The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 45, Milford, Kosciusko County, 26 November 1980 — Page 13
North Webster News By MARY LEE WILLMAN
On the Kentucky side of the Ohio River
(EDITOR'S NOTE Fourth in a series about vacation trip to Madison abd surrounding area and Shakertown, •<x) On the Kentucky side of the Ohio River, just a short distance from Madison, is General Butler State Park. The park is located in an area of beautifully wooded hills surrounding a large manmade lake. This reporter and her husband (following advise from friends) spent a day seeing the park and its facilities. We enjoyed a very nice noon meal in the dining room of the park's rustic main lodge. Two walls of the dining room were made of glass from floor to ceiling. They provided a scenic view of the wooded hills. The park's nine-hole golf course looked to this reporter like it is better suited to mountain goats than humans. We noticed most of the golfers were using carts rather than covering the course on foot. General Butler’s home is being restored but is not yet open to the public. It is a charming old brick mansion well suited to the life style of a general of yester year. No one we talked to seemed to know exactly who General Butler was, only that he had done something important. The park is open year-round and offers: Horseback and pony rides, tennis, hiking, camping.
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fishing, playgrounds, a miniature railroad, boating, miniature golf, a recreation building, vacation cottages and swimming. There was an assortment of pre-civil war mansions to be seen along the Kentucky side of the Ohio River and the road to the park. Some were private homes, others obviously being restored and still others were deserted and falling to pieces. We were impressed to see paintings and drawings by local artists on display in many public places, both in Kentucky and Indiana. They added a special insight for the vacationer who only has time to skim the surface of the area’s beauty, history and points of interest. As one of Indiana’s very early settlements, Madison has much to offer in the way of culture, architecture and history. The town has more untouched examples of Federal Architecture than any other town in the Old Northwest Territory. Federal is considered to be the first American style of architecture. The oldest existing public building inside the city limits was built in 1835. Today it is used as an auditorium. The Talbott-Hiatt Pioneer Garden dates from about 1820. One of early Madison’s six known community wells is located in the garden. It supplied water for the
entire neighborhood and walkways were built from street to street to provide easy access to the water supply. The Cisco Store Building has a cast-iron front made by an early iron foundry. It was built in the mid-1800s and has been restored and adapted as a shop. Wooden forms for horse saddles, that were sold all over the world, were made at the Schroeder Saddle Tree Factory. It was a one family business that operated in the mid-1800s. More than 100 civic minded women have joined together to form Madison's Docent Associates. They work as volunteer tour guides in the historic old homes and buildings that are open to the public. The existence of an early iron foundry probably explains the abundance of lacy, wrought iron fences, railings, window guards and other ornamentation that can be seen throughout the historic old river town. One overwhelming point of interest for this reporter’s husband was a Madison speciality shop that carried 32 varieties of ice cream. It's a blessing that the stuff is not addictive. There has been a lot of calorie counting going on around here since we got home.
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STREET SCENE — The above photo shows a street scene in historic old Madison with Federal style architecture. Elegant wrought iron fencing, made in the mid 1880 s highlights the buildings.
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BUTLER HOME — General Butler’s home, located in General Butler State Park, Carrolton, Kyis not far from Madison.
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MEMBERS OF Lydia Circle will meet December 2 at the home of Gail Underwood. The lesson will be presented by Betty McNair. —o— CHRISTMAS IS fast approaching and the name of any local man or woman serving in the armed forces is wanted by the American Legion Auxiliary. Call Eleanor Enyeart or Mrs. Wayne Jernigan. -oIN THE hospital — Bob Hunt and Paul Purdy, Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. —oA CHRISTMAS carry-in salad brunch is planned for 10 a.m., December 11, at North Webster United Methodist Church by
Barbee Conservation club has carry-in, elects officers
Tables were decorated with sprays of bittersweet for the November 18 carry-in supper and business meeting of Barbee Conservation Club The meeting was held at Barbee Conservation Club building. Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag was led by Waldo Bostel, president. The invocation was given by Dorothy Thornburg. Harold Henry read the treasurer’s report. Ruth Bostel submitted her letter of resignation from the Board of Directors stating the reason as health problems. The trustees report pertaining to furnace repair and snow removal at the club house was given by Paul Thornburg. President Bostel announced plans are underway for publicity explaining the club’s community safety program. A carry-in dinner was served. Guest speaker was Bob Nelson of the Kosciusko County Health Dept. He told the results of the October 25 water testing on Big and Little Barbee Lakes. There were 15 samples taken but the
Welcome Wagon Chib of The Lakes. A program about decorative gift wrapping will be presented. Those attending are asked to take their own table service and a homemade or white elephant item for the gift exchange. —oLINDA HANEY has been released from Whitley County Hospital, Columbia City and is now recuperating at home. j-o— A HANGING Os The Greens Ceremoney will take place November 30 at North Webster United Methodist Church. -oBOUQUETS TO Jill Siiger who was awarded the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers scholarship.
findings were inconclusive due to cool weather and high water. He advised that further testing will take place next spring, funds permitting. A state biologist will attend a future meeting to discuss water testing. It was suggested that a committee be formed to cooperate on plans for conservation and use of the lakes. The committee would consist of representatives from the Barbee Property Owners Assoc., Dept, of Natural Resources, County Board of Health and Barbee Conservation Club. A donation was sent to this years WOWO Penny Pitch. Election John Weyler is chairman of the nominating committee. A slate of new officers was presented. They Eire: Frank Moser — president Weyler — vice-president Elsie Steiner — secretary Harold Henry — treasurer Trustee — Bob Steiner. Thornburg and Gene Pettit. Board of Directors, one year: Ethel Elston, Mrs. Thornburg, Kay Wilson, Norma Moser, Allen Hart, Ida Hart, Birnie Beamer and Ann Beamer. Board of Directors, two years: Joan Pettit, Dolores Weyler, Nelson, A. W. Gunk el, Mike Janacek, Jan Janacek, Frank Kurth and Pauline Gunkel. Mr. and Mrs. John Buchanan were welcomed as new members. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Cole, Evansville were guests. Members of the dinner committee were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Maule, Mr. and Mrs. Kurth and Mr. and Mrs. Orville Miller. The club Christmas party is scheduled for December 16. A gift exchange is planned. Those attending are asked to take a covered dish and their own table service. Efficient Homemakers meet at Paynes' Group singing of “Come Ye Thankful People” was led by Della Helvey at the November 20 meeting of Efficient Homemakers Club. The ladies met at the home of Hanna Payne with Betty Lou Shock assisting. Devotions were given by Viola Richcreek. She read a poem entitled, “Thanks For”. Verna Lindemood conducted a health and safety quiz. Mrs. Payne’s citizenship report pertained to, ‘Stone Soup ’.
Jill is a freshman student at Ball State University majoring in music. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Siiger. —O'ALICE RINKER has been released from Parkview Hospital Fort Wayne and is now recuperating at home. —o— MEMBERS OF The Come-Join-Us Class at North Webster United Methodist Church enjoyed a progressive dinner party on November 22. —o— CORRECTION — North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters Christmas party will be held December 10 instead of December 8. It will be held at the home of Catherine Bause. —o— HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING! —o— Till next week...
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Doris Walls told how to dry flowers. Janet Minton, explained the benefits of drying food. Dues were payed. A donation was sent to the Mental Health Assoc. Alice Long reported on the fall luncheon. The door prize was presented to Mrs. Richcreek. Mrs. Helvey will be hostess for the December 8 Christmas party. November is the club’s anniversary month. A special decorated cake was made by Mrs. Wall It was served with ice cream following the business session. Euchre party at Pythian Hall A euchre party was enjoyed on November 19 at the North Webster Pythian Hall. Effie Vanator placed high and Lynn Blue placed second. The door prize was presented to Jane Kuhn. Refreshments of carmel corn, cookies and coffee were served. Corinne Staples and Georgia Cormican were co-chairmen of the planning committee.
Tippecanoe Township Club plans for Christmas parade
Roll call was answered by 19 members and three guests during the November 19 meeting of. Tippecanoe Township Extension Homemakers Club. The meeting was held at the home of Pauline Gunkel, Lake Tippecanoe. The club has been asked to provide a decorated car for the extension homemakers section in the November 28 Christmas Parade at Warsaw. Club members asked to ride in the car were Ruth Hamman, Goldie Hunnicutt and Ruth Mickley. The guests were May Grodrian, Dolores Weyler and Audrey Stuart. The meeting was opened by Ruth Dunker, president. She read a poem entitled, “Thankful Heart” by Helen S. Rice. Pledge to the American flag and the club creed were repeated in unison. Minutes of the last meeting were read by June Miller. Mrs. Miller also read a letter from the county Mental Health Association. A report was given of the recent county trip to Indianapolis. Those attending were Mrs. Dunker, Dot Kurth, Helen Wichern, Jean Hamilton, Catherine Bause, Harriett Hidy and Dorothy Thornburg. Mrs. Hamilton, chairman of the charity committee, announced that a winter coat has been purchased for a needy child. Suggestions were made for Christmas charity projects. Plans are already underway for the observance of Homemakers Week, May 3-9, 1981. Club members were also asked to provide food tray favors for patients at KCH. Ida Hart’s garden report pertained to the care of Christmas cactus plants. She showed a color picture of a Christmas cactus in full bloom. Prayer was led by Mrs. Thornburg. A carry-in dinner was served at noon. Several members received birthday gifts from their secret pals. Mrs. Thornburg’s citizenship lesson pertained to President William Howard Taft. It was Auxiliary plans for Christmas A short business session was held November 18 by North Webster American Legion Auxiliary. Plans were finalized for the December 11 Christmas party. The Christmas party will be held at 6:30 p.m. at a local restaurant. A gift exchange is planned. With the approach of the holiday season auxiliary members are looking for the names of any local person presently .serving in the armed forces. For further information call Eleanor Enyeart or Diane Jernigan.
Wed., November 26,1980 —THE MAIL-JOURNAL
Backwater Friends to sponsor holiday project
Nina Sutton, vice president, was in charge of the business session at the November 20 meeting of Backwater Friends Club Sara Rhoades was hostess. She was assisted by Phyllis Bennett. Roll call response was, “What I Want For Christmas.” A donation was made to the county Mental Health Christmas
Sunshine Club makes donations
Helen Bolt was hostess for the November 18 carry-in Thanksgiving dinner of Sunshine Extension Homemakers Club. Doris Williamson assisted the hostess. The ladies voted to make a donation to the mental health association. It was announced that a donation of linens has been made to the Warsaw Shelter Care Center. Roll call was answered by 17 members.
noted that President Taft weighed over 300 pounds: would fall asleep at conferences or while signing papers and once got stuck in the White House bath tub. He was the last president to keep a cow on the White House lawn Her name was Pauline and she lived in the garage with the President’s cars. Mrs. Taft planted the first cherry tree in Washington D C. The importance and dangers of salt in the human diet were discussed by Mrs. Kurth Mrs. Kurth also gave the lesson, “Be A Better Shopper”. She showed colored slides and talked about coping with inflation. The club Christmas dinner party will be held December 17 at the home of Mrs. Bause. There will be a grab bag gift exchange. Members are to bring items for a gift basket to be presented to a shut-in.
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program. It was announced that the club will sponsor a Holiday Charity Project. The lesson, “Be A Better Shopper” was given by Fran Bowser. Doris Paulus was a guest. Marna Hollar will be hostess for the Christmas party. A gift exchange is planned
Reports were made by. Ruth Menzie. health and safety; Christine Anderson, garden remarks; Violet Kilgore, citizenship. The club Christmas party will be held at the Shrine building in Warsaw. Officers will be the hostesses. A gift exchange is planned. Betty Fosser was welcomed as a new member. -NWSpecial board meeting at North Webster The Town of North Webster will hold a special board meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 7 p.m. in the town hall The Eckhert's Addition sewer line extension will be discussed Milford woman in Warsaw mishap A jeep driven by Thelma M. Rogers, 46, Milford, was hit from behind in Warsaw by an auto driven by Hartman Yates, 69, r 5 Warsaw, Friday, Nov. 21. Two passengers in the Yates car were injured. According to the police, Edith Yates, 61, r 5 Warsaw, sustained a bump on her left, lower leg and Mae V. Manuel, 59, Etna Green, com plained of pain and swelling in her left leg. Yates was traveling east in the 900 block of Center Street when his vehicle bumped the rear of the Rogers jeep. Yates was cited for following too closely by Warsaw City Police Sgt. Ted Dobbins.
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