The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 8, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 March 1978 — Page 14

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., March 15,1978

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North Webster News

feol ■ *j£ahK ‘ jHNw’ f^’ v w K v w > >s * i f<®' ■ - Wwl4k j \ wlI vW / ■ ■ ;^-> a £f ®S~ i MAKE DONATIONS TO FIRE DEPARTMENT — During 1977, the North Webster Tippecanoe Township Firemen’s Ladies Auxiliary worked hard on various projects to purchase equipment for the fire department. Donations made include a scanner, shirts and patches for all firemen, EMS and drivers and two complete air packs plus one extra tank. They also contributed money to the emergency medical service for the new coronary care unit. Community activities calendars are still being sold, with all proceeds going to the unit. Pictured above are Bill Metcafe, fire chief; Virginia Spry, treasurer; Shirlie Fishbaugh, secretary; Marcia Conklin, president; Myra Bowser, vice president; and Wilma Mitchell, past president.

New officers elected for Church of God

The annual business meeting of North Webster Church of God was held recently and new church officers elected. The new officers are: Tom Reiff and Jim Stump — board of trustees Dorothy Cooperrider — Past Chiefs play euchre Myrtle Greisinger was hostess for the March 8 meeting of North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters. Alice Kissinger, most excellent chief, discussed plans for the convention to be held at Warsaw in April. It was noted that a memorial service is to be held for Hazel Miller on March 9. Roll call was answered by nine members. Guests present were Phyllis Engle, Thelma Burger and Mat-garet Kiser. Following the business session euchre was played. Ermal Vanator placed high and Phyllis Engle placed low. The door prize was presented to Ethel Engle. Refreshments were served by the hostess. The April meeting will be held in the home of Alice Kissinger.

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secretary Walter Corbin — treasurer Phyllis Abbett — recording secretary Woody Beezley — head usher Dan Conkling — song leader and choir director Donna Robbins — assistant Fran Bowser — benevolence committee Linden Boggs and Orlie Black board of Christian education Norma Sliger — special occasions Junior Keppen — missions Myrtle Likens and Gladys Culver — music Also elected were: Galen Haney and Mary Jo Lundy — church council Junior Keppen and Harold Mickly — nominating Galen Haney, Chuck Dye and Delores Black — auditing New Sunday School officers are: Doug Bowser — superintendent Irene Ferverda — assistant superintendent Marge Hickman — treasurer Louise Clayton — secretary Beta Psis honor birthday of Shirley Fiddler Shirley Fiddler was guest of honor at a surprise birthday party held recently at a local restaurant by members of Beta Psi Chapter of Lambda Chi Omega Sorority. Plans were discussed for a dance to be held April 15 at Camelot Hall, North Webster.. Music will be provided by the Mock Twins from Elkhart. Pat Strombeck is serving as chairman for the dance with Marty Bockman as co-chairman. It was noted that due to the energy crisis no more meetings will be held at Camelot Hall until April. Barbara Fiddler and Mrs. Strombeck were hostesses for the birthday party.

MR. AND MRS. H. GEORGE HOME FROM WEST Mr. and Mrs. Herbert George, Epworth Forest, have returned home from a five-week vacation trip through the Western states. They visited with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Lawshe, Phoenix, Ariz. They also went sightseeing and visited with relatives in California. WCTU receives thanks for gifts Members of Anna Bowers Chapter Women’s Christian Temperance Union met March 7 in the North Webster Church of the Brethren. The meeting was opened by Mary Wilcoxson who read from First John 5:1-12. Eva Lock led the group in prayer. Devotions were given by Betty Barrett. Her topics were: “Family Life,” “The Only Way I Know” and “The Cover Up Os Laughter.” Roll call was answered with “Things We Are Thankful For.” A thank you letter was read from representatives of the veterans hospital, Fort Wayne. It expressed appreciation for Christmas gifts presented to patients by the Webster group. Betty Barrett gave a reading entitled “Skipping Saints.” An all day meeting is planned for April 4 at North Webster Church of the Brethren.

Charm N Chatter Homemakers elect Olive Locke president

Election of officers was held during the March 6 meeting of Charm N Chatter Extension Homemakers Club. Lunetta Metcalf was hostess for the event. Jane Akers assisted the hostess. The new officers are: Olive Locke — president Marge Warner — vice president Helen Cline — secretary Lee Adair — treasurer During the business session dues were payed, honor and standard forms completed and letters from the county office were read. A letter from Mrs. Curtis Shock was read concerning the establishment of a community library. The group voted to support the project. A lesson on “Wardrobe Planning” was given by Mrs. Akers. Mrs. Adair presented a lesson about “Uniting the

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Metcalf thanks auxiliary for two air packs North Webster Firemen’s Auxiliary members met March 6 in the fire station. Bill Metcalf, fire chief, was (resent to thank the group for the two Scott air packs and extra air tank they purchased for the department. Virginia Spry, historian, read a portion of the auxiliary history. Plans were made for a “Dinner Out” on April 3. It was announced that the auxiliary will prepare dinner for poll workers on election day. Due to the energy crisis future meetings will be held in members homes. Refreshments were served by Myra Bowser. The May meeting will be held in the home of Diane Williams. Family night at U.M. Church Family Night activities were held recently at North Webster United Methodist Church. Supper was served and a program and play presented. Sylvia Henderson and Mary Stackhouse planned the dinner. Others participating were: Linda Reed, Brent Bowen, John Pruett, Noel Reed, Kevin Reed, Pat Pruett, Nannette Dipert, Gregg Reed, Sandy Keim, Lori Henderson, Julie Shafer, Derek Bowen, Tim Keim, Richard Steele and Debbie Shaffer. Auction held by Sechrist 65s An auction of baked goods and homemade craft items was held during the March 1 meeting of Sechrist Sixty Five Extension Homemakers Club. Dixie Pryor served as auctioneer. The meeting was held in the home of Janet Allen. Norma Boyer assisted the hostess. The lesson “Uniting The Family” was presented by Laurel Shoemaker. Plans were discussed and committees appointed for the April 27 membership tea to be held at Camelot Hall, North Webster. Barbara Goodpasture was welcomed as a new member.

Family.” Reports were given by: Mrs. Akers, garden remarks, “African Violets”; Carol Ritchie, citizenship, “Nancy Hanks Lincoln”; and Christine Hunt, cultural arts. New secret pal names were drawn. Roll call was answered by 15 members. Mrs. Doris Ckardack was a guest. Plans were discussed for a membership drive. Marge Warner will be hostess for the April meeting. The leaning tower of Pisa increases its inclination by one foot each 100 years.

MR. AND MRS. T. A. WILLMAN HOME FROM FLORIDA Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Willman, Leesburg, have returned home from a two week vacation trip to Florida. While there, they visited with Ruth Boyer and Pauline Castello, Bonita Springs; Leona Stimson, Naples, a former resident of Irish Lake; and Rev. and Mrs. Dewight Ritenour and family, and Margaret Welder, Sebring, former Barbee Lake residents. Finalize plans for home ec tea During a meeting held recently in the home of Mrs. Frank Kurth, Barbee Lake, plans were finalized for a tea to be held at 7:30 p.m., April 6, at the Oswego Community building. The purpose of the tea is to introduce new members to the activities of extension homemaker clubs. Theme for the evening will be “Grow With Us.” The tea is being sponsored by five area home extension clubs. Those attending the planning session were: Catherine Bause, Tippecanoe Township; Joyce Herenden, Eight Square; Betty Hetler, Leesburg Homemakers; Susan Harwood, Tippy Lee; and Ann Teeple and Kay Tusing, Country Neighbors. Any interested homemaker is welcome to attend.

Homemakers clubs plan membership tea April 27

A membership tea will be held April 27 at Camelot Hall, North Webster. The tea is being sponsored by Charm N Chatter, Sechrist Sixty Five, Efficient Homemakers and Backwater Friends Extension Homemakers Clubs. Theme for the tea is “Grow With Us.”

43 attend conservation club carry-in, meeting

There were 42 members present for the recent meeting of Barbee Conservation Club. The invocation was given by Dorothy Thornburg. Waldo Bostel, president, was in charge of the business session. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Henry and Mr. and Mrs. Jawell Havens were welcomed as new members. A carry-in dinner was served. Following dinner a film was shown entitled “This Land.” Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Gunkle served as chairmen of the dinner committee. They were assisted Barbee Hoosiers hold carry-in Barbee Hoosier Club members met March 1 in the Barbee Conservation Club building. Roll call was answered by 11 members. Ruth Butler, president, was in charge of the business session. It was announced that Mrs. Virgil Emmons has been admitted to a nursing home at Columbia City. A carry-in dinner was served at noon. Dorothy Thornburg and Ethel Elston were in charge of the dinner arrangements. The next meeting is planned for the first Wednesday in April with Martha Kussmaul and Iva Kraus as hostesses.

Poet's Pathfinders Club is sponsoring poetry contest

The Poet’s Pathfinders Club, I an affiliate of the Indiana State ; Federation of Poets, is spon- ; soring a poetry contest. The contest is open to any . resident of the State of Indiana. Poems must be on the subject ’ of “Spring.” Any style or form of poetry is welcome. < Entries must contain no more ’ than 40 lines. There is no limit on the number of entries that may be submitted Barbee Ladies continue study of book of James Members of Barbee Ladies I Christian Service met March 9in ; the home of Mrs. Fred Stapleton, Knapp Lake. 1 Devotions were given by Sadie Reynolds. < Roll call was answered by 13 ladies. The Bible study, concerning the last half of the third chapter of James, was studied and discussed. Plans were discussed for the group’s summer activities and charity projects. A carry-in dinner was served at noon.

1 The aims and purpose of the i extension homemakers program will be explained to prospective members. < Any interested homemaker is i welcome to attend. i Members of the planning committee are Jean McNaab, z Dorothy Baumlee, Viola Richcreek and Sara Rhoades.

by Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hitchcock and Mr. and Mrs. John Smith. The next meeting will be held March 21 at Barbee Conservation Club Building. Guests are welcome.

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but they must be type written and accompanied by a stamped, self addressed envelope. Deadline for contest entries is June 1. Prizes and honorable mentions will be awarded. Complete information and contest rules may be obtained by writing to: F. Dunkle, president; Poets Pathfinders Club, 1012, 19th St., Logansport, Ind. 46947. COMMUNITY NEWS The men and boys from North Webster Church of God are planning a swim party to be held at Wawasee High School on March 16. On March 14 the ladies of Lydia Circle met at 1:30 p.m. in the fellowship room at North Webster United Methodist Church. Community Good Friday Services will be held at 12 noon, March 24, at North Webster Church of God. Dorothy Crowell was hostess for the March 8 meeting of Esther Circle from North Webster United Methodist Church.

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Members of Miriam Circle met March 13 in the fellowship room at North Webster United Methodist Church Marge Warner, North Webster, has returned home from a weeks vacation trip to Hawaii. Mrs. Betty Zirkle, Dunkirk, spent last Saturday visiting with friends and neighbors at Barbee Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Helvey, Leesburg, have returned home from a vacation trip to Florida. Girl Scout Sunday was observed March 12 at North Webster United Methodist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Kowenigshof, r 1 Pierceton, have returned home from a threeweek vacation trip to Florida. North Webster United Methodist Church Bridgebuilders group will meet at 7:30 p.m., March 16, in the church fellowship room. —NW— In 1836 there was a surplus in the United States Treasury Os over S2B million!