The Mail-Journal, Volume 18, Number 19, Milford, Kosciusko County, 27 May 1981 — Page 4

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., May 27.1981

Editorials

Thanks, Mr. Hamman With the school year coming to a close and the resignation of Syracuse Elementary School Principal Robert D. Hamman we take this opportunity to say, “Thanks Mr. Hamman for the 13 years you gave to the boys and girls in Syracuse. Your leadership is going to be missed.” Hamman is a special man with a very special love for the youngsters under his care and his Lord. In a letter published last week he noted many have asked what his plans are for the future. The answer, “I plan to continue to work as a real estate broker through the summer. I have retained my option to stay and teach in our school corporation, but I am giving consideration to other opportunities. We are letting the Lord control our future. We are confident that He will not fail us.” Hamman is a native of Kentland and began his teaching career at Kniman Elementary School in Jasper County, where he taught two years. He la“ter taught and was principal in the Remington Elementary School, also in Jasper County. He is a graduate of Saint Joe College at Rensselaer and has a business background as well. He also has a real estate license. The principal and his wife. Nancy, reside in Syracuse and are the parents of five children, Tim, a recent graduate of Grace College; Mrs. Tad (Kelly) Chamberlain of Salisbury. N C.; Rod. a Grace College student; Kina, a junior at Wawasee High School; and Keela. a sophomore at Wawasee High School. Thanks again. Mr. Hamman, for a job well done. Syracuse parade Saturday Syracuse has elected to hold its Memorial Day activities on May 30 this year. This is the traditional Memorial Day. the day used until Congress changed it in 1970 to create a three-day week end for the working people of America. Milford elected to keep festivities and ceremonies on the 25th and a good crowd was on hand for all of the events It is hoped that Syracuse will also have a large crowd for the events which are planned The parade is set to move out at 1.30 p m from Railroad Park, marching north on Huntington Street in the traditional route taken each year to the cemetery. A service will be held at the* cemetery with Marion (“Tim”) Darr. Syracuse. American Legion Second District Commander, serving as the speaker. A carry-in dinner at the Legion Hall south of town of SR 13 will conclude the day’s events. May Memories Remembering seems to be a heartstring of May. Practically all states remember their fallen soldiers this month — most of them on the last Monday, this year the 25th Virginia remembers that day as Confederate Memorial Day (the Carolinas observe May 10). And a few states observe the 30th, or another day. ; j V North Carolinians observe the 20th as Mecklenburg Day - the anniversary of a declaration of independence in Charlotte in 1775. In Massachusetts and across the nation, intellectuals observe Ralph Waldo Emerson’s birth anniversary — the 25th (Boston. 1803) Perhaps the most nostalgic non-military day for Americans is the 21st. On that day in 1927, Charles Lindbergh flew from Neu York to Paris in a single engine plane, spanning the Atlantic alone. He took off on the 20th and landed in Paris on the 21st Not only did he win a prize of $25,000 for that feat, but he won immortality The young American pilot lives on today in the memories of millions — and his aircraft. “The Spirit of St. Louis,” can be seen in Washington's Smithsonian Museum { Americans remember the 29th as the birthday of John F. Kennedy, the handsome young president assassinated in Dallas in 1963. Kennedy’s death was especially tragic because the young president had not accomplished his goals, and in sact’ had often erred painfully ’ ■ : p .. ’ Garden Time Now is the time for early planting in your 1981 garden. With so much emphasis on frozen.-canned or packaged foods these days (often with chemicals or perservers added), one sometimes forgets that garden-fresh fruits and vegetables an* invariably mon* healthful and usually better tasting. Gardening is good exercise. It saves money — if prudently pursued. It promotes the entire family's health, interest and cooperation. It brings satisfaction in ways other than in the eating

What others say —

Pay raise or a strike

In case you haven’t noticed. Gov. Robert Orr and the Republican-controlled state legislature are having their budget problems, ’especially with Indiana school teachers The legislature failed to adopt a funding formula and there has been some indication that Gov Orr may issue an executive order to implement the proposed formula if he doesn’t call the legilsature into special session, or if the legislature will not adopt the proposed formula Rotert Thomberry, executive director of the Indiana Federation of Teachers organization of 7.000 members, has suggested a massive strike for bigger pay raises by teachers, state employees, state police and university faculty and staff. Robert Margraf. Indiana State Teachers Association lobbyist, said if the legislature fails to reach agreement later this month on a school finance package, the 37,000-member teachers union will sue July 1 to prevent Orr from distributing school funds by administrative order. Margraf says schools won’t open in September if the legislature does not adopt a funding formula. All this would appear to be a rather serious problem for Indiana’s new governor, who has said he would live Nip to his campaign pledge not to approve a increase in taxes Orr is in trouble because it would appear there is enough state tax funding to support a salary’ increase of only 4 percent for state employees. If teachers are to get more money, then local school boards would be forced to make drastic cuts in local programs to come up with needed money. Thornberry is calling for a unified strike and Margraf says schools won’t open in September unless the legislature adopts a funding formula which he hopes will provide more money for education. State police already are on a ticket-writing slowdown that most Hoosiers may appreicate. No doubt it will deprive the state some revenue in court costs. Orr has blasted IST A for its campaign for more money for teacher salaries, calling the organization ’callously irresponsible” and accusing it at not representing the wishes of its members. Jan Powell. Orr’s press secretary, has

reminded those promoting a strike that a strike by public employees is illegal. Senate and House Republicans and Democrats are meeting this week to determine if they can adopt a revised school funding formula in a one-day special session. We think the legislature should return to Indianapolis and adopt a revised school funding formula A new school finance plan reportedly offers slightly more for education and possibly the legislators can get together and support this plan, or a variation of it. We don’t think a 4 percent pay boost is enough for state employees. If there is a need for adjustment in some state tax to provide some added revenue, then it should be done The legislature apparently cut all the fat from other budgets and there simply isn’t enough money to go around, with an economy that isn’t running on all cylinders. If the legislature adopts a revised school formula that will provide some additional funding, then the teachers should go along and not put too much pressure on local boards m pay negotiations Other state employees also must live with a slim pay eaise this year, but so are a lot of other people. And it’s fair to point out that there are a lot of teachers who would like to have a job at the current pay scale and many people out of work who would like to have some state job. even with a 4 percent pay boost. State employees and the teachers have made their point and we don’t blame them. The legislature should be recalled to pass a revised formula and make school funding legal'm the eyes of everyone But enough is enough and we think there have been enough threats of a general strike. This won’t solve any problems, simply create more. Hoosiers have some sympathy now for the state employees who may get a skimpy pay raise. But a general strike will turn off most Hoosiers who will then turn their support to Orr and his Republican majority in the House and Senate. Right now most Hoosiers don’t want to pay more taxes but they probably think state employees should get more than a 4 percent pay boost. Orr and his GOP haven't found an easv solution to this problem, and they probably won’t - THE GOSHEN NEWS

a ■ I T v A Robert D Hamman, pictured above, has served the Syracuse Elementary School for the past 13 years as principal. As he has resigned his position we take this opportunity to say, "Thanks, Mr. Hamman, for all you've done for the youngsters of Syracuse Voice of the people A column on the opinions of the people of the Lakeland area ....

"If you had a chance, how would you finish the following: Mr. President: Here's the problem ..

ROWENA GERENCSER Milford (Homemaker* “Government is spending too much money and supporting too many people

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BECKY BALES Goshen (clerk)

VI think I would to him first about cutting the school funds, it should be cut elsewhere " BETTY KERN Syracuse (farm wife* “I feel he is dealing with the main issues that I feel are important; however. I d call his attention to social security and welfare problems ” Court news MARRIAGE DISSOLUTIONS The following couples have filed for dissolutions of their marriages m Kosciusko County Circuit and Superior Courts Heinrich — Patricia A Heinrich vs Jay G Heinrich, Leesburg The couple was married October 4. 1975 and was separated March l(h 1981 Plaintiff seeks a dissolution, attorney's fees, custody of and support for the couples two minor children, an equitable division of the property and costs Burnau — Juanita Bumau vs James W Burnau, 208 W. Van Buren, Leesburg The couple was marned May 27. 1978 and was separated April 11. 1981 Plaintiff seeks a dissolution, attorney’s fees, custody of and support for the minor child, an equitable division of the property and costs M \RRI AGE LICENSES The following couples have filed for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk. JeanMessmore Siri-Grisaner Anthony M Sin. 19. P.O Box 193 Syracuse and Randi L Gnsamer, 18. 707 S. Lake Street. Syracuse Senff-Jefferson * Stephen R. Senff. 26. r 1 Leesburg and Linda L. Jefferson. 32. r 1 Leesburg Violations The following residents of Kosciusko County have had fines assessed and have paid those fines in Kosciusko County Court. James Jarrette, judge: Speeding — Darrell Meek, 24. Leesburg, $35 False registration — Buddy Manges. 49. Syracuse. SSO Fishing without a license — Don Stamper, 39. Syracuse, $35 No registration plate — Adam Paulson, 19, Syracuse, $35

LIRA • HANSEN Syracuse (housewife)

“I think the biggest problem for people in the country are the people drawing fixed incomes There seems to be no relief for them, it keeps getting worse ” FREDETTA MONEY Syracuse (clerk> “What are you going to do about social security, that is really my main interest right now ”

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KENNETH GREENWOOD Milford (minister)

“I think they're handling things pretty good We have to give them time and patience. Any problems’ Nothing I’m not dealing with myself ” MARY DOWTY Milford (retired) “Don't take the Social Security away from us 1 think it’s okay to take it up to 65. but that’s all.”

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LYDIA GARZA Milford < student)

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JOE BAUMGARTNER has gotten to be something of a fixture on the corner of Huntington and Carroll Streets, especially during the hours when elementary and junior high students cross Huntington Street. Joe has been crossing guard for a number of years, about seven. A week ago today (Wednesday, May 20) Joe fell victim to a severe coronary attack while working in his garden at 719 South Fourth Street. Syracuse, and has been an intensive care patient at the Goshen Hospital until Monday when he was moved to room 301. According to his wife. Bernice, his heart stopped momentarily when he entered the hospital. He is making surprisingly good recovery, but his condition continues to be monitored. Mrs. Baumgartner reports. Meanwhile. “Joe's Kids.” as those crossing the street under his watchful eye have become known, have shown concern for _ him. Mrs. Baumgartner continues to receive calls from children and their parents inquiring about Joe's health. Under the gentle prodding of Darwin Klenke. operator of the Heyde Service Station on that comer, a get-well card was put together and the kids all signed their names This came as a pleasant surprise to Joe and Mrs Baumgartner The frosting on the cake was the sign (shown here* that Klenke and others put up for Joe for all to see. Joe is a retiree from the Weatherhead Co. (now the Dana Corp ), and his health concerns have become the concerns of those who have observed his dutiful responsibilities at the crossing. DAVID W. AND Joan Robinson, r 5. are looking forward to their June 23d departure to Europe with this year's Sounds of Hope tour, in which they will have a singing role. The Robinsons have never been off the North American continent, and entertain high hopes for the pleasures of this trip. Incidentally. Varner Chance, the originator of the Rotary Clubsponsored Sounds of Hope tours of young singing students, was Dr Robinson’s music instructor at Fort Wayne’s North Side High School in the 1938-42 period, and greatly influenced his life musically. MEMBERS OF The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will hold their August meeting (around the 26th or 27th) at the South Shore Pavilion, during which time they will inspect wetlands at Tippecanoe Lake and Lake Wawasee: at the same time they will inspect the Tri-Sute Game Preserve and ongoing work at the state's fish hatcheries on Lake Wawasee. James Lahey of South Bend is chairman of the DNR and James Ridenour is executive secretary Attorney Mike Kiley, who claims residency at Marion and Lake Wawasee. was recently appointed to a three-year term to the DNR by Governor Robert Orr MARY BUSHONG, a resident of 48 North Shore Drive, shared a treasured dessert recipe with friends at a dinner party held at her home Friday night, honoring former Syracuse resident Mrs. W. E. Long, now a resident of Sarasota. Fla. Here's the recipe, ladies: 1 cup flour 1 stick margarine or butter «.< cup nuts (Black walnut or English walnut) Mix thoroughly, press into 13x19 pan Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes Let cool Combine 8 ozs. cream cheese Add 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 cup Cool Whip (4 to 9 a. carton) Spread over cool crust Combine 1 pkg. instant vanilla or 1 Pkg instant (small box) chocolate pudding with 3 cups milk Put remaining Cool Whip on top. WOW! HAROLD AND Ann Galloway, of B It K Root Beer, claim the Memorial Day week end to be their best of the season. Reason: People come to their lake cottages to clean-up. fix-up but have not stocked their pantries. The rest of the summer they are

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settled in and do much of their eating at home. REALTOR-MINISTER Harlan Steffen wonders why his firm’s - (Miller Brothers Realty) new office at South Shore Golf complex has not attracted more attention. He claims the reason is that it has not been properly covered in the columns of The MJ MERL SMITH, a moped enthusiast, is trying to excite other moped owners to join him in entering the Memorial Day parade at Syracuse Saturday. GRACE BETES must learn to turn off the motor of her car and put it in “park’’ when she runs into the bank On Friday morning Grace thought she’d make the bank stop while leaving the motor run in her sporty little car. It started backing up. but she was quick about it and retrieved her car before it got onto Huntington Street. LARRY D. HARTER, manager of Hook's in Syracuse, is introducing his new assistant. Robert Kinney to Kinney, who comes nere from Peru, is replacing Don Batchelor, here for three years as assistant manager. now moving to. Loveland. Colorado. Kinney and his wife Debbie are looking for a place to live in the Syracuse community. DOWN NORTH Webster way Gary Eastlund. who manages Charlie Harris’ “southern branch”, is building several rooms on the southeast part of his home on SR 13 to serve as his office. His friends ask “Why?" since he has a daughter Carla soon to leave for college, leaving only Gary. Barb and Cheryl left at BUZZ KECK of Buzz Keck Motor Car Co., 400 South Huntington Street, has adopted an eye-catching motto for his used car business: “New cars are only new once, but used cars are forever.” THE PICKWICK Insurance Agency, located in Pickwick Place, has been sold to Robert Trautman and Norman Boerger. both of Fort Wayne, and will be known as Pickwick Insurance Agency. Inc., after June 1. it was learned this week. Mr Boerger is owner of the' Norman Boerger Insurance Agency. Inc., of Fort Wayne Mary Swager will continue as office manager of the new agency. MR. AND Mrs. David L. McGrew have sold their home at 313 South Huntington Street to James and Sally Thwaits. and plan to remain in the community for a month or so. then seek out a warmer climate for a permanent home. Earlier the McGrews sold their real estate building, located just across Huntington Street from their home, to the Thwaitses? Thwaits. a Doctor of Chiropractic, is remodeling the office and plans to open his practice there. The McGrews have lived in their Huntington Street home since 1970 when Dave opened his real estate office. He was former vocational director at Wawasee, Fairfield and West Noble High Schools. THE SYRACUSE-Wawasee Rotary Club is planning a Ladies' Night as the occasion to install its new officers, with Paul Schmucker leading the list of officers as president. It will be held at South Shore Country Club on Tuesday, June 30. at which time 12 perfect

attendance pins will be presented. This function has been overlooked for the past several years. Heading this list will be Jay Peffley who has a 12-year perfect attendance record. THE SIGN in front of the Three Flags in the Village reads. Welcome Home from Saudi. It refers to the homecoming of Jerry and Toby Oswald and yearold Mandy from Daharan. Saudi Arabia. Toby and Mandy are already here, visiting in the Jack Oswald home, on r 4. and Jerry is to arrive in two weeks, the Oswalds have been in Saudi Arabia for four years. PULPITS IN the area United Methodist Churches will be filled with substitute preachers and laymen next Sunday due to the fact that the following ministers will be attending the Annual Conference at Purdue University from Thursday through Sunday: Rev. Philip Frew, St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church; Rev. Paul Steele. Calvary United Methodist Church; Rev. Rex Lindemood. North -Webster United Methodist Church; Rev. Allen Holms. Cromwell United Methodist Church; and Rev Ross Ritchey. Leesburg United . Methodist Church —O — ci IS SYRACUSE Soon to have a new supper club? This would appear to be the case as word got out this week that one Maurie Yoder, a successful Topeka entrepreneur, has purchased the tract of land on the comer of SR 13 and CR 1200 N, just across from Wawasee Bowl, from the First National Bank of Warsaw Apparently the Warsaw bank has given up its attempt to establish a branch bank at that location following its rebuff before a federal banking commission in Cleveland some time ago Anyway, just a week ago Yoder was successful in having the old Cove Tavern three-way liquor license transferred from Dorothy Hunsinger to his own name. The proposed supper club will be named the Red Door, according to O A Lambert, Syracuse realtor who has been handling the property transfer. More on this later. Hearings set on NIPSCo's rate increase The Public Service Commission of Indiana will begin hearing evidence on June 1 in regard to Northern Indiana Public Service Company’s electric rate increase request. The utility will present its case starting at 9:30 a m in Room 907 of the State Office Building. Indianapolis. The following dates and places were set to take testimony from NIPSCo ratepayers. June 18, 13:30 p.m., conference room. IU Gary. 35th and Adams, Gary; 57:30 p.m.. Rogers High School, Pash Road. Michigan City; and June 25. 1-3:30 p.m., Portage High School auditorium. Portage; 5-7:30 p.m. armory. 1502 Linwood Ave., Valparaiso. The public counselor, an attorney representing the utility ratepayers and any intervenors, will present technical evidence to the P.S.C. on July 6, 9.30 a m. id the State Office Building. Room 907, Indianapolis. NIPSCo is asking the commission to permit a 13.3 per cent retail rate raise, which if approved, will generate $89.5 million in additional annual revenues for the utility. The last NIPSCo rate raise was August 27, 1960.