The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 39, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 October 1980 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL —Wed., October 15,1980

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'Roots' — (Continued from page 1) festooned with flowers and other assorted objects of adornment. Cows fight to be leader of the herd, our guide, Elena Zwahlen, told us, and this animal has the largest bell around its neck. We were also told that the cows were so used to their bells, that they refused to leave their billet until their bell was in place. While the cows are in the mountains grazing, one animal tender might have animals from a number of owners. And of course they are milked daily and the milk goes to cheese processors. We were informed that cows grazing in the high mountains gave milk from which cheese is made, the like of which cannot be found any other place in the world. In Switzerland the cow barns and living quarters are all under the same roof — at different ends of the building, of course. Our first day out of Geneva, after visiting all the tour sites of that city, was in a small but colorful village and we were treated to a cheese fondue, delicious but rich, and away of promoting the cheese economy of this country. Beer Or Wine Would you have beer or wine for lunch? Either is liighly acceptable in either Switzerland or Germany. Water only if you ask for it, then almost reluctantly. Beer is chilled but of only 3.5 per cent alcohol. Geneva is surrounded with miles upon miles of grape arbors in its surrounding hills. One has to wonder who picks all these grapes, only to find it is a community project. And so it is that Switzerland is also wine country. In spite of the large amount of grapes grown in Switzerland, the small country does not provide enough wine for its own consumption, but imports a considerable amount, mostly from neighboring Italy. Geneva is located on the far western tip of Switzerland, surrounded by France, and so it would be only natural that French is the language of this cantdn. Our several guides spoke French, Spanish, German. Erfglish and some Italian, and it is marvelous to see them switch from one tongue to another. They told us there are some 350 dialects in the 26 Switzerland cantons. The prime language in this country is Sweitzer Deutsch, actually a low German, but easily understood by a citizen of Germany. Arch had ample opportunity to practice his limited college-learned German, often to his frustration. Languages seem to be no problem for traveling Europeans, but Americans stick pretty closely together so they can converse in their native language. Switzerland has practically no unemployment — 2 per cent at the most, our guide informed us. Sixteen per cent of its labor is imported, half of it from Italy, others from Portugal, Yugoslavia and lesser amounts from other countries. Imported labor is closely controlled, and laborers operate on a limited (usually six months) visa which can be withdrawn when the local economy becomes sluggish. A Watch, Anyone? One would think every Swiss person would have several watches* on his possession, for this is the watch center of the world, no doubt about it. Windows are jam packed with watches of every description imaginable. We found the best shop to be Bucherer’s, with outlets in most Swiss cities. Not to be outdone, we came home with six watches, for ourselves and family. Our stopover at Interloken gave us our first introduction to Swiss watches and the difficulty in making up one’s mind when contemplating a watch purchase. But Interloken is more than watches. A colorful little city, a mecca for winter skiers, it is a “must” stop for tourists. When the summer tour season ends, it is a short time until skiers begin to arrive from throughout the

world and the hotels enjoy a brisk business. The Swiss are also noted for their skills in wood carving, and they have made use of this skill in providing cuckoo clocks, plus a full line of carvings. We visited Walter Stahli’s souvenir shop at Brienz, a small community. It was Saturday afternoon and the carvers were off duty, but the souvenir shop was open for us. Wouldn’t you know it? We couldn’t come away without making a cuckoo clock purchase, and this will np doubt grace our family room with a certain air of simplistic grace. An Army, Too You might not believe it, but this tiny country, which has a history of military independence, has a standing army which is apparent as one travels the countryside. The troops wear a colorful, camouflage-type uniform which we found interesting. A recruit enters the Swiss army at 20 years of age and serves 17 weeks, then serves several weeks each year until he is 36 years of age, then for another given period until he is 52, at which time he is called back for limited duty every two years. When the soldier is off duty, he takes his uniform, weapon and ammunition home with him. One would think this practice would make Switzerland an armed camp, and that murders and suicides would be rife, but such is not the case. The Swiss seem to be a contented people, and the personal troubles that plague citizens of other industrial nations go begging in this land. We were informed that all roads into Switzerland are heavily mined and fortified. No invading army has violated these borders in living memory. Perhaps the military is one means of taking up the slack in the country’s economy, but this is only conjecture on our part. Per capita annual income is $11,660, our guide Elena told us, which appears to be substantial. There are 153 people per square mile, which is also substantial. Inflation A Problem Inflation throughout Europe is rife, and Switzerland is no exception. Arch carried a pocket computer and tried to keep a running account of prices we were paying for items. We were amazed at prices! A (small) cup of coffee — no refills, please — at one stop cost $2.16! And then it was strong, bitter coffee. It didn’t take us long to find their beer an acceptable substitute. At another stop, we asked for butter with the hard rolls, and, sure enough, here comes a small plate of butter. We found it added to our bill — $5.60! Our lunch for two would run from sls to $lB with no trouble at all. Della found shoes from SIOO up and dresses about double the price they sell for in the United States. All wearing apparel we found priced terribly high. But this was also true in Germany and Austria. Our second night out was in Berne, a delightful city with a river winding through its central city. We stayed at the Savoy Hotel — “standard” class but acceptable. In a subway station that night was playing an oldfashioned German band. While some of us sat around listening to the German tunes, Arch struck up what amounted to a one-sided conversation with an elderly German listener, only to find himself over his head in conversation. Like most Swiss cities, Berne has only three- or four-story buildings, all with red tile roofs, huge bridges leading into the city’s small, narrow streets. Berne is an ancient city, a medieval city, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, and is a fine old city of bygone days. Its historic self remains intact since the people of Berne won’t hear of anything that could spoil its charming appearance. They know how to combine modern living with centuries-old surroundings. Berne is real; they’re genuine, those ancient streets and arcades, fountains and oriel windows, cellars and towers. And the sandstone steps, worn down by generations of Bernese over the centuries, are still trodden daily. The ancient Rathaus (town hall) is still a center of political

life, and high up in the Cathedral tower lives a young woman, the latest of a long line of attendants. What we didn’t like is that the small towns of Bangarten and Etzelkofen, located just north of Berne, purported to be the ancestral home of the Baumgartners, were out of reach to us. We found no acceptable way for us to “abandon the crew” and go to these towns. Perhaps another time. A Night At Vitznau Our final stop would be Zurich, but not until we spent a night at the Flora Hotel in Vitznau (see page 1 photo), about 10 or 15 miles southeast of Luzern (or Lucerne). Located on lovely, serene Lake Luzern, about which much has been written, it provided us with a point of departure for a trip into Luzern the next morning. The lake shore was lined with public buildings and sumptuous private homes with flowered yards facing the lake. Our tour provided us with “standard” hotel accommodations, a sort of tour class, not the best nor the least, but sufficient for a good night’s rest. Along our route we noticed signs advertising “Zimmers” or private rooming houses. These were throughout the three countries we visited. And if breakfast (Frustuck) was provided the word “Frei” (free) was added to the sign. Zimmers — the word means “room” in German — are in common use by tourists throughout Europe and actually provide a traveler with a common touch with the people. They’re not bad at all. Also, there is a less expensive accommmodation termed 1 a hostel. We didn’t have occasion to investigate either, the Zimmer or hostel. On To Zurich Our final stop in the first leg of our 17-day tour was at Zurich, located well in the north and eastern part of Switzerland, famous for its Old World buildings and culture. We had been in Zurich before, but only at the airport as a stop-over, and so much of this charming and cultured city was new to us. We were scheduled to spend seven days here on our own, but opted otherwise; more on this in our second article. Danzas, our booking tour agency, billeted part of us in Zurich in the Waldorf Hotel, the others across Winberg Strasse in the Astor Hotel. Don’t let the names fool you. The hotels were very adequate, but not quite what we have come to expect from these two names. All at once the six of us realized seven days in Zurich on our own would be a little much, so we quickly signed up to leave the next morning for a seven-day tour through Bavaria. The room we had at the Waldorf had a television set in it, and the best thing on was an old silent Harold Lloyd film, “The Freshman.” The script with the frames was in English and the voice-over was in German. A real way to learn the English language, we thought. With a free night, we decided to explore the city (it was Sunday night) with Earl and Marjorie. We walked over to the Hauptbahnhof (mail railway station), which serves as a terminal for the railway system and the city public transportation system as well. We found the people of Zurich very accommodating, as in the case where a passenger assisted us in purchasing a ticket from a vending machine. She scurried around asking others for change so we could buy a ticket to ride into the center of the city. We mqde'the trolley in due time, but found no one to take up our tickets —a sort of honor system. However, if one is caught without a ticket on a spot check, we were duly informed, his fine is something like 10 times the cost of the ticket. We found this honor system in use wherever we went. Would it work in the USA, we could not help but wonder. We were already taken by the neatness and cleanliness of Switzerland and its people. And now their honesty was to be equally admired.

On To Zurich

Deputies — (Continued from page 1) into the drive. Mrs. Treesh pointed out the land still belongs to the town, but they are allowing the bank to use it. Ted Baumgartner asked the board to cover grating and gravel costs incurred when he grated and graveled the alley behind his house. The work was done without prior permission or knowledge by the board. “Our alley has been in deplorable condition. It actually had chuck holes three feet deep,” he explained. Although the board appreciated the work Baumgartner had done, Mrs. Treesh said it puts the town in a difficult position. She explained if the town pays the bill it would be setting a precedent for anyone who wants work done to do it themselves and then bill the town. She said the town only has so much money to care for such things and if residents go ahead and do the work themselves without the board’s knowledge, it would be difficult for the board to plan the town’s finances. Baumgartner said he realizes now that he should have gotten prior permission before fixing the alley. The board promised to discuss the matter, “That’s fair. Whatever you decide is okay with me,” said Baumgartner, adding, “I haven’t been to a town board meeting for about 30 years, because I haven’t had any complaints.” Clerk-Treasurer Maria Lozano was instructed to find out how much it would cost to have Catherine Street grated down by Bethel Church of the Brethren where there are some large bumps. The town does not have the necessary equipment and, therefore, must job the work out to an outside firm. Mrs. Lozano will also find out how much it would cost to have the holes on Emeline Street fixed. The board decided to have the county inspector speak to Ron Davidhizer of Goshen about cleaning up his Milford property on the corner of Fourth and Shafer Streets. Miller felt the property was a hazard to neighborhood children. Fire Chief Bill Leemon reported things are running smoothly at the fire department, adding, “I want to thank everyone who came and attended our barbecue.” The meeting of the Milford Town Board concluded at 9:20 p.m. The next regular meeting will be Monday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Milford Town Hall. 20 accidents in county in September F Sgt. Robert L. Meeks, district commander, Indiana State Police, at Ligonier Post announces the following activities for the month of September, 1980, in Kosciusko County. The troopers in Kosciusko County worked a total of 1,224 hours and traveled 18,339 miles on state and county roads. During patrols they investigated 20 accidents and effected 135 arrests. Officers issued 326 warnings and assisted 158 motorists. Kosciusko County is staffed by five troopers and one sergeant. Ligonier District serves the six northeastern counties of the state. Units assigned to Ligonier conducted 97 criminal investigations, resulting in the arrests of 12 persons. The fatal accident total in Kosciusko County is seven persons killed in 1980 as compared to the same period of 1979 when 13 persons were fatally injured on state and county roads. This is a decrease of six persons. District-wide in the six counties, 44 persons have lost their lives in 1980 as compared to 56 persons in 1979. This is a decrease of 12 persons. Selvey speaks to Kiwanians Syracuse Deputy Marshal William Selvey spoke to members of the Wawasee Kiwanis club on Saturday morning, Oct. 11, at their regular meeting. Officer Selvey spoke on the subject of stress and how it affects police officers in their daily performance of their duties. He pointed out that stress induces heart attacks, high blood pressure and contributes to dependancy on alcohol and drugs. Officer Selvey explained that studies show a 75 per cent divorce rate in the first three years of marriage for police officers, which adds a great deal to the amount of stress that a police officer must live under. He explained what can be done in dealing with stress and stated that there needs to be someone to talk to, you must establish equity in your life and one of the most important things to develop is outside interests other than the job. He came to Syracuse after having served 14 years on the Toledo, Ohio, police department and is now a member of the Wawasee Kiwanis Club.

Teachers — (Continued from page 1) will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the annex at Wawasee. This is open to the public. The board was given a chance to make a public comment. President Billy Little stated, “I think a positive atmosphere has been made. We know your efforts are long, undue and we have a workable law. We all desire the ultimate contract, but the upmost in mind are the students.” This statement was greeted by sighs from the crowd. However, applause was given when visitor Chris Clodfelter, Syracuse Parent-Teacher Organization president said, “I have two children in the school system. If teachers go out, that affects my children too. Those who have children should seriously agree to go back to the regular school year contract, so that way the head’s are clear to go to school.” Because of the large crcwd, the meeting was moved from the administration building to the Wawasee High School Annex. Milford Schools Also on the agenda was the project approval for Milford. The project received a “green light" according to the president Billy Little. The public is invited to attend a special public meeting on Tuesday. Oct. 28, to approve the final architectural plans. One teacher, from Milford, asked the board what will be done in the new plans' for the junior high orchestra. She wanted to know where the growing orchestra will be and wondered if the same facilities would be used. Further questions were asked about the storage space for instruments so that the room can be multi-purposed. The board noted her concern and assured her the matter will be checked. Kosciusko YEC Also present at the board meeting were members of the Kosciusko County Youth Employment Council. Following explanations for the program to the board, a 20 minute video film was presented on a Delaware council that was appropriated one million dollars and a paid staff. Kosciusko representative Curt Curtis explained that the area’s effort will not only cost half that amount, but be guided by volunteers. “We’re concerned about the local aspect of youth employment. Youths are not making the transition from school to work and we want to make them more employable. We’re talking about the youths in-between. Not those college bound or vocationally trained.” The state’s representative, Matt Dalton, added that there are six million people in the State of Indiana, with 15 per cent of the kids in the middle. “Our interest goes not to the super kids or the ones in trouble, but the ones in the middle. Our society, employers and etc. need to take interest in the kids.” The largest group of unemployed citizens is comprised of the age group between 18 to 24. County Chairman Richard Goshert informed the board that there are 325 students that they have an opportunity to work with. In Kosciusko County, a figure of 53 to 48 per cent of the county youth are unemployed was presented to the board. School board member Marguerite Hoerr asked that the board cooperate with the Kosciusko Youth Employment Council. The members accepted and invited the council to help in the area of making youths more employable. Student Health John Naab explained that all students must have an immunization status on file with the school corporations. He presented a sample copy of the form sent to parents about the Friday, Oct. 17, immunization clinic. Students may receive free immunizations against polio, measles, mumps and rubella when parents sign the permission form. Naab reported to the board that a to.tal of 1,172 students received vision screening from kindergarten through grade 12. A total of 94 students were given referral letters for their parents regarding a visit to the family eye doctor, with 39 students placed on a watch list to be retested next year. He also stated that 1,192

SB I d |b* St. r\ ■ ■ 1 k - j RECEIVES CERTIFICATE — Milford Kiwanis Club presidentelect John Replogle is shown presenting a certificate of appreciation to Larry Staley for the program he gave on Water and Soil Conservation. Staley, a resident of North Webster since 1970, is employed by the federal government as a soil scientist working with the Kosciusko County Water and Soil Conservation Service.

students received the hearing screening in grades kindergarten through 12. Twenty-five students will be rechecked and nine students were referred to a family physician. The board questioned Naab about what is done following a referral letter to the parents. He informed the members that the letter is the beginning and not the end. Parents unable to afford visual or hearing aids are given financial help where necessary. The official Lakeland Corporation school enrollment was also given. Resignation And Contracts The resignation of Elten Powers was officially accepted. He is now in the Warsaw school system. Filling his place at North Webster Junior High is David Stookey, with the option to return to the fifth grade if desired. Filling Stookey’s place is Tim Yeager, in a temporary contract that was approved by the board for the fifth grade replacement. Supplemental contracts were approved for three teachers who were previously approved by the state. Teaching GED (high school equivalency) classes are Judith Rossi and Kay Meditch. Mary Ann Banks was also approved for teaching English as a second language to the Vietnamese “boat people” in the area. Business Items Business manager George Gilbert requested to advertise for an additional appropriation for the general fund of $48,000. The board approved the measure. Extra curricular reports were also given with a conditional acceptance given following Gilbert’s review of questions on where some money was given. Money invested at Saint Joseph Valley Bank was brought to the board’s attention by Gilbert for who’s name should appear to withdraw money. The board decided lhe Lakeland School Corporation name should be given with Gilbert’s name also listed. Booster Os Music Larry Kinsley, Booster Os Music member, told the board that because of expenses they have a difficult time presenting music awards to the students. He explained that in the past a booklet with the names of those winning awards has been given to the students. He requested the Booster Club for Music be given approval to sell advertising in the front cover to cut expenses. The board granted a one-year trial period, with further decisions pending evaluation. Club members attend luncheon The Home Arts Club held its annual Christmas luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 14, at a North Webster restaurant. Nilah Jonasch was in charge of the arrangements. Prayer was offered by Maxine McDougal. Favor “Fridgies,” made by Mrs. Jonasch, were set at each place. Fudge, made by Pauline Cormany and Mrs. Jonasch, was also served. A gift exchange followed the luncheon. After the gift exchange, a game was played. . Eleven members and six guests attended. Guests were Betty Tobin, Alice Baker. Doris Woodward, Lois Clark, Evelyn Anderson and Jean Purrell. Next month’s meeting of the Home Arts Club will be Wednesday, Nov. 12, at the home of Mrs. Cor many. Jeff Sorensen in motorcycle accident Tuesday Jeff Sorensen, 15, Milford, is in stable condition in the intensive care unit of Goshen Hospital. He was involved in a motorcycle accident on the Norm Hunsberger farm, Tuesday, Oct. 14, at approximately 4:30 p.m. He suffered liver damage. According to Mrs. Eldon Sorensen, Jeff’s mother, he was checking spots for traps and on his way back through the field he hit a clump of dirt which flipped both him and the motorcycle. It is beloved the motorcycle may have nit him before hitting the ground. The Hunsberger farm is located 2 1 /z miles west of SR 15 on CRI2SON.

i i h < J .. Kfj I£< I -11 S NOW WHERE DOES THIS THING GO? — Frank Beer § works on the electrical wiring at the Milford Community Building. The building is progressing and the building com- >; mittee hopes to have it complete before the snow flies. “We >;• :•! could use some more volunteers. Maybe after the farmers get v their crops in we‘ll get more help.” stated Beer. (Photo by Terri ■X Chilcote) «

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