The Mail-Journal, Volume 13, Number 14, Milford, Kosciusko County, 28 April 1976 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., April 28,1976

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I North Webster ! j By MARY LEE WILLMAN | I R. 1 Leesburg j ,1 A--. . . -A. «— .- . J t ih|Ws ,i k K j Hv VOLUNTEERS FROM CHURCH OF GOD — Shown above are volunteers from congregations throughout the midwest, standing in front of the parsonage. They helped to rebuild at earthquake sticken Tecpan. Guatemala. ! * T»i 3fik*MW MB Oct ' Ek jjr *» T > x • - *. • v.•• v< ': AN OXCART — This oxcart is in front of the Tecpan Church of God. It is being loaded with dirt for transportation to another area at earthquake damaged Tecpan. Guatemala. North Webster men home from Guatemala

Doug Bowser and Bob Likens recently returned home after a two-week work trip to the earthquake stricken country of Guatemala i The two men traveled with a group of other volunteers from Church of God congregations throughout the midwest Upon reaching Guatemala the workers were taken on a twohour nde up the mountain to the town of Tecpan The population of Tecpan had been 17,000 persons Within 30 seconds after the quake struck the population was reduced to 14,000 According to Mr Bowser,‘ The '• town and surrounding countryside was devastated Everything was covered with a thick layer of fine dust and we wore face masks for the first few days Piles of rubble and the remains of buildings were every

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where People were living in holes in the ground or using com stalks, lumber or whatever they could find to huddle down behind at night “ For the first four days there was no water Liquid, was obtained by drinking warm soft drinks After that the water was turned on for one hour in the morning There also was no electricity. The work crew treated and purified what drinking water they had but within five days everyone started getting sick with stomach cramps and diarrhea Food had been ordered ahead of time and flown in by the Church of God Missions department While the food was pretty much w hat would be eaten in the states, the cooks were local women arui after they added a few variations of local cooking and some of the powdery dust blew into the food, it tasted very different from what would be eaten at home Cooking w as done on a sheet of metal placed over an open fire built m a hole in the ground Though they didn’t speak Spanish, the men quickly learned 'to communicate with -the local people through sign language According to Mr Bowser “The pecple were so warm and wonderful They cried with appreciation because we came to help them The children were a special joy They came early tn the morning and worked hard all day helping in any way that they could When we stopped for Bible studv we usually had refreshments. The children were very polite. They would stand back and make no effort to participate until they were invited Os course we always invited them ” The work crew slept in tents. Inspite of the discomfort of dust. 90degree heat, sunburn, stomach upsets and no modem con-

veniences tents were considered a safe luxury because of the nightly earthquake tremors. The church parsonage and part of the church building had been destroyed during the original quake. The men set to work as cement mixers, stone masons, carpenters and ditch diggers. Everything had to be done by hand due to the lack of electricity. Although daily earth slides covered portions of the road between Tecpan and Guatemala City, the return two hour ride down the mountain to Guatemala City was made without incident. The men went to the telephone office at Guatemala City to phone home and found themselves facing two Guatemalan soldiers armed with machine guns. Their interpreter assured them the soldiers were necessary to protect communications from communist terrorist attacks. Asked for a final comment Mr. Bowser said, “We are mighty lucky to be living in America We met such warm, wonderful, spiritual people in Guatemala. They have nothing yet are so happy and grateful for eventhing It was quite an experience. We would like to go back someday and take our families but it s also nice to be home." Bruce Mitchell visits family in North Webster Army PFC Bruce Mitchell spent April 11 through April 18 in North Webster visiting with friends and family before going to Fort Debens. Mass., for six weeks advanced training with the army security agency. On April 16 Pvt. Mithell and Jim Bennett. Carmel, Calif., were honored guests at a cook out and weiner roast held at the home of Mr and Mrs Richard Mitchell, North Webster. Approximately 28 friends and family members attended the event. New officers elected by snowmobilers New officers were elected and installed during the April 12 meeting of Lakeland Snowmobile club. The new officers are: Steve Beavers — president Nancy Mignery — vice president Mrs Doug Ringler — secretary Mary Fiddler — treasurer. —NWSenate race — (Continued from page 1) re-election are Ronald Sharp of Syracuse. Keith Hom of Warsaw and Thomas Anglin of Prairie township The others who are vying for the office are Rex Hogan of Warsaw. George Klinger of Warsaw and Merl Wertenberger of Pierceton. Another county contest is that of. county coroner on the GOP ticket Incumbent Kenneth L. Wyman, must win over D. Mark Harshbarger. Norvin W Lewis. Jr., and Wendell G. Sadler. The third Republican contest on the ballot is that for county clerk Second deputy N. Jean Messmore of Warsaw seeks the nomination as does Phillip J Roy of Winona Lake Congressional Race While many believe the race for the Republican nomination for congressman from the second district race involves three men. it does in fact involve five. Seeking Ute opportunity to face incumbent Democrat Floyd Fithian on the November ballot are Will Erwin of Bourbon. J. Philip Oppenheim of Lake Tippecanoe. Glenn H Sullivan of Lafayette and Milan D. Tesanovich and Robert L. Van Gorp, both of Merrillville. President Republican voters will have to make a choice on whether to vote for Ronald Reagan or Gerald R. Ford for president while Democrats will have their largest choice on the ticket and must vote for Jimmy Carter. Henry M Jackson. Ellen McCormack or George Corley Wallace In the US senate race voters *ill Find the name of William Coastas. Richard G. Lugar and Edgar D. Whitcomb on the Republican ballot and Democrats will find the names of R. Vance Hartke and Philip H. Hayes on their ballot. Governor’s Race Incurtibent Republican Governor Otis R. Bowen s name appears alone on his party's ballot while Larry A. Conrad, Robert J. Fair and Jack L. New all seek the Democratic party’s nomination QUEEN CROWNED Elizabeth I was crowned Queen of England on Jan. 13, 1559.

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Dear Editor : In the past several months there have been many articles published the lack of concern andlanterest of teachers for their students. Here in Lakeland Community we are most fortunate to have a group of leathers that does not fit this pattern. This week end we witnessed t|he climax of three months of long, tiring hours by some of these teachers. Hours above and' beyond the call of duty. Alan Zerkel. Mrs. Ralph

Sharing feelings

Dear Editor: After attending the performance pf “Music Man" at Wawasee high school. I could not help but come home and share my feelings with the town of Syracuse. ] I What pride as parents to watch the outstanding beauty and talent of all the actors, singers and dancers Plus the added talent of the art shqw.

In defense of local option tax

Dear Editor: There has been so much unfavorable publicity about the county option tax that the good features of this tax need some defense. U is not a monster or a “steal” -H it is a low rate tax on adjusted gross income that helps in giving (property tax relief. In Kosciusko county, a family of four with a gross income of $12,000 will pay a county option tax of $451. This family, if a home owner, will pay less in property taxes because of the option tax unless their taxable income exceeds $3,000. This same couple has received a reduction in property, taxes. A taxpayer with a taxable income of $25,000 pays $125 and ;he has a lower property tax to pay. The following points should be given consideration: 1. The CO tax results in decreasing the county rate 22 cents and school rate on property by the same amount for some corporations. Township and town rates are lower because of it. Ask our coupty auditor. 2. Owners of property will be unhappy if the option tax is repealed and property tax rates go up to make up the loss from revenue from the option tax. 3. Fpur of the bordering counties have the option tax. If our county repeals it, our residents who work in those counties will pay one quarter per cent (naif our rate) into their treasuries That is a provision of the law. 4. The option tax is collected by' the Indiana Department of Revenue and remitted in full to our county. No per cent is retained by the state for collection. There is no “steal” from our taxpayers in the transition. 5. The option tax is a part of the property relief plan and deserves to be retained in order Gamma Sigma chapter has greenhouse tour The Gamma Sigma chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha met last Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Robert Heady at Syracuse. The group then continued to a local greenhouse and nursery for the educational portion of the meeting Upon, returning to the Heady home, the business meeting was held with 12 members answering roll call and 11 guests in attendance. Projects Plans are continuing for a garage and bake sale in May, with; proceeds going toward an emergency fund to pay dental bills of needy students throughout the Lakeland school corporation. The chapter will also be making contributions to Camp Riley, a state philanthropic project, to Saint Judes Children s Research hospital and an international philanthropic project. Members are also making plans to attend the state convention in Indianapolis on June 4 through June 6. Chapter members were reminded of the jewel pin ceremony and installation of new officers for the 1976-77 year on May 19 Several new pledges will be initiated at that time.

Bushong. David Blackwell. Miss Linda Kehoe. Miss Pam Juday. Mrs. Paul Rush. Sam Martin and Mrs. Michael Stewart are all to be congratulated for their outstanding work in producing “The Music Man" at Wawasee high school. We wanted to publicly express our appreciation and to say thank you so much. Two proud and grateful parents. Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Pryor North Webster. Ind.

The work that went into this production by the stage crew, teachers and students was unsurpassed Thank you Mr. Zerkel and all the teachers for giving your time, patience and love to these kids ... It’s an evening we will all remember .... Kay Franke

to help in continuing our lower property tax rates. Harold Young Member Van Buren township advisory board and precinct committeeman Van Buren I

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Industrial — (Continued from page 1) bonds, which normally are two per cent below the going commercial interest rates, he commented He said commercial banks usually frown on 100 per cent financing and do not care fir 30year bonds. The towns with such commissions have no responsibility for the bonds, Mr. Lentz commented. Until now there have been no municipal bonds issued by such commissions in default, Mr. Lentz told his listeners. In Indiana the law allows no tax moratoriums on property. He said the city of South Bend has attracted about 70 new industries through this method. Lentz said he could think of no disadvantages to the formation of an economic development commission. “A community needs a mix.” Lentz said, pointing out that the Syracuse community is essentially a recreational community. “There is no status quo. A community grows or goes down hill. There's just no staying even with the board.” “One of the first things industries ask is ‘Does the community have an economic development commission’ when they are site looking.” Mr. Lentz said He said an EDC can serve industry, nursing homes and motels, but should not be used to promote competitive local businesses. It costs nothing to establish, and if it is never used there has been no harm done. As much as an economic development commission a town needs an industrial park, water, sewer and available land with a price tag on it, Mr. Lentz advised. Discuss Other Items A number of other items were discussed at the meeting, among which executive secretary Joe

Gray said a Four Seasons community brochure is being planned and advised members to respond to the effort by placing ads in it. The brochure will be distributed in a five-county area, he said. It is supported by a $1,500 matching fund grant from the tourism division of the department of commerce. Bill Beemer gave a secretary’s report and Robert Mauzy, treasurer, reported a bank balance of $1,006.55. Ted Rogers, vice president who chaired the meeting, said Joe Morganthaler is making progress on this year's Flotilla. Expert sees no material shortage G Kirby Dawson, director of Stanford Research Institute’s Resources and Materials Economics Department, says there is no fundamental

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