The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 45, Milford, Kosciusko County, 26 November 1980 — Page 1

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VOLUME 17

End of year is High Noon' —

Will Lakeland teachers go on strike?

ByKIMHIEBER and JERISEELY The question most often asked by area residents these days • seems to be ? whether or not Lakeland Community School Corporation teachers will go out on strike when their current contract runs out December 31? JF Mb A GEORGE GILBERT " talking about a strike is premature

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DON N. ARNOLD were not refusing a raise

Shriners to sponsor free mini-clinic for children

The Kosciusko County Shrine Club will sponsor a free miniclinic for children through the age of 17 at the Shrine Building on the fairgrounds on Saturday, Nov. 29. The clinic is designed to identify children for treatment at the Shrine Crippled Children’s

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EMERGENCY KIT — Members of the Barbee Conservation Chib display their emergency first aid kit. From left are Paul Thornburg, Harold Henry, Bob Steiner, Jay Duncan and Waldo Bostel. (Photo by Priscilla Goon)

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The teachers and the school corporation are at an impasse. It appears likely that a settlement will not be reached prior to the December 31 deadline although many are still hoping for an agreement before time runs out. “Should the Lakeland contract expire and not be settled by the end of the year, the possibility does exist for a strike," said Lera Reinholt, Lakeland Community Educators Association president. It is against the law for teachers to strike in the state of Indiana. However, if they so elect to break the law, it will be January 5 before the strike goes into effect. A job action may be pulled prior to the Christmas holiday. Superintendent Don H. Arnold said if the teachers do call a strike for January 5 students will still report on that day, a decision will then be made as to whether or not classes will be held. He further stated athletic events would be continued with administrators serving as coaches if the need arises. LCEA negotiations chairman Philip Metcalf stated, “At this

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LERA REINHOLT the possibility does exist

Hospital in Chicago After care of burn injuries will be referred to the Shriners’ Burn Unit at Cincinnati. A staff of doctors and nurses from the Shrine Hospital working with local medical personnel who have volunteered their services will make examinations from 1-4 p.m. that day.

See chart on page 2 time a strike could happen, but it is not necessary. However, teachers are upset. We have set up plans for striking and other actions if they become necessary, although I would not care to elaborate on them at this time." Some teachers have been almost militant in their actions during the past few days. Substitute teachers have been told that if teachers go on strike they had better not work because they have kids in school. Other substitute teachers have simply been cautioned not to report to work if a strike occurs. Another staff member, not a teacher, was told she would have her tires slashed if she reported during a strike. Administrators have noted nonunion teachers are breaking down into tears because of pressure being applied by LCEA members. Teachers in the corporation are wearing tags that read, “Were Mad, Ask us Why!" and “Teachers Want a Contract Now.” In one school teachers have been seen wearing black

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PHILIP METCALF it is not necessary

Children afflicted with congential deformation; diseases of the bone, muscles or joints; curvature of the spine; brittlebone disease; juvenile arthritis and club feet; cerebral palsy; and previously burned children are invited to attend the clinic. For more information contact John Kleeman in Warsaw.

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arm bands. In answer to the ask us why name tag some teachers have told students they don't get enough money to put bread and butter on the table. Unlike other area school corporations, the Lakeland teachers are under a calendaryear contract. The LCEA seeks a school-year contract. Other areas of concern at this time are insurance, a sick leave bank and a large gap in salary. “We re hoping the public understands that taxes will not be increased because we want pay increases. We have teachers who are eligible for reduced lunches and food stamps under the current terms," tells Metcalf. A chart is published on page 2 of this issue listing the proposed salary schedule as recommended by the fact finder and approved by the school corporation. It is for Milford to apply for HUD funds The town of Milford anticipate * preparing a pre-application for HUD’s small cities program CDB. This is a competitive program and more preapplications will be received by HUD thai\can be funded. The town of Milford is considering applying for funds to be used to initiate a neighborhood improvement program including housing rehabilitation, acquisition, relocation, sewer lines, etc., in the area east of the railroad tracks. The town invites suggestions of alternative and or additional improvement neighborhoods. Public hearings will be held on Monday, Dec. 1, and Monday. Dec. 8, in the town hall on Main Street in Milford at 7 p.m. to provide residents an opportunity to submit their views and proposals and to more freely explain . the program. The program can fund a broad range of activities including: street, water supply, drainage and sanitary sewer improvements, park acquisition and improvements, demolition of unsafe structures, rehabilitation of housing, neighborhood facilities and the like. The activities must be designed to benefit low-moderate income persons and to eliminate slums and the like. All citizens of the town of Milford are invited to attend the meeting and help the town plan this program.

'Blizzard of '7B' sparked Barbee disaster plan

By MARY LEE WILLMAN The Barbee Lakes area is a fast growing community of yearround homes as well as permanent and seasonal residents. The big blizzard of a few winters ago started some people thinking. It was obvious that in case of a wide spread disaster Barbee could be isolated and without medical help for hours or even several days. People could also be without food, shelter and other necessities of life that can be destroyed by fire, wind, snow or electrical storms. A group at Barbee Conservation Club got together, discussed the problem, and decided to see what could be done. The idea was approved by the board of directors. With Waldo Bostel, president; Paul Thornburg, trustee; Harold Henry, treasurer; Bob Steiner, trustee; Jay Duncan (who is an EMT); Frank Moser, vice

the nine-month school year and does pot include fringe benefits such as extra duty pay, life insurance, family medical insurance, etc. A teacher with no experience and a bachelor’s degree receives a present salary of $10,490. The fact finder recommended $11,487, an increase of $997. An increment increase of SB3 in September would give a total increase of SI,OBO ora 10.3 per cent increase. A teacher with 22 years experience and a bachelor’s degree receives a present salary of (Continued on page 2) Santa makes debut Santa Claus will make his season debut in Syracuse Sunday, Nov. 30. Syracuse stores will be open from 12 noon to 4 p.m. and Santa will roam throughout the stores greeting shoppers and irchildren. At 4 p.m., children will gather with Santa Claus at the Scout Cabin in Crosson Park where they will be served treats and sing Christmas carols. The Syracuse Elementary School Choir, under the direction of Virginia Ditmer, will also be at the Scout Cabin at 4 p.m. and sing Christmas carols. Kappa Omicron Sorority will be in charge of activities at the Scout Cabin. The refreshements will be furnished by the SyracuseWawasee Chamber of Commerce.. . Many Syracuse stores will remain open on Sundays and evenings throughout the holiday season. Milford merchants/ street dept, to hold special meeting Milford Street Department Superintendent Ron Conley ask Milford downtown merchants to attend a special meeting Monday, Dec. 1, at 9 a.m. at the fire station. “Your presence and cooperation will help your street department do the best possible job in the months to come to keep our downtown area safe and easily accessible for your customers and patrons,” stated Conley.

Other photos on page 5 president; and Frank Golden, trustee, leading the way a plan of action was formulated. A meeting was held with the North Webster EMS and Township Trustee Dick Mitchell. The North Webster men admitted they had long been concerned about the Barbee area. They pledged to help and support such a plan in any way possible. It was found that eight trained medical people live within a few minutes of the conservation club building. About 20 club members are trained in CPR and about 20* persons, knowledgeable in emergency procedures, could be at the building within seconds. More volunteers could be on the scene as needed. Due to the unique arrangement of population dispersement throughout the Barbee Lakes every attempt has been made to anticipate possible problems.

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HERALDING IN THE CHRISTMAS SEASON — Syracuse merchants will herald in the Christmas shopping season Nov. 30, when most stores will be open from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Santa Claus will make his season debut that day also and will visit with local children at the Scout Cabin in Syracuse at 4 p.m. Many Syracuse stores will remain open on Sundays and evenings during , the holiday season. Pictured above are Sherry Hoover of My Store, Linda Crow of Star Store and Barbara Meyer of Anchor Man. (Photo bv Terri Chilcote)

Getting tough with shoplifters

A number of Syracuse retail merchants are planning to get tough with shoplifters, a cursory survey of several such merchants made early this week reveals. Shoplifting is definitely on the rise in retail stores, according to John B. Augsburger, owner operator of Augsburger’s Super Valu store in Wawasee Village He claims tighter economy is partially responsible for the rash of shoplifting. Caught 17-Year-Old . Augsburger, who is also this area's State Senator, said a 17-year-old was caught in his store last iweek, which was cause for the get-tough policy. He said, “We intend to prosecute shoplifters, and the quicker this is made known the better.” He said they had two or three shoplifting incidents in the past month. Augsburger said he didn’t intend to point the finger to young folks solely, but that shoplifting has no age limit. He said

People came forward and offered the use of their pontoons and other boats, snowmobiles, motorcycles, trucks, vans, fourwheel drives and station wagons to help transport the injured and homeless to a place of safety. Others have offered to open their homes as shelters. One of the big problems with any wind storm (and Indiana has plenty of those) is the blockage of roads, etc., by downed trees and debris. With that in mind the club has a long list of names of men who own gas powered chain saws. Willadean Duncan (an EMT) was able to provide a large, complete, first aid kit for the project. Then the club purchased a burn unit with medicated sterile dressings for burns or trauma cases. An assortment of adjustable splints (even for fingers) was donated by the North Webster EMS. The splints were wrapped

normally shoplifting is worse during the holiday season. He wants it known that all employees in his store have been alerted to watch for shoplifters and to turn them in to the management. I Tom Kitch Speaks ''••J At its Friday, Oct. 10, meeting the Retail Division of the

Milford Jaycees sponsoring 'Toys for Tots' project

The Milford Jaycees are sponsoring a toys for tots project. They will be placing boxes around town for people to place unwanted toys in. These toys will be repaired and cleaned and given to children of the community who might not receive toys for Christmas any other way this year Any toy will be accepted. The jayceettes are assisting with the project. Ministers and school officials have offered to submit names of

and taped by members of the Barbee Hoosier Club. Central Shelter The conservation club building would serve as a central shelter and control station with other satellite stations and shelters that can be put into operation as needed. According to Bostel, “We could house and feed a couple of hundred people at one time if necessary.” A pre-arranged method of quick and easy identification of authorized personnel has been established. It will go into effect whenever emergency conditions arise. Jay Duncan stated, “Ever since the blizzard this county has become very safety conscious. Whenever there is a weather alert, watch posts are set up around the township. Reports go out on the fire and police radio frequencies. A method that will be used for communication in

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Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Tom Kitch, probation officer on the county sheriff’s staff, spoke to the problem of juvenile crime as it pertains to shoplifting, and had a young reformed shoplifter to detail his story of crime until he “saw the (Continued on page 2)

families who are needy. Don Beer, Jr., is chairman of the project and may be contacted for questions. The project will run through December 13 and the toys will.be delivered the following week. Drop boxes for the toys are located at Schwartz’s Super Valu, Walter Drugs, Dolls Decorating, First National Bank’s Milford Branch and the Milford Junior High School.

case of a power failure. The stored medical supplies contain no drugs or medication of any kind with the exception of Ipecac Syrup which if swallowed will promptly cause vomiting. Due to past problems ’ with vandalism most all equipment, etc., pertaining to the disaster program is not being stored in the club house. But, it is located in various places where it can be put into service in a matter of minutes. Steiner, Bostel, Henry and other club members stressed how very cooperative, supportive and helpful members of the North Webster EMS, Dick Mitchell and residents of the Barbee area have been. At the present time members of the conservation club are trying to locate pon able oxygen units. Thornburg noted, “This is one of those things that you want to have ready, but hope you never need to use.”