The Mail-Journal, Volume 6, Number 25, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 July 1969 — Page 8

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., July 23, 1969

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A Phantasmagoria Os Fascinating Features

Everything you associate with the old circus and carnival — the Fat Lady, the Thin Man, the Dog-Faced Boy, the Siamese Twins, the Stumbling clowns and graceful ladies riding atop neatly trimmed horses, yes, even the jsmell of peanuts — all this can be found on this week’s Chicago Motor Club 7 AAA tour. We’re visiting the Circus World Museum at Baraboo, Wis., and the nearby Wisconsin Dells as well. This unique museum — with no dusty display cases or musty odor — holds all the color, life, and fascination of the circus of olden days. Every day is Circus Day here, from May into early September. In the ’spring ponderous pachyderms and heavy horses heave to the task of unloading circus wagons. As you approach the scene, you hear on the wind the raucous belching of a monstrous 32-pipe steam calliope and you thrill in anticipation of the opening “parade to ringside.’’ Prancing ponies lead off the acts under the big-top, followed by horses, elephants, goats, monkies and the whole world of circus creatures. Following the show, you may chose to ride in open-air horsedrawn carriages around the museum grounds, stopping occasionally for a closer look at the colorful wagons, wardrobe rooms, and posters of an era that seems so long ago. They just don’t make circuses like they usedoto. In one of the buildings you can view “The Greatest Little Show On Earth,” a precise miniature reproduction of one of the “real” circuses, the famed Ringling Brothers troupe. More than 30,000 individual pieces, carved and animated by John Zweifel of Evanston, 111., recreate the excitement of this great show. This miniature circus takes a full week to put up, and many days to dismantle and pack; while the circuses of old carrying more than a hundred railroad cars and made up of hundreds of wagons and animals and more than a thousand people were moved from town to town daily. As you leave this most un-. usual place, you might glance back at the sign above the gate, where the words “A Phantasmagoria of Fascinating Features” recall the cry of the old midway barker, “It’s a phantasmagoria of fascinating features, friends, right here inside it for one thin dime, see with your very own eyes . . .! !'! And on to the Wisconsin Dells, only a few miles away. Here is a recreation area where nature puts on her own kind of circus. The Dells comprise a mile rocky gorge cut out of rock by the Wisconsin River, leaving towering sandstone cliffs and narrow canyons. The boat tours offer visitors the most thrilling views of the imposing stone facade of the river banks. Upper and Lower Dells tours are offered, and they allow passengers to disembark and

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walk footpaths through cool glens and secluded woodland lairs. The varied landscape ir eludes the Indian meeting place at Stand Rock; Witches Gulch, with its peculiar geological history; and Cold Water Canyon, a mysterious fern - Tilled spot where the >temperatuie always is 20 degrees cooler thkn in surrounding areas. Indian ceremonial dances are performed nightly in the amphitheater formed by nature at Stand Rock. Southwest of Baraboo on the Wisconsin River at Spring Green are two unique pieces of architecture showing how man can enhance his natural surroundings. The first is Frank Lloyd Wright’s home “Taliesin,” and the second is Alex Jordan’s “House on the Rock.” The House on the Rock is a three - level structure perched atop a chimney - like rock 450 feet above the valley floor. Inside are seven pools of running water, six massive fireplaces, and trees growing from the foundation through the roof. Out of doors is a walkway among the trees, sheltered promenades, a gatehouse, and a millhouse with a huge eye - catching fireplace. The view from here stretches 30 miles into the northern woodland country. This area, on the whole, represents both an invigorating new vacation experience and a relaxing break in routine for the entire family. Over 200 Attend Baumgartner Reunion At Cissna Park, 111. Over 200 attended the annual Baumgartner reunion held Sunday in the* park at Cissna Park, 111., marking the 100th anniversary of the emigration of Johannes and Emma Baumgartner to American, soil. After the bountiful dinner, with grace given by Benjamin Anliker of Wolcott, Ind., the following officers were elected: President, Harry Knapp, Cissna Park; vice president. Arch Baumgartner, Milford, Ind.; secretary, Miss Edna Moser, Goodwine, Ill.; and treasurer, Wayne Jacobs, Rankin, 111. A musical program was enjoyed with piano accompaniment by Mrs. Richard Muehling of Cissna Park and Miss Joan Beer of Paxton, 111. The reunion members sang in union “America, the Beautiful” “Illinois”, “Auld Lang Syne”, “I Would Be True”, “God Be With You Til We Meet Again”, and “A Farewell Prayer”. The oldest persons present were William Baumgartner, 96, and his sister, Miss Anna Baumgartner, 94, both of Cissna Park. Those receiving prizes were Mrs. Roger Baumgartner and son Greg, Milford, Ind.; Randy Kuebler, Phoenix, Ariz.; Mr. and Mrs. Duane Reutter, Skokie, Ill.; baby Curtis Anliker, Francesville, Ind.; Karen Bogart, Medaryville, Ind.; and Mrs. Clara Marie Ballard, Ottumwa, la. Mr. and Mrs, Henry Lehman and granddaughter and Miss Caoline Lehman of Lamar, Mo., were present. Their mother is the

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former Caroline Baumgartner of Cissna Park. Area relatives attending were Fred Baumgartner of Syracuse and from Milford, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baumgartner, Mrs. Helen Funk, Miss Edith Baumgartner, Mrs. David Buser, Fred Schori, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Baumgartner, Mr: and Mrs. Wilbur Baumgartner, Mr. and Mrs. Arch Baumgartner, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Baumgartner and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Steven Baumgartner and family. Mr. and Mrs. Myrtus Custer of r 2 Claypool and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Baumgartner of Cleveland also were in attendance. Flower Gardening Is Fun Would you like a new hobby that is relaxing and stimulating and even nets you a suntan? Then try a small annual flower garden, suggests John A. Wott, Purdue university extension home environment horticulturist. Annual flowers grow from seed and flower within the same year. Many of your favorite garden flowers are annuals, but for the beginner — petunias, marigolds and zinnias are favorite choices. To start a flower garden decide where you will put the flowers. If you’ll use them for cutting, look for a convenient back yard location. Or plant each variety as a mass grouping to accent your present landscape plantings. Whatever the purpose of the flower garden, remember that anrtuals need direct sunlight. Also, decide how many plants you’ll want — don’t plant more than you can care for, advises Wott. Petunias, the favorite of annuals, bloom until frost. They are found in a variety of colors — some with two-toned effects.

Public Sale Ted Baumgartner residence one block north of stop light on state road 15, east 2/z blocks, the only house in third block, or first house west of Public Library in Milford, Ind., on SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 1969 TIME: 12:30 p.m. HOUSEHOLD GOODS Lowrey Electric Organ and Bench G. E. Combination Refrigerator and Freezer (excellent condition) 3-Piece Sectional; 2 Rugs 9 x 12 and 1 rug 6x9 Complete Bedroom Suite (excellent condition) Iron Bed with Spring and Mattress 2 Electric Fans; Enco Electric Roaster Several Table Ridios; 1 Console Radio; 45 Record Player - Records 1 Stand; 1 End Table Breakfast Set with 4 Chairs Several Dining Room Chairs 1 Set of Dishes Electric Bed Blanket, 2 Mirrors, Baby Play Pen Electric Massage Pillow, Large Electric Vaporizer Luggage, Pottery, Flower Pots, Artificial Flowers, Flower Urns Bathroom Stool, Lavatory, Medicine Cabinet, Large Sink Window Screens, Rakes, Axe, Potato Fork, Ice Spud, Ice Skates 1 Case of Farm Fuel Filters (complete with adapter) New Grease Gun; Set Golf Clubs and Cart Lots of Pipe Fittings; Chicken Netting and Fence Bird Cage and Bird Bath 28 Ft. Extension Ladder, 2 Step Ladders, 2 Regular Ladders 30 x 36 Safe; Iron Skillet; Pots and Pans; Dishes; Electric Razor Garden Hose Reel; Porch Glider; 6 - 5-gal. Buckets of Paint ANTIQUES Old Books; Old Pictures and Frames 2 Old Trunks; Oak Table; Glass Jars Post Cards; Fire Place Mattel and Screen Clock; Small Rocking Chair TERMS—CASH Not Responsible For Accidents TED BAUMGARTNER Auctioneer—DWlGHT MILLER CIerk—MAURICE BEER

Marigolds, planted for their yellow and orange colored blooms, appear to catch the summer sunshine on gloomy days, believes Wott. Zinnias, another annual, come in a wide variety of sizes, colors and shapes. You may either start your flowers from seed or purchase small seedlings. Plants started from seeds usually take longer to bloom. Seedlings, sometimes with well-formed flower buds, may be set out as soon as frost danger is past. Prepare the soil when it crumbles easily. Work into the soil 2-3 pounds of a 5-10-5 or similar analysis fertilizer to 100 square feet of garden area, suggests Wott. Keep the soil moist, especially if you planted seedlings. If problems develop, contact your local garden center, or the county extension office. For more information, write for a copy of “Growing Annual Flowers ” Purdue university mineo HO-72-6. Single copies are free to Indiana residents by writing the Mailing Room, AES Building, Purdue university Lafayette, Ind. 47907. EBENEZER LADIES AID MEETS AT CROMWELL The Ebenezer Ladies Aid met last Thursday afternoon in the heme of Mrs. Fred Harper on r 1 Cromwell. Mrs. Arthur Morris was co-hostess. Mrs. JRoy Wilkinson, president, conducted the meeting. Devotions were gjven by Mrs. Morris. Despite the warm weather, 18 members responded to roll cail and there were four guests, Mrs. Shell, mother of the Harper; Mrs. Erma Modesitt, Miss Mabel Forbes, and Debbie Reed. Following a short business sion refreshments were served by the hostesses during the social hour. The August meeting will be held at Hex Grange hall.

Eugene Ringgenberg Submits Bid of $25,510 for Thomson Site

The only bid submitted for the controversial Thomson site at the meeting of the Whitko Community School Corporation board of trustees Monday night was that of Eugene Ringgenberg, a farmer of r 2 Pierceton The bid was in the form of a letter read by president of the board Maurice Scott. The letter stated: “In accordance with the legal notice pertaining to section 3, township 31, range BE, Whitley county, I submit the bid of $25,510 and attach here a certified cashier’s check in the amount of $2,551, representing 10 per cent of the bid, as required. Eugene Ringgenberg, r 2 Pierceton”. President Scott announced this was the only bid received and suggested the board members take it under advisement until the attorney, Howard Heckner, returned to this state. He informed the board it could act on the bid immediately if it so desired. Byron McCammon, secretary of the board moved to defer action until the atotrney could be consulted. Vice president Eldred Metzger seconded this motion. Member William Helfrich voted with the other two members and it was unanimous. Scott instructed superintendent Keith Carper to notify the attorney of the bid and the board moved to other matters. Meeting Opened The meeting was opened by the president saying: “Under ordinary circumstances this meeting would be postponed due to the death of the mother of Robert Steller, board member, but as it was a legal meeting for bids to be opened as advertised, the meeting must continue as scheduled.” The minutes of the July 7 and July 14 meetings were read and approved as read. The July 14 meeting was a special one in which only the hiring of the new superintendent and the signing of contracts for teachers and

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other employees was disposed of. Scott then recognized the visitors asking if any wished to speak. There were about 30 persons present but none desired an audience. The president then said he was happy to have superintendent with the board and asked all patrons to cooperate with him. To Sell Monroe Building Scott asked Carper his opinion of what to* do with the Monroe school building. The latter said it had been his experience in the past whenever a building was not being used it deteriorated. He said if the building was not to be used he would suggest the board have it appraised and advertise it for sale. He said most of the moveable equipment had already been transferred to other school buildings in the corporation where it could be used. A question arose from James Townsend concerning a movie projector belonging to a church which had been exchanged temporarily with one belonging to the school. The superintendent is to check this with principal Richard Reed an'd Colonel Likins to see if it can be located. Metzger made the motion to sell the building, McCammon made the second and the motion carried unanimously. The attorney is to be instructed to draw up the advertising for the same. Routine Business The routine business conducted next was the signing of contracts on a motion/by Metzger and a second by Helfrich; the acceptance of the resignation of Ronald Noyer, chemistry - physics - math teacher at South Whitley, on a motion by Metzger and by McCammon, these motions carrying unanimously. The approval of claims under Title 1 of numbers 806-814 in the amount of $480.12 and claims from the General Fund, 726-805, in the amount of

$7,826.71, was also unanimous after the motions to approve were made by Metzger and seconded by Helfrich in the first instance and in the reverse order for the second instance. This was the part of the meeting given over to the opening of the farm bids Letter From Heckner A letter from attorney to the board was read here, explaining his absence due to a disposition out of the state. He enclosed a resolution sent him from Mr. Wright attorney for the plaintiff in the suit pending against the corporation and his recomendation concerning the same. The resolution was signed by T. G. Warner, Don Davis, Rudy L. Ross, Galen Wilkinson, Carroll Wilkinson, Phyllis G. Armstrong, Max C. Leiter and David Dunfee. Heckner Urges Study Attorney Heckner urged the board to study the resolution. The president made note of the following, concerning the resolution, as Heckner’s objections. “Article five makes no reference of elementary school in Pierceton; article six, the Future Farmers of America is not

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a function of the school corporation, but should be given moral support, but the corporation can not legally appropriate funds for the organization; and articles seven, eight, nine, 10 and 11 are matters of policy and take the decision of the board, not individual groups; and that in number 12, he agreed all law suits should be dismissed, but not by giving away the discretion of the board to any small group of patrons. Metzger moved that the attorney’s letter and the resolution be made a part of the minutes of the meeting. McCammon made the second and the motion carried unanimously. President Scott announced the next regular meeting would be August 4 and the board was to meet in executive session after the close of the meeting. Metzger made the motion to adjourn. McCammon made the second and this being unanimous. the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. MILFORD LOCAL Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Baumgartner of Cleveland attended the Baumgartner reunion at Cissna Park, 111., Sunday. They were the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baumgartner, Milford, from Sunday evening until Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Baumgartner called on Dr. Jeraldine Baumgartner in Fort Wayne before returning to Cleveland.