The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 39, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 October 1980 — Page 7

North Webster News

Snowmobile club to hold carnival Approximately 50 persons were present for the October 6 meeting of Lakeland Snowmobile Club held at Camelot Hall. Dino Coverstone was in charge of the business session. The club voted to sponsor a Winter Carnival at North Webster. The exact date is to be announced. Due to unforeseen circumstances plans for the Snow A Rama have been cancelled. Coverstone was appointed as chairman for the Winter Carnival. He will be assisted by Jeff Com. Joyce Packard is in charge of publicity. It was announced that a haunted house is being sponsored

Pierceton Homemakers meet at Sponseller's

Group singing was led by Sandra Frush when members of Pierceton Extension Homemakers Club met on October 6 at the home of Mrs. Jereome Sponseller. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Claude Stahl and the hostess from a table decorated in keeping with the fall season. Roll call response was, “Where I attended my first grade of school.” It was answered by 17 members. Devotions were given by Mrs. Frush. She ready a poem entitled, “Prayers” by Marjorie Holmes. She also presented excerpts from the book, “What

Drying flowers topic for Charm And Chatter Club

Virginia Osburn told about drying flowers during the October 6 meeting of Charm And Chatter Club. Mary Schang was hostess for the event. She was assisted by Helen Cline. The meeting was opened by Corinne Staples, vice president. Group singing of, “America The Beautiful” and “For Me And My Gal” was led by Carrie Switzer. Meditation was given by Olive Locke. She read two poems by Helen Stiner Rice. The topic of Christine Hunt’s health and safety lesson was “Salt.”

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again this year. It will be open to the public on October 30 and 31. A special social evening is scheduled for club members and their families on October 29 at Camelot Hall. It will be followed by a tour of the haunted house. The next regular business meeting will be November 3 at Camelot Hall. Any interested person is welcome to attend. Lakeland Snowmobile Club is a family organization. Tippy Lee Club meets rt Archers Devotions were given by Marilyn Hartman when members of Tippy Lee Extension Homemakers Club met October 1 at the home of Joan Archer. Plans were made for the club’s Christmas bazaar project. The lesson was given by Mrs.

Happens When A Woman Prays.” Reports were given by Helen Crouch, health and safety, Mrs. Frank Wilson, garden remarks, preparing flowers for winter; Mrs. Leon Kubacke, citizenship, the origin of the pledge of allegiance and Mrs. Peter Hine, cultural arts. “What Is Happening.” The lesson, “Housing Facts” was presented by Mrs. Frank Wilson. She noted that a home reflects the personalities of the people living there. Fairy Belle Stahl will be hostess for the November meeting.

The lesson. “Buying Ready Made Clothing” was presented by Mrs. Staples. Merchandise samples were studied for fiber content and washability. The lesson was followed by group discussion. Lunetta Metcalf, president, was in charge of the business session. The membership voted to rewrite the club constitution. Lavern Clutter received the door prize. Guests present were Susie Jennings, Dorothy Crowel and Alice Stanfield. Ruby Badskey will be hostess for the November meeting.

Archer. Her topic pertained to buying clothing. The cultural arts lesson was presented by Mary Strong. She told how blue willow pattern dinner ware came into being. Door prizes were received by Pam Forley and Juanita Allen. Refreshments were served by Jan Barger and the hostess. Mrs. Forley will be hostess for the November meeting. Barbee Ladies study Gospels, have lunch Janet Ritenour was hostess for the October 9 meeting of Barbee Ladies Christian Service. The ladies voted to change their meeting date from the second Thursday of each month to the second Monday night of each month. The three Gospels of John were studied and discussed. A sack lunch was served at noon. Barbee Hoosiers have carry-in Gladys Hoop and Hazel Cleaver, Fort Wayne, were special guests at the October 1 meeting of Barbee Hoosier Club. The meeting was held at Barbee Conservation Club building. A carry-in dinner was served at noon. Tables were decorated with bouquets of fall flowers. Members volunteered to cook dinner on November 4 for the election board. The group voted to have its December Christmas party at a local restaurant. A get well card was signed for Joan Kilmer. White elephant items and plants were auctioned off by Clar Brodrick and Dorothy Thornburg. The table prize was presented to Mrs. Brodrick. Members of the dinner committee were Ruth Bostel, Bertha Tinkel and Alice Bemish. The afternoon was spent playing games. Cake decorating is topic for Welcome Wagon A cake decorating demonstration was presented by Donna Robbins during the October 9 meeting of Welcome Wagon Club of the Lakes held at North Webster United Methodist Church.

By MARY LEE WILLMAN

Election of officers is scheduled for December. Members of the nominating committee are Marjorie Fowler, chairman; Verna Lindemood, Elsie Steiner and Leia Leldard. A Christmas party is also being planned for December. Last minute details were completed for the October 11 plant sale. Proceeds from the event are being donated to the EMS. On October 6 the antiquing group toured three antique shops in Kosciusko County. The tour was followed by a luncheon. Ruth Dunker, crafts chairman, is organizing a crafts tour at Goshen for October 30. Marian Steedman was in charge of serving refreshments. A demonstration of flower arranging and a tour of Country Home Florists is scheduled for November 13. Any new resident of the community is welcome to attend. Ladies Firemen's Auxiliary plans election menus Community calendars were distributed during the October 6 meeting of North Webster Ladies Firemen’s Auxiliary. The ladies met at the fire station. Menus were made and plans finalized to serve dinner to three election boards on November 4. Discussion was held concerning a Christmas party. Nancy Hill is president of the auxiliary. J 4 attend Hilltoppers meeting Roll call was answered by 14 members and four guests during the October 1 meeting of Monroe Hilltoppers Club. The group met at the home of Lillian McConnel with Tammy Wise as co-hostess. Guests present were Eva Ritenour, Joyce Wise, Martha Rush and Mary Baker. The meditation was presented by Mrs. Eugene Cotton.

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REV. JACOB Kakish, Arab Church of God, Detroit, and Dr. Douglas Welch, Anderson, will be guest speakers at the Mission Convention on November 9 through 16 at North Webster Church of God. —o— SARA MITCHELL has been released from Whitley County Hospital and is now recuperating at home. -0MEMBERS OF Lydia Circle entertained the ladies from Esther Circle on October 14 at North Webster United Methodist Church. —o— THE ISA Convention is being held at Indianapolis October 31November 1. -0— BOUQUETS TO Barb Sledge for organizing a neighborhood yard sale. Good idea Barb! —o— THIS YEAR North Webster Church of God Senior Citizens are visiting other area churches on their annual color tour. They left North Webster at 10 a.m. on October 8 and ate lunch at the Mishawaka Church of God. —o— THE UMW salad luncheon is planned for October 21 at North Webster United Methodist Church. —o— MARTHA KUSSMAUL has been released from Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She is now recuperating at the home of her son, John Kussmaul. She would welcome visitors and hearing from friends. -0MIRIAM CIRCLE members met October 13 at the home of Norma Roose. —o— HAPPY BIRTHDAY to: Jeff Boyer, Elza Ball, Willie Signorelli, Joni Snider and Dot Kurth, October 2; Evelyn Cripe, Dorothy Dye and Nancy Slater, October 3; Brent White, October 4; Cheryl Halbleib, October 6; Tom Reiff, Gaynelle Daly, Ron Dickerhoof, Ray Rupprecht, Bob Kimmel, October 7; Charles Stiffler, Rita Koenlgshof and Maude Yontz, October 8; Lori Sliger, Connie Thompson and

Preparing gardens for winter was discussed by Gertrude Lechrone. A prize winning essay about Conner Prairie Farm was read by Bertha Haywood. The essay was written by Alice Bemish of North Webster. Indications of a heart attack were told about by Anna Mae Smith during the health and safety lesson. Carol Sue Hawkins gave a demonstration and lesson on bread making. The topic of Pansy Michael’s lesson was, “Growing Herbs.” Norma Engleberth will be hostess for the November meeting. History of county given A history of Kosciusko County was related by Mildred Wilson during the October 8 meeting of Goodwill Extension Homemakers Club. Mrs. John Detwiler was hostess. She was assisted by Mrs. Thurlow Mock. Mrs. Eldon Watkins told how Halloween got started. The topic of Blanche Kline’s citizenship lesson was also “Halloween.” Mrs. Bernard Roberts discussed, “Self Protection For Women.” The lesson, “Housing Facts” was presented by Mrs. Wilson. A silent auction of plants, garden product and baked goods was enjoyed. Refreshments were served from a table decorated in keeping with the fall season. Ray Scotts are honored Mr. and Mrs. Ray Scott were special guests at a family dinner party given in honor of their 65th wedding anniversary. The party was held September 28 at the home of their daughter, Viola Richcreek. Mr. and Mrs. Scott were married October 2, 1915. There were five generations present: Mr. and Mrs. Scott, Mrs.

Barbara Halbleib, October 10; Eileen Keppen and Jean Wiseman, October 11; Denise Vanator, Matt Wagoner, Ruth Boyer. October 13; Karl Waugh, October 14; Terry Ritenour, October 15; Violet Wolf, October 17; Galen Haney, October 18; Sarah Waldrop, October 19; Diep Tran, October 20; Dave Shields and Nancy Fervada, October 21; Pauline White and Blanche Kuhn, October 22; Wanetta Pletcher and Amanda Ousley, October 23; Phyllis Newby and Bob McDonald. October 24; Brad Leedy, October 25; Lynn Black, Louise Clayton and Tami Wagoner, October 26; Terry Reiff, Diane Williams, Gary Wiseman and Joyce Searer, October 27; Jarred Young and Kathleen Weghorst, October 28; Bill Eberly, October 29; Beth Carey. Hazel Cleaver and Helen George, October 30, and John Stone, October 31. -0THE YOUNG adults at Leesburg United Methodist Church are sponsoring a Haunted Mansion on October 31, November 1, and November 2. —o— RUBY BADSKEY was hostess for the October 8 meeting of Esther Circle. —O'HENRY McCRAY, Harold Henry and Beth Boggs attended the Church Ministries Clinic held last week at Salem Avenue Church of God, Dayton, Ohio. —D’in THE hospital — Marvel Esenwein, Saint Francis Hospital, Beech Grove; Joe Burrin, KCH; Richard Noffke, Community Hospital, Indianapolis, and Charles Ramsey, Parkview, Fort Wayne. —o— THE YOUTH at North Webster United Methodist Church enjoyed a canoe trip on October 11. —o— NORTH WEBSTER Girl Scouts fall activities are underway. Sue Ann Ray is this year’s Service Unit Chairman. Judy Wagner and Margaret Rockenbaugh are leaders of first grade Brownie Troop 101. Judy Minier and Linda Doll are leaders of second grade Brownie Troop 63. Third grade Brownie Troop 22 meets on Wednesday with their leaders Anita Sincroft, Karen Parr and Kathy Groeneeoud.

Richcreek, Mrs. Junior Keppen, a granddaughter; Jay Keppen, a great-grandson. and Justin Keppen, a great-great-grandson. Others present were: Mr. Scott’s sister, Mrs. Vaughn Schroeder, Elkhart; Junior Keppen, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Richcreek, Tom, Dan and Rick; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hunter, Brenda and Lisa; Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Richcreek, Angela and . Brian; Mr. and Mrs. Max Richcreek, Jeff, Julie, Jennifer and Beth; and Mrs. Jay Keppen, all of the North Webster area; Lori Whitehead, Warsaw and Mary Ellen Coy, Albion. Post Chiefs play euchre Plans for inspection were discussed during the October 9 meeting of North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters. The ladies met at the home of Imogene Menzie. Discussion was also held concerning maintenance of the Pythian Temple building. Following the business session euchre was played. Alice Kissinger placed high and Catherine Ba use placed low. The door prize was given to Effie Vanator. Hostess for the next meeting will be Corinne Staples. Autumn motif for Golden Aprils An autumn motif highlighted the refreshment table for the September 30 meeting of Golden April Club. The ladies met at the home of Carol Robbins. Devotions were given by Nancy Barker. Plans were discussed for the fall trip. It was announced that the club will prepare and serve dinner for the December 3 president’s council meeting. Mrs. Barker presented the lesson, “Selecting Ready Made Clothing.” Gloria Brubaker received the door prize. Gail Martin will be hostess for the October meeting.

Leaders for Junior Troop 178 (fourth and fifth grade) are Jan Moser, Cathy Jeffries and Theresa Kern. Mary Jo Barton is leader of sixth grade Troop 11. Barbara Knotts is leader of the Senior Girl Scout Troop and Cadette Troop 294. —o— TILL NEXT week... Anothe: Loot reported stolen Mrs. Robert Smith, Sr., r 4 box 106 Syracuse, reported her boat stolen on October 8. She said the 14 foot aluminum Starcraft fishing boat with a 1976 Johnson outboard motor disappeared sometime between midnight and 8:15 a m. that morning. The boat had been docked in front of the Smith residence and the ropes tying the boat to shore had been cut. Wawasee and Syracuse Lakes were checked by officials. They could not locate the craft. Fence knocked down Jan Henning, r 1 Syracuse, reported to police on October 2 that someone in a maroon late model Chevy Impala knocked down his chain link fence and didn’t stop. Police are investigating.

YOUR SHARE OF THE NATIONAL DEDT J Q Public Check No. 108 Mary Public U.S. GOVERNMENT *46,000 forty Six Thousand and 00/100 MEMO: NATIONAL DEBT SNARE • Q. Our national debt is now at $46,000 for every man, woman and child in the United States. Our deficit spending has ALMOST DOUBLED in just the last year. The Democrats continue to spend, which contributes further to inflation. VOTE REPUBLICAN ON NOV. 4th ITS YOUR CHECK! j Paid political adv. by Koscuisko County Republican Central Committee, Jean Northenor. Chairman. Barbara Eastlund. Treasurer.

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

SJ® HL * K* 50 TH ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Knepper. Milford, will be observing their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 26. with an open house from 2-4 p.m. in the Milford Christian Church. The occasion will be hosted by the couple's children and grandchildren. Knepper and Elvina Drake were married at Devils LaReTN. D.. on October 29. 1930 and came to Milford in 1935. They are the parents of three children: a son. Beverly W., San Antonio. Texas: and two daughters, Mrs. John (Joy) Stilwell. Fort Wayne and Mrs. Ronn (Sandra) Ganger, Milford. The couple requests the presence of family and friends rather than gifts.

B. J. Crowley's Horoscope

Week of October 19. 1980 LIBRA -- Tbe self-reliant Libran has a better than average sense of humor. He is a peaceful person, who often dislikes hard work and is sometimes careless in money matters. Best day is Monday, best color Is blue and lucky number is six. LIBRA - Sept. 23 to Oct. 22--Bring better order into your home before considering added outside responsibilities. Be sincere in your relationships with others. SCORPIO - Oct. 23 to Nov. 22--Don’t become involved with anyone who depresses you or has overbearing tendencies. Think more, talk less. SAGITTARIUS- Nov. 23 to Dec. 21-Look closely at any suggestions made. A seeming misfortune could be a blessing in disguise. CAPRICORN - Dec. to Jan. 19-Good news should be forthcoming for your family. Accept any help that may come your way. Benefits are close-by for hard work you have done. AQUARIUS - Jan. 20 to Feb. 18-Follow conventional methods this week. Try to keep your conversation from wandering. Say what you mean and mean what you say!

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PISCES - Feb. 19 to March 20—ls you pray, obstacles won’t seem insurmountable. Go slow and easy with your daily tasks Circumstances are changing favorably. ARIES - March 21 to April 20—An unexpected visitor may be anticipated. Conversation should be enjoyable and enlightening. Tighten purse strings to avoid overspending. TAURUS - April 21 to May 20-Clear out unwanted items you own, paving the way to better organization in your home, let unwanted friendships vanish into the past. GEMINI — May 21 to June 20-Travel is in order now, but control an urge to be fickle. CANCER - June 21 to July 22—Your intuition is working well. Practice moderation in all that you do. LEO - July 23 to Aug. 22-The time has come to replenish your wardrobe. You will feel much better when you know you are welldressed. VIRGO - Aug. 23 to Sept. 22-The time has come for you to remind yourself that education is a continuing process. Expand your horizons by taking a course in something that interests you.

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