The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 39, Milford, Kosciusko County, 18 October 1978 — Page 2

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed.. October 18,1978

? *1 Hbw v * -fl mAS. A ja < ‘ jfxflß K BSKV A 1 nMI i J i REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES — Seated above are several candidates on the Republican ticket this November 7. From left, are: Thames Mauzy, seeking a seventh term as state representative in the 17th district: Ruth Hoppus. seeking a second term as county recorder: Jean Northenor, seeking a second term as county auditor: and Milford Town Board member James Brooks. The candidates were at the Brooks’ house last Thursday for an open house.

Race — (Continued from page 1) The sheriff added he would like to see more things changed in the department. These include sending more officers and dispatchers to school and learning Since becoming sheriff, he has added two breathalyzer operators. He would like to add several more. A former 21-year Indiana State Police officer. Hammersley lives at 621 Pam St., Warsaw. He is a member of the American Legion; Elks Club. Indiana Criminal Justice Board, region one; State Been Committee and is the current president of the WarsawBowling Association. He and his wife. Marilyn, have two daughters: Anne. 18 and Janis, 15. Need Improvements Rovenstine, a patrolman for the sheriff's department since 1969, feels improvements can be made in the department. “I decided to run for sheriff because I always had an interest in police work,” he said, “The sheriff’s department, more than any other agency, is for the people, by the people.” The candidate, who has been going door to door, said his main interest is service to the people. "I plan on being a sheriff for all of Kosciusko County.” The former Atwood precinct committeeman ran for sheriff four years ago, but lost in the primary. He has served as fire chief of Atwood for 15 years and is a member of the Masons, Scottisn Rite, Shrine and WarsawMoose Lodge. His wife, Sandra, is a current precinct committeewoman. They have three children: Aaron, 19, Nanette, 17 and Nicole. 11. Congressional Race Running for a seat in the U. S. Congress, Second District, are: incumbent Floyd Fithian. Democrat; J. Phillip (Phil) Oppenheim, Republican; William (Bill) Costas, Independent; and James H. Logan, American Party. Fithianleems to be running on the position that he will continue to provide strong leadership and interaction with his constituents. He is seeking his third term. On The Campaign Trail Marge Fithian was -on the campaign trail in Kosciusko County Monday trying to generate support for her husband. She said the Congressman is trying to attend as many town meetings and public functions as possible. “He is trying to be where he can be visible and talk to a lot of people,” she commented. Oppenheim has been labeled as Fithian’s most formidable opponent. The Leesburg resident is making his second attempt to run for Congress. He placed third in the 1976 district Republican primary. Costas and Logan are thought to take some votes away from Fithian and Oppenheim. Costas, who was too late to run on the Republican ticket, is a Valparaiso businessman. Logan, a conservative candidate, resides at r 8 Warsaw. State Race Thames L. Mauzy is running for a seventh term for state representative, 17th district, on the Republican ticket. Opposing him is Gerald M Romine, Democrat. Mauzy, a Warsaw resident, owns and operates the Home THE MAIL-JOURNAL Published by The Mail Journal every Wednesday and entered as Second Class matter at the Post Otfice at Syracuse. Indiana 4654’ Publication No 325140 Second class postage paid at 103 E Mam street. Syracuse. Indiana 4656’ and at additional entry offices Subscription: $0 per ydar in Kosciusko county, sll outside county. VWs.

Furniture Mart. Romine, a Mentone resident, is a member of the Mentone Town Board and an electrical contractor. Other Races Also on the ballot November 7, are the following candidates; Judge of the Superior Court, Robert Burner, Republican, unopposed; Prosecuting Attorney, Michael L. Miner, Republican, unopposed; County Auditor. Doris Jean Northenor. Republican, urtopposed; County Recorder. Ruth S. Hoppus, Republican, Phyllis E. Cordill, Democratic; and County Assessor, Avis B. Gunter, Republican. H. Paul Lauster, Democratic. For state offices, candidates are as follows: Secretary of State, Ed Simcox, Republican. Rexford J. Carpenter, Democratic, Elnora Lawrence, American Party; Auditor of State, Charles D. Loos, Republican, Precious Byrd, Democratic. Cletus Artist. American Party; Treasurer of State, Julian L.' Ridlen, Republican, John A. Ruby, Democratic; and Clerk of Supreme and Appellate Courts. Marjorie H. O.'Laughlin, Republican, Billie R. McCullough, Democratic. Various township races are also in the offing and will be outlined in the next few weeks. Next Week: Fithian vs. Oppenheim Candidates — (Continued from page 1) could be elected, giving district two two representatives. Mrs. Hoerr could be elected, giving district three two representatives. And. either Carey or Morgan

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could be elected but they can not both be elected. Since Payne is already a member of the board the election of one of these men would give district one two representatives and eliminate the other from the boad even though he may receive more votes than another candidate. Murphy — (Continued from page 1) Is Money Available? Miller asked if grant money is available and what are the town’s chances of receiving it. “Right now I think you would rate pretty good," said Murphy. “I think we can rate it right up there at the

Burglary suspect at Milford bank

At 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 12, an unidentified man, posing as Kevin C. Estep, r 1 Etna Green, entered the Milford branch of the First National Bank of Warsaw and filled out a withdrawal slip in the amount of $2,650. The teller he approached, a new employee at the Milford branch, did not have enough money in her drawer to handle the large withdrawal. She took the passbook and withdrawal slip to another teller for assistance. The other teller recognized the name on the passbook as that of the brother of Hazel Charlton, r 2 Milford, assistant cashier at the bank. She in turn took the book to Mrs. Charlton. Mrs. Charlton activated the bank’s camera and then went to the man and asked him where he received the book. He very

top.” Murphy added,“l don’t anticipate any other towns going for a grant this year. I will spend as much time as I deem necessary to get the money. I will not work on one that seems questionable.” Mrs. Treesh asked. “What if you decide to leave?” “I would finish the project,” Murphy said. Murphy was asked a few questions concerning his leaving the employ of the city of Warsaw. He worked for Warsaw for over three years as a CETA employee and obtained over $6 million in grant monies. In citing his reasons. Murphy said. “It was a combination of personality factors and money. I wouldn’t have gone into my own

Car show: a success

“As long as we get the city’s support it will be an annual event,” commented Jeff Wells, loan officer, at the State Bank of Syracuse. The second annual new car and truck show was held downtown Syracuse. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13 and 14. “It was a pretty good show Friday, there was a larger crowd than last year and we anticipated a bigger crowd on Saturday but the rain dampened things," continued Wells. He later stated that in a general consensus, by those involved, Friday was a good day and all were looking for a big crowd on Saturday. Because of the rain the show was called off early on Saturday. According to Wells approximately 400 persons signed up for the four-day. three-night trip for two to Las Vegas or Disney World, sponsored by the bank. The winner of the trip was Donna Agler of Syracuse who will be going to Disney World. Each of the four participating automobile dealers also held a drawing for various prizes. Winner for a portable black and white TV, from Wyant Chevrolet. Inc., Syracuse, was Leon White of North Webster.

calmly stated it was his. Mrs. Charlton knowing that this was not true stated that Kevin Estep was her brother and he, the suspect, was not. The suspect denied the fact that he was not Kevin Estep. Mrs. Charlton then went to get Paul Reith, manager and the suspect was calmly looking out the window. When the manager and Mrs. Charlton appeared the suspect walked out of the bank. * Mrs. Charlton then called her brother who had no idea of the burglary. He reportedly went home to find that his house had been ransacked and $260 in cash had been taken. The suspect is still on the loose and any information on his whereabouts should be given to the Kosciusko County Police or the state police.

company if I didn’t have the faith in myself to get funds.” Miller then commented. “I still can’t buy a pig in a poke. Who are these people (engineers)? What are their records? What have they done?” Murphy will send resumes of his engineers to the board. He said the town doesn't have to decide on which engineers to use now and they aren’t obligated to use his if they sign the contract. Miller then said. “If you don’t go with someone with experience, how are you going to get a grant? The people that have the consultants are going to get the money.” Murphy's hiring passed unanimously.

Frances Troup, r 3 Syracuse, was the winner of C. S. Myers Ford. Inc., of Milford and Syracuse. The prize was a complete winterization of her car. John G. Zimmerman, r 2 Syracuse, won the use of a 1979 car for one week at Jim Moore Motors, Inc.,’ US 6 East. Nappanee. t Vicki Mast, r 2 Syracuse, won a McCullogh chain saw from Baugher-Wysong. Cromwell. Sleepy Owl has been sold The Sleepy Owl, popular eating establishment located on road 13 south of Syracuse, has been sold, according to an announcement this week. Frank and Nita Miller, owners, have sold “The Owl" to Michael and Darlene Calobrace of Warsaw. The Calobraces took immediate possession. The Millers have operated The Sleepy Owl for the past two and a half years and have owned it for one and a half years. Their future plans are indefinite, but in all probability they will relocate in either Florida or California. Civil Defense program for Junior Moms A program on self defense was given by Larry Harrell and Jeannie Edmonds when the Junior Mother’s Club met. Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Jack Clark. It was announced that 87 persons donated blood at the bloodmobile, sponsored by the group, on October 11 at the Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Jean Jones, president of the group thanked all of those who helped with the day's activities. Lois Allen and Lucille Peffley assisted the hostess with refreshments and the next meeting was scheduled for November 20, in the home of Mrs. Gene Hall.

First shooting unexplained —

3 shooting reports false

North Webster and Kosciusko County police discovered last week three of the alleged shooting incidences directed at Deputy Marshal Michael D. Wood were actually a series of falcified reports filed by the officer himself. North’ Webster Marshal Charles Parker said, “Deputy Marshal Wood. 24, r 1 North Webster, has been suspended from the North Webster police force for “conduct unbecoming of an officer”. Parker told a Mail Journal reporter late Monday that applications are now being accepted for the vacant position. The first shooting, which occurred at approximately 2:26 am., Sunday, Oct. 1, was apparently the only real incident. Wood was in his trailer in the backwaters area southeast of State police issue report for September F Sgt. Robert L. Meeks, District Commander, Indiana State Police, announced the (oilowing activities for the month of September in Kosciusko County. During a total of 998 hours worked, 16,425 miles were covered on state and county roads. Officers investigated 23 accidents, made 267 arrests, issued 201 warnings, and assisted 109 motorists. Kosciusko County is staffed by four troopers and one sergeant. The Ligonier District serves the six northeastern counties of the state. Units assigned to Ligonier conducted 88 criminal investigations, resulting in the arrests of 13 people, the fatal accident total in Kosciusko County for the year so far is 10 persons killed, as compared with the same period in 1977 when 15 people were fatally injured on state and county roads. District wide, however, 59 persons have lost their lives in the six counties this year, as compared to 58 persons last year.

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North Webster when a 12-gauge shotgun slug ripped through the trailer wall in the early morning hours of October I. Police are still unable to explain the first shooting. Wood consented to a polygraph test, given by a Goshen police officer, which concluded that he had no knowledge of the first shotgun blast. A second shooting was reported by the officer at 5:40 am., October 1. Another call for assistance was answered by police when Wood reported he heard shots fired at 9:30 p.m., October 1. Wood said he was walking around the North Webster sewage disposal plant in the northeast section of town when someone fired a shot. He fell to the ground in tall grass and heard a second shot about 15 seconds later. The fourth shooting was reported by Wood at 8:08 p.m. Monday. Oct. 2, when he said he heard a shotgun blast near his residence. Authorities became suspicious of the deputy marshal’s story and began to question him. Wood admitted to police this week that he drew his own .38 caliber pistol and fired two shots while he was patrolling the grounds beind the sewage plant. He then dropped to the ground and radioed a North Webster reserve officer in the squad car that someone had fired shots at him. The deputy marshal told police earlier this month that he had found a threatening note in his - mailbox on Saturday. Sept. 23. He

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admitted this week that the note never existed and a threatening telephone call received by a North Webster radio dispatcher were part of his scheme. A written statement prepared by Robert Reed, attorney representing North Webster, said, ‘/An extensive investigation by the North Webster Police Department together with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department has led to findings and a conclusion that the only actual and real shooting incident, or attempted assault upon Deputy Marshal Wood was the first such incident occurring at approximately 2:26 a.tn. on October 1. As a result of the filing of the false reports in this matter. Marshal Charles Parker has found it necessary to suspend Deputy Marshal Wood from further service with the North Webster Police Department for action unbecoming of an officer Marshal Parker will further discuss the matter with the Kosciusko County prosecuting attorney (Michael Valentine) for pursuit of appropriate action in the matter, the statement said. Police also found that a later report of a man standing in Wood’s driveway with a gun in his hand was also false. Charles Franklin Hardt, r 1 Pierceton, an acquaintance of Wood’s, admitted he gave a false report to police when he told them he saw a man with a gun in his hand standing in Wood's driveway between 5:20 and 5:30 am.. October 4.