The Mail-Journal, Volume 18, Number 14, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 April 1981 — Page 6

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., April 22,1981

Community Corner

Studying, working mother has very busy schedule

By KIM BIEBER According to statistics, more women are returning to school and seeking professional employment. Carol Miller of Syracuse is one such woman who is happily married and working and attending school She and her husband, John, have two children, Joev. age 15 and Karen She is an active woman practicing her accounting skills for three Syracuse businesses and has been employed by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce as a secretary since December "My interest began in accounting years ago It really started when I was 15 and had surgery on my spine. I had a rhomebpund teacher who got me interested in reading alot. supplying me with publications on careers Math was always my best subject. I wanted to teach, but you not only hare to know your stuff, but how to get it across to students. I don't have that ability." confessed Carol. As a high school senior, she earned straight A’s. finding bookkeeping easy Following high school, she attended Oklahoma State, where she majored in accounting for two years "I’ve been studying to be a Certified Public Accountant I haven’t gone to Indiana University-Purdue. Fort Wayne extension, to see how manysemester hours I've completed I ‘hare had 53 class credit hours, which is approximately two and dne-half years of study, but I also have practical experience now. which counts for credits.' she told Carol has practiced her accounting for Crystal Intenors, a small manufacturing firm, in Syracuse, for about one and onehalf years She also does bookkeeping for Pickwick Pastries, which her husband owns, an<| the Syracuse Wawasee Development Company "Since we re been living in Syracuse, owning our own business and me doing the books for the manufacturing firm. I’ve become very involved in their problems Their problems are my problems." Carol explained She continued, "Small business is not discriminated against, but it’s very hard to keep up-to-date on new principles and things It's only natural for small business to get wrapped up in day-to-day decisions ” Even Carol, an avid reader and career woman, finds it difficult to keep up on new techniques and rulings Things have changed since she first attended college

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TO CELEBRATE — Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kruger, r I North Webster, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on April 14. An open house is being held on Saturday, April 25, from 2-5 pm. and b being hosted by their children. Thomas Kruger and the former .Alice Wagner of Syracuse were united in marriage on April 14, in the North Webster Methodist parsonage by Rev. J. Temple Wood. They are the parents of five daughters; Mrs. Bruce (Sue) Mitchell of Pierceton. Mrs. Rusty (Pat) Hayden of Lebonnon. Mrs. Chrb Lindsey. Lori and Tina all of North Webster; and three grandchildren. Jessica and Joshua Mitchell, and Eric Lindsey .

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and began her bookkeeping skills She has discovered she "gets more" from her classes now. "I took basic accounting courses at Wawasee High School, when they had offeretfpdvance study college credits there They refreshed my memory I think all the material sinks in better when you're older. I can honestly say I'm learning more this time around." she smiles. Carol discovered the Wawasee courses, sponsored by Indiana University, were terrific. She is quite disappointed that these classes will no longer be offered at the local high school "I only took five, but they were great assets not only for those adults furthering themselves in education, but also for students fresh out of high school It was a great way to keep their interest if they couldn’t afford school at the time or whatever I had quite a few senior citizens in my classes They discovered it was away of staying young and keeping in touch with things," Card told This fall, Carol plans to attend additional classes in Fort Wayne on a more regular basis She hopes to minor m business management, which might take three years, so she can do more "At my Chamber of Commerce, Development Companyjob 1 was given the responsibility of updating the resource library I read pretty much everything that comes in. That way if someone from a company or area industry- needs specific information I can help them more.” she said Carol finds her day does not have enough hours to begin or complete enough projects to her satisfaction She has discovered that women raising children, participating in their children's organizations, holding a job and joining clubs for personal en-

joyment are too many activities. “I hare to plan my time more carefully now. I read a lot of books about organizing yourself better and making your days go smoother Since I've been doing more I find I have more energy than when I was a homemaker. ” Carol told. She added. "When I was a homemaker I was always tired. I used to catch colds more often. Now I just don’t have the time to be sick or maybe I just ddn’t slow down enough to.” When her daughter began attending school full-time, that is when Carol returned to work She always worked various jobs off and on until she believed her children were suffering then she would quit for a couple of years, Her children are old enough now that they do not require her constant supervision She explains her husband helps out and pitches in on every household chore except laundry “My husband is a cook by trade, so I know that helps My kids don’t always do as much as I think they should, but they do a pretty good job. My kids have this saying about me that when I saysome day, that means never. ” she laughs Both of her children and her husband. John, are quite proud of her and glad she works The onlytime Carol’s children are disappointed with her. are when her classes or career responsibilities interfere with school programs and functions they want their mother to attend “There’s always some problems when a mother works. But a woman comes to the point where she feels she’s paid her dues and fulfilled her obligations to her children Mothers and wives still have their futu/es and what will they do when their kids leave?" she questions Carol is a firm believer that those people who don't look old have a wide range of interest and are always going somewhere and learning new things "I want to stay young. I don't want to grow old mentally My husband is my best friend and together we do alot.” Carol proudly explained. Hypnotism topic for Junior Leaders Mitch Goon presided when the Kosc'usko County Junior Leaders held their monthly meeting recently in the women’s building on the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds at Warsaw. Following the closing of the business meeting, Ellis Swihart from South Bend discussed hypnotism with the group and demonstrated his technique by hypnotizing 12 members of the group Pledges were led by CindyTucker and Margaret McCleary to open the meeting. The 26 members and three guests present listened to Cindy Hom give the treasurer s report. Zella Hatfield reported on the Shrine and conservation buildings. It was announced that the Mini 4-H Leaders would meet after the Junior leader meeting to set dates for the mini 4-H camps Mitch Goon passed a paper around for members to sign up to help with judging for the fair. A Share the Fund practice was set for April 29 at 4 pm at Warsaw Community High School. The Share the Fund will be held on Thursday. April 30. at the high school 35 children hunt eggs The Primary Mothers Club of Syracuse held their annual Easter Egg Hunt at SmithWa Id bridge Camp, on Saturday. April 18. Approximately 35 children participated in the hunt, receiving refreshments after. The Easter Bunny visited with the children, distributing special treats The group heard a program by Pat Price, on Tracing the family tree, at the April 13 meeting. Held in. Judy Schmahl’s home. Chris □odfelter and Carol Swartzendurber served as co-hostess. Everyone enjoyed the wellprepared program

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AT UNVEILING — Mr. and Mrs. Tom McClain of Syracuse were at the unveiling of artist Robert Motherwell's poster, speciallycommissioned for ART 1981 CHICAGO, the world-class international art exposition at Chicago’s Navy Pier May 14-19. The McClains are members of the Lakeside Group, sponsors of ART 1981 CHICAGO, which b expected to attract 75,000 people from coast to coast. The unveiling was held in Chicago.

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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 Club Building. SR 14 Silver Lake. April 23-29 THURSDAY - Cranapple juice, meatloaf with tomato sauce, parslied potatoes, apricot halves, hot roll, margarine, milk, tea and coffee FRIDAY — Vegetable cocktail juice, beef barbecue on bun. fruit and vegetable sunshine salad, banana pudding delight, milk, tea and coffee Ebenezer Ladies study environment Gladys Morris presented a lesson on “Hostile Environment" at their April 16 meeting of the Ebenezer Ladies. Jesse Swartz was the hostess. A memorial was presented to Ruth Smith by Gladys Morris with Fern Weirick assisting. The same officers will serve for the next year with Edna Thomas, the May hostess President Wilma Beck presided over the meeting and devotions were given by Jesse Swartz and Mrs Morris. Guests included Inez Hursey, Mabie Burley. Marjorie Bushong and Joan Doll. Sixteen members were also present. Mrs. Morris and the hostess served refreshments at the dose of the meeting.

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MONDAY — Orange juice, ravioli, tossed salad with dressing, cold meat and cheese strips, warm baked apples with marshmallows, white bread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee TUESDAY— Apple juice, macaroni and tuna casserole, frozen peas, sliced pears, rye bread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee WEDNESDAY - Prune juice, escalloped potatoes with ham. buttered carrots, apricot brownie,, wheat bread, margarine, milk, tea and coffee Lakeland Local . Mr. and Mrs Charles Berkeypile and family of Milford entertained at a family dinner on Easter Sunday. Those present were Mr. and Mrs Charles Smoker and Hazel Kline of Warsaw; Mr. and Mrs. Perry Hathaway, Doug and Dorothy of Claypool; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Smoker and David and Mr and Mrs. Brian Smoker, all of Leesburg. 'Window' program for Round Table Ladies of the Round table gathered for their April meeting to hear Mrs. Tom Stiver present The Window, of Goshen, for the program. The Window is a service organization which recycles coupons and stamps to provide needed materials for the World Service Organization. A van, repair service and call service are provided to local citizens. The group also discusses local service projects. Such items as Special Olympic lunches and tree planting were voted for approval. Meeting in Mrs. Robert Laudeman’s home, Mrs. John VanLuewasco-hostess. The next meeting win be at the Oakwood Hotel, on May 11 at 6:30 p.m.

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ELECTION OF OFFICERS — Milford Jaycees elected new officers at their regular meeting last Wednesday evening, April 15. From the left are: Darwin Freeman, treasurer; Harley Chalk, president; Kent Sawyer, vice president: and Doug Brown, secretary. Rick Graff, immediate past president, was elevated to chairman of the board of directors. On Saturday, June 6. the chapter is sponsoring the Milford Mad Dash as a fund raiser for the Jay cees and the Milford community. The event, a 10,000 meter road race plus a two-mile fun run, will start at 10 a.m. The course will begin and end at the Waubee Lake Park and cover rural Milford area. Entry forms are available from chapter members. Anyone, ages 18 to 35. interested in the Jaycees is welcome to attend their next meeting on Wednesday. May 6. (Photo by Ron Baumgartner)

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