The Mail-Journal, Volume 14, Number 12, Milford, Kosciusko County, 13 April 1977 — Page 1

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Suggest water rate increase — Milford Economic Development x Commission fields questions

Two members of the Milford Economic Development Commission met with the Milford Town Board Monday night to field questions about the sale of bonds to finance the proposed feed mill for Maple Leaf Farms, Inc Rex Reed, attorney for the commission and town, stated all final forms of the project are not completed, the bonds have not been sold and the trustee not named No visitors were present to ask questions and the commission adjourned its meeting Final action from the com mission will come when aspects of the project are completed Members of the town board will meet at noon today with Clyde Williams to get updated facts on the water project, including cost estimates Dr. T. A. Miller, board president, said Herschel Umbaugh suggested asking for an immediate rate increase Inflation is cutting into the water operating fund. Miller added The president later commented the board should talk to Williams first. Dr. Miller urged area people to join with other organizations in the county on April 30. designated as Clean-up Day. Board member Jean Treesh had suggested a clean-up day. prompting Miller to make the announcement Several junk cars were mentioned These are to be referred to Melvin Jordan, town marshal Miller said Pat Mason called him about a building believed to be owned by C J. Myers, which is in bad shape The board discussed whether the ordinance could be used in this case Jim Brooks, board member, said it was the time of year the matter should be printed m the paper. Miller said he will talk to Myers and if he gets no action. Reed will draft a letter that the town will get the work done and it will be added to his tax role. People have been dumping trash and garbage in the town lot

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north of the city, commented Brooks John Martin, street and water commissioner said the lot is posted against such action Miller said a string of fence could be put up. i d just like to see the police report tonight," said Brooks "Where's Mel?" Miller said he did not know why Jordan was not present, that he was probably Who has jurisdiction? Syracuse Town Attorney Robert Reed has as yet not filed the declaratory judgment on who has jurisdiction over whom — the Syracuse Plan Commission or the Area Plan Commission Reed said he is unsure when the judgment will be filed The papers are completed and he is awaiting word from the Syracuse Town Board before proceeding. Reed was originally supposed to file the judgment the week of March 21. with the Area Plan Commission The decision totake the matter of jurisdiction to court was decided at the Syracuse Town Board meeting of March IS, when by a unanimous vote, it was decided to go with the declaratory judgment rather than have a public vote by referrendum at the next election in 1978 Some talk of the Area plan commission taking m Syracuse has been hoard. When asked about this. Reed said he’s heard the same, but doesn't know whether or not their is any truth to them Guest speakers at Church of God The Syracuse Church of God will have two guest speakers at their Sunday services. April 17. Ken Robinson will speak at the 10 30 a m morning service. The speaker for the evening sendees at 7:30 will be Jack Elam.

working somewhere. Brooks then asked if Syracuse was doing the dispatching for the marshal Miller said such an agreement has been made, and Syracuse offered the sen ice Attending the meeting were Terry Tucker, president of Maple Leaf Farms. Inc., and commission members Don Ahrns and Darrell Oro Chatter Box to observe its Ist anniversary The citizens of the Milford* Community are being invited to the first anniversary party of the Chatter Box It will be held in the EMS building on Main Street Friday. April 15. between the hours of 10 a m. and 3 p.m. Cake and coffee will be served m observance of the anniversary Throughout the year there have been 1.499 volunteer hours and 2,088 persons have visited the Chatter Box | The cake and coffee will be served as away of showing appreciation to those who have shared a cup of coffee and chatted over the past year All donations made to the Chatter Box are going to the emergency association. A total of 28 pairs of crocheted house slippers have been made for the veterans hospital, plus cancer pads, sand bags, and protective covers for hospital and ambulance use are some of the projects conducted by volunteers during the past year. COIN BOX TAKEN The coke machine in front of Connally's Market. 106 E. Main Street. Syracuse, was broken into sometime between the hours 8:30 and 10 p.m Easter Sunday. April 10. The lock was pryed open and coin box was taken

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1977

FARMERS HAVE PLOW-IN — Approximately 25 farmers from the Leesburg-Milford area plowed 400 acres of farmland on Monday for Larry Kammerer on three different farms in the Leesburg area. Kammerer entered Saint Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne the same day for examination of a back disorder. The big tractors had 300 acres plowed by noon, then went to the Leesburg United Methodist Church where wives of the farmers had prepared dinner. In the top photo one farmer is on his six-bottom plow unit, while in the bottom photo they are shown at a more pleasant moment.

Legion, auxiliary convention in Indianapolis April 16-17

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Legionnaires from throughout Indiana will gather in Indianapolis April 16-17 for their annual spring conference. Sessions will be held at the War Memorial and the Indy Inn, headquarters for the gathering. The affair is joint with The American Legion Auxiliary. The gathering will be the last —get-together for Legionnaires Mnd Auxiliary members prior to their July conventions. The Legion Convention this year is scheduled for July 14-17 in Evansville and the auxiliary will Announcement made for the auxiliary American Legion Auxiliary Unit 226, Milford, met in the Legion hall on Tuesday with Marian R. Haab presiding. Various chairmen gave their reports The executive board met and announced the following special committee: Myrtle Felkner. chairman: Susie Chupp; Rita Vanlaningham; and Katherine Davis. Their duty is to select and present a slate of officers for the new year with nominations in May and election at the June meeting. _ Ann Brooks sang a solo, “There's Room at the Cross for You" as hymn of the month. President Haab made the following announcements: April 13 — Second district meeting at Monticello April 18 — All chairmen to meet at the Legion hall for "green sheet" reports for district at 7:30 p.m. May 3 — Next regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. when Helen Leemon will be presenting a foreign relations lesson. “My Visit to Guatamala." May 13 to 22 — Poppy window display in downtown area May 20 - 21 — "Poppy Days," committee needs volunteers to help with sales in Milford and surrounding areas May 30 — Memorial parade in conjunction with MAD. “Happy Birthday" and the song of the month “Christ is Risen" were sung The president thanked the evening’s social committee and announced the May 3 social committee — Patricia Clouse, Loretta Ostendorf. Polly Chupp . and Rosetta Chupp. During the social hour peach cake, coffee and ice tea were served by the committee. The door prize was won by Betty Scott.

be holding its convention at French Lick. Rev. Richard Connelly, pastor emeritus, of Saint Colman Church. Washington Court House. Ohio, will be the speaker at the conference banquet scheduled for April 16 at the Athletic Club in Indianapolis. Father Connelly served four terms as the national chaplain for the Elks and for 26 years served as chaplain for the Cleveland Browns. Currently, he serves as chaplain for the Cincinnati Bengals. Legionnaires will hear Jake Jackson of the Indiana Veterans Employment Office at the general meeting scheduled for 12 Noon on Saturday in the War Memorial Auditorium. State Legion Commander James E. Gallagher and Legion AuxiliaryPresident Frances McCullough of Terre Haute will preside at general meeting. Meeting during the two-day session will be the department executive for 2 p.m. on Sunday. The other 26 committees and commissions governing the various programs of the Legion will also be meeting, starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

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EASTER COLORING CONTEST WINNERS - Pictured here are area youngsters who wdfi the several prizes in the annual Easter coloring contest sponsored jointly by area merchants and The Mail-Journal. In the front row are Logina A. Wright. Milford, winner at the Farm Bureau Co-op at Milford; Chris Yoder. Syracuse, winner at Three Flags Drive Inn at Syracuse; Rick Thompson. Milford, winder at Richard Smith’s Painting in Milford; Shaun Fisher. Leesburg, winner at Augsburgers at Milford; Mike Hapner. Syracuse, winner at Kathy’s Beauty Bazaar at Syracuse; Derek Smith. Syracuse, winner at Little People Shop at Syracuse; Dale Grady. Syracuse, winner at Curtis TV at Syracuse; and Chantel Hartter. Milford, winner at McFarren’s Service Station at Milford. In the second row are Diane Hoover, Milford, winner at Doll s Decorating at Milford; Becca Stiver. Syracuse, winner at the

Jurisdictional dispute may be resolved without court action

Acting director of the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission announced at last Wednesday evening’s monthly meeting that the situation over jurisdictional rights to Turkey Creek Township may be resolved without litigation. Cinda Overmyer, acting as director since the resignation March 31, of Robert Orcutt, said a meeting was held the previous Thursday with the Syracuse Town Board and Rex Reed. “And, there really was nothing concrete decided one way or another,” Overmyer said. “And, I think we have a better understanding of each other.” She said the feelings between the two bodies had been generated from fear. “There is a possibility we may be able to work it out without going to court,” Overmyer announced. She mentioned she has viewed the zoning ordinance for Syracuse and it is “something that is almost unbelieveable.” The possibility of Syracuse joining the area plan was discussed, Overmyer said. “So, irfaybe there’s going to be progress without a big hassle,” she conducted. The petition by Don Byrd, the first to be considered by the commission from Turkey Creek Township, for a planned unit development was delayed until the next monthly meeting. May 4. Richard Ver Wiebe, representing Byrd said the concept for the development is to maintain the golf course, building houses around the greens. The first phase of the construction would be expansion of the existing club house, a swimming pool and tennis courts. Phase two would include more homes in the 154-lot dan, plus a common area for access to Lake Wawasee. No commercial business will be located in this area. Restrictions for the development were presented. Henry Kazimier, of the state aeronautics commission, requested the matter be delayed for about 60 days so the commission could investigate the plat. “Unfortunitely, we were not aware of this proposed development until this morning,” Kazimier said. He added that his commission did not object to it. but needed time to investigate the air safety. The consequence of not investigating it would be the commission might have to dose the airport. Airport owner Don Hayden pointed out the area in question on the plat. Two letters regarding the matter were read by Overmyer. Roger Kreider’s stated no ob-

jections, if structures are comparable to those in the area were constructed. Phillip Singer’s letter, addressed to the BZA, said he opposed any commercial venture that is degrading and detracting.

Senator Augsburger passes second emergency medical bill

The second emergency medical technician bill sponsored by Senator John Augsburger (RMilford) passed the Senate today by a vote of 35 to seven. Senator Augsburger explained, "This bill establishes advanced emergency medical technicians and makes it possible for them to serve the public in cities and towns by providing advanced life support and other medical functions more than a regular emergency technician but less than a paramedic.” He continued. “It has become apparent in many areas of the state that the total range of services provided by paramedics can not be financially supported

Wawasee Kiwanis Club to hold charter night

Members of the Lakeland Kiwanis Club will host a charter night for the Kiwanis Club of Wawasee on Saturday, April 16. at the South Shore Country Club. Hie reception will start at 6 p.m. with dinner being served buffet style at 6:30 p.m. Officers of the newly formed club are as follows: Bowen to speak at Huntington Gov. Otis R. Bowen will be the featured speaker at the 17th annual dinner of the Five-County Mental Health Ginic to be held Wednesday, April 20. at the HUB Building. Huntington College. 666 Lake Street. Huntington, at 7 p.m. The Five-County Mental Health Ginic is presently involved in constructing a comprehensive mental health center in Warsaw to be completed September, 1977. Plans for the health center are to be discussed at the dinner. Persons in Kosciusko County should contact Lawrence J. Castaldi for reservations by April 15. The dinner is open to the public.

Dairy Queen al Syracuse; Lori Hepler. Syracuse, winner at Klink’s Market in Syracuse and Grand Prize winner; Cheri Martindale, Syracuse, winner at White Plumbing and Heating at North Webster; Diane Renee Coppes. Milford, winner at Lavon’s Variety Store at Milford: Kara Zimmerman. Milford, winner at Bruce’s Texaco at Milford; Amy Ferverda, North Webster, winner at Augsburger s at North Webster; Kelly Brooks. Milford, winner at C. S. Myers at Milford; Barbie Jo Butler. Syracuse, winner at Augsburger’s at Syracuse; Debbie Harris, Syracuse, winner at the Counting House Bank at North Webster; Krissy Butt, Syracuse, winner at Ben Franklin at Syracuse; and Jane Moore, Syracuse, winner at My Store at Syracuse. Not present for the picture were Richard Karst, North Webster, winner at Teghtmeyer Ace Hardware at North Webster; and Michael Meek, Syracuse, winner at Hook’s at Syracuse.

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Mrs. John R. Feightner, representing the Wawasee property owners, said a good deal of the matter is questionable, and that the DNR test on a section of the property were made by boat (Continued on page 2)

or justified. This legislation will allow smaller size towns to provide this intermediate service. I have a list of 12 towns or cities wiiich desire advanced emergency technicians currently." The law also establishes reasonable exemption from liability for the EMT’s (Emergency Medical Technicians). The other bill passed earlier this session sponsored by Senator Augsburger (HB 2103) made it a crime to request or interfere with an EMT performing his duty. Both bills were on the priority list of Governor Otis Bowen and should be signed by him in the next few days.

President — Tom Swartz President-elect — Ron Roberts Vice president — Steve Tracy Secretary — Jerry Claybaugh Treasurer — Robert Marian Directors — Jack Oswald, Terry McCarty, Gene A. Myers, Dick Keim, Carl Freel, Clair Mohler and Dan Caskey. Byrd appeal is tabled The petition by Don Byrd, Syracuse, for a special exception for a planned development unit in a Lake Wawasee residential area, was tabled during the county board of zoning appeals meeting Monday evening. Byrd requested the tabling after the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission tabled his motion for preliminary subdivision and plat approval last Wednesday night. Cinda Overmyer, acting director of the area plan commission, reset the hearing on the matter for 7:30 p.m. May 11. Plans for the special exception are for office units and a convenience retail outlet.