The Mail-Journal, Volume 11, Number 9, Milford, Kosciusko County, 27 March 1974 — Page 10
THE MAIL-JOURNAL. — Wed.. Mar. 27.1974
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B' I V >"w ■ AHfdß ■ 1 /£fw< f - -*’U ™ HONOR RETIRING CHIEF — -North Webster volunteer firemen, retired Firemen and their wives honored rearing fire chief Verland Bockman at a dinner at North Webster Friday night. From left, above, are Bill Metcalf, new fire chief; retiring chief Bockman; Howard Bockman. father of the retiring chief who is also retiring after 33 years of service; and George Bums, president of the North Webster fire department.
Retiring fire chief remembers ’big ones ’
North Webster's retiring fire chief Verland Bockman can remember some “really big’’ fires in his home community, he recalled Friday night as his fellow firemen and their wives honored him at a dinner His retirement was in January of this year “The biggest one I remember is the Thornburg Drug store fire on Mother’s Day in May of 1953.” he said. He recalled the drug store was located on the west side of road 13. and south of the stoplight. “That fire took out five buildings.” he said, “and departments from a number of surrounding towns helped us Tight the fire ” _ 33 Years’ Service Retiring chief Bockman joined
Mrs. Alan Wuthrich heads Right to Life committee
The Kosciusko county Right to Life committee held its organizational meeting on Wednesday. March 20. at the REMC building in Warsaw The slides entitled "Abortion — How It Is" were presented by Mrs. Hal Stroh and Mrs. Alan R. Wuthrich, both <rf WarsawMrs Wuthrich was elected president of this educational and legislative group It is optimistic in its work to get the Human Life Amendment passed by the legislature m Washington. Other officers are: Mrs. Stroh — vice president Mrs Arthur Carboneau of Syracuse — treasurer Mrs. John Geberin of r 2 Warsaw — secretary Mrs. Rick Schooley of r 6 Warsaw and Miss Barb Titus of Winona Lake — co-chairmen of publicity Mrs. Wuthrich reported letters
Alpha Nu chapter elects new officers
meml>ers of Alpha Nu cha P t *r of Della Kappa Gamma. an ‘nternational society of *omen educators, met last Thursday w Pierceton Hostesses in charge were Mrs rred MissTiorence Mtt » Agnes Davis and Miss Maude Yont L J** 1 presented 2?.’*? 1 ?. ”* tor 19T5 -~ licers were First v ice president Mrs Vernon Miller. Clayp^ - I Recording secretary _ Mi „_ i Saddnia Bruner. Warsaw 1 I Corresponding secretary _ | Mrs James Wysong. ■ Treasurer — Miss Mary ■tHenning. Culver * r I Parliamentarian — ■Richard Dinner, Syracuse ■ installation of officers arm Wserv ance of Founders’ Day wifi K held May 4 at Plymouth. Speaker ■liss Van Cleve. program cßrman. presented Miss Gwinn S»rvpt lus. speech and debating Jkctcr at Warsaw community hl school. for the evemni poßun SM| described the man; used in debate, ex kin detail the filini data and methods c
the North Webster fire department February 6. 1941 and became chief in 1946. he recalls. At that time Ray Bockman. the chief's brother, 'was assistant chief. Dan Hatfield was secretary, Lester White, treasurer, and Loren Kruger, captain. The retiring chief said he also recalls the fall of 1954 when the North Webster school gymnasium burned to the ground. Another, more recent fire, was in May of 1973 when the practically new Augsburger's Food Palace was robbed and burned out. At that time the Arnold Culver Grocery at Yellow Banks was burned out and a fire at the North Webster Liquor Store was noticed early enough to prevent a disastrous fire there
were sent to the members of the medical profession in the county respectfully asking for a response as to their opinions and or support of the Right to Life committee The following people participated in the informal question and answer period led by Mrs. Wuthrich and Mrs. Stroh: Rosie Schooley. Barbara O'Conner, Donna Keough. Janet Moore. Julia Geberin and John P. Geberin, all of Warsaw; Marilyn Bartkowick. Betty List, Pat Mock and Delores Sawyer, all of North Webster; Nancy Glon and Jodie Adkins of Syracuse; and Barbara Titus of Winona Lake They encourage anyone to become informed and involved An announcement will be made on next month s meeting Persons wanting additional information should call Mrs Wuthnch or Mrs. Stroh.
The Warsaw varsity debating team was then introduced using as the topic. "The Federal Government Should Guarantee a Minimum Family Income." Participating in the debate were Steve Smith. Charles Bunnell and Keith Pagel. The presentation was followed by a question and answer period. During the business meeting, conducted by Mrs. Ditmer. president, members were urged to attend the state convention at Indianapolis on April 19-21. LAKELAND LOCAL Mrs. Roy’ Rogers of Millersburg was a guest last Tuesday in the home of Mrs Hazel Kline
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In honoring chief Bockman. his fellow firemen gave him a plaque for 27 years of service as chief and a new firemen’s raincoat with “Chief Bockman” on the back His father. Howard, who has been with the same department for 33 years, was also given a plaque at the Friday night dinner. also retired and his years of service were also recognized. The North Webster fire department now has a 29member force, considered one of the finest in the area. Webster Businessman Retiring chief Bockman and his wife Jeanette are owners and operators of the Bockman Nursery and Greenhouse located on the Leesburg road, a business they have owned for 16 years. They plan to continue the business. 1 CANDIDATE — Lewis B. Goshert, 47. r 2 Warsaw, has filed on the Republican slate for his party's nomination for countysheriff. He is a self-employed trucking operator and will use the campaign slogan "A new broom sweeps clean.” Goshert feels the sheriff's budget and equipment are adequate, but lacks efficient management. If elected he would, according to a statement made this week, be sheriff 24 hours a day and his wife, the former Helen Pifer of Warsaw, would be the jail matron. He is a lifetime resident of this area and a graduate of Warsawhigh school. Backing vehicles collide Thursday Two vehicles backing from parking spots on W. Pittsburgh street in Syracuse Thursday morning collided with no damage to one and $95 damage to the 1967 Pontiac operated by Jeffrey R Corn. 20. of Syracuse. The mishap occurred as Corn attempted to back from a spot by Cutter's Chevrolet and Edward J. McQutllian. 38. 213 E. Main. Syracuse, backed from a space near Jenny’s Kitchenette
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Tippecanoe club meets in home of Mrs. M. Brady
Mrs. Mildred. Brady presented a lesson on labeling laws for the March 20 meeting of Tippecanoe Township home extension club. Mrs. Lillian Barker was hostess. As a roll call response the ladies brought a picture of themselves as a small child. Children to present program The children of North Webster Church of God will present a program at the Easter Sunday evening service. Music will be provided by the junior choir Denton Fair speaks at Church of God Denton Fair, a member of the National Missions board, was guest speaker at the March 23 evening service of North Webster Church of God s He discussed missions and personal witness. Barbee church elects officers Election of officers was held during youth night activities held March 16 at Barbee Community church. The new,officers are: Richard Ritenour — president Peggy Willman — vice president Sharon Greider — secretary Debbie Searer — treasurer Games were played and refreshments served. The next meeting will be held April 13. God's Children to make tour God’s Children youth singing group from North Webster United Methodist church will leave March 29 for a mid-western tour They will visit the Oral Robert's prayer tower in Tulsa, Okla., and present a program for the Indian United Methodist church of Tulsa. Girl Scouts attend roller skating party North Webster Girl Scouts attended a roller skating party on March 19 at Columbia City. Between 75 and 80 girls from three brownie scout troops and one Junior scout troop participated in the event. Miriam Circle presents program for UMC women Miriam Circle presented the program and acted as hostess for the March 19 general meeting of North Webster United Methodist church women.
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A lesson entitled "Living Alone Creatively” was given by Mrs. Ray Biltz. African violets were discussed by Mrs. Goldie Hunnicutt. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Biltz. A white elephant sale will be held. Jenny Carr is hostess for the Wee Webster 4-H'ers Jenny Carr was hostess for the recent meeting of Wee Webster 4H club. Carmen Bryant led the group in saying the pledge to the American flag. Lyle Haney led the 4-H pledge. Judy Fervada was in charge of group singing. Gerald McKay, gave a health and safety report about tornadoes Ross Long demonstrated how to construct a centerpiece from soap, felt and pipe cleaners. Robert Harding, an English teacher at North Webster junior high school, was guest speaker. He showed slides of his trip to Japan Plans were discussed for a craft session to be held April 20 at Syracuse. Community services set at Church of God Palm Sunday Community Services will be held at 7 p.m. Pairff 'Sunday evening at North Webster Ctjurch of God The adult choir- will present a cantata entitled “He Is The King of Glory.” / Mrs. R. Churchill " hostess for UMC officers meeting Mrs. Russell Churchill was hostess for the March 18 officers’ meeting of North Webster United Methodist church women. Supper was served and business for the coming year was discussed. Saint Patrick is theme for the conservationests Frank Golden gave the invocation to open the March 19 meeting of Barbee Conservation club. Tables were decorated in keeping with Saint Patrick’s day. Table centerpieces were awarded as door prizes. The program was presented by Charles Scott and God s Children youth singing group from North Webster United Methodist church. A carry-in supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Drain Fortress were chairmen for the evening. Other committee members were: Mr and Mrs Jesse Altman, Mr. and Mrs. Ivar Langdon and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Thornburg PRAYER BREAKFAST AT 7 A M. MARCH 31 North Webster Church of the Brethren will host a men’s community prayer breakfast at 7 a m. March 31.
Tom Jacks is Kiwanis club speaker Sergeant Tom Jacks of the Indiana State Police was guest speaker at the March 18 meeting of Lakeland Kiwanis club. He showed a movie about the purchase, care and operation of recreational vehicles. Perfect attendance awards were presented to Ron Owens, one year; Pat McCarty, three years and Jerry Badskey, five years. It was announced that ladies' night will be held April 22. The next board meeting is planned for April 1. Larry Stackhouse was accepted as a new member. 'Gym Party' set for March 29 A “gym party” will be held March 29 at North Webster school for junior and senior high school youth from North Webster Church of God. Such activities as basketball, volleyball and badmiton will be enjoyed. Women's society rolls bandages The Women’s Society of North Webster Church of the Brethren met recently at the home of Mrs. Viola Richcreek. Following the business session the ladies rolled bandages and made baby clothes. t Carry in dinner at Barbee church A carry in dinner will be held March 31 following the morning worship service at Barbee Community church. The dinner will honor Rev. and Mrs. Frank Gonzales and his evangelistic group as they finish a week long engagement at the f Barbee church. POW film shown at Church of God A film entitled “In The Presence of Mine Enemies” was shown March 23 at the evening service of North Webster Church of God. The film tokMhe story of a former POW and was taken from the book by the same name.
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COMMUNITY NEWS North Webster Church of God youth and their sponsors attended a program of gospel music held March 22 at Fort Wayne. John Atteberry, North Webster Church of God, will be serving as song director at a revival to be held April 8 through 12 at Big Lake Church of God, Columbia City. Tippecanoe Township Hobby club met March 27 at the home of Mrs. Ray Biltz of r 1 Warsaw. Good Friday community church services will be held at North Webster United Methodist church. A chili supper and talent show was enjoyed March 16 by the youth erf the North Webster Church of God. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Shields and family of Marion were week end guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Shields, r 1 Leesburg. Members of the Barbee
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Community church will hold a skating party April 5 at Columbia City. - NW— Ohio man beaten north of Milford A 17 year old Ohio man was found beaten Thursday night on SR 15 north of Milford. Marion E. Gee, 222 Oak St., Tip City, Ohio, reported that he was hitchhiking to Ohio when three young men in a four door sedan picked him up at the intersection of SR 15 and US 6. Gee reported he had been beaten with a club and a tire tool which inflicted severe bruises and a black eye. He was then kicked out of the car at railroad overpass on SR 15. County police Sgt. Richard Mikel and Milford marshal Don Drake investigated. Gee is in satisfactory condition at the Murphy Medical Center in Warsaw.