The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 22, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 June 1983 — Page 12
THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed.. June 15.1983
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North Webster News LEEWILLMAN
Firemen Ladies Auxiliary purchases insulated jug
North Webster Firemen Ladies > Auxiliary met June 6 at the fire station. Refreshments were served by Dixie Likens. It was announced that a heavy duty, three-gallon insulated jug has been purchased for the fire department. It will be used for transporting hot or cold beverages during emergency situations. The group pledged SSOO toward purchasing a rescue Past chiefs ploy euchre North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters met June 8 at the home of Alice Kissinger with Margaret Dyke, San Diego, Calif, and Marie Hursey as guests. A get well card was signed for a member who recently had eye surgery. Euchre was played with Alroma Green placing high and Ethel Engel placing low. Corrinne Staples received the door prize. Jeanette Bockman will be hostess for the July meeting.
It happened in — . , King Arthur's Town
THERE WERE 145 children and 52 adults who participated in Vacation Bible School last week at North Webster Church of God. The Brown family puppets were present each day during worship time. Also, 25 teens and eight leaders enjoyed Day Camp at Rapp’s Woods. —o— MILDRED YEAGER has been released from Goshen Hospital and is now residing at Fountainview Rest Home. Goshen. —o— REV. AND Mrs. Rex Lindemood were guests of honor at a reception held from 9:30 till 10:30 am., June 12, at North Webster United Methodist Church. The 45 Plus Sunday School class was in charge of refreshments. BOUQUETS TO Mr. and Mrs. Jack Parr and Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Gilmore for recently organizing the North Webster Junior High Athletic Boosters Club. Letters were sent to parents at the end of school and on June 4 a group of folks started to work on the Pony League ball
Honor roll given at Webster
Principal Wendell Bryant of North Webster Junior High School has announced the students making the honor roll for the final grading period of the 1982-83 school year. Distinguished Honor Roll Eighth grade — Drew Parr, Scott Shoemaker, Angie Barton, Sarah Boyer, Lisa Noble Seventh grade — Basil Bonner, Lee Haney, Russ Rhodes, Staci Foy, Tammy Geiger, Jennifer Gilmore, Kristy Parsons, Traci Shoemaker, Jerlyn Sponseller Sixth grade — Jeff Boyer, Steve Eastman, Brad Leedy, Eric Stookey Regular Honor Roll Eighth grade — Eric Metcalf, Russ Molencupp, Kevin Parker, Mariann Loxley Seventh grade — Jamison Stevens, Julie Kern, Kathy Pearson, Traci Wehmeyer Sixth grade — Matt Dick, Mike Foy, Mary Hardy, Lora Hollar, Bobbie Meadows, Shea Metcalf At the school’s Awards Day ceremonies, the following students received certificates of attendance for having perfect attendence for the entire year: Eight grade — Karen Williamson, Brenda Whitridge, Roberta Whitacre, Matt Vankirk, Scott Shoemaker, Jamie Prescott, Kevin Parker, Boun Oudomsack Seventh grade — Basil Bonner, Tony Clevenger, Jamison Stevens, William Whitridge, Brett Anderson, Tim Keim, James Willard, Matt Borden, Kristy Parsons, Traci Shoemaker Sixth grade — Jeff Carey, Matt Dick, Steve Eastman, Jason Prescott, Ed Sult, Sherry Ross The following students received certificates from Northwestern University for participating in the 1983 Midwest Talent Search. Eighth grade - Angie Barton, Kelly McKown, Eric Metcalf, Drew Parr, James Prescott Seventh grade — Jay Gagne, Jennifer Gilmore, Julie Kern, Mark Lenfestey, W’endy Lung, Russ Rhodes, Jerlyn Sponseller Sixth grade - Shelly Boyer. Michelle Dick, Steve Eastman,
devise. Donation canisters have been placed in local businesses and all donations toward the project will be welcome. One • Jaws'’ cost about SB,OOO and is used to extract people who are trapped in wrecked cars, etc. Teams are needed for the Mermaid Festival water ball competition on June 19. North Webster is the sponsoring fire department. Following the event refreshments will be served to all water ball players and their families. It was decided not to participate in a bowling league next winter. The ladies decided to have a refreshments booth during the Mermaid Festival parades on June 22 and 25. Tot Finder safety stickers will also be available at the refreshments booth. An ice cream social is planned for August and the possibility of another benefit basketball game in September was discussed. New books New books at the library: Adult non-fiction: “Nuestro Mundo,” by Zenia Sacks da Silva; “Vista Hispanica,” by Ruth R. Ginsburg, “Nous les jeunes” by
field. Bleachers were repaired, the old fence was torn down and the grass was mowed and trimmed. A new fence will be put up and a score board installed. Anyone who is interested in helping or supporting the group is welcome to call the Parrs or the Gilmores.. IN THE hospital — Wilma Conner, Saint Joe Hospital, Fort Wayne; Charles Gant, VA Hospital, Fort Wayne. —o THE JUNIOR Sunday School class from North Webster Church of the Brethren held a picnic on June 7 at Jellystone Park. Swimming and minature golf were enjoyed. Those attending were. Kathy Richcreek, Angie Tom, Jill Haney, David Penn, Jimmie Adams, J.D. Adams, Bounerette Oudomasak and Brian Rose. Virginia Penn is the class teacher. She was assisted by Janet Richcreek and Sandy Adams.
Chris Jordan, Brad Leedy, Maria Meadows, Gretchen Reiter, Eric Stookey Shea Metcalf received a Recognition of Merit award for working on the winning Future Problem Solving team. Six students were named “Student of the Month” based on academic achievement and citizenship. They were Steve Eastman, grade six; Brad Leedy, grade six; Traci Wehmeyer, grade seven; Angie Barton, grade eight; and Drew Parr, grade eight. Three students were winners in the Journal-Gazette spellling contest. They were Brady Leedy, sixth grade winner; Russ Rhodes, seventh and eighth grade winner; and Jerlyn Sponseller, seventh and eighth grade runner-up. Academic awards were presented to 24 outstanding students. To earn an award, a student must have been on the honor roll during the previous three grading periods this school year. Distinguished Academic Awards Eighth grade — Angie Barton, Sarah Boyer, Eric Metcalf, Lisa Noble, Drew Parr Seventh grade — Tammy Geiger, Jenni Gilmore, Kristy Parsons, Traci Shoemaker, Jerlyn Sponseller Sixth grade — Michelle Dick, Brad Leedy, Eric Stookey Regular Academic Awards Eighth grade — Kelli Mort Seventh grade — Lee Haney, Basil Bonner, Staci soy, Kathy Pearson Sixth grade — Brett Burbank, Shelly Boyer, Fred Crouch, Mary Hardy, Shea Metcalf Medals were given to the top student in each subject area. They were: Language arts — Drew Parr, grade eight; Traci Shoemaker, grade seven; Brad Leedy, grade six Math — Kelli Mort, grade eight; Jenni Gilmore, grade seven; Lora Hollar, grade six Science — Eric Metcalf, grade eight; Kristi Parson, grade seven; Steve Eastman, grade six
Alice Langellier; “Dictionary of foreign terms,” by C.O. Sylvester Mawson; “Espanol: Entender y Hablar,” by Gregory G. LaGrone; “Spanish for communication,” by William E. Bull; “Jeunes boix, jeunes visages,” by Yvone Lenard; “The enduring questions,” by Melvin Rader; “Modern American Poetry and Modern British poetry,” by Lous Untermeyer; “Deutsch: Sprechen und Lesen,” by Helmut Rehder; “Western star,” by Stephen Vincent Benet; “My American Heritage,” by Ralph Henry; “Little journeys to the homes of great reformers (Vol. 21)", by Elbert Hubbard; “The complete novels and selected tales of Nathaniel Hawthorne,” by Norman Holmes Pearson, ed.; “English romantic poets,” by James Stephens, ed.; “Victorian and later English poets," by James Stephens, ed.; “Walden and other writings of Henry David Thoreau," by Brooks Atkinson, ed.” “Emotional problems of Living,” by O. Spurgeon English; “Problems in Aesthetics,” by Morris Weitz; “American literature — 1620-1865 (Vol. D,” by Don M. Wolfe; “Literary history of the United States,” by Robert E. Spiller; “Writing with a purpose,” by James M. McCrimmon; “At home with music,” by Signund Spaeth; “The story of mankind,” by Hendrik van Loon; “The trancendentalists," by Perry
CANDY SMYTHE has been released from KCH where she recently underwent knee surgery. She is now recuperating at home, recouperating at home. —o—- — MOVE a cat’s food and water dishes unless your nervous system is in good shape. It takes a strong constitution to cope with a hysterical feline. —o— BILL AND Sandy Zirkle, Dunkirk, are opening an extension to their "Nest Egg” shop of gifts and quilted items housed in the old railroad depot at Dunkirk. The extension will be located in one of the log cabins at Clarksville. The Zirkle’s daughter, Tammy, will be managing the extension during the summer months. —o— HAVE A Happy Father’s Day! —o— TILL NEXT week... -NW-
Social studies — Angie Barton, grade eight; Jerlyn Sponseller, grade seven; Jeff Boyer, grade six Art — Pam Needier, grade eight; Tracy Wehmeyer, grade seven Home economics — Angie Richcreek, grade eight; Mandy Schmucker, grade seven Industrial arts — Drew Parr, grade eight; Jim Willard, grade seven The Over All Adademic award for eighth grade was presented to Angie Barton. The following students earned President’s Physical Fitness awards: First year — Mike Foy, Jerlyn Sponseller, Traci Shoemaker, Amy Parr, Brian Richcreek, Drew Parr, Daryle Hill Second year — Pete Bonner, Jeff Boyer, Jeff Carey, Matt Dick, Rob Rhodes, Wendy Lung, Jama Roose, Kelly Lundy, Kristi Parsons, Jenni Gilmore, Tammy Geiger, Derek Bowen, Brian Richcreek Third year — Basil Bonner, Jason Elliott, Kelly Mitchell, Jennifer Morgan, Steve Rozow, Russ Molencupp, Nathan Rhoades The following eighth graders received Athletic Trophies for being the top athlete in their particular sport: Staci Barker (volleyball), Pam Needier (gymnastics), Jama Roose (basketball), Kelly Mitchell (track), Drew Parr (football), Kevin Parker (basketball), Kent Enyeart (wrestling) and Steve Rozow (track). Academic Athletic trophies were presented to the two top Academic students who have participated in two sports for two years. These trophies were presented to seventh graders Jerlyn Sponseller and Basil Bonner and eighth graders Angie Barton and Drew Parr. Cheerleading pins went to eighth graders Kelly Lundy, Kelly McKown, Jennifer Morgan, Pam Needier and Jodi Lawson. Rom Pom awards were presented to top performers Angie Richcreek and Mary Vester.
Miller, ed.’’ “William Shakespeare: A biography," by A.L. Rowse; “The structure of American English," by W Nelson Francis; “Poker," by Oswald Jacoby; “Aquarium fish,” by Elso Lodi; “Cats,” by David J. Coffey; “Internatinal cookbook,” by Weight Watchers; “Television Service Manual," by Robert G. Middleton. “The Education of a Poker Player,” by Herbert O. Yardley. Adult fiction: “True grit," by Charles Portis; "The Demon Lover,” by Victoria Holt, and “An important family," by Dorothy Eden. Rhoda Mock WCTU hostess Rhoda Mock was hostess for the June 7 meeting of Anna Bowers Chapter Women’s Chris tian Temperance Union. Roll call was answered with Christian readings. Mary Wilcoxson gave devotions. Her topic was, “Pathway Os Light” reading from Psalms 27:1-5. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Eva Lock and Betty Barrett gave the treasurer’s report. Mrs. Barrett gave a report on home education and reading. Her topic was, “The Multiple Danger Os Drugs And Alcohol.” Mrs. Mock will also be hostess for the July 5 meeting. The closing Prayer was given by Mrs. Barrett.
Charm and Chatter officers installed
New officers were installed during the June 6 meeting of the Charm and Chatter club held at the home of Carol Ritchie. They are: Dorothy Snoke — president Virginia Osburn — vice president Colleen Bryant — secretary Carrie Switzer — treasurer Corrinne Staples conducted the candlelight ceremony. Roll call response was "A Good Mini Vacation.” It was answered by 16 members and two guests, Ruth Osburn and Nancy Corbin. Devotions were given by Lunetta Metcalf. She read three poems pertaining to “Father’s Day,” "Brides” and “Housecleaning.” Group singing was led by Mrs. Bryant. A letter was read from Eva Brunner, Franklin. The lesson, “Complimenting yourself through the use of clothes and accessories," was given by Mrs. Bryant. Plans were discussed for the county fair. Reports were given by Mrs. Osburn, gardening; Marge Warner, health and safety; Laverne Clutter, citizenship; and Alice Kissinger, cultural arts, Refreshments of salad, crackers and nuts were served by Mrs. Ritchie and Mrs. Kissinger.
Goodwill club officers installed on June 8
Goodwill Extension Homemakers met June 8 at the House Os Friendship with Mrs. Robert Bush and Velma LeCount as hostesses. Mrs. Bush read a poem entitled “The Legacy.” New officers were installed by Mildred Wilson. They are: Carlin Cox — president Lois Detwiler — vice president Karin Allen — secretary Marie Tom — treasurer The lesson “What Do I Do NowDeath” was given by Mrs. Cox.
L. * > ' MUSHROOM HUNTER — North Webster Elementary School student Ray Roberts is pictured above with the half-bushel of yellow, sponge mushrooms he found recently. Ray is the son of Dick and Sandy Roberts of North Webster. His largest mushroom measured nine inches long and seven inches in diameter. (Photo by Julie Dußois)
Pierceton club gets honor Barbara Sponseller was hostess for the June 6 meeting of Pierceton Extension Homemakers Club with Betty Rose Stahl assisting. The lesson, “Understanding Legal Documents And Insurance” was presented by Irene Waltke. Alice Wilson gave the meditation. The group voted to provide gifts for Senior Citizens summer activities. Esther Miller volunteered to deliver mobile meals on June 8. It was announced that due to a mathematical error the group was not recognized during the achievement night program but has qualified for a Standard Club award. New officers were installed by Ruth Menzie. They are: Sara Scott, president; Mrs. Waltke, vice president; Doris Kubacki, secretary and Betty Burnworth, treasurer. It was decided to have a theater party in August. A carry-in picnic is planned for July at the home of Mrs. Waltke. Refreshments of lemon tarts were served by Mrs. Sponseller and Mrs. Stahl.
Mrs. Staples received the door prize. The time and place of the July meeting is to be announced. Women's club has luncheon Lakeland Women’s Club’s last meeting of the season and luncheon was held June 9 in the banquet room at a local restaurant. Tables were decorated with fresh floral centerpieces in shades of rose, white and yellow. Dorothy Mills and Dorothy Crowell were hostess. Joyce Slotake was a guest. The group voted to make donations to the North Webster, Syracuse and Milford EMS. It was announced that a theater party is planned for August and a tour of antique shops is scheduled. Officers for this year have been Susie Williams, president; Lucy White, vice president; Jane Nave, treasurer and Beverly Braun, recording secretary. New officers will be elected during the first meeting of next year to be held on the second Thursday of September. Following the luncheon euchre and bridge were enjoyed.
Betty Jo Roberst explained how to prevent food spoilage. Mrs. Detwiler read a poem “Welcome July." Mrs. Cox discussed a blight that is destroying sycamore and maple trees. Mrs. Ivy Detwiler was a guest. Hostess for the July meeting are to be announced. A picnic is planned for August. Refreshments of strawberry and chocolate ice cream pie were served by Mrs. Bush and Mrs. LeCount.
Things are humming in North Webster
Things will really start to hum around North Webster on June 22 as last minute preparatins are made by youngsters planning to participate in the Mermaid Festival Cutie Parade at 7 p.m. The parade will form at Camelot Square parking lot and march through town to the school gym for the contest and judging. The Girls’ Youtn League Tourney will get under way at 6 p.m. north of the fairgrounds. It will be interesting to see who shows up to take part in the pie eating contest scheduled for 4:30 p.m. in front of Camelot Hall. Youngsters chosen Cutie King and Queen will each receive $25 and a trophy. First, and second runners-up in each category will receive trophies. Dixie Pryor is chairman of the Cutie Contest. On June 23 a talent contest, for the high school and older group, takes place at Camelot Hall starting at 7 p.m The Boys’ Youth League Tourney continues north of the fairgrounds and a pony pull begins at 6 pm. at the fairgrounds. Karilyn Metcalf is chairman of the talent contest.
New officers for Sechrist 65 Club
Dixie Pryor was hostess for the June 8 meeting of Sechrist SixtyFive Club. Marian Breyer served as assistant hostess. Mrs. Pryor gave devotions. A brief discussinw as held pertaining to a new town park for North Webster New officers were installed by Barbara Goodpaster retiring president. They are: Laura Custer — president Mrs. Breyer — vice president Lynn Atwood — secretary Julie Badskey — treasurer. A program was given by Mrs. Breyer who recently returned
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There will be three winners receiving S3O, S2O and $lO, plus a trophy. The Pony Pull is sponsored by the 4-County Pony Pulling Assoc. On June 24 the Girls’ and Boys’ League finals will be held at 6 p.m. and the “Queen Os Lakes” swimsuit competition takes place at 8 p.m. at the school gym. June 25 is the big day with the Festival Band Contest at 1 p.m. north of the fairgrounds. 38th annual Festival parade at 4 p.m. with nearly SB,OOO in awards and trophies to be presented and the 38th annual “Queen Os Lakes Beauty Pagant” finals at 8 p.m. at the school gym. Other activities and events too numerous to mention will take place during the week and the Internatinal Palace of Sport and Wax Museum will be opening at 12 noon each day. Deanne Overmyer and Susie Williams are co-chairmen of the queen’s contest. Jay Overmyer is chairman of the festival parade. Charles Parker is general chairman of the Mermaid Festival.
from a vacation trip to Italy. Norma Boyer presented garden remarks and Janet Allen gave the health and safety lesson. During the cultural arts lesson. “The Free Spirit” concert was discussed. Steve Badskey.son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Badskey, North Webster, is a member of the gospel singing group. Vacationing at local and State parks was discussed following the roll call response. ”A Good Mini Vacation. The club will have no more regular monthly meetings until September.
Syracuse man injured in motorcycle crash Steve Savage, 22, Syracuse, sustained a mild concussion in a motorcycle accident Tuesday evening, at 6:10 p.m., June 7. He was taken to Kosciusko Com munity Hospital. Savage, who was driving the motorcycle, failed to negotiate a curve on SR 25 on the south edge of Palestine. He was thrown from the vehicle, which was reportedly going too fast to make the curve Damage was estimated up to wooo. RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP - Sandra Hernandez, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hernandez of Milford, has been awarded the Kosciusko Federated Women’s Clubs 1983 nursing scholarship. The honor Wawasee High School graduate plans to attend Indiana University next fall where she will major in nursing. Sandra was selected from many applicants from throughout Kosciusko County and while at Wawasee. she participated in National Honor Society. Wawasee Jazz Band. Wawasee Pride Committee and the Wawasee sports program. The scholarship is offered each year to residents of Kosciusko County who intend to enter the field of nursing. The county has federated women's clubs throughout the county with each club contributing to make the scholarship possible.