The Mail-Journal, Volume 18, Number 4, Milford, Kosciusko County, 11 February 1981 — Page 1

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fl a ■ •jx‘y .: fl KS| * • ; ■ -•m ajhj^inKj^ 11 '' lij jl ~ k-=?r- W wr ' ' •*&-i- ■--■ - .' . itzsß ** -a WINTER FVN — Ron Daniels and Mark Walker were having fun on W hitehead Hill. Saturday, Feb. 7. at the second annual Syracuse Winter Carnival. This year the sledding event was sponsored by the Lakeland Kiwanis and held on Whitehead Hill, across from the citypark. One of the judges for the sledding event was Don Freel. watching the sled come down the hill. The Winter Carnival was a total success with a large turnout of spectators and participants who came from as far away as Indianapolis and the upper peninsula of Michigan. The Syracuse Retail Merchants are already planning next year's eveA which may be for two days. See other carnival pictures on page 18. < Photo by Deb Fox) ‘>-. . . ° Winter Carnival winners named

People from as far away as Upper- Michigan and Indianapolis joined local residents to make the second annual Syracuse Winter Carnival. Saturday. Feb 7. a big success despite the cold weather The day. which began with a breakfast at the American Legion Post and ended with fire works, was filled with fun, competition and people trying to keep warm Included in the day’s activities were ski demonstrations, ice skating events. , snowmobile events, sleigh rides, snowmobile rides, torch parade, snow sculpture contest and ice boat races The balloon ride was canceled due to the high winds The balloon owners tried several times throughout the afternoon to raise the balloon but the wind spoiled the attempts This annual winter carnival is being looked at by the sponsors. Syracuse Park Board and Syracuse-Wawasee Retail Merchants division, as being a two-day spectacular next year Plans are in the process already by the two organizations Competitors came from all over the State for the snowmobile events Winners in the adult poker ran were Dan List. North Webster, first; Steve Yoder. Syracuse, second; and Jerry Clay ba ugh, Syracuse, third. In the pylon race events, the adult winners were Lowell Ensinger, Syracuse, first; Mrs. Lowell t Melinda > Ens in ger, second; and Bob McClintock, Syracuse, third. The junior champions were Ronnie Wheat, Anderson, first; Dan Clodfelter, Syracuse, second; and Steven Binsinger, Syracuse, third. Sledding The sledding events, were held ' on Whitehead Hill this year Winners included, kindergarten through third grade, singles. Travis Edgar. Syracuse, first; Danny GaUm«er. Syracuse, second; and Joshua Watts. Syracuse, thud. In the same age

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group, doubles division, Travis Edgar and Ann Smith, first; Mandy Smith and Joshua Watts, second, and Brent Baker and Greg Teghtmeyer. third All the winners in this age group are from Syracuse In grades four through six. singles division winners were Susie Hapner. Syracuse, first. Angie Keim, Syracuse, second. Mike Clodfelter, Syracuse, third Double winners were Christy Cobbum and Susie Hapner. first; Ron Trolson and Mike Clodfelter. second; and Jeff Shields 9 and Mark Mast, thud All these winners are from Syracuse. Seventh through ninth grade winners in the singles division were Dan Clodfelter. first; Craig Cobbum. second; . and Mark Walker, third. In the doubles division. Dan Clodfelter and Mark Walker, first; Scotty Yates and Ron Daniels, second; and Craig Cobbum and Russ Yates, third AU these winners are from Syracuse Adult sledding winners included, singles division. Rick Baker, first; Ken Wagner, second; and Al Mast, third. In the doubles were Dan and Danny Gallmeier. first; Bob and Rod Trolson, second; and Kenny and Micky Wagner, third. Ice Boats The ice boat racers had a tough time Saturday The event was to start at 1 p.m. but because of boat problems the event was started later in the day. When the race finally concluded winners were as follows: Jim Adams, first; Mike Price, second; and Mike Smith, third. Maxwehon Golf Course was the ■ cite for various cross country ski events with many winners being local residents. In the one mile evert. ages 10-14, Josh Lantz, Syracuse, placed first; and in the 14-18 age group, Andrew Reed, was first. In the women’s one mile race ages 35-41, Linda Neff. Syracuse, was first; and Sherry Lantz, Syracuse, was second. In

the 50 and over age group.'Bob Knutson. Syracuse, won first place ih the one- mile race The __modstacbe and beard contest saw Steve Tracy. Syracuse, winning the best beard and moustache; Mike Henning. Kimmell, the best beard; and Joe Schaefer, North Webster, the best moustache Syracuse Junior High School Creative Arts Club took first / place in the Syracuse Lions Club snow sculpting contest The club made a 45-foot long yellow blue striped “Wawa Sea Monster ’ with green eyes. It is located off North Avenue at the home of Denise Garner, art teacher Participating members included Jennifer Gunn. Angie Colbert. Deanne Gawthrop. Eric Knight. Travis Marsh. Jeanine Gunn. Valerie Sims, Amy Hochstetler, Angie Graff. Tammy Hare, Denise Garner. Jim and Angie Garner, Leslie Gamer. Jackie Gunn, Sallie Ringler, Julie Gunn and Bunny Barner Bean Bricker. Woodland Acres, Syracuse, was given the second place trophy for his sculpture of “Sun Bather on the Beach.” Third place, honorable mention snow sculpture; winner was a giant American Flag, in the front lawn of Roberta Laughlin s home. 400 North Harrison. Syracuse. Lakeland Youth Center was responsible for the ice skating events. Youngsters were divided into four age groups — seven and under, eight to 10, 11-14 and 15 and over. The events included lap skating, obstacle course, .relay races and tug of war. Witmers in the lap skating for those seven and under were Tamara Stanly, 37 seconds, first; and Andy Engan. 49 seconds, second. In the eight to 10 group Brian Engan won with 41 seconds. In tljp 11-14 group winners were (Jeff Small. 39 seconds, first; 'Jay Adams. 45 seconds, second; Rod Daniels. 47 seconds, third; and Mark

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Walker. 60 seconds, fourth. In the 15 and over age group winners were Todd Wappes, 27 seconds, first; Kevin Blade, 28 seconds, second; Aaron Wyatt, 37 seconds, third; Bob Elson. 40 seconds, fourth The obstacle course winners in the seven and under group were Andy Engan. 244 seconds, first; Stanly. 31 seconds, second; Beth King. 33 seconds, third; and Segram Bricker, 50 seconds, fourth Brian Engan won the eight to 10 age group course in 23 seconds In the 11-14 age group, winners were Jay Adam, eight seconds, first; Jeff Schmall. nine seconds, second; Ron Daniels. 10 seconds, third; and Mark Walker, 12 seconds, fourth. In the 15 and over group. Aaron Wyatt and Todd Wappes tied for first with seven seconds; and Randy Peterson and Bobby Ellson tied for second place with eight seconds The winning team in the relay race was Kevin Blade. Mark Walker. Jeff Schmall and Ron Daniels. The tug of war team winners included Jeff Schmall. Aaron Wyatt, Kevin Blade. Mark Walker, Bobby Ellson, Brad Gersner. David Schmall. Rob Trolson, Jeff More. Char Moffet. Niki Blade, Shelly Rogers and Julie Storey. Milford men injured in one-vehicle crash Jeffery L. Brock. 19, r 2 Milford, and a passenger in his auto. Rick Brock, r 2 Milford, sustained injuries in a one-vehicle accident at 3:45 a.mi Saturday, Feb. 7. Brock was southbound on SR 19 near Moore Road when the mishap occurred, according to Kosciusko County Police. The driver complained of pain in the elbow and lower arm and hand, his passenger sustained a contusion on the face. Kosciusko County Police investigated.

Winter Wonderland Carnival at North Webster Saturday

North Webster isn’t called the Indiana Snowmobile Capital for nothing Every February this quiet resort town is jolted out of its winter slumber when hundreds of snowmobilers roar into town for a full day of winter fun This year the , North Webster Winter Wonderland Carnival will be Saturday. Feb. 14. and is sponsored by the Lakeland Snowmobile Club. The Winter Wonderland Carnival is a winter event for all ages including prizes and surprises. Snowmobilers from across Indiana are invited to take part All proceeds from the events will be donated to Kosciusko County charities. K The carnival kicks off at 9 a.m. with registration, coffee and rolls at Camelot Hall in North Webster. The junior and adult games start at 10 at the North Webster Lake sight near Dixie Camp. Those with a competitive spirit will want to compete in snowmobile drag races. Registration will begin at 11 and races zoom off at 12 noon Trophies and ribbons will be awarded. For the opportunist, there’s the Treasure Hunt from 12 noon to 3 Development company sets election The Syracuse-W'awasee Development Company will hold an election of officers at 10 a m. on Friday. Feb. 13. in the State Bank of Syracuse’s board room. The following nominees are slated : Three years — Stephen Snyder, Phil Hoy, James Caskey and Jerry Ganshorn Two years — John Glon, Carl Myrick. Phil Beer and Joseph Gray One year — Barbara Mort, Jay Peffley and John Call The board met Monday evening and discussed numerous topics. Following the agreement on nominees, the organization’s future was discussed. Project Proud will be reviewed and the program will be reworked by the new members. Col. Joe Gray announced his upcoming administrative resignation. It will probably begin March 1.

Change meeting night — Milford Town Board urges police to conserve gasoline

By TERRI CHILCOTE The Milford Town Board urged. the police department to con/ serve gasoline during its regular meeting Monday night Because of the high price of gas. the board asked the department to cut back on the use of the police car to stretch the town’s gas fund and prevent the town from running out of gas money before the end of the year “Try to cut back a little bit and try to conserve,” instructed Town Board President Steve Miller Milford Marshal David Hobbs was not at the meeting, but Deputy Ron Conley, who is also street and water superintendent, represented the department Conley also presented the monthly police report. The board voted to change its regular monthly meetings from the second Monday night of every month to the second Tuesday night, beginning with its March meeting. The next regular meeting of the board will be Tuesday. March 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the town hall. Van Buren Township trustee Walter Wuthrich informed the board the town and township’s fire contract will soon expire and he wanted to negotiate a new contract. The Van Buren Township Advisory Board and the Milford Town Board will meet

p.m at the lake sight near Dixie Camp. The big and little kids will be out again for junior and adult games from3tosp.m. The Poker Run will bring out the gambler in many snowmobilers. Half of the registration fees collected will be paid back in prize monies. The Poker Run is from 5 to 6 p.m.

Glen Torrance killed when struck by auto

Glen R. Torrance, 69, r 4 Turtle Bay Trailer Court, Syracuse, was killed instantly when struck by an auto on State Road 13 at Maple Grove in Syracuse at 10:10 p.m. Saturday. Death was caused by a fractured neck and internal injuries according the the report of Kosciusko County Coroner GaryEast lund. The vehicle that struck Torrance was driven by Larry D. Dull. 34, r 3 box 74A Syracuse. A trainee on the Syracuse Fire Department, Dull was on his way to the fire station at the time of the accident. He had stopped for the traffic light one block south of the accident. A car in front of Dull’s vehicle turned onto Maple Grove

School board faces cuts in 1981 budget

By KIM HIEBER The Lakeland Community School Corporation’s board met last evening, (Tuesday) and discussed budget cuts for 1961. "Were not immune to the effects of the economy. It does affect us and it will not be a pleasant year," commented Superintendent of Schools Don Arnold. The corporation’s general fund budget will be reduced by $37,466 for 1981 with many reappropriations. The debt service .fund will have a .665 rate increase to provide necessary funds for 1981 debt obligations. The cumulative building fund will

Tuesday. Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the Milford Town Hall to discuss the contract. Leave Water Run Street and Water Superintendent Conley said Milford residents should let their water dribble at night to prevent water pipes from freezing. He said they should not let the water gush, just trickle at little. Conley also reported some residents were having drouble with rust in their lines. He said he will check on the advisability of injecting a harmless dillusion chemical into the water lines to eliminate the rust problem. He stated the chemical is harmless, but like chlorine, it can sometimes be tasted. Otherwise, Conley commented, ‘‘We’ve got real good water quality. ” Conley also said he will check out the .possibility of using abrasives such as sand, on the streets instead of salt. He stated he would like to use sand, because salt is hard on the street surfaces and doesn't last. Although! salt will melt the ice, it often refreezes and, therefore, resalting is required. “It is good for a temporary abrasive, but that’s all it’s.worth,” remarked the superintendent. He pointed out sand has a “residual effect”

Throughout the day concessions will be available for hungry appetites City lights won’t have anything over this Kosciusko County town when the Torch Light Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. near Dixie Camp and the night sky glows with hundreds of torches The day’s highlight is the

Torrance was reportedly standing in the traveled portion of the northbound lane when struck Dull did not see the man until impact because he was wearing dark clothing and there are nd street lights on SR 13 at the intersection. Investigating the accident was Syracuse Deputy Marshal Dan Gallmeier, Indiana State Trooper Leonard Massenburg and Captain Ron Robinson of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Funeral Tuesday Funeral service were held in the Harris Funeral Home, Syracuse, on Tuesday with Rev. Michael Murrell of the Syracuse Church of God officiating. Burial

have a .30 rate increase and the school transportation fund will be reduced .24 due to increased assessed valuation. The audio-visual school fundings will be cut $7,736. Acceding to board members this will not deny classroom films, although all film rentals will now proceed through the regional center. "The regional center is just not as complete. A lot of free films will be available with postage, which will now come from the schools themselves,’* explained Arnold. The corporation was told it will have a $44,000 deficit for 1981. The state does not have $16,800. so the

in that once it is put on the streets, it will serve the purpose even .if the ice melts and refreezes. The disadvantage of using sand, according to Conley, is it tends to collect in the sewer basins. Milford Fire Chief Bill Leemon informed the board the fire department will be selling smoke alarms to the public for homes and businesses Milford resident John Holden attended the meeting to observe. He urged the board to curb spending, explaining increased government spending is inflationary. He stated curbing government spending must begin at the lowest levels, that is, “the governments of these small towns. That’s where govenment begins.” Miller thanked Holden for being interested enough in the town to attend the board meeting and express his concerns. He promised the board would do everything it could to keep expenses down and still pay the town’s employees a fair wage. Board trustee Jean Treesh explained they must pay fair wage to employees to attract and keep qualified personnel. - “Don’t ever be afraid to come up here and complain or express your concerns. That’s what we’re here for,” Milter stressed.

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Sweetheart Dance from 9 p.m. to 12 tnidnight at Camelot Hall. Sweethearts will dance together to music provided by The Allies. For more information or to obtain dance tickets, those interested in having some real winter fun may contact Mrs. Calvin i Joyce > Packard of North Webster

was in the Syracuse cemetery. The deceased was born April 1, 1911, in Springfield, Mo., to Thomas and Dora (Magerhans) Torrance. He had lived in Syracuse since 1941. On March 16, 1941, he married the former Lois Druckamiller. She preceded him in death on June 10,1980. He was retired from Vega Corporation and was a member of the Syracuse Church of God. the Eagles and VFW, all of Syracuse. He was a World War II Army veteran. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Clyde (Josephine* Van Winkle, Goshen and Mary Bradshaw, Elkhart; two brothers, Claude, Goshen and. Carl, Everton, Mo.; and nieces and nephews.

corporation will not receive that money. Summer programs will have to be cut or funded through alternate routes with a 54.449 equipment reduction. “Booster groups need to be made aware of the cuts and prepare for them. Surrounding school corporations don’t support these summer programs and now we financially can’t,” said Arnold He continued, “The school facilities will now go under the control of the booster groups. The local youth center may also have to pick up some of the programs. We can no longer pay the supervisors for some of the summer programs with a few students enrolled.” The largest summer program is swimming and the school board will have to see if it can continue The board, will also study the summer instrumental and band programs at the next meeting. “We would like to continue instrumental lessons for students in the summer. We may have to offer group lessons instead of individual ones or cut free lessons to the seventh and eighth grades, supplying the younger ones with a chance to try instruments. We’ve asked the band and instrumental people foe recommendations." Arnold explained. - Resignations Several resignations were accepted by the school board, with one retirement. Virginia Ditmer, Syracuse Elementary School music teacher for 22 years, is retiring after 44 total years of teaching. Russell Sonafrank is extending his educational program and working towards his doctorate and will not return to the Lakeland School System. Syracuse Elementary Principal Robert Hamman resigned his administrative position after serving 13 years for Lakeland in that capacity. Although he has not taught in the corporation, he wishes to remain in the com(Continued on page 2) Huge Canadian Geese spotted Mrs. Grover Smith, r 2 box 175 Syracuse, reported seeing a huge Canadian Geese flock on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 8, after church. She stated the flock was heading northeast on the edge of Middlebury. The flock reportedly passed just 50 feet from her car.