The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 37, Milford, Kosciusko County, 28 September 1983 — Page 6

THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed., September 28,1983

Community Corner

Milford's doctors remembered: Dr. Gorham's car hits tree

(EDITOR'S NOTE: In view of the fact Milford is welcoming two new doctors to the community this newspaper called on the memory of Kosciusko County Senior Citizen Queen Vera Schell to bring to light information on doctors who have served the town over the years. We are indebted to Mrs. Schell for sharing these articles with us.) THIRD AND FINAL IN A SERIES By VERA SCHELL Dr. Charles E. Gorham, 37, Goshen, was killed when a car he had borrowed to hurry home left SR 15 and crashed into two trees at CR 142 at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7.1972. Dr. Gorham, driver and only occupant of a 1968 Chevrolet borrowed from an office worker, was pronounced dead at the scene by Elkhart County Coroner Dr. Frederick Bigler. Death was due to a neck fracture. Dr. Gorham, who practiced medicine in New Paris and Milford, reportedly received a telephone call from home that there was a prowler, according to Elkhart County Sheriff’s Lt. Warren Swartz, who investigated the crash with Pt. Bobbie Williams and Indiana state troopers Roger Hellinga and Melvin Eash. After starting his car to go home, the auto caught fire. The

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New Paris Fire Department, located a short distance from the doctor’s parking area, was called to put out the fire. Dr. Gorham then borrowed a 1968 Chevrolet and was en route north on SR 15 in a heavy rain. On a straight stretch of highway near CR 142 approaching a curve, his car left the west side of the road at a high rate of speed. The auto knocked down a traffic sign, traveled 78 feet and hit two trees. Pinned In Wreckage The driver's door of the car wrapped around the tree, trapping Dr. Gorham in the wreckage Cutting tools were used to free him from the wreckage. Dr. Gorham’s death raised Elkhart County’s traffic death toll to 32. At this time last year there were 26 traffic deaths. Sgt. Robert E. Miller, 33, r 2 Elkhart, was en route to the Gorham accident when his 1972 Dodge patrol car went out of control on wet pavement and struck a mailbox and post along with four garbage cans at the Norman Miller residence, 2314 South Main Street, Goshen. Sgt. Miller was unhurt and damage was minor. Dr. Gorham was born in

Alpha Nu has brunch

The first meeting of the season for Alpha Nu chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, international society of women educators, was a brunch at Argos United Methodist Church on Saturday. September 17. Most important was the ceremony, conducted by membership chairman, Virginia Ditmer of Syracuse, welcoming six new members who had been voted in as members earlier this year. They are: Marsha Cook of Warsaw, a third grade teacher at Leesburg; Karen Gould of Bourbon, an elementary principal at Triton; Charlotte McCleary of Winona Lake, a kindergarten teacher in Warsaw; Velma Pfleiderer of Warsaw, a remedial reading teacher there; Carol Somsel, a seventh grade English teacher in Bremen; and Marilyn Yoder of Winona Lake, director of elementary student teaching at Grace College. Under the gavel of President Judith Mugg of Warsaw, announcement was made of a change in district division of chapters in order to equalize representation of higher levels; Norma Rush, of Syracuse, first vice president, distributed new 1983-84 data pages for members’ notebooks; a thank-you letter was read for scholarship donated to Ginger Williams, a Ball State student; and reminder of the next meeting at John Wong’s restaurant in Warsaw on Mon-

Goshen May 3,1935. Dr. Gorham graduated from Goshen High School in 1953, from Purdue University in electrical engineering in 1957 and from the Indiana University Medical School in 1961. He interned at South Bend Memorial Hospital after graduation. Ten Years In Practice Dr. Gorham begaruhis medical practice in New paris in 1962 and spent parts of three days a week in his office at Milford. He was a candidate for Elkhart County Coroner in the 1964 Republican primary and was narrowly defeated by Dr. George Westfall. Dr. Gorham was a member of Saint James Episcopal church and the Elkhart County Medical Society and was on the staff at Goshen General Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Virginia; three daughters, Mary Anne, Virginia Lynn and Jane; a son, Dow; his parents, Dow and Mary (Yoder) Gorham; a sister, Mrs. Russell (Jane) Clark. Frankfort, and a half sister, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Peaslee, Darien, Conn. Graveside services were conducted at Violet cemetery with the Rev. James Greer officiating.

day, October 10, was given. Hostesses for the September meeting were as follows: Maude Dickson, Argos, chairman; Doris Hindman, Dorothy Nellans, Evelyn Zink, all of Argos; Fern Prokop. Plymouth; and Nancy Kline. Rochester Lisa Kaiser Hostess for Creative Co-eds The Milford Creative Co-ed 4-H Club, leaders and Junior Leaders, met recently at the home of Lisa Kaiser. The hostess provided refreshments. It was decided at the meeting to sponsor a face and design painting booth at the Lakeland Loving Care Days Festival on October 8 in order to raise funds for future activities. In other business, five girls who represented Kosciusko County at the Indiana State Fair were presented with award ribbons and a special State Fair charm. The five girls were Kristi Templin, foods project and dress revue; Laura Haney, dress revue; Karen Haney, foods project and clothing construction; Pam Schock, flowers; and Lisa Kaiser, crafts.

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Danae Berkeypile becomes bride of Troy Whetten

Danae Berkeypile, daughter of Chuck and Jean Berkeypile of Milford and Troy Whetten, Milford, son of Jerry Whetten, New Paris, and the late Dixie (Scott) Whetten, were married at 3:30 o’clock on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 6, in the Milford United Methodist Church. Rev. Kenneth Greenwood, pastor of the church, officiated at the double-ring ceremony in the presence of 325 guests. Candelabras with large blue bows and a unity candle with blue and white silk flowers, on the altar, decorated the church. Mrs. Robert Brooks, Milford, sang, “We’ve Only Just Begun.” “What Are You Doing With The Rest Os Your Lives,” and “The Lord’s Prayer.” Norma Roose, North Webster, played the organ. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white organza, designed with a fitted waistline and sweetheart neckline. The bodice featured appliques of Venice lace and pearls. The full bishop sleeves were gathered into wide lace trimmed, fitted cuffs. The skirt featured a cathedral-length train boardered with lace. A crystal pleated ruffle and scattered appliques accented the back of the dress. She wore a waltz-length mantilla appliqued with matching lace falling from a fitted headpiece. She carried a colonial bouquet of silk blue and white roses with streamers of blue and white ribbons. Cindy Moore, North Webster, served as maid of honor. She wore a lustrous blue polyester knit gown with double spaghetti straps and fitted bodice. The fulllength skirt had side slits. The back closure jacket was of chiffon and had a lace stand-up col-

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CELEBRATES 90TH BIRTHDAY — The South Shore Country Club was the setting for the 90th birthday party for Mrs. Blanch Mason of Syracuse. Over 100 guests were present to celebrate the occasion. Each guest was presented with yellow mums and pictures were taken of each guest as he or she arrived. 4 A special table was set up with numerous photos, awards and newspaper articles depicting the memorable events in the life of Mrs. Mason, from the family portrait in the late 1890 s to the present. Mrs. Mason has two children, five grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren. Out of town guests and relatives attending were from Warsaw, Fort Wayne. Garrett. Texas, Florida and Tennessee.

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lar, bishop sleeves and lace cuffs. She wore a spray hair piece of blue and white silk flowers and carried a white lace fan with blue and white silk flowers. Bridesmaids were Shari Klenke, sister of the bridegroom. Syracuse; Denise Berkeypile, sister of the bride, Milford; and Lori Baker, cousin of the bride, Milford. They were dressed identical to the maid of honor. Shilo Butler, cousin of the .bridegroom, Syracuse, was flower girl. Brent Berkeypile, brother of the bride, Milford, was ringbearer. Dave White. Plainwell, Mich., served as best man. Groomsmen were Doug Whetten, brother of the bridegroom, Coldwater, Mich.; Jeff Nevins. Kalamazoo, Mich.; and Dave Culler, Syracuse. Ushers were Scott Baker, cousin of the bride, Milford; and Don Hoover, cousin of the bridegroom, Milford. Tammy Hare, Syracuse, and Amy Bucher, Milford, were in charge of the guest book and x gifts. A wedding reception followed at the Mount Wawasee Ski Lodge. The hostess was Deb (Smoker) Ali. Serving the wedding cake, nuts, mints and punch were Helen Smoker, Jane Smoker and Sandi Bucher. The 325 guests served themselves to a buffet supper. The couple is residing at Dewart Lake. The bride is a 1983 graduate of Wawasee High School and is a secretary at Heritage Manor Health Care Center. Ligonier. The bridegroom is a 1981 graduate of Fairfield High School and is employed by Holiday Rambler. Wakarusa. Helping Hands hold achievement party on Sept. 19 The Milford Helping Hands 4-H Club held an achievement party on Monday, Sept. 19. The club went miniature golfing in New Paris with money earned during the summer. During the course of the outing, club members were awarded completion pins and record books. The next meeting will be a Halloween party at the home of Suzette Hunsberger on October 19. Bethany club meets at Biebes The Bethany Homemakers Extension club‘met at the home of Mary Beth Biebes for their September meeting. Helen Hollinger was assistant hostess. The meeting opened with president Mary Beth Biebes giving the pledge to the flag. The song of the month was “September in the Rain.” It was sung by the group. Devotions were then given. Thirteen members responded to roll call with the name of “a television star they would like to know personally.” The lesson was given by Anna Mellinger and the meeting ended with refreshments being served by the hostess. Lillian Lehman will be the hostess for the 11:30 a.m. October 13 meeting.

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Meals for older Americans

Meals for Older Americans are served each day at the following locations: The Scout cabin at Dee Ann Hibschman to dairy conference Dee Ann Hibschman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hibschman, Syracuse, and two other area youths, are three of only 25 4-H members from Indiana chosen to attend the 29h annual National 4-H Dairy Conference in Madison. Wise., on October 4-8. This is an awards program to stimulate interest and achievement in the 4-H dairy program. The conference is sponsored by the dairy breed associations, milk producers associations and manufactures. Past Matrons meet at Heatons Past matrons of Kosciusko Chapter 160, Order of the Eastern Star, Milford, met September 20 in the Heaton home with Ann Heaton and Ruah Wentz as hostesses. A business meeting was held with discussion on the place and time of the Christmas party. A discussion was also held on giving items for a basket to be given to a needy family in lue of a gift exchange. A decision will be made at the October meeting which will be held in the home of Edith Baumgartner on the 18th. A game was played with each person receiving a gift, after which Mrs. Heaton showed pictures of her year as worthy matron at North Vernon. Refreshments of mandrin orange cake, orange sherbert and orange punch were served by the hostesses to Agnes Hurd, Edith Baumgartner, Cheryl Brunjes. Bernice McFarren and Julia Reed.

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Crosson Park, Syracuse; the Pierceton Community Building; Mentone Community Room in the fire station; and the Retired Tigers center. 320 W. Main, Warsaw. Meals for Older Americans is for persons 60 years or older and is a chance to meet new friends, enjoy hot, nutritional meals. The sites are opened several hours each day including noon for programs. Meals for Older Americans is not associated with Welfare but is for the promotion for better health for the older population. Donations are accepted for the meals. The site directors request all persons planning on attending the meals to make reservations by 1 p.m. the day prior to attending. Phone 457-2631 for Syracuse transportation and reservations. Sept. 29-Oct. 5 THURSDAY — Assorted juice, spaghetti and meat sauce, broccoli cuts, cottage cheese salad, garlic toast with margarine, angel food cake with strawberry topping, milk, tea and coffee. FRIDAY — Orange juice, ham loaf and pineapple sauce, macaroni salad, diced carrots, pumpernickel bread with margarine, fresh fruit, milk, tea and coffee. MONDAY — Cranberry juice, baked chickenquarter, carrot coins, cole slaw, who wheat bread with margarine, red apple, milk, tea and coffee. TUESDAY— Apple juice, liver and onions with gravy, mashed potatoes, tossed salad with french dressing, stone-ground wheat bread with margarine, cherry crisp, milk, tea and COffCQ WEDNESDAY - Pineapple Juice, ground beef, macaroni and tomato casserole, pea salad, whit bread with margarine, vanilla pudding with coconut, milk, tea and coffee.

pace, plan a shopping spree in a nearby city. Consider a change in the color of your decor. AQUARIUS - Jan. 20 to Feb. 18--The news confirms a belief you have held a long time, while most others doubted the credibility of your ideas. PISCES -- Feb. 19 to March 20--Follow a sensible health program in order to build your health and energy. Limit your working hours. ARIES - March 21 to April 20--lnflow of cash increases. Purchase needed items for home and wardrobe now. Regular savings is a must. TAURUS •-- April 21 to May 20--Simple social situations bring great pleasure this week. When someone says something to downgrade someone else, reply with a complimentary remark. GEMINI -- May 21 to June 20--You will be called upon to show the compassionate side of your nature. Do all you can to help someone close to you. CANCER - June 21 to July 22--Enlist the help of a close associate in a project you are beginning. Do a good deed this week. LEO - July 23 to Aug. 22-Don’t neglect a family member who is less fortunate than you. Write a letter or telephone letting them know you care. VIRGO - Aug. 23 to Sept. 22--Join a committee to pursue your favorite cause. Your special interest could be social, political, or a hobby.