The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 3, Milford, Kosciusko County, 2 February 1983 — Page 7

Community Corner

Zurcher speaks to Rotary on 'What's Right for America'

Vernon Zurcher, a social studies teacher at Wawasee High School, gave a talk to the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club Tuesday on “What’s Right for America.” He said that America is not always looked on in a favorable manner in many of the countries of the world and that one cause is because Americans tear the country apart. He asked Rotarians, “What would happen to your business if all of your employees continually tore the company down? It would soon go to pot. The same goes for our country. We forget^where we came from and become complacent.” “Some things are still important," the speaker said. “We need to understand that our forefathers came over to this country for many reasons, but all came because they were looking for freedom. “We can disagree with each other but we can still grow. A disagreement is healthy if we can understand This gives us challenge.” He said tha£ it is an amazing thing to him that our Declaration and Constitution contain some 7,000 words plus with 10 changes which became the Bill of Rights and there have been only 16 changes since 1791. “The Constitution begins with three words, “We the people — ” and that we the people will get just the kind of government we deserve.” The speaker said that what is wrong with America is not government problems, it is people problems. . “Our forefathers set up a government of checks and balances with three distinct functions.” The Congress makes the laws, the president enforces the laws and the courts interpret them. For example: the president appoints justices to the Supreme Court but the appointment must be approved by the Congress; the president signs treaties but they must be ratified by the Congress; Congress passes laws but the president has the power of veto, which in turn, may be overturned by the Congress. These are the checks and balances set up by our forefathers.

Zurcher pointed out that we have the smallest turnout at the polls of any Democracy in the world. Fifty-fifty five per cent of our registered voters turn out. which means that 26 per cent of

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our population can elect our elected officials to office • He also stated that America has a free enterprise system which must be working. This country has only six per cent of the world population and yet Americans produce 33 per cent of the world’s goods and services “We must be doing something right. We need to take more opportunity to go out and be what we want and we are free to do just that. “We have no restrictions on movement. The government, the people and the system,,are right, but “We the People” must make it work,” he added. Zurcher also said that at least 60 per cent of America’s forefathers came to this country seeking religious freedom. In the Connecticut Convention problems arose and bickering brought the convention to a standstill. Ben Franklin got up and said

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MR. AND MRS. GRANT ROBERTS Deanna Hamlin, Grant Roberts married in Yellow Creek Church

Following a wedding trip to Florida, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Roberts are residing at 1653 Strong Avenue in Elkhart. They

something to the effect that if a sparrow cannot drop to the ground without Him knowing, how could the convention hope to survive without His help? They started over with a prayer and to this day the sessions of Congress are started with prayer. “These are very crucial periods in our country,” Zurcher said. “This is not a very good country, just the very best there is!” He said, “We must look on our country with pride but we cannot become complacent, as then we will have a tendancy to gripe. “There is much about which to be ashamed and much that can be changed. But there is still much to be proud of. Hope and opportunity are still with us. “Remember that [ride and reform must go hand-in-hand. America is not a “very good" country, it is just the very best there is,” he concluded.

were married in a double-ring ceremony on December 11 in Yellow Creek Church of the Brethren. Rev. John Groth performed the ceremony. The bride is the former Deanna Renee Hamlin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hamlin, 27848 CR 24W Elkhart. Parents of the bridegroom are Mrs. Robert W. Hostetler of Danville, 111., and Gary L. Roberts of Wakarusa. Attending the couple were Kathy R. Kane of Inman, S.C., as maid of honor, and Gregg W. Roberts of Gainsville, Fla., as best man. Bridesmaids were Cathy L. Hamlin and Jane M. Hamlin of Elkhart. Groomsmen were Don Bennett of Miiwood and D. Roberts of Mishawaka. the guests were Brett L. Hamlin and Randy L. Ramer. A reception followed at the church with Sue Bank, Dawn Edwards and Kim Jones serving. The bride is a graduate of Concord High School while the bridegroom graduated from North Wood High School. Both are employed by CTS Corporation. Lime-out To remove lime deposits from a teakettle, fill the kettle with equal parts of vinegar and water. Bring to a boil and allow to stand overnight.

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Angela Troup and Harold IBggnbolham wed Jan. 22

Angela Troup, Milford, and Harold Higginbotham, Nappanee, were united in marriage on Saturday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. in the Apostolic Christian Church of Milford. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill ’ < Ann> Troup, r I Milford, and the bridegroom is the son of Audrey Higginbotham, 251 West Centennial Street, Nappanee. Jesse Beer performed the double-ring ceremony in front of 100 guests with special music provided by Jill Wolferman, pianist, and Pam Brookins, soloist. They performed “The Wedding Song” and “Through the Eyes of Love. ” The. bride, given in marriage by her father, was attended by her sister, Cristine Troup, as Forrest Plank honored on 81st birthday Forrest Plank, Syracuse, was honored at a surprise birthday party Monday evening, Jan. 31, at the Lakeland Eagles in Syracuse. Plank, who turned 81 Monday, is the first card member and the first charter member of the Lakeland Eagles. Present for the celebration were 75 guests including Syracuse Fire Chief, Joe Anderson ; President of the Lakeland Eagles, Burl Warren; President of the Lakeland Eagles Auxiliary, Peg Snyder; and a representative of the American Legion, George Nordman. Plank was presented with three birthday cakes, gifts, cards and lifetime memberships from the Lakeland Eagles and American Legion.

maid of honor. Christine wore a burgandy gown and a wreath of baby’s breath and pink and burgandy flowers on her head. Jackie Greuter, r 5 Syracuse, served the bride as bridesmaid and Kimberly Troup, sister of the bride, was flower girl. Don Higginbotham, Nappanee, served his brother as best man and Phil Rosentrater, also of Nappanee, was groomsman. Tim Troup, brother of the bride, and Jeff Higginbotham, brother of the bridegroom, lit the candles while Dan Chamberlin of Nappanee and Steve Price of Warsaw were ushers. Following the ceremony, a reception hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Phil Price honored the couple. Kelly Hill. Lori Price and Kerry Conley served refreshments. The bride is attending Wawasee High School and Fairfield Vocational School and will graduate in May. The bridegroom is a 1979 graduate of North Wood High School and is employed by Martin’s Supermarket in Elkhart. The couple resides at r I Milford.

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MUSKIES PROGRAM — Jed Pearson, center, district fisheries biologist for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, presented a program on the stocking of muskies in Lake Webster for the Kiwanis Chib of Lakeland. North Webster, on Monday Morning. Jan. 31. The presentation was arranged by Dean Hartle, right, program chairman; and Arnold Karr, left manager of Tri-County Fish and Wildlife Area. The biologist explained past stocking procedures by the DNR and a check-up on fish placed in the lake several years ago. Since Lake Webster is well adapted to the growth of muskies. a release of 3,o<M> pure bred muskies per year will be reteased in the lake in the next few years.

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Jayceettes give donations Members and guests of the Milford Jayceettes met Monday. Jan. 31, at the Milford Community Building The evening began with a program given by Cheryl Brunjes, a certified EmergencyMedical Technician. Mrs. Brunjes gave the group a history of the Milford Emergency Medical Service and told of her experiences as an EMT After a tour of the ambulances, the Jayceettes voted to give the Milford EMS a donation President Kathy Beer announced the club also gave the Milford Public Library a donation and a thank you note from Jodi Brown, acting librarian, was read Reports on the children's bazaar held on December 4 and the Toys for Tots program, cosponsored with the Jaycees. were given. Members will be honoring Jayceette week with a progressive dinner on February--19 including all Jayceettes and their husbands. Brenda Kramer, region two director, gave the club an orientation of the Indiana Jayceettes which was followed by an installation of new members. New members include: Nan Philips. Dewart Lake; BeckyHaugh, Milford; and Sue Laßue, Warsaw. The president then read thank you notes and presented prizes to members before adjourning the meeting. Cindy Kaiser will be the hostess for the February meeting

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PLANS TO WED IN AVGUST — Mr. and Mrs. Glen Samuel Cole. Harborside Condominium. Syracuse. announce the engagement of their daughter. Cathleen Carol, to David Lee Keim. The bride-elect is a 1080 graduate of Wawasee High School, attended Ball State University and is a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority. She is employed at Nu Vision Optical. Elkhart? The bridegroom-elect is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lemoine Keim, r 4 Syracuse. He is a 1978 graduate of Wawasee High School and is a senior at Ball State University, studying industrial technology. . He is a member of Sigma Nu ’ fraternity. An August 6 wedding is being planned.

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CALENDAR Week Os February 2 To February 9 WEDNESDAY Ladies Aid 7 a.m., Church of the Brethren. Syracuse Al-Anon 7:30 p.m , Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church. Syracuse Syracuse Lions Club 6:30 p.m.. Beacon Restaurant. Syracuse North Webster Town Board A 7 p.m., town hall. North Webster Order of Eastern Star 7:30 p.m.. Masonic Lodge. Milford Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m.. Wawasee Episcopal Center, Vernon Road, onehalf mile east of South Shore Golf Club Al-Anon 7:30 p.m . Sacred Heart Church, Warsaw THURSDAY Al-Anon 9:30 a.m.. Saint Andrews United Methodist Church. Syracuse Milford Volunteer Firemen 7 p.m.. Milford Fire Station First Brethren Women's Missionary Society 7:30 p.m. .First Brethren Church. Milford North Webster American Legion Auxiliary 8 p m . Legion Hall. North Webster FRIDAY Milford Kiwanis At/'’ 6:45a.m . Community Building. Milford Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m.. Wawasee Episcopal Center. Vernon Road, onehalf mile east of South Shore Golf Club Alcoholics Anonymous 8 p.m.. Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church. Syracuse SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis 7 ain.. Gropp's Restaurant. Syracuse SUNDAY Alcoholics Anonymous 10a.m. North Webster Fire Station MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis 7a.m., Church of God meeting room. North Webster TOP 106 4:30 p m.. Calvary United Methodist Church, Syracuse Milford Lions 7p m., Milford Community Building Sorosis Club 7:30p.m. , Al-Anon 7:30 p.m . United Methodist Church. Milford TUESDAY • Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary < 12 noon. Beacon Restaurant. Syracuse Home Arts Club " 1:30 p.m. vtn "‘ Sy/acuse Business and Professional W omen’s (. lub \£<3o-p.m. Syracuse Coin Club V 7 p.m.. Lakeland Youth Center. Syracuse Lakeland School Board 7p.m . school administration building. Syracuse Syracuse Park Board 7.15 p.m , Syracuse Town Hall Sugar N’ Spice Club 7:30p.m. Milford Town Board 7:30 p.m.. Milford Town Hall Lakeland Art Association 7:30p.m., Cardinal Center, Warsaw Milford Masonic Lodge 7:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge, Milford WEDNESDAY , Ladies Aid 7a.m., Syracuse Church of the Brethren Goodwill Club 1:30 p. m., House of Friendshi p Eagles Auxiliary, Aerie 3760 Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore Street, Syracuse Al-Anon 7:30 p.m.. Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church, Syracuse Aim Ta Please! * Your Valentinh With: Al/ • Fresh Howers • Silk Flowers • Dried Arrangements • Balloons From SMITH’S FLOWER e & GIFT SHOP w A SO6 W. SecdonSi. - - MUferd WH| Located 2 Blocks South And 2 Blocks West Os Stoplkjht On 15 Opening Saturday, Feb. 5, 1983 Couqtty Woodie d • Appalachian Splint Oak Baskets • Handcrafted Custom Shelves & Plate Bailing • Grapevine Wreaths • Silk And Dried Flowers • Izod Sportswear • Country Gifts Location: Hours: SR 13, V 2 Mile South Os 10:00-6:00 Mon Sat Bowling Alley, Syracuse 12:00-5:00 Sun (219) 457-4308 Closed Wed

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