The Mail-Journal, Volume 13, Number 47, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 December 1976 — Page 2

THE MAIL JOURNAL — Wed., Dec. 15, 1976

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Appear — (Continued from page 1) stated Jean Treesh, another town board member. Treesh also said the buildings presently owned by Hamsher have not been kept up, "And we like to have a little civic pride in our town ” She also said that the present town marshal is working 24 hours a day and cannot handle the kind of situations which occurred at the lounge "We know without question were going to run into problems,** said Orville Kilmer. He said he was concerned about the community’s young people. “What they see there many times leaves an imprint and hurts them.” Della Baumgartner asked that a letter prepared by MAD group be read. “So the people here know how the MAD group feels about the petition.'* Zirille said he would place the letter with the application Attorney Duffin said the most vehement objection was to the previous owner He said Hamsher would not be a stockholder, owner or employee of the Star Club, which will emphasize food. Duffin added that Mr and Mrs Gene Burnell would be employees, he a bartender and she a cook. Robert Bullers will also be a bartender Duffin continued, “I don't see 1,500 people here,” referring to the population “I would think this would be a benefit to the town of Milford with the food service THE MAIL JOURNAL Pvl»l'Vh«> t>, TM M«<l Journal »»♦<» *n« mlvul S«onO *» »h» foil OH><t «l Ind, W<ond »oUa«* pa,<j al Mam i»r*cuv» ina.au aaM’ ano *• add'»>o«ai Swbl<ri»».on V p»< VMT >n KotOWlkS Cduniv I* •«/•»>«♦ county (? , ■:) -X

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Mr. Burnell asked the Milford contingent if fears of the Old Hickory were why they found the application objectionable “The community of Milford has been burned and burned badly and hurt." Dr. T. A. Miller said, by the flagrant violations and the rulings of the commission. Concerning the reputation of the Hickory, Dr. Miller continued. “Were deeply concerned about the same people being involved in the background.'* After hearing from these and other speakers Zirille called for a vote Putt said she did not know which way to vote and wished to abstain, adding, “But I've heard more than I've heard here.” She cited names of individuals wo called in regards to the license. Zirille left the room as spokespersons continued He later returned, heard more from the speakers and with the other commissioners went into executive session to vote Other Licenses Several licenses were granted w’ithout contest by the county alcoholic beverage board to area establishments The Milford Turf Bar, Inc., Bette Hare, president. Milford; Rita Vanlanmgham. secretary. Milford. 442 Main St., Milford, renewed a beer and wine retail permit J C Morganthaler. Inc., Jacob Kem 111, president and Susan Kern, secretary, both Syracuse, r 3 at highway 13, Syracuse, obtained renewal of beer and wine retail permit. Donald L Crist, r 1 box 11 Kale Island. Syracuse, received a beer and wine retailer permit Tippy Hotel and Lounge. Inc.. Catherine McKibben, president. Leesburg. Harold Huyghe. secretary, r 2 Leesburg, got a new permit to sell liquor, beer and wine Captain Charlie's Windjammer, Inc . Mary C. Stafford, president, Syracuse; C K Stafford, secretary. Niles; r 3 SR 13 Syracuse, was okayed for a new liquor beer and wine retailer permit. L. 1 and R , Inc . Theodore Deafenbaugh. president; Ruby E Deafenbaugh. secretary, r 2 Cedar Point. Syracuse, received

a new liquor, beer and wine retail permit. And Carl and Dorothy Hunziker, r 1 Ogden Island. Syracuse, were granted a new liquor, beer and wine retail permit. They also obtained a second permit to allow Sunday sales Work out — (Continued from page I) citizen representation at the meetings. Tranter said, “I would like nothing better than a half dozen people out there giving us feedback.” A suggested area for the committee to concentrate on the idea is to name the access streets east and west of highway 13 in the village, said Tranter. He said two ways to go about it might be to have a contest in the schools or in the newspapers Another area of concentration are the four-way stops outlined in earlier discussions by the committee. The next meeting of the committee will be January 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Syracuse town hall. Playground — (Continued from page I) Kansas City. Mo . by that group Signed by president Bill Little and secretary Floyd Baker was the G ED diploma given to Sherry E Bell, Milford Also approved by the board were minutes from meetings November 9 and 16, financial report as of November 30, extra curricular reports and the claims Parent participation in schools studied A report on parent participation in school activities during American Education week was released by curriculum coordinator John A. Naab The school having the highest percentage of attendance at parent conferences is the Syracuse elementary school with 93 per cent, followed by the North Webster elementary with 90 per cent. The Milford junior high and

elementary school had 86 per cent of their parents in conferences. Special education conferences were attended by 80 per ceit. Kindergarten parent conference attendance percentages are Syracuse, 96 per cent; Milford, 91 per cent; and North Webster, 88 per cent. Attendance at junior high conferences was tabulated with results at Milford, 278 conferences; North Webster, 295 conferences; and Syracuse, 406 conferences. SWAP day at the Wawasee high school during the week had 474 adults taking the place of pupils. That figure is about 50 per cent of the enrollment, said superintendent Don Arnold. STONEWALL’ BORN Thomas J. (Stonewall) Jackson, general in the Confederate Army. was born in Virginia Jan 21, 1824. LENIN DIES Nikolai Lenin, Russia's revolutionary leader, died Jan. 21, 1924. A Festive Name "Merry Christmas” in June? September? It is for a lovely young lady In Sacramento. California, whose name is truly Merry Cheree Christmas! In answer to endless inquiries and as many jokes, this charming young woman never tires of explaining that her name really is Merry Christmas, and is spelled just that way. She is used to people thinking it’s funny and the constant teasing, but enjoys the fun of it as much as others. Miss Christmas, whose fame has spread all over the world, spends a considerable amount of time answering the many people who write her She starts writing her Christmas cards in September. Asked about marriage proposals and changing her name, Miss Christmas responded “Well, I've seriously thought about marriage a couple of times, but I was raised the old- fashioned way and I guess I'm looking for an old-fashioned type of person who thinks like I do. I really like the traditional things — like Christmas ”

Second hearinq set

A second public hearing on the projects favored by Milford residents, to be done through a possible housing and urban development grant, has been scheduled by the town board for Thursday, Dec. 16, at 2 p.m. in the town hall. Up to $400,000 is available in non-matching money from the grants, of which 20 to 40 will be awarded after 400 preapplications are rated. Dr. T. A. Miller, board president, said he was not encouraged about the prospects, but the town would try for one of the grants. Either Bob Murphy. Warsaw. or Jim Hughes. MA COG, will attend the meeting and assist with the filing of the preapplication. The preapplication must be submitted by January 7, 1977. but the board members were advised to have it in by the first of the year. Max Beer asked about the water project and was told that it consists of the water tower, extensions and improvements to the system by the board. “I think our priorities are such that the water system is our most pressing priority right now," said Miller. Board member Jim Brooks explained to Beer that any cost above the amount possibly granted from HUD may’ be met by the town. Clerk-treasurer Margaret Brooks said the case may be that two projects may be applied for by the town and money received for only one project. A public hearing on the proposed financing through $425,000 in economic development revenue bonds by the town of Milford was held by the board. The bonds are proposed to pay. for the acquisition and construction of Congoleum Corp., Warsaw, with a loan agreement with the firm. The Milford Economic commission met at 12 noon today (Wednesday) at Chore-Time to continue discussion of the proposal. Papers will be signed by Darrell Orn and Dennis Sharp, making their terms official. The term of Don Ahrns will end January 31,1977, when he will be on an extended leave. Town board members will be considering someone to replace Ahrns on the commission. Paul Brembeck, Brock Manufacturing, has requested the running of a water line to the site of their new building The company would be willing to finance the line plus a hydrant Town attorney Rex Reed said such an agreement would be possible on a pay back situation Barth Incorporated also made a similar request and offered to pay two years in advance. I'd like to see us hold off on this water business until after our next annexation meeting,” said Brooks.

CHURCH GIVES MONEY TO DAY CARE - Michael Neff, treasurer of Calvary United Methodist church. Syracuse, presents a check in the amount of $2,100 to Don Tatman. treasurer of the Lakeland Community Day Care Center. The check is a donation from Calvary church to the day care center which is located in the Calvary church building. The center is now in its fourth year of operation, providing quality care for 43 children between the ages of three and six years of age. The center is open from 6 a.m. till 6 p.m. each week day. Judy Burke la administrator of the center; Carol Hurd is program

planner. Senior Happy Bachelors elect new officers By KATHY WEISSER The Milford Senior Happy Bachelors 4-H club met Monday evening, Dec. 13, in the home of Doug. Greg. Brad and Kathy Weisser President Doug Weisser called the meeting to order The election of officers for 1977 were held and the following were clcv ted I President — Kay Kammerer Vice president — Jill Haab Secretary - Kevin Harney - Treasurer — Greg Weisser Reporter — Kathy Weisser Song leader — Melissa Tom Recreation leaders — Rod Vanlaningham and Phil Dowty Health and safety leaders — Karl Schmucker and Melodie Tom Dues were voted upon and must be paid by the February meeting. The next meeting will be in the home of Karl Schmucker on Monday. Jan. 17, at 7:30 p m. There were 18 members at our meeting

Discussion also centerd on the possibility of raising the town's water rate and going before the public service commission for an okay. “We've been in the red all year." said Mrs. Brooks Reed approved of such action, saying. “I think we'd be well advised to get something started.” President of the park board Marion Acton reported to the board. Acton said the applications are being drawn up to get a caretaker to live in a trailer at the park, “At this time, we have received several letters.” he commented. The applications will be reviewed until February 1, as the park board hopes to have a caretaker in residence by April 1. John Martin and Acton have selected a site at the park to locate the trailer near utility hook-ups. Acton was informed the group could receive reimbursements for expenses by filing claim forms with the town board. Expenses for postage were allotted in the amount of $lO at the meeting. The possiblity of getting picnic tables through the state highwaydepartment was discussed. Jean Treesh will contact the district manager at Warsaw for price quotes and information In other action, the board voted to increase insurance coverage to amounts appraised. The fire station was set at $75,000 and the town hall figured at $15,000 by the fire adjuster Fire Chief William Leemon announced the election of new department officers. He was voted president with Bob Hurd, assistant chief, along with Max Duncan; Harry Doty, secretary; and Bob Brooks, treasurer. Liability insurance for firemen is being checked on by Robert Kaiser, Little and Clark, who will see if they are covered by workmen’s compensation or a liability should be added to the policy. Miller said calls were made to the Penn Central railroad concerning trains blocking the crossings in town, following the last incident November 18. “It’s terribly hard to get anybody to talk to,” said Miller. Acton wondered whether an ordinance could be made to stop kids from going underneath the trains. Vacation pay was approved for Bob Wood, who replaced Mel Jordan, who was on vacation. Pay for the five days was set at $125. Brooks asked if the law enforcement officer of the town is required to attend state police training. Reed read the rules set by the law enforcement training board. “If they were ever enforced,” Reed commented. “I would say 90 per cent of small towns would lose their police

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force. I'm not aware of the state agency pushing this." Treesh suggested the board ignore the ruling, this was supported by Miller. “I want to know what you're going to do about Mel,” asked Ted Stumbo. Miller said the board would go into executive session to discuss a personal matter with Stumbo and the meeting was adjourned Jordan was not present at the meeting.

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Truck collides with car, damages set at *2,500 A collision occurred on the Syracuse-Webster road, Monday, Dec. 13, when Jerry R. Meier, r 3 Syracuse, pulled out of the Weatherhead parking lot onto the Syracuse-Webster road and collided with a truck driven by Ross W. Stuckman, r 1 Syracuse. The truck had damages of $2,000 and the Meier car had SSOO damages.