The Mail-Journal, Volume 16, Number 24, Milford, Kosciusko County, 4 July 1979 — Page 9

North Webster News By MARY LEI= WILLMAN

Romance isn't dead yet!

Romance isn't dead yet as < an be illustrated by the follow ng true story: A young lady accompanied ler parents on a recent 1,290 n ile vacation trip to visit relati es near North Webster The fan illy was going to be gone about 10 days. ’ ' On the sixth day of their vacation the young lady’s boyfriend called hes long distance and proposed. She s aid “yes.” The young man left his h< me immediately and traveled the entire 1,200 miles with only,two hours sleep. Upon arriving in the Lakeland area he went straight to a flower shop and purchase! an enormous bouquet of fiesh flowers. He presented them t< the

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young lady and then promptly took her to a jewelry store where an engagement ring was selected. The young lady is keeping her left hand in plain view and the young man can t qu it smiling: We all hope they will live happily ever after. Betty Low SJiock entertains Vor Efficient Chib L, nda Stookey led group sinking for the June meeting of Efficient Homemakers Club. The ladies met recently in the home of Betty Lou Shock. She was assisted bv Evelyn Bowser.

Devotions were given by Hannah Payne. She read an article entitled. “Human Relations” and a poem, “I'm Going Fishing With My Dad”Roll call response was. “An irritating habit I have.” Verna Linemood was welcomed as a new member Reports were given by: Noma Sliger, garden remarks; Della Helvey, citizenship and Vera Ziircher, cultural arts. The lesson concerning, “Home Protection” was given by Mrs. Stookey. New officers were installed by Phyllis Matz. They are: Doris Wall — president Mrs. Zurcher — vice president Janet Minton — secretary

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PAULINE GUNKEL was hostess for the June 27 meeting of Tippecanoe Township Hobby, Club. Kathleen Weghorst demonstrated how to make button and bead necklaces. A sack lunch was enjoyed at • noon. The hostess served homemade coconut cream pie for dessert. Phyllis Borman was a guest. —o— THE WARNER Southern Singers presented a program of music on July 1 following the evening worship service at North Webster Church of God. -o— IN THE hospital - Fred Menzie, Lutheran, Fort Wayne; Frances Smith, Parkview, Fort Wayne; Joe Reynolds, Jr., Saint Joseph’s Hospital South Bend; Travis Reiff, Whitley County Hospital, Columbia City' and Arvilla Lawshe, KCEj. —O'KATHY KOENIGSHOF was guest of honor at a bridal shower held June 25. jn the home of Judy Harris. Other hostesses were Theresa Phipps and Pat Malaska.

Betty Gangor — treasurer Guests present were Ruth Shepherd, Caroline Schoettmer and Carey Ann Schoettmer. Margaret Teghtmeyer will be hostess for the July meeting. Gail Martin hostess for Golden Aprils Gail Martin was hostess for the June 26 meeting of Golden April Extension Homemakers Club. The meeting was opened by Jane Demske, president, who led everyone in repeating the club

Refreshments were served from a table highlighted with large white wedding bells and a cake decorated in shades of pink, yellow and green. There were approximately 20guests present. Miss Koenigshof and John Sullivan were married June 30 at Fellowship Baptist Church. Warsaw. —o— • MEMBERS OF Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority have no meeting planned for July and August. —o— ON FATHER’S Day members of Efficient Homemakers Club and their husbands attended Worship In The Round at the Wagon Wheel Playhouse, Warsaw. —o— SEEN PAINTED on the back of a septic tank cleaning truck, “We’re #1 In The #2 Business.” —o— SENIOR CITIZENS will meet July 11 at North Webster Church Os God. —o— ESTHER CIRCLE members will meet July 11 in the fellowship

creed and the pledge to the American Flag. Nancy Barker led group singing. Mrs. Martin gave devotions. She read two poems. Roll call response was. “A summer activity 1 want to do.” Report sw ere given by Marlane Baker, garden remarks; Mrs. Demske, citizenship and Carol Robbins, health and safety. During the cultural arts session a group discussion was held con ceming the death of Vernon Presley. Newly elected officers were installed fey Mrs. Robbins. They are: Mrs. Martin — president * Mrs Barker — vice president Pat Crawford — secretary

room at North Webster United Methodist Church. —o — SHIRLEY SMITH. Ruth Boyer and Mary Lee Willman were Friday luncheon guests in the home of Virginia Miner and Wilma Scott, Warsaw. -oTHE 63RD Kosciusko County Fair opens July 30 at 7 p.m. Special events planned for July 29 are the 4-H Dog Show at 1:00 p.m.. 4-H Cat Show at 4 p.m and a gospel sing from 6 until 9:30 p.m. —o— A SURPRISE pink and blue shower was held June 26 for Mrs. Jane Demske, retiring president of Golden April Club. The surprise party took place immediately following the club's regular monthly meeting. She was presented with baby gifts. Games were played and refreshments.served. The event was held at the home of Gail Martin. —o— RESIDENTS IN the Backwater area recently reported seeing strange lights in the sky just before a barn quickly and mysteriously burned to the ground. —o— A COVERED dish luncheon is being planned by members of Lydia Circle. It will be held at 12 noon, July 10, in the dining room at North Webster United Methodist Church. —o— MEMBERS OF the Missions committee will meet at 7:30 p.m. July 10, at North Webster Church of God. -oMR. AND Mrs. Doug Bowser. Mr. and Mrs. Junior Keppen and Rayetta Clayton returned horpe on June 22 from a two week mission work trip to Guatamala. According to Mrs. Bowser they had no problems or difficulties while in Guatamala. They were delayed four hours at the Guatamala City airport for reasons unknown. The plane landed in Mexico and the passengers were ordered to disembark. They waited seven houjrs while mechanical repairs were made on the plane. According to Mrs. Bowser, “It was rather nerve wracking because we knew one of the plane passengers was a relative of a highly placed government offficial who had been assassinated.” Mrs. Bowser also commented on how warm and friendly the Guatamalan people are and the beauty of the country. —o— MR. AND Mrs. Howard Koenigshof were hosts for a wedding rehearsal dinner party held June 29 at a local restaurant. Guests of honor were Kathy Koenigshof and John Sullivan who were married June 30 at Fellowship Baptist Church, Warsaw. MONEY SAVING TIP: To avoid snagging and possible damage to your clothing when washing, dose zippers, fasten hooks and eyes, and turp the garment, inside out.

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Gloria Brubaker — treasurer A short officer's training session was held. Mrs. Demske presented Mrs. Martin, incoming president, with a charm containing the club emblem. The group presented Mrs. Demske, outgoing president, with a gift. Several members received gifts from their secret pals. It was announced that a family picnic is scheduled for July 29 at the Pierceton Park. Refreshments were served by thehostess FINALIST — Sandra Kay Koenigshof. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Koenigshof. r 1 Pierceton, is a finalist in the 1979 Indiana Miss Teen USA Pageant being held July 6. 7 and X at Indianapolis. Contestants range in age from 14 to IX years and must carry a “B” average or better in school. They are also required to become involved in community activities and volunteer at least 12 hours of time to some worthwhile charity or civic work. Judging will be based on and ? civicachievement. poise, personality and beauty. There will be no swimsuit competition. Miss Koenigshof has chosen to give a patriotic talent presentation. She will be judged on performance and originality. The Pageant will be held in the Auditorium at North-Central High School. Indianapolis. All related Pageant activities will lie held at the Sheraton-West, Indianapolis. Besides attending the Miss Teen USA finals, to be held in November at Albuquerque, N.M.. each state winner will receive a SSOO scholarship to the school of her choice and a selfimprovement course. Trophies will be awarded to the five top contestants: Miss Congeniality . Miss (Photogenic and winners of the speech and talent portions of the Pageant. Miss Koenigshof is being sponsored by Staton Lake Development. She is a senior student at W'awasee High School. Her hobbies include: sewing, horseback riding, music, tennis and water skiing. Complaints received Complaints have been received at The Mail-Journal and area police agencies by annoyed citizens who claim they have been approached by “Moonies. Cristy Hackleman. North Webster, was quite upset because she felt the young woman who offered her merchandise in exchange for a monetary donation misrepresented herself. According to Mrs. Hackleman. “She said she was collecting for Christian missionary work. She was about 20 years old, had dark hair and stood approximately five feet, three inches tall. She seemed so sincere and I felt sorry for her. “After I had given her some money I started asking more questions. It was then that she said she was collecting for the Unification Church. “I wanted to know why she didn’t tell me that in the first place.” The young woman did not offer to return the money. Mrs. Hackleman continued. “When she left the office (where I work) I watched where she went. Someone picked her up in a white compact station wagon. It looked like the back of it was loaded with merchandise.” . “I just want people to be aware and be careful not to give money to someone and then wish they hadn’t,” said Mrs. Hackleman.

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Tippy officers, committees announced Catherine Bause, president, has announced the names of new officers and committee members for Tippecanoe Township Extension Homemakers Club. They are: Clar Brodrick — vice president June Miller — secretary Dorothea Kurth — treasurer . Ruth Mickley and Mary Lee Willman —publicity Lucile Hobell — chorister Mabie Gee — pianist Ida Hart — Garden leader Mrs. Hobell — health and safety Dorothy Thornburg — citizenship Joe Henry — cultural arts Others are: Christmas bazaar — Betty Hinton, chairman; Mrs. Hart. Mrs. Thornburg. Mrs. Kurth and Pauline Gunkel Activities and trips —. Mrs. Brodrick. chairman: 'Mrs Kurth and Harriett Hidy Cards and flowers — Mrs Willman Auditing — Kay Wilson and Mrs. Hidy County fair — Mrs. Brodrick. chairman; Mrs. Hidy, Mrs Henry. Mrs. Hobell and Mrs Wilson Charity - Harriett William son, chairman; Mrs. Willman. Mrs. Mickley and Sadie Reynolds ’ Telephone — Martha Kussmaul, chairman; Goldie Hunnicutt. Opal Esch and Mrs Hobell Members assigned to county committees are Mrs. Bause. chairman; ’Mrs. Hunnicutt. Christmas bazaar; Mrs Brodrick. chairman, cultural arts; Mrs. Thornburg, educational; Mrs. Kurth, fair comr&ttee; Mrs. Hidy. fall luncheon; Mrs. Williamson, program planning; Mrs. Kurth, chairman; Mrs. Bause. women s building improvement; Mrs. Kurth and Mrs. Brodrick. Elko Women’s Camp. Rural Neighbors tour home Devotions were given by Mrs Rufus Miner during the June 27 meeting of Rural Neighbors Extension Homemakers Club Her topic was, “Part Os God’s Plan ” The ladies met in the home of Mrs. Fred Breyer Before the meeting the ladies were taken on a tour of the Breyer home. Each room of the home is constructed from a variety of native hardwoods cut from trees on the Breyer property. Roll call response was. “My

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Plans for July 4th.” The health and safety lesson was presented by Amy Stump Garden remarks were discussed by Mrs Sylvian Stump and Mrs Breyer gave the cultural arts lesson Mrs Jerry Erush gave two lessons. “The Big Put On” and “Cosmetics and You.” ■ During the business session plans were made for a theater party on July 25 and a picnic on August 29 The picnic will be held at the Pierceton Park • New officers were installed by ‘ Mrs. John Camden They are: Mrs Frush — -president Mrs. Jack Camden —- vice president Mrs Breyer — secretary I Carol Anders — treasurer Guests present were Mrs Walter Werre and Maxiene Williamson The door prizes were * presented to Mrs Miner and Mrs Jack Camden -NW , Two fires on Monday The Syracuse Fire Department responded to two fire calls on Monday. June 25 Both fires were north of Syracuse. The first call was reported by 11 Michael Wood at 2:51 p in when two young boys,: ages five and seven, were playing with a” cigarette lighter and fuel soaked cattails and ignited dry grass The fire was at 72643 UR 29. Tjhe ambulance was called to the scene when tihe five-year-old burned his right lower leg. He was transported to .Goshen Hospital for treatment. Later that day. at 6~2H p.m.. the fiH0 department responded to a ear fire in front of Commodore Corp.. SR 13 north of Syracuse The car was owned by Tim Stidhams. Firemen report the carburetor backfired after gas was • poured into the carburetor to restart the auto Stidhams told the firemen the 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix ran out-of gas and wouldn't start. Damage to the , auto was listed at s4o(i "If we would possess, we must not claim." Kahlil Gibran QILLANDER INSURANCE All Forms Os Personal And Business Insurance 155 W. Market Phone 773-4103 Nappanee

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