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Fellowship Hall Dedicated Sunday At Apostolic Church

Members of the Apostolic Christian church of Milford gathered in their new fellowship hall on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 29, for a dedication service. The new hall was built for the youth of the church and their activities. A fireplace is located on the west wall for jndoor campfires when the weather is bad. Volleyball, shuffleboard and playground; equipment are located to the north of the building. The building will also be used for other meetings. Area residents may also request permission to use the building, however, each of these groups must be sponsored by a church member and no 4 smoking, drinking or dancing will be

James Pifer Killed In Accident Near Milford

James David Pifer, 27, r 3 Syracuse, became Kosciusko county’s 20th traffic fatality last Friday morning when his car left state road 15 about one-half mile south of Milford and slammed into two trees on the Robert Kaiser property. The accident occurred at'3:so a.m. Pifer was killed instantly with death being caused by massive head injuries. Investigating officers believe Pifer may have fallen asleep. He was headed north on the state highway when his car crossed the centerline, went off the road for 360 feet and struck the trees. The station wagon sideswiped the first tree on the passenger’s side of the car. The car continued on

Election Day Workers Named At Milford

Election day workers in Van Buren township have been named by the six precinct committeemen. They are as follows: Precinct 1 — Republican committeeman Harold Young has named Edith Baumgartner as inspector, Charlotte Wise as judge, Flora Young as clerk and Mary Ann Dowty as sheriff. Democrat committeeman Dan Levernier has named Faye Hollar as judge, Helen Rassi as clerk and Mary Helene Levernier as sheriff. This precinct will be voting in the Masonic Temple on Main street. Precinct 2 — Republican committeeman Norm Lovell has named Royce Fuller as inspector, Doral McFarren as sheriff, Esther Markley as judge and Inez Beiswanger and Lois Jessop as clerks. Democrat Darrell Om has named himself sheriff, Elva Wiggs as judge and Gladys Berkeypile and Jo Ellen Free as clerks. This precinct will be voting in the Catholic church (former Chore-Time building) located on North Main street). Precinct 3 — Republican committeeman John B. Augsburger has named Nilah Jonasch as inspector, Marjory Coy and Judy Brumbaugh as clerks, Mary Reed as judge and Ruth Stork as sheriff. Democrat

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allowed. The building is divided into three main parts —a chapel area, a social or dining area and a food dispensary. Rest rooms, a storage area and a cry room are also found in the building. Church members plan to have three or four carry-in dinners per year in the building with the public invited. Members of the. building committee are Don Beer, Bob Kaiser, Carlton Beer, Willard Schieler and Philip Beer. The building has been in use since spring with the first big event being the wedding of Patricia Beer and Stanley Mikel on August 19. The church’s relief sewing circle uses the building when they

and slammed head-on into a second tree, spun around and headed in the opposite direction. A journeyman at R. R. Donnelly and Sons Co., Warsaw, Pifer was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko county. He was born October 15, 1945 to Paul and Margurete (Swygart) Pifer, at Warsaw. Survivors include the mother, r 3 Syracuse; three daughters, Connie, 9, Cathy 8, and Carrie, 4, all at home; one brother, Paul J. Pifer, Jr., Syracuse; two sisters, Mrs. Larry (Mary Jane) Woosley and Mrs. Harold (Janice) Grise, both of Elkhart; and a grandmother, Mrs. George (Naomi) Pifer, Warsaw.

Wayne Bucher has named Katherine Kizer as judge, himself as sheriff and Laura Buhrt and Martha Manges as clerks. These voters will be using the fire station. LIBRARY TO CLOSE VETERAN’S DAY The Syracuse Public Library will be closed on Saturday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veteran’s Day. REV. ROBERT MUNDY

make cancer bandages and other items. Business meetings are also conducted in the building. During the special service Willard Schieler served as announcer with Robert Hoerr leading congregational singing. Ned Speicher directed the Sunday school choir as it sang two numbers. Philip Beer gave the opening comments and made the presentation of the fellowship building to the church. The church’s four ministers also took part in the dedication. Elmer Hartter gave the opening prayer, Theo Beer gave the dedication message, Henry Beer gave the closing comments and Walter Steffen gave the closing prayer.

Old Hickory Hearing Today The officers of the Old Hickory tavern in Milford will appear before the state Alcoholic Beverage Commission today (Wednesday) in answer to charges filed against them following a raid by excise men in September. The hearing was originally set for October 23 but was cancelled because of the Veteran’s Day holiday. Rev. Mundy To Lafayette Baptist Church Rev. Robert Mundy of Syracuse has accepted the pastorate of the Kossuth Street Baptist church in Lafayette and will be taking over his new responsibilities on the first Sunday of 1973. Rev. Mundy has been pastor of the Baptist church in Syracuse for the past nine years. When he came to this area in October of 1963 the Baptist church was located at 201 S. Harrison street. In 1969 the church moved into a new building and became known as the Wawasee Heights Baptist church. Prior to moving to Syracuse Rev. Mundy, a native of New Castle, held pastorates near Portland and in Monticello. He holds a BA degree from Fort Wayne Bible college and a master of divinity degree from Grace college at Winona Lake. He and his wife Margaret have three sons — Ronald 12, David 10 and John 6. When the Mundys came to Syracuse the Baptist church had a membership of 31. There are now 232 members on the current rolls. Asked why he was leaving the Syracuse church Rev. Mundy said he felt his move was the “direct and clear leading of the Lord.”

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1972

The Mail-Journal Endorses Floyd Fithian For Congress (An Editorial) As a matter of policy, The Mail-Journal does not endorse political candidates at election time; rather, it feels it is a responsibility of candidates to make themselves and their policies known to the electorate through speeches, advertisements and person-to-person encounters with the voters. But there is one case where we feel we must endorse one candidate over another in the November 7th election. And that is for the office of United States congressman from the second district. Accordingly, The Mail-Journal endorses Purdue university history professor Floyd Fithian over incumbent Earl Landgrebe as our representative in congress. Our reason for the endorsement is that we feel congressman Landgrebe has adopted an ultraconservative stance that is not in keeping with the best interest of the second district. He has consistently voted against any progressive legislation in congress. Os particular interest to the voters of Kosciusko county, where our lakes are one of our most precious assets, Landgrebe was one of 14 congressmen who voted against the Water Pollution Control Act of 1972 (H.R. 11896, March 29, 1972), while 380 of his colleagues voted for it. He was one of three who voted against the Senior Citizens Act of 1972 (H.R. 15657, July 17, 1972), while 350 of his colleagues voted for it. He was one of 12 who voted against the Juvenile Delinquency Protection Act (H.R. 15635, July 17, 1972), while 337 of his colleagues voted for it. He was one of 44 who voted against a Consumer Protection Act (H.R. 10835, October 14,1971), while 345 of his colleagues voied for it. He was one of 28 who voted against the Higher Education Act (H.R. 7248, November 4,1971), while 332 of his colleagues voted for it. He was one of 23 who voted against the Federal Election Reform Act (H.R. 11060, November 30, 1971), while 372 of his colleagues voted for it. He did not vote on the bill for granting the vote to 18 year olds, and has frequently spoken out against women’s rights. The list goes on and on. In the May primary election, former congressman Charles A. Halleck, a conservative himself, spoke out against Landgrebe’s voting record and endorsed his opponent. On the other hand, Floyd Fithian understands history— of where our country has been and where it is going. He has a rapport with young folks who are trying to work within our so-called establishment and make government meaningful. Floyd Fithian has a capacity for growth. Floyd Fithian can make an excellent United States congressman. That’s why The Mail-Journal endorses Floyd Fithian for congress and asks its readers to support him in the election next Tuesday.

Tuesday Election One Big Yawn!

Next Tuesday’s general election has failed to excite much enthusiasm in either party, in spite of the fact that it is a presidential election year. Democratic presidential candidate George McGovern has obviously written Indiana off a long time ago, giving it to President Nixon. Nixon has always done well in Indiana, and should again this time around. Even the gubernatorial election, with a candidate hailing from neighboring Bremen, and a candidate for LieutenantGovernor coming from Mishawaka, has failed to spark much excitement. One County Race All would be one big yawn, were it not for one race in Kosciusko county that has drawn some attention. Kathryn Teel, who is an appointment filling out an unexpired term as county treasurer, is seeking election to that office for a four year term. Mrs. Teel was formerly a first deputy in the auditor’s office. Opposing Mrs. Teel on the Democratic ticket is Fredonna Custer, a newcomer to county politics. Mrs. Custer has gone

after the office with real meaning and purpose, running newspaper ads and distributing literature on the streets and from door to door. Mrs. Custer’s main thrust has been that court house officials have been playing musical chairs, and that “it’s time for a change.” A more low-key race has been for the office of county clerk, with incumbent Republican Bessie Himes being opposed by Donna Thompson. Neither candidate for clerk has waged a vigorous race. In the case of county coroner, two county morticians are vying for the office. Charles M. Harris, Syracuse and North Webster mortician for a number of years,, is seeking the office on the Democratic ticket, while his Republican opponent is Kenneth Wyman, Pierceton mortician. Harris is the better known throughout the county, and Wyman’s recent conversion to the Republican fold has not endeared him to faithfuls of either party. Harris has limited his campaigning to newspaper ads, while Wyman has done less than t this. (Continued On Page 4)

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HALLOWEEN’S BEST — Hie youngsters pictured here won top honors at the Halloween parties held last night in the Syracuse and Milford communities. In the top photo are the first place winners at Syracuse. The event, sponsored by the Syracuse Business and Professional Women, was held in the scout cabin. Milford’s annual festival was held in the junior high school gym with the most original and the grand prize winners being pictured on the right. The little old man is Darren Neer, 4, and the upside down man is his brother Dana. Darren won the grand prize while Dana won the most original. The Milford festival is sponsored by the Lions, Legion and Legion Auxiliary. Brothers Win Top Prize At Milford Festival Brothers took the grand prize and most original awards at the Milford Halloween festival held last night in the junior high school gym. Darren Neer won the grand prize while his brother Dana won the most original prize. They are the sons of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Neer of r 1 New Paris. Darren, four, was dressed as a little old man while Dana, nine, dressed as an up-side down man. Others winning first and second place awards were as follows: Witches — Aaron Culp and Laura Shrock; Indians — Dawn, Todd and Brian Felkner and Lisa Kaiser; Clowns — Phil Dowty and Carla Curtis; Hobos — Angie Neer and Lynn Kaiser; Animals of the zoo — Eric Grove and Brian Clouse Story book children — Kelly Vanlaningham and Rita Brookins Monsters —Scott Wise and Jeff Cullers and George Gonzales Sports — Jay Vanlaningham and Noah Gonzales Hippies — Scott Arnold Miscellaneous — D. Schrock, Christi and Brenda Bucher and Joni Schultz, first prizes; and Tom Wollman and Tammy Beer, seconds. The event was sponsored by the Lions club, Legion and Legion Auxiliary with Lion Jerry Bushong serving as general chairman. District Governor D. G. (“Bud”) Seely served as master of ceremonies for the evening. Judges were Mrs. Julia Reed, Mrs. Bessie Sunthimer and Mrs. Seely. Unity Services Are Planned At Syracuse Ihe churches of the Syracuse Ministerial Association will conduct a .Thanksgiving unity service at Calvary United Methodist church on Wednesday evening, Nov. 22, at 7:30 p.m. Rev. M. W. Jones will use as his subject, “For Granted or for Gratitude?” Music will be provided by choirs of the community and the public is cordially invited to attend.

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Personnel At Voting Places In Turkey Creek Township

Precinct committeeman for Turkey Creek township have named their election board workers for the November 7 election. Precinct one will be voting at the Saint Andrew’s United Methodist church north of Syracuse; precinct two at C. S. Myers Ford in Wawasee Village; precinct three at the scout cabin; precinct four in the Syracuse junior high building; precinct five at Saint Martin dePorres church south of Syracuse; and precinct six in the conservation department building across from Galloway grocery, Lake Wawasee. LaMar Stoops, Republican precinct committeeman, has named the following persons in the first precinct: Martha Hagerdon, inspector; Lucille Peffley, judge; Opal G. Stoops, clerk; Elizabeth Fidler, sheriff; and Ellabelle Carr, extra clerk. Democrat Gaylord Jones named: LaDonna Agler, judge; Noble W. Hollar, sheriff; Evelyn Pletcher, clerk; and Evelyn Tuttle, extra clerk. Republican precinct committeeman John W. Peters has named the following workers in precinct two: L. James Butt, inspector; Ada M. Gingerich, judge; Lucille A. Schortemeir, clerk; and Audrey Butt, sheriff. Democrat committeewoman Mrs. Walter (Opal) Miller named: June Davis, judge; Keith Smallwood, sheriff; Mrs. Glen Fields, clerk; and Opal Miller, watcher.

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In precinct three, Republican committeeman Robert Insley named: Noble C. Blocker, inspector; Mrs. Carl (Susan) Myrick, judge; Mrs. Lois Schleeter, clerk; and Robert Insley, sheriff. Democrat Walter Smith named: Eloise Carlson, judge; Ralph Hamell, clerk; Joe Baumgartner, sheriff; and Wilbur Smith, watcher. In precinct four, Republican Ronald Sharp named: Mildred Nicolai, inspector; Rubydean Worth, judge; clerk, Beverly A. Tarson; and sheriff, Artie R. Montel. No information was obtainable for the Democrats. Republican precinct committeeman Jack Vanderford, precinct five, named: Mrs. Roy (Edna) Niles, judge; Mrs. Junior Hollar and Mrs. Jerry Lowe, clerks; Mrs. Paul Kerlin, sheriff; and Jack Vanderford, inspector. Democrat Maurice Crow named: Ed Huber, sheriff; Alice Louise Huber, clerk; Linda Crow, clerk; and Edelva Roberts, judge. Sixth preCinct Republican committeeman Max McCormick named: Jack Mullenix, inspector; Carolyn Mullenix, clerk; Pauline McCormick, judge; Jeanne Jones, clerk; and Perry Willsey, sheriff. Democrat committeewoman Mrs. Vance (Eleanor) Moots named: Frank Bednar, sheriff; Sharon Stuckman, judge; Mrs. John Michael and Mrs. Moots, clerks.