The Mail-Journal, Volume 7, Number 31, Milford, Kosciusko County, 2 September 1970 — Page 8

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., Sept. 2, 1970

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Is Stone Lake Rock Festival On Or Off?

Is the Stone Lake Rock Festival on or off? At this writing no one seems to know for sure. All we know is that LaGrange circuit court judge pro tern Howard E. Petersen recently granted a restraining order against Walter Pressler and others in regard to the festival set to be held on the Pressler’s farm near Stone Lake over the coming Labor Day week end The restraining order issued by judge Petersen prohibits advertising and sale of tickets but does not ban preparation of the site. A total of 40 bands have thus far been scheduled for the festival, including national and regional bands and some local back-up groups.

Politics -1970 Meet Your Candidates

' . ■( ■ MELVIN J (JOHN) KONKLE is a Democrat candidate for state representative from Kosciusko. Wabash. Huntington. Fulton and Whitley counties Melvin Konkle was born on a farm at’Clunette on September 6. 1923 arid now resides at r 1 Clavpool He is married to the former INA MOORE of Burket and the father of three sons: GEORGE ALLEN. 23. a veteran of four years service in the • United States air force and presently employed by Kimble Glass Company in Warsaw; DAN LORAINE. 22. a senior at Purdue university, and GALE ■ EUGENE, 21. a senior at International Business college. Mr. Konkle joined the United States air force in February of 1943 at the age of 19 and served three years active duty —two years in Italy He received his high school diploma from Warsaw high school on February 18, 1963 by taking the militaryachievement test He is a member of the American Legion. Post 49. Warsaw and a member of the Claypool Lions club. He is a past master of the Sidney Masonic Lodge No. 579 and a member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Fort Wayne and of the Eastern Star No. 88, Warsaw. As well as being a farmer, he was employed by Milford Machine Shop as night superintendant for seven years and was a foreman with the Indiana state highway for eight years. He is presently employed as a tool and die man for Zimmer > Manufacturing Company in Warsaw. DON M. NEWMAN. Republican Congressional nominee, announced last week that information from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development shows JOHN BRADEMAS erred in his recent announcement that Mishawaka would receive a S 4 million federal grant to finance an urban renewal program in that city. Newman, quoting an assistant secretary of HUD. said the announcement was "unauthorized and completely inaccurate . . .’’ Congressman RICHARD L. ROUDEBUSH, Republican candidate for the U. S. Senate, today commented on the recent article in the coifimunist newspaper “The Daily World.” The article attacked Roudebush for his stand against com--4 munism.

Federal Hearing In answer to the restraining order the Presslers — Walter and his son, David, filed suit in the U.S. district court at Fort Wayne to stop the LaGrange county officials from interfering with the festival. The suit which is the result of a point of controversy for the past several weeks with decisions to be made yet before the week end could establish new legal precedents nation-wide on the future of rock music festivals. Judge Jesse E. Eschback of the Fort Wayne court said after the two-hour emergency hearing last Thursday. “Notwithstanding the serious constitutional question here, the action taken (by LaGrange officials) is reasonable

The article appeared on August 19 and criticized Roudebush for being on the House internal security committee, and made light of FBI director J. EDGAR HOOVER for lauding Roudebush on his “anti-communist work.” Roudebush opposes aid to communist countries and believes that this country’s internal security laws should be tightened That stand was also attacked by the Daily World. Roudebush said. “It is common knowledge that communism’s main goal is world domination — a philosophy that is incompatible with the beliefs of all of us who cherish our freedom so dearly. “I introduced H. R 14893, a measure which would not allow people from this country to travel to Cuba to help harvest the sugar cane crop," Roudebush said. “And I will continue to oppose a philosophy of government that condemns religious worship, free enterprise, and individual freedom, as I am sure the great majority of Hoosiers oppose such a philosophy. “Until the communists are willing to sit down at the negotiating table in Paris and resolve the South East’ Asian conflict with meaningful negotiations, and until we get word that North Viet Nam is treating American prisoners of war more humanely, they will continue to hear strong opposition from Roudebush.” he concluded. EARL L. MELCHER, r 1 Warsaw, has filed for the post of county recorder on the Democratic ticket. Melcher is 57 and resides at Hutchinson Mobile Home Park at Irish Lake. He is retired and has lived in Kosciusko county for the past five years. He is a native of Anderson and a graduate of Saint Mary’s high school there. He attended Notre Dame university and worked -is a city and industrial fireman in Anderson. Later he was employed as a production engineer for Delco Remy and other firms in the Anderson-Indianapolis area He is a member of the Elks lodge 209, past president of Anderson Horeemen. Inc. which promotes harness racing, a former member of the American Institute of Management, a past grand knight of the Knights of Columbus and a lifelong Democrat. He and his wife, the former DOROTHY DEARING, have been married 37 years and are the parents of three married daughters, all residing in Anderson; and have nine grandchildren. Another to file this past week is former Warsaw mayor ANDREW (JACK) ENGLE. Democrat candidate for countyassessor Engle is a retired grocer who served the city of Warsaw from 1956 through 1959 ROBERT F. HAMIUGa. and PAUL HOLLAR, both of r 1 Pierceton, have filed on the Democrat ticket for advisory board of Tippecanoe township. EDWARD E. MCKEEVER of North Webster has filed for the Democratic post of justice of the peace in Tippecanoe township.

in light of the local community interest in police protection.” Also cited was the lack of sanitation and medical facilities at the site. “I do not want to close the door on you if I am in error.” he said, referring to the appeal route available. This would be through the Seventh circuit court of appeals in Chicago. Following this action it was thought the final chapter in the on again, off again festival had been written as the Pressler attorney George M. Beamer. Sr., of South Bend stated there would be no further appeal in the case. Beamer went so far as to say the LaGrange court would be notified of the cancellation of the Labor Day festival. “I think we

Cable Youth Wins Chicken Barbecue Contest At State Fair

"I never thought I’d win." said Edwin Cable, the 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Cable of r 2 Syracuse. “I don’t use any man-made sauce, just salt and pepper, poultry seasoning, barbecue spice and charcoal smoke salt." These were the words spoken by young Cable following the announcement in winning the chicken barbecuing contest on the manager’s lawn of the fair grounds at Indianapolis. Divided into two categories, the barbecuers in the junior and senior divisions vied for top spots in the state event. First Year v The Cable youth, winner in the 4-H division, said this was his first year in the contest and that they had eaten chicken for the past week, two times a day. Judges carefully scrutinized the cooks from start to finish to help in determining winners. They watched procedures in preparing the fires and throughout the process, thereby being scored by practicality and efficiency of equipment and control of their grill fires from excessive smoke and ashes. Cooks were also scored for their time in preparing the food and amount of shrinkage. Chickens were weighed before

Historical Society To Discuss Geological History of The County

The Kosciusko County Historical Society, at its regular meeting on Thursday, Sept. 3. at 7:30 p.m. in the Shrine building, will discuss the prominent geophysical features of the county; and a brief geological history of Kosciusko county. Frank Kirschner, geologist and soil scientist with the U.S. Soil Conservation Sen-ice, will be the speaker and discussion leader. Mr. Kirschner will explain the formation of the lakes, the hills, the outwash level prairie lands, the state wide Pakerton moraine that derives its name from the town in this county; and why there is no exposed, bed rock in this county. He says Indiana geologists agree that Kosciusko county- has the most complex soil types of any county in the state — ranging from white sand-dune sand to marl, muck and peatmoss. Mr. Kirschner will compare the recorded history of Kosciusko county- of less than 200 years to the geologic history of the county of over 50 million years. The last Wisconsin glasier bulldozed over the county only 16,000 years ago, which is only a few seconds in geological time. The Historical Society welcomes anyone interested in soils or geology to attend. WEEK END GUESTS AT WM. CABLE COTTAGE Week end guests at the William Cable cottage on north Shore Drive. Syracuse, were Judge and Mrs. James Walton and children of Chicago. Mr. Walton is magistrate of the juvenile courts and also chairman of the board of Garfield Park hospital of which Mr. Cable is also a member. Both men are also on the board of Bethany Brethren hospital. Chicago.

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did not make available the proper amount of favorable evidence,” Beamer commented last Friday, “if we had, then I think we would have been successful." On Again Saturday, however, David Pressler stated. “He (meaning the attorney) wasn't making the decisions.” The festival was on again except for the circuit court restraining order. Pressler stated he had already spent $15,000 on festival plans and claims to have no knowledge of the number of tickets that have been sold at $14.50 each. The tickets were sold prior to the court order. In court last Friday Donald Ertle who is assisting with the promotion of the festival stated

EDWIN CABLE and after the barbecue to determine the amount of shrinkage. Each contestant was givqn four chicken halves and the chefs determined the amount of time needed to cook the chickens and were penalized if they were too early or too late. Cable estimated it would take him an hour and a half and he hit the mark right on the nose. David Stonex of Valparaiso, a 7-year veteran of the contest, won the senior division with a recipe which included beer.

HEX RURAL CLUB

MEETS ON TUESDAY The Hex Rural Extension Homemakers club met at the Hex Grange hall Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Milton Shuder, president, presiding. Meeting opened in usual form followed by song of the month. "Come Where My Love Lies Dreaming” and "America, the Beautiful.” Mrs. Mary Brown read the history of the song of the month. Mrs. Hattie Brown read devotions using James 4:10-17 verses and Mrs. Homer Schroeder read “Hasty in Judgment” followed by prayer Response to roll call “What’s Going on Around Here” was given by the 11 members in attendance. There were also three children pesent. Mrs. Oliver Hibschman gave the safety lesson on Choking on Food and What to Do. New Officers Nominations for officers were: President — Mrs. Milton Shuder Vice president — Mrs. Merle DanSecretary — Mrs. Richard Plikerd Treasurer — Mrs. John Emmert. Jr. The lesson on labels in foods and nutrition was given by Mrs. Don Cunningham and proved to be informative. Meeting closed with group singing of the club prayer. Hostesses for the day were Mrs. Eleanor Vorhis and Mrs. Hibschman.

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concessionaries have been contacted and Colorwheel of Elkhart was supplying free food while a free first-aid group from Cincinnati, Ohio, had offered its services. It was also learned at the bearing that Pressler had contracted with a Michigan firm to deliver latrines to the site at a cost of $13,840, but he is unable to pay the advance funds required to assure deliver. Melvin Coil of the county welfare department said he had inspected the farm and it did not meet state health board requirements. He also stated a well at the site could not be approved by the state board because of the gravel pit located there.

MILFORD Library Notes By Mrs. Dorothea Kerlin The library has received several books and magazines as memorials recently, which have not been listed before, namely; one year’s subscription to the National Geographic, by Sidney Reid of Chicago, in memory of his mother Mrs. Ruth Reid. Panhandle Pioneers, presented by Sidna Krull and Mrs. Fred Krull in memory of Anne F. Krull. Carolina Krull and Fred Krull. This is a compilation of historical facts and sketches of pioneer families in the Texhoma area. Volume 2.1910-1920 of “This Fabulous Century” was given by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kerlin in memory of Harry C. Hover, Sr., of Seal Beach, Calif. The Woman At The Well by Dale Evans Rogers, was given by the Columbian Reading Circle in memory of Mrs. William Martin. A number of new books are being placed on the shelves in the children’s room, as well as new books for adults. “In The Footsteps Os Lewis And Clark”, by G. S. Snyder is a National Geographic publication, and is beautifully illustrated. “Flying High. What It’s Like to Be An Airline Stewardess,” by Elizabeth Rich, answers every conceivable question a girl considering this career might have. “Inside The Third Reich”: Memories of Albert Speer, “The House Os God And Minnie May”, by Hilary Milton is a quietly humorous novel. “Five Patients: The Hospital Explained, by Michael Crichton. “Hope In The East: The Mission To Ceylon” by William B. Walsh is the account and effect of Hope’s shipload of doctors, nurses and technicians that went to the island of Ceylon. “The Bible’s Legacy For Womanhood”, by Edith Deen. AUXILIARY MEETS IN AUGUST SESSION The August meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wawasee Unit 223, was held last week. Mrs. Wallace Huffer, president, opened the meeting in regular form Reports were given by various chairmen. Chaplain Mrs. Joe Bushong reported get well cards had been sent to George Kistler. Mrs. Doyle Gifford and Mrs. Wallace Huffer. It was announced installation of new officers will be held September 22 with the legionaires are guests; the second district meeting will be September 9 at Lafayette; the president and secretary’s conference will be October 3 at Indianapolis and the legion and auxiliary picnic will be September 6 at the Smith-Walbridge camp at 12 noon. Families are to bring a filled-covered dish and table service. The meeting closed with the prayer for Peace. Mrs. Tim Darr and Mrs. Huffer received door prizes. Hostesses for the evening were Mrs. Harold Kline and Mrs. Blanche Kline.

Mike Quantro, a professional promoter, said the site could be ready to meet state approval in three or four days. Two state police Officers — Sgt. James McKown and Capt. Robert B. Davis — testified Friday that county road 1150 is too narrow to accommodate the amount of traffic expected and noted the limited amount of man power on duty because of the holiday week end. McKown stated about 40 police officers are available with 20 expected to be on duty during the week end. One spokesman, not identified, stated if the festival is not held on Labor Day it will be rescheduled for a later date.

Wawasee Association Pancake Breakfast To Be Held Sunday A. M.

Another of the Wawasee Property Owners Association’s twice-yearly pancake breakfast parties will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 6. The affairs—open to members of the association, their neighbors, guests and friends—are held on the Sundays closest to July 4 and Labor Day each summer. Each attracts more than 300 diners, according to association president Harry Alfrey.

Sam Johnson Has Champion Mare Sam Johnson of r 1 Nappanee was awarded the honor of owning the champion mare in the 4-H judging at the Indiana state fair. He was judged in section 4812 of the 4-H horse and pony halter classes. The horse was an Elkhart county fair winner and moved on to become state fair champion. Award for best two-year-old gelding in section 4815 went to Jackie Thompson, r 1 Nappanee. She also showed at the Elkhart fair in 4-H judging. Still in halter classes judging, Sue Myers, r 1 Milford, ranked ninth in section 4823, mare three years and over with foal. She is another Elkhart county fair winner. In showmanship classes, a second [dace rating was awarded to Brand Fuller of r 1 Nappanee, in section 4830, junior division. Elkhart fair was his beginning, also. Milford had another winner with Peggy Doty of Turkey Creek Drive. She was judged in the performance classes, ranking eighth in section 4839, hunter seat equitation, junior and senior divisions. Kosciusko fair was the location of her first judging. FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDS TO CALLS The Syracuse fire department responded to a call from the Milford department at 2 a.m. Saturday morning to assist in a house fire at the E. M. Stiffler home in Redmon Park, Dewart Lake. The home was a total loss. Firemen were called at 2:40 a.m. the same morning when town resident Don Bower reported a fire at the D-X station nearby. The department reported a water line had broken and steam was being released, which was thought to be smoke. SENIOR CITIZENS TAKE BOAT RIDE Members of the Turkey Creek Senior Citizens club at Syracuse enjoyed a boat ride on the Dixie and a sack lunch last Thursday evening followed by a short business meeting in the club room. The next meeting is scheduled for 7:30 the evening of September 10 and all members are urged to attend this very important meeting.

Off Again Back in the court room on Monday the battle continued with the end result being the judge’s decision against the festival. Judge Jack P. Dunfen handed down a preliminary injunction against the festival. The Presslers have conceded defeat. They will not continue their push for the right to hold a festival. The judge’s decision, however, did not close the door on holding a festival. One could be held if certain stipulations regarding police protection and health and safety were met. Festival promotors said Tuesday that the requirements

Site of the breakfast will be the Lilly Pavilion (the former Sargent Hotel annex) on the north side of Wawasee. The affairs are “come as you are. and people are urged to bring all the family,” Alfrey said. There is no formal program, since the breakfasts are simply social affairs. Officers, directors and, other longtime members of the property owners group serve as hosts at the cafeteria-style event.

Several Arrested At Milford This Week By Chief Drake Several persons were arrested during the past week by chief of police Don Drake at Milford. Luis DeLaßosa, 13th street, Warsaw, was arrested on Thursday for driving with no license. He was arrested again on Saturday on the same charge and for failure to have registration in his vehicle. He appeared before justice of the peace Milo Clase and was fined $128.75. Leroy Douglas, 318 Olive, Goshen, was arrested during the week for improper muffler and not having his license in his possession. Meriam L Orten, r 1 Syracuse, was arrested for not having a license. Drake reported a fight on Main street at 9:15 p.m. Saturday involving two male subjects and two female subjects. Two persons were charged with disorderly conduct and a third with assault and battery. He also reported a boat stolen from Ma and Pa Homans at Waubee Lake on Friday night and of police being called to the resort on Saturday after Russell Homan became suspicious of a car parked in his drive. . Manuel A. Marin of Milford was arrested on Sunday for driving without a license. LAKELAND LOC ALS Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hoerr of Milford spent Friday afternoon and evening with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Pelath, and son Scott of Michigan City. The Apostolic Christian churchyouth fellowship of the Indiana churches was held over the week end at Camp Mack. Mr. and Mrs. Herb Baumgartner of Milford and Mr. and Mrs. William Phebus of South Bend were Sunday callers of Mr. and Mrs. Wilder Bumsides of Walkerton. They celebrated the birthdays of the Baumgartners and Mrs. Bumsides.

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are such that “it is impossible to have a festival at this site.” With the festival off police now have the problem of what to do. with the young people who are arriving in the LaGrange county area daily for the event. Pressler stated the bands would be notified that the festival is off and money for tickets already sold would be refunded. Police officers have stated they made arrangements similar to those two weeks ago when the proposed Moonville Rock Festival near Anderson was called off and no problems were encountered there. So, as it looks as we go to press—the festival is off!

SPECIAL SERVICE AT WAWASEE HEIGHTS SUNDAY “Back to School Day” will be observed by Wawasee Heights Baptist church, Syracuse, next Sunday, Sept. 6, at 9:30 am., according to Rodney McCreary, Sunday school superintendent. The church plans to honor each teacher with a corsage or a boutoniere and to present a gift to each student. Then at the 10:30 hour Pastor Bob Mundy will [reach a special sermon for the occasion. A special “Western is being planned for Sunday evening. Sept. 20, at 7:30. The service will feature many western gospel songs by the choir and a western gospel film, “Oiltown, U. S. A.” Pastor Bob Mundy and the congregation invite the public to each service of the church, which is located across from Wawasee high school. Special Labor Day Services Set At Milford Church Worshipers at the Milford United Methodist church are asked to bring tools or implements of their regular work with them as they come to the church this Sunday, Sept. 6. Placed together at the altar rail, these tools will represent the dedication of the worshipers’ various labors to the fulfillment of life. They will form the local United Methodist Church’s Labor Sunday focus as the church stresses the value* of all productive and helpful labor as Christian opportunity and responsibility. The Milford pastor, the Reverend Ralph P. Karstedt, explains that a farmer may bring a hoe, a housewife may come with a dishcloth, a student may carry his pencil and notebook and a small child may bring along his favorite educational toy. "The important thing,” Rev. Karstedt says, “is that each item should represent what the person bringing it is doing with his regular life to strengthen himself and to use his energies for the bettering of life among us.” The minister says that his sermon for the day will be “Old Wells — New Wells.” This Labor Sunday celebration will be held at 10:30 a.m. during the Milford United Methodist church’s regular service of Morning Worship. LAKELAND LOCAL Mr. and Mrs. George Pavel and family and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Humphries and family, all of the Barbee lake area, returned home Sunday evening from a fishing vacation in Minnesota. \