The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 30, Milford, Kosciusko County, 8 August 1984 — Page 24

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., August 8,1984

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- * . iL-^-^JM GRAND PRIZE WINNER — Filberto Nunez, a resident of Irish Lake, stands with Mike Myers, manager at Augsburger's supermarket in North Webster, after he won the grand prize, a Sony 19 inch television set, in the grocery store’s “Re-Grand Opening” celebration last week. Besides giving away the television, Augusburger’s gave away five S2O-certificates, 10 SlO-gift certificates, and 15 $5-gift certificates. No purchase was necessary to enter the drawing. (Photo by Mark Weinstein)

Choir school at Epwroth Forest

The Epworth Forest Choir School is being held this week at the Epworth Forest campgrounds on Lake Webster The celebration this year honors 30 years of choir school. 60 years of Epworth Forest and the 200 years of Methodism in America. Each evening at 7:30 p.m. except Wednesday, a vesper service will be conducted in the auditorium. Programs for the weekend include Friday’s Recital Night at 7:45 p.m and the annual

HISTORY OF SYRACUSE (Excerpt From Vol. II) Syracuse Incorporation By 1874 the railroad's arrival Resulted in problems of rowdiness and excessive drinking of alcoholic beverages. The mam avenue to the uptown area from the railroad was Boston Street. This street boasted a railway station and taverns. According to early accounts brawls on that street were daily occurrences With the nearest peace Olicer being the county sheriff in Warsaw, it was impossible to keep order. In May 1875 a meeting was called to discuss mcor poratmg the town and establishing law and order Thirty one persons attended Results: A vote to table the proposal was passed 19 to 12 However, i committee - consisting of D C Kelley. 0 Felkner, and Joseph Bushong - was appointed to gather public opinion on in corporating the town. The editor of the local newspaper. The Enterprise, had a low opinion of the action taken by the group. He wrote Following the public meeting to consider incorporation of the town those present voted not to do so Our town will doubtless close its eyes for another. Volume II 1871-1920 — ’IO 00 Volume I And II — ’IB 00 Mail Check to: Sharp's News Service 313 North Indiana Avenue. Syracuse, Ind. 46567

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“Showboat" on Saturday at 8 p.m. This event is well-known to Northern Indiana residents. These events are open to the public. The Sunday morning worship service will be at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. John Hopkins preaching A 30th anniversary Celebration Concert will be at 3 p.m. Sunday with choirs, organ and orchestra. Participants in choir school are high school students and adults from 10 states. Varner Chance is

the director and founder of the Epworth Forest Choir School. NIPSCO reports improvement HAMMOND - Northern Indiana Public Service company August 1 reported that audited figures indicate the utility’s 1984 second quarter net income was $33.3 million compared to $29.2 million for the same period in 1983 Earnings per share for the quarter were 38 cents this year compared to 35 cents last year. Revenues for the quarter were $453.4 million compared to $417.8 million in 1984. Revenues for the 12-month period ending June 30,1984, were $2.1 billion compared to $l.B billion for the same period in 1983. Net income for the period was $159.4 million compared to $96.6 million for the economical-ly-depressed similar period a year earlier. Edmund A. Schroer, NIPSCo chairman and chief executive officer. said, “The 12-month earnings reflect an improved return on equity of 12.7 percent but below our allowed rate of return of about 16 percent. “However, with an improved economy and company cost control programs continuing to contain the costs of operations, we believe we are building a solid financial foundation.” The Utility's financial statements continue to be qualified by its auditors, Arthur Andersen & Co., as they have been since June 30, 1981, because even though the Public Service Commission of Indiana has issued orders permitting full recovery of the Company’s Bailly Nuclear One investment, the Commission's September 28, 1982, order authorizing such recovery has been appealed to the Court of Appeals of Indiana.

It happened ... in Milford

10 YEARS AGO, AUG. 7,1974 The Milford summer recreation program came to an end last Friday with championship games and the annual watermelon feed.

43 percent increase for Bancorp

First Indiana Bancorp’s (First National Bank of Elkhart) report of earnings for the first six months of 1984 was released by Thomas L. Dusthimer, chairman and president. Record earnings performance, of $2,618,632 is the highlight of their first six months which is a 43 percent increase over last year. During this good earnings period they also increased their loan loss allowance to $3,176,000 which is up over $500,000 from the same time last year. Deposits were also at a record level for this time of year at $479,237,233. Total loans were also at an all time high for any reporting period at $309,424,802. The bank enjoyed growth in all areas of loans, the biggest increase coming in the commercial loan area. A combination of a strong economy and strong loan

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Winning the championships were the Sox and A’s. Both defeated their opponent by one point. A total of seven United

demand are the primary reasons for the significant increase in earnings and deposits. Approval was received from the regulatory authorities to purchase 21 percent of the voting control of the State Bank of Syracuse, and this transaction was closed on June 4. In addition to the purchase of this stock they have an agreement to purchase additional stock when changes in Indiana bank law permit. They will then own 95 percent of voting control and will offer the remaining minority shareholders of Syracuse the same price which was agreed to by the majority shareholders: In conjunction with their interest in the Kosciusko County market area, plans were announced to open a loan production office in Warsaw, the county seat, and an excellent community

Methodists from Milford are at Epworth Forest this week to attend the Elkhart district senior high institute. Mr. and Mrs. Neal Cory of r 1

with an economic environment quite similar to Elkhart and Goshen. The loan production office will be located in the heart of downtown in the newly renovated Boice Theatre The office will be equipped with an autbmatied teller machine which will enable the Warsaw customers to have access to the bank through their Ready Card. Construction on the previously announced Goshen office is moving along as scheduled, and they are hopeful that they will be able to move into the facility by December of this year. Fatal stings Insect stings, especially bee and wasps, can be fatal. Watch for Symptoms-such as respiratory difficulties, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea.

Milford visted the home of their son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. David Cory, at Evansville over the weekend. 20 YEARS AGO. AUG. 6,1964 The Methodist Youth Fellowhsip of Milford Methodist Chruch held a dance at the high school basketball court last Friday night. Music was furnished by the Rockin’ Rodents. Joe Earl Hershberger, 24, of r 1 Bremen, laborer, and Marlene Kay Martin, 20, of r 1 Milford, Sorg Products employee, have applied for a marriage license at the Elkhart County Clerk’s office. Drawings were made Monday night for the summer high school baseball tourney with Milford at Sidney Monday night. On Wednesday, Leesburg will meet Syracuse on the “Jacket’s” diamond and North Webster will host Silver Lake. 30 YEARS AGO, AUG. 12, 1954 Frank Anderson, Olney, 111., formerly of Milford, was calling on fiends here Tuesday. He and Mrs. Anderson have been vacationing at Johnson's Hotel at Lake Wawasee. He states that his

firm is moving their oil well drilling rig to Southern Indiana just north of and will begin drilling operations in the new field. The Andersons will remain residents of Olney. Members of the Milford Fire Department are making plans for their second annual chicken barbecue. Harold Kaiser, fire chief, said today. It will be given Sunday, 0ct..5, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Milford Community Building. Mrs. Emily Beer and children and Miss Willidean Bergdall are spending several days ,in Monroeville and school shopping at Fort Wayne. 50 YEARS AGO, AUG. 9. 1934 Mrs. Jesse Miller entertained a number of children Wednesday afternoon for her daughters Betty and Peggy, whose birthdays occurred Aug. 1 and Aug. 2 respectively. The guests report a good time as usual. The girls received some nice presents. Mrs. A.G. Tumbleson and grandson, John Bryan, of South Bend, are visiting for two weeks with his mother Mrs. William Burris and other relatives.