The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 28, Milford, Kosciusko County, 2 August 1978 — Page 10

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A SNOWMAN In July? ‘‘Why not,” says Tim Hamman of Syracuse and Steve Badskey of North Webster, who work at Reimer’s Ice in North Webster. In fact, they thought it was such a good idea, they 'ended up making three! Last Friday the two youths made an authentic looking snowman out of ice that resembled snow, using gum wrappers for the eyes, and stood it in the

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middle of the road at the ice plant a block east of the stoplight in North Webster. Carolyn Emmert, secretary at the plant, said it was amusing to watch people drive by,, always pulling out to avoid hitting the little snowman. The first one toppled when an ice truck ran over it, so the two made a second one about 12 inches tall, twice as large as the first one, then a third 18 inches tall. This last one was captured on film, with Steve on the left and Tim on the right. JIM LAGARDE, Syracuse volunteer fireman, went way beyond the call of duty while on a fourth of July holiday week end. Jim and his wife, Sally, who live at 712 E. Pittsburg St., were enroute to the amusement park at King’s Island, Cincinnati,

• when Jim spotted flames while driving along the highway about five miles from Wapakoneta, Ohio. Then several fire trucks passed the LaGarde jeep. Asking his wife if she minded, Jim followed the trucks to the scene of a factory fire which covered a quarter block, with fire fighters from five surrounding departments. He says he went to the officer in charge and asked if he needed help. The officer was delighted. He said, “Sure, grab hold of a hose.” Jim says he worked for an hour and a half until the fire was “knocked down”, then continued on to King’s Island, which he reports is equal to Cedar Point in Ohio, on the shore of Lake Erie. Jim works in the maintenance department of Heckaman Industries at Nappanee. Sally is employed by Liberty Coach Co. THE GOLF story now making the rounds runs something like this: There was this golfer who was having a poor round, and so, highly perturbed, threw his clubs in the creek, then proceeded to take his clothes off. one piece at a time, and throw them into the creek. “What are you doing?” asked his caddy. '•l’m going to drown myself,” replied the frustrated golfer. “Not a chance,” said the caddy. “You can’t keep your head down.” WATCH FOR a forthcoming announcement of a change of ownership of a business establishment at Syracuse in the near future — it’s in the making. AT THE ribbon-cutting that officially opened the Kosciusko County Free Fair Monday night, two political dignitaries representing both major parties welcomed fair-goers to the annual fair. State representatives Thames Mauzy for the GOP and Warsaw Mayor H. Dale Tucker for the Democrats. Tucker ended his remarks on a light note, telling his listeners to drive and “stay out of trouble.” "And if you get a ticket,” he cautioned, “give it to Thames Mauzy.” BILL XANDERS recently learned that in a major city in Greece there are any number of Xanders in the telephone book. Since then, he has been on the look-out for a Greek sailor’s cap, and last week finally found one. So, if you’re about town and see a tight-fitting, small-billed blue cap, it’s a good bet Bill Xanders is under it. REV. DAVID HUDSON, pastor of the Syracuse United Pentacostal Church, is not a smoking man, so he found himself in a small dilemma when his wife Brenda gave birth to a ninepound, 15-ounce baby boy, Derek Michael, at the Bremen Community Hospital last Tuesday morning. “What to do to pass the good word around,” he cogitated. He struck on the idea of giving out rolls of peppermint candy, on the cover was emblazoned “It’s A Boy!” The kicker: He had to go to the Goshen General Hospital gift shop to make the purchase. A RECENTLY spotted personalized license plate: LSMFT. Remember the old Lucky Strike cigarette advertisement, Lucky Strike Means Fine Tobacco (LSMFT)? " STATE SENATOR John B. Augsburger should be cultivating the small fry, who will soon become bonafide voters.

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While at the Three Flags recently for refreshments, he was talking to one of the pert young things behind the counter, and she finally asked, "And who are you again?” TURKEY CREEK township Republican big-wigs are announcing where members of their party can register in order to vote in the Tuesday, November 7, election. They may register at the township assessor’s office, or with the following precinct committeemen: Pre. 1, Frank Putt; Pre. 2, Charlene Knispel; Pre. 3, Susan Myrick; Pre. 4, Darrel Grisamer; Pre. 5. Jack Vanderford; or with Jackson Ridings, in Pre. 6. THANKS Maurice Dorsey. Pass this word of thanks along to your men in the county highway department, as well. The thanks is for removing the old overstuffed chair that has been discarded along the MilfordSyracuse road, and has remained there for months. When we highlighted the fact in this column a week ago; along with a photo of the chair, we had several readers say, in effect, “It’s about time someone did something about this unsightly object along the highway.” Well, we did and commissioner Dorsey acted with dispatch; in fact, the day after last week's M-J hit the stands, the chair disappeared. * Thanks, boys! HERE'S A bit more information about the SyracuseWawasee Garden Club annual Flower Show held last Thursday in the Calvary United Methodist Church. Mrs. Ralph (Marylee) Clingaman, chairman, reports there were many excellent exhibits. Those winning blue ribbons included: Mrs. R. C. Tytler, Mrs. Clingaman. Mrs. James Lesh, Mrs. DeFord Hite, Mary Bushong, Mrs. Carrington Yeager, Mrs. James Cough, Mrs. Evan Mattix, Mrs. Don Reynolds, Mrs. Karl Schortemeier, Mrs. Carlos Porter and Mrs. Peter Blue, all of Syracuse; and Mrs. Don Robbins and Mrs. Harman Harper, both of Cromwell. Four educational exhibits were featured. These include: a bird exhibit entitled. “Feathered Wings,” by Mrs. Reynolds; a horticulture study entitled, “The growth of vegetables since the time of the Indians,” by Mrs. Yeager; an Indian artifact display, by James Louden; and an exhibit entitled, “National objectives,” by the chairman of the show. Judging the show were Mrs. Harold Richie. Winamac; Mrs. Donn KelVer. LaPorte; Mrs. Norman Linick, LaPorte; and student judges Mrs. George Foster, Elkhart; Mrs. Ed Hamilton and Mrs. Everett Potts, both of Winamac.. Theme of this year’s show was “Indian Trails of Beauty.” —o— THE LAKELAND Realty sign this week reads: Mortgages prove one man’s home is another man’s hassle. ANOTHER ONE we’re not supposed to write about: A young lady who left her mother’s car sit in neutral, and it began moving, slowly, and ended up in a Lake Wawasee channel. A LAST ditch effort is being made by a bevy of beauties from Kosciusko County as they collect funds which will earn them the 1978 Kosciusko County Fair Queen’s crown.

Among those girls who are busy this week are Tammy Miller of Milford, Kimberly Ann Bachelder of Syracuse and Laurie Pryor of North Webster.

WALT AND Marty Hagerdon of Syracuse Lake were at North Canton. Ohio, over the week end where they attended the 50th reunion of his graduating class. A Weatherhead retiree and golfing enthusiast, (and quite good, at that), Walt has been filling in two days this summer at the Parmore course at New Paris, for personable Ben Tracy who has been recuperating from surgery. —o— LOOKS LIKE a new overhang on the front of Sea Nymph plant 4 is forthcoming. —o— THE MAN driving around Syracuse Tuesday with a big smile on his face was nonagenarian Arnold Pfingst, of Syracuse Lake and the Greencroft community at Goshen. Reason for the smile: Arnold, who will be 94-years-of-age on November 25th of this year, took his driver’s test with state examiner Carolyn Strong, and passed it with flying colors. Said examiner Strong. “Arnold is a very good driver.” According to Roxanne Hadley,, Syracuse license branch manager, everyone over 75-years-of-age, has to take a driver’s exam every two years. —o— THE SYRACUSE Town Board met in an executive session Monday night to discuss several sewer and water problems with town engineer Jerry Lessig who had been on vacation for three weeks. Board president John R. Cripe commented Tuesday night that a lot of misunderstandings were cleared up. He said, “I feel it

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went well. We got some time commitments out of him. I think we made some progress." Some of the misunderstandings discussed involved complaints from town residents. Cripe said, “You need to look at each of these. I think we’ve been putting some people off.” The sewer situation at Oakwood Park was also brought up. Cripe said this matter will probably be brought before the board at its August 15 meeting. Also to be discussed at thht meeting will be the completing of the water and sewer project as far as the money bonds are concerned. Mrs. Betty Dust, clerk-treasurer, has been in contact with Herschel Umbaugh, Plymouth, who will be present at the meeting to explain some of the problems involved and what the board needs to do to finish the project. The project experienced some

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delays which is the reason for Umbaugh’s report. —o— HERE’S SOMETHING else about the Syracuse Town Board. Cripe said that an appointment to the board should be made within the next month. The board has two vacancies due to the resignations of David Nine and James Tranter. At the present time, the board could not conduct a meeting unless all three members are present for a quorum. The Republican Central Committee is submitting possible candidates to the board to be interviewed. Attends 50th class anniversary in Ohio Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hagerdon of Syracuse Lake attended his 50th anniversary reunion of graduation at Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, on Saturday, July 29. The event was held at a North Canton resort. .

Homemakers met at Howard Smith's The Leesburg Homemakers Club met July 19 in the home of Mrs, Howard Smith. She was assisted by Betty Smith. Mrs. Jack Hetler, new president, opened the meeting by introducing Beverly Jones. Mrs. Jones showed pictures and told what to do if someone tries to rape you Fay Hollar gave the safety lesson on hot and cold foods for picnics. The garden report was given by Mrs. Fred Kuhn. A total of 20 members told what they are taking to the fair for roll tall. Guests were Peggy Tom and Mrs. Jones. Citizenship report was given by Mrs. Howard Smith. The culture arts report was given by Mrs. Leo Anglin. New dub books were given out by the president. Refreshments of ice cream, cookies and punch were served Announcement was made on Homemakers Camp to be held at Camp Mack near Milford on September 19 and 20. The next meeting will be held in the home of Mrs. Hershel Albert on August 11 Everyone is tojake a white elephant for exchange The meeting will be a carry-in with husbands invited