The Mail-Journal, Volume 13, Number 15, Milford, Kosciusko County, 5 May 1976 — Page 7
Wins coveted trophy at state convention
High honors came to Mrs Ralph (Mary lee» Clingaman of r 1 Syracuse at the Indiana State Garden Club convention at Evansville, Ind . on Wednesday, April 28 _ She was presented the coveted Honeywell Trophy, presented by Bruno Carl Moser, head of Purdue’s horticulture department The trophy was named after Earl M Honeywell, longtime Purdue horticulture professor, now retired The trophy is in recognition of the one who has stimulated the greatest interest in horticulture, and in recognition of amateurs who have contributed most to this phase of garden club work Mrs. Clingaman, a member of the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden club for 15 years, has done work on a district level for seven years and on a state level for four years Her Scrapbook Prime recognition came to Mrs Clingaman through her voluminous scrapbook on gardening, which documented the years erf work she has done through newspaper articles, photographs and letters from friends Her scrapbook describes horticulture as., 'fun. exciting, challenging and rewarding " She has used her leadership ability by serving on numerous garden dub committees, as past president of her local dub. a district director, and as an accredited flower show judge She served as a state director of garden clubs and has been a garden club member for 20 years She is credited with
Shari Zeht becomes bride of Phillip Ball on April 19
Muss Shari Zentz and Phillip Ball were married in a single nng ceremony April 19, in the home of the bride s mother. Mrs Pricilla Ixiper. Oceanside. Calif The bride is the daughter of Mrs Ixiper and Richard ixiper. Rochester anti the bridegroom is the son of Mrs Sandra Ball. Syracuse and Solomon Ba4l of Syracuse Rev Lloyd Johnson performed the ceremony before a small gathering of close friends and family members The bride was attired in a flairlength. princess style print gown
' • • r / ' ■ * ■ ’ ■ w. Ia \— u. y \ fxX V~ • * • A r .A 7t r '''C r — j-.-. Jr v j / • * | 111 l 111 .— ] H Turkey Creek Conservation Club Hunters, Fishermen Conservationists: The protection and wise use of our natural resources as well as a solid determination to learn to preserve favorable balances of nature, has prompted a small group of local people to recently reactivate the Turkey Creek Conservation Club. These people, your friends and neighbors, came together only in hopes of sharing a common concern, and they've found it. The club which meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at the clubhouse (one mile north of fish hatcheries on 13A) is primarily concerned with local problems, and is therefore upon the entire community to voice concerns and offer viable solutions. We need your membership and your attendance at meetings. It is only through common effort that we can preserve, improve, and maintain this beautiful area we all call home. Phone 457-3438 For Information
F - * vl JI B WITH HONEYWELL TROPHY — Mrs. Ralph Clingaman. r 1 Syracuse, is holding the handsome trophy she non at the state garden club convention at Evansville last Wednesday.
helping to organize several new garden clubs The Chngamans have moved several times before settling at the Like Wawasee area where she had her most successful garden She transformed each
in white with cluster erf small pastel yellow flowers The long chiffon juliet style sleeves featured lace inserts and a lace insert circled the skirt just above the hemline She carried a bouquet of yellow and white daisies and carnations and wore a matching wr.ist corsage. The coqple is at home at 430'r Boston street. Syracuse The bride is a student at Wawasee high school. The bridegroom attended Wawasee high school and is employed at Syracuse Rubber company
home into a show place, planting as many as 1700 bulbs at one time Successes and failures were many, but experience has been Mrs Clingaman’s greatest teacher Her awards have been many, including blue ribbons in horticulture by the score, four sweepstake ribbons, two tricolor, awards of merit, best of show, artistic design, and others Her citation reads. “She has given numerous programs on horticulture, birds, conservation, and has organized flower arranging workshops for other clubs and junior gardens Mary lee has been a most encouraging and thoroughly enthusiastic gardener and the Judges of the Honeywell Trophy Committee are proud to name her the Honeywell TrophyWinner of 1976 LED RELIEF Herbert Hoover became di-rector-general on Jan. 3, 1919, of the International Organization for Relief of Europe.
FOOD FACTS /E?
By PATRICIA M. BR AMAN Extension Home Economist Q. Can alum be substituted for lime to make pickles crisp? A. No. Alum is no longer recommended and should not be substituted for lime; Alum is not in the food and drug administration GRAS generallyrecognized as safe)J Old recipes included alum for the purpose of giving crisp pickles,; but this has never really been proven. Futhermore. (calcium oxide> makes pickles more firm rather than more crisp. Q. How long should canned milk be kept on th« shelf? A. Evaporated arid sweetened condensed milk should not be held longer than months. To keep the solids from settling, invert the cans every two weeks Once opened, the ejan should be refrigerated Sweetened condensed milk will keep longer than evaporated milk. due to its high sugar content j Q. Is it true thgit geraniums may be used |as a herb seasoning? A. Yes The sweet-scented many flavored leaves are used in pound cake, jellies. and compotes. or merely as floaters in finger bowls. Use a lime scented leaf in custard or an apple flavored one in bak|ed apples. For lime flavor try; Pelargonium nervosum; for! apple. P odoratissimum; for mint. P. tomentosum; fbr rose. P graveolens
Maxwelton ladies hold opening brunch — play
The Maxwelton Ladies Golf association held an opening brunch and play on April 28. Following brunch at Dangy’s, Mrs. John Kimble presided for a brief business meeting attended
Silver Thimble club has mother-daughter banquet
The fellowship hall of the Apostolic Christian church. Milford, was the scene for the mother-daughter banquet of the Silver Thimble club Monday evening. May 3. The theme of the party was “Happiness is a mother’s Love/’ The committee was Mrs. Richard Kaiser, Mrs. Frank Beer. Jr., Mrs. Alvin Haab and Mrs Ned Speicher They were all dressed in colonial gowns and bonnets. Mrs Willard Schieler served a pork chop supper to the 70 guests present Decorative dolls and lighted candles adorned the tables, with small bonnets at Attend spring confab of Democratic women The 1976 spring conference of the Indiana Federation of Democratic Women was held .April 23-24 at Indianapolis Mrs Walter tOpal) Miller and Mrs Esther Charlton attended as delegates from Kosciusko county Mrs Rilla Wood, president of national federation of Democratic women, gave the principal address at the luncheon Other guest, speakers were Mrs Jimmy Carter and Mrs Scoop Jackson, wives of presidential candidates; Senator and Mrs. Vance Hartke; Mary .Aikens Currie, candidate for lieutenant governor and Virginia McCarty, candidate for attorney general A workshop covered such topics as precinct workers and their obligations, obligations of officers .of your association, means of polling, and ERA.
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Q. What is the difference between beet and cane sugars? A. Beet and cane sugars are granulated sugars containing 99.5 per cent pure sucrose. The difference being their origin: beet sugar from sugar beets and cane sugar from stalks of sugar cane. Granulated sugar now on the market is a combination of sucrose and dextrose and results in softer baked goods due to its moisture attracting characteristics. Cindy Bucher honored at Bridal shower Miss Cindy Bucher of r 3 Syracuse was honored at a linen shower Sunday afternoon in the home of her aunt. Mrs. Delbert Dippon of r 1 Milford Guests were present from Muncie; Bloomington; Syracuse; Orland Park. Ill.; Saint Joseph. Mich.; and Milford. The gift and refreshment tables were decorated in keeping with the bride s chosen color of peach Miss Christi Neterer of Bloomington registered the gifts Refreshments of cake, sherbert, nuts, mints and punch were served Cindy will also be honored next Saturday afternoon in the W E Sellers home by Mrs. David Slabaugh of Goshen and Barbi Peters of Syracuse.
by 37 members. Nine holes of golf. Medal play, followed with Joan Stoelting capturing first; Merriel Callander, second; and Marge Newcomer, third.
each place. Lilacs were on the serving table. Mrs Frank Beer. Jr., read ‘‘Daughters’’ after which her daughters sang “Tea for Two,” “There are Smiles” and “The Magic Dragon.” accompanied on the piano by Mrs. Ned Speicher. Mrs Haab read “A Little Girl’s World.” Mrs. Frank Beer. Jr., read “Beatitudes of a Homemaker ” "The Christian Home,” was sung in unison. Recognition was given to the ministers’ wives. Mrs. Theo Beer, Mrs. Elmer Hartter and Mrs. Jesse Beer Each lady received a gift. i Mrs Richard Kaiser read "Dearest Mother" to her mother. Mrs. Oscar Graff, who was the oldest mother present. Others recognized were Mrs David Wuthrich. Mrs. Lyle Yoder. Mrs James Beer. Mrs Philip Beer and Lana Beer. Prize winners were Mrs. James Beer. Mrs Theo Beer, Mrs. Lewis Speicher. Mrs. Steven Haab. Mrs. Everett Price and Miss Sally Beer Annette and Lana Beer sang "God Bless America." joined by the guests singing in unison to close the party.
Mentone needs participants
The Mentone Bicentennial commission is planning many activities for the Mentone
' * / I J I 11! 1 BHuiß ■ _ '* v " INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS— New officers of the Kosciusko County Home Extension club are pictured left to right: Mrs. Wilfred Rensberger. vice president, Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers: Mrs. Herschel Albert, immediate past president; Mrs. Lloyd Hively, president; Mrs. Harold Nicholls, assistant treasurer: Mrs. Ernest Engelberth, secretary; Mrs. Robert* Busch, assistant secretary; Mrs. Everett Schooley, treasurer; and Miss Pat Braman, extension home economist. Officers were installed Wednesday. April 28, at the spring achievement banquet, at the Shrine building. Warsaw. There are 1.200 members throughout the county.
Dessert-bridge to be held The Lakeland Evening Bridge-O-Rama will end the 1975-76 season with a dessert-bridge party in the pro shop lounge at Maxwelton Golf club on Monday. May 17. at 7:30 p.m. Final standings will be announced. prizes awarded and plans made for the next year. All couples participating in this year’s bndge-o-rama and wishing to attend the final party event, should make reservations by May 14 by contacting Mr. and Mrs. Harry Alfrey, Jr., or Mr. and Mrs Charles Haffner. Intermediate Mothers club holds meeting The Intermediate Mothers club at Syracuse met on April 26 in the home of Mrs. Feri Rhoads with 16 members and two guests present. Following the club collect, the business meeting was conducted by the president Mrs. George Bushong. Reports were given by the various committee chairpersons. The evening program was given by Mrs. Frank Stefanski. Refreshments were served by the hostess and co-hostesses. Mrs. Edward Napier and Mrs. Loren Longenbaugh Educator warns of U.S. food crisis The nation’s food crisis hasn’t started yet, warns Joan Gussow, educational director of Teachers College, Columbia University. To avert the crisis Americans need a national production, distribution and consumption policy and must be taught how to avoid food waste and use leftovers, she adds. GRANADA TAKEN On Jan. 2,1492, the Spanish completed the conquest of Granada, extinguishing the Moorish kingdom and consolidating the Spanish monarchy of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castille.
Bicentennial Egg Festival to be held June 10,11 and 12. They need help to make the program a success. Some of the plans include: Bicentennial style show with the following categories: grand lady, pioneer, original, famous patriots and great statesman The style show is open to any man, woman, boy or girl with a deadline to«nter, May--24 For more information contact Marsha Scott, r box 208 Mentone. A quilt show, with the following divisions: antique quilts, 25 years or older, made during or before 1951; recent made quilts, made since or during 1952. open to youngsters and adults. For more information contact Virginia Lucht. r 1 Mentone. Art and craft exhibits with the following categories: painting, drawing, needlecraft, hobbies, happy birthday USA cakes, flowers, with ribbons to be awarded in age groups of grade school, junior high, high school, open class. For more information contact Connie Haney, r 1 box 196 Mentone.
Wed., May 5,1976— THE MAIL-JOURNAL
Beta Sigma Phi club to celebrate 45th anniversary
Beta Sigma Phi, a social, cultural and service organization for women, plans the celebration of the 45th anniversary of its founding. Outstanding projects and activities of the local chapter at Syracuse include the Bicentennial style show just completed. Monies are to establish a fund to assist the school in paving for office calls for children needing teeth, hearing, and eye exams. Also, a snowcone booth at the Mermaid Festival will help needy at Christmas and throughout the year. Celebration The Founder’s Day celebration on May 6 at The Windjammer in Syracuse marks the 45th anniversary event The organization was founded in Abilene, Kan., by Walter W. Ross, and the anniversary celebration will be observed by chapters all around the world. Mrs. Richard Plikerd is serving as chairman of the activities at Syracuse Mrs. Dave Griffith will be toastmistress for the evening. Mrs. Richard Keim has been selected for the honor of presenting a special message from the sorority's president She has received the message from the world headquarters in Kansas City. Mo. Awards will be presented to
Sorosis club holds spring party Monday
A spring party was enjoyed by members of the Sorosis club on May 3, at a Syracuse restaurant, with 17 members and three guests present. James Nelson presented an informative program on prehistoric times dating back approximately 7000 years,
South Shore ladies have opening breakfast
The South Shore Ladies Golf association held its opening breakfast on May 2 at the clubhouse with 28 members present Officers for the year are: President — B. J. Silveus Vice president — Ruth Banta Secretary-treasurer — Jean Gotshall Virginia Lamley was appointed chairman of the annual Land-O-Lakes tourney which will be held at South Shore Country club on June 15 for 18-hole players and June 22 for the nine-hole. Pearl Herrmann and Joan Gray will assist as scorers. Sandy Walgamuth and Mary Sullivan, with table decorations Handicap chairmen for the year are Jackie Wortinger and Brenda Kuhn Hostesses for the play of the day will be assigned on an alphabetical order. Susie Hulley has arranged the play of the day for the season Ringer scores may be posted or changed anytime a player plays with another member of the association Club pro. Steve Roderick, spoke to members on rule changes and answered questions. Mary Sullivan received the door prize at the conclusion of the meeting. First Play Day Blind bogey was the play of the day for the first day of the golf
local members and outstanding members will be recognized at 24 Countries Celebrations will take place in the 24 countries in which the organization’s 250,000 members in 12,000 chapters exist. The organization is not connected with a school or college and is non-political and non-sectarian. The keynote of Beta Sigma Phi is friendship. Chapters of five different degrees meet the growing needs of various age groups. Members., are active in small chapter groups and each chapter adapts the plans for socials, civic, service and cultural activities to fit the interests of its members. When Beta Sigma Phi events or civic endeavors are larger than one chapter can plan alone, all chapters in a city or area may combine their strength. State conventions are held each year with any member attending. Special Funds Internationally the chapters have created three special funds: the international loan fund through which members help one another; the international endowment fund through which $1,141,924 has been donated to cancer research, cystic fibrosis, homes for underprivileged children, and other causes; and the exemplar fund which helps to support literacy village in India.
continuing through the period of 1650 to 1679 and covering the time when LaSalle reached America. During the program. Mr. Nelson displayed an extensive collection of artifacts and explained where this type of artifacts might be found in this area.
season on Tuesday Pearl Herrmann received first in the nine-hole group followed by Kay Franke and Eleanor Carl, bed for second. In the 18-hole group. Stella Heckaman took first; Jackie Wortinger and Mildred Lotter, second; and Joe Waltz and Ginny DeWitt, tie for third A Crier’s tournament will be play of the day next week. Primary Mothers club holds a social evening Mrs. David Ridings was hostess for the April 26 meeting of the primary Mothers club at Syracuse, with Mrs. Steve Smith and Mrs. Ray Swartzendruber as co-hostesses. There were 18 members and one guest, Sharon Peterson, in attendance. The evening was spent socially. It was reported the Easter egg hunt for children of members was a success. Tentative plans were made for club members and husbands to attend the June 19 play of Oklahoma at the Enchanted Hills playhouse and also for a May bake sale as a part of the Bicentennial week end the last of .May.
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