The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 26, Milford, Kosciusko County, 16 July 1980 — Page 2

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., July 16,1980

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Differences — (Continued from page 1) park "down there is just like any other organization. The same night as the budget meeting in here, I read a letter from the fireworks committee asking to use the park, but you didn’t ask for it for the chicken barbeque, you just put it in the paper what you were doing.” Schumm, who has never been on the park board prior to this year, stated he felt the power was given to them to do what they saw fit at the parks. “I’m not making anything off of this.” The cost of paying for the crane used for cleaning the beach was questioned and it was said most of the cost for the crane would be taken out of the budget and the rest of the fee was being donated. Attending board meetings was brought up by Myrick who commented if Schumm came to more board meetings he would know all these things. Myrick added, the couple of times he (Schumm) has been at the board meeting he was given the opportunity to bring up park business. ‘ , Jean Rogers, merchant and resident, asked what the park board’s purpose was as a board? She stated it seemed to her Schumm went through the right channels as far as he could. She also asked Myrick if statements made in this paper last week were said by him. He remarked, “I’m not going to sit here and answer questions ... I voiced my opinions.” Schumm also brought up the meeting with consultant Robert Murphy sometime ago when some of the plans by the park board grant were discussed. He stated again he would step down at that time if the board wanted him to. Clerk-treasurer Cynthia Fry wanted to explain the $2,000 requested in the budget for park equipment. This was reduced to SI,OOO by the board. She stated the main reason for the cut was because of the frozen tax levy. Schumm replied he and the park board felt that even if the town had the $2,000 they wouldn’t get it because of the negative attitude of the board. He atjded the park board didn’t want to cause trouble. Schumm made a number of apologies to the board for not telling them what they were doing at the parks and also stated he felt he has complimented Vai Duggins quite a bit on what they have done and the fact he has talked to Boyer a lot and has been enlightened on things from those talks. Lot Os Effort Hess only had one thing to say, “there’s been a lot of effort put in by this park board, I’d hate to see you resign. I think if you come and get closer to the town board and Vai, a lot of this stuff would workout.” Later in the meeting, Hess asked Schumm if by-gones could be by-gones and a new start made. “I’m sure we’re not going to have any trouble with Vai or the board if you come in and we will do what we can.” Alan Kitson, member of the advisory board for the park questioned if the park board went to Reed and checked into the legalities of having a chicken barbeque. “The main reason we had it was because we were told there weren’t enough funds available and had a chicken barbeque to raise money. Seems to me the park board should have some legal authority to carry out at the park what it wants at the park without going to the board. We need to find out what legal wording is in the ordinance for parks and recreation. What can or can’t we do in the park on our own initiative? If we have our hands tied all the time we won’t be able to accomplish anything. Myrick stated their hands were

not tied and that the board was not saying everything be brought before the board. Hess remarked he received the feeling from Kitson he was assuming he was appointed to the park board to run things the way they want. Hess stated he personally felt they were appointed to the park board by the town board and they should come to the board with what they are going to do. Flower Gardens Myrick commented the flower gardens at the town park look nice, but he didn’t think anyone gave the park board permission to put the flower garden in the middle of the intersection. Again Schumm apologized and stated he thought the park board had power to do things within the budget. It was also decided that department heads should pot contact the town attorney unless they are advised to do so by the town board or board members. Myrick stated, before going into other topics of discussion, he thought the park board had done a fine job and has had many comments and stated no one was down on the board because they are, doing things. “You need to check.” Other Topics Mrs. Fry explained to the department heads the procedures for purchase orders and informed the men it would be easier if they would check with the clerk’s office on what money is available before making large purchases. Kenny Johnson, fire chief, was questioned on several ambulance runs, where the time the ambulance was out was abnormal. He stated he could look at the reports with her and explain. He added in some instances the crews stay at the call longer than normal before transporting or they help out at the emergency rooms if needed. Mrs. Fry also Dana — (Continued from page 1) marketplace and have to import all their raw materials. Giving no easy quarter to management, Mr. Rice took such companies as Penn-Central and the Chrysler Corp, to task for poor management. He said, “We’ve met the enemy and it’s us.” The spirit of working together — labor and management must be rejuvenated and become a nation-wide policy if we are to ever receive our position of leadership in the world marketplace again, Mr. Rice noted. At next Friday’s meeting a discussion will be held on what active part Kiwanis Club members will take in the building of the new community building. Clean up — (Continued from page 1) strong winds that Saturday and the barn on the property had the west end blown in and the rest of the building was twisted on it’s foundation. She stated the building will have to be torn down and the only thing holding it up is the silo standing next to it. The bam was approximately 100 years old but was in good shape. To their home several windows were blown out, including a large picture window, front porch door window and a basement window. The chimney was knocked over on the roof and the draperies in the home were ripped. She reported there were no trees down. Since the storm, there has not been further damaging storms. During the past week the temperatures have climbed into the high 80s and upper 90s with high humidity. Also during the past week a number of area farmers have been combining their wheat, which did not seem to be harmed by the high winds.

requested the addresses on the reports be more accurate. Myrick thanked all the departments who spent many hours over the week end for cleaning up after the storm. He stated a lot of people came out to help clean up the town and he wanted to thank all who helped. Police officers will be carrying brooms in the vehicles to sweep debris off to the side of the road following accidents. Then in the morning the street department could be notified. There have been problems in the past of street department employees being called out in the evenings to clean streets following accidents. Boyer stated he has heard more comments about the police officers over the fourth of July week end. He stated the com-, ments were good remarks and were from local people as well as out of town visitors. Robert Houser, chief of police, informed the board the brakes on the blue police car were out again and requested permission to take the vehicle to be fixed. He also requested permission to advertise for bids on a new police car. He was told an answer would be given at the regular meeting Tuesday. The board asked Vai Duggins to contact Reed and get in touch with the state highway concerning a large hole on Chicago Street, just off of SR 13 near the ditch. Hess stated he has been approached concerning how much authority the department heads have if they have a problem with some of the men in their departments. He remarked he was sure the board would be behind them 100 per cent with whatever they have to do to keep the department straight. Duggins stated that the street department is leaving the large tree debris until after all the smaller limbs and brush are gathered. Milford police report Milford Marshal David Hbbbs submitted the following summary of Milford Police Department activities for June 9-July 14 to the Milford Town Board. Complaints received —127 Traffic accidents investigated — eight Estimated amount of accident damage — $6,200 Traffic arrests — seven Misdemeanor arrests —two Juvenile arrests — three Criminal arrests — four Warnings issued — eight Stolen property reported —two Theft reports investigated — two Stolen property recovered — four Value of recovered stolen property — $760 Gun permits issued —two Dog complaints —l2 Dogs impounded — three Record checks — three Lost person reports — one Cars removed from streets — two Alarms answered — five Courtesy services given —lB Vandalism reported — one Fire calls answered — four Title checks — eight Messages delivered — four The Milford Police Department drove 2,849 miles and spent $289 on gas and oil. Local man charged According to Syracuse police, John R. Mills 11, Syracuse, was charged with three counts on July 15. Mills was accused of driving under the influence, public intoxication and fleeing a police officer. This occurred behind Lakeland Realty, on South Huntington St., Syracuse, at around 8:15 p.m.

Hobbs arrests four men on burglary charge

Milford Marshal David Hobbs apprehended four Warsaw men on a burglary charge early Saturday morning, July 12. Kenneth Norris Breeding, 23, 308 South Lake Street, Warsaw; John M. Hale, 23, 1909 CR 225 W, Warsaw; and David Lee Sopher 11, 21, 208 South Lake Street, Warsaw, were jailed in the Kosciusko County Jail on two counts of burglary, one in Testing — (Continued from page 1) ding to help pay for the testing costs. The testing program is expected to cost over $61,000, but federal funds are expected to cover 70 per cent of the cost. Twenty-five per cent of the cost is expected to be covered by state funds. The Waubee Lake Association will have to cover the remaining five per cent, or $3,000. However, about half of that $3,000 can be covered through donating use of equipment and volunteer labor. According to association President Bill Troup, the association will only have to come up with about $1,500 in cash. Troup said Waubee Lake residents will be receiving questionnaires. The questionnaire will include questions about the kinds of spraying done, fertilizers used and other activities that might affect the water. Troup urged all lake residents to fill out the questionnaire and send it in. "It will be very helpful,” he stated. Officers Elected The Waubee Lake Association elected officers and directors for the coming year and expressed its appreciation for outgoing Secretary-Treasurer Rick Peterson and Directors Harold Miller and Dan Schwab. Troup was re-elected president and Bill Stath will serve another term as vice president. Janie Price was elected secretarytreasurer and Tim Smith and Dave Doll were elected to fill the two vacancies on the Board of Directors. Directors whose terms did not expire this year are Jack Meier, Phil Price, Steve Kaiser, John Rouch and Bob Turner. Price reported the new weed cutter, made from used and refurbished parts, is in operation. He said it is available for use by any Waubee Lake Association member. Members of the association discussed the problems caused by faulty septic tanks which are seeping into the lake. According to Troup, the believed offenders have refused to allow Board of Health officials to enter their property to conduct dye tests. Until dye tests are conducted, the association has no legal recourse unless a search warrant is obtained from the district attorney allowing health officials to enter the premises to conduct the tests. The association voted to have a representative from the Board of Directors hand deliver a letter to the believed offenders asking them to correct their faulty septic tanks. If they do not comply with the request, the association will consult an attorney about obtaining a search warrant. The problem of speeders on the lake was also discussed. Each association member was urged to report offenders to conservation officers. Members voted to hold another chicken barbecue this year as a money raising project, since last year’s was very successful. It was decided to hold the chicken barbecue on a Sunday afternoon, but no definite date was set. Before Troup adjourned the annual meeting of the Waubee Lake Association, he urged members to support the new Milford Community Building and to volunteer their labor.

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Kosciusko County and one in Elkhart County. Kenneth O’Neal Brandon, 30, 208 South Lake Street, Warsaw, was charged with one count of burglary and held for Elkhart County authorities. Hobbs was assisted by Kosciusko County Patrolman Thomas Kitch and Syracuse Deputy Marshal Dan Gallmeier. The four men gave police written statements admitting their involvements in a burglary at the City Sign Shop on SR 15 south of Goshen around 1:30 a.m. that morning. Breeding, Sopher and Hall also gave statements admitting the burglary of the Milford Large Animal Clinic owned by Miller, Schafer and Lamb in Milford early Friday morning, July 11, in which >4O in cash, two replica Peacemaker 45 caliber single action revolvers, a portable radio valued at >2O and a red gas can were taken. No value was given on the guns. A tool box, several baseball caps and a blue bag with a number 16 on it were reportedly missing from the City Sign Shop and, according to Hobbs, were found in the trunk of Breeding’s car. „ The Warsaw men were apprehended around 1:30 a.m. at Tim’s Sunoco Station on SR 15 south of Milford. While on routine patrol, Hobbs noticed Breeding’s vehicle parked on the lot of Tim’s Sunoco. He saw the subjects standing beside the car with the trunk open and got out of his car to ask what was wrong. Hobbs saw a three-foot metal bar laying partially under the car on the rear left side and a red gas can, similar to the one taken from the animal clinic, in the opened trunk. One of the men was wearing tennis shoes and Hobbs asked him to raise his foot. Hobbs said the soles resembled the markings left behind from the animal clinic break-in. He then examined the tires and found no tire defects. Hobbs radioed for assistance and County Patrolman Kitch and Syracuse Deputy Marshal Gallmeier arrived. The four suspects were placed under arrest and taken to the county jail. Several booked at county jail A number of area men were arrested over the week end by Kosciusko County Police and booked at the county jail. Among them were the following: Dennis Ray Blosser, 30, r 2 Syracuse, was held on a charge of being in contempt of court. He was arrested Friday, July 11. Michael Paul Surso, 41, Tippecanoe Lake, Leesburg, was booked on five counts of check deception. He was released on $2,500 bond. Dennis Ray Kuhl, 19, Syracuse, is being held on $2,000 bond after Kosciusko County police officer recovered $2,500 worth of stolen merchandise in his home, Thursday night, July 10. He was booked on a warrant from Saint Joseph County, (Sturgis) Mich., for a burglary offense. County police obtained a warrant from Kosciusko County Court Judge James Jarrete to search Kuhl’s home. Officers recovered a stolen air conditioner, stereo, eight-track tape player, turn table, .12 gauge shotgun, 54 record albums and a record cleaner. Also booked were two men, Peter Joseph Radcliffe, 19, r 1 Warsaw and Jack Dewayne Morris, 20, r 1 North Webster. Both were booked on charges of public intoxication, illegal consumption and fleeing a police officer. Syracuse Deputy Marshal Dan Gallmeier arrested the pair.

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Food preservation answers

By PATRICIA RATHBUN County Extension Agent Q. How should I freeze the new sugar snap peas? A. Wash the pea pods, removing strings if there are any. Heat in boiling water for three minutes, cool prompty in cold water and drain. Pack peas into containers, leaving one-half inch head space. Seal, label, and freeze. Q. I saw an ad for an aluminum steamer that supposedly could cut processing time for canned foods in half. Is this true? A. Don’t try processing canned vegetables by steam; you could kill yourself! Vegetables must be canned in a pressure canner to get food to a high enough temperature. Vegetables must stay at a temperature of 240 degrees F for a predetermined time to kill spores of the bacteria that cause botulism, a sometimes fatal food poisoning. The steamer will not reach temperatures above 121 degrees F. The ad gives the impression that all canning times are the same since jars of different fruits and vegetables are shown in the steamer. That’s wrong, too. Processing times are carefully developed for each fruit and vegetable because heat penetrates thein at different rates. Don’t take shortcuts when canning your food. Q. Do all vegetables have to be blanched before freezing?

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A. Yes. Blanching is necessary to destroy enzymes that make a vegetable ripen and eventually over-ripen. It is necessary to destroy these enzymes to stop the maturing process of the vegetable since the temperature in the freezer does not kill the enzymes, but only slows the action. If vegetables are not blanched and the enzymes continue to make the vegetable more mature and over-ripe, the product will be tasteless or starchy, or like hay. Q. Can fruits be frozen without sugar or syrup? A. Yes, although the texture, color and flavor won’t be as good as if sugar is used. But sugar is not necessary to make this frozen food keep. Q. Can the amount of sugar called for in jam or jelly recipe be reduced? A. No! When making jams and jellies, follow the recipe carefully. Proper amounts of fruit, pectin, acid and sugar are needed to make a jellied fruit product. If you want to make it sugarless, try making a freezer jam. Q. Can a pressure saucepan be used instead of a pressure canner? A. If the guage is accurate and will maintain 10 pounds of pressure, it may be used for canning pint jars of vegetables-. Add 20 minutes to the recommended processing time. This

extra 20 minutes in needed because the pressure in the pressure sauce pan returns to normal much more quickly than does the pressure canner. Processing continues while the canner is returning to normal pressure. Q. Is it safe to use old mayonnaise, coffee, or other odd jars for home canning? A. No. These jars should not be used because the sealing edge may not be uniform and may not seal properly. Also, these jars may not withstand the temperature of the pressure canner. since they were made for onetime use only, and therefore, are of lower quality glass. Having the right answers to your food preservation questions will help to assure you of a home canning success. The extension office has many food preservation publications available to home canners and also provide a canner testing service. Woods fire Syracuse firemen were called to Elkhart County roads 52 and 31 yesterday (Tuesday) for a woods fire. Benton Township firemen were also notified, although when Syracuse firemen arrived the fire was out. Children were playing with matches and had set a dead tree on fire in the woods.