The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 43, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 October 1986 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., October 22,1986

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North Webster News BY MARY LEE WILLMAN

B||| ... Readers living in the North Webster area are encouraged to call their news items to Mary Lee Willman at 834-4544 for publication in this column. -

Report given on on quilt show Roll was called by Jessie Wainscott when Lakeland Quilt Club members met on October 13 at the home of Miriam Mason. A report of the 12 Lakeland Club quilts, displayed at the recent Scottsdale Mall Quilt Show, was given by Wilma Plotner, Wahneta Gebhart and Ruth Dunker. They helped to monitor the show that had a total of 51 quilts on display. It was noted that Beverly Maresh had mailed flyers announcing the Quilt and Craft Show to be held November 1 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Mason home. Items for the bazaar were worked on during the meeting. A note of appreciation from Mrs. Wainscott was read by Patty Herron. The payment of dues and changes in banking procedures were discussed. Wilma Plotner displayed three miniature doll quilts designed with IV 4 inch appliqued hearts, an original quilt block that has been stenciled on muslin and quilted in 114I 1 4 inch blocks and a Country Child and Hearts pattern quilt, in muted shades of red and blue with alternating 24 inch quilted blocks and a border of tiny stenciled hearts. Marianne Watson showed handmade Christmas decorations and pin cushions done in the Cathedral Window design. Mrs. Mason showed Christmas tablecloths, pillows, stuffed dolls and Christmas aprons. A sack lunch was enjoyed at noon. The afternoon was spent working on club projects. A workshop to complete bazaar items is scheduled for October 27 at the Mason home. Sisters has inspection Inspection was conducted during the October 13 meeting of North Webster- Pythian Sisters held at Lakeside Temple. Jeanette Bockman reported on shut-ins, Nina Sutton, Ethel Engel, and Dale Cremeens. Guests present were Diana

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Cunningham, District Deputy Grand Chief; and Myrtle Davidson; and Dorothy Cummingham, all of Elkhart. Following inspection, a salad bar was served. Tippy Club has carry-in Tippecanoe Township Club met October 15 at North Webster Church of God with 26 members and two guests present. The guests were Janice Willoughby, Anderson, and Peggy Young. Huntington. Hostesses for the day were Valeria Merkey, Margaret Welker, and Ruth Mickley. A carry-in dinner was served at noon with tables decorated with dishes of Halloween candy and small pumpkins provided by Goldie Hunnicutt. The birthdays of Mrs. Merkey, Ruth Boyer, and Dot Kurth were recognized. Pauline Gunkel baked the birthday cake that was served for dessert. Pictures of the hostess committee were taken by Helen Wichern. Group singing of “For Me And My Gal” was led by Wilma Conner. Minutes of the September meeting were read by Mrs. Wichern. May Grodrian gave the * treasurer’s report. A donation was made to the North Webster Fire Department and EMS. Members voted to participate in the County Homemakers' Reading Program. Pat Friddle reported on the President’s Council Meeting and noted that Extension Homemakers clubs are being organized in area nursing homes. The Farmer’s Market will close October 29. The 1987 National Homemaker’s Convention is to be held at Indianapolis. Reports were given by: Mrs. Conner, gardening; Mary Lee Willman, citizenship, “The Story of Thomas Hubler,” cultural arts, Betty Hinton, "Covered Bridges in Indiana;” Geneva Belcher, health and safety, “Protecting Yourself From Fire;” and Harriet Williamson,

cards and flowers. Dot Kurth announced that a club trip to the Honeywell Home at Wabash is being planned for •June of 1967. There will be a tour of the Honeywell Foundation and Wabash Historical Museum. Several members received birthday or anniversary cards and gifts from their secret pals. The lesson, “Edible and Nutritious Table Decorations,” was presented by Clar Brodrick and Catherine Bause. They demonstrated how to use an ironing board as a buffet server and how to make candle holders from apples. A totem pole centerpiece was displayed by Mrs. Brodrick. It was made from an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables. Mrs. Bause served cider from a large pumpkin that had been made into a punch bowl. Items for the Christmas bazaar will be sorted and tagged on October 31, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Mrs. Grodrian. Those attending are asked to take a sack lunch. Lakeland Club elects officers Lakeland Women’s Club members met October 9 at North Webster United Methodist Church with Betty Beaman as hostess. Mary Garton and Charlotte Hubartt were guests. Jane Nave, president, opened the business session by reading a poem entitled, “The Worth of a Smile.” The group voted to make a donation to the North Webster Volunteer Fire Department and EMS. Election of officers was held. The new officers are: Dorothy Mills, president; Lee Jordan, vice president; Janet Brandon, secretary; and Mrs. Nave,

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King Arthur's Town

THERE IS still time to return overdue books to the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Library without paying a penalty. But. be sure and get them returned before November 1. JUNIOR AND Senior High youth from North Webster Church of God will be attending a fall retreat from October 30

treasurer. Installation of officers is scheduled for January. A program was presented by Sue Mitchell. She showed colored slides and told about the North Webster EMS and fire department. A carry-in dinner is planned for November at the home of Shirley Gadner and Ruth Starner. Those planning to attend are asked to meet at the church first for directions. Sorority finalizes plans for bazaar Stephanie Esenwein was hostess for the October 14 meeting of Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority. A donation was made to the North Webster Charity Fund with members also volunteering to help. Donations to other philanthropic projects are being considered. Plans were finalized for the 10th annual sorority sponsored Christmas Bazaar. It will be held November 1 at Camelot Hall from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. A rush party is to be held October 28 at the home of Cyndi Heckaman. There will be a talent show and the history of Theta Sigma Chapter will be presented. A Christmas dinner party is being planned for December at Nappanee for sorority members and invited guests. Following the meeting, an auction of edible items was enjoyed. Sunday school doss enjoys carry-in dinner The Messangers Sunday school class from North Webster Church of the Brethren met recently at

through November 1 at Camp Tecumsh near Lafayette. Kent Butcher will be speaker and music leader. There will be a time of spiritual renewal, special worship, camp fires, discussions and conferences. Free time activities include horseback riding, archery, basketball, volley ball, football, riflery. canoeing and climbing Mt. Wood. A DINNER party at a Warsaw restaurant was enjoyed recently by the “49’ers”, a group of retired Thornburg employees who all observed their 49th birthday the same year. Those attending were Romaine Shock, Harold and Bertha Mosier, Esther Elliott, Adrian and Marguerite Howell and Bob Camper. —o— MR. AND Mrs. Doug Shock were hosts for a hayride and wiener roast held at their home on October 18. Those attending were members of the YoungMarrieds Sunday school class at North Webster Church of God.

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the home of Gerri Click, Cromwell. There were 18 persons in attendance. A carry-in dinner was served at noon. Paul Shrieder asked the blessing before the meal was served. Following dinner, group singing was enjoyed with Betty Barrett at the organ. Doris Wall hostess for Homemakers Efficient Homemakers were entertained on October 16 at the home of Doris Wall. A donation was made to the Mental Health Association. Mrs. Wall gave the meditation. Her topic was “How to Stay Young.” Jill Shock reported on events at Camp Elko and the special recognition given to Alice Long. Mrs. Wall and Judy Clayton, assistant hostess, presented the lesson, “Edible and Nutritious Table Decorations and Favors.” They displayed a popcorn snowman, flowers made from cookies and gum drops, cross stitched name cards, cupcake ice cream cones, a cake baked in a flower pot, and cookies on a stick. The garden report, “Preparing for Frost,” was given by Mrs. Shock. Mrs. Clayton reported on Fred Remington during the cultural arts lesson. The group voted to have a Christmas gift exchange. Pauline White received the door prize. The hostesses served refreshments of fresh vegetables with dip, hoagie sandwiches on French bread, and mushroom confections. Phyllis Matz will be hostess for the November meeting. Hospital tray favors will be made.

THE 10TH annual Community Christmas Bazaar, sponsored by Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi. will be held from 10 a m. until 4 p.m. November 1 at Camelot Hall. All proceeds go to charity and philanthropic projects. —o— RIDERS AND sponsors are needed for the Cystic Fibrosis Bike-A-Thon. Riders will start peddling on October 25 at North Webster Church of God. —o—- — SAYS, “As prices go up and up till they are now scandalous. I take another look at my old things. If, with a little mending, cleaning, repair or polish. I find they may be better than new merchandise I just keep them and cherish them and put a higher value on them, too. " —o— THE NORTH Webster Day Care Board is sponsoring a PreHoliday Style Show at Camelot Hall October 25 at 1 p.m. A salad and dessert bar w ill be served. —O’TILL NEXT week . . .

Lady Lions have Halloween party The October 16 meeting and Halloween costume part of North Webster Lady Lions was held at Wesley Hall. Janet Brandon led as pledge to the American flag was repeated in unison. Initiation was held for seven new members. They are Valeria Patterson, Becky Dellinger. Charlotte Hubartt, Cathy Schaaf, Jane Deßolf, Diana Welker, and Joyce Rhaneuf. Each initiate was presented with a Lady Lions pin and a long stemmed lavender rose. Roll call, “What I’m giving the trick or treaters.” was answered by 21 persons. Susie Williams was given a hanging basket planter for recruiting the most new members. Minutes of the last meeting and the treasurer's report were read by Rosie Mort. Those receiving awards for Halloween costumes were Sylvia Richards, cutest; Sue Ann Mitchell? ugliest; Mrs. De Rolf, most comical; and Mrs. Hubartt, most original. Deanna Overmeyer was

NIPSCO gas rates to drop

Northern Indiana residents should see lower natural gas bills again this winter because of reduced gas costs from pipeline suppliers, according to Northern Indiana Public Service Company. “If temperatures are the same as last winter, our customers’ natural gas bills should drop about three percent," said Jeffrey W. Yundt, NIPSCO vice president of gas • operations. “This is the second consecutive winter that gas costs have declined and our customers have benefited.” Yundt sfiid an abundance of gas supplies and competition among suppliers and fuel sources have caused the lower prices. "Adequate supplies and marketsensitive prices will continue to make natural gas the most reliable and least expensive heating fuel in northern Indiana.”

«<JP | S " v . ~ ;> vR ! \ W j ' r ' RB ■ k fWa 1 Xi V * yilW IMK i IlKMnr BARBEE LAKES DONATE — Barbee Lakes Property Owners Association president Mary Patten, left, hands a check for SI,OOO to Diane Bowman, North Webster Emergency Medical Service fundraiser treasurer, as Ruth Dunker, publicity chairman for the association, looks on. The monetary award will be used towards the purchase of a fire truck in 1987 and towards the new EMS ambulance, recently purchased by the town. A part of the cumulative general funds, the donation was derived from membership dues. WATERBEDS $1 JQ I Light Or |q o | Retail Store Dark Stain From _ . x complete Check Our Mattresses Fullwave Waveless Hydraulic Heaters Padded Rails Drawer -1 Dneee Pedestals. Bedroom Furniture Sheets Comforters Water Conditioners QUUftty MM liICUS

To know God's will is life's greatest treasure. To do God's will is life's greatest H " pleasure. -•»< ■a *'*jSp Won't yow join ui for worship this whL " M , £ 8:50 A.M. — Sunday School Opening , . 9:00 A.M.— Sunday Bible School 10:00 A.M. — Sunday Morning Worship 7:00 P.M. — Sunday Evening Service 7:00 P.M. — Wednesday Evening Bible Study ■ you need trans- | portation to Sunday morning Worship, call 658-9151. CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MILFORD

presented with a gift in recognition of her work on behalf of the recent Lady Lions style show. It was announced that soap and socks are now being collected for the Christmas charity project. This year, youngsters will also receive a basket containing toiletries. It was announced that a donation has been made to the Dancing Grandmas from Fort Wayne. Rosie Mort read the new and revised club constitution. Starting in November, there will be three hostesses each month instead of two. Shelley Baker received the hostess gift and the traveling gift was presented to Joyce Packard. A trip to Pumpkin Land at Fashion Farms is scheduled for October 28. On November 29, there will be a trip to Peddlers’ Village. The Lady Lions will be in charge of concessions at the North Webster Winter Carnival on February 7 and 8. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the North Webster Fire Department and EMS. The location for the December 4 Christmas party and secret sister gift exchange is to be announced. A brown bag auction

NIPSCO gas rates continue to rank among the lowest in the nation, a recent survey by the American Gas Association showed. The survey covered the quarter ending June 30. Monthly bills for NIPSCO residential customers ranked 14th lowest of 121 service areas included in the survey, or among the lowest 11 percent nationwide. NIPSCO industrial and commercial gas rates were among the lowest 14 percent. In the study, the highest residential gas rates were paid by customers of Brooklyn Union Gas Company in New York where 250 therms of gas cost $222.30. The lowest rates, $85.26, were paid by customers of Entex, Inc. in Texas. NIPSCO customers paid $113.60 for comparable usage. The average winter-month gas use for- - residential customers is

will be held in January. Refreshments of cookies and candy were served by Hilda Stone and Mrs. Brandon. Plans finalized for clean-up day North Webster Church of the Brethren Women’s Fellowship met October 14 at the church Eva Lock presided during the business session. Molly Kintner read minutes of the last meeting and gave the treasurer’s report. Gerri Click gave two readings entitled “A Special Glory” and “Praise From the Sea.” Time was spent making lap robes for the Timbercrest Home at North Manchester. A carry-in dinner was served as noon. Rev. Emra Kintner asked the blessing before the meal was served. Plans were finalized for an all church clean-up day on October 21. Homecoming is scheduled for October 26. All members, former members, and friends of the church are invited to attend. Dorothy Gregory gave the closing prayer.

about 250 therms. Yundt said NIPSCO has adequate supplies to meet all its customers’ firm requirements this winter, barring any unforeseen supplier capacity or supply shortages. NIPSCO expects to continue receiving its full contracted daily supply of 910 million cubic feet from suppliers, Yundt said. The supply is supplemented by more than 32 million cubic feet of natural gas storage, from NIPSCO-owned facilities and . from storage reserves contracted with suppliers and other companies. Singers to take Christmas to nursing homes American Way Singers, a nonprofit group, are starting their second year of bringing yule tide to area nursing homes. Marvin Perry, a member of the group, stated several dates have been set for bringing yule tide music to area nursing homes and the group is looking for persons interested in joining the group and bringing Christmas cheer to these residents. Perry remarked the free service is mostly on weekends. Those who are interested may contact Perry at 856-4177. Tom Ward speaker on October 23 The Third District farmers are organizing a meeting and hog roast for Thursday, Oct. 23, starting at 5 p.m. The guest speaker is Tom Ward, candidate for the Third District Congressional seat. He is running against John Hiler. It will be held at the Lapaz Community Building, located just off highway US 6 and US 31 in Marshall County. < They, the farmers, feel this location is equally accessible to all the farmers. All farmers and their families of Starke, Marshall, LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, and Kosciusko Counties are encouraged to attend. Ward will be speaking at 7:30 p.m. He is an attorney from Knox, and a graduate of Notre Dame. Ward has visited with farmers in every county since winning the primary with more the 50 percent of the vote. This meeting will give them another! look. The reason for having this meeting is to get together and talk about the agricultural problems with a potential candidate who is concerned about it. For more information, call Don Berger at 784-2929 or Loren Geyer of Lakeville at 936-5913.