The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 38, Milford, Kosciusko County, 11 October 1978 — Page 1

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VOLUME 15

Car, truck showing this week end at Syracuse

The second annual new car and truck show, sponsored by the State Bank of Syracuse, will be held this week end in downtown Syracuse. The show, featuring area auto dealerships presenting the 1979 models, is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 13 and Saturday, Oct. 14, on Main Street, Syracuse. Showings of new vehicles will begin Friday at 9 a.m. and continue until 6 p.m. Saturday’s activities are scheduled from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Refreshments and a drawing are

Bloodmobile at Syracuse

The American Red Cross Bloodmobile Unit is visiting Kosciusko County today (Wednesday). The unit is in operation

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PREPARE FOR BLOODMOBILE — Four members of the Calvary United Methodist Church junior department were preparing posters for the forthcoming bloodmobile, to be held from 12 noon until 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Syracuse. From left are Gregg McClain, Cathy Cobbum. Tim .Manges and Ronnie Thomas. Working with the young artists are Mrs. F.A. Willard, left, and Mrs. Dan Wyant.

Meet the candidates — bilesue whitman Morgan; business approach

Robert L. Morgan of box 71 North Webster is running in district one (Tippecanoe Township) for the Lakeland School Board. He would like to lend a business approach to the board. He said, “I would just like to have an impact on the educational program. I’m associated with a lot of people in the area in business. J feel they would like to have someone with a business approach.” Morgan added when dealing with large amounts of money, as the Lakeland board does, it’s a delicate situation. “The financial stability of the system, how to continue that is important. Not necessarily to change the handling of financial matters. How are we going to give the school the primary value to survive?” He said future financial decisions of the board are going to become more critical. Acts On Wishes The candidate said he isn’t concerned with too many issues at this time, but feels they would become of primary importance if he gets a seat on the board. He did say, however, that the present board seems to act in the best interest of the community. He commented, “I think they act on the wishes of the community using good educational guidelines. They hold monthly meetings.” He added he isn’t too sure on the feedback received, considering the number of visitors attending the meetings. Morgan hopes the board will continue its high level of programs. “I would hope for a continuation of the tranquil atmosphere between the school, community and administration.” He went on to say that a board seat is a job of service and not of any political nature. “The school has to serve the best interests of the community. I feel in this time and place, if I am able to win a seat, it would be a privilege.” Morgan Transportation System Morgan is a former resident of Buffalo, N. Y. He is a graduate of Frontier High School and attended the State University of New York and Taylor University. Morgan has spent over 24 years in all facets of the motor carrier industry. After leaving Taylor, he became assistant to the president of Wenham Transportation Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio, a seven state irregular commercial carrier. He then moved into the

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Consolidation of THE MILFORD MAIL (Est. 1888) and THE SYR ACUSE-WAWASEE JOURNAL (Est. 1907)

at the Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church, state highway 13 north, Syracuse, and will be there until 6 p.m.

planned throughout the show. Those in attendance will be given the opportunity to register for their choice of a trip for two to Las Vegas or Disney World. No purchase is necessary to be eligible for the drawing and all participants must be 21 years old to enter. Four local automobile dealers will be exhibiting 1979 models in this year’s show. Those participating include C. S. Myers Ford, Inc., of Milford and Syracuse; Jim Moore Motors, Inc., US 6 East, Nappanee; Wyant Chevrolet, Inc., Syracuse; and Bauhger-Wysong; Cromwell.

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a w **** J! ** ’ WHF JI ' < vice presidency of operations at K and A Truck Line, Davenport, lowa, a heavy machinery transporter operating in 27 states. In 1963, Morgan became president of Morgan Transportation System, Inc., with administrative offices in New Paris. Morgan Transportation is an irregular route common carrier with Interstate Commerce Commission operating rights in 44 states. He has appeared before the Federal Bureau of the Interstate Commerce Commission on numerous occasions. He is a member of the Indiana Motor Trucking Association, the American Trucking Association and the Fort Wayne Traffic Club. He is also president of Landmark Associates, Inc., a real estate firm with home offices in Fort Wayne and is an associate with Harlan Beer of Nappanee, in Beer and Morgan Equipment Company, which purchases machinery and equipment for resale. A member of the Winona Lake Brethren Church, he and his wife, Pauline, have three children. His oldest daughter, Lorrie, 17, is a senior at Bethany Christian High School. Morgan said Lorrie decided to attend Bethany Christian instead of Wawasee High School by her own choice. “I feel a 17-year-old has a right to her own decision,” he commented. Morgan’s other children include: Robert 14, a student at North Webster Junior High School; and Jennifer, nine, a student at North Webster Elementary School.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11,1978

As a fund raising kick-off for the purchase of a life-pak and cardiac monitoring telemetry radio, the Milford Emergency Service group is planning to hold a community meeting within the next month. Representatives of all Milford organisations, churches, industries and businesses will be invited. Guest speakers will be at the meeting to explain the equipment and its use. There will also be a question and answer period. The meeting will be opened to all interested citizens of the community with the date, time and place to be announced as soon as they are set.

Harry Coy celebrates 92nd birthday Harry E. Coy formerly of Syracuse, celebrated his 92nd birthday Saturday, Oct. 7. Coy, Beech Grove Healthcare Center, 2002 Albany, room 211 C, Beech Grove, Ind. 46107, was a resident of the area for 90 years until he became a stroke victim. Mr. Coy suffered a severe heart attack in July but according to his daughter, Rosemary (Coy) Kutzmer, Indianapolis, he is recovering. Man ticketed after car hits guard rail Carmen C. Pance, 26, 419 Boston St., Syracuse, was ticketed by police after his auto struck a guard rail on CR 100E approximately one-half mile northeast of Milford, at 11:45 p.m. last Friday. He was cited by County Reserve Officer Jerry Eisaman for operating a motor vehicle without a license. According to Eisaman, Pance’s car slid off a curve because of wet road conditions and cracked the guard rail. The mishap caused S3OO damage each to the car and guard rail. Syracuse Lions to buy sign The Syracuse Lions Club, during a meeting October 4, voted to buy and present a lighted community information sign to the town of Syracuse. President Bill Coburn appointed Jim Tranter to the position of project chairman to raise funds for the purchase and installation of a sign. • Lion Tranter immediately announced plans and appointed committees for a flight bulb sale” for a fund-raising project. Tranter said that a campaign to sell light bulbs would be held October 18-25, using the theme “Buy Bulbs — Help Light Up The Sign.” Tranter and Coburn also stated that any surplus monies raised would be used for other Lions activities. James Caskey and Kermit Weldy were present at the meeting and Weldy, an employee of Kosciusko County YMCA, discussed the workings of the United Way organization and asked the support of the Lions members as individuals during the campaign. Lion John Naab introduced Rev. Steve Archer of the Syracuse Grace Lutheran Church as his guest. Also attending the meeting were five visiting Lions from New Paris, including Harley Haab, District LeaderDog Chairman. Haab stated that two of the six dogs that had been presented to the Leader Dog Training School at Rochester, Mich., were accepted. These dogs had been raised by the James Ficks on the east side of Lake Wawasee, with some financial help from the New Paris and Syracuse Lions Clubs. Lion Merl Smith announced that Robert Jones would be the speaker at the October 18 meeting. Jones will be discussing the Lakes Area sewer project.

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HOMECOMING ROYALTY — Chosen as the 1978 homecoming king and queen of Wawasee High School last Friday night were Kevin Marose and Marti DeWitt. Kevin, 18, the son of Mr. and Mrs-Arthur Marose of Leesburg, is senior class president. He has been in class council and PRIDE. Last year, he won his class in the wrestling sectional. Commenting, “It was more or less just an honor to be elected.” Kevin plans to attend Northwood College to major in business aohupistration to prepare for a career in accounting. Marti said she was “shocked” to be chosen. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry DeWitt of Syracuse, she is a member of DECA Club and the PRIDE committee. After graduation, the 18-year-old plans on attending the Ray-Vogue School of Fashion Merchandising in » Chicago to become a merchandise buyer. Named homecoming king and queen runners-up were Hal Hammaker, son of Harold and Janel Hammaker of Leesburg and Jackie Glon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Glon, Sr., Syracuse. With the new king and queen are Mickey (Jackie Mangas) and Minnie (Melissa Tom) Mouse. More pictures can be found inside on page 11. ' . * * ■

Adult jogging at Wawasee The Wawasee High School adult walk-jog facilities are available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the week of October 16. Those interested in joining this program should contact Richard Wysong at the adult education offices at Wawasee High School. The class runs from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is no charge for the program.

Curbs being considered at Webster A proposal to install street curbing in front of the North Webster school was discussed by the board of trustees of Lakeland Community School Corporation Tuesday night. The board also heard a complaint on payment for adult education classes; received a report on student enrollment; approved two teachers for homebound instruction; and approved certificates of payment for the Lakeland School Building Corp. Marion Lantz, business manager for the Lakeland schools, told the board that two years ago the corporation was considering placing curbs along one block of SR 13, in front of the North Webster school. At that time, the state highway department planned to resurface the highway, and curbing would have been mandatory. The paving was delayed due to the sewer project at that time, he said, but it was announced recently at a North Webster Town Board meeting the highway department plans to resurface the road next summer. The department indicated its willingness to surface clear to the curb if the school corporation (Continued on page 2)

Board questions hiring of town water consultant

By LESLIE WHITMAN Milford Town Board members discussed several ways to obtain federal grant money for the town's water project Monday night. A contract to hire Robert Murphy, as a town water consultant, was read. Murphy was present at last month’s meeting and outlined a program where he would obtain grant money at no expense to the town. Murphy’s expenses would come out of the grant itself. Board member Dr. T. A. Miller expressed concern about Murphy’s engineering staff. Miller said he talked to Robert Kirkwood, an engineer, who said the town would have to have a registered engineer in order to apply for FHA funds. Miller commented, “The thing I’m concerned about is if we contact here and his engineers aren’t satisfactory to FHA, we might be obligating ourselves to a double fee. I’d be very much in favor of this if we’re not going to lose 20 per cent instead of 10.” James Brooks, board member, is in favor of hiring Murphy. He said, “What have we got to lose? He has engineers working for him. He knows federal grants.” Brooks also said, “He only works on what he asks us to. He formed his own company. I think he’s doing the town a favor.” Miller replied, “He might be doing us a favor, but I’m sure he’s working for a profit.” The board decided to meet again with Murphy, possibly on October 16. Mrs. Glen Treesh, board president, will also call a man from FHA to be present the same date. Neighbors Complain Several residents had a complaint about the Harold Manor property. They said it needed cleaning up as rats were running all over. An unpleasant smell is also coming from an outhouse on the property.

Mrs. Treesh said there is a town Ordinance against anything that smells and against high grass. The town will send a registered letter to Manor ad vising him to clean-up the property or the town will do so at a charge of SSO. The board adopted a resolution asking for a 10 per cent reduction in the water billing when the town had bad water. Brooks said town

'No truth to rumor:’ says Andy Pfefferkorn

By LOUISE PURVIS

Rumors have been circulating in Syracuse to the effect that the Weatherhead Company, the area’s largest employer, was closing its doors and pulling out of town. Andy Pfefferkorn, plant manager, said this week that there is “no truth to that rumor. He said the company has had

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attorney Rex Reed advised him nothing was definite as yet. To be approved, the entire bill for that time had to be paid and only for water usage. Community Project Miller said the Lions Club is interested in a community project to benefit the town and was asking for suggestions. One discussed was to put up (Continued on page 2)

under consideration changing some of the products made here, but is not contemplating closing down the plant. The plant manager said he would have more detailed plans to announce in a couple of weeks about the proposed change-over. The Weatherhead Company, which last year merged with the (Continued on page 2)