The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 4, Milford, Kosciusko County, 13 February 1980 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., February 13,1980

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Unsafe — Continued from page 1) that would limit the placing of mobile homes within mobile home parks. Mrs. Treesh said she was also in favor of adopting Such an ordinance and former town attorney Rex Reed had told her Pierceton has a very well-written mobile home ordinance. Miller said he was not against mobile homes, realizing many retired persons on fixed incomes live in them and keep them in good repair. However, he also recognized some people do not maintain them properly and this lowers adjacent property values. Board trustee Bob Auer pointed out the price of conventional houses is so high many people can’t afford houses, but he also realized some people do not take care of their mobile homes. Mrs. Treesh said she would ask town attorney Tim Blue to bring a copy of Pierceton’s mobile home ordinance to the March meeting for the board to review. The board discussed hiring Eldon Chubbs as a deputy town marshal. Auer said he would like to meet Chubbs before he voted to hire him. Mrs. Treesh stated, “He’s a prince of a person,” and Auer should not have any “qualms” about hiring him. However, Town Marshal David Hobbs said he would arrange a meeting. Hobbs reported all criminal cases from 1979 have been solved and only two minor incidents for 1980 remain unsolved. “You’re doing a great job,” praised Mrs. Treesh. Hobbs also brought to r the board’s attention many drivers are running the red light at the intersection of SR 15 and Emeline Street. It was agreed to beef up patrol of the intersection during school hours. Grant Consultant Bob Murphyreported the lift station and n«w sewer system are completed and in operation, except for street resurfacing. Murphy said Phend and Brown, Inc., will probably wait until spring to resurface the street. In other business, the board accepted two bills totaling $22 from Fire Chief Bill Leemon. The bills were for purchases of a hose, nozzles and a smoke bomb used fortraining. The board also agreed to pay Clerk-Treasurer Maria Lozano 15 cents a mile to attend a meeting of the State Board of Recounts for newly-elected clerk-treasurers. The meeting of the Milford Town Board concluded at 9:10 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Milford Town Board will be March 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Milford Town Hall. Calendar — Continued from page 1) $500,000 was accepted. The board also received bids for school supplies and will be reviewed and a decision will be made at a later meeting. Also a GED test diploma for Diana Irwin was approved. She was a former student at Wawasee High School. A request on the use of the Wawasee music room for the Kiwanis men’s chorus to practice in on Sundays will be discussed at a later meeting. Arnold will be talking to members of the organization and will get back to the board. Russell Sonafrank,' English teacher at the Syracuse Junior High School, was granted a one year leave of absence from his position. Sonafrank will be attending Indiana University, Bloomington, to work on his doctor’s of education with a major in secondary education. Arnold stated Sonafrank has been . told he has not been guaranteed the exact position when and if he returns to the corporation. Arnold added he checked with the Indiana unemployment division and Sonafrank cannot claim unemployment compensation at

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this time. Other Business During the discussion on unapproved minutes Phil Payne stated there has been some misunderstandings concerning the preliminary study for construction of a new junior high school at Milford. Payne said the article which appeared in this paper last week was correct but when people were asked about the matter he received replies the corporation was going to build a new school. Payne wanted this clarified that the corporation has authorized Brown to proceed with the preliminary study for construction of a new junior high. In other business the board approved a supplimentary teaching contract for Mrs. Kay Meditch. She is the instructor for the GED classes in connection with adult education. The contract would be for the second semester. Arnold gave the board a report on the semester enrollment for the corporation. In the report there was a 49 student drop at the end of the semester, due to semester graduates. He also stated that as of yesterday (Tuesday) there was a 9.8 per cent absenteeism corporation wise, from the flu sickness. The board approved the advertising for custodial supplies during February and the bids will be opened at the March 11 meeting at7 p.m. There will be a meeting of the school board on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m. with Kenneth Brown, of Everett I. Brown. The special meeting will be to approve final plans on construction as related to energy control and handicapped persons. There will also be a special meeting on March 25 at 4 p.m. to receive bids for construction. Table til'Bl — Continued from page 1) participation?" Answers to these questions were given by Arnold. Concerning the girls’ sports Arnold' stated there has been no consideration of combining the teams but added there have been at times, corporation "teams such as swimming, cross country and wrestling teams at the junior high level. In reply to the question on the athletic director being present, Arnold said the steering committee is made up of seven people, including Arnold. Carl Meditch, athletic director, is in the hospital and his assistant was supervising a basketball game. However, Henry Smith, high school principal and member of the steering committee, was present. Arnold commented there are adequate football fields at every junior high school and practices are held on a regular basis, but the practice schedules are not scheduled at the high school, to Arnold’s knowledge. He continued to say he has seen Hal Traviolia, high school football coach, at junior high football games. Concerning the encouragement of parents’ participation in the junior high sports, Arnold commented that at the sixth grade basketball level, the girls have limited ability. In order to avoid embarrassment from spectators, those games are played during the physical education classes, if the game is against a school within the corporation. He added the times which the games are played during a class time they normally do not permit visitors. “We try not to discourage them from participating,” remarked Arnold. Troup’s Statement “I have heard statements and rumors in the past about students being demoralized at the freshman level, this coming from their junior high experiences. By making the proposed changes it

will help the high school football program. The record shows that the junior high program record (combining the three schools) is bringing forth a 500 season. The high school program is falling well below the level — in fact — 19 in the last two years and the. forecast is for a 1-9 again this coming season. “I think the board should take a broad look at the facts and instead of changing the junior high program look higher up. Myself and many others, feel that the athletic steering committee is nothing more than a rubber stamp operation. Who would cut their own throat by turning down so called, well thought out proposals? “Many of these decisions affect things like bussing students to practices and to games. Will games be scheduled so parents can attened? Well Other students have to be bussed to games? There is enough of this going on at the high school level without the added pressure of winning or losing. “I also wonder about the length of the football season. I un- - derstand there is not even one week ifetween the end of football and the start of basketball. I think a student should be able to decide after leaving junior high which sport to participate in after having a chance to compete in sports at the junior high level. I again wonder about winning pressure at junior high level. I feel losing builds as much character as winning. “I think the football coach coming to the schools arid talking with the junior high coaches and students and telling them what he wants them to work on is maybe the best way to go about this. “I have an idea that the board could possibly consider. I would suggest two persons from each involved community would sit on the athletic steering committee. Maybe some of these things that affect so many of us could be worked out.” Other discussions from the floor included an explanation why the schools within the corporation do not play against each other in sports anymore. Arnold again stated it has been the request of the head basketball coach and football coach to eliminate the feeling of animosity before the students enter the high school. Mrs. Jim Redslob read a statement in reference to another article published in another newspaper, where Arnold said the fact that coaches at this level have demoralized the players and thus the boys do not continue in this sport. Arnold’s reply was he has never made that statement and “I don’t know of any child who has been defnoralized.” Mrs. Wolferman remarked the junior high seems to have a winning program, there seems to be a gap between the junior high and high school and there has to be something else there. “I don’t think the students being tired has anything to do with it. Jim Redslob made a statement concerning his findings about the number of boys competing in the junior high levels and the high school levels. His remarks appear as a letter to the editor. Following the regular board meeting the school board met in an executive session. Troup asked Bill Little to read some questions along with his statement during this session. The questions and statements follow: Do we need more school board members? Does Don Arnold need more help? Why should he have to answer all questions? It seems within a corporation as large as ours, an estimated value of 80 million, we should have 4a broader avenue of responsibility. I know the board works very hard, sometimes three or four nights a week on school business, everything from building maintenance to how students are disciplined, bids on supplies and getting the needed revenue.

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It seems we have ample administration at the school but the responsibility goes directly to a point — not spread out like it should be. Bigger is not always better! We can see this every day in our state and federal government. I would encourage all parents and taxpayers to take a more active part in our school by at- , tending meetings, talking to school board members and our superintendent. We can’t expect our board members to take an opinion poll every time a decision is being made. I don’t have the answer but I’m sure if we all work together it will get done, hoping for a better educated student, which is after all what we all want. Brown entertains Milford Seniors Doug Brown entertained members of the Milford Senior Citizens organization when they met Sunday in the fire station. Brown played guitar and sang. A total of 25 persons enjoyed the carry-in dinner. Tables were decorated with valentines. Darrell Orn gave the table grace. Get well cards were signed. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Fay Hollar. “Happy Anniversary" was sung to Mr. and Mrs. William Motts and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wantz. Marian Snyder accompanied at the piano. Amanda Davisson announced the county conference will be held on March 15. also the senior citizens are looking for a queen to represent Milford in the county contest in May. The next meeting will be March 9. Busy Homemakers meet at Charltons The Busy Homemakers Club of Milford met February 8 in the home of Mrs. Fraijji Charlton. Anna tripe was co-hostess. President Mrs. Glen Pinkerton opened the meeting and the 119th Psalm was read by Anna Cripe for meditation. “Let me call you Sweetheart” and “In my Heart There Rings a Melody” were led by Mrs. Vernon May. ‘The health and safety lesson was given by Mrs. May. She also gave the garden lesson on care of house plants. Mrs. Pinkerton gave the lesson on postal rules and stamps. Seven members answered roll call with cherry recipes. There will be a seed and bulb exchange at the March meeting. During the social hour letters were read front Mrs. A. D. Wilson and Mrs. Evadean Overholser in Florida. Mrs. Charlton and Mrs. Cripe served strawberry cake, candy, nuts and coffee. Napkins featured Valentine designs. Mrs. Ralph Neff won the door prize. The next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Paul Schermerhorn.

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Healthy eating habits

By PATRICIA M. RATHBUN Extension Agent, Home Ec Dimpled cheeks with feet and fingers may endear a child to some people, but recent studies in nutrition have shown they can mean trouble ahead for the child himself. “Baby fat” does not automatically disappear when a child grows older. If he is accustomed to eating a lot of food, or the wrong kinds of food, he will continue to do so as an adult. Obesity is often associated with diabetes, ortherosclerosis and other degenerative diseases. Many children seem to enjoy small, frequent feedings rather than three large meals a day. Mid-morning, afternoon, and evening snacks need to contribute other nutrients in addition to calories for energy. A piece of cheese or a glass of milk at this time provides important amounts of calcium, protein and riboflavin, as well as calories for energy needs. Strips of cooked meat, peanut butter and bread, pieces of hard cooked egg, fruit and vegetable slices or juices, whole grain breads and cereals are a few other snack suggestions. Children learn by imitating those around them and eating habits are no exception. The influence of television is apparent in one study in which parents reported which foods their children specifically asked for in the store. Number one on the list was sugar coated cereals, second was candy. Parents who are concerned about their child’s health can refuse to buy these foods with “empty calories” and provide a good example by choosing wholesome, nutrition packed foods. A variety of fbods from the Basic Four Food Groups will provide essential nutrients. A rule of thumb for serving size is about one tablespoon of food for each year of life. Processed foods, although convenient, often contain large amounts of fat, sugar and or salt. Excessive consumption of fat and sugar can lead to obesity or reduce the intake of foods providing nutrients needed by the body. Excessive salt consumption could later precipitate hypertension in individuals susceptible to this disease. Read the ingredient label of processed foods such as breakfast squares, highly refined cereals, baked goods to see if fat or sugar is listed as the first or second ingredient indicating that fat ==-_ 1 * * Thomas Jefferson sold his 10,000 books to the U.S. government to replace the collection burned by the British. The books became the nucleus of today's of Congress.

and or sugar are present in greatest amounts. Choose a natural unsugared cereal grain such as oatmeal, shredded wheat, cream of wheat, and others. Limit the amounts of Laked foods and pastries you purchase. Canned soups, main dish additions such as meat helpers or seasonings, frozen main dishes, potato chips, and other nibbiers often have a high salt content. It is easier to acquire! a taste for salt, sugar and or fat than to try to change the taste for them A child’s eating habits are learned so it is important for those who feed him to teach the value of nutritious food. The patterns learned early in life effect the health and well-being of the adult he will become. If you would like to learn more about your child, the newsletter program “Chat’s About Children” is for you. “Chat’s About Children’’ provides parents with information about their children in the areas of foods and nutrition, clothing, growth and development and playtime activities. If interested, contact the Kosciusko County Extension Office, 1779 N. Detroit Street, Warsaw. It’s FREE. Aggression Cookies 3 c. oatmeal U 2 c. brown sugar 14 c. flour 14 c. butter, slightly softened 14 tsp. baking powder Dump all ingredients into a large bowl. Mash it. Knead it. Pound it. The longer and harder the dough is mixed, the better it tastes. Roll dough into small balls and place on cookie sheet. Bake at 350°F, 10-12 minutes.

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Scerita Melendez, Joe Estep elected to head Kosciusko OES

Election of officers for the ensuing year was held by Kosciusko Chapter 160, Order of the Eastern Star meeting. Milford, on February 6. Mr. and Mrs. Alan Brunjes presided over the meeting. Elected were: Worthy Matron — Scerita Melendez Worthy Patron — Joe O. Estep Associate Matron — Cheryl Brunjes Associate Patron — Alan Brunjes Secretary — Gertrude Ritter Treasurer — Wilma Ruch Conductress; — Marjorie Coy Associate conductress — Lois Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wantz, past matron and patron of the New Castle chapter number 116were presented honary mem-

Beer Realty joins ERA

Beer Realty of Syracuse recently joined Electronic Realty Associates (ERA). “It’s the first national franchise that has the capabilities of national multiple listing service electronically,” explained Phil Beer, owner and broker of Beer Realty. As an ERA member. Beer Realty has a computer device that transfers and receives photos and information on properties anywhere in the United States, including Hawaii and AlaslA within six minutes. He feeds information on properties in the Lakeland area into the computer, which goes Woodburning stoves are cause of fires Syracuse Firemen answered two calls this week involving wood burning stoves. On Saturday, Feb. 9, the fire department was called to Kanata Manayuk Addition of Lake Wawasee when a fire was reported by Mrs. Don Reynolds. The fire was contained to the upstairs where a woodburning stove had been vented incorrectly and fire ignited fiberboard on the outside of the house. The fire was out when firemen arrived. K A' fire was also already extinguished when firemen arrived at the Duane Wiggs’ residence on Defrees Road, south of Dewart Lake. Again the pipe from the woodburning stove had not been properly installed. "The strongest man is the one who stands most alone."

berships by the worthy matron and patron. Announcements of upcoming dates were made to members. These dates included, March 6, at 7:30 p.m., installation practice; March 8, at 8 p.m. installation of officers by invitation; and March 14 Weematah Club Past Matrons, district .a) will meet at the Milford Masonic Temple at 12 noon for a carry-in dinner. - Decorations in the chapter and social room were in the Valentine theme. The refreshments were also kept with Valentine’s Day and were served by the social committee, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Books and Mr. and Mrs. » Leonard Kline. The next meeting will be March 5, at 7:30 'p.m. when yearly reports will be given.

into a data bank in Kansas City, and the information is made available to 4,500 ERA offices throuhout the country. For example, explains Beef, if a person wants to buy a house in a distant city, the buyer tells him about how many rooms are wanted, what kind of neigh- j borhood, the price the buyer is willing to pay and any other features the buyer is interested in. Beer then puts the information into the computer and, within six minutes, the buyer will have photos and information on houses in that city that come closest to the desired kind of property. Beer said the computer is "a real benefit” to sellers, because their property is made available to buyers all over the United States and not just in their local area. “The seller’s house is exposed nationally,” he explained. He pointed out 40 per cent of all. buyers are from out of town. The Syracuse real estate broker said all ERA houses are sold under a three-year warranty on all working parts such as plumbing, fumance, electrical wiring, appliance, etc. During the three-year warranty, ERA will replace any defective part within 48 hours. According to Beer, Beer Realty sales persons are undergoing a one week, or 40-hour, training course to learn how to operate the computer and serve ERA customers. Beer Realty, who has the only ERA franchise in l the Syracuse-Goshen area, will be changing its logo colors from green to the ERA blue. Beer concluded, “The ERA franchise operates on the same idea behind the McDonald’s theory: the hamburger you buy in Florida is the same hamburger you buy in Nappanee. "