The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 43, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 October 1986 — Page 2

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

Friday, Oct. 31, to be an eerie night!

Area readies itself for Halloween appearance of ghouls and goblins

(Continued from page 1) Syracuse Police Department will direct traffic during the hour long event The parade route will begin at the youth center and cross SR 13. From there, it will proceed south on the access road from Pilcher Shoes to Augsburger's Supervalu. The procession will cross SR 13 again and travel north on the access road back to the youth center, where the costume judging will take place. Cash prizes will be awarded for the first place winner in each of the four age groups. Awarded to the winner in the infant to five year group will be S2O. The winner in the six to 11 year category will receive $25. The 12 to 18 year group winner will be awarded S3O. And, the winner in the 18 year and above group will receive SSO. Gift certificates will be given to the second and third place win ners in each age group. Bill Fisher of Fisher’s Rent-All

Fight in Milford on October 12

j By MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer Anyone with further information regarding a Main Street farcas that resulted in the injury of two Milford women are urged to contact the Milford Police Department immediately. The incident stems from an altercation south of the Turf Bar on Main Street around 2:30 a m Sunday, Oct 12. according to Milford Town Marshal David Hobbs. According to investigating officer Aaron Rovenstine, a group of three young Mexican males and two Mexican females were standing near the Masonic Lodge on Emeline Street when a white male, who was about 35-years old, left the bar and proceeded south on Main Street, pursued by a female, who was also described as being white and about 35-years old.. Allegedly, the man went out of his way to bump into two of the three boys talking with the girls and after the accompanying female apologized, they proceeded down the street. The group of five then entered a vehicle in preparation to leave before seeing the man and woman return. One of the youths left the automobile to ask why the man had bumped him earlier, while the three females began air argument. After one of the Mexican women pushed the white woman the older male pushed the other girl to the ground, causing the other youths to get involved. A tall 35 to 40-year old white male and 50 to 60-year old white female

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will be the driver of a garden tractor pulling a special hay wagon in the parade. The wagon will be carrying any costume parade entrants who may not be able to walk the entire journey, especially those smaller ones. Children under eight years must be accompanied by an adult during the activities. Adding to the festivities will be an array of Halloween goodies awaiting all at the youth center after the parade. Cider will be provided by Augsburger’s, donuts have been donated by Tom's Donuts, and fresh apples will be available from Baker Farm Market. The State Bank of Syracuse will giving away hellium-filled balloons to each contestant in the parade. Free Halloween badges will also be given to all parade participants. Following the parade, the Lakeland Youth Center will host a teen dance from 7 p.m. until 9 pm. During this time, the Pickwick Theater will also be showing a newly released PG

also got involved in the altercation. The two Mexican women, Milford residents Mary Rose Perales, 21, and a 17-year-old juvenile, were both struck in the head with sharp instruments by the younger woman and later entered Goshen Hospital where they were treated and released. Rovenstine entered the scene of the incident after being called by the group of five Milford residents involved from the home of Perales, with both pairs of white males and females having dispersed. , According to Rovenstine, all five of the Milford residents involved were checked for alcohol and drugs at 3:20 a.m. and were deemed to not be under the influence of any substance, while the older party is believed tofiave been under the influence of alcohol. No arrests have been made. One suspect will be questioned by Milford Police, according to Hobbs, while others are still being sought. Anyone with further information regarding the identification of the older group or having witnessed the altercation are advised to contact the police department at 658-4941. Diet and health NEW YORK — Women can help fight obesity, osteoporosis, cancer and menstrual difficulties with new diet guidelines that emphasize iron, calcium and low-ft foods and avoidance of tobacco, the American Dietetic Association said recently.

rated film. While tie youngsters are busy with their Halloween fun, the adults are being encouraged to join the Syracuse-Wawasee Retail Merchants for a little Halloween Madness of their own. When the bewitching hour begin&at 6 p.m., so will the sales in many of the stores. Shoppers better hurry though, for the spell will wear off by 9 p.m. Don’t be surprised if during this time the merchants greet their customers in colorful costumes sure to lift one’s spirits. As the stores close at 9 p.m., the merchants will gather at RC’s Pier on Pickwick Road to discuss the mad happenings of the evening and to receive awards of their own for their costumes. The fun will continue on into the next evening when trick-or-treaters go door-to-door gathering Halloween goodies from 6 to 8 p.m. on Halloween night, Oct. 31. New M-J Subscribers Frederick L. Avery, Jr. 513 University Ave. Apt. 1 Laramie, Wyo. 82070 Larry J. Brumbaugh R 2 Box 219 Syracuse.lnd.46s67 Suellen Rae Free / Box 32, Kipple Hall Muncie, Ind. 47306 Robert S. Rhine 1212 S. Brophy St. Park Ridge, 111. 60068 Chris O. Hayes 290 Selby St. Paul, Minn. 55102 I ' Susan Renae Naab 4643 Rosebud Drive Columbus, Ind., 47203 K.E. Curtis Apt. 116, 222 Harbour Drive Naples, Fla., 33940 Jack C. Vanderford r 4 box 208 • o Syracuse, Ind., 46567 John Rahm 672 Prairie Glen Ellyn, 111., 60137 Gary B. Anderson PO Box 395 vfrayne. 111., 60184

Milford Lions 1 Voters have wide selection

advertise for . . . . . . . scoutmaster /n School board contest Nov. 4

WANTED: Scoutmaster and assistant scoutmaster for Troop 747 at Milford. Anyone interested in this opportunity to work with young boys is asked to contact Al Miller, phone 658-4461. The Milford Lions Club, sponsors of Boy Scout Troop 747 for many years, is without a scoutmaster and assistant scoutmaster, and has taken to the classified ad columns to fill the vacancy. The club, meeting Monday night at the Milford Community Building, voted to underwrite personal expenses involved in the job. The Milford troop is one of the oldest in the area, serving many young men in the laudable program over the years. Anyone interested in the two jobs is asked to answer the above advertisement. Lion Karl Keiper is chairman of the club’s Scouting committee. S2OO To Jim Cameron ' Lions voted S2OO to Urbana Lion Jim Cameron, who plans to take two buses and a pick-up truck to Guadamala to give Guadamalans for their use. Cameron has received wide publicity for his work with the peoples of Central America. The local club hopes to have Cameron here for a program on this project. Cameron, a past district governor, has made several trips to Central America to deliver vehicles and help distribute eye glasses. Lion Kent Doty is signing up Lions to work at Campbell’s parking lot Saturday night at the free community Halloween dinner, serving time 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Lion Jay Zehr received the club’s consent to set up Monday, Nov. 17, as a ladies’ night to be held at the Oil Lamp at New Paris. A thank-you note was read from Friends of the Milford Library for the club’s SI,OOO donation to its current fund-raising effort. NIPSCO customers may borrow to buy insulation If you want to curb energy costs this winter, think about weatherizing your home. If you need the money to do it, consider a low-interest loan from Northern Indiana Public Service Company. Qualified NIPSCO customers can borrow from S2OO to $1,500 at six percent interest to buy and install insulation, solar heating and cooling systems, weatherstripping and other conservation devices designed to cut electric or gas use. Payment periods range from six to 36 months. Gregory J. Wilkins, NIPSCO director of division operations, said the weatherization loan program is aimed atXholding down the cost of energy jh the simplest, most direct manrier — conservation. “Adequate insulation goes a long way toward controlling energy costs. Our weatherization loan program helps customers take steps necessary to conserve energy in the home.” Among items covered under the program are: ceiling, wall, floor, ducts, pipe and water heater insulation; interior and exterior caulking; weatherstripping; storm and/or thermal window installation; heat-reflective heat-absorbing window and door materials; clock thermostats; passive solar space heating and cooling systems. Single-family houses, duplexes, triplexes or four-family residences heated by natural gas or electricity, or using electric air conditioning supplied by , NIPSCO, qualify for low-interest weatherization loans. “To make sure customers receive the most value for their conservation dollar, NIPSCO requires each participant to have an energy audit of their home as part of the loan program,” Wilkins said. ‘‘The audit costs sls but it will uncover every aspect of energy waste and will pinpoint potential savings areas to customers.” Details about the loan program and applications can be obtained at local NIPSCO customer service offices. “We hope our customers take advantage of this offer to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and control costs,” Wilkins said. “Even though our natural gas rates are among the lowest in the nation, and will be lower this winter than last, we encourage the wise use of energy so that our customers can control their usage and their energy biU.” Since the loan program was established in July 1984, more than $1.4 million in loans have been made to 1,309 customers, Wilkins said. Nuclear weapons VIENNA, AUSTRIA - The worldwide production of nuclear power increased 14 percent last year, and atomic reactors have become an indispensable source of energy, Hans Blix, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said recently.

(Continued from page 1) special interests are investment stratagies, reading and participating in activities that contribute to the improvement of the educational environment of student, teacher, parent and administrator. STEPHEN O. ARNOLD and his wife, Donna, are the parents of three sons. Mark S., 20, is a junior at Central Michigan University ; Brian C., 16, is a junior at Wawasee High School; and Sean M., 11, is a sixth grader at the Syracuse Middle School. Mrs. Arnold is an instructor of art at Fairfield High School and is chairman of the fine arts department. He moved into the school corporation in July of 1981 from Pittsburgh, Pa., and is an account executive and general manager of Lincoln National Administrative Services Corp., alternative technologies division, Fort Wayne. Arnold served as presidentelect of the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club and as a member of the board of directors of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. He served as chairman of the citizens committee for athletic code of conduct for Wawasee High School for 1985-86 with most of the recommendations being adopted by the board of trustees. He is a breeder and trainer of golden and Labrador retrievers for AKC field trial competition in the US, an amateur radio (ham), a hunter and fisherman and enjoys music education and appreciation. CHARLES E. BECK and his wife, Elizabeth, a retired elementary teacher, have no children. Beck is a retired teacher, coach and principal who has lived in the Wawasee School Corporation for 12 years. He is a director of the Wawasee Property Owners Association and president of the Natti Crow Beach Association. His hobbies include golf, fishing, bowling and all sports. He also officiates as a track starter. COURTNEY A. BLUE and his wife, Shanda H., business manager at The Local Craftsman, are the parents of three children, Danyi Heckaman, a sophomore at Wawasee High School; Morgan Blue, a fourth grader at Syracuse; and Graydon Blue, a kindergarten student at Syracuse. Blue is owner/manager of The Local Craftsman; custom wood products. He has lived in the area for the last 114 years. He is president of the Syracuse PTO. chairman of the Halloween carnival, a member of the Syracuse Advisory Committee, chairman of the construction subcommittee, a member of the Wawasee High School Music Boosters and a member of the church council of the Grace Lutheran Church at Syracuse. He enjoys photography, furniture designing and camping. RANDALL DEWART and his wife, Gwendoline, are the parents of four married children. Sharon Keller resides in Indianapolis and has three daughters; Marcia Pavelek resides in Oceanside, Calif., and has two sons and a daughter; and Susan Stroup resides in Arden, N. C., with her husband, Glen, and has one son and one daughter. Son, Jon, is a resident of the Milford area and he and his wife, Allene, have two sons and a daughter. Dewart is a retired educational facilities specialist. His wife is a retired school teacher. He is a deacon at the Milford Christian Church and a member of the Kiwanis Club. He is a precinct committeeman in Van Buren Township and a member of the American Bell Association. His hobbies include restoring antique bronze bells, unusual clocks, antique disc and cylinder music boxes, railroad memorabilia, and antiques in general. RANDALL POLLEN and his wife, Donna, a music teacher in the Milford schools, have no children. He is owner of Marine Moorings, Inc. Pollen has lived in the school corporation for 10 years and is a member of the Leesburg Lions Club. He is active in school functions. This candidate is a licensed IHSAA official and is a member of the Industrial Fabrics Association International and the National Marine Manufacturers Association. WILLIAM O. TROUP and his wife, Ann, a homemaker, are the parents of four children, Mrs. Harold (Angie) Higginbotham; Mrs. Terry (Chris) McDaniel; Tim, 16, a junior at Wawasee High School; and Kim, seven, a first grader at the Milford Elementary School. They also have four grandchildren, Neil and Jocelyn Higginbotham and Jennifer and Cody McDaniel. Troup has lived in the area for 35 years and is a lineman for NIPSCO. He is a past president of the Waubee Lake Association and has worked on the citizens committee for better education. He lists fighting, tying flies, snowmobiling and golfing as his hobbies.

QUESTIONS The candidates were each asked to give their feelings on specific questions. The questions and their answers follow with the candidates being listed alphabetically according to districts: What do you think about communication between the school board and the patrons of the school corporation? CAREY :“I have always had an open door policy to the patron or taxpayer of the (3) communities, and welcome their input or ideas on any issue.” JORDAN: “Open communication is not only necessary but should be the responsibility of both the board members and patrons. Appropriate feedback and referral of comments, suggestions and concerns are required for a community problem solving approach to develop; improving the total educational system.” ARNOLD: “Since the board is elected of the general population, I feel they are responsible to the electorate and must keep them informed. The lack of communication between the board and patrons has been a negative conation and can stimulate rumors which in the final analysis, can be damaging for all concerned. I will stress some sort of arrangement whereby the board 'goes public’ other than the monthly meetings to communicate directly with the community.” BECK: “Cooperation between school boards and citizens is necessary since both should be working together toward a common goal — better education — therefore the line of communication should always be open.” BLUE: “I have been attending school board meetings regularly for nearly a year, and have been surprised on many occasions to be the only patron in attendance. Under these circumstances, the board communicates to the public primarily through the press. Very few patron concerns are ever voiced, and therefore not addressed. To some degree, the board then has to function without benefit of public input. Consequently, the heart of most board discussion takes place in executive sessions. I believe the schools and the school board should make a greater effort to encourage patrons, and particularly parents, to attend board meetings. I further believe that public board meetings should be held in a room larger than the present administration boardroom. We need to encourage an open dialogue between the school board and the communities. At the present time, we have no such dialogue.” DEWART: “A good school board member must excell in •public relations.’ Every patron in the district is a building block and must be informed. School board members must serve dual functions (1) to carry out the educational policies of the state (2) to take a leadership role in developing and carrying out the educational aspirations of the people of the local community Promoting better understanding between the school and the community must always be done. POLLEN: “I feel communication can and should be improved. If a patron has a problem or an idea for the board to consider, he or she should feel free to consult the board. The exception to this, would be when someone has a situation in the schools where proceeding through normal channels will rectify the problem.” TROUP: “I think there should be more. I think patrons should become more involved in the school board meetings and show an active interest in their schools.” School board candidates to be interviewed A formal interview with the candidates for the Wawasee Community Board of School Trustees will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening, Oct. 28, in the cafeteria annex at Wawasee High School. The interview, which is sponsored by the Wawasee Community Educators Association, is open to the public. The WCEA is inviting all educators and interested patrons to attend. The candidates will be responding to prepared questions from the WCEA candidate interview board. The questions will focus on various educational issues and concerns affecting the Wawasee Community School Corporation. Donna Yargosz, president of the WCEA, will chair the program. An informal reception for the candidates and audience will follow the program. I . * What do you think about communication between the school board and the school administration? CAREY: “This should always be an open forum, after all the main criteria of' team work is

conversation and exchange of ideas. If you do not have conversations between both, we will lack organization in education.” JORDAN: “My belief in open communication is not limited only to patrons but applies to administrators, teachers and students. The entire community has the responsibility to be involved in providing the finest educational opportunities possible. Allowing each student to become the best he or she can be,” ARNOLD: “This is the crux of the formal relationship. A board that does not work closely with all administrators is not meeting its responsibility. The superintendent is the principal voice in working with the board. However, I think a closer relationship is warranted.” BECK: “The school board and superintendent working together establishes the policies by which the schools are operated. The superintendent administers these policies and reports the effectiveness and needs for changes and improvements. Both must work together.” BLUE “Communication between the board and the administration is seldom public information, and therefore difficult to comment on. However, through my involvement in the Syracuse Advisory Committee, it became apparent that administration policy sometimes tried to take its ow’n direction. I believe this happened because board policies jyere not clearly stated, or not followed. This would certainly demonstrate a lack of communication between the administration and the board and complicate the jobs of each group. It is imperative for the board to have clearly defined policies that are adequately communicated to the administration and the corporation. It is. further, the responsibility of the board to see that the administration carries out these policies.” DEWART: “The relationship which exist between the local superintendent of schools and the school board must be founded upon a base of mutual trust and understanding if the schools are to function at peak effectiveness. Establishing the relationship between the school board and the superintendent is the board’s most important responsibility. This relationship determines whether or not the superintendent and the board can function effectively, in their mutual roles. The school board and the superintendent must have the respect of the community and the communications media.” POLLEN: “Once again. I feel this communication can be improved. We need more one-on-one communication between administrators and trustees.” TROUP: “I feel there is good communication for the most part. I would like to see it continue.” What do you think about future building plans for the school corporation? CAREY: “Our school buildings in the (3) communities are in pretty good shape with the exception of Syracuse Junior High and Elementary. Since we at this time are in the process of a feasibility study, this issue will be addressed within the next couple of months.” JORDAN: “A school building requirement study’ is now in progress. This study needs to be completed and the recommendation studied before any comment would be appropriate.” ARNOLD: “Wawasee is faced with a very serious situation with respect to the Syracuse Elementary/Junior High. Currently there are several proposals before the board on this issue, and the faster a resolve is achieved. the faster we can go about taking the needed steps to improve the facility. However, until all data is presented to the board, I cannot make an objective judgment.” BECK: “At present building seem adequate. The problem in the near future will be the remodeling of Syracuse Junior High or building a new building. A study has been started on this. This will require study as to which is best. Buildings are a constant problem and should be kept in good condition and additions made as school population and programs require.” BLUE: “Over the past 13 months I have been actively involved in the Syracuse Advisory Committee, studying renov?tion/construction plans pertaining to the Syracuse Middle School, and Syracuse Elementary. Our committee found considerable evidence and information projecting rapid growth in all three communities, thereby making the need for long range planning absolutely imperative in any building or renovation project. Our needs for classroom space, as well as our educational needs are changing and growing rapidly, and our school buildings will inevitably need to grow with these needs, so that we may continue to provide the highest quality educational experience for our children.” DEWART: “I think that every board member must always think in terms of ‘children first.’

This may require additions and improvements to present facilities or in some cases, new , facilities. Long range planning should be a 'high priority’ for every board member if we are to keep pace with the rapid pace of our society. 'lf we don’t know where we’re going, we'll probably end up some place else.' Also, under state law, local school boards have the authority to exercise judgment or discretion in determining what shall be built and where it should be located. Needs must be carefully weighed and acted upon in the best interest of all. Energy needs should always be given a high priority.” POLLEN: “Priorities for future building and/or remodeling should be set. Assessment of- - available for the project should then be made, followed by consultation with a reputable architect to determine the cost factors involved in either building or remodeling. The projected life of current buildings must be taken into consideration if extensive remodeling is being considered. Finally, community input must besought.” TROUP: "There is need for remodeling or a new building in Syracuse and Webster schools to ease overcrowding but we need to live within the reality of our debt service/our tax base and our needs for each community set forth by the patrons. ” What do you think about Prime Time? CAREY: “Since the State of Indiana is putting education high on the priority list, this method certainly strengthens our school motto, “Excellence in Education.” I think the teacher/student ratio is good, especially since the first years of a student are very important.” JORDAN: “I strongly support the ‘Prime Time’ concept of (18-20) students to teacher ratio. Also recommended thru our school advisory committee goals / for ’B6-’B7 the implementation of Prime Time’ in grade 3. Further implementation of 'Prime Time’ would be desirable but must be evaluated with our ability to pay” ARNOLD: “As a state mandate program, philosophically the concept is sound. However, how to fund the program is a negative to local administrators. I feel there should be more state funds available because of the local corporation’s inability to squeeze more out of the general fund. This is a real problem. I think the instructional staff likes Prime Time because of the reduced classroom size, and reduced numbers means more individual attention. We need to push for additional innovative programs like Prime Time if we are to raise the standard of education.” BECK: “I have talked to one teacher who thinks it is great. Teachers can get to the problems sooner — move faster — cover more material. It stands to reason that smaller classes are better for both students and teachers but as of now Prime Time has not been in practice long enough to test results.” BLUE: “As I understand Prime Time, it basically means the limiting of the teacher-to- ‘ student ratio to certain maximums prescribed by the state. Research has shown that student performance vjjries-according to the amount of individual attention received from the teacher. Thus it follows our children will greatly benefit from the Prime Time implementation, as I am certain they have already. I believe it is especially helpful to students throughout their educational experience because the early years of school are when children develop their basic attitudes toward formal schooling. If Prime Time helps to stimulate and nurture a child’s interest in education at this early age, the benefits to that child will continue to accrue throughout his or her life” " DEWART: “I feel we are putting the extra push where it belongs. If we don’t get the right start, we have very little to build upon. I feel there is a direct connection between 'Prime Time’ and the quality of life our citizens will be able to enjoy in later life.” POLLEN: “I strongly support this program. The more one-on-one teaching and student response, benefits the students and teachers as well. We are very fortunate to have this program implemented in our corporation.” TROUP: “Prime Time is very beneficial for our students but I would like to see the state allocate not only extra monies for additional teachers but also for the additional classrooms that are needed.” Additional questions will be answered in next week’s issue. School patrons are reminded the Wawasee Community Educators Association will hold a candidates night in the cafeteria annex next Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7. Candidates have been given a list of questions to respond to during the evening.