The Mail-Journal, Volume 18, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 1 April 1981 — Page 6

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., April 1,1981

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Community Corner iZlflflß '/• $* t - Ji^i l,l * I RBFI Im . |- HE I^* ,b J H- _B- iQTWff ™ ®®!S "mimm ■-■ ■ *i , •' ARLIE’S MINIATURE HOMES — Pictured above is Arlie Haffner, a former Syracuse resident now living in Tennessee, with two doll houses he built. The house on the right won him a first place in Tennessee’s State Fair doll house competition this year. He’s been building the houses for six years. „ Arlie Haffner wins first in doll houses in Tennessee

Bx KIMHIEBER Arlie Haffner, a former Syracuse resident now living at 602 Stone Blvd, Tullahoma. Tenn., won first place this year in the Tennessee State Fair doll house competition He has constructed over 30 doll houses over the past six years, helping others build their own On occasion. Arlie s built parts and moldings for others All of his doll-houses resemble actual houses with miniature furniture inside The doors and windows open and close, even the curtains may be drawn apart Celebrating his 73rd birthday this last month with his wife. Marjorie The Haffners are the parents of twins Their son, Charles Haffner, resides with h»s wife and three children at r 4 Syracuse Charles' twin sister, Charlotte, and her husband. Robert Hatheway and their four children live m Tullahoma I've seen several of the houses he’s built He builds them just like you’d H o for a laige real one Each shingle ts handcut and

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glued piece by piece.' explained Arlie’s son. Charles, the Syracuse Junior High principal Artie's wood experience began in high school For 20 years he and his wife owned a small factory. Syracuse Novelty Co in Syraucse The company made and sold various novelty items such as what-not shelves, shipping them throughout the Midwest and South In 1973 he retired from the Leesburg’ Lumber Company. Warsaw, where he was a buyer for six years After relocating to Tennessee, he was eager to pursue his interest in making miniatures Arlie built his own workshop behind their Tullahoma home Originally he planned to own a miniature, showroom, after seeing a big room with only miniatures in California. When the doll house craze began people started asking him to design miniature homes for them The houses are usually built on an inch to one foot scale, requiring at least, two people to carry them . Prices range from $25 to $l5O with showroom models valued at S6OO “My father does it because he enjoys it and people like his finished houses It’s an art to him. he doesn't do it to make money.” explained son Charles

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Arlie builds most of the houses' furniture. He purchases model furniture kits because they’re inexpensive, adding the finishing touches Marjorie makes the curtains and upholsters for the houses. He uses full plywood sheets for the base and shelves of the houses All of the trim, shingles and roof are made from cut-offs or lumber scraps Building a small house takes Arlie about three to four weeks. Large models can take between four to six months to complete No matter what size. Arlie averages six to eight hours per day on the projects. Every year Arlie makes something to show or enter in the Tennessee State Fair. He saves newspaper clippings, books and any type of materials that may be used to help him depict the building he wants. So far, he has constructed such historical wonders as a replica of the 1828 Charleston House, in Charleston. S.C., a 20-mule team similar to those hauling borax across Death Valley a half century ago. plus a miniature tabernacle. He won first place two years ago for the country estate doll house and first place for furniture. He also won first for his 20-mule team built from a model kit. He received first place for the Charleston house and second for the tabernacle last year. This year, he intends to build a model similar to the president's home in Trinidad hoping to complete the item by August “He's very active and he doesn’t win much in the competitions like the fair, but there's

great pride in winning.” told' Charles. Arlie is involved in more than doll houses. He's president of the Tullahoma senior citizens and active in the Tullahoma First United Methodist Church. According to Arlie he’s busier . now building miniatures than he was before retirement. Jama Everts, Timothy Shear are married Jama Everts, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Everts, r 1 Warsaw, and Timothy Shear, son of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Shear, r 4 Syracuse, were united in marriage on Saturday, Feb. 28, in the Syracuse Church of the Brethren, The double-ring ceremony was performed by Rev. John McFarland A reception was held at the Syracuse Crossom Scout cabin. The new .Mrs. Shear will ,be a 1981 Wawasee High School graduate and is employed by the Counting House Bank, North Webster Her husband is employed at Commodore Corporation. Syracuse, REAL menu Meals for Older Americans are served each day at the following locations: The Scout cabin at Crosson Park. Syracuse; the Retired Tigers center, 320 W. Main, Warsaw; and Lions Chib Building. SR 14 Silver Lake. April 2-8 THURSDAY - Vegetable cocktail juice, macaroni and cheese, tossed salad and hard boiled egg. strawberry jello salad, garlic toast, milk, tea and coffee FRIDAY — Cranapple juice, baked breaded chicken breast, sage dressing, buttered broccoli, sliced pears, white bread, mai marine, milk, tea and coffee MUNDAY — Pineapple juice, ham and beans, spinach with vinegar, sliced peaches, cornbread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee TUESDAY— Apple juice, Hungarian goulash, marinated carrot salad, pineapple dream whip, bread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee WEDNESDAY - Vegetable cocktail juice. Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, fruit cocktail, whole wbeat bread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee

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In a ceremony at her parents' home. Tammy Pearson became the bride of Roger Lee Northrup on December 31.1980. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Pearson, r 1 Leesburg; the bridegroom, the son of George Northrup, Cromwell. Rev. Harlan Steffen performed the double-ring ceremony before the 50 guests. Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose a gown of bridal satin, organza and tiffany lace which featured a jeweled neckline and long sleeves of lace and tiny pearls. The skirt and long train were made from bridal satin. For her veil, she chose a cathedral-length veil of netting and lace which covered the train. Her headpiece was made from red and pink sweetheart roses and baby’s breath fashioned into a wreath. The bouquet of red and pink roses matched the wreath The brides sister, Debbie Pearson, r 1 Leesburg, wore a burgundy-colored gown with white fur trim. She also wore sweetheart roses in her Mir and carried a basket of red roses and baby’s breath. Kathy Pearson served as the ringbearer.

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Fred Northrup, brother of the bridegroom, served as the best man For her daughter’s wedding, Mrs. Pearson wore a long creamcolored gown and a corsage of red-tipped roses. The reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. Toni Hughes. Todd Gross and Kathy Pearson served. The couple resides in Lakeland. Fla The bride is currently attending Lakeland College The bridegroom is employed by Allied in Lakeland. Lakeland Loving Care Center The following residents of the Lakeland Loving Care Center in Milford will be celebrating April birthdays. They are: Beulah Lentz born April 14, 1898 Edna Fay Hoffer born April 18, 1916 Huldah Carver bom April 28. 1894 Evelyn Williams boro April 28, 1904

if ' | BLACKS HONORED FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Earl Black of North Webster were one of six couples recently honored a the Tourist Club in Sebring. Fla., for their 50th wedding anniversary. Earl Black and Marguerite Antonides were united in marriage November 24. 1930. by Rev. Klophentine of Howe. They spent their entire married life in the North Webster area where Mr. Black was a carpenter. They were active in the Methodist church and community affairs. A son, Robert, and his family live in Waukesha. Wise. Their daughter. Peggy Darr, resides with her family in South Whitley. The Sebring Club honors their members who reach 50 years of wedded life with a gift and program. The Snow Birds, a women's chorus, sang with Howard Walker of Larwill and Melva Coles of Sebring, singing solos. • Monday Thru Saturday fvening & Luncheon Specials The * Oou 9 A' oo *' On Th e Broiler Classic Lunch Mon.-Sat. 11 A M.-2 P.M. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 4:30 P.M.-8 '9 P.M. Family Dinners Sun. 11 A.M.-4 P.M. The Place of Good Taste State Road 13 South * Banquets - Weddings - Business North Webster | And Other Occasions For Up To Indiana 46555 I 250 Guests — Telephone 219-834 4111 ONLY AT FURNITURE WAREHOUSE <250,000 DOLLAR HOME FURNISHINGS WAREHOUSE SALE! THIS IS NO ORDINARY SALE! MONTHS IN THE PLANNING We've scoured the market place to make our annual warehouse sale the greatest ever and bring to you the newest and latest styles from name brand manufacturers at just not the best possible price . . . but fine quality furniture that Homemakers is known for at super special savings. Now is the time to buy name brand furniture that you always wanted at prices you can afford to pay! Bring car, truck or wagon. Small charge for delivery. All merchandise must be taken or delivered by April 30th. All merchandise subject to prior sale. SAVE 20 To SO MO” 1 IF YOU THOUGHT OUR PRICES WERi LOW BEFORE - COME SEE 'EM NOW! NAME BRAND FURNITURE JUST RECENTLY OFF THE FACTORT ASSiMBLT LINESI Sofas, Choirs, Love Seats, Rockers, Recliners, Dining Room Tables And Choirs, China Cabinets, Dinettes, Bedroom Dressers, Chest, Headboards. Mattresses And Foundations, Flotation Water Beds, Occasional Tables, Lamps And Much More • Wed.*Then. 9 Te S:M, M. 9 Te 8:30, Set. 9 Ts 5 NMrQMkyNraiAHMF ■■MMIMMi