The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 44, Milford, Kosciusko County, 19 November 1980 — Page 16

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., November 19,1980

North Webster News ByMAßV leewillman

Cliffy Falls park scenery compared to Swiss Alps

(EDITOR'S NOTE Third in a series about vacation trip to Madison and surrounding area and Shakertown. Ky) The scenery in Clifty Falls State park at Madison has been comparted to that of the Swiss Alps. * The deeply cut gorges, sheer rock walls, plunging water falls and bed rock exposures of Clifty Falls and the Swiss Alps were both formed a million years ago by the Ice Age. Bed rock exposures of shale and limestone in the park are among the oldest in Indiana. They are 150 million years older than southwestern Indiana's coal bearing deposits. The area provides abundant opportunities for the study of fossil remains of ancient marine life In 1920. Clifty Falls Park was presented to the State of Indiana as a gift from the people of Jefferson County. It consisted of 617 acres. There are five major and numerous minor waterfalls in the park. Big Clifty is at an elevation near the general level of the county. From there Clifty Creek plunges more than 70-feet to the canyon floor. The canyon continues for nearly three miles, descending another 250 feet to a point where it joins the Ohio River. On a recent sunny fall day this

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reporter and her husband hiked to Big and Little Clifty and the Tunnel Falls. The cliffs were so sheer that wooden steps with a hand railing provided the only way down to the canyon floor. Huge tree tops soared to neck breaking heights above us. Their roots were buried far below in the canyon walls and floor. As we descended the steps we stopped often to admire varieties of moss, wild flowers and the daring little chipmunks who were scurring about. Beautiful fems and mosses also flourished on the canyon floor. As we sat surrounded by autumn colors and watched the water splashing and cascading over rugged limestone ledges the scene was majestic almost beyond description. It was a real surprise to see huge numbers of vultures over the park. They nest along the cliffs and soar and glide through the air displaying a six-foot wing spread. They were especially noticeable at dusk as they headed for their rocky roosting places in large flocks. Other native birds provided bright flashes of color as they flew through the trees and undergrowth. The park has an abundance of large oak trees. We hadn’t hiked very far when we discovered that falling acorns could cause a painful thump on the head. From then on this reporter left most of the “looking up’’ to her husband who was wearing safety glasses

The front porch at Clifty Inn overlooks the Ohio River. Barges and pleasure boats could always be seen moving up and down the waterway. A very slow drive through the park, just after dark, became a nightly event during our week’s stay. The winding road provided excellent opportunities to see deer as they grazed or moved about. We had a good look at five before the week was over. Raccoons viewed us with annoyance when our car lights caught them raiding a garbage can or helping themselves to a picnic basket left by late evening hikers. In the darkness thick trees coming together overhead caused the curving road to look like it was plunging into a black tunnel. The foliage took on a subduel golden hue in the headlights but tree trunks and stumps became grotesque shapes and cast strange dancing shadows. Darkness seemed to transform the beautiful woods into another world. Everything was pitch black except for the car lights and a full moon that played “hide and seek” with a few wispy clouds. It was an eerie but hauntingly, facinating way to spend an autumn evening. There is plenty to do at Clifty Falls besides hike and observe nature. There is also: tennis, Cruises on the Ohio, swimming in the Olympic size pool, picnicking, camping, Clifty Inn, a nature center, tours of Historic Madison, slide shows and nature talks. In 1965 land was purchased from the Madison State Hospital and the park was more than doubled in size.

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MEMBERS OF Chapter DA of the P.E.O. Sisterhood were hosts for a reception following the organizational meeting of Chapter DK, North Manchester. It was held November 8 at Timbercrest Church of the Brethren Home Chapel. , Eleanor Davidson was the presiding officer. Sponsoring chapters w ere C Y of Kokomo and CZ of South Bend. Those attending from Chapter DA were: Velma Pfleiderer, Anna Marie Pritchett, Ruth Boyer, Virginia Miner and Verna Lindemood. > DK is the 115th P.E.O. Chapter to be organized in Indiana. —o— YEAR AROUND family activities are being planned by Lakeland Snowmobile Club. New members and visitors are always welcome. —o— BOUQUETS TO the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Indiana State Police for the prompt, courteous and efficient way they handled a possible breaking and entering call last week. This reporter was impressed.

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UNUSUAL OUTCROPPING — An unusual limestone outcropping along one of the hiking trails in Clifty Falls State Park. Madisoh, is shown above.

Bazaar receives support

During the November 11 meeting of Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority it was reported that the recent Christmas Bazaar received enthusiastic community support. The ladies met at the home of Jan Moser.

During the business session it was announced that six members of the group recently toured Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis. While there they presented two, large red wooden wagons to the hospital play room. The wagons had been decorated with cartoon and story book characters by Betty Richcreek.

MR. AND Mrs. Karl Waugh are the parents of a baby daughter born November 11 at KCH. The little girl tipped the scales at eight pounds, five ounces and has been named Kara Ann. —oORPHA FOSTER and Deb Searer have just returned home from a vacation trip. They visited New Orleans, La.; Orlando, Fla.; Savannah, Ga.: and Lynchburg. Va. —o— On NOVEMBER 25 at 7:30 p.m., a talk and film on “Rape Prevention” will be presented at the Counting House Bank. It is being sponsored by Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority and is open to the public. —O’north WEBSTER Community Thanksgiving service is scheduled for 7 p.m., November 26, at North Webster United Methodist Church. Rev. Charles Taylor of Morris Chapel United Methodist Church will be guest speaker. —o— LINDA BLOSS, Indianapolis, was guest of honor at a noon luncheon given November 11 at the home of Anna Marie Pritchett. Lake Tippecanoe. -o— A STAR is born — Her name is Karen Parr and she volunteered to play the part of Santa at the recent Community Christmas Bazaar. She did such a fantastic job the real Santa may decide to stay at the North Pole this year and turn all duties over to Karen. -oIN THE hospital — John Ditmore. Goshen Hospital, Goshen; Robert Hunt, Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne: Joe Burrin, KCH: Carl Holloway, Saint Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. —O—MEMBERS OF Lakeland Snowmobile Club who attended the ISA Convention held November at Indianapolis were: Bob Breyer, Mr. and Mrs. Don Strauss, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Packard, Greg Long and Dino Coverstone. —o— BOUQUETS TO the folks at North Webster United Methodist Church for all their dedication and hard work.

Those visiting the hospital were Sally Gillum. Janet Allen, Marilynn Brower, Pat Hormann, Laura Custer and Mrs. Richcreek.

Recognition was given to Mrs. Brower and Becky Rhoades who served as co-chairmen of the Christmas bazaar.

Special recognition was given to Karen Parr who dressed up like Santa Claus to add a festive note to the bazaar.

A Christmas party is planned for sorority members and invited guests. It will be held December 6 at the home of Mrs. Parr. Marian Breyer will be hostess for the social hour proceeding the party.

They were able to have a mortgage burning ceremony last Sunday. —o— WITH ALL its faults America is still the greatest country in the world. If you don't think so just try living someplace else. —o— Till next week .... *

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Quilting club goes shopping A shopping trip was enjoyed on November 10 by 12 members of Lakeland Quilting club. Fabric for future projects was purchased and a bakery was visited at Shipshewana. The ladies also visited a cheese house near Middlebury. A quilt display was viewed following luncheon at Das Essenhaus. Those participating were Sadie Reynolds, Norma Moser, Lucille Hobell, Dolores Weyler, Katherine Schmidt, Leia Ledyard, Ann Beamer, Ruth Dunker, Verna Lindemood, Meriam Mason, lvalue Turner and Carol Clark. There will be a demonstration of Christmas quilting projects at 10 am., November 24, at the home of Mrs. Mason. Goodwill Club sets project Goodwill Extension Homemakers met November 12 at the House Os Friendship. Refreshments were served by Moscilene Deaton and Mrs. Eldon Watkins. The serving table was decorated in keeping with fall and the Thanksgiving season. Mrs. Deaton gave devotions. She read a poem, “Keep America In Your Care” and a prayer by Peter Marshall. The lesson, “Be A Better Shopper,” was presented by Mrs. Robert Bush. It was announced that the club charity project will be to prepare plates of fruit, nuts and candy for shut-ins. Mrs. Bush received the door prize. A Christmas party and gift exchange is planned for the next meeting date. It will be held at the home of Mrs. Bernard Roberts. A carry-in dinner will be served at noon. Guests present were Wendy Roberts and Matthew Grady. Past Chiefs meet at Staples' home , Corinne Staples was hostess for the November 12 meeting of Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters Guests present were Phyllis Engle and Virginia Grimes. Following the business session euchre was played. Romayne Shock placed high and Alroma Green placed low. The door prize was given to Miss Engle.

A Christmas party will be held at the home of Catherine Bause on the second Monday evening of December. There will be a gift exchange. Secret Sister names will be revealed and new names drawn. During the November 10 meeting of North Webster Pythian Sisters a report Was given of past and future money making projects. Lucille White was welcomed as a new member. She transfered to the North Webster Temple from the Milan. 111., Temple Refreshments were served by Romayne Shock and Catherine Bause. New hostess for Welcome Wagon Carolyn Kerlin is the new Welcome Wagon hostess. The announcement was made during the November 13 meeting of Welcome Wagon Club of the Lakes. The group met at North Webster United Methodist Church. It was reported that proceeds from the recent plant sales were donated to the EMS. North Webster EMS received $.160 dollars and the Syracuse EMS received $175 dollars. The craft group toured shops at Goshen on October 30. A luncheon was enjoyed at Peddlers Village. Mrs. Kerlin gave a program on antique kitchen utensils. She explained patent markings and how to find collectible items. The Christmas party will be held at the Counting House Bank on December 11. Guests present were Yvonne Hoffman. Sue Jenkins and Ila Geyer. Election of officers is scheduled for December Snowmobilers hear report on haunted house A report of the haunted house project was made during the November 3 meeting of Lakeland Snowmobile Club held at Camelot Hall The club Halloween party, carry-in supper, hayride and haunted house tour was held October 29. There were 60 persons in attendance. Prizes were awarded for the best costumes. On October 28 a group of 44 Cub Scouts and their friends from Syracuse also toured the clubhaunted house. All funds from the haunted house project will be donated to charity.

Sgt. Tom Jacks from Ligonier State Police Post gave a talk and showed a film about snowmobile safety. A special board meeting was held November 12 at the home of Dino Coverstone. By-laws were reviewed. Suggested revisions will be brought before the general membership at the next meeting. It was announced that Bob Breyer has taken a special ISA course and is now a qualified instructor. He will be conducting snowmobile safety classes for children. It was noted at the ISA convention, held November 1 at Indianapolis, that Kosciusko County has the second highest snowmobile registration in the state. Allen County has the highest. At the present t ie the Lakeland club is interested in developing more snowmobile trails in Kosciusko County. Members were asked to remember the food basket charity project. There will be three baskets of food provided for three needy families in the community. Christmas Party There will be a family Christmas party at 6 p.m., December 8. at Camelot Hall. A carry-in supper will be served and a visit from Santa is expected. Year around family activities and projects are being planned. More information will be available at a later date. The snowmobile club is a family organization. Guests are welcome at anytime. More information may be obtained by calling Mr. and Mrs Calvin Packard, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Mitchell or Dino Coverstone. —NW— Break-in at Serenade, Maple Leaf last week Two Milford area businesses, Serenade Foods and Maple Leaf Farms. Inc., on CR 200E. were broken into last week. Money from a vending machine was taken November 9 or 10 from Serenade Foods County police said that burglars used small handtools to break into the vending machine and cabinets. It was unknown how entry was made into the building. Occurring sometime during the night of November 11 or eiarly on November 12, a door window was broken at Maple Leaf Farms, across the road from Serenade Foods. Locked file cabinets were pulled open and a laboratory door was broken, however, nothing was found to be missing. Damage was estimated at S2OO