The Mail-Journal, Volume 13, Number 48, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 December 1976 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., Dec. 22.1976

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Christmas is coming ... Santa Claus visits area

(Continued from page 1) Christmas is the time of year for the celebration of the birth of the Christ Child, it has also become a time for adults to observe joys as seen in the eyes of a child. Each year the Christmas spirit is renewed —a spirit at loving and of giving It is in this spirit one finds the tradition of Santa Claus. Legend says a third century bishop of Myra (an ancient town of Lycia which is now in Turkey) was noted for his kindness and for the gifts he gave The bishop's name was Nicholas. He was a saint. Saint Nicholas became an honored saint throughout all of Europe for young and old alike with the date of his death, December 6, being selected as the day to honor him Later the custom of honoring this saint was forgotten in all countries except Belgium and the Netherlands. When Dutch settlers came to America in 1613, a figure of Saint Nicholas was carved on the bow of the ship which brought them to their new home When they arrived in New Amsterdam they continued their observance of his special day. English settlers joined in the feast day for Saint Nick and when the children tried to pronounce the name it came out Santa Claus, thus the old gentleman got his name. The December 6 date was

Zhe Mopes of MF Christmas King Out V for Ml to J-(ear "MAY THE TIME SOON COME WHEN PEACE SHALL BE RESTORED TO ALL LOVERS OF PEACE AND WHEN FAIR DEALING BETWEEN MAN AND MAN WILL ENRICH !■ THE WORLD." ■ Surclv there is no more appropriate time than now, ; i’ M as we P av homage to the Prince of Peace, to affirm ■ God’s law of justice and human brotherhood. > X ■ Mav we never be misled into believing that the ills of 3 society are the law of nature and cannot be changed... mav we have the strength and wisdom to grow, to live in harmony and sympathy with others, V to look to the future with confidence. > * Papers Incorporated Vt^mK “l2l HIRPi" I IjyJLj j I

merged with the Christmas celebration. The honoring of the saint was dropped over the centuries and Santa Claus became a part of the American Christmas tradition. Europeans thought the gentleman was tall and thin. Washington Irving made him look like the Dutch settlers who had brought him to America And. Dr. Clement C. Moore gave us the present-day description when he wrote his now famous poem in the year 1822. Dr. Moore used a Dutch friend's description when he wrote "T’was the Night Before Christmas" and made Santa Claus a fat, white-bearded jolly old man. It was also Moore who dressed Santa in his red suit and it was Moore who took Santa out of his roll as a saint and put him into the magic world of children. Dr. Moore wrote the poem for his own children after talking with the Dutch friend he used in his description. Most know Dr. Moore wrote the poem, however, few know he was a serious theologian who founded the General Theological Seminary in New York city. Today Santa delights the hearts of many in America each year with his visits and gifts Many have turned to Santa for help as they try and be good Christians, giving gifts through

him, not letting others know who the real giver is. Santa has brightened the life of many sad, lonesome or ill children with his merry wink and cheerful good wishes. Around The World The jolly man, be he fat or thin, is known today in countries around the world. He lives in the hearts of millions of children. In Belgium Christmas remains a season of gifts and joy with the children leaving tidbits in their wooden shoes for their Christmas Eve visitor and his reindeer. They also hang up their stockings expecting to find gifts on Christmas morning. Christmas day in Bulgaria is begun with church services after which children receive their gifts from Grandpa Koleda. In Denmark "Jul-Nisse” is the benevolent little man of the attic and is seen only by the family cat. Youngsters leave bowls of porridge and pitchers of milk for him. Kris Kringle is the old man’s name in Germany. His handcarved toys are an important part of the country's Christmas. Hay and carrots are left for Saint Nick’s good white horse on Christmas Eve in Holland. The children are up early on Christmas morning to see what Saint Nick left for them. It's a little different in Italy

where Laßefana, a beneficient aid witch, rides from house to bouse on a broom leaving gifts for the good children. In France Pare Noel arrives on a donkey as he carries gifts in a hood for the younger set. Father Christmas is his name in Ireland. Baethasar and the Wise Men fill hidden slippers and shoes on Christmas Eve in Spain. "Joulupukki” is Santa in Finnish. He wears a heavy coat of fur and rides in a pulkka (sled) pulled by reindeer. And, in Syria gifts are delivered by the camel on New Year’s day. The reason: It was the camel who carried the Wise Men to the Christ Child with their gifts. Here the children put out bowls of water and the good children find gifts. Ordinances — (Continued from page 1) Main street, which is now closed to snowmobiles. John Cripe, board member, said it was closed for school bus traffic. — Rewording the ordinance to mean snowmobile traffic only on lesser traveled roads. Limiting the use to snowmobiles would mean only licensed drivers would be operating the vehicles, instead of younger persons driving off the road vehicles on the snowcovered streets "If you are having problems develop.’' Brewer said, “I’m sure some of the guys would come in and help you catch some of these guys, (ordinance offenders).” He explained such persons, after informed of the rules, usually cooperate. The suggestions from Brewer will be turned over to the town

attorney and Ron Robinson, town marshal, before the board agrees to any changes. Stanley Insley, a member of the traffic flow committee, reported a complaint concerning present construction in the Pickwick road area. Not early enough warning of the work was objected to and the suggestion that the warning be put on highway 13 was made. Tranter said the rerouting of the traffic in the area was done so it would not go into the annexed area and so accessibility was maintained to Kale Island businesses. Board president James Tranter told the board the traffic flow committee had approved a test program for the next three months on the south side of Pearl street between 13 and the alley before Dolan drive. The no parking restriction has been lifted in this area during the trial. Forms were given to department heads, who are to list authorized personnel driving the city vehicles within 10 days, for insurance purposes Joe Hughes asked if he was annexed. The board said he was in the annexed area. Treasurer Betty Dust received authorization to purchase fire and police requested items from federal revenue sharing money. Charles Harris asked if the area where his cottage is south of town could be annexed. He said that after paying the amount for outside annexed area sewer hook-up, the area would probably be annexed and he would have paid SSOO more than he would have to. Tranter said the annexation in that area could come within the next nine months, but that the board did not want to spot annex, but annex in a

- _ - ‘'*- 58 IF* (VfcJrWE-r •IF* HOME DAMAGED — A home owned by Marlin Ringler, r 1 Milford, was damaged $4,000 when a car driven by Luanne Peace, 21. Oswalt apartments, Milford, left the south side of 1050 N and traveled 366 feet before striking the house at 10:35 a.m. last Thursday. Mrs. Peace was taken to a Warsaw hospital by the Milford EMS and later transferred to Lutheran hospital. Fort Wayne. She suffered a severe concussion and lacerations to the head and face and is listed in critical condition. Ringler was not at home when the accident occurred. Damage to the home was set by investigating officer Mike Barnett of the Indiana State Police. He was assisted by Milford town marshal Melvin Jordan, above. _ The vehicle, owned by Tim L. Peace, r 2 Elmwood Estates, Syracuse, was damaged totally.

straight line. “There’s probably going to be somebody who will protest.” Harris said. Reed said if threefourths of those in the area wish annexation, it would stop any remonstrance. The matter will be included on the agenda of the next meeting. December 28. at 7:30 p.m. At that time, the economic development commission will have a public hearing on the bonds for Premier Corporation. Letters — (Continued from page 1) Der Santa, My name is Bobby Bartman. I am 6.1 want 2 Tonka cars, and A Evil Knevil. I will lay out cookies and pepsi For you. Bobby Bartman 607 Mullen St. Syracuse, In 46567 PS. I also want Marching Mickey, Mickey Mouse clubhouse, SSP race car. Batman and Robin car plus the Joker. I want paints. Dear Santa. My name is pam and as you already know my mom is writing for me Because I am only 6 years old and in kindergarten So 1 can’t write just yet. I have been sick most of my life I have leukemmia But 1 feel just fine now. I go to a lot of Doctors every month, and I want you to remember them for Christmas. There Names are Dr. Hill, Dr. Thomas and Dr. Wagner. I can’t ask you for very much so I will ask you for a baby doll and some clothes and something for my 3 sisters and one brother. Mom & Dad says you run out of money sometimes and can’t get things for us. But I will love you just the same. I want all the Boys and girls to know how lucky they are just to have good health and may God Bless each and everyone this year for Christmas Even if I don’t get anything I will love you just the same. Thanks a million Pamela Sue Wright r 1 box 36M Mid-Lakes Trailer court North Webster /ill Hat* a uarm and happy holiday It u always a pleasure to sen t you. Twentieth Century Restaurant Ph. 831-9913 Jet. 6 & 15 New Paris

Santa Claus, I’m too young to write this so my sister is writing this for me 1 would like a stuffed Mickey Mouse, Big Bird bank. Katie Kangaroo, play drill, a Tuneyville choo, choo, hoppity hop, some clothes. W’ould you please bring my Mommy and Daddy some things too. Leave some goodies in my sock to. I will leave some cookies and milk for you . Love. Michael Ferverda (2 yrs.) r 1 North Webster P S. bring me some match box cars, books Dear Santa Clause I’m in the fourth grade I would like this convoy bean bag and pool table and ice-cream makerj and popcorn maker and 1 want a Dallas Cowboy shirt and a sweat shirt and sweat pants and roller skates and thats all I want for Chistmas. Your pal Bobbi Black r 2 Leesburg

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Dear Santa. Santa 1 Want a Snoopy playhouse and a snoopy scooter shooter and a Bugs Bunny pencil sharpener Santa Have a merry Christmas OH HO HO HO To All Byebye See You later at Chrismas Time To Santa Claus. By Tom Hughes r 4 Syracuse THE MAIL-JOURNAL Published b. The Moil Journal every Wednesday and entered as Second Class matter at the Post Oft.ce at Syracuse Indiana 45547 Second class postage paid at 103 E Mam Street Syracuse. Indiana 44547 and a’ additional entry offices Subscription $7 per year in Kosciusko county, st outside county / ©X ■ ■