The Mail-Journal, Volume 14, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 6 April 1977 — Page 5
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Community Corner
Hobby show, last travelogue slated for tomorrow at WHS
Members of the Lakeland Ki warns Club will be sponsoring a double-feature program tomor row. Thursday. April 7. at Wawasee High School The two features are the annual hobby and craft show and the final travel and adventure series of the season The hobby and craft show will be from 12 noon until 10 p m in the high school commons The final travelogue will be on • Iceland” and will be presented in the auditorium at 7:30 p m No admission is being charged to the hobby and craft show Awards will be made in six areas The “Iceland feature will be presented by Jay Gierke, a cinematographer and Charlene Gierke, a journalist The couple has decided to make the less populated areas of the world their beat Everywhere they go docu menting the remote areas of the
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A. 1 lb JI , JAYGIERKEY world, they always end up pitching their tent in some fjord, on some barren lava flow or on the artic ice three hours from the North Pole Jay is a native of Indiana At 14 he was the youngest licensed pilot m this State He served in the US Army as an air crew member tn the Far East and participated in various rescue missions No stranger to the film business. Jay chalked up experience in television films and commercials while employed at a large motion
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Debra Tyler, Kevin Bowler united in marriage March 25
Debra Tyler of r 1 Milford became the bride of Kevin Bowler, also of r 1 Milford, in a 7 o'clock ceremony on Friday evening, March 25. The wedding took place in the Milford United Methodist Church in the presence of 125 guests. Rev. Everett Owens, pastor of the church, officiated at the double-ring ceremony. The new Mrs. Bowler is the daughter of Donna J. Tyler of r 1 Milford. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Bowler of r 1 Milford. The altar of the church was decorated with baskets of white gladioli with apricot pompon. “Wedding Song,”’ “We've Only Just Begun” and “The Lord's Prayer" were songs featured by Mr and Mrs. Richard Roose Given in marriage by Clifford Thomas, the bride appeared in a gown of ivory satin-finished polyester with split-mandarin neckline and fitted bodice trimmed in re-embroidered Alencon lace and pearls. The hemline’ was bordered in matching lace, flowing into a cathedral-length tram Lace trim was also featured on the bell
picture production company in Indianapolis He holds a radio license and has taught broadcasting to inmates at the Pendleton Reformatory. Charlene shares Jay’s enthusiasm for hiking, climbing, gliding, flying and skiing, but writing is her particular interest In 1972 Charlene won the Associ ated Press award for the best new s story of 1972 by a woman m Indiana The Gierkeys not only try to provide entertaining films but films of educational worth They research their selected area as fully as possible before traveling Then they take a journalistic approach, not sensationalizing, but employing in depth reporting to get as accurate a picture as possible Their film on Greenland is among the few ever done in that part of the world When the couple is not searching the exotic corners erf the world, they make their home at Sugar Loaf Village near Traverse City, Mich Their “Iceland" travelogue takes viewers to the country of their dreams They go around and through wild fjords and windswept plains carpeted with emerald moss The show also features the charming capital of Reykjavik, named Smokey Bay after its hot springs and visits the artic island Grimsey
muzzle-loading black powder shooters, will meet tonight < Wednesday) at 7 p.m. at the Stones Trace Historical Society building south of Ligonier at, the junction of SR 5 and US 33. The organization is chartered with the National Muzzle-loading Rifle Association The members are asked to wear their head gear of their outfit and to take anyshooting or swapping items Others interested in black powder shooting are invited to attend. Persons with questions should contact Gerald Lung, secretary. 504 Morton St, Ligonier
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overlay on the long, straight sleeves. Her veil was long and was trimmed in re-embroidered Alencon lace. She carried a cascade bouquet of apricot colored roses with white daisies and baby’s breath. Mrs. Robert Henson of Milford served as matron of honor. Brenda Howard of Milford and Susan Stahly served as bridesmaids. Christy Method of r 1 Milford served as flower girl. Chuck Losee of r 1 Pierceton was ringbearer Candles were lit by Gene Tyler and Steven Bowler. The guest book was attended by Lisa Tyler James Benson of r 2 Syracuse served as best man Groomsmen were Robert Henson of Milford and Lynn Hively erf r 1 Syracuse Ushers were John Losee of r I Larwill and Stewart Cov of r 1 Milford The bride s mother wore a long yellow chiffon dress and the bridegroom’s mother wore a long applegreen chiffon dress. Both wore corsages of apricot colored roses
Joy Rumfelt becomes bride of Daniel Mishler Palm Sunday
Hastings Island Chapel United Methodist Church was the setting for the marriage of Joy LoVerne (Biller) Rumfelt of r 2 Milford and Daniel Mishler of Lima. Ohio. The ceremony immediately followed the morning worship service Palm Sunday, April 3. with an overflow crowd. Mrs Rumfelt was escorted down the isle by her father. Henry Biller. She wore a melon floor-length gown and carried a rose trimmed white Bible Her corsage was white roses. Mrs. Pansy Stump of Nappanee, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. She was attired in a blue floor-length gown and matching corsage. Rev. Allen Weldy, North Webster. Hastings grade teacher of the bride and bridegroom, served as best man and gave the closing prayer. The double-ring ceremony was performed byRev. David Widmoyer. pastor of the church The vows were said from memory.
Oscar Graffs celebrate 60th wedding anniversary
Mr and Mrs Oscar Graff of Milford were guests of honor at a 60th anniversary supper given by their daughters and families in the House of Friendship at Winona Lake. As the guests arrived the.vwere served punch and coffee from a table decorated in green, pink and white and centered with a wedding cake topped with a golden 60 Special music was furnished by Mr. and Mrs. GaryBranson and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hueni and family. The guests found their places at decorated tables marked with white and gold wedding bells. A turkey dinner was served. Those attending were brothers and sisters of the Graffs — Mr and Mrs Theo Beer. Mr and Mrs Henryji Beer and Mr and Mrs Ezra Beer of Milford; Mr. and Mrs Peter Beer of Goshen Mrs Otto Beer. Sr., and Evelyn Beer of New Paris; Mr. and Mrs Eli Gerber, Mrs Landon Kosbaum and Miss Edna Graff of Goshen; Mr. and Mrs Everett
ir Mr. anaMrs. Jon S. Bushong of r 2 Syracuse have announced the engagement and coming marriage of their daughter. Tanya Reni to Randall Lee Brown of 71695 CR 19 New Paris. Miss Bushong is a 1975 graduate of Wawasee High School and is employed by Coppes. Inc.. Nappanee. Brown is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James O. Brown of CR 15 Nappanee. He is a 1968 graduate of Nappanee High School and is employed by Chore-Time. Icn.. at Milford. ■ The couple is planning a July 2 wedding in the Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church at Syracuse.
Dennis Rumfelt served as organist. Dane and Donal Rumfelt served as ushers. The altar was decorated with live Florida palms and white Easter lilies A three-tier wedding cake with an egg shell top ornament, a gift of the Widmoyers, was served at dinner in Nappanee restaurant to 60 family members and friends. Miss Beverly Mishler of Findlay. Ohio, daughter of the bridegroom; and Mrs. Dane and Mrs Donal Rumfelt, daughters-in-law of the bride, served. The bride and bridegroom are both eighth grade graduates with the class of 1929. Hastings School. She is a graduate of Milford High School The bridegroom is retired from Gasdorf Tool and Machine Co., Inc.. Lima. Ohio. After being away 48 years, he will return to Hastings where the couple will make their home. A wedding trip to Hawaii is planned for May
Graff of Syracuse; and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Graff of Milford The Graff daughters and their families attending were Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Levy of Warsaw. Mr and Mrs Eugene Sauder and family of Elkhart, Mr. and Mrs.. Richard Kaiser and family of Milford. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hueni and family of Mishawaka; also Mr and Mrs. Greg Kaiser of Milford, Wesley Bell of North Webster, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kaiser of Milford, Mr. and Mrs. Steven Kaiser of Milford. Mr and Mrs Douglas Coy and family of New Pans and Mr And Mrs Gary Branson of Lafayette. . Eugene Sauder served as master of ceremonies R. H. Chapman, Jr. graduates with SAC honors RIVERSIDE. Calif - US Air Force Staff Sergeant Richard H. Chapman. Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs Richard H Chapman. Sr., of Rome City, has graduated with honors from the strategic air command noncommissioned officer leadership school at March AFB. Calif Sergeant Chapman, is a 1967 graduate of East Noble High School, Kendallville His wife. Patti, is the daughter <£ Mr. and Mrs Douglas Pilcher of 112 W Pearl St.. Syracuse The sergeant, who was trained in military management and supervision is a personnel technician at Fairchild AFB. Wash
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Ride-A-Bike for the Retarded
The Lakeland Community Educators Association and the Wawasee Chapter of Future Educators in Action have begun their campaign to find riders for the April 23 Ride-A-Bike for the Retarded Day. Riders from the sixth grade to adults are askedto participate. The bike ride routewill be shortened this year to 10 miles and if riders wish to ride 20
Club news
CRC to purchase picnic table Thirteen members of the Columbian Reading Circle met cn March 28 in the home of Mrs. Max Duncan. During the business meeting, the club voted to donate money for a new picnic table for the town park. Items were taken to the meeting by members to be taken to Hepzibar House at Warsaw, a rehabilitation house .for women. The program for the evening was "Show and Tell" with members displaying and explaining many interesting keepsakes and hobbies At the close of the evening the hostess served refreshments. The group will attend a style show given by the Sorosis club on April 11 and the next regular meeting will be on April 25 in the home of Mrs Harry D Doty with Mrs. Elizabeth Tobin giving the program. Afternoon Club enjoys tour of the Nile River Members of the Wednesday Afternoon Club held a meeting Wednesday March 30. in the home of ,urs. Virgil Bobeck Twenty members and two guests attended. The program for the afternoon was introduced by Mrs. Dean Pittman. “The Nile” revisited was the name of the program presented by Mrs. James Lesh. She said that the story of the Nile by E. Ludwig was first presented to the club in March of 1938 by the late Mrs. Stephen Truman. Mrs. Lesh showed the club maps of the Nilerand notes of Mrs. Truman. Taking the club on a verbal tour of the country, she took the club through the Belgium Congo, Uganda, Tonga. Sudan and Cairo. During the business portion of the meeting, Mrs. Emerick. Mrs. Dean Pittman and Mrs. Peter Blue reported on the county convention held two weeks ago. Refreshments were served by the hostess. Mrs. Virgil Bobeck and Mrs. Nelson Miles. The next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Ray Buhrt April 13 Silver Thimble Club knots comforters, The knotting of two comforters was the project of the month for the Silver Thimble Club of the Apostolic Christian Church of Milford. The members met in the home of Mrs. Philip Beer on Monday evening. April 4. The cohostess was Mrs. Steven Haab. Mrs. Haab served as president pro-tern Mrs. Don Beer, Sr., chairwoman of the motherdaughter banquet, said it would be held in the church fellowship hall on May 2 at 6:30 p.m. Happy Anniversary was sung for Mrs Robert Hoerr who will be married 31 years on April 14. Mrs. Arthur Haab read the Easter story from Saint Luke, chapter 24:1-7. She narrated with scenic pictures “The Stone from the Tomb was Roiled Away" was sung m unison The hostesses served barbecued sandwiches with coffee to their guests. Easter eggs were favors. Mrs Thomas Davis was a guest Door prizes were won by Mrs Clifford Wieland and Miss Edith Baumgartner.
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miles, the route can be covered twice. The ride will begin on Saturday, April 23. Tony Clouse, chairman of the event, said, “Members of LCEA and FEA will handle the registration of riders and will also serve as checkers at the points along the route." Each rider will be given a registration form. The
Women's circles meet Wednesday Members of the Martha Circle, Lois Circle and Ruth Circle, Calvary United Methodist Church. Syracuse, held meetings Wednesday. March 30. in the church. Martha Circle The Martha Circle, entertained by Mrs. Jessie Weingart and Mrs. Herschel Harper, met at 9 a m. for a breakfast meeting. A report was given by Mrs. I. J. Byland on plans for the Easter breakfast to be served at the church immediately following the Easter Sunrise Service on Easter Sunday. It was also announced that a special program of music will be presented by the combined choirs of the Calvary and Saint Andrew's United Methodist Churches at 6:30 a m. Easter Sunday. “I’m Talking to You: Am I Listening?" was the name of the lesson presented by Mrs. Virgil Eaton Mrs. C. R. Bitzer also presented a brief program entitled “In Remembrance of the Crucifixion.” Lois Circle A 1:30 p.m. meeting was held by the Lois Circle. Hostesses were Mrs. Allen Shively and Mrs. O. G. Horn Mrs Roy Wilkinson presented the program on her recent trip to the Holy Land. Ruth Circle Members’ of the Ruth Circle met at 7:30 p.m. with Mrs. Arlen Bobeck calling the meeting to order. Hostesses were Mrs Feri Rhoads and Mrs. James Hershberger. A report on the European trip of the singing group known as “The Sounds of Hope” was given by Karel Hollingsworth. Bashor Auxiliary to meet April 11 The Bashor Home Auxiliary will meet on Monday. April 11. at 9 a m. at Arbogast Center. Bashor Home, Goshen. This will be a birthday celebration and a silent auction will be held. Ladies of the United Methodist Church of Bourbon will be the hostesses. Return from visit with family members Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Reed. 137 West North Street, Syracuse, returned Sunday night from Centerville, lowa, where they spent time getting acquainted with the latter's son-in-law, Albert Fowler, and Mrs. Reed’s two-week-old grandson. Pete Denton. This visit was also a reunion for Mrs. Reed who had not seen her daughter for 10 years, and included a reunion with three other children whom she had not seen for 10 years.
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registration form is used to sign up sponsors who will contribute a specified amount for each mile ridden by the cyclist. The riders turn in a portion of the form to the LCEA members at the starting point and keep the other portion to use in collecting pledges after the ride. Any participants who are under the age erf 18 must have their parent or guardian sign the registration form. Registration forms will be available beginning Monday. April 11, by contacting one of the following persons: Richard Roose at Milford Junior High; Elten Powers at North Webster Junior High; Milton Brice at Syracuse Junior High; and Tony Clouse, Terry Iden. Donna Tingley or Lin Ummel at Wawasee High School. All contributions will go to the Council for the Retarded of Kosciusko County and the Indiana Association for Retarded Citizens to provide new services for the mentally retarded. r - JUNE WEDDING PLANNED — Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Guard of r 2 Leesburg have announced the engagement of their daughter Peggy of Mentone to Dale Custer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley M. Custer of r 1 Milford. The bride-elect is a 1972 graduate of Wawasee High School. She received her BS degree in education from Grace College in 1976 and is a second grade teacher at Akron. Her fiance is a 1969 graduate of Wawasee High School. He holds an AAS and BS degree from Purdue University, class of 1973 in prof, pilot technology. He is employed with Stanley Custer and Sons, excavating. The couple is planning a June 18 wedding in the Milford Christian Church. Juveniles shoot gun Two juveniles were reported to be shooting a gun at the back of a garage on North Huntington Street sometime Monday afternoon, April 4, Ron Robinson, Syracuse police chief said. He said the gun was confiscated and the juveniles released to their parents. Paul J. Miller is promoted to cadet staff sgt. US AIR FORCE ACADEMY. Colo. — Cadet Paul J. Miller, son of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Miller of Milford, has been promoted to the rank of cadet staff sergeant at the US Air Force Academy. Cadet Miller, a member of the class of 1979. has also been appointed an information sergeant. Assignment to this position will provide invaluable job and leadership experience. The cadet is a 1975 graduate of Wawasee High School.
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