The Mail-Journal, Volume 8, Number 38, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 October 1971 — Page 1

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VOLUME 8

Interest Running High In Election At Syracuse

Interest is running high in the upcoming November town election at Syracuse With full slates on both sides. All persons wishing to vote absent ballot in the town of Syracuse must secure the forms from the clerk-treasurer’s office from 1 to 4 p.m. daily with the last day to apply as October 30 and all applications must be turned in to the clerk’s office. Those eligible to vote absent

Bruce Frey Named New Syracuse Town Attorney

At the regular monthly Syracuse town board of trustees meeting held Tuesday night at town hall, local attorney Bruce Frey was accepted as the new town attorney replacing Robert Reed, a veteran of eight years as town attorney A letter of resignation from Reed was read by town board president Byron Connolly and regretfully accepted by all board members Reasons given for the resignation were to enable him to have more time to spend with his wife and growing and active family Frey, son of the Owen Freys of Silver Lake, and - associate with Reed and Hearn in Syracuse for the past six months, is also a deputy prosecutor. He passed his bar some four years ago and has served in the marines advancing to the rank of captain. While in the service, Frey. 28, served as director of the law center at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, and also as a military judge ’at ElToro, Calif. His wife Jacqueline is an art instructor in the North Webster schools and the couple recently purchased the forme- Robert Hui ley property just north of South Shore Golf club. Much praise was expressed by all board members for the dedicated and loyal work to the community by Reed while serving in his eight year capacity. Reed spoke briefly adding he would assist the new attorney any time he was needed. Frey was introduced, agreeing, “I have big shoes to fill.*’

Milford Lions Club Endorses Lion D. G. Seely For District Governor

Milford Lions unanimously adopted a resolution endorsing Lion D. G. ("Bud") Seely as a candidate for nomination for governor of district 25-G, at its Monday night meeting. Seely has been a member of the Milford Lions club since 1964 and has held a number of club and district offices. He is public relations officer for district 25-G at the present time. Warsaw Lion Ed Sauer, a past district governor who was a guest at the Monday night meeting, praised Lion Seely and said his chances of being elected district governor are very g°°d Lion Sauer is district and state Leader Dog chairman and was recently elected to the advisory board of the Leader Dog school at Rochester. Mich. Hear Drug Talk r - Attorney Bruce Frey of Syracuse, deputy prosecuting attorney for Kosciusko county, spoke to the Milford Lions on the drug problem. Hg said 10 to 20 million Americans have tried drugs at one time or another, and from 30 to 90 per cent of all high school students have tried marijuana or some other drugs, and that a third of ail students have tried drugs at one time or another. He said young folks use drugs

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ballot are persons confined to their homes by illness and persons who will be out of town on business on election day, Nov. 2. To vote in the town elections, persons must be 18 years of age, residents of the state of Indiana for six months, the township for sixty days and ward for thirty days prior to election. Scout Cabin The scout cabin at Crosson Mill Park has been selected as the

Other Matters Fire chief Robert Penick inquired as to money available for first aid supplies which were needed and was advised to go ahead and purchase what was needed. Reed informed the board in checking on land for the cemetery association that rather than deed land to them, it would be advisable to retain ownership of the land and pass a resolution to set aside the amount of land desired for use at the cemetery that is available and authorize the association to control, use and maintain the land. Maurice Crow, appearing on behalf of the cemetery association board, was ask if the association would stand fees for a survey to be made ofi the ground saying he saw no reason why they would not or could not. Necessary details will be looked into the proper channeling to be done for all involved prior to the next town board meeting. Halloween Connolly advised all present that the Saturday prior to Halloween, being October 30, would be the only trick or treat night for the town of Syracuse and all curfew and laws would remain in effect. Due to a number of accidents at the Main and Harrison street intersection during the past year, pros and cons were discussed on placing of signs and-or lessening specific parking spaces in the area. Chief of police Orville Vanderßeyden was instructed to check the area and submit a

for a number of reasons, one being group pressure, others seeking a point.” Some say their parents drink and

IM IL W r yfl -<■ 1-... .-.Hi —J| I \ ■ 11 HL ■ |9gHfn W 1 H*9% mH// r mi -B w7 IO» „ v ENDORSE LIONy— Milford Lion D. G. Seely, center, is shown holding a copy of the endorsement his fellow Lions gave him Monday night for Governor of district 25-G. On the left is Milford Lions president Phil Campbell, and on the right is Warsaw Lion and past district governor Ed Sauer.

voting site between the hours of 6 a m. and 6 p.m. Syracuse town clerk-treasurer Ronald Sharp said the boundaries for the town of Syracuse have not been changed since 1909 and if persons are in doubt of residences, they may check the town map on the wall of the city hall and a map will also be made available to the workers on election day. All election workers should be named this week.

Church Os God Homecoming Sunday, Oct. 24 The Syracuse Church of God will hold the annual Homecoming and Rally Day Sunday, Oct. 24, with special services throughout the day. This will climax the “In - With • People’’ Sunday school promotion of the past six weeks. The attendance goal is 150 present in Sunday school. This service begins at 9:30 a.m. A class is provided to accomodate every age and the public is invited to attend this and all services. The morning worship hour will feature recitations by the children, special music and singing. Pastor Burcham will bring the Homecoming message entitled “We Are All Here.” A basket dinner at noon will be followed at 2:30 p.m. by a service of music and songs by individuals and groups. Former pastors and other individuals back home for the day will be recognized. Rev. George Constant, pastor of the Idaville Church of God will be speaker of the hour. Pastor and Mrs. Constant will be singing good gospel music as they did when producing their own gospel TV program when they pastored in Buda, 111. Pastor Burcham today extended an invitation to the public to come and share in this Homecoming Day. recommendation of safety to the board for action to be taken. The topic arose as to the number of filling and service stations in the town of Syracuse with obstacles including signs near the streets making a traffic (Continued On Page 5, Sec. 1)

smoke, and that marijuana is no worse than that. Frey said drug users claim drugs increase their perception,

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1971

Vandalism Reported On Kale Island A number of residents of Kale Island, Lake Wawasee, have recently reported acts of vandalism in the area, and are forming a citizens committee to combat further vandalism. Citizens who have been vandalism victims wish to remain unnamed, but one victim terms it as “astronomical.” Such things as tire slashing, window breaking, bicycle stealing, dumping trash in well groomed yards have been reported. One spokesman for the citizens group said the county sheriff’s office has been contacted for a more thorough patroling of the area to apprehend the miscreants. Returns Home From Hospital Mrs. Doris Stump of Cromwell has been dismissed from Goshen hospital to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Don Chrisman and family in Cromwell, following a nine-week stay in the hospital for injuries in a two-car accident on August 7 north of Syracuse. Mrs. Stump’s car hit a tree head-on just north of the Kosciusko-Elkhart county line road as her northbound auto was attempting to pass an auto driven by Mrs. Gerald Secrist as the Secrist auto attempted a left turn into the drive of the Secrist home. The two cars made no contact however, Mrs. Stump lost control of her auto attempting to avoid hitting the Secrist car, hitting the tree. Her passengers,two daughters, were not injured. Rally Day Set At Island Chapel On October 31 Rally day will be held at the Island Chapel United Methodist church on Sunday, Oct. 31. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 with the worship hour following at 10:30. A carry-in dinner will be held at noon with the afternoon service to be held at 2 p.m. The Kosciusko County Ladies Choral group under the direction of Mary Jane Miller will be in charge of the afternoon program. Readings will be presented by Mrs. Wayne Hannan. Pastor David Widmoyer and members of the church invite all to attend.

and some get the idea they can fly or drive their cars over the tops of trucks, he commented. He said drugs induce drowsiness.

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AUTUMN IS IN THE AIR — There is a special feeling in the air during the early days of fail — the sky is just a little bluer, it’s not cold but it’s not hot and the landscape is bright with the splash of color that is beginning to transform even the dullest of trees and shrubs into objects of beauty. The old pavillion at Waubee Lake, shown in the above photo.

Area Men To Appear On TV Rev. Herman’Olson of North Webster and O. A. Lambert, Syracuse, will be appearing on Homemakers Time on television this Friday on behalf of the interdenominational Avalon Chapel project now in progress at North Webster. Suits On Accounts Ace Liquidators vs Mott’s Development, Inc., P.O. Box 654, Syracuse. Filed October 4, 1971. Plaintiff demands judgment of $247.40 with interest in payment of account. Attorney for plaintiff is Joseph Roe.

paranoia, and sluggishness. A frightening statistic, said Frey, is that 49 per cent of marijuana users graduate to LSD and other more potent and more harmful drugs. He spoke at some length about the difficulty in prosecution in drug cases, and threw light on the drug problem as it exists in Kosciusko county. Light Bulb Sale At the next Lions meeting, Monday, Nov. 1, Milford Lions will conduct a light bulb sale, going from house to house to sell bulbs. The Milford club also voted to hold their meetings at the 20th Century Case beginning with their next meeting. Perfect attendance pins went to the following Lions: Willis Alt, Arlo Beiswanger. Jerold Bushong, Phil Campbell, Richard Hepler, Paul Kizer, Leon Newman, Raymond Pinkerton, D. G. Seely, Wayne Sholtey, Otto Wiggs. Robert Wolferman. Don Woiferman and Walter Wuthrich. The resolution adopted by the Lions follows: Resolution of Endorsement WHERAS, the Lions dub of Milford. Indiana, recognizes the nature and character of one of its members, D. G. (“Bud”) Seely, {Continued On Page 8. Sec. 1)

Three Contests Shown On Ballot At Milford

Election day is drawing nearer in the town of Milford with three contests to be found on this year’s ballot. Daniel C. Levemier. Democrat and Bessie Sunthimer, Republican, are running for the position of town trustee in the first ward. This post is currently held by Gerald Martin, a Republican. Russell Ruch, Democrat and Dr. Thomas A. Miller, incumbent Republican, are running for the position of town trustee from the third ward.

Busy Bee Club Meets Mrs. Herman Miller was hostess to the Busy Bee club Friday evening. Mrs. Erma Chambers, vice president, presided in absence of the president, Mrs. Ray Bray. The club creed was given by all. Meditation was given by Mrs. Lee McFarren on the subject, “Who’ll Take Grandma.” The history of the song of the month, “Now The Day Is Over” was given by Mrs. Chambers. Each member answered roll call by a variety of topics, each one subject to the report on each month. Ruth Miller read the secretary - treasurer,’s reports.. No decision was made on the club trip as the chairman of the committee wasn’t present. The lesson was on candle making and was given by Mrs. James Wolf. Mrs. McFarren and Mrs. Wolf were the contest winners with Mrs. Jim Truex and daughter, Daro, being lucky ladies. The meeting closed with the dub prayer, song and club collect after which the hostess served refreshments. The next meeting will be November 19 at 7:30 with Mrs. Delbert Moneyheffer as hostess.

stands in mute silence against a backdrop of color, perhaps remembering the busy summer months when swimmers and picnickers invaded the park. This picture is repeated many times over in the Lakeland area as mother nature makes her annual colorful change from summer into fall and Indian Summer prevails.

Darrell Om, a Democrat and former board member, is running for the post of clerktreasurer against Republican incumbent Mrs. Doris Wolferman. There is no contest in ward two where the only candidate is Republican Norman Lovell. Lovell will replace former board president Carl Duncan on the board. Duncan resigned his position recently because of his health. Anyone who is not sure whether he is eligible to vote in the

Set October 29-30 As Trick Or Treat Days

Members of the Milford town board have set Friday and Saturday, Oct. 29 and 30, as trick or treat days in Milford. They have also stated the annual UNICEF drive may be conducted on Thursday, Oct. 28 The town’s 10 p.m. curfew should be observed by all youngsters participating in the annual observance of Halloween. Local Rotarians Endorse Project The Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary dub this week, announced an endorsement project to send 70 high school singers and an orchestra to Europe annually. Rotarian Varner Chance has been doing this for a number of years and will continue it under Rotary endorsement and sponsorship. TROOP 28 ADVANCES A number of scouts in Boy Scout Troop 28 at Syracuse have advanced as follows: Tenderfoot — Alan Plickerd Second dass — Gary Brown, Bin Weaver and Randy Hapner First class — Paul Schrumpf, John Naab and Rodney Hann.

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election or not should check the town boundaries. A map of the town is to be found in the hallway at the town hall. Requirements state a person should be at least 18 years of age and have lived in the state of Indiana six months prior to November 2, Van Buren township for 60 days prior to the election and in the current precinct for 30 days prior to the election. If questioned by the election board proof of the above facts must be given.

EQ ISFLUNCH ©/ £ MENUS HL ganSssssg — No school - Veterans Day TUESDAY— Sloppy Joes, creamy cheese potatoes, crisp tossed salad, fruit and milk. WEDNESDAY — Ham loaf, cabbage slaw, buttered corn, hot rolls, whipped jello and milk. THURSDAY — Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, stuffed celery, bread and butter, fruit and milk. FRIDAY — Witches’ stew, ghostly orange quiver, Goblin sandwich, devil’s bar and spook juice.