The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 6, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 February 1983 — Page 2

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Table decision on fluoride

By DEB FOX A small turnout of Milford towns people attended a meeting concerning fluoride treatment in the town’s water supply. The meeting was held Wednesday evening, Feb. 16, at 7 in the Milford Community Building. Those attending included the town board members. Steve Miller, Darrell Om and Jean Treesh; Marion Deeter; and John Perry. Dr. Jack P. Mollenkopf, dental consultant for the state board of health and Clifford D. Bragg, consultant for the board of health were present at the meeting to answer questions from the board and guests. Following the presentation by the consultants the board tabled a decision until its March 8 meeting. Action would have been taken that evening, however, more time was wanted by Miller, board president, to check into the treatment. “I feel a little uneasy,” remarked Miller, who added he would like to talk more with Bill Knowles, Utility supervisor, who operated a fluoride treatment facility in Topeka. Darrell Om commented, “You can almost assume all those who didn’t show up were for it." Communal Flouridation Dr. Mollenkopf remarked fluoride exists in all water supplies, however, the problem is the fluoride level does not give the optimal dental benefits. He stated the fluoride level in Milford’s water supply is at . 1 or .2 parts per million, If fluoridation is approved the fluoride level would be adjusted upward to one ppm. Dr. Mollenkopf stated with the fluoride level at one ppm there is 50-60 per cent less tooth decay in those who. had fluoride treated water between the ages of infant through 16. By this time the individual is able to make a decision on brushing his dr her teeth and the value of a healthy mouth. Fluoride treated water is

Mild temperatures The temperatures so far this winter have been extremely mild. The coldest reading was three degrees on January 18 according to Goshen College weather observer Lores Steury. Last year we had 14 days of zero degrees or lower and had 73 continuous days of snow on the ground. A 14 inch accumulation on the ground was the record that year. In contrast, this year Steury has counted only 29 days that had any snow on the ground, and sometimes it was just a trace. The coldest temperature on record in the United States is 69 degrees below zero. That was set on January 20,1954, in Rogers Pass, Mont. Turtle Lake, N.D., holds a record for coldest monthly average with a 19 below zero average from February in 1936. The winter of 1935-36 was a cold one for many parts of the United States. Landon, N.D. had 176 days which reached a low of 32 degrees and 41 days when the high for the day was zero or below. ROCK CHURCH PROCLAIMS “The Sovereignty of God” » By Sarah M. Tuttle It is comforting and reassuring to know that God, the creator and sustainer of the entire universe, and all life is supreme in power and the supreme Ruler. The main theme of the Book of Daniel (and the entire Bible as far as that goes) is “The Sovereignty of God”. In chapter 2, verse 47 we hear King Nebuchadnezzar say to Daniel, “Surely your God is the God of gods and the Lord of kings.. then in chapter 4, verse 37 he says “Now I Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, because everything he does is right and all his ways are just. And those who walk in pride he is able to humble.” In chapter 6, verse 26 King Darius issues a degree that all people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel — “For He is the living God and He endures forever; His kingdom will not be destroyed, His dominion will never end. ” Today, mbre than ever we need to realize that God is in control. When we give our life to Him totally we can rest and trust Him because He has our best interest at heart. Roman 8:28 tells us that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. Rock Church proclaims that God loves you and wants you to trust Him and find rest in Him. In Matthew 10:28-31 we’re told by Jesus to not be afraid that not even a sparrow can fall to the earth apart from the will of the Father and that even the very hairs of your head are numbered. Knowing this, can you refuse to turn your entire life over to Him? Give Him your life today! And Christian, can you afford to be “casual” in your walk with God — NO! Become a witness for the Lord — tell someone today what He’s done for you. Share the good news with a friend. JESUS SAVES! JESUS IS THE ROCK Rock Church currently meets at the Turkey Creek Conservation Clubhouse 10 A.M. Sunday Morning and 7 P.M. on Sunday & Wednesday Evenings.

also easier for those parents who can’t afford fluoride vitamins, dental check-ups or those who are lapse about the needed treatments. In explaining how the fluoride works in the human body, Dr * Mollenkopf commented that the fluoride an individual consumes as an infant develops in the teeth before erupting into the mouth. He added the fluoride benefits 99 per cent of those developing teeth. Fluoride In Indiana In the state, fluoride was first adjusted into a community’s water system in 1951 in Fort Wayne, Indianapolis and Huntingburg. Evansville, Grand Rapids, Mich., and Kingston, N.Y., were the first major cities in the country to have fluoride. This w3as shortly after World War 11. Studies have been done to demonstrate the benefits. In those communities with fluoride at one ppm the children had less tooth decay. There are over 3*2 million Hoosiers drinking fluoride water and over 93 per cent drink from communal water supply. To aid communities with populations of 5,000 or below, the state board of health applied for a federal grant through the communicable disease center. With the grant the board of health is able to place the needed equipment in communities and provide one year’s supply of chemical at no cost to the town. Dr. Mollenkopf and Bragg remarked there are no strings attached. The equipment belongs to the town as long as it is in use. The only obligation to the town is taking a sample once a week and sending it to the board of health for proper monitoring. Questions Bragg and Dr. Mollenkopf were asked about model teeth from too much fluoride. Both replied a child would have to drink five bath tubs full of water in 24 hours before he or she would be es-

fected. Bragg added if the pump would break down the fluoride would not go through the system because of the anti-siphon devices. The consultant also stated there is no oder, color or taste to fluoride. There was a concern if a special building was needed. Board members were assured the fluoride treatment unit could be with other water equipment. Other questions included the cost after the first year, who does the repairs if there is a malfunction, and how long it would take to install. The board members were told after the first year the cost would be around $650 per year for the fluoride, depending on the supplier and a monthly charge for a water softner. Bragg stated the town would not use near as much soft water as a person does in a home because only one gallon of fluoride solution is used to 20,000 gallons of water to get one ppm. Concerning the malfunction of equipment both men stated the track record has been fantastic on the equipment. There will be a one-year warranty on the equipment and it requires very little maintenance, however the town would be responsible for repairs after the first year. Druggist-Physican Concerns John Perry, local druggist, spoke up on behalf of Dr. Floyd Rheinheimer and himself concerning flouridating the whole town for those ages one through seven years old. Perry stated. “We’re not opposed to the system per se.” He added that flouridation was not good for geratric patients, and asked what would happen down the road if a utility superivisor did not maintain equipment properly and too much fluoride was put into the water supply. Perry’s final comment was that he and Dr. Rheinheimer, “wonder about the validity of this for this age group when the parents should be taking care of it themselves. ’ ’ Bragg assurred Perry that if the fluoride sample showed any signs of problems the town would be notified immediately by telephone and not by mail. Bragg MAD drive underway for membership With the completion of theMilford Community Building and all the contributions, board members of the Milford Area Development Council, Inc., are working on a membership drive. Anyone in Van Buren Township, business or individual, may join MAD and show his or her support in the progress of Milford and have an input of what goes on in the town. All businesses will be contacted via mail and then personally by a member of MAD’s board of directors. Persons who wish to join should send membership fees to Don Arnold, MAD treasurer, or other MAD officers.

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* I also stated that test equipment is : part of the equipment furnished and the utility supervisor, if i knowledgable and certified by the state, should know how to I properly run the tests. » Another concern was brought up for those who live outside the city limits, attend school in town and are taking prescribed fluoride vitamins. “Any child who is to receive vitamins on a daily basis should have the well water checked for fluoride,” remarked Dr. Mollenkopf. “I look at all of these endorsements, AMA, ACS, and the Indiana University Medical Center has had it there for over 30 years and there has never been anything to give them a question or doubt. I feel confident and strongly endorce it,” remarked Dr. Mollenkopf, who was later asked if doctors were against it. He replied there is one dentist in the state and several physicians, but he could count the opposition on his hand. Board Remarks Jean Treesh stated she had been doing reading about fluoride treatments and had her mind made up before the presentation. “I’m interested with these kids who are coming up. There are very, very few patients of any doctor who take vitamins every year. We must avail the children,” commented Mrs. Treesh. If the town of Milford would decide to go ahead with the treatment it would take 60 days from the time an ordinance or resolution is passed for the equipment to be in operation. By going through the board of health the town would receive equipment worth $5,000. Broken equipment poor EPA rating A chlorinator used to test water samples malfunctioned causing drinking water in Milford to be labeled at the “maximum contaminant level” exceeding federal standards. The water was determined unsafe after a June reading. According to Bill Knowles, street and water commissioner for Milford, a malfunctioning chlorinator was the reason water was recorded at the maximum contaminant level. Knowles was hired five months after the faulty reading and said the chlorinator was repaired last summer. Webster board meets tonight North Webster Town Board held a meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 16, for the purpose of designating depositories. Three local banks, Lake City Bank, Counting House Bank, and Warsaw Federal Savings and Loan, were designated as depositories.

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Syracuse park board needs members The Syracuse Park Board met February 16 to vote on new officers and projected goals for the year. The need for new members on the park board was also discussed. New officers are as follows: President — Alan Kitson Vice president — Kip Schumm Secretary — Diana Walker Treasurer — Pat Bartow A request is extended for anyone interested in serving on the board to help make planned projects become a reality. Anyone interested in serving on the board should contact one of the officers. Details of projects and goals such as concession stand repairs and playground equipment will be discussed at the March meeting. Head on crash (Continued from page 1) Kitch, Tom Brindle, Dave Curtis; Syracuse Police officers, Steve Knispel, Jon Miller and Corky Wong. Assisting were Syracuse Fire Department and EMS and the North Webster EMS. Double Services A double funeral service was held at 10 am. this morning (Wednesday) in the Harris Funeral Home for Kenneth D. Pletcher. 44, and Florence Pletcher, 75. both of r 2 box 577 Syracuse. Pletcher was bom on June 12, 1938, to Walter and Florence (Fink) Pletcher. He and his mother moved to Syracuse in 1945 from Nappanee and both were members of the North Webster Church of God. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Ralph (Nancy) Allen, Seymor, Mrs. Rick (Wanetta) Cripps, Milford; and one brother, David Pletcher, Fort Wayne. Florence Pletcher was bom on December 8, 1907, in Elkhart County to Lawrence and Amanda (Laughman) Fink. In 1932 she married Walter Pletcher who preceded her in death in 1971. Mrs. Pletcher was a homemaker. In addition to those named above, additional survivors include five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three sisters, Mrs. Dora Maurer, New Paris; Mrs. Nora Maurer, Elkhart; Mrs. Edna Mitschelen, Elkhart; and one brother, Ralph Fink, Nappanee. Rev. Charles Towriss officiated at the services and burial was in Syracuse cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Yellow Creek Lake Campground. Spatters If the paint spatters are just a few small drops, use nail-polish remover. Allow it to soak for a few minutes, then rub it off with a cloth and wash with warm suds. The paint will usually disappear, no matter how long it has been there.

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MAD committees appointed

(Continued from page 1) clean-up, paint-up and fix-up week; present a long range plan for an uptown mall; and coordinate hours for store closings due to deaths and special events and be responsible for getting flowers. Planning-zoning, annexation — Ron Baumgartner and Don Ahms. These men will serve as a study committee and study the effects of zoning and annexation; present a* feasible plan for presentation to MAD and the town board; and be able to publically support its recommendations. Report On Land Darrell Ora stated the committee concerning the land that once held the Milford High School met. Becky Doll said she will check with alumni on their feelings about the land since it no longer holds a school and Lani Baker will contact all merchants for their ideas on use of the land. Don Arnold will be taking a proposal from MAD to the Lakeland School Board to see if the board favors a long term lease agreement. Kenneth Greenwood contacted residents in the surrounding neighborhood for their input and the majority

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(Continued from page 1) Todd plans to build 30 new condominium units on the property. The vote was 3-2 in favor of the zoning change, with board members Steve Butt, Jim Hughes and Joe Morganthaler voting in favor. The two dissenting votes cast by board president Carl Myrick and Bill Hess. Morganthaler said after thinking about the matter, he believed the projected additional revenue the town would gain from the property would outweigh the additional strain on the town’s sewer system. In last week’s meeting, Hess and Myrick both expressed concern about the burden these condominiums would have on the already overworked sewer system. Myrick maintained his earlier position of being reluctant to

Syracuse bids listed Here’s a rundown of the bids submitted for the proposed Syracuse Town Hall project: • Ira C. Mast and Sons Inc., Fort Wayne. complete. • Ancon Construction Company, Goshen. $592,983, 147 days to complete. • Baker and Sons. Huntington. $605,500,300 days to complete. • Wright Construction, Elkhart. $612,000,182 days to complete. • Silkworth Community Builders, Fort Wayne. $615,300, 180 days to complete. • W.J. Carey Construction, South Whitley. $620,300,180 days to complete. • Rome Builders, Inc., Indianapolis. $627,385.28, 140 days to complete. • Hamstra Builders, Inc., Wheatfield. $640,916, 210 days to complete. • Brown and Brown Construction, Wakarusa. $650,000,240 days to complete. • Zumbrun Construction, Fort Wayne. $661,890, 225 days to complete. • Anderson-Miller Inc., Kokomo. $700,000, 300 days to complete. * • D and C Construction, South Whitley. $718,500, 300 days to complete. • Robinson Construction, Warsaw. $720,757, 260 days to complete.

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stated if it was not made into a park, they would prefer to see homes built there insteaded of businesses. William O. Leemon, attorney at law, was asked to serve on this committee. Spaghetti Supper Members of the board of directors for MAD will have tickets available for the March 18 spaghetti supper in the Milford Community Building. The supper will be from 4-7 p.m. with salad, garlic bread, spaghetti and drink available. Desserts, such as pie and cake, will be sold at an additional cost. Evans will check to see how many Boy Scouts can assist with setting up, cleaning up and making coffee available while Don Arnold will ask Kiwanis Club members to assist. Mrs. Doll and Mrs. Treesh will assist Mrs. Heckaman in the kitchen. Mrs. Treesh asked each MAD member to ask organizations they know to donate desserts for the evening. If there are any left at the end of the supper the items will be sold whole. Mrs. Baker and Keiper will be working together on a

eliminate the factory, a building he believed could provide jobs. Myrick said if the board elected to rezone the property residential, chances are the plant could never operate again. Attorney Steve Snyder, representing Todd, said the property could still be used for a light industrial purpose if the plant was purchased by someone else. At last week’s meeting. Area Planning Director Dan Richard said the rezoning has a one-year period left in its present light industrial status even if the the board voted to make the zoning changed. If the plans for the condominiums were not completed, the property could still be used as light industrial. Snyder told the board that even if the plans fall through after one year, a special exception in a residential area could be ob-

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questionnaire form for businesses in the community to have an input in community affairs. These questionnaires will be anonymous expressing impromptu answers. Richard Smith and Elmer Sorensen were asked to get and install handrails for both bathrooms in the building. Keiper stated the building has been inspected by the insurance company and a fire extinguisher is needed. A motion for purchasing a fire extinguisher was made and passed. Citizen Banquet Little discussion was held concerning the upcoming Citizen of the Year Banquet to be held on Saturday, April 16. Dr. T. A. Miller, chairman for the speaker, was given some names to contact for entertainment It was also mentioned that last year was the first year the banquet had a profit and it was suggested the committee set the price by considering the cost of food, plaques, flowers and entertainment. More information on the banquet will be given in March. The next scheduled MAD meeting will be March 12.

tained by the new property owners. If the Area Plan Commission in Warsaw should rule against such a move, Snyder said the town board could overrule the APC decision. “The ultimate decision is up to this board," he said. “Your decision is not irretrievable, ’ ’ he explained The plans proposed by Todd would require a variance for a 12foot setback from the water’s edge. The setback ordinance requires a 35-foot setback. Also, some questions remain concerning the square footage requirement. These and all other specific issues regarding the property must be resolved by the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals. The Syracuse BZA has scheduled a special meeting next Thursday, March 3, to discuss the issue. . \

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