The Mail-Journal, Volume 10, Number 46, Milford, Kosciusko County, 12 December 1973 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., Dec. 12,1973

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[North Webster j I By MARY LEE WILLMAN I J R. 1 Leesburg |

Mrs. Howard Locke hostess for Yule party Dec. 3

Mrs. toe extend club Chnsunas party. She was assisted by Mrs. R MreHaroW e Anderson, pres.; conducted a short business Pals were revealed and names drawn for next year. Christmas gifts were exchanged. Mrs. Ritchie read a story entitled “Three Wise Women.” Mrs. Anderson gave the

Mrs. Brandburg's project helps others at Christmas

Mrs. William Brandenburg, a resident of North Webster for 24 years, spent this year turning her spare ti meant o thoughtful gifts for of Kosciusko nurMrsr Brandenburg turns discarded clothing, linens, curtains, etc. into lap robes, hospital gowns, and bite for the many forgotten and neglected nursing home residents. The finished articles are picked up and distributed by Mrs. Elmer Robin and Mrs. Leon Poulson, retired registered nurses who work as volunteers for the Red Cross.

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meditation and read a poem. Guests present were Mrs. Thelma O’Brien and Mrs. Mark Copeland, Goshen, a former member of the club. A salad bar was served. Table decorations were in keeping with the Christmas season. A report was given regarding the gifts purchased by the club for the mentally ill. It was announced that the club has adopted a lady patient at a local nursing home.

Mrs. Brandenburg is nearly out of sewing material and fabrics to line lap robes. Mrs. Margaret Teghtmeyer, Tippecanoe township chairman of the Red Cross, is looking for more material to help Mrs. Brandenburg continue her good work. Mrs. Teghtmeyer, Mrs. Robin or Mrs. Poulson will accept fabric donations for Mrs. Brandenburg’s sewing project. Holiday Ball set for Dec. 15 The North Webster Lady Lions are sponsoring a Holiday Ball to

be held in Camelot Hall in the International Palace of Sports at North Webster. This is the first social event ever to be held in the newly constructed International Palace of Sports. The Holiday Ball will take place on December 15. Mrs. Mazel Miller hostess for WCTU North Webster WCTU met December 4 at the home of Mrs. Mazel Miller. The meeting was opened with group singing of Christmas carols. Prayer requests were remembered. The minutes of the November meeting were read. “Love” was the topic of devotions given by Mrs. Russel Baker. In answer to roll call Mrs. Miller played Christmas carols on the bells. Other members told Christmas stories, recited poems, quoted Bible verses and recalled Christmas memories. Refreshments of Christmas punch, cookies, hors d’ oeuvres and a small Christmas tree decorated with candy favors were served. Each lady was presented with a small gift. Mrs. Joe Barrett gave the closing prayer. Christinas Eve services planned Special Christmas Eve services are being planned by North Webster United Methodist church. There will be special music and selections by the choir. The family Christmas Eve service will be held at 7 p.m. Candlelight services will be conducted at 11 p.m. 14 new members received by United Methodists North Webster United Methodist church received as new members, 14 young people from the church confirmation class during services December 2. The new members are Rebecca Weeks, Tony Shear, Paul Gentry, Lori Henderson, Laurie Pryor, Lorie Smith, Vanessa Schrock, Cindy Wood, Marc Wood, Lisa Gant, Jennifer Carr, Joan Kussmaul, Elizabeth Davenport and Nanette Dipert. GREENS HUNG ON SUNDAY A “Hanging of the Greens” ceremony was held December 9 at 5 p.m. at North Webster United Methodist church.

Rev. Bill Evans new pastor at Church of God Rev. Bill Evans is the new pastor at North Webster Church of God. Rev. Evans and his wife, the former Rhea Hawkins, came to North Webster from Norfolk, Va. They are the parents of two children; William Evans 111, who lives in California and Mrs. Richard Claflin, Alliance, Ohio. They have two grandchildren. Rev. Evans graduated from Anderson college seminary, Anderson, and did post graduate work at Central Michigan university. He is a veteran of World War II and served two years in the South Pacific with the U.S. Navy. Fireman's auxiliary has party The North Webster Fireman’s Auxiliary recently held its annual Christmas party and gift exchange at the fire station. Following a carry-in dinner square dancing was enjoyed. Meeting Held The Auxiliary met recently at the fire station. New officers were elected for the coning year. They are: Mrs. Steve White — president Mrs. Jim White — vice president Mrs. Lawrence Warble — secretary Mrs. Roy Spry — treasurer The group voted to make a donation to the Mark Wiggs fund. This fund will be used to purchase scuba gear needed as rescue equipment by the fire department. Beta Psi chapter has dinner North Webster Beta Psi Chapter of Lambda Chi Omega recently held its annual anniversary dinner at a local restaurant. The sorority is planning a Christmas party and gift exchange to be held December 19. Lady Lions have party North Webster Lady Lions held their Christmas party December 4 at a local restaurant. Mrs. Richard Mitchell, retiring president, presented the gavel to Mrs. Fee Ullom, incoming president. A gift exchange was held and new officers installed.

Officers are elected at Barbee church The annual congregational business meeting and election of officers was held December 2 at Barbee Community church. New officers for 1974 are: Ira Lewis, Carroll Eiler and Roy Foster, deacon board; Mrs. Carroll Eiler and Osha Bragg, deaconesses; Don Watson, Sunday school superintendent; Howard Koenigshof, board of trustees; Mrs. Thomas Willman, secretary; Mrs. Bryce Foster, treasurer; Laurie Wilson, head usher; and Dewight Ritenour, assistant usher. Sechrist 65 has Christmas party Dec. 5 Sechrist 65 home extension club held its Christmas party and gift exchange December 5. A short business meeting was held. Mrs. Tom Guinn was accepted as a new member. Secret pals were revealed and names drawn for the coming year. Mrs. Brock Van Meter was a guest. The group voted to tour a local business during the January meeting. SI,BOO raised by church group It has been announced that approximately SI,BOO was raised by North Webster United Methodist church at an auction sale held recently. Useable material taken from the old North Webster Bank building was auctioned off. The youth of the church have been engaged in tearing down the old building for several months. Barbee Hoosier club has Yule party Barbee Hoosier club held its Christmas party and gift exchange, December 5, at a local restaurant, Mrs. Ruth Butler, president, conducted a short business meeting. The annual event was attended by 17 members and one guest. DR. EGON GERDES AT UM CHURCH Dr. Egon Gerdes, Garret Bible Seminary, Evanston, 111., was present December 5 at North Webster United Methodist church to help plan a Spiritual Life conference scheduled for March.

Theo Thomas is speaker Theo Thanas gave a report of the travelogue project during the December 3 meeting of Lakeland Kiwanis club. Robert Day, president, read a letter from the ski club concerning its water safety equipment fund. Stu Walker announced a meeting of the citizenship committee immediately following the board meeting. Dave Everts gave the treasurer’s report and Jon Roberts read the secretary’s report. Committee reports were given by: Sherm Bryant, “give of yourself.” Ron Owens, membership; Hazen Sparks, “spiritual aims,” and Ralph Haynes, scouting program. Guests present were: Dr. Walter Bradley, Fort Wayne; Eldon Kessler, North Manchester and Henry Keifer, Bremen. First candle of advent is lit December 2 Lighting of the first candle of the advent wreath was held December 2 at Nath Webster United Methodist church. The wreath was rifade Judy Tracy and family. Ron Owens and family lit the wreath on Deceqaber 2. A different family will be lighting the wreath each week. REV. GONZALES AT BARBEE CHURCH Rev. Frank Gonzales, Elkhart, and the "God Squad” evangelistic team presented a program during the December 9 morning worship service at Barbee Community church. BARBEE LADIES TO HOLD CARRY-IN Barbee Ladies Christian Service will hold a carry-in dinner and gift exchange on December 13.

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November report released by JP James Brooks

Van Buren township justice of the peace James Brooks has released his November report. It follows: Jesse V. Avalos, Milford, $26 fine and cost for public intoxication; s4l for resisting arrest Bruce E. Anderson, Milford, $29 fa no vehicle inspection; $29 fa speeding Terry R. Roose, Goshen, $25 fa speeding Eugene K. Terry, Nappanee, $46 fa disorderly conduct Miquel Lozano, Milford, s3l fa assault and battery Timmothy M. Mauk, Warsaw, Slight injuries as accelerator sticks A Goshen woman, Mrs. Naomi Artley, 98, of r 6 was taken to Goshen hospital for treatment, and released, after the accelerata of her 1973 Buick coupe apparently stuck causing ha to hit a NIPSCo pole in the 100 block of South Huntington in Syracuse at 11:24 Wednesday maning of last week. She sustained abrasions of both knees and a minor head injury. Mrs. Artley reported to officers she was attempting to park when the gas pedal stuck causing the engine to race, and after shifting into drive, the car jumped forward, over the curbing, across an alleyway near the Huntington building, and into the pole. Syracuse officer Joe Thanburg placed damage at $2,200 to the front end of the auto.

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$52 fa permitting a violation Alvin H. Voltz, Syracuse, $49, fa public intoxication; $49 fa resisting arrest; and $52 and one year suspension of license fa driving under the influence Richard L. Hanshew, Goshen, $32 fa no vehicle inspection; $32 fa false registration Walter L. Kebby, Milford, $52 fa driving while suspended Delbert L. Fox, Nappanee, $32 fa disregarding an automatic signal Thomas D. Helh, Jr., Milford, S2B for violation of muffler law Total fines and costs collected during the month of November was $605. Rick Pinneys buy Chalet Realty Mr. and Mrs. Rick Finney have purchased Chalet Realty, located in Wawasee Village, from Mr. Pinney’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. R. Pinney, and George Duckwall. Both Rick and his wife, Malinda, are licensed real estate brokers. Chalet realty handles commercial and residential real estate and rentals in the Lakeland area. Mrs. Pinney is the famer Malinda Peffley. There are many smart people but few student!v