The Mail-Journal, Volume 16, Number 49, Milford, Kosciusko County, 26 December 1979 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL—Wed., December 26,1979

Solar heat — an alternative to OPEC

As OPEC continues to increase their rates on oil, a number of people have turned to solar heating instead of the conventional way of heating. Carroll Parmerlee, area distributor for Solar Pak II stated that the interest in solar heat is increasing with each passing day and he pointed out that this type of solar heating system is the type that any do-it-yourselfer can easily instil. The package consists of an inflatable collector, flexible connecting ducts, hardware and the Solar Pak air handling unit which is an easily installed window unit He further remarked that “until recently most solar heating systems have been installed in homes built expressly to accomodate that method of heating, or a costly remodeling project has been necessary to incorporate a solar heating system in an existing structure. Solar Pak, he stated, is portable and can be stored away and out of sight in the warm months. The system is a supplement to present heating systems, much, the same as a wood burning stove, but unlike the stove which requires a goodly amount bf interior floor space and is accompanied by dirt and several hazards. Solar Pak II was invented by energy explorer Lance Crombie of Minnesota. Crombie has a PhD in biochemistry and. the story goes, he got [sick of paying ridiculous heating bills for several winters. 1 so he went out to his garage and invented the first inflatable solar energy unit. It is currently covered by 16 patents. A study conducted over the last 30 winters by the National Weather Service revealed that, in any given winter, the sun shines all or part of 50 per cent of the days. Therefore. it is a reasonable calculation that, with Solar Pak 11. one may save a minimum of 20 per cent on heating expenses. “Solar energy is the only source of energy that, will never be depleted,” notes Parmerlee. “and it is free!” The cost of Solar Pak II is about the same as the price of a major household appliance. What’s more, the government grants a 30 per cent tax credit on it and chances are very good that an increase to 50 per cent will be forthcoming in the near future. The uses for Solar Pak II are almost endless. In addition to homes; farm buildings, construction sites, warehouses, sheds and places of business are but a few of the applications for this solar system. The collector, which resembles a water bed. is moun-

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3 break-ins at Syracuse

Three break-ins occurred in Syracuse over the week end. Two Syracuse cases were robbed early Saturday morning. Thieves took to pounds of hamburger from the Syracuse Case. 201 S. Huntington Street. They gained entry by breaking a window in the back of the case and exited through the back door. Burglars also broke out a back glass to gain entry to Hartman's Coffee Shop, also located on South Huntington Street- It is only four blocks from the Syracuse Case. Missing from Hartman's was a small amount of change arid several belt buckles. Investigating both break-ins was Syracuse Deputy Dan Gallmeier.

and others for your heating comforts. join the growing throng of Americans who are turning to solar energy for heat.” Parmerlee suggests. “And Solar Pak Il is the inexpensive, easy way to do it.”

Police theorize that the two break-ins are related. Late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, burglars broke into the Star Store. SR 13S and stole approximately sls in change. The thieves gained entry by breaking a small side window. Police do not believe that this incident was related to the other two.

Jackson club holds Christmas pot luck

Mrs. Wilma Walgamuth was hostess to the Jackson Township Extension Homemakers Club on Wednesday. Dec. 19. President Violet Bet ten conducted the meeting which opened at 11 a m. with the pledges to the American and Christian flags, repeating the creed and singing "America, the Beautiful" and the Christmas hymn. “Silent Night.” She also gave devotions and Lucille Koontz gave a Christmas prayer., written by Robert Louis Stevenson. Lucille Kinzie assisted the hostess in serving a pot luck dinner to 14 members and two men present. Roll call was answered by telling Christmas plans. Greetings from three members who are in Florida were brought to the club members. In turn, the members present signed cards to be sent to four members in Florida and one. Gladys Koontz, who is ill. in Indianapolis. The president reported on the President’s Council that she had attended.

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It happened ... in Syracuse

1 YEAR AGO. JAN. 3,1979 The Wawasee Motel, located in Wawasee Village, south of Syracuse, has been sold. Owners David and Carolyn Smith have sold the 15-unit motel to Bill and Jane Musser of 1205 East Marion Street, Nappanee, and the new owners took possession on Monday, Jan 1. As of midnight, December 31, Louis Mediano assumed his new duties as sergeant of the Syracuse Police Department. He took over the head position vacated by former Town Marshal Ron Robinson. Robyn Watkins, r 2, returned this week from California where she joined the Frank Gonzales Freedom Sound evangelistic group of Elkhart for its Christmas Crusade at the Maze Blvd. Christian Church. Modesto. California. The Calvary United Methodist Church at Syracuse was the setting for the December 9 wedding uniting Diane Lynch, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Mclntry of Mishawaka, and Jay H. Traster, son of Mrs. Paralee Traster and the late Fred J. Traster, 613 South Front Street. Syracuse. 5 YEARS AGO. JAN. 1.1975 Mr. and Mrs. Guy W. Fisher are residing at r 2 Syracuse.

From the Syracuse police bj otter

The following information was taken from the files of the Syracuse Police Department December 19 2:02 p.m — Elementary School they have small boy in their office who wandered onto playground when the kindergartners were playing 2:04 p.m. — Elementary School, reference above, believe boy’s name is Neil ■ 3:41 p.m. — Man reference kids playing on bikes on thin ice at dam 5:28 p.m. — Man reference County Court call December 20 7:10 a m. — Man reference property damage accident, his vehicle only 2:58 p.m. — Woman picked up

She mentioned the repairs and improvements to the Women's Building, the fashion show that is coming in the spring and the Chiistmas bazaar that was held in November this year and will be held in November 1980. Freeda Tucker conducted a program planning session in which six lesson topics were suggested for the coming year The program of the day was a contribution from each one concerning Christmas. All agreed it was a day for family togetherness and commemoration of the Christ Child's birth An auction of white elephant gifts was held at the close of the meeting.

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SANTA CLAUS VISIT — Santa Claus recently visited the children at the Lakeland Day Care Center. Telling Santa all the things she wanted for Christmas is Kari Ann Konopinsky. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Konopinsky. r 1. Syracuse.

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following their December 2 wedding at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church north of Syracuse. ‘ Navy Fireman Clark C. Conley 111. son of Mrs. Danny L. Evers, 113 S. Lake Street, graduated from recruit training at the Navy Training Center, Orlando. Florida recently. Syracuse Town Board of Trustees met at Town Hall in special session last evening to take care of the year’s end business. They decided that Darrell Grisamer would remain as Acting Town Board President for the coming year. John C. Hagen has announced plans to open a law office in the Huntington Building in Syracuse on January 6 with his wife, one of the top legal secretaries in the state, assisting him 10 YEARS AGO. J AN. 7.1970 Dr. Jack P. Clark. Syracuse physician, was elected secretary of the Goshen Hospital for 1970. Plans for the second CatholicProtestant Unity Service will be completed this Sunday. January 11 at a meeting of the representative of the cooperating churches to be held at Calvary United Mehtodist Church. One of the busiest places imaginable has been the Syracuse Auto License Branch as

Scout Cabin key 4:44 p.m. — Dana Corp, advised of fire, use west gate at east end of building 4:46 p.m. — Dana advises fire out 4:55 pm. — Frog advises they want vehicle moved December 21 10 a m — Subject on station reference title check 10:22 a m. — Advises a lot of smoke coming from Sea Nymph 10:34 a m. — Woman reports she was stopped the other day and was to fix some things on her car She called to advise she has done so. 1:28 p.m. — United Telephone System advises horses running loose on US 6 and CR 29 December 22 4:53 a.m. — Woman advises of prowler, gave to Kosciusko County 11:53 a m. — Lady advises she overheard subject talking about getting even with someone. The subject doing talking did have revolver of some kind. Southbound on SR 13 3:30 p.m. — Call Frog to advise they move vehicles or they will be towed 5:31 p.m. — Party advises vehicle sitting two miles south of town on west side of road, will get it moved as soon as possible 5:47 p.m. — Man advises of blow out on boat trailer. Sitting on SR 13 in south bound lane December 23 12:15 p.m. — Subject on station reference dog case from last week 12:31 p.m. — Lady from Milford reference Kosciusko County 3:44 p.m. — Pacer reference man with check 4:06 p.m. — Lady has stray cat 9:58 p.m. — Subject on station

motorists rush to buy theif 1970 plates. The Wawasee Warriors are coming up with a good season. They are scheduled to play in the Warsaw Sectional Tournament February 28. Practically one-third of the students at Wawasee Preparatory made the honor roll for the first semester grading period. 20 YEARS AGO. JAN. 7. 1960 Mrs. Catherine Beck,, a lifelong resident of the Syracuse community, celebrated her 96th birthday Sunday afternoon at an open house for members of her family and friends. Forty-six members greeted Mrs. Beck in her home where she has lived since January 19.1864. Mrs. B.P. Ridgeway returned Sunday from Bellfontaine, Ohio where she visited her parents. Mrs. T.J. Brower, and her sister. Mrs. Carl Dorsey and family. Syracuse Public Library received during 1959. $10,520.19 in taxes and S4OO in fines and fees. A tea to honor Camp Fire Girls in Syracuse and Mrs. E.L. Fosbrink who’s contributing so much of her time for the education program will be held at Wa-Na-Ton-O-Ki Camp Fire group Sunday, January 31 at the home of Mrs. Albert Bauer, 118 N. Lake St. at 4 p.m.

reports he hit a deer near SR 13 and CR 900 N December 24 8:04 a m. -*• Mari reports man by Sea Nymph stuck in mud 9:56 a m. — People looking for black cat with white spot on stomach near Seminary Area, please call if found 11:09a.m. — Wrong number U:22.a.m — Woman wants to know if trash will be picked up today 1:36 p.m - Man from Turtle Bay requests officer check park for dark blue or black Firebird that has been racing through park December 25 7:25 a m. - Any gas stations open today. Advise unknown, might try Pacer after 8 a .m. 10:31 a m. — Subject at Enchanted Hills reports stray Doberman in doghouse 11:38 a m — Man reports missing large English sheepdog, black and white 11:49 a m. — Any gas stations open today 1 ’ Advise negative 4:44 p.m. — Any gas stations open today? Advise negative Be a friend then a host If you’re planning a party to say farewell to the 70 s and greet the 80’s, the AAA-Chicago Motor Club recommends that you be “first a friend, then a host." The club offers these suggestions for year-end partygivers First, if you're serving alcoholic beverages, greet your guests with a drink of moderate proportions. Thereafter, let the guests mix their own drinks They'll probably make the drinks weaker and less often than you would. Second, provide an attractive array of non-alcoholic or lightlyspirited punches along with a buffet Emphasize a variety of dips, snacks and hot dishes rather than an elaborate bar. Get your friends involved in a game so they'll forget about the .next drink and midway through the party begin de-emphasizing drinks and serve filling foods. About an hour before the guests are due to leave, serve a rich dessert and coffee or tea. Contrary to popular belief, coffee or tea won’t sober up anyone, but they're good substitutes for that final "one for the road." Finally, if a guest insists on overimbibing, arrange for him or her to ride home with a sober friend, call a taxi or offer to put that person up for the night. Statistics indicate that nearly half of all highway traffic fatalities involve the consumption erf alcoholic beverages. The most deadly hours for drinking drivers are between 9 p.m. and 2 a m.

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Driver arrested following accident

Charles E. Vest. 20. r 2 box 118 North Webster was arrested following a two car accident. Friday. Dec. 21. at 12:21 p m The accident occurred on SR 13 in front of Augsburger’s Super Valu. Syracuse Vest was charged with driving while intoxicated and cited lor reckless operation, according to William Selvey. Syracuse Police officer Police report Vest was traveling south on SR 13 and

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crossed the center line, sideswipping a car operated by Carla K. Alvey. 27, r 1 Warsaw, who was northbound on SR 13. She was transported to Goshen Hospital after complaining of pain in her right shoulder A passenger in Vest’s auto. Derk Greider. 17. r 1 Pierceton was uninjured Police estimated S4OO damage to Vest’s auto and $1,500 damage to Alvey's auto Also assisting in the investigation was Syracuse Police Officer Steve Knispel