride is a graduate of the Leesburg high school and received her degree in elementary education at Ball State university. She will teach in the Warsaw Community school system in the fail. The bridegroom, a Viet Nam war veteran, is also a of Leesburg high school and attended International Business college

until drafted. He is employed at Leesburg Grain Elevator, Company, owned and operated by the Smith family. Following the ceremony, a reception for 200 guests was held in Warsaw. Family suppers for 50 guests were held in the homes of the parents of the bridal couple. After a wedding trip to,Calif or=nia, the newlyweds will heme after June 15 at the^Beecb- r ' s ' er Wiggins apartments on wth West street, Warsaw. TIPPY LEE CLUB IN MAY MEETING Mrs. Richard Allen, assisted by Mrs. Don Tarner, was hostess to the Tippy Lee club Wednesday evening. Mrs. Allen, vice president, presided at the meeting. Garden hints were given by Mrs. Tarner and the lesson, “Style at Your Windows”, was given by Mrs. Zazil Badger. There were 15 members who answered roll call by giving various short topics of interest. Mystery prizes were won by Mrs. Richard Vanator and Mrs. Don Puckett. The songs, “Row, Row Your Boat” and "Three Blind Mice”, were sung in rounds by the members and Mrs Hal Strong gave the history of the songs. A bazaar was planned for Leesburg Days. Refreshments were served by the hostesses. MAY MEETING OF EIGHT SQUARE CLUB The Eight Square club met on Tuesday evening with Mrs. Jack Hetler with Mrs. Fred Kuhn, the assistant hostess. Mrs. James Hite gave the meditations, “I Try”. “Tetanus Shots” was the subject of the health and safety remarks given by Mrs. Ed Morgan and garden hints by Mrs. Roy Hizer, told of planting the best varieties of vegetables. The lesson, “Food for the Young Family”, was given by Mrs. Melvin Gunter. Reports on the presidents’ council and the trip committee were given. A round of “Row, Row Your Boat” was led by Mrs. Wallace Huffman. Refreshments were served to 21 members and one guest, Mrs. Mike Foreman. Jonathan Grosser Ordained As Deacon Jonathan Gosser, son of Rev. and Mrs. David Gosser, was ordained as deacon Saturday at a meeting of the conference held on the Purdue university campus. Ones attending from the local United Methodist church were Mrs. Ruben Clover, Mrs. Clyde Bair, Misses Terri and Karen Pound, Mrs. Maxine Robinson,

Phone 453-3921 Mrs. Lawrence Randall, Mrs. Ruth Deatsman, Mrs. Bernice Watkins, Mrs. Richard Allen and Mrs. Robert Allen. Sunday morning, Jonathan was guest speaker at the worship service here. Following, a fellowship hour was held in the fellowship hall in recognition of him. Cake, coffee, and punch were served. LEGION AUXILIARY MEETS AT TOWN HALL TUESDAY Members of the American Lek gion Auxiliary met Tuesday evening at town hall with Mrs. Le Von Heckaman as hostess. Poppies were prepared for selling and final plans were made for the float and the parade planned for Memorial Day. Refreshments were served by the hostess to the ten members present. LEESBURG GIRLS IN REVUE A ballet dancing revue was held Friday night with the theme, “Sleeping Beauty”, used by the instructor, Mrs. Tom Maze. Girls appearing from the community were Staci Smith, Kelly McCorkle, Denise and Anna Bell and Kay Allen. VISIT FORMER RESIDENT Mrs. Lawrence Randall, Mrs. Ruth Deatsman, and Mrs. Bernice Watkins visited Mrs. Eva Bridenback at the Leslie nursing home at Buck Creek Saturday. She is a former Leesburg resident. COMMUNITY NEWS Larry Bishop has returned to his home after attending Wayland Baptist college at Plainview, Texas, last winter. He will attend baccalaureate and commencement of Grace college this week His brother, Robert Warren Bishop, is one of the graduates of Grace college. Miss Mary Brubaker is a patient in Murphy Medical Centei . She fell at her home and cracked her pelvic bone. Mrs. Esther Lloyd is spending two weeks with her daughter, Mrs. Robert Moles, and husbard at Carpentersville, 111. She will attend the commencement for her grandson who is graduating from college and for her granddaughter who is graduating from nurses training. Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Lycns spent Wednesday afternoon in Sharpsville. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Timmons and family of Milford spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Timmons and family. Mrs. Mildred Klopenstein spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Esta Yocum. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Irvin have

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returned to their home after the winter in Florida. Mr. *>and Mrs. Ed Strausburg of Fort Wayne visited Mrs. Amanda Stackhouse and Mrs. Iva Etter Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Nellie Mathews of Indianapolis is visiting her brother, Harry Beatty. She will remain until after Memorial Day. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Metge spent Sunday in South Bend. They visited Joe Rothballer, a relative. Mr and Mrs. Paul Kegebein of near Milford spent Sunday evening visiting them. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Kammerer and sons enjoyed a chicken barbecue Sunday evening at the Larry Polk home. Staff Sergeant Donel Bayne of Fort Polk, La., is enjoying a leave at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. Emil Dye. He visiteel Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Lyons Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Nolan McConnell of Peru spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Roger McConnell. Mrs. Ruth DeFries and Mrs. Ray Ferverda visited Mrs. Amancia Stackhouse one afternoon last week. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Irvine spent Friday in Converse with Rev. and Mrs. Charles Cowan. Rev. Cowan is not so well. Kerri Hartman is improving and expects to be dismissed from the Goshen hospital to her home Tuesday or Wednesday. Mrs. Carl Richey entertained two tables of bridge on Thursday evening. Mrs. William McCoy won first prize, Mrs. Jesse Pritchett, second, and Mrs. Herman Buckingham, third. Refreshments were served by the hostess. Miss Eva Gunter of Goshen was a Saturday afternoon visitor cf Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Lyons. WRG ATTENDS CHURCH SUNDAY Members of John C. Adams 278, Women’s Relief Corps of Syracuse, attended services in the Church of the Brethren on Memorial Sunday, May 25. Following the services Mrs. Estella Swartz and Mrs. Mae Rinker want to the home of Mrs. Frank Bates on Syracuse Lake, where a small boat of flowers was set adrift on the lake and a service held honoring all servicemen buried at sea. Lionel Bates of Chicago, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bates, put the boat in the water. Cited For Leaving Scene Os Accident John D. Hoover, 32, r 2 Syracuse, has been cited for leaving the scene of a property damage accident following a mishap at the west edge of Oswego on the Armstrong road at 3:20 a. m. Thursday. Hoover told deputy sheriff Ron Robinson that he missed a turn and was backing when his car strtick three mailboxes owned by Guy Reese, Jr., W. E. Riffe, and I. G. Wolford at SIOO and estimated damage to Hoover’s car at SSOO.

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th. Services Kenneth Butt Is Mortarman In Viet Nam US ARMY, VIET NAM - vjrmy specialist four Kenneth G. Butt, 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Butt, r 4 Syracuse, was assigned to the 4th infantry division near Pleiku Viet Nam, April 25 as a mortarman. Address Os Stephen Yoder Given Pfc. Stephen C. Yoder arrived in Viet Nam a month ago and is about 15 miles northwest of Tay Ninh. His address is: Pfc. Stephen C. Yoder US 55949603 Co. E, 2d Bn, 12th Cav. Ist Air Cav. Div. APO San Francisco, 96490

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Brian F. Smith Completes Basic SAN ANTONIO—Airman Brian F. Smith, son of Mrs. Eleanor M. Kee, 320 N. Union St., Warsaw, has completed basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas. He has been assigned to Keesler AFB, Miss., for training in the air traffic control field. Airman Smith, a 1963 graduate of Warsaw high schdbl, attended Ball State university. His father, Charles F. Smith, resides at 205’/2 Highland Road, Westminster, Md. Welcome Home Dinner Honors David Bieber A welcome home dinner honored ET-1 David Bieber Sunday in the Wallace Scott home at Syracuse. He is with the U. S. navy and has just returned from a year duty in Viet Nam. There were 46 guests, from Syracuse, Milford and Nappanee. ET-1 Bieber will leave next month with Mrs. Bieber and their three children for San Diego, Calif., where he will board a submarine for another tour of duty. Mrs. Bieber is the former Mary Scott. Mrs. Earl Hamman of Goshen is returning to her home on r 3 Syracuse in the near future.

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SWEARS IN SON — Col. Joseph A. Gray, USMC (retired) of Lake Wawasee is shown at Chicago where he swore in his son, Joseph H. Gray, into the army’s warrant officers candidate program for flight training. Young Gray is taking his basic at Fort Polk, La. . .

Commercial Vehicles Due For Inspection On Or Before August 1

Willard L. Walls, administrator of Indiana’s department of vehicle inspection, had this reminder for Indiana operators of commercial vehicles. Approximately a half-million Indiana registered trucks, truck - trailers and buses will require inspection on or before August 31, 1969. Walls defined a “commercial, vehicle” as one which is owned or operated by a common, contract or private carrier in the furtherance of any commercial enterprise. He further stated that every public inspection station which is equipped to inspect trucks shall prominently display a sign setting forth separate fee rates for the inspection of each classification of truck. Commercial vehicles inspected will be due for reinspection one (1) year from the month in which they were inspected, provided, that the vehicle is not involved in an accident that the investigating officer recommends the vehicle be reinspected. BROWNIE TROOP 222 HAS SPONSOR Jackson Sand and Gravel of r 2 Milford hgs‘become the sponsor of the Brownie Troop 222 of Milford. Mr. Jackson has donated 10 Brownie uniforms to be kept in the troop and used from year to year. " All first grade girls wishing to become Girl Scouts should contact Mrs. Tommy Dye, as they are now eligible to become Brownies.

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<8 Home Nursing Certificates Given To 450 Residents Over 450 certificates in home nursing courses offered by the American Red Cross have been awarded to Kosciusko county residents according to Mrs. Hobart Creighton nursing service chairman of the county Red Cross chapter. Out of the total 405 were pupils *in the county’s junior and senior high schools. Many of them received their certificates in connection with their school’s awards day. In addition 31 adults have completed the Red Cross home nursing course as part of their training as nurses aides. Mrs. June Reed, registered nurse of the Murphy Medical Center was the instructor, Mrs. Reed has also taken special training in Red Cross procedures. In the school the courses are taught by teachers in the home ec department who have had Red Cross training. Lakeland Schools " In the Lakeland schools Mrs. Maxine Yoder was the teacher of the mother’s aid course to a class of 45 pupils. This is a new course intended for students of that age who have responsibilities for the care of younger brothers and sisters in the ab-

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sence of their parents of when babysitting for others. This group was also given demonstrations of mouth -to - mouth resuscitation by Mrs. Howard Funnel!, first aid chairman of the Red Cross chapter. Mrs. Funnell also gave them suggestions for first aid measurers if needed when babysitting. Mrs. Janice Baumgartner, senior high school teacher at Wawasee, had 23 girls in her home nursing class. Other Schools Mrs. Mary Reece, head of the home ec department of the Warsaw schools, was assisted by Mrs. Mary Alice Burnstein, Mrs. Grace Mannan and Miss Patricia Zuwarski, student teacher. From the senior high school 112 students received certificates. Mrs. Mannan taught the mothers aid course to 90 junior high pupils. At the Mentone high school Mrs. Opal Carpenter was the instructor for the class of 20 girls taking the home nursing course Six girls of the senior high school at Pierceton took the course under the direction of Mrs. Lois Harris. Should a group of eight or more indicate their interest in taking the 12 hour home nursing course the county chapter will arrange for the class. Interested persons should call the Red Cross office in Warsaw to register for the course. Luncheon Honors Nursing Grads A luncheon May 21 in the Community hospital at Indianapolis honored 33 senior nursing students from Indiana Central college. They received their clinical training at Community hospital. W. C. McLin, president of the 600-bed hospital which sjxjnsored the luncheon, was the speaker. Mrs. James (Susan Kitson) Snider was among the seniors attending the luncheon. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Kitson of Syracuse. Syracuse Locals Mrs. Gertrude Coppock and her daughter, Mrs. Russell Neterer of Hunting called on Mrs. Estelle Swartz at Syracuse on Friday. Mrs. Robert Insley, Syracuse, had as luncheon guests Tuesday, Cecil Coy, Mrs. Bessie Bushong, Mrs. Phillip Leonard, and Mrs. Estelle Swartz.