The Mail-Journal, Volume 22, Number 31, Milford, Kosciusko County, 31 July 1985 — Page 4

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., July 31,1985

Editorials

Life-saving blood needed The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in Milford tomorrow (Thursday) to collect life-saving units of blood. The visit will take place at the Apostolic Christian Church’s fellowship hall, just west of SR 15, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. Type 0 blood is especially needed as it is being demanded by hospitals. It has capabilities that other blood types do not have and 0 negative can be used on patients of any blood type without an adverse reaction. If you can, help your fellowman and visit the bloodmobile on Thursday. Columbus & August It was in the first week of August, 1492, that Columbus sailed from Palos, Spain, in search of a route across the Atlantic to China and the Far East. With three ships he sailed westward for more than nine weeks before land was sighted. Columbus was looking for islands west of the Sargasso Sea. When a lookout sighted Watling Island, on the morning of October 12, Columbus thought he had reached India, named the natives Indians and called the island San Salvador. (Another island now has that name.) Research has established that Columbus was not the first to discover America. A Viking had arrived five hundred years earlier, perhaps others. But Columbus’ discovery was, nevertheless, the more important, because it opened up the New World to trade and exploration. For practical purposes, then, Columbus’ discovery was the meaningful discovery of the New World. August, 1985 August, named after Caesar's nephew, Augustus, is remembered as the month in which World War II finally ended. President Truman announced August 14,1945, that Japan had surrendered. Colorado Day is the Ist (the state was admitted that day in 1876), Columbus sailed on the 3rd in 1492 for the new world, and the atom bomb was dropped on Hiroshima August 5,1945. Three Presidents were oorn in August. Herbert Clark Hoover, the 31st, was born at West Branch, lowa, August 10, 1874. Benjamin Harrison, 23rd, was born at North Bend, Ohio, on the 20th in 1833. And Lyndon Johnson, 36th, was born near Stonewall, Texas, on the 27th, in 1908. Peter Zenger was acquitted in a momentous libel trail in New York on August 4, 1735, an event which was done much to enable American editors since to print the truth. Fulton sailed the Clermont up the Hudson on the 11th in 1807. Davie Crockett, son of a Revolutionary soldier of Irish descent, was born on the 17th in 1786 in Hawkins County, Tennessee. The American frigate Constitution won her famous victory over the Guerriere August 19, 1812. On St. Bartholomew’s Day (the 24th) in 1572 began the mass murders of French Protestants, sending so many to America. On the 29th, at Cambridge, Mass., in 1809, one of the country’s great intellectuals was born — Oliver Wendell Holmes. i The Liberty Bell The famous Liberty Bell, symbol of U.S. freedom, will be 233 years old next month. The original purpose was to celebrate the 15th anniversary of William Penn’s granting of a charter to the Quaker City. Issac Norris, speaker of the Pennsylvania Colonial Assembly, ordered the first bell from Lester and Peck of London. The following words, shaped in large letters, were put on the bell: “By order of the Assembly of the Province of Pennsylvania, for the State House in the City of Philadelphia 1752.’’ Below as to be: “Proclaim Liberty throughout all the Land upto all the Inhabitants thereof. Lev. XXV 10.” The bell was delivered in August, 1752. When it was set up in the ward to try its tone and carrying quality, “it was cracked by a stroke of the clapper without any other violence.” Charles Stow and John Pass of Philadelphia were commissioned to recast the bell. They believed the old bell was too brittle, so they added more copper to the mixture, with a resulting tone that didn’t please the purchasers. Stow and Pass cast a third bell, which turned out to be our famous liberty bell, for which they were paid about $303. The bell weighed over 2,000 pounds, measured twelve feet in circumference around the lip. This is the bell that pealed in July, 1776, and was removed from Philadelphia until the British evacuated the city.

What others say — What's good, green... and dangerous? Fairbury-area fields of corn and soybeans have never, in the memory of mortal man, looked as good at any time, let alone this soon in the growing season. Plenty of rainfall, sunshine and humidity have all been present in just the desired amounts to put a smile on the face of any farmer. Better yet, many cornstalks are displaying double ears, a harbinger of an even better harvest. Os course all these signs of plenty are having an adverse effect on the market, as they always do. Perennially, when it rains during the growing season, prices drop; and when there’s drought or disease, prices rise. But most people feel that farmers are happier when they have something to sell, whatever the price. But, besides price, there’s another danger that’s present with this year’s bountiful corn growth. That danger is country corners! The corn is taller, lusher and thicker than ever, and visibility at rural intersections is practically zero, especially since in recent years farm operators have increasingly planted right up to, and in some cases, over the property line and into the right of way. This is a good time for everyone to recognize this lurking danger. It might be a good idea to approach every country crossing with caution, especially on township roads, even if you know that the crossing road has “Stop” signs. Just remember the old adage: “He was right, dead right, as he sped along, but he was just as dead as if he’d been wrong!” - J.HR. THE FAIRBURY (ILL.) BLADE

American Red Cross

Court news

City Court The following fines have been levied and paid in the Goshen City Court: Disregarding stop sign —Terry E. Bailey, 19, Milford, SSO; Diane M. Myers, 27, Syracuse, S4O Speeding — Ronald L. Schmucker, 21, Syracuse, $45 Illegal consumption of alcohol — James B. Rummel, 20, Milford, sllO, 30 days in jail, suspended on condition defendant ndt commit another alcoholrelated offense for one year, no alcohol’while on probation, attend AEP and class fees, six months probation per terms of probation Superior Court The following complaints have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Judge Robert Burner presiding: Returned Check Augsburger’s SuperValu versus Lowell R. McDaniel, 18857 US 6, New Paris. The plaintiff is seeking judgment against the defendant for the sum of $269.53 for a check returned for nonsufficient funds. Petition For Child Support Kosciusko County Department of Public Welfare versus Jeffrey Lynn Nettler, Syracuse. The plaintiff is seeking judgment against the defendant for support of a minor child. Returned Check Augsburger’s Super Valu versus Richard Loper, P.O. Box 682 Milford. The plaintiff is seeking judgment against the defendant for the sum of $208.50 for a check returned for non-sufficient funds. Marriage Licenses The following couple has applied for a marriage license in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Jeanne Weirick: Eherenman-Lynch Gary R. Eherenman, 33, r 7 box 3, Warsaw and Angeline Lynn Lynch,23, r 2 Leesburg Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Klenke — Shari Klenke, r 5 box 338, Syracuse, and Gary Klenke, r 5 box 338, Syracuse. The couple was married March 14, 1981 and separated July 1, 1985. There are two minor children. Gibson — Diane Gibson, r 1 box 124 F, Milford, and Gerald Dean Gibson, Jeffersonville. The couple was married April 5, 1980 and separated June 20, 1985. There are two minor children. Elliott — Terri Kim Elliott, r 2 North Webster, and Larry K. Elliott, r 2 box 47, Pierceton. The couple was married Oct. 25, 1984 and separated July 18, 1985. There is one minor child. Bradburn — Penny L. Bradburn, r 1 box 692 C, Leesburg, and Scott E. Bradburn, r 1 box 434, Hiler coming to Syracuse Congressman John Hiler and his office will be at the Syracuse Fire Station on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 4-5 p.m. Congressman Hiler would welcome a chance to meet on an individual basis to hear anyone’s concerns or any problems they are having with the federal government. He hopes everyone will be able to join him when he brings his office to this area. He won’t make any speeches — this will be their opportunity to listen and find out how they can be of service. If anyone cannot attend, Congressman Hiler urges everyone not to hesitate to contact his offices at 407 Cannon HOB, Washington, D.C. 20515, 202-225-3915 or River Glen Office Plaza, 501 East Monroe, room 120, South Bend, Ind. 46601, 236-8282. Or call the toll free number 1-800-854-4537. The hearing impaired should phone 219-234-3217.

North Webster. The couple was married Oct. 16, 1982 and separated May 29, 1985. There are no minor children. Haywood — Tina R. Haywood, box 142 Mentone and Mark A. Haywood, r 2 Leesburg. The couple was married Oct. 11, 1980 and separated July 14, 1985. There is one minor child. Smith — Laurie J. Smith, r 1 box 126, Milford and Donald E. Smith, 69422 CR 33, Goshen. The couple was married July 2, 1982 and separated July 5, 1985. There are no minor children. Letter to the Editor Grandma Karesh Dear Editor, What happens when a grandma dies? A family mourns and remembers. Sadness is natural but it is the memory that endures and blesses. When the community experiences such a passing the sadness multiplies but so do the blessed memories. The death of Grandma Ann Karesh has saddened the lives of the children and the staff of the Lakeland Daycare Center, but she has left a priceless legacy to those her gentleness has touched. This remarkable Lgdy has been a part of the Daycare Center from its very beginning, a treasure whose value was spent generously and unselfishly without loss. The world can be a frightening place for a child, but in her the children knew they had a friend. Her smiles stopped tears, her hugs brought comfort, and her goodness brought correction when it was needed. They learned from her. There can be no greater tribute to her dignity. The hearts she has touched have learned of compassion, gentleness, and love. As they share that in their lives they will spend her gift and add to the joy she always felt in their presence. Grandma Ann has gone to a new home and in that place children are rejoicing. Grandma Ann will always be a' part of the Daycare Center, because she will be a part of the lives of its one important product: the children. Grandma Ann knew what it was to be a grandma; we have been magnificently blessed. The Children and Staff of the Daycare Center David L. Hyndman Oven fire this morning Syracuse Fire Department was called to the home of Mrs. Frank Cox, Pier 526 Lake Wawasee, at approximately 8:30 a.m. this morning (Wednesday) for an oven fire. Fire Chief Joe Anderson reported there was $lO damage to the oven and the fire was caused when a bag of chips were left in the oven and it was turned on. THE MAIL-JOURNAL (U.S.P.S. 3258-4000) Published by the Mail Journal every Wednesday and entered as Second Class matter at the Post Office at Syracuse. Indiana 44547. Second class postage paid at 103 E. Main Street, Syracuse, Indiana 44547 and at additional entry of Aces. Subscription: sls per year in Kosciusko County, s2l outside county. POSTMASTERS: Send change of ad dress forms to The Mail Journal, PO Box 188, Milford, Indiana 44542

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THINGS LOOK different on the Grady Farms today than they did on Saturday night, March 25th. A visit to the farm today shows workmen completing two large pole buildings that are on the same site and replacing a large 40 x 100 bank barn that burned to the ground on that fateful night. The farm, one of the largest of its kind in the area, is located on CR 1000 N, just west of SR 13 and five miles southwest of Syracuse. The fire, which reportedly started by spontaneous combustion, according to a page 1 MailJournal article in its March 27th issue, drew fire departments from Syracuse, Milford, Leesburg, North Webster and Pierceton. The fire was successfully contained with water pumped from tankers, from the Skinner Ditch, and from a large rubber “tank” put on the ground, replenished by tankers running to and from the nearest Syracuse hydrant. While the big bank barn could not be saved, the 60 battling firemen could not prevent damage to two-thirds of two sheds, one measuring 30 x 100 feet and the other measuring 40 x 120 feet. One steer, valued at SSOO to S6OO was lost, out of a herd of 1,200 feeder cattle present on the farm and near the inferno. The Grady Farm is a five-generation operation, with 1,200 head of feeder beef cattle normally on the premises. During the rebuilding now in progress, the herd is down to 800. Being built are two pole buildings, one 80 x 96 for equipment and hospital pens, the other 43 x 150 feet to get the cattle under roof. The Grady Farms purchases steers, weighing about 500 pounds, from a Kentucky source, then feeds them out for an eastern market. By most any standards, it is a big operation. With Jerry Grady serving as major domo, working right along side him are three sons: Mike, 26; Max, 22; and Dale, 17. The oldest son, Mark, 30, has a bent toward electronics, and is putting these skills to good use as an employee of the New Paris Telephone Company., The above photo shows Jerry Grady in the foreground of the buildings now under construction. Jerry states his loss was “pretty well covered by insurance.” —o— A “CONTRIBUTING" writer in this week’s paper is Larry Shores, editor of The Muncie Star, who did the review on “Grease” at the Enchanted Hills Playhouse. (See page 10.) Larry is a Richmond native, spends part of his summers at North Webster, and manages to take in several Playhouse productions each year. This week he is filling in for his boss. Bill Spurgeon, who normally does this chore for our readers. —O'BUMPER STICKER: What the hell; it runs. —o— THE DEATH of Bertha B. (McMann) Kowdabaugh at the Prairie View Rest Home in Warsaw at the age of 92 on Saturday, July 13, brought back memories to several local people of when she and her late husband Seth L. Rowdabaugh operated the Grand Hotel in uptown Syracuse. Seth was a native of Elkhart County and Bertha. born June 22, 1893 in Noble County, was the daughter of JohnsnniMartha (Weaver) McMann The Rowdabaughs operated the Grand Hotel in Syracuse for a number of years, then when Seth went off to Ann Arbor, Mich., to study law at the U of M, Bertha ran the hotel and kept their young brood together. Seth came home, ran for prosecutor, and his very first case, according to townsman/historian Ron Sharp, involved one Mose Ketring of Syracuse. Sharp said a spirited card game in the hotel ended in a street fight between Ketring and a man named Mickey. In the fracas, a volunteer arbitrator fell, bumped his head on the curb and died. Ketring received a jail term, which was later overturned by a higher court. Mose left town, walking off into the town’s history book. Before studying law, Rowdabaugh taught in the one-room Hex School on Highway 6, then at the Syracuse High School where he taught agriculture, among other subjects. He became associated in Warsaw with the law firm of Rockhill, Vanderveer, et al, then ran for circuit court judge and was elected. He was a “tough judge,” according to some of his contemporaries, and made notary publics take tests to hold that lowly estate. Sharp recalls, “The test was so tough that many lawyers couldn t paks it. The Rowdabaughs were married August 6. 1916. Seth died July 11,1968. Bertha was a member of the Winona Lake Presbyterian Church and was a past Worthy Matron of the Syracuse order of Eastern Star, was a 50-year recipient of an Eastern Star gold award. She was a member of the Warsaw Literary Club, Winona Lake

Presbyterian Guild, and was Past Diaconess of Winona Lake Presbyterian Church. Surviving are twb sons, Earl Rowdabaugh, Orland, Ind.*, and Dr. Marshal Rowdabaugh, Albuquerque, N.M.; three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Joan) Johnson, Forest City, Cal., Mrs. William (Baja) Clarke. Menlo Park, Cal., and Mrs. John (Ruth) McKinney, Waikolo Village, Hawaii; 10 grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Sperry, of Orland, Mrs. Vada Mellor, Berthovd, Col., and Mrs. Martha Rose Beer, Antwerp, Ohio, and a brother, Rev. William Master, Anderson, Mo. Two brothers preceded her in death. —o— LOOK FOR several business changes in Wawasee Village before the summer is out. Problem is, the deals are close (but not final) to being consummated. We'll make note of this as soon as we can, with justice to the parties involved. & —O — ■ C 4 WHAT’S HAPPENING at the Pacer Service Station at 108 South Huntington Street? This is a question being asked. The station has been closed for over a week, with a sign on the door that it is closed for inventory. Signs on the gas pumps state they are out of order. The station is headquartered out of South Bend. —o— UNUSUAL PERSONAL license plate: MY KIDS. —o— GEORGE BAUNER, a resident of Webster Lake, has to be the best little ticket salesman the Lakeland Kiwanis Club has. He turned upcast Thursday at the Syracuse Case to touch the more light hearted of the group with his ticket-selling pitch. . What was he selling? Tickets to the Saturday, Aug. 3, corn and sausage roast, held annually in front of the Counting House Bank by his club as a fund raising project. When someone came up with the idea that everyone buy a ticket or two for himself, then buy two for the senior citizens of the community, it caught on, and Kiwanian Bauner solrf2s tickets. Whether the idea caught on, or whether the more reluctant felt the heat of his contemporaries, is a matter of conjecture. Either way, it worked to Bauner's advantage. He is a former Guide Lamp employee at Anderson, and appears to know how' to manage a group such as this. —o— /S' TOM FARRIS, a summersresident of the Ideal Beach area. Lake Wawasee, has been named senior vice president of Applegate Advertising Agency at Muncie. Another case of a local boy making good. He is also account executive'fof the Consumer Products Division of the Ball Corporation, for Arvin Consumer Housewares andrArvinyl Division of Arvin Industries, and for Lift-A-Lbft Corporation. Mr. Farris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Economics and Psychology from Ball State University, Muncie, and is completing his MBA degree. In 1967, he startedhis own advertising and marketing communications firm in Muncie, called T. L. Farris and Associates, handling local, regional and national industrial and consumer clients. Concurrently, from 1970-1978, Mr. Farris was part owner and marketing vice president with Fleenor Auto Stores. He joined Applegate Advertising Agency,in 1983 as Vice President. -yo— IN SPITE of such arenas of public discussion as Letters to the Editor offered by, most newspapers, many people don’t want their names sighed to a letter of comment of this type. The reasons for their anonymity are many and varied. But since ‘the PAPER.’ this paper s sister publication, began its call-in column “Speak Out” some time ago we are continually surprised at the response. This past week, for instance, 67 anonymous calls have been made to ‘the PAPER’ offices at Syracuse and Warsaw. You can be sure the comments are heavily edited, due to the limited space allotted for the comments and the nature of the calls. —o— WITH AREA towns working on bringing in new industry to provide more jobs, it’s interesting to note that Ligonier is doing better than most towns in this regard. The latest is that Ligonier is to get a new scaled down Farm & Fleet Store, to be located near the big Family Fare grocery store at the south edge of town. ATTORNEY JOHN C. Hagen knows how to recover from an operation. He takes a month-long trip to Europe with his wife Mariane and friends. The Hagens arrived home Monday night, and John will be in his office to “catch up” next Monday morning. On April 3 John underwent a quadruple heart by-pass at Fort Myers, Fla. The group the Hagens were traveling with went to a score of interesting places, including France. Belgium. Germany. Switzerland and the principality of Monte Carlo.