The Mail-Journal, Volume 16, Number 48, Milford, Kosciusko County, 19 December 1979 — Page 1

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VOLUME 16

Leesburg students tell story What do second graders know about the true meaning of Christmas? Maybe more than we think. Dianne Lawrence asked her second graders at the Leesburg School to write a story telling how they thought the first Christmas happened and what it means to them. Some of the stories bring a chuckle. Others bring a tear to the eye. But all bring joy to the heart to realize just how aware children are of the true meaning of Christmas. The stories follow: Christmas to me — Once a long time ago there was a man named God. He had powers so great. First he made the world. He was so nice. Then he made the animals. Then man, as you know. The other parts I am going to tell you one It all began like this, there was a family. One was named Mary. The other was named Joeph. Then Mary was going to have a baby. It was not an ordinary Baby. It was the son of God. Everybody likes him, so do I. We named the birthday Christmas. By Jeff Buske, age 7 Serious Chrismas — The night Jesus was born there was excitment for everyone. Animals watched as baby Jesus cried. The wise men came to give thanks by giving gifts. That night when Jesus was born they called that Christmas. God the father of Jesus blessed all who are good. I believe in Jesus so much. If I did not have one thing to be thankful for I would not believe in Him, but I swear I love him so. If Jesus told me to spread the word 1 love you. I would. By Jeanie Allman, age 8 Christmas to me — Once a long time ago there was a boy born named Jesus. He was born in a stable because there was no room in the inn. He was born in Bethlehem. There were a lot of animals in the stable. There was a star in the sky. Three wise men followed the star and some shepherds, too. They brought presents to the baby. They wrapped the baby in swaddling clothes. Jesus means a lot to me. Like that was nice of him to heal the sick. Jesus is a very nice man. By Lyn Hartman, age 7 Christmas to me — Jesus was born in Bethlehem about two thousand years ago. There were angels around then too. Mary was him mom and Joseph was his dad. Jesus was the Son of God. I believe in Jesus too and when I get sick Jesus heals me. Angie Kaufman, age 8 Jesus birth — We celebrate Christmas because it is Jesus’ birthday. Jesus was born in a barn. He slept in a manger. The star led the three Wise Men to Jesus. The three Wise Men brought presents to Jesus. I love him. By Jimmy Bowers, age 8 Holy baby — Once upon a time there was a baby born on Christmas day. The name of that baby was Jesus. Jesus was the Son of God. Every angel gave Jesus a gift. If you were an angel what would you give him? If I were you I’d get him something very nice. I feel very happy that the Son of God was born because I love the Son of God. By Dawna Van Meter, age 7 Jesus birth — Mary and Joseph had to go to Bethlehem to have a baby. His name was Jesus. Mary and Joseph went to all of the (Continued on page 3) Holiday mail schedule set Area post offices will be operating on a holiday mail schedule Tuesday, Dec. 25 and Tuesday, Jan. 1, in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day. Postmasters at North Webster, Syracuse, Cromwell, Milford and Leesburg, stated regular residential and business deliveries and pick ups from collection boxes will not be made on those days and usual post office lobby services will not be available. Normal mail services will resume on December 26 and January 2.

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Winter carnival planned The Syracuse-Wawasee Retail Merchants division of the Chamber of Commerce met early last Friday morning to discuss plans for the up-coming Winter Carnival This year’s carnival, which will become an annual event, will be held January 12. t The Carnival will also begin the January sales by the merchants Highlighting this year’s activities will be the snowmobile events, held on January 12. However, since the lake has not frozen over as yet, the snowmobiling may have to be postponed until January 26. Area residents Dave Heckaman and John Brewer are co-chairmen for the snowmobile activities which will begin at 1 p m: and end around 4 p m. at Syracuse Park Many other activities will be centered around the snowmobile activities Children from the Syracuse Elementary School have bet'n working on the posters which will be distributed among all the merchantsto advertise the ca rni va 1 and winter sales. The Kiwanis and Lions Clubs are also involved The Kiwanis will be manning the concession at the park and the Lions will be in charge of the snow sculpture contest at the park. The University Club, a newlyformed club in Syracuse, is donating a $25 trophy and will be holding an open house on that Saturday night. ' Many local businesses have donated prizes for the snowmobile contest Barbara Meyers was in charge of soliciting prizes from the merchants. The grand prize for the snowmobile activities is a Jofuy Deere snowmobile suit valued at $l5O, donated by Plaza Manne. Another “valuable’’' prize donated by the merchants is a crated, live turkey to be given on the day of the snowmobile contest The idea for this prize come from the “Goofy Committee" comprised of Carolyn Michaels, Jeanne Gardner and Ed Harting Shoppers will be able to vote in local’stores for the “friend" they feel should receive the turkey award .Another contest being held during the Winter Carnival is a fishing contest sponsored by the Turkey Creek Conservation Club Santa’s Visit Successful Other items of interest were discussed at the meeting. The merchants felt that Santa's visit this year to Pickwick Place the Sunday»after Thanksgiving was a big success. Plans were discussed to hold Santa’s visit next year at the scout because of the large turnout this year. The board of directors approved a S3OO budget for next year's visit, according to Joe Gray. Classes for the local merchants will again be held at Wawasee High School. Jim Wogoman taught the classes last year and many of the merchants found the classes helpful Linda Crow is in charge of the classes for this year and anyone interested should contact her to reserve space in the March class. Also highlighting the meeting was election of officers for the coming year. Re-elected for 1080 were Joyce Smith, president; Margaret Freeman, vice president; and Jeanne Gardiner, secretary. Linda Crow was appointed chairwoman of the calendar committee. It is planned that the committee will announce dates for the 1980 activities at the January meeting. The merchants meet the second Friday of each month at 7:45 am. at Three Flags Restaurant.

TIME'TO LEAVE WATER RUNNING With the cold weather arriving Syracuse residents are reminded to leave water running so lines won’t freeze. Persons doing this are also reminded they should advise the clerk’s office so adjustments may be made in water bills.