The Mail-Journal, Volume 9, Number 52, Milford, Kosciusko County, 24 January 1973 — Page 8

THE MAIL-JOURNAL—Wed . Jan. 24,1973

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January wedding unites Steven Baumgartner-Jo Anne Cosper

Miss Jo ’Anne Cosper of Phoenix, Ariz., and Steven Baumgartner, Syracuse, _ were united in marriage in a lovely 6 o’clock wedding on Saturday, Jan. 6, in the Westminster Presbyterian church at Phoenix. The double ring ceremony was performed by the bride’s uncle, in the presence of 150 guests. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Phil M. Cosper of 2301 W. Rose Lane, Phoenix, and Mrs. Jan Baumgartner and Robert Baumgartner, both of Syracuse. Mother’s Gown Given in marriage by her father, the bride appeared in the wedding gown worn by her mother 25 years ago. Attending the bride in gowns of

Mrs. Albert hostess for home ec club The Leesburg- Homemakers club was held last Wednesday in the home of Mrs. Chester Albert with Mrs. Herschel Albert as cohostess. The meeting opened in the usual form. Devotions were given by Mrs. Harold McKibben. The citizenship lesson was given by Mrs. Chester Albert and the song of the month, “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” was sung by the group. Mrs. Emra Stookey read a poem and three get well cards were signed and sent to members who are ill. The club constitution was read by Mrs. LeVer Vanator. The 20 members and one guest, Mrs. James Nuell, answered roll

WEIGHT WATCHERS * . Now Meets J At !; ' *■ I 7 p.m. Mondays : Lakeland Youth Center i; f I. i Announcement — i I . I I would like to an- | | nounce that I plan to f ! continue the opera- | g lion of BRAMMER | ! FURNITURE. store j $ i I south of Syracuse, g I and that I invite the f i■. ' i | continued patronage | | of our many friends f H * I I in the Lakeland area, | ! — Betty Brammer! i 1

blue velvet were Miss Sandra Cosper, Mrs. Greg Conor, both of Arizona and sisters of the bride, and Miss Carlynn Baumgartner, Syracuse, sister of the bridegroom. They wore matching bow and tulle headpieces, and carried blue-tipped white carnations and baby’s breath. Al McNulty of Flagstaff, Ariz., was best man and groomsmen were Mike Connelly and John Mast, also Flagstaff. The newlyweds are making residence at 12% East Benton, Flagstaff. The bride is a sophomore at Northern Arizona university and her husband, a graduate of Syracuse high school is a senior at the university.

call by telling “What I can do for others.” The project lesson was given by Mrs. Kenneth Miller on “How to Complain.” The door prizes were won by Mrs. Doris Huffman and Mrs. Chris Kammerer. Refreshments were served by the hostess. The February meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Donald Bobbs. LAKELAND LOCAL Mr. and Mrs. Robert Heckaman of Milford had week end callers of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lewis of Cadillac, Mich. Mrs. Lewis is a sister to Mrs. Heckaman.

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Dorothy Smith honored on 92d birthday Mrs. Melville (Dorothy K.) Smith of Syracuse observed her 92d birthday anniversary on Sunday with a number of well wishers dropping by during the day, and a small planned dinner party in the evening. On Saturday a letter 'Arrived, hand addressed, from The White House and signed by Richard Nixon. The contents read: I wish to extend my warmest congratulations on the occasion of your birthday. Mrs. Nixon joins me in extending best wishes that health and happiness may always be yours. Mrs. Smith enjoyed dinner parties with friends on Thursday and Friday evenings also. Many phone calls were received on Sunday including persons at Chicago, Arizona and Florida. -.A Busy Bees meet with Mrs. Shuder The Busy Bee club of Milford met in the home of Mrs. Cleveland Shuder on January 17. The new president, Mrs. Doral McFarren, handed out new club books. Roll call was answered by old and new topics. Mrs. McFarren was in charge of meditations. Mrs. Shuder introduced Mrs. William Stiegletz ab lesson leader. Mrs. Stiegletz, along with her husband and two daughters, have returned to Milford after serving eight and a half years in New Guinea. She showed slides and related many interesting experiences about their • work with the Daina tribe. The Daina’s had never seen a white lady. Instead of trying to change their customs immediately, they left teaching and time be the elements in their conversion to religion and civilization. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess at the close of the meeting. The next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. McFarren. Hh i ■ V 'w TO WED — Mr. and Mrs. Howard Peace of Syracuse announce the engagement of their daughter, Patty Ann, to Jim Wolfe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wolfe, Sr., Syracuse. Both young people are seniors at Wawasee high school. Patty is employed in the office of Wawasee Village Hardware and Jim works at Syracuse Rubber Company. June 30 has been selected as the wedding date. LAKELAND LOCAL Mrs. Ben Knockhel and Mrs. Edna Polk of Elkhart called on Mrs. Knockhel’s sister, Mrs. Emma Krauter, at Milford and Mrs. Polk’s mother-in-law, Mrs. Esther Polk, at Warsaw on Monday.

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GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY — Guest and past president of the Ladies of the Round Table at Syracuse, Mrs. Edgar Speer of Bicknell, left, is shown here at the club’s 50th anniversary celebration held Monday night at Saint Andrew’s church. Ladies presiding at the refreshment table are Mrs. John Naab, Mrs. Clayton Mock, Mrs. Clarence Schoeff and Mrs. Paul Rush, seated.

Ladies of the Round Table observe golden anniversary

A total of 33 ladies, past and present members, of the Ladies of the Round Table at Syracuse, were in attendance at an observance held Monday night in Saint Andrew’s United Methodist church parlor north of Syracuse, for the club’s 50th anniversary. Mrs. Paul Rush, vice president, gave the welcome and introduced Mrs. Oscar Dahl of Syracuse, mother of Darla Dahl, the adopted daughter of the club. Miss Connie Christner, accompanied by her mother, Mrs. Rollin Christner, presented a song entitled “A Love Song.” Mrs. Rush explained how the club scrap book came into being by club historians Miss Ethel Bowser and Mrs. Ralph Method. On display, the book was finished by Mrs. Clayton Mock and Mrs. John Naab. Highlights An interesting program portion included highlights by past presidents of the club during their administration. Mrs. A. L. Miller, serving 193031, reported on the excitement in working with a new and growing dub; and Mrs. M. E. Rapp, 1935-36, on a trip taken to the Gene Stratum Porter home. A letter received from Mrs. Hilary Bachman, serving 1938-39, said she remembered most of her association with each of the members. Mrs. Noble Blocker, 1939-40, told of a program “Pulling Strings” given by Miss Priscilla Rhode involving homemade puppets. Also, Mrs. Merton Meredith, 1946-47, reported on the book review by Mrs. Joe Bushong on “For Whom the Bell Tolls ; ” Mrs. Noble Myers, 1948-49, a turkey Christmas dinner at her home; and Miss Bowser, 1950-51, recalling her first book review on a colored family in the south before the reform period allowed them mere rights. ’ Mrs. Carl Penn, 1953-54, reported on a regretful trip made to Mishawaka to pick up the speaker for a program; Mrs. Blocker again in 1957-58, on the Indiana Federation of clubs convention at Spink hotel; and Mrs. Mock, 1960-61, the death of three prominent dub members namely May Kindig, Catherine Carr and Beulah Bushong. Mrs. Philip Fawley, 1962-63, read a poem she had written of her experience that year in serving as a mid-wife for the

Robert Reed baby who arrived before the family could make it to the hospital. Mrs. Vernon Beckman, 1963-64, displayed puppets made by Miss Rhode and used often; Mrs. Michael Neff, 1964-65, a program of the three R’s held at the elementary school; and Mrs. Edgar Speer, 1966-67, Indiana’s sesquicentennial. More Highlights Mrs. William Cutter, 1965-66, recalled the mock election held at the fall party; and Mrs. Milton Brice, 1968-69, the program given by Charlotte Blue on a family Christmas in the early 1900’s. Miss Karel Hollingsworth, 196970,. reported on the death of Charlotte Blue and a trip to Pletcher Furniture at Nappanee; and Mrs. Naab, 1970-71, told of club work in the drug program and contributions to the library of books on drugs.

X. Hi SILVER ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Warren Benson of Syracuse were guests of honor Sunday afternoon at a 25th wedding anniversary open house in the Benson home. Their three children, Janet, Gail and James were hosts. The former Miriam (Pat) Losee of Syracuse and Warren Benson were united in marriage by Rev. Otto Larson in the Syracuse Church of the Brethren on January 24, 1948. She is a secretary for Regent Homes and he is employed with Cambridge Homes, both north of Syracuse.

Mrs. Clarence Schoeff, 1971-72 president, told of the adoption of Darla Dahl, Wawasee high school’s blind student and the assistance given her. Miss Christner again entertained with the selection, “Climb Every Mountain” and Mrs. Beckman introduced Mrs. Penn, Mrs. Rush and Mrs. Meredith for a play involving the club collect. ,— Mrs. Schoeff, Mrs. Naab, Mrs. Mock and Mrs. Rush presided at the refreshment table. Mrs. Meredith will be hostess for the next club meeting with Mrs. Brice presenting the program “Keys to Adventure.” LAKELAND LOCAL Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Haney of Milford had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Galen Haney of North Webster.

Davis-Schrock vows slated in February • ... The announcement is being made of the engagement and approaching marriage of Mrs. Anna Mary Davis of Syracuse to Harold A. Schrock, also Syracuse. She is the daughter of Mrs. Andrew Armbruster of Syracuse and he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Schrock of Goshen. The marriage will take place in February in the home of Mrs. Davis’ sister, Mrs. Barbara Mikesell of 1722 East Madison street, South Bend. Mrs. Davis is a registered nurse at Goshen hospital and Mr. Schrock is employed with Regent Homes, Syracuse. Ebenezer Ladies meet in Fawley home The Ebenezer Ladies aid met last Thursday in the Syracuse home of Mrs. Vernon Fawley with 16 members and five guests in attendance. The meeting opened with group singing of “Trust and Obey” followed by Mrs. Edna Thomas reading scriptures pertaining to the “Unspeakable Love and Gift of God.” . Mrs. Blanche Starkey read a poem and Mrs. Roy Wilkinson reported sending flowers for the anniversary celebration on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bitner. A report was/given on sick members. The meeting closed with prayer. Mrs. Wilkinson will be hostess for the next meeting. Twilighters meet at Coburn home The Twilighters Bunco club rrfiet last Wednesday night at the ' Syracuse home of Mrs. Bill Coburn with Mrs. Gene Kitson assisting. Mrs. Norrhan Robie and Mrs. Nelson Kistler were guests. ‘ | High for the evening went to Mrs. Kistler; low Mrs. James Mench; travel, Mrs. Robie; and door prize, Mrs. Gerald Bitner. Anniversary gifts went to Mrs. Warren Benson, Mrs. Phillip Strieby and Mrs. Cobum. Mrs. Tim Darr received birthday gifts. A white elephant gift exchange was held. Mrs. Donald Niles will be hostess for meeting.

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ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED — Mr. and Mrs. George Kreager of Cromwell announce the engagement of 1 their daughter Nancy to Donald Feltner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Feltner of r 1 Cromwell. Nancy is a 1973 graduate of West Noble high school, completing her senior year at midterm. She is presently employed at Cromwell Products. Feltner is a 1972 graduate of West Nble high school and is employed by Globe Star Travel Trailer company, Elkhart. A September wedding is being planned. Farm Bureau women's confab February 13 INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly 2,000 Hoosier farm women will converge upon the capital city on February 13 for the annual Indiana Farm Bureau women’s conference. Highlights of the two-day meeting at the Murat Temple in Indianapolis are addresses by Dr. Kenneth McFarland, one of the nation’s outstanding guest lecturers; Mrs. Chester Smith, vice chairman of the American Farm Bureau Women’s committee; . Tony Mason, assistant football coach, Purdue university; and George Doup, president of the Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc. Mrs. Guy E. Gross, second vice [resident and director of the women’s department for the Indiana Farm Bureau, Will deliver her annual addressee the farm women on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 13. ' Extending an official welcome to the rural women will be Indianapolis Mayor Richard G. Lugar.