The Mail-Journal, Volume 7, Number 33, Milford, Kosciusko County, 16 September 1970 — Page 6

THE MAIL JOURNAL—Wed., Sept. 16, 1970

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Ob Merchants can look to an October public hearing for inventory tax reduction according to an announcement from the Indiana Retail Council, Inc. The state board of tax commissioners is finalizing plans for an October public hearing on a proposed revision of regulation 16 pertaining to the assessment of business , inventories and depreciable assets for personal property taxes. Good brakes and quick thinking resulted in what could have been a tragic accident at the main intersection around 4 o’clock Wednesday afternoon as a small girl on a bicycle crossed the state road against the light, accompanied by two other bicyclists. Fortunately, no one was hurt and the auto driver was put to a test showing her reflexes to be excellent. j Sure sign of winter a-comin’: A snowmobile bearing a For „ssHe sign, sitting in a yard on South Main street. Syracuse. Comments are still being heard about the community losing one of its best ‘‘historians’’ with the passing of R Leon Connolly recently. Writers of this column have often referred to his backlog of local history to round out stories where uncertainties existed. Leon, sharp-minded and sharpwitted. had a store house of memories of people and events in and around Syracuse that he could draw from. An ardent sport — an avid supporter of the Yellow Jackets — his inquisitive mind went deeply into local events and customs » We found it a real joy to know and talk with Leon on many occasions. We'are informed Bob Patterson has been doing much of the work to complete razing of the old Traster building in Syracuse jiurchased earlier this year by Stanley Insley at the comer of Dolan Drive and Carroll streets, along with Stan and his father Bob Stan's sister. Jean, a license branch employee, admits to, giving a helping hand occasionally and finding a few new muscles she hadn't used for awhile. This week Jean supplied us with a menu found in the old building, paper chp and all. from the Pickwick and dating back presumably to the time of Gus Panagos Among a few, the broiled jumbo lobster tail African was listed at $3.50: filet mignon. $4: and a Gus Extra Thick Special cut steak. 13.75: all served with assorted relish on Lazzy Susan, pipping hot soup, large tossed green salad with choice of 3-salad dressings. Idaho baked potato with sour cream dressing, assorted bread basket and butter, dessert, coffee and tea. His Grecian salad listed at St consisting of a home made potato salad with shredded lettuce garnished with nine different vegetables, shrimp, imported cheese, olives and green peppers in a bed of lettuce flavored with special oil and vinegar dressing Desserts listed were sundaes at 25 cents, sherbet. 20 cents, home made pie, 25 cents, cheese cake.

THE ALL-NEW Ram Lawnmower As See> t in September Issue Os Popular Mechanics . jMI Now Available In This Area KEPPEN & SON HOURS: Week Days After 5 p.m. — Sat 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. I*2 mile west of North Webster on County Road 650N“PHONE: 834-2606 ,

35 cents and fruit jello. 20 cents. In regard to roquefort dressing, listed at $1.25 a pint, the menu says — Blended from a secret recipe, Gus makes this special dressing only when completely alone, and behind locked doors. Local artist Ken Harkless has had so many compliments on the line drawings of summer scenes around the Lakeland area (which • appeared during the summer in The Mail-Jourrial) that he is planning a folio of the drawings for local consumption. He plans a minimal cost, enough to cover cost of getting them together. It should contribute to local lore. John Kleeman of Warsaw, ticket chairman for the Sept. 26 visit of astronaut John Glenn, reports tickets are going rapidly. In fact, he states, a $25 ticket has beervsold to judges Gene B. Lee and Allan Rasor. Going almost unnoticed is a hole-in-one made at South Shore last week by Paul Kerlin. Sheriff Dave Andrews is rounding out his 10th year with the county sheriff’s department. Andrews is seeking re-election in November. Joe. an incurable golf fanatic, arrived home at 9 p.m. to find his wife in a screaming rage. “Look,” she shouted, "you promised to be home at noon, and you’re just getting in nine hours later’" “Now wait,” said Joe. “let me explain. I got up at daylight and picked up Pete at 5:30. We got a flat tire and when 1 went to change it, I found the spare was also flat. I w alked three miles to a gas station, got the tire fixed, then rolled it all the way back and put it on the car. Then out of gas. I walked all the way back to the filling station, and lugged a can of gas back to the car. Finally, we got to the course and started playing. Everything went fine, until on the third tee. Pete had a stroke. I ran back to the clubhouse, but there was no doctor in the place. By the time I got back to Pete, he was dead. So. for the next 16 holes, it was hit the ball and drag Pete, hit the ball and drag Pete, hit the ball and drag Pete. ... No wonder I’m late.” SIX ARRESTED BY MILFORD POLICE OVER WEEK END A total of six persons were arrested by Milford police chief Don Drake over the week end. Those arrests follow : Pedro R. Botello. 20, Milford, was arrested for failure to display an inspection certificate, false registration, and driving without a license Benito Gonzales, box 196, Milford, was arrested for permitting a violation Robert D McGrew of r 1 Nappanee was arrested for going 60 miles per hour in a 30 mph zone Richard L Andrews. 224 N. East St., Bremen, was arrested for operating a vehicle on a beginner's permit without a licensed driver in the car. Andrews is 16 years old. Margarito Ramirez. Jr., New Pahs, was also arrested for operating a vehicle on a begin-

PUBLIC AUCTION Sale every Friday —7 p.m. sharp 5 « mile south of Syracuse on road 13, across from bowling alley. Merchandise of all descriptions — new and used. GREER AUCTION COMPANY r 3 box 2-A Syracuse Phone: 457-3607 LEONARD H. GREER, auctioneer

ner’s permit without a licensed driver in the car. Ramirez is 24 years old. Richard Arriola, New Paris, was arrested on two charges of disorderly conduct and one charge of assault and battery. He was released on SSOO bond and will appear before justice of the peace Milo Clase this evening (Wednesday) at 8:30 SILVER THIMBLE CLUB IN MEETING Twenty-three members of the Silver Thimble club of the Apostolic Christian church. Milford, met with Mrs. Howard T. Beer on r 2 Milford Mondayevening. She was assisted by her daughter. Mrs. Stanley Wuthrich, and Mrs. Lewis Speicher, cohostess. Mrs. Donald Hoover, as pro tern for the president, conducted the evening’s meeting. Mrs Philip Campbell and Mrs. Charles Weisser read their reports. Several thank you notes were read by Mrs. Hoover. Happy birthday was sung for Mrs. Hoover and happy anniversary for Mrs. Frank Beer. Jr., whose anniversary was that day. > For devotions, Mrs. Carlton Beer read. “The Guy In The Glass.” and interspersed with comments. At the close of the evening, refreshments of raisin cream pie and coffee were served and a social hour was enjoyed. Mrs. Steven Haab received a glass basket for the door prized Mrs. Nelson Beer and Mrs. Ted Speicher were guests. The October 5 meeting will be held at the home erf Mrs. Arthur Haab on r 5 Goshen. BRIDAL SHOWER HONORS ELAINE McFARREN SUNDAY A bridal shower was given at the home of Mrs. Ralph Miller of r 1 Milford for Elaine McFarren, Sunday afternoon. Co-hostesses were Mrs. Cleland Gunden and daughter Rosemary of Milford. Carol Mynhier also assisted. Decorations were in yellow and green. Several games were played with prizes given. Refreshments of angel food supreme, nuts, mints, punch and coffee were served to about 24 guests from Albion, Goshen and Nappanee. There were four grandmothers present: Mrs. Gladys Campbell of Albion; Mrs. Ruth Widner of Florida; Mrs. Carrie McFarren and Mrs. Amos Om of Milford. Grass Fire Reported At Zeltinger Home The Syracuse fire department responded to a call from a passerby reporting a fire at the Ada home on SR 13 south of Syracuse. Mrs. Zeltinger reported to firemen she was burning trash and the fire was under control at the time. LAKELAND LOCAL Mr. and Mrs Frank Beer. Jr., and family had as their dinner guests Sunday, Miss Esther Beer of Milford and Elmer Haab of Syracuse. Evening callers were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kaiser and Mrs Charles Weisser of Milford. TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE Sat. Sept. 19 — 9-6. Road 300 E. Ist house north of Dewart Lake Marina.

‘Western Service’ Sunday At Wawasee Heights Church Wawasee Heights Baptist Church, Syracuse, will feature a unique “Western Service" this coming Sunday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m. This unusual service, under the direction of assistant pastor Brad Quick, will feature all western gospel music with guitar accompaniment, special lighting effects. Western costuming and platform setting. A special feature of the program will be the all-time favorite color western film: “Qiltown, U.S.A.” This dramatic film was produced in and around Houston, Texas. Pastor Bob Mundy and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to the public.

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Mrs.Tusing Entertains Sorosis Club The Sarosis club of Milford held its annual president’s evening at the home of Mrs. Jacob Tusing, Jr., near Leesburg on September 14. The meeting was called to order by T. A. Miller who thanked her committees and turned the meeting over to Mrs. Tusing, incoming president. Fifteen members and one guest related their experiences of the past summer for an enjoyable meeting. The next meeting will be on October 5 and will be held in the home erf Mrs. Gale Chapman.

Refreshments were served by the hostess. Escapes Injury In $975 Accident Sunday Thomas E. Crews, 20, of Syracuse, escaped injury in an accident at 11:50 a.m. Sunday after losing control of his car trying to avoid an oncoming auto he told officers. His vehicle was damaged S9OO with damage estimated at $75 to a utility pole and S2O to a fence at the Theries Doll property. The sheriff’s department investigated. Mr. and Mrs. Alva May and family of Elkhart were Sunday guests of Mrs. Julia May of Milford.

TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOR VANDALISM ACTS Taken into custody for vandalism acts over the week end were two Syracuse youths, ages 13 and 14. Sheriff Dave Andrews and North Webster town marshal Tony Strombeck investigated the vandalism amounting to approximately $4,000 at two miniature golf courses, the Putter-In and Lake Trails, early Sunday morning. The boys also reportedly clubbed plastic ornaments in the area into pieces and broke into the B and K Root Beer stand at North Webster doing damage to a juke box. The youths were released to custody of their parents.

BOOKED AT COUNTY JAIL Douglas C. Merrill, 29, 99 east Shore Dr.. Syracuse, was booked at the county jail last week on a charge of public intoxication after being taken into custody by deputy sheriff Alan Rovenstine. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Fuller of Milford spent from Tuesday until Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bushong and Mr. and Mrs. David Leyda, Doug and Jill, all of Kokomo. Recent guests of Mrs. Marie Kaiser of Milford were Mr. and Mrs. David Hoerr. Jr., and sons of Peoria. 111., Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kaiser and Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kaiser and family, Sharleen, Shelley and Doug Kaiser. Connie Geiger and Mrs. Emma Kraut er, all of Milford.