The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 6, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 February 1984 — Page 4

THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed., February 22,1984

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Editorials

We agree with hearing officer We agree with evidential hearing officer Carolyn Cooper that a new nursing home in Kosciusko County should be built in Syracuse, not in Warsaw. During the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce meeting last November an announcement was made on plans for a new 66-bed nursing home to be buHtinthe Syracuse area by Miller’s Merry Manor. Plans at that time called for ground to be broken yet last fall and the nursing home to be in operation by August of this year. . . J . Tom Teghtmeyer, director of marketing and planning for Miller s, said at the meeting, approval was granted at the evidentiary hearing, however, they were, at that time, “in a waiting period,” a time when objectors had an opportunity to be heard. . . _ Delay followed delay. Now the future of the nursing home at Syracuse is up in the air. One delay has followed another. It will be March 30 before the next decision is reached. Last September Millers submitted a proposal for the Syracuse facility; Community Care Center, Inc., of Muncie submitted a proposal for a 63-bed facility in Warsaw; and Summit Manor Corporation of Warsaw and U. S. Management Inc of Muncie, submitted a proposal for a 79-bed facility in Warsaw. Only one of the three would be given permission to build a nursing home. Approval was given to Community Care Centers by project review officer Steve Dunn of the state board of health’s planning and development division. The recommendation was sent to evidentiary hearing officer Carolyn Cooper who overturned the recommendation and ruled in favor of Miller s Syracuse location. Since Warsaw already has five nursing homes, it would appear that Officer Cooper used good judgment in overturning the recommendation. Facts and figures indicate that the northern part of Kosciusko County is growing at a fast rate. Syracuse is the largest town in the northern part of the county and yet there is no nursing home there. Why? , The matter is now in the hands of David Sleckbecker. His answer should be made by March 30. We have nothing against Community Care Center but would urge him to rule in favor of Miller’s because that ruling would be in the best interest of Koscusko County. This proved true when approval was finally given to build a nursing home m Milford. Why should the people of the northern part of Kosciusko County have to drive to Warsaw to seek care for loved ones and to visit them after they have selected a nursing home? The Milford home is full and has a waiting list a home in Syracuse would be a God-send to many of the residents in the northern part of the county. National FFA Week “Keeping America on the Grow” is the theme being used by the Future Farmers of America. Today, Feb. 22, marks the close of FFA Week. The Wawasee High School chapter of FFA is one of 8,350 high school chapers in the United States, including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. There are 30 plus members in Wawasee’s chapter; 475,000 in the organization. WHS advisor Randy Warren is one of 12,000 vo ag instructors. These young men and women are, according to their name, the future farmers of America. In their hands is the future of farming in this country whether they take jobs on farms after graduation or become involved in one of the many farm-oriented agri-businesses across this country. Through their FFA activities, members are learning to Keep America on the Grow. Supporting FFA chapters is an investment in America and her future in feeding the world. Thankful? ■ '' ■ • ■■ ' ■> '■ ' ■ ■ Today’s world has its troubles, which often seem over-whelming - terrorism, crime, energy, high prices, etc. But there’s also much to be thankful for today. Modern medicine and cures, fast transportation, new forms of communication, a wider variety of foods and frozen foods, better working conditions, greater equality of opportunity, better highways, more leisure time, and more and better forms of recreation — to name but a few. Do we enjoy life more? One wonders. If we don’t, it’s our own fault. A little more attention to human relationships and philosophy and a little less emphasis on fast living might be the answer/

What others say —

Is more better? If more is better, then why isn’t a longer, more complicated tax form better for taxpayers? Contention in the Indiana House of Representatives Monday was that longer, equal terms of the Indiana Legislature each year will bring better laws for us. Frankly, we believe the Representatives are absolutely stark-raving mad with this kind of thinking. Back before the present plan was adopted for a short session every other year, that was in 1972, Indiana legislators did a better job than they are doing today. The biggest problem now is that they have forgotten the 30-day session was to be devoted to handling of emergency legislation and budget issues not taken care of during the long session. Far too many bills in the short session have gotten away from the original guidelines. Current House members say that there is far too much pressure in the short session and that the longer time is needed. It appears to us that Monday’s approval by the House does nothing more than bring Indiana closer to a full-time, professional lawmaking body and we do not think this is best for this great state. Present law, in addition to limiting the number of days for each session, imposes different adjournment dates, depending on whether it is a “long” or “short” session. The 61-day session much end by April 30 while the short must stop by March 15. Under the amendment adopted Monday, a March 31 adjournment date for each session would be imposed. Also included in the amendment was no limit on the number of session days to 30,40, 50 or any particular number, simply the closing date. It would be possible that Senate and House members might work on Saturday or Sunday. That doesn’t seem to be a very good idea either, does it? Regardless of those representatives who defend the same-length sessions yearly as away of controlling the legislature’s work load, we disagree. Longer sessions will only bring more laws and more expense to the taxpayers of Indiana through pay to the elected officials, both in regular salary and in per diem charges. And, in another particular unhappy vein, the amendment came about when it was “tacked on” to a bill in the House which would change the daily expense allowance for out-of-state travel by legislators. It seems funny, a change in session length had almost been a mute issue before Monday’s action. Isn’t it strange how so many things are approved on last-minute amendments when the public has absolutely no chance to give any output about its feelings? Let’s hope that the Senate members will have a better attitude toward full-time sessions and reject the House measure as it was approved Monday. The outcome would be that a committee of House and Senate conferees would be named to resolve the matter. At least it would allow time for public input - CARROLL COUNTY COMET

M-J Pulse

QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who do you think will win the Triton Sectional? 4 Results of last week's question: How do you think President Reagan can cut down on the Federal budget? I don’t know for sure, but I think he should cut back with the defense budget some ... I really don’t know right now. I know it needs to be done, but I will just leave his plans to him, he’s the President... I really don’t know, I have studied the subject too much... Honestly I think he should worry more about the people in America, instead of spending money visiting other nations throughout the world. Friends are nice, but there’s plenty of people in political offices to see here... We don’t need such a large military budget. If he would cut that out, or simply down, I think we would be in better shape... Oh my, that’s a very good question... I don’t think there’s any question to what could be cut out, or down, the defense budget. I think this is where the majority of the money has been lost. „

Court news

COUNTYCOURT The following persons have been assessed fines and have paid those fines in Kosciusko County Court, James Jarrett, judge: Disregarding stop sign — Andrea M. Steffan, Syracuse, SSO; Kip E. Tom, Leesburg, SSO Failure to display registration — Glenn A. Laughlin, North, Webster, SSO; Michael S. Coverstone, North Webster, SSO No registration — Pat Money, Syracuse, SSO Failure to yield — Lana M. Deatsman, Leesburg, SSO Public intoxication — Guadalupe Delafuente, Milford, SSO MARRIAGE DISSOLUTIONS The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Circuit and Superior Courts: Green — Andrew C. Green vs Barbara L. Green, r 2 box 90, North Webster. The couple was married September 26, 1970 and separated June 10, 1983. There are two minor children Yoder — Debra L. Yoder vs Shawn L. Yoder, r 2 box 2038, Nappanee. The couple was married June 24, 1978 and separated February 13, 1984. There is one minor child CITY COURT The following fines have been levied and paid in the Goshen Ci- * ty Court: Speeding — Harold D. Deßolt, 53, Syracuse, S4O

Letter to the editor

Open door policy at WHS

Dear Editor: There is a lot of confusion and many stories afloat regarding recent disciplinary action taken against Wawasee students. As a result of some parental inquiries, Dr. Hull and Mr. Kesler were asked to attend a meeting of the Parents In Action organization on January 31. They heard comments and answered many questions from the parents who attended. Dr. Hull also mailed a letter to every Wawasee home with the February issue of the school’s newsletter. In this letter he detailed the school’s policies on Dana Corporation reports profits up in 1983 Dana Corporation reported 1983 profits of $112.8 million, an increase of over 119 percent from 1982 reported earnings; The results were acheived on record sales of $2,865 billion. “We had a good year capped off by a record high sales in the fourth quarter of $790 million and profits of $36.6 million,” said Gerry Mitchell, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for Dana Corporation. “These results were acheived with substantial improvement inproductivity and volume and primarily without the benefit of price increases.” The year’s sales were highlighted by a 45 percent increase over sales the previous year. And with the improvement in 1963, Dana is looking to greater increase the 1984 figures. “We enter the year with our finances strong and our markets improving,*’ said Mitchell. “Dana people are continuing their efforts to be the highquality, low-cost producer in the markets we serve. We have sharpened our market focus and restructured our organization to compete effectively and profitably in changing world conditions.” Two booked on alcohol charges Two Syracuse men were arrested by area police and booked at the Kosciusko County Jail on alcohol related charges. Tracy Zale Koger, 24, 200 S. Huntington St., and David Lee Shank, 24, r 5, were arrested and charged with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Both men were released on their own recognizance.

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MARRIAGE LICENSES The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Jean Messmore: Blankenship-Clark Garney Blankenship, 38, r 1 lot 20, Lakeview Trailer Court, Leesburg and Connie Jane Clark, 28, r 1 Leesburg DenHerder-Phem ister Gregg Paul Den Herder, 26, r 2 box 113, Syracuse and Catherine Sue Phemister, 22, r 2 box 113, Syracuse SUPERIOR COURT The following complaints have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Robert Burner, judge: Complaint For Damages Harris and Sons, Inc. vs Paul R. Gilson, Janet R. Gilson, North Webster; and William B. Eggleston, Mishawaka. The plaintiff is seeking a judgment against the defendants in the amount of $10,262.01 plus interest, attorney’s fees, and costs of action, for a bad check endorsed by the defendants COMPLAINT ON PROMISSORY NOTE State Bank of Syracuse vs Overhead Door Company of Syracuse, Inc., Jeanette Shively, Robert E. Shively, Sharon Shively, Richard P. Shively, all of Syracuse. The plaintiff is seeking a judgment against the defendants for the sum of $36,164.03 plus interest, attorney’s fees and cost of action, for an unpaid promissory note.

discipline and conduct; he offered a list of family strategies, he offered'to address neighborhood groups if people would like to speak with him informally, and he enclosed War-rior-grams, inviting parents to write their concerns, criticisms or comments and send them to his office. Dr. Hull maintains an open door policy and will discuss any matter of concern with parents either in person or over the telephone. There are times when we, as parents, may find a school policy unclear, or we my disagree with something; however, we are fortunate to have an administrator such as Dr. Hull who is approachable and willing to keep the channels of communication open. On this most recent issue, he went out of his way to open the door to all reasonable communication. We would like to suggest that “Sign Me Disgusted” (whose letter appeared in the February 15 issue of The Mail-Journal) should pursue the questions regarding “equal treatment” through one of the more reasonable avenues offered above. We believe parents have a right to question, to get involved, and to be informed about our school, but how we go about it is important. Through meaningful communication we can all have a better understanding and we can often effect change and positive results. Parents In Action is an organization which stands for better communication between parents and school and between parents and teens. We invite you to attend our next meeting, March 27, at 9 a.m. in Room 102 at Wawasee High School. Parents In Action

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"CRUZIN AROUND 'CUSE”

GEORGIA BUSTER is the Syracuse area representative for Life Line. She explained that Life Line helps those individuals living alone stay independent, yet receive medical assistance when needed. Mrs. Buster commented those participating in Life Line carry a small wireless button at all times and when help is needed all the individual has to do is press the button. The button automatically contacts the hospital and help will be sent immediately. She remarked that interested persons may contact her and she will answer any questions, as well as provide literature on the program. —o— COULD IT be a sign of spring? Mayzel Miller, North Webster, called the Syracuse office last week to announce there are pussy willows breaking out around the Camp Crosley area near North Webster. —o— BEGINNING NEXT Monday, Feb. 27, William (Bill) E. Dorsey, superintendent of the Wa-Nee Community Schools and former Syracuse resident, will begin duties at West-field-Washington School District, 20 miles north of Indianapolis. While leaving a small community, Dorsey will join a school system that includes the town of Westfield, surrounding rural areas and numerous residential subdivisions. Enrollment at the Westfield-Washington Schools is smaller than the Wa-Nee district which incorporates Wakarusa and Nappanee schools, but speculation says the growth potential of the Westfield-Washington Schools “is very encouraging as citizens continue to move north of the Indianapolis area.” Mixed feelings about Dorsey’s change abound in the Wakarusa and Nappanee communities, but fellow administrators claim his special work in finances will be missed. As far as personal feelings are concerned, Dorsey told reporters that it is only natural to have mixed feelings when one makes such a career decision; but he is also very excited about the personal opportunities. Although his family will not be immediately, there are plans for a move when their youngest daughter Chris graduates from North Wood next year. -o— WHILE THE Lady Warriors were busy playing basketball on the coliseum floor, several local boat manufacturers and marinas were hard at work displaying boats in the coliseum’s lower level. Among the local displays at the spring boat show were Main Channel Marina, Wawasee Boat Company, Southeast Bay Marina, Patona Bay Marina, Tippecanoe Lake Marina, Rinkpr Boat Company and Sea Nymph. —o— IN LAST week’s Mail-Journal, Dr. Howard Hull was pictured presenting the Warrior of the Month award to Kosciusko County Sheriff Al Rovenstine. The presentation was made at a luncheon for the Wawasee High School administration and members of the justice league. However, it should be noted that the Justice League, composed of the sheriff, juvenile department officers, the county prosecutor and judge, is not the only civic group to meet with the WHS administration. Over the course of the year, school 9 administrators also meet with local realtors, ministers, retail merchants and chamber of commerce officials. The practice, according to Dr. Hull, serves “as away to establish communication.” “I feel very good about the meetings,” Hull said. “The high school is an extension of the community. We help it when we can. And it helps us.” —o— THE ENCHANTED Hills Playhouse has announced its season schedule with productions to be presented during the 1984 season being selected with the help of a poll of 1983 theatre goers. The season will open with “My Fair Lady” on June 13 and the production will run until June 24. The June 27-July 8 production will be “Cabaret.” Presented July 11-July 22 will be “The King and I.” “Camelot” will run from July 25-Aug. 5. “Peter Pan” is scheduled for Aug. 8-19 and “The Diary of Anne Frank” will close the season, running from Aug. 22-26. Pre-season tickets to any or all of the productions can be purchased through playhouse owner Jill Stover from now until the season opens. Mrs. Stover is currently auditioning actors for parts in the productions. The playhouse board of directors recently approved an $98,000 budget for the 1984 theatre season at a meeting held at board member Rev. David Hyndman’s parsonage. The board meets monthly. A good share of the funds raised by the Enchanted Hills Playhouse Guild members in efforts such as, bus trips to Chicago, selling concessions and the recent Winter Carnival Dance are returned to the community. During the 1983 season, for example, $12,178 was spent by the Enchanted Hills Playhouse for playhouse needs alone in area businesses. Proving, according to board member Judy Schmahl, 4 *our communities gain revenue as well as culture and entertainment from the Enchanted Hills Playhouse.” The guild to currently gearing up for its 19th anniversary. Its members are active from March thru September with a special task force that remains active through the winter months to help Mrs. Stover with mailings. Barbara Gramme to current president of the guild. (EDITORS NOTE: Donald C. Kimo, r 4 (Oakwood Park), potior Nappan— Unitod Mothoditt Church, 8% yoart, writ— on naturo tubjoctt.) ONE OF tbegrentest resources to be enjoyed by residents living in the Michiana area to its many rivers and lakes, large and smalL Because

of our unusual early spring weather and kind skies, hundreds of people have already made their way to lakes and streams to engage in the pleasurable hobby of fishing. Our retirement home is on the shore of the largest inland fresh body of water in the State of Indiana, Lake Wawasee with it’s connecting channel to Syracuse Lake. Thousands of people with their families come here each summer to vacation and enjoy the vast expanse of clear water that makes swimming, boating and fishing so enjoyable. Some of these families are our friends whom we have learned to know and love as through the years we have moved to and from cities in the state. Since 1 learned to fish when I was six years old and I am now approaching 75, these friends, a lot of them young, have confidence that 1 can go out and catch fish any time of the day or night. But let me point out one sad error before my brief fishing lesson begins. I am supposed to teach their young children how to fish. If you have n time to learn to fish so that you can be a companion to your boy or girl and pass on that rich experience, you are missing one of the greatest opportunities of a lifetime. What better way can you spend your time than to take them on the banks of a stream, or in a boat when the sun is just rising and the clouds cast reflections on the quiet water, or the full moon is peeping over the horizon? Could it be that the problem is that we do not have patience, that we like the comfort of the easy chair and the entertainment of the television screen? —o—--1 REMEMBER a man who once asked me to take him pike fishing because he was interested in catching only the biggest of fish. It seems I had gained some reputation since you cannot readily slip a 15-pound pike inside your shirt or down your trouser leg when you dock with the eyes of your neighbors upon you. We to my favorite spot near the middle of the lake where there was a drop-off from a beautiful weed bed. My boat is kept shipshape most of the time. The one 19-pound anchor was tied into a neatly coiled rope in the bow of the boat. My friend was seated in front and 1 was unaware he had one foot inside that coil of rope. We eased into position and I asked him to carefully drop his anchor, but he was excited. He got up in his seat and with a circular motion heaved that anchor overboard with a tremendous splash. As he'did so, his foot shot out in front of him and I thought he would loose his balance and fall overboard. After repeatedly and noisily shifting his tackle box around and gently complaining that we had no runs (strikes), he finally said that he thought I had deliberately taken him where there were no fish! Tackle. What fishing equipment for that priceless youngster of yours? To be sure, over the years I have amassed a selection of rods for pan fish, bass, pike and lake trout. There are open faced spinning reels, closed face, with and without star drag. Hanging under he eve is the humble, but still effective, cane pole. < That boy or girl I would equip with a cane pole. They come in all sizes. Tie a secure knot at the top of the pole and run a six-pound test monofil line down the pole, so there is enough line to swing free and yet wrap a bit at the base of the pole where you should place a cork hook keeper. Thread the smallest bobber, there are legions of them in balsa, plastic float and quill. Above this float, or bobber, tie a knot that will slip up and down the line to control depth once the weight is fastened. At the end of the line fasten a weight, not much bigger than a 88. From the weight, a leader or two-pound monofiliment can be tied, and then the hook. My preference is a No. 8. certainly not more than a No. 6. And at this time of year, you can fasten on a little ice fisherman’s hook and impale on it a larva called Bee Moth, or the one fishermen call “mousies.” —O'SINGE I am a bit old-fashioned and would rather give a fish a good meal than use an artificial, all insects and worms that fish like should be used. Foremost among these are the angle worm and night crawlers. Since fish eat their own kind, I enjoy a double pleasure. When pike are striking, I take my panfish rod, a can of worms and a minnow bucket and I head for the nearest brook or creek. Here I catch a half dozen or so of shiners and chubs that are then taken home and placed in my live box until the next morning when I go forth for the big Northern Pike. Have you ever seen parents send their children forth with what they thought was the best equipment: an expensive stiff rod. a heavy line, a float as big as a tennis ball and a two-ounce weight plus equally large hook? Parents have been seen with this equipment themselves and as one said to me, “With my outfit I can guarantee that no fish large or small can escape once hooked.” No wonder that tackle today is resting in a closet gathering dust. My daughter fished with me from a little girl on. Now she is a career woman but has not forgotten those wonderful yesterdays. Her equipment after learning on the cane pole is the same I would equip your boy or girl with if they were going fishing with me. The rod would be fast tapered and light, so when a eight- or nine-pound bluegill was hooked and started those girations, they could enjoy the fun. I failed to say it should be six or six and one-half feet long. The reel would be closed faced to start out with. One with a knurled button to increase or decrease the drag. I have already described the necessity of using tackle light as possible, small floats, small weights and proper hooks. A small tackle box of aluminum and plastic, with its compartments, makes an adequate storage for more equipment. My first fishing rad was a tong slender willow pole cut from the banks of Yellow Creek that flows into the Elkhart River. The Hue was common* wrapping cord that grocers used to wrap packages. The bobber or float was a pierced cork. Bottles in those days were corked, not capped. Fortunate indeed was the yonng angler who acquired an empty tonic or medicine bottle. The weight was a small nut taken from a bolt. The book was carefully fstohioned from a bent pin. From that pool beneath the ancient, learning giant sycamore tree, I eaught many a mess of panfish keepers. A RATHER young woman for her age taught me to fish. At the end of the day when her (Continued on page 5)