The Mail-Journal, Volume 11, Number 8, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 March 1974 — Page 10

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JHK t i AT BARBEE CHURCH— Rev. and Mrs. Frank Gensales, seated in front sn the far right, and the God Squad Evangelistic team will be presenting a program of music and personal testimony at 7:30 p.m. each evening March 2S thru 31 at the Barbee Community church. The church to located on Kuhn drive on little Barbee Lake.

Rev. Frank Gonzales and God Squad to be at Barbee

Rev. Frank Gonzales and his God Squad evangelistic team will be appearing March 25 through 31 at Barbee Community church, Kuhn Dr, Little Barbee Lake. Rev. Gonzales. a former trumpeter with well-known Hollywood dance bands, is now a versatile young evangelist who sings, plays the trurr pet. directs choirs and preaches God’s message His artistry is dedicated completely to the Christian field and has taken him to 11 countries of the world He preached in both English and Spanish, and to date has recorded 12 long play albums in two languages

1 YEAR AGO. MARCH 21.1*73 A picturesque snow fall which suited early Fridaj night in the Lakeland area with flakes as large as half dollars. turned into one of the worst snow storms of the winter dumpug six to 12 inches of snow. Renner Sanitation service of Ligonier has be<*n awarded garbage pickup and sanitation services for the town of Syracuse for the current year. Syracuse police and county officers took into custody Sunday, seven area youths ranging in age from 15 to 30 years, after being found in the Kale Island summer home of Dr Eugene GregoUne of Gary 5 YEARS AGO. MARCH IS. ISOS Robert J. Swager. state high* way traffic engineer, appeared before the town board of trustees Tuesday evening regarding possible one-side parking enforcement on Huntington street iSR 13' in town. The Syracuse elementary and junior high schools were victims of a bomb scare just after noon on Friday, in what turned out to be nothing but a cruel hoax. A new service channel, 150 x 30 feet, is being erectsd on the south side of the main service building at Harkless Boat company. Mr. and Mrs. Ryland Mock wrimmre the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter. LuAnn to Michael Dean Brower of North Webster. 10 YEARS AGO. MARCH IS. ISM Pat Appenxeller and Tim Yeager are grand champions of the first annual Lakeland Community School Corporation science fair The 25th annual edition of the Mills Brothers Ttree Ring Circus is coming to Syracuse on May 21, it was announce! today by Rex Reynolds, president of the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary chib. Bob Auer will lie the new pro at South Shore Golf dub at Wawasee this year and will start his new duties on April 15. James Connolly will continue to manage the dub Syracuse street department

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As president of the Frank Gonzales Association, Inc.. Rev Gonsales has been instrumental in tending many young people to dedicate their lives to full time Christian service. He. his wife Jeanne, and his team of young people present a realistic dynamic approach to living and abundant life. An important part of his ministry are the orphanages in Mexico. One orphanage in particular which the association supports, to under construction in Tepic, Myarit, Mexico. Another vital ministry of the team to the drug assemblies held in schools across the nation. Through the music and personal

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emptoyeea have started cleaning the banka along Turkey Creek, from the edge of the cemetery to the sewage disposal plant.

» YEARS AGO. MARCH 19.1954 Don Byrd of Muncie, will serve as gtef pre al Wawasee Country dub this summer. Rev Carl Sorenson to the new president of the local Rotary dub. Mr and Mrs Orrin Smith have puircbaasd the former Joe Rapp residence on South Huntington street Miss Maxine Randall of Lonshurg and James Robinson of Syracuse were united in marriage Saturday at the Leesburg Methodist church. 43 YEARS AGO. MARCH 21.19» Miss Louise Hedges entertained members of the senior class and guests at a Saint Patrick's party Friday evening Governor Harry Leslie signed the efriver’s license law this week requiring all auto operators in the state to obtain a state bcenee by July 1. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Baker spent Saturday evening with the I .Hand Bakers at South Shore. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Searfoos called at the Ike Mellinger home Monday, taking some weaving fir Mrs. Mellinger Mr. and Mrs. Guy Nicolai and children took Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mfs George Sesee. $3,400 damage in Thursday accident Syracuse and Leesburg drivers znUided Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at the intersection of CR 300E and Bowser road. Drivers were Mark O. Grady.. 15. r 2 Syracuse, and Glenn D. Davto. 21. r 2 Leesburg. County patrolman Jerry Johnson investigated setting dßmage at 52,300 to the Grady auto and 51 JOO to the Davto auto, 535 was also given for damage to a county highway sign which was torn down. No injuries were reported and Grady was cited following the accident fir failure to yield the right of way.

experiences of team members who were former drug addicts, they are able to reach many children who are thinking about or are already on drugs, as they “Tell It Like It Is.” In 1960. while preparing to take his own dance band on television, Rev. Gonzales was stricken with tuberculosis. It was during his two years at Olive View Sanitarium in California that God called him to dedicate his life to the ministry. Rev. Gonzales graduated from Bob Jones university, Greenville. S.C., in 1959 and was ordained in Winston Salem, N.C., June 2. 1951. THIRD SON ENLISTS — Rewald Bauman, the third son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bauman. 443 North Huntington street, Syracuse, has enlisted in the US Army. Ren to an honor student at Wawasee high school. He enlisted in the delayed entry program for August 15, 1974. He will attend military police academy at Fort Gorden. Go. At the completion of the academy, he will be stationed in Germany with his two older b- - - 09- - ■ DTvilril. Two fires may be arson attempts Investigation continues into two separate fires last Thursday in the Syracuse area in which may be arson attempts in both cases. Twelve square feet of kitchen floor tiles were burned at the residence of Darlene Disher near Oakwood Park after fuel was apparently poured on the floor and ignited County officers reported a stereo was missing from the borne. Syracuse firemen responded to a call at the Robert Weybright farm on r 1 Syracuse at 11:05 pm. in a fire which destroyed the barn with value placed at 51,500. This was an assist to New Paris firemen who responded after a passing truck driver reported the fire on U.S. 5 just west of the Huntington road in Elkhart county. FIREMEN RESPOND TO MONDAY AM. CALL Syracuse Firemen responded to a call at 11:15 a m Monday to the Weatherhead Company where a tar kettle caught afire. The kettle of tar was used to make roof repairs at the Weatherbead plant

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Barbee Ladies plan for visit of evangelists Mrs Osha Bragg read a poem to open the March 14 meeting of Barbee Ladies' Christian Service. Mrs Lucille Hobell played the piano for group singing The sudy hour was led by Mrs. Bragg. The lesson topic was “Security of Obedience." The ladies made out menus and assigned duties for the week of March 25 through 31. At <which time the Frank Gonzales evangelistic team will be visiting the chupch. Mrs. Margaret Welker was welcomed back following a leave of absence. A sack lunch was served at noon. During the afternoon Rev. Bryce Foster met with the group to finalize plans for the week long evangelistic crusade. Following the meeting the ladies visited shut ins. Past Chiefs meet with Mrs. Vanator Mrs. Ermal Vanator was hostess for the March 13 meeting of Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters Mrs Harry Bause, president, was in charge erf the business meeting. She read an article on the functions of the heart. Mrs. Myrtle Griesinger. secretary, read the minutes of the last meeting Games were enjoyed and refreshments served. Mrs. Iva Kraus will be hostess for the April meeting Mary Circle plans banquet Mary Circle of North Webster United Methodist church met March 14 in the church fellowship hall Kay Dipper t opened the meeting with a reading Devotions were presented by Sherry Bleile A lesson entitled “Christianity in Our Lives" was given by Ann Wilkie. During the business session plans were discussed for the mother-daughter banquet to be held May 21. Mary Circle is to host the event. Carol Rampy served refreshments Lydia Circle to participate in 'Day Apart' Lydia Circle of North Webster United Methodist church met March 12 with Mrs. Jesse LeCount as hostess and Mrs. Carl Bockman assisting. Mrs Catherine Cov gave devotions entitled “Love and Friendship.” The group sang “Blessed be the tie that binds. " Mrs. Cov presented the lesson “I Thought I Was a Child of God ” It was announced that the group will participate in the “Day Apart ” to be held April 17 at Oak Wood. The next meeting will be held at the home, of Mrs. Telma Bannes. Dewart Lake. Pythian Sisters have meeting March 11 Mrs. Donald Kreis. most excellent chief, was in charge of the March 11 meeting of North Webster Pythian Sisters. Mrs. Ethel Engle presented plans for staff work at the April 17 district convention, to be held at North Webster Mrs Telma McKorkle is in charge of dinner arrangements for the convention. Mrs. Kreis and Mrs. Russell Moore served refreshments.

Bob Heady talks to Kiwanis Bob Heady, basketball coach at Wawasee high school, was guest speaker at the March 11 Breakfast meeting of Lakeland Kiwanis dub. He discussed his work with the Wawasee basketball and baseball teams. He stressed the importance of sports in developing young men of the schools and spoke in ; very complimentary terms of his team, their attitudes and efforts. Happy birthday was sung to Dave Shipley and J. R. Kober. Dave Jessup, Syracuse and Dave Kiefert, Bremen, were guests. Snowmobile club plans for spaghetti dinner Cancellation of the March 10 snowmobile races was discussed at the March 11 meeting of Lakeland Snowmobile dub. Mr and Mrs. Vaughn Hinesley were hosts for the evening. It was announced that the men will cook and serve a spaghetti dinner at the April meeting. Election of officers will also be held at the April meeting. Games were enjoyed and refreshments served. Saint Patrick's auction held by Busy Bees A Saint Patrick’s auction of “green items” highlighted the March 13 meeting of Barbee Busy Bee’s home extension dub. ' .Mrs. Arden Leiter was hostess. She was assisted by Mrs. Charles Reagan. Mrs. Donald Richrrds presented a lesson on “Protecting Your Home.” Roll call response was “If you lived in Sweden and could have six months of sunshine or six months of moonshine which would you choose?” Lesson planning was discussed. Plans for a bake sale, to be held in May, were talked about. Election of officers was held. The new officers are: Mrs. Leiter — president Mrs. Reagan — vice president Mrs. Richards — secretary

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Karieen Richards — treasurer Mrs. David Richards — devotional leader. Mrs. Jesse Clark was welcomed as a new member. Miss Susan Richards was a guest. Refreshments, in keeping with the Saint Patrick’s day theme, were served. An Easter auction will be held at the April meeting. —NW— Rambling with Rex By REX YENTES By REX YENTES As warmer weather approaches, moat families begin to turn their attention to summertime fun activities. Week end getaways and longer vacations begin to occupy the thoughts of people tired of the bleak days of winter. The possibility of gas shortages and gasless Sundays may force the alteration of general vacation plans. Many people will be looking once more at our own Hoosier state, southern Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio as areas full of fun and excitement to satisfy their leisure hours. As spring approaches, there are many things happening throughout our great state of Indiana. These activities are only a short distance away; they are inexpensive and offer much fun and enjoyment. On April 20-21, Troy in Perry county hosts the Perry County Dogwood Festival. Three driving routes cover the entire county and feature several stops where homemade and handmade items are featured. Crawfordsville plays host to the U.S. Canoe associationsanctioned Sugar Creek Canoe Race on April 20-21. This to a real bargain as there is no admission fee for spectators. The Ohio River Arts Festival in Evansville from April 26-May 12 will attract musicians, dancers, and craftsmen from the entire midwest. Each day of the festival will offer a different assortment of activities. A bit of nostalgia will highlight the First Annual International Railroad Hand Car Races at Forest Park near Noblesville. The races will take place on the first three week endi of May. Planners of this event hope to rival the ”500” auto race. Madison will be the sate of the “Historic Hoosier Hills Antique and Craft Spring Festival,” May 34-27. This event will feature both displays and sales. Home-baked goods will also be available. Also as a spring offering. Terre Haute gives us ‘‘The Banks of the Wabash Festival” From May 31June 9, Terre Haute will be alive with canoe and raft racing, log rolling, bicycle tours and races, a parade and many other activities.

Farewell held Sunday for Church of God minister

A farewell fellowship hour was held Sunday at the Syracuse Church of God in honor of Pastor and Mrs. Walter C. Burcham. The Burchams left Monday for Richville, Ohio, where they will serve the First Church of God. Those in charge of the Sunday fellowship hour were Mrs. Arnold Grindle, Mrs. Oliver Hibschman, Mrs. Gerald Secrist and Paul Yeager. Yeager served as master of ceremonies for the opening program and read scripture. Readings were given by Mrs. Hibschman and Mrs. Donald Nine. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Yoder entertained with a vocal duet. A cake, baked and decorated in the form of an open Bible by Mrs. Hibschman, was served with other refreshments to the approximately 70 persons in attendance. Pastor Burcham’s farewell sermon, “Keepers of the Faith,” was delivered in the morning worship service. Special music for the service was provided by

Kosciusko County Literacy council formed in Warsaw

The Kosciusko County Literacy Council has organized under the sponsorship of the First Presbyterian church, corner of Market and High streets, Warsaw. The Altrusa Women’s Service club has assisted in the training session and organization of the council. The purpose of the council is to help individuals in the county who need help in reading and writing. Trained tutors will help English and foreign speaking, persons, if they request assistance. The teacher’s time is free, but the student must purchase workbook. The program is phonetic and known the world over on mission fields as Dr. Frank Laubach’s “Each One Teach One” method. There is a class being conducted for Spanish speaking men under Daniel Strayer. Another

Rev. Mrs. Everett speaks to Bashor Home Auxiliary

Rev. Mrs. Nigel Everett, pastor of Ossian Faith and Prospect United Methodist churches, presented a program far the Bashor Home Auxiliary on Monday morning, March 11. Rev. Everett challenged the group to combat traditional ideas about the status of women and become whole persons. She stated one should listen to the call of God and then work faithfully in the role she chooses. As an example of this faithfulness, she portrayed Miriam, mother of the

REV. WALTER C. BURCHAM Connie Christner and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Yoder. New members! received into the church at tile close of the service were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wolfe and Harold Yoder.

class has started for eight Spanish speaking men and women at the Milford Catholic church. A training session will be held at the Apostolic Christian church in Milford March 28, 29 and 30. Hours will be from 7-10 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 9-3 p.m., Saturday. For further information contact Mrs. Stanley Kintzel, 507 North West street, Warsaw or First Presbyterian church, Warsaw. Officers of the new organization are: President — Mrs. Stanley Kintzel Vice president — Mrs. John Saemann, Jr. Secretary — Mrs. Jon Bumbaugh Treasurer — Mrs. Howard K. Apeland Librarian — Mrs. David Poor

boy whose loaves and fishes Christ used to feed the 5,000. The women were asked to help with a mailing on March 25 at 9 a m. at Arbogast center. Hostesses at the center for the March 11 meeting were the women of the Wolflake United Methodist church. 22ND AMENDMENT The 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, limiting presidential terms of office, was ratified on Feb. 26, 1951.