The Mail-Journal, Volume 7, Number 10, Milford, Kosciusko County, 8 April 1970 — Page 7
Leesburg-Oswego News
By Mrs. Max (Chearyl) Miller Mrs. Wallace Installed As Worthy Matron A t Leesburg
The Leesburg Order of Eastern Star 287 held its installation cm March 28. The officers took their stations and The Lord’s Prayer was repeated by all. The pledge to the American flag we given, followed by singing of the National Anthem and the pledge to the Christian flag. Worthy matron. Mrs. Jean Gift, read an opening poem and welcomed all. The installing matron was escorted east by the conductress. The officers then retired to prepare for installation. A musical interlude was played by Mrs. Avery Hall on the piano before the ceremony began C After the new worthy matronX Mrs. Lillian Wallace, was in-X stalled she was sung to by Mrs. Doug Metcalf, the song “We’re in Love with You. Lillian.’’ Mrs. Lillian Wallace was then escorted east. Her escort consisted of girls who work with her at Donnelly's. The worthy patron. Keith Felton, was then installed followed by a cute song from his grandson Bobbie Miller. Mr Felton’s escort consisted of members of the Masonic lodge and his wife All other officers were then installed The new worthy matron. Mrs Wallace, spoke briefly explaining her choice erf motto, theme, colors and watchwords. She recognized all for their presence i and those involved with her escort and installation Her special friends and family were
Town Board OKs Car Wash In Town Os Leesburg The town board met at 7 p.m. on Monday evening at the town hall George and John Snyder and John Syage were present to ask the board about installing a coin operated car wash in connection with their gas service station at the intersection of State Road 15 and Van Buren street They explained that their drain went directly into the creek and did not enter the storm drain of the town The board had no objection to them,building such a business as they had no jurisdiction over the matter There was a motion made to transfer an amount of SBOO from the cumulative capital improvement fund to the general fund Union Tool has indicated a desire to sell the shop building at Prairie St and Harrison St. intersection. the price is $3500 The unanimous agreement that the price was too high that the
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introduced. Worthy patron. Keith Felton, did the same. Jr. past matron. Mrs. Jean Gift and Jr. past patron. Maurice Huffman were escorted to the altar to sign the Bible. The decorations were “Let There Be Light" and effulgent sun on drapes in the east. A big bouquet of yellow glads were in front of the podium. In the west was a Lemon Tree The dining hall was decorated with yellow and blue crepe paper and little kerosene lamps. The head table was decorated with small candles, bird cage and gifts. Refreshments of a salad bar, “ffench and coffee were prepared by the past matrons . Othen4)fficers for 1970: \Assdciate Matron — Carla Sue Associate Patron — Doug Metcalf Secretary — Doris Huffman Treasurer — Helen Albert Conductress — Jean Wiseman Associate Conductress — Betty Heder . Chaplain — Nellie Henderson Marshal — Cheryl Landis Organist — Dorothy McCoy Adah— Lois Lundy Ruth — Marty Wiseman Esther — Eileen Lichenwaiter Martha — Mary Stalter Electa —Becky Carlin Warder — Malvolene Dobbins Sentinel — Russell Lichtenwalter Soloist — Sandra Allen Bible Bearer — Leora Stookey Prompter — Ida Kammerer
town would not be interested in the building as it would be burned down leaving only a small lot. The junk car ordinance is to be enforced by Town Marshal Tay Hess THREE ARTS CLUB MEETS MONDAY The Three Arts club met at the home of Mrs. Paul Schwinnen Monday evening with eight members present, and two guests. Mrs. Jack Baugher and Mrs. Junior Goon. Two films were shown by the cancer society* Mr. Wheeler and Dr. Mason answered questions. A bake sale and a white elephant sale was held. Mrs. Mike Noel auctioned them off. Mrs. Jerry Kammerer and Mrs Manis Miller will be checking about getting a concession stand for Leesburg Days. It was announced Mrs. Mike Cox. one of the members, had a baby boy. During the business meeting there was a discussion on guest night to be held on April 20th at the town hall. New officers for the 1970-71 year were: President — Mrs Larry Elliott
Phone: 453-3792 Vice-President — Mrs. Jerry Brown Secretary — Mrs. Manis Miller Treasurer — Mrs. Larry Summy. They will be taking office in September. LADIES MISSIONARY MEETS AT HOME OF MRS. ALDEN CLARK The Ladies Missionary Fellowship of the Calvary Baptist church. Oswego, met in the home of Mrs. Alden Clark Monday evening. Devotions were given and a business meeting was conducted. During the business meeting election of officers were held with the following results: President -r Mrs. Alden Clark Vice-President — Mrs. Sam Popenfoose Sec.-Treas. — Mrs. Bryon Myers Project committee — Mrs. Charles Hunter. Chariman; Mrs. Ed Teeple and Mrs. Marvin Fuller - The rest of the evening was spent making poster pictures for Bible school for visual aid. SUZANNE CIRCLE IN MONDAY MEETING The Suzanne Circle of the United Methodist church met on Monday evening in the home of Mrs Hal Strong. Mrs. Wallace Huffman gave devotion the lesson was on "The Economy of the Missionary Church's”. There were eight members present. During the business meeting they discussed the mother - daughter banquet to be held at the church on May 1. Refreshments were served by the hostess. TIPPY LEE MEETS AT CORMANY HOME The April meeting of the Tippy Lee Home Extension club met at the home of Mrs. Paul Cormany with Mrs Raymond Custer as cohostess. Mrs. Don Puckett opened the meeting with the group repeating the pledge to the flag and the club creed. The group sang “America the Beautiful.” Mrs. Robert Allen read the history of the song of the month “In the Gloaming” and led the group in singing it. Mrs. Max Shively gave meditation, “A Homemaker.” Twelve members answered to roll call “What would you do with a 25th hour". Mrs. Richard Allen discussed the spring luncheon to be held at the Shrine building in April. The club voted to support theI.F.Y.E. representative. John Roberts. Mrs. Don Puckett and Mrs. Linda Conkle gave a lesson on Fabrics. Examples of fabrics were shown. Mrs. Myron Tschupp and Mrs. John Flory won the hostess
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frizes. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Gerald Murphy. Bridal Shower For Pamela Morlan Sunday A bridal shower was held at the home of Mrs. Harold McKibben on Sunday afternoon, with Mrs. Joe McKibben serving as hostess. The shower was for Pamela Morlan of Bourbon, who will become the bride of Tom McKibben on April 24th. The color scheme was yellow and white and the gift table had a bridal centerpiece. Miss Morlan sat on a chair under an umbrella decorated with crepe paper. Cake, punch and ice cream were served to the 17 persons present. COMMUNITY NEWS Mrs. Don Warner. David, Cathy spent last Friday with Mrs. Hal Strong. Merri, Holly and Hal. Jr. A surprise birthday party was held recently at the home of Miss Nevada Lippincott, for Miss Lippincott. Those who helped her celebrate were the Robert Teeple family, Jerry Teeple, Joy Johnnsen. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Teeple. Mr. and Mrs. Rod Teeple. Mr. and Mrs. John Teeple and granddaughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Teeple. Mrs. Nettie Teeple. all of the Leesburg-Warsaw area and those from Fort Wayne were Mrs. Marciel Teeple, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Teeple. Rex Teeple and his fiancee. Margie New Hart. Mrs Edna Byrer of Warsaw spent last week with her daughter and family. Mr. and Mrs. Bishop and family. Leo Donahue will leave April 17th for Cleveland Clinic hospital, where he will have open heart surgery on April 20th. Mrs. Agnes Gross. Mrs. Esta Yocum and Miss Neva Gross of Warsaw visited with Earl Gross at the Miller’s Merry Manor at Warsaw, Sunday afternoon.Mrs. Fred Anglin and Mrs. Ron Szkandi and children were recent dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Anglin. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Buckingham returned Saturday evening from a five week vacation. They visited with their children, Mr. and Mrs. Larry’ Gill of Las Vegas, Nev., Captain and Mrs. Fred Buckingham and son at Little Rock air force base. Ark., and they also visited the Simpson Redwood Mills at Arcata, Calif. Mr. Ernest Beery from Seville, Ohio, visited with his daughter and her family, from Tuesday till Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Immel and family. Mr. and Mrs. Willis Hollett were recent Sunday dinner guests of her brother, Billy C. Archibold and family of Logansport Mr. Archibold took them on a tour of the Griffon air force base in the afternoon.
Lisa Rager Wins Saturday Spelling Bee Lisa Rager of Warsaw won the annual seventh-eighth grade spelling bee Saturday at Warsaw by spelling the 378th word in the contest, “malfunction.” She successfully spelled the word, “luxuriant” which was missed by runner-up Cynthia Rapp, H, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Rapp, r 2 Milford, in the 91st round. Lisa's sister, Linda, successfully won the county fifthsixth grade spelling contest two weeks ago which will put the girls face to face this Saturday against one another to determine the county representative in the state regional finals at Fort Wayne in the late spring. Order in which the contestants were eliminated and the words missed were: Keith Brown. Claypool — herb, in the fifth round Bruce Bryant. Larwill — application, 13th round Diane Metzger, Sidney — biceps. 13th round Lynn McFarland. Syracuse — echelon. 16th round Steven Coverstone, North Webster — concordat. 76th round Teresa Johnson. South Whitley — fascism. 80th round Cynthia Rapp. Milford — luxuriant. 91st round Lisa Rager, Warsaw — luxuriant and malfunction spelled correctly to win the bee in the 92nd round POTLUCK SUPPER HONORS Howard .McDonald, NAPPANEE Howard McDonald of Nappanee was the honored guest Saturday evening when a potluck supper was held at his home in obserxance of his birthday. Those present were his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Greenwait, Mr. and Mrs. Opal Ganshom. Mrs. Gilbert McClough. Mrs. Opal Klinefelter, all of Etna Green, Mr. and Mrs. Woody Slabaugh. Nappanee, and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Miller of -Milford.
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WORK AT FISH HATCHERY — Work is in full swing at the Lake Wawasee fish hatchery to renovate the site as a public facility. Trucks have been moving in dirt to fill several of the fish ponds for a 75-car parking area, and two other beds are being put into one which
Resolute Action Token By KCH Board Last Night
Directors ors Kosciusko Community Hospital, Inc., meeting last night at the Cardinal Learning Center in Warsaw, voted overwhelmingly in favor of a motion made by Robert Ellison to "go it alone" in an effort to provide further medical facilities for the residents of Kosciusko county. The motion was: “Having exhausted all avenues of cooperation with the Murphy Medical Center, we now chart our own course to erect as soon as possible a medical service facility for our comty.” In a called vote there were 19 “yeas,” one “nay” and two abstentions. The abstentions came from Ralph Oyler and Merlin Wertenberger, both county council members, and the “nay” from Don Deaton. Deaton later explained his vote, stating he felt we had already made this decision, and that the motion was simply “old ground." He said, “Now let’s get on with the business at hand.” Had 39 Present There were 39 present at the meeting called of the entire 92member county organization, with
LIGONIER NEWS By ROSE CUNNINGHAM HOMEMAKERS CLUB IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON MEET Twenty-four members and four guests from Sparta township attended the Perry Township Homemakers Extension club meeting at the Eagles hall Wednesday afternoon. The meeting was opened with the group singing the song of the month “In the Gloaming” and roll call was responded to by “Why We Should Budget”. All members thought it a good idea to budget but few had made it a practice over the years. The club president, Mrs. Tom Hite, presented Charter member, Mildred Crothers, with an orchid corsage to commemorate her birthday. The project lesson on “Camping Recipes” was given byMrs. Dean Hite. Dates to remember, according to the announcements, were the county spring banquet on May 4th at the Sveden House, Gateway Plaza Fort Wayne, and a trip to Holland. Mich., with the Noble county Homemakers Extension clubs, on May 14th. The committee serving refreshments was Mrs. Elbert Roe and Mrs Fred Cunningham The next meeting will be on May 6th at the home of Mrs. Ellsworth Peterson. CLASS HONORS MRS. COUTS About 70 members and former members of the Serve Christ First Class of the CentenaryUnited Methodist church met at the church Sunday evening to honor their teacher, Mrs. Arthur Couts, on her birthday. Mrs. Couts has taught the group almost 30 years. After the carry-in supper Ellsworth Peterson led the group in their devotions and Mrs. James Golden was in charge of
president Lawrence Castaldi presiding. Joe Boggs, secretary, read the minutes of the previous meeting which were approved. Castaldi asked members of his executive board to comment on progress, if any, they felt has been made. Those who spoke were Robert Maish, Robert Ellison, John Snell, Arch Baumgartner and Tom Lemon. Maish said he felt all avenues of good faith with the directors of the Murphy Medical Center have been explored, and that it is time to move on our own. Baumgartner said he felt there has been a constant lack of faith on the part of the MMC board, that their application for federal Hill-Burton funds was in reality” a ruse, a successful attempt to muddy the waters.” John Snell said, “if anyone has any idea of what we can do that we haven’t already done, we should charge them with the responsibility and let them proceed at once.” Lemon spoke at length on background to relations for an amicable solution with the MCC board.
the group singing. Glenn Longenbaugh served as master of ceremonies and introduced several members of the class who read poems and articles honoring Mrs. Couts. These included Mrs. Forrest Slabaugh. Mrs. Margaret Hunter, Mrs. Lee Wellman and Dr. Q. F. Stultz. Original members of the class were introduced and Mrs. Ralph Bueker was in charge of a contest. A trio consisting of Mrs. Glenn Longenbaugh. Mrs. James Golden and Leland Poppy sang “1 Believe in Miracles”. Out of town guests attending were Mr. and Mrs. Leland Poppy, North Manchester; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Huffer, Warsaw; Mr. and Mrs. Don Poppy, Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. Lester Keiffer, Wawaka; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hartzler, South Whitley; and Miss Martha Sullivan. South Bend The committee in charge of arrangements was headed by Mrs. Merrill Grooms with Mrs. Stacey Archer, Mrs. John Todd. Mrs. Max Coy and Mrs James Sprague assisting. PERRY BUSY BEES HOLD MEETING Perry Busy Bees Girls' 4-H club will hold their meeting Monday at 3:30 p.m. in the Centenary United Methodist church building As the deadline for enrollment was on April 1, the program for the year will get underway at this meeting. Orlo Vernon Borger Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Ligonier funeral home for Orlo Vernon Borger, son of James and Susan Guntie Borger, who died April 5 in a Richmond hospital. Mr. Borger was associated with a Chicago corporation for six years before moving to Ligonier where he purchased several farms which he operated also conducting an insurance business. He was a member of the Ligonier United Methodist church and was quite active in church affairs for many years prior to his illness. His wife, June Fahl Borger, preceded him in death in October 1961. Survivors include two sons, Harold. Cincinnati, Ohio and Donald. Fort Wayne; a brother. Floyd. Sr., Chicago, four grandchildren and two great-
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w ill be stocked with fish for youngsters to “try their luck.” At a later time the building will be renovated to serve as headquarters for the conservation officers.
stating the hospital has never been, a not-for-profit institution and is not now as far as he knows. Why Not Now John Perry of Milford said at the November 20 meeting at the Shrine building. June Baumgarten mentioned that an attempt was named on several occasions to give the Murphy Medical Center to the county but that they would not accept. “Why not give it to the county now?” he said. Snell said he told Lawrence Castaldi when the K$H group was formed that he was “engaging" in an exercise in futility,” and that he hasn't changed his mind to date. Gerald Romine of Mentone asked if Hill-Burton funds were in fact all that important to the building of a hospital, and Castaldi said several other avenues were being explored, citing federal HEW funds and private sources. Marshall Estep of Jefferson township said he heard the president of Kentucky Fried Chicken has begun to finance hospitals, and that this sliould be looked in-
grandchildren. Rev. Walter House was in charge of the services and burial was in the Oak Park cemetery at Ligonier. Spring Sports Schedule Given Spring sporting events will begin this week at West Noble high school. Schedules are as follows: k Baseball \ Apr. 8 — DeKalb T' Apr. 11 — Columbia City H Apr. 14 — Howe Military H Apr. 15 — Fairfield H Apr. 17 — Angola H Apr. 25 — East Noble T Apr. 27 — Lakeland T May 2 — WawaseePrep H May 7— Warsaw T Mayll — Wawasee H May 13 — Fremont T May 14 — Central Noble T May 15 — Hamilton H May 16 — Concord T May 18 — Prairie Heights T May 19' — Goshen H May2o — Westview T May 23 — Triton H Track Apr. 7— Howe Military T Apr. 8 — Hamilton T Apr. 9 — Wawasee T Apr.l3 — South Whitley T Apr. 16 — Central Noble H Apr. 17 — Triton T Apr. 20 — Columbia City T Apr. 24 — Churubusco Relays T Apr. 25 — Fairfield ReJays T Apr. 27 — Fremont and Northridge at Ligonier Apr. 29 — Rochester Relays Apr. 30 — Conference Track meet at Howe May 4 — Westview May 5 — Concord H May 8 — Sectional Track at Elkhart COMMUNITY NEWS Mrs. Hazel Folk is a medical patient in Goshen hospital. Her room number is 312. Hascal Crothers has returned to his home from a Fort Wayne hospital but is still undergoing treatment there. Mike Donaldson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Donaldson, arrived home Saturday from San Antonio. Texas, where he discharged from the U.S. air force. Rex A. Bailey. 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Schyler E. Bailey, r 3
to as a means of financing. Glen Disher of Scott township questioned the advisability of borrowing money with the current high rate of interest, and was told that inflation more than ate up the increased interest rate, plus the constantly increasing building' costs. Castaldi said the KCH would have-to borrow less than million. if they precluded Hill-Burton funds. James McCleary, Warsaw architect, told the group he hoped they were as diligent in proceeding with haste as they had been in seeking a compromise with MMC directors. This remark brought a round of applause. Lemon said the executive committee should re-act ivate all committees and instruct them to the performance of their stated responsibilities. The board was charged to refile for Hill-Burton funds Dr. Bill Parks said the county medical society is in full support cf the KHC board in their efforts.
Ligonier, has-been assigned as a mechanic with the 25th Infantry Division in Viet Nam. Father Suelzer (Continued From Page 1) Suelzer assisted in organizing specialized care for men and women with psychiatric and hospital techniques to rehabilitate and restore health as opposed to sentencing in penal institutions. Such treatment of alcohol and drug cases, he contended, add enormously to the tax load of the state and contribute nothing curative to the disease. Father Suelzer expressed his desire to have an organization . started in Indiana continuation of his interest in the rehabilitation of people with drug and alcohol afflictions. He also told of his hopes in, working out many problems at the Wawasee Prep and expanding the facility to include more people in the quest of education. His informative talk followed one by Marion court judge Michael J. Kieley, a Lake Wawasee resident in the summer, at last week’s meeting. A member of the police department in Washington, D. C., for three years; Grant county public defender two years and past president of Grant county bar association, the Judge spoke on a referendum to be conducted in the November 3 election in* regard to a new system for judicial selection of judges for the supreme and appellate courts. He said if a referendum on a proposed judicial amendment to the Indiana constitution is approved, this may be the situation. Speaker for the meeting next week will be a guest from India. Mr. and Mrs. Noble Fisher and Rex had as their Sunday guests Mr. and Mrs. Harley Persons of W'arsaw. J Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rumfelt of the Hastings community were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Fox of Milford at a Warsaw restaurant Sunday. Later they visited Mrs. Cloye Gawthrop at her home in Etna Green and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gawthrop who were there. The occasion being the 35th wedding anniversary of the Foxes.
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