The Mail-Journal, Volume 13, Number 23, Milford, Kosciusko County, 30 June 1976 — Page 3

abound SJ> J Another Mermaid Festival is history." And some are glad it is — winners and losers alike, but as important are those who worked so hard each year to bring the extravaganza off. An almost visible sigh of relief was felt when the final tent came down early Sunday morning. The many young men and women of the North Webster community who worked so hard to bring the Festival off in the original Homer Shoop tradition are to be congratulated And, speaking of Homer Shoop, his presence is still felt in Festival activities. He was singly honored at the long Saturday parade as his float stopped briefly in front of the reviewing stand where words of commendation were heard from M€ Jack Underwood. It was Homer who added the International Palace of Sports to the Mermaid Festival theme, bringing internationally noted sports figures to this small community to be immortalized This year's figure was the famous Ohio State football player Archie Griffin, a twotime Heisman Trophy winner, who thrilled youngsters everywhere he went. His following among the young fry is unmistakable. He obliged by signing autographs for anyone who stepped up. But back to Homer, some of his friends held a surprise party for him at Camelot Hall immediately following the parade Well, it was almost a surprise party One invited guest. Don Caton, of Pensacola, Fla., sent Homer a telegram stating, "Sorry 1 cannot attend your surprise party." Whereupon Homer asked Ed

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Likens. “Hey, Ed. what’s up anyway* Look at the telegram I just got from Don Caton from Florida." Then the jig was up. Ken Lewis of Anderson, well known public speaker, paid tribute to Homer as nearly 100 close friends and associates spent a brief shining hour with the International Palace of Sports mentor. Rain marred the early days of the Festival, but Saturday turned out a real day for all concerned. A hot sun belted down on paraders and spectators during the hour-and-a half show along road 13. as many bandsmen and others did their thing in hot collar-tight uniforms. The politicians were out, too, with Republicans featuring Dick Lugar of Indianapolis and Democrats featuring Indiana’s senior senator R. Vance Hartke and second district congressman Floyd Fithian. Thirty-odd spectators were taken to the fire station where they were treated for heat exhaustion by EMT men and women and by nurses who were on hand. Julie Caron. 9, Marion, was struck by a car driven by Jay A. Heydeof Huntington at 6:45 p.m.. following the parade, as she dashed across road 13 in front of the fire station Julie beat one ca°r, but ran into the northbound Heyde car Wawasee high school freshmen. who had "adopted” "Bodie" gave the effervescent WOWO janitor a reception and handsome plaque on the grounds of Camelot Hall at 1 p.m. Saturday. Then Bodie (Estelle Bodenhornl rode in the parade.with arms outstretched as the parade viewers went wild over him. Underwood told this column Bodie "appears" from time to time on WOWO with his inimitable comments and really has a wide following They bill him as "the oldest janitor around" Unmarried, he has been WOWO man-around-the-shop for some 30-odd years What a great tribute to a great guy! What a lot of Festival-goers don't know is that this year's Queen of Lakes was a real

reluctant candidate. Members of the Milford Lions club's queen committee worked on her real good to finally persuade her to "come out” and be their contestant. Those who know the demur Joann Rassi well knew she was a winner all along. She has deep personal convictions about parading herself, in keeping with religious principals gained at the Christian college in San Diego. Calif., where whe will be a senior next year. She will make a reigning Festival Queen of Lakes everyone can be proud of. Her two trophies —for Queen of Lakes and swim suit competition winner — plus her crown and scepter are on display in the Milford office of The Papers Incorporated. So all is over, and would you believe there is already talk about next year's Mermaid Festival? A family reunion was held recently at the Joe Hughes hone with 43 members of the immediate family plus friends attending. Among the guests were Mrs Arnold Pedersen, the former Betty Hughes of California; Mrs Howard Adams, the former Hattie Hughes of Louisiana; and LaMar Hughes of Omaha. Neb. Marilyn Deck and Steve and Diane don't know what to do with a blue jay they found “still wet from being hatched" on June 19. which they’ve nursed back to health. They named the lucky bird Allie Lou. after their North Shore Drive neighbors Al and Mary Lou Loidl The Decks consulted the Tri-County Game Preserve and Dr Zehr, Milford veterinarian, on the feeding and care of such a bird Now that all is well with Allie Lou. they don't know what do to with her. Our advice: Open the window and let it fly away. OK? "Would you believe." Jack Wells says, “that we have 300 canoe entries signed for the Flotilla canoe race." It's scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday. July 3, with competition in the men's doubles, father and son (or mother and daughter), and juniors under 18. Place: the public ramp, near "Hunky Bridge." Wells points out. then moving to Syracuse Lake. Someone asked Flotilla promoter Ted Rogers how the parachute jump was coming along. His reply: "It's still up in the air!” It seems the wife of a local biz exec found four toadstools, averaging four inches in length, growing in her bathroom, right out of the carpet behind the toilet If you ever see an editor who pleases everybody, he will be

neither sitting nor standing, and there will be alot of flowers around him. With the Bicentennial spirit bursting out all over, the latest window? display is at the Connolly Grocery in uptown Syracuse and it’s one of the handsomest we’ve seen around It came to our attention last week that realtor Don Scarbeary. at Larry Nellans Company, in Syracuse, was never formally introduced to the community, via a newspaper release, when he joined them last August. ! So, Mr. Nellans, if we may . . . "Larry Nellans Company Realtors is proud to announce that Don Scarbeary has been an attribute to our staff in Syracuse for about one year now.” How’s that. Don? Two local retirees are discussing their leisure habits. Bob Deahl asks Frank Ridenoure what he’s been doing. "Oh. reading a lot about our country’s history," says Ridenoure. “How do you find time,” bicycle enthusiast Deahl asks “I just take time," Ridenoure replies. Isn't this the way one has to do it? Who could possibly want a 150 pound white, cement polar bear? Obviously someone wanted one enough to remove the one from the waterfront edge of the Fred Dust residence near Oakwood Park. Fred told us that the 150 pound, approximately four foot tall polar bear was taken sometime Saturday night, June 26. Two or more people were needed to carry away the heavy bear. If anyone knows of the whereabouts of the white bear, please contact Fred Dust. He brought the bear ail the way home from Canada and would like to have it back on his lawn. P ■ COMPLETES RECRUIT TRAINING — Marine private Gregory A. Adams, son of Mrs. Sandra Adams of 524 South Main St.. Syracuse, has completed recruit training at the marine corps recruit depot, San Diego. During the 11-week training cycle, he learned the basics of battlefield survival. He was introduced to the typical daily routine that he will experience during his enlistment and studied the personal and professional standards traditionally exhibited by Marines. He participated in an active physical conditioning program and gained proficiency in a variety of military skills, including first aid, rifle marksmanship and close order drill. Teamwork and selfdiscipline were emphasized throughout the training cycle. A 1976 graduate of Wawasee high school, be joined the marine corps in January 1*76. Lawrence Stidham graduates from BSU summa cuma laude MUNCIE. Ind. — Lawrence Stidham of Syracuse graduated spring quarter from Ball State university with summa cum laude honors Students graduating summa cum laude have a grade point ratio for four years of undergraduate work of 3.8 or above out of a possible 4.0 — all A’s Magna cum laude students have grade point ratios of 3.6 to 3.7999. and cum laude 3.4 to 3.5999 Stidham, son of Nelson Kistler, r-'Syracuse, received a bachelor of science degree with a major in political science.

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

Ancestors of Webster man helped save bell

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Mickley who reside on r 1 Leesburg knew their ancestors came to Indiana from the Pennsylvania Dutch country in eastern Pennsylvania. A true story involving the Mickley families participation in helping to save the Liberty Bell during the American Revolution has been brought to light. The story has been compiled and authenticated from family letters, diaries, historical documents and old records from the Moravian Brethren church. Bethlehem, Pa., and the Zion Reformed Church. Allentown. Pa. John Jacob Mickley was Russell Mickley’s great, great, uncle Jacob Clayton Mickley was Mr. Mickley’s father. The family is descended from French Huguenot stock that settled on the Lehigh River in eastern Pennsylvania. On September 18, 1777. John Jacob Mickley and his 11 year old son Johnny, arrived in Philadelphia with a wagon load of grain and potatoes to sell. As they drove past the State House they saw the Liberty Bell being carried out and placed on the lawn. Everyone was talking about the British attack that was expected at anytime. The Liberty Bell had been cast in England and had rung out every important Colonial event for 23 years. General Washington had ordered all bells removed from the city to prevent the British from melting them down for bullets John Mickley and his son were eating supper at a local inn when a messenger, sent by Col. Fowler, requested the use of Mr. Mickley’s empty wagon "for something important.” During the night the Liberty Bell was loaded into the wagon and covered with manure and empty potato sacks Mickley was asked to take the bell to Zion Reformed church located near his home. The bell was to be hidden under the floor of the church. A group of Colonial troops accompanied the wagon as far as Bethlehem. Pa. It took three days to go from Philadelphia to Bethlehem and then on to North Hampton. On the afternoon of the second day the wagon was stopped by a small group of Red Coats When John Jacob saw the soldiers approaching he sent his son into the bushes to create a

disturbance and make sounds like a large group of men in the underbrush. The Red Coats were squeamish about probing around in a wagon load of manure. When they heard what sounded like a lot of men coming through the bushes thev fled When the wagon reached Bethlehem, only six miles from its destination, the axle broke. The bell was quickly loaded on to a wagon owned by Fredrick Leaser and transported toNorth Hampton. As the bell was being lifted onto the second wagon John Jacob observed the inscription "Proclaim Liberty throughout all the land and Unto all the Inhabitants Thereof." The Zion Reformed Church at North Hampton had been converted into a hospital for General Washington’s wounded. Rev. Abraham Blummer. and others, helped hide the Liberty Beil and 10 smaller bells from Philadelphia under the church floor. In December of 1778, six months after American troops reentered Philadelphia, the bell was carried the 80 miles back to, its proper place in the State House John Jacob Mickley often told his grandchildren the story with the comment "A far better fate than being melted down for British bullets.” Beta Psi chapter installs officers Beta Psi Chapter of Lambda Chi Omega sorority members met recently at Camelot Hall, North Webster. Plans were discussed for Mermaid Festival activities and co-hosting the National Convention held at Warsaw last week end. New officers were installed They are as follows: Bob Fiddler — president Mrs Richard Mitchell — vice president Mrs Larry Engle — secretary Mary Wishler — treasurer. Refreshments were served by Pat Strombeck and Vera Haney.

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local youths in the group under Varner Chance. The group will arrive home on Thursday. July 22, where they will enjoy a Homecoming Banquet at Oakwood Park, followed by a Finale Concert in the spirit of the Bicentennial 1976 at Wawasee high school.

Pythian Sisters have a 'Friendship Night

North Webster Pythian Sisters entertained guests from Elkhart. Warsaw and South Bend during “Friendship Night" held recently at the Webster Pythian Hall. Each guest officer was introduced. presented with a poem Pythian Sisters guests at Elkhart On June 16 North Webster Pythian Sisters were guests for a “Friendship Night" celebration held at the Elkhart Pythian Temple. Officers from the North Webster group were invited to participate in the ceremonies. Those attending from North Webster were Alice Kissinger. Thelma McCorkle, Ermal Vanator. Virginia Spry. Mildred Poyser and Florence Moore PfO Sisterhood has a carry-in Members of Chapter DA of PEO Sisterhood and their husbands were guests for a carry-in supper held June 22 in the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Van Meter. Lake Tippecanoe. A short business session was conducted by Helen George, president. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Jess Pritchett and Mr. and Mrs Sam Dungan, Lake Tippecanoe; Dr. and Mrs. Jack Clark and Mrs. Don Scearce. Syracuse; Rev. and Mrs. Herbert George, North Webster; Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Helvey and Mr. and Mrs. 'Torn Willman, Barbee Lake; Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Miner, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Holmgrain. Ruth Luithly, Mrs. Marjorie Eckert and Mr. and Mrs. Brock Van Meter, all of Warsaw. Hobby club members make macrame hangers Tippecanoe Township Hobby club members met June 23 in the home of Mrs Marvin Tegarden. Barbee Lake Mrs. Ervin Scoville was the hostess. Mrs. Tegarden taught the group to make macrame flower pot hangers. A sack lunch was served at noon.

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and gift and invited to participate in the ceremonies. Imogene Menzie, most excellent chief, presided. A short business session was held. A TV’ skit, depicting a comedy news program, was given by members of the host temple. An auction of homemade items was held. Mrs. Harry Bause served as auctioneer. Following the meeting and program a salad bar was served.

At The Milford Christian Church THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK George Washington prayed ♦or this nation. Do you? Old Fashioned Day this Sunday. July 4. Everyone invited, dress in old clothes and join us on this 200th observance of the birth of America "One Notion Under God . . A patriotic theme will be followed in both the morning and evening services. — Busses running every Sunday in Milford Dewort lake Syracuse. North Webster and Nappanee areas — Bible school hour — 9 30 a m. — Morning Worship Service — 10:30a.m. — Primary, beginner, junior and high school and college age worship services at 10 30 a m. — Sunday evening services at 7 p m. — Family night Bible study. Wednesday at 7 p.m. MILFORD CHRISTIAN CHURCH Phone 658-9151 Or 658-4305

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