The Mail-Journal, Volume 22, Number 52, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 December 1985 — Page 12

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., December 25,1985

Milford's Main street

viiu r CHRISTMA S... The Danyule Gazette ran the following arUde on what Christmas is. We ®d it s worth sharing with our readers. Christmas is more than a date on the calendar. Christmas is more than a season of the mind. Christmas is more than a decorated tree. Christmas is more than candles and brightly shining lights. Christmas is more than colorful packages. Christmas is more than families coming together. Christmas is more than laughing children.

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11 mV I We hope the fir 19 * I spirit of this n.I wJ 1 ’ Holy Season will ■ I n IzL* b® > n your 'I In hearts forever. I - I \ W J v ffllffi I 1 | , I i I\i 1 I JVHHRr |L-i x) f H & H Repair Shop, Inc. < Diesel & Gas Engine Repairs/Lawn Mower Sales & Service I Mile South & 3 /t Mile East Os Nappanee 1 77 3-2488| - Z a X And Be Out In ( \ me Enjoy I Midnight Jv J Hour With A “y* 7 Friends I n ‘# — X. 'J& Following Menu: Moke Your Reservations Today! X o • Alaskan Crab Lags • Chef's Special Batter ”"/7|\X'" Dip Shrimp •16 Oz. T-Bone e / |QI • Large Cut Prime Rib T r • 8 Oz. filet • TatalfChfe kT yOUR 010101 lonyoKi Chicken Includes: Solod, Potato, Homemade Broad THE WEBSTER HOUSE | (Formerly "The Classic") State Road 13 South- North Webster, Indiana (219)834-4111 ' • Only 15 Minutes From Warsaw • Only 10 Minutes From Syracuse —HOURS:—■■■■ SUNPAYS 10:30 A.M.-2:00 P.M. MONPAYS CLOSED fIJESPAYS 11 ;00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. & 5:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. WEPNESPAYS 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. & 5:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. THURSPAYS 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. & 5:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. FRIPAYS 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. & 5:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. SATORPAYS 5:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M.

Christmas is more than the carols we sing. Christmas is more than giving and receiving. Christmas is more than all of these. Christmas is love — God’s love for a world He knew would reject Him. The arrival of a baby in Bethlehem so many years ago has been repeated throughout the ages reminding us of God’s precious Gift of His only Son. It is the story of Mary and Joseph, of a Star, of Shepherds and Wisemen, of animals in a manger —of an innkeeper who showed compassion by sharing the only space he had —a stable. It’s a story of love.

If you want to get technical about it, nobody really knows what day Jesus was born. In fact, the designated day we celebrate as Christmas, December 25, has more to do with celebrations of the gentile world commemorating the rebirth of the sun at the winter solstice not the birth of the Son. Most historians agree that in the process of converting the pagans, early missionaries capitalized on their customs and incorporated some of their traditions into church holidays. Christmas today is a blending of both secular and sacred traditions of a variety of cultures handed down over the years. It is all too easy to get caught up in the secular aspects of the holiday at the expense of sacred. With all the tinsel, sentimentality, commercialization and excess we sometimes forget that the Babe whose birth we celebrate was born in a lowly stable. But each year as we get caught up in the tangle of trees and lights, shopping and wrapping presents, we look forward to hearing once again the news proclaimed by the angels that a Savior had been born in Bethlehem, bringing peace and goodwill to all men. We are restored with hope. Without the anticipation and expectations of Christmas, the fulfillment would be missing. Prophets of old looked forward to the arrival of a Savior many generations passed — each anticipating the time when this Blessed Event would take place. Christmas is more than the past. Christmas is the present. Not just presents. As we open our Christmas gifts let us open our hearts. Christmas is a story of love: The best gift to give, the best gift to receive. That’s what Christmas is. THE WIFE of a Milford volunteer fireman called our attention to a matter that could prove real serious. She commented that occasionally the Milford fire emergency telephone number — 658-4411 — is called, then the par-

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ty hangs up without any identification. Hie call rings in the home of all 16 firemen. The question, then, to this an emergency call of some sort? Is it a youngster making an emergency call, leaving firemen with nowhere to respond? s Our informant’s advise is, that if a wrong number has been dialed, the party should say so, excuse himself or herself, and in this manner clear the line. Good advice. DICK KOSCHNICK has been busy the past few days explaining to the people of Milford that he to not Polish. It seems Dick’s name appeared in the Christmas greeting with Mr. and Mrs. Wade Mishler and came out as Dick Koscknick. FOLLOWING IS a list of Christmas gifts wanted by many area residents who were stopped by M-J reporter Mark Huffman on Milford’s Main Street: Mary Kelly, r 1 Milford — Good health, have everyone helping each other. I’m just thankful to be living here. Whenever I buy stamps, I make sure they are the ones with the American flag on them. Gladys Morgan, r 1 Milford — Peace on earth, no more wars; I really don’t want anything for myself. Renee Morgan, r 1 Milford — A kicky doll (you put it in the water and it kicks). Allison Morgan, r 1 Milford — A red wagon and I want to go to grandma’s. Rex Waverly, r 1 North Webster — I have about everything I need, but I did ask my mother-in-law to visit my wife for Christmas (she’s from New York). That would be a nice Christmas present. Todd Turmay, Kalamazoo, Mich. — I’d like tickets to the Super Bowl, but I’ll probably get a tie. Marrie Troupe, r 1 Syracuse — I’m just hoping for all the family

to be together, that’s enough. John Troupe, r 1 Syracuse — I asked for a new car (Trans-Am) but I know I won’t get it. Donna Miller, r 1 Milford — I’d like a 1985 Red Pontiac Fiero. Mary Pena, Milford — I’d like a new car. Roberto Rodriguez, Goshen — I’d like a new house if I could havfeone. Tom Woolens, r 3 Warsaw — I asked for some new clothes and an exercise bike. Merle Tethreke, Milford — Peace in the world would be about the best thing anyone could ask for. Tad Moore, Goshen — A baseball glove and basketball backboard. Linda Moore, Goshen — A new brother. No, I’d like to have some seatcovers and floormats for my car, that’s about it. Jeff Moore, Goshen — I asked for a stereo but would really like a Ford Mustang convertible.

Armed robbery at convenience store

■MpHS Crime Stoppers, a non-profit organization involving the police, the media and the public in the fight against crime, offers anonymity and cash rewards to persons who furnish information leading to the arrest and the filing of criminal charges against felony offenders and to the capture of fugitives. The following “Crime of the Week” was furnished by the Kosciusko County Crime Stoppers organization: The armed robbery of a convenience store is the “Crime of the Week”.

j JSL * .X I * —— Joy to the World It’s beginning to look like Christmas I May the Holidays bring you and yours every happiness. Felts Ceramic Tile 630 Pittsburg— Syracuse 457-2665

Even in this age of inflation, the wages of sin remain the same.

Fred Wall* Associate Minister

TRANSPORTATION provided for Sunday morning* and Wednesday evening*. Call 658-9151 or 658-9241. CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MILFORD Fourth And Henry Straats 658*9151 Milford

From the Syracuse Police log —

Shoplifter is apprehended

The following information was obtained from the log of the Syracuse Police Log December 18 11:20 a.m. — Subject called for Kiwanis. 12:33 p.m. — Subject complained of dog outside, no shelter 9:36 p.m. — Local merchant requested extra patrol 10:36 p.m. — Subject requested an officer reference a domestic problem 11:19 p.m. — Subject reported a loud noise at a business, putside December 19 1:02 p.m. — Subject requested emergency message be delivered to subject on John Street 7 p.m. — Subject on station reference a disabled vehicle at Main Street and Railroad Avenue 10:24 p.m. — Subject advised intoxicated person in a brown mustang in the parking lot of a business 11:43 p.m. — North Webster Police Department reported an intoxicated driver headed north on SR 13 towards Syracuse December 20 3 p.m. — Subject advised his mother was dead 4:03 p.m. — CBer advised disabled vehicle south of town 4:10 p.m. — Subject on station reference snowmobile permits 6:28 p.m. — CBer advised disabled vehicle on railroad

On December 6, an armed robbery of the Etna Quick Service occurred in Etna Green. This business is located at the intersection of Old 30 and SR 19. At about 8:20 p.m., one white male entered the store and pulled a revolver with a long barrel on the lone female employee. He then demanded all the money from the cash register. This subject is described as about 26 to 28 years old, about average height and weighed about 155 pounds. He was wearing a bandana over the lower part of his face and a red cap. After the robbery, he fled on foot. Persons with information concerning this robbery are asked to contact Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-342-STOP. Crime Stoppers will pay up to SI,OOO if the information leads to an arrest or indictment. Crime Stoppers also pays cash rewards on other felony crimes and the capture of fugitives. They only want the information, not your name.

TOU ARI INVITED TO WORSHIP WITH US THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON 10:00 p.m. — December 24, Candlelight Communion Service A 8:40 a.m. — Sunday School Opening j Assemble / 9:00 a.m. — Sunday Bible School Classes for / all ages I 10:00 a.m. — Morning Worship Service 7:00 p.m. — Evening Services 7:30 p.m. — December 31, New Year's Eve Watch Party

tracks at Huntington Street and Railroad Avenue 8:13 p.m. — Local merchant advised theft occurred last night 9:26 p.m. — Business advised apprehended a shoplifter 10:48 p.m. — Subject advised strange odor in his house December 21 12:06 a.m. — Subject called and said a subject needed a ride home 3:42 a.m. — Subject reported a property damage hit/skip accident 7:26 a.m. — Party advised someone hit the main channel fence 12:47 p.m. — Party called reference to the hit/skip reported at3:42a.m. 2:41 p.m. — Party on station advised accident at Seventh and Chicago Streets Hypothermia Cold winter temperatures can affect everyone’s health, especially the elderly says the Indiana State Medical Association (ISMA). According to ISMA, many senior citizens suffer each winter from hypothermia, a condition that can be fatal. Hypothermia is an abnormally low body temperature, typically 95 degrees Fahrenheit or 35 degrees Celcius or lower. This is not to be confused with the temperature of one’s skin which can frequently drop. Hypothermia is reflected in low, internal body temperature. Accidental hypothermia can occur in individuals of any age who are exposed to cold temperatures. Infants, whose temperature control system is immature, are at a risk. However, a significant number of elderly persons are susceptible because they may not be able to afford adequate heat for their homes, or their bodies cannot respond normally to even relatively mild temperatures. According to the ISMA, the stress of being exposed to prolonged cold may be too great for an elderly person’s resistance and recovery system, and there may be a possible defect in the portion of the central nervous system that controls the person’s body temperature. Those particularly vulnerable to hypothermia usually live alone or are isolated, do not shiver or react to the cold, may be ill or not able to move around well, or may take drugs that keep the body from regulating temperature normally. Signs that may signify possible hypothermia include: • An elderly person seeming to be unaware of the cold. • Noticeable changes in a person’s thinking, actions or awareness. • Dizziness or vertigo association with sudden movements. • Slow, irregular heartbeat and weak, low blood pressure. • Slurred speech, slow breathing. • Definite low body temperature when measured with a thermometer or compared to the touch. Although some or all of these symptoms may be present in a hypothermia case, they also can represent signs of a stroke, diabetic coma, heart disease, and other conditions. If any of these conditions are present, especially low body temperature, a physician should be called immediately. Treatment of hypothermia includes the gradual rewarming of the body. If assisting a hypothermia victim and waiting for emergency medical help, prevent further heat loss by wrapping the victim in a warm blanket and using hot water bottles or electric heating pads. If the victim is awake, give him small quantities of food or drink (never alcohol). Don’t try to rub the person’s limbs to increase heat because it may worsen the condition. If the victim is unconscious, lower the head and raise the feet to prevent shock. The ISMA advises senior citizens to network among themselves by calling each other every day during the cold weather months to make sure the proper precautions are being taken to avoid hypothermia.

Carl Shearer Minister

4:04 p.m. — Subject requested to know if the ice was safe December 22 10:42 a.m. — Party advised of a hit and skip some time last night 5:39 p.m. - Subject requested information on how to contact sister. She moved and they don t know whoro 7:10 p.m- Subject advised he had a car/deer property damage accident, moved the vehicle 8:58 p.m. — Subject advised of a suspicious person attempting to get into a parked vehicle at the high school December 23 9:30 a.m. — Lady advised she has a stray dog 3:41 p.m. — Property damage accident at Pacer 6:30 p.m. — Kosciusko County officer requested telephone listing for a subject at a specific address 7:36 p.m. — Woman reported a property damage accident near her residence 8:11 p.m. — Property damage accident on South Main Street 8:56 p.m. — Subject on station for location of State Bank and license branch 10:40 p.m. <— Subject called reference missing person Trash to be picked up Thursday Trash pick-up for the town of Syracuse will be done for the next two Thursdays since Christmas and New Year’s Day are on successive Wednesdays this holiday season. Wednesday is the usual day for trash pick-up. New financial plan : It’s a good time to get organized for the new year once Christmas is over. One New Year’s resolution that; shouldn’t be hard to keep is to set up a workable family financial plan for the whole new year. A sound family plan geared for; the next 12 months helps the family to take a realistic look atcurrent and pending obligations* in comparison to the total yearly income. Each member should be included in the understanding of how the money is spent and how they’d like it to be spent since each member shares in the spending. Set up a certain place for bank statements, bills, etc. to be placed. Add up last year’s bills and divide by 12 which will be the amount to save each month to meet those expenses. Have a happy, prosperous New Year. Have a bonfire New Year's Eve On New Year’s Eve, stir up the fire in the fireplace and get ready to a fun night. If therejis no fireplace, then how about a bonfire? All that is needed is packages (tubes) of refrigerated biscuit dough (boughten already made), margarine, peanut butter, and various jellies and preserves. Each person will need a green stick about %” in diameter (bark peeled off the end). Wrap a biscuit (dough) around the end of the stick so that the dough at the end of the stick has no holes but forms a cup. Toast the cup over low flames or hot coals. Remove the stick and there is a neat cup to fill with butter, jelly, peanut butter, etc. Eat the cup and all. Everyone has lots of fun while filling up. Wash it down with lots of hot chocolate. Lore of carols Dr. John Henry Hopkins, Jr., an Episcopal rector, composed “We Three Kings of Bethlehem Are,” in 1859. Phillip Brooks, an Episcopal minister, wrote “O, Little Town Os Bethlehem” in 1868 following a trip to the Holy Land and the organist of his church, Lewis H. Redner, put it to music. The best known carol, Christmas Carol,” written in 1843 by Charles Dickens, is not to be sung, but read.

IF A\ \ F JO7EIJX Noa In this holiest of times, we are again warmed by His gifts of love and hope