The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 45, Milford, Kosciusko County, 5 November 1986 — Page 6

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., November 5,1986

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Community Corner

Special Olympics — More than just winning

I By MARK HUFFMAN I I Staff Writer While Vince Lombardi may beg to differ if he were alive today; according to Pat Bartow, winning “isn’t” everything, rather, she would borrow from the phrase — “it’s how you play the game. ” Playing the game is what the Special Olympics is all about, according to the Syracuse resident, and while “her kids” may not always finish on top, Bartow believes they win in the end. "It teaches them to learn to work together, control their temper, and they leave with a good feeling,” she says of the competition that has taken Syracuse special education students throughout the state. Profile A teacher’s aide for Diane Elliott at Syracuse Middle School, Bartow first became familiar with the Special Olympic program 10 years ago at the urging of Elliott. I’ve taken as many as 27 kids from the area to regional competition, while we are down to seven this year.” she says, noting that four of the seven qualified for state competition last summer, which was held in South Bend after a long run in Terre Haute. Competing in track and field and swimming events, the Syracuse contingent is placed in classes according to times, according to Bartow. “It’s a unique thing because they're put into groups according to abilities rather than running against everyone Having coached swimming for the first time this year, Bartow has trouble turning down requests. "I don't know a lot about coaching swimming but they needed someone — and I'm learning,” she laughs. The ambitious Pierceton native also is a

v * A “Bowl For Kids’ Sake. " a national fund raiser for Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Kosciusko County will be held at He is A citizen is a • man who demands better roads, bigger schools, a new post-office — and lower taxes. — Lumberman. Nashville SYRACUSE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON VETERANS’ DAY Rosalyn Jones, Syracuse librarian, has stated that the library will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day.

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-Bowl for Kid's Sake-

Wawasee Bowl in Syracuse the week of November 17-23. The. adult league bowlers will be asked if they will get pledges toward their bowling score which will then sponsor a child. All moneyraised will stay within the county to be used for kids in the Milford. Syracuse, and North Webster area. Pledge sheets were passed out Monday evening and will continue until November 9. all league bowlers are asked to take pledge sheet to their place o's employment or neighborhoods asking for pledges. They will be counted the week of November 17. Top money raiser will receive a SSOO gift certificate from Destinations Travel Service in Warsaw. Runner-up prize is a new bowling

I r a rIHI ENJOYS TEACHING — A teacher's aide for Syracuse Middle School special education, Pat Bartow has spread her enthusiasm for teaching to the track field, having coached for the Special Olympics the past 10 y ears. She also took over as swimming coach of the elite group last summer. A native of Pierceton, Bartow lives in Syracuse with her husband of 25 years, Steve, and a 15-year-old daughter, Sirena.

ball and bag Men s and women's league team that raises the most money will each receive a personalized satin jacket. Those raising $250 or more will become a member of Big Brothers/Big Shoes are important If you're an avid jogger or walker, use care in selecting shoes. Be sure your shoes have a soft lining and cushioned insoles for comfort. £ Fuel and cars The Transportation Department rolled back fuel efficiency requirements for 1987 and 1988 cars in the latest in a string of actions that critics say are gutting a key energy conservation law.

Elkhart County 4-H rabbit club leader, a member of numerous other clubs, and spreads her teaching ability to the Eighth Street Mennonite Church in Goshen, where she tutors third and fourth grade students. Watches Kids ‘Flower’ A mother of three of her own children (Sirena, 15, and two others, Debbie and Tracy, who have married and left the Bartow household), Bartow enjoys spending a bulk of her time with the younger sect. “I love to see kids participate in sports — I don’t have kids in some sports but I’ll go watch anyway, just to see the others ‘flower’," she says, realizing that children are just beginning to develop self-esteem at the age level (grade school) she coaches. “Kids are very emotional and have to learn to accept things.” she says, adding of the Special Olympics. “I’ve seen kids who never thought they could accomplish anything come out of the competition with a smile — that’s rewarding.” Admitting that she has trouble keeping from becoming “personally involved" with her special education students and athletes, Bartow hopes to take courses at Goshen College “very soon" to enhance her teaching profession. In the meantime, Bartow continues to promote the Special Olympics. “If you can go to the state meet (held in July) for one hour do it ," she emphasizes. adding. “There are thousands of people there helping each other — it really floors you to see that that many care.” Support on the local level is equally encouraging, according to the 17-year Syracuse resident. “The community has always backefkus, while area clubs have helped send a lot of kids to meets. " Hoping to send at least one participant to the international swimming event next year, Bartow realizes that all of the participants are winners in the end. “Creating enthusiasm and finding one thing they can do is neat," she says, noting that the smiles that come out of it also make her a winner

Sisters Booster Club. They will also win'a satin jacket and a plaque with individual names on it that will be placed at Wawasee Bowl. Anyone who takes a pledge sheet, whether they get any

Pamela Matney is Oct. 18 bride of Robert W. Hawn

Pamela Ann Matney and Robert W Hawn exchanged wedding vows on October 18 in Cromwell United Methodist Church, Cromwell. Parents of the couple are Joseph F. and Barbara J Matney, r 4 box 371A11, Syracuse, and Arthur and Lorreta Hawn, Cromwell The bride s dress was floorlength white satin and lace The bodice was accented with satin, lace, and pearls and featured mutted sleeves The veil was waist-length and made of lace and pearls and was attached to a white pearl beaded head piece. Her bouquet consisted of white roses, baby's breath, and dusty rose colored ribbons Lisa Ritchie, Ligonier, served as matron of honor Bridesmaids were Belinda Slabach, Wawaka, and Karen Chupp, Goshen. They wore floor-length formal gowns made of satin and were dusty rose in color.

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pledges or not, will receive a towel Big Brothers/Big Sisters is a non-profit organization. Foi more information cqntact Jar Dav, 267-2256.

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SPEAKS AT CONFERENCE — Richard W. Snodgrass, vice president of the First National Bank of Warsaw, was a featured speaker at a national conference on land contract, processing in Boise, Idaho, recently. Snodgrass was selected to speak due to his success and experience in marketing land contract processing to bank customers. Snodgrass noted that First National Bank of Warsaw's land contract portfolio has increased 77 percent in the last year. While many processors of land contracts are trying to get out of the business. Snodgrass explained that First National Bank of Warsaw nearly doubled their business due to unique marketing tactics and providing excellent customer service. At the conference. Snodgrass shared the bank's creative advertising, personal selling techniques, and point of purchase display ideas with conference registrants from all over the United States. Banks enrolled at the conference included institutions 25 times the size of First National Bank of W arsaw. - The conference was sponsored by Learned-Matin, a software developer for banks. First National Bank of Warsaw was the first bank east of the Mississippi “ River to implement the Contract Collection Manager, one of a L earned -Mahn’s software systems. The Contract Collection a Manager is a microcomputer •r system which automates the acn counting and reporting functions of land contract processing.

Fred Searles. North Webster, was best man. Richard Donat, Ligonier, and Art Hoslinger, Cromwell, were groomsmen with Kent Matney, Goshen, and Richard Chupp, Cromwell, serving as ushers. The reception was held at the Cromwell Community Building immediately following the ceremony. A buffet was prepared by the groom’s mother, Loretta Hann, and Linda Werker. Serving were D’Anna Matney, sister-in-law of the bride, Susan Funkhouser, Peggy Trim, and Lelinda, sisters of the groom. Becky Doerflein, Richmond, was in charge of the guest book and gifts. The bride is a 1981 graduate of Wawasee High School. She is employed at Murray Chris-Chris Sport Decks, Goshen. The groom graduated from West Noble High School in 1978. He is employed by Marion's Sunoco in Ligonier. After a wedding trip to Petoskey, Mich., the newlyweds are residing at Shady Acres Trailer Court in Cromwell.

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CALENDAR Week Os November 5 To November 12 WEDNESDAY Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce 7:45 a.m., in South Shore Restaurant Al-Anon 9 a .m ~ in North Webster Church of God AA Xfißk 12 noon, in Syracuse Church of God j Syracuse Lions Club 6:30 p.m., in the Beacon Restaurant Al-Anon 7:30 p.m., in Sacred Heart Church, Warsaw Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m , in Wawasee Episcopal Center, All Saints Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee, one-half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road Al-Anon 7:30 p.m., in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, Syracuse Syracuse Jaycees 7:30p.m., in Lakeland Eagles Order of the Eastern Star 7:30 p.m., in Milford Masonic Lodge THURSDAY Wawasee Community Toughlove yC-J 7 p.m., in Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse. PareM support group for parents troubled by their teenagers behavior Milford Volunteer Firemen 7 p.m., in Milford Fire Station Milford First Brethren Women’s Missionary Society 7:30 p.m. Adult children of Alcoholics 7:30 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church Milford J ay cees *7:30 p.m., in CJ’s Restaurant, family room North Webster American Legion Auxiliary Bp. m., in the Legion Hall FRIDAY Milford Kiwanis 6:45 a.m., in Milford Community Building Sy racuse-Wawasee Retail Merchants Division 8 a.m., in Syracuse Town Hall Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m.,r in Wawasee Episcopal Center, All Saints Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee, one-half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis 7 a m . in Gropp’s Syracuse Milford Area Development Council, Inc. 9 a.m,, in Milford Community Building Milford Emergency Medical Service 11a m.. in Milford Community Building , Syracuse VFW Ladies Auxiliary 1 p.m. SUNDAY ■< Alcoholics Anonymous 10 a m , in North Webster Fire Station Milford Senior Citizens Carry-in Dinner 1 p.m.. in Milford Community Building , AA, Al-Anon. Aloteen 8 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis 6:45 a m.. in North Webster Church of God meeting room Milford Town Board 6:30 p in., in the town hall F.O.E. Men's Meeting. Aerie 3760 7 p.m . in Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore St, Syracuse Columbian Reading 7:30 p.m. Federated Women’s Club Ladies of the Round Table 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon 7:30p.m., in Milford United Methodist Church Milford American Legion Bp.m. TUESDAY Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary 12 noon in the Beacon Restaurant Home Arts Club 1:30 p.m. Syracuse Business and Professional Women’s Club 6:30 p.m. Wawasee School Board 7 p.m., in administration building Syracuse Park Board 7:15 p.m., in Syracuse Town Hall, open to the public Sugar N’ Spice ’Bl Club 7:30 p.m. Lakeland .Art Association 7:30 p.m , in Cardinal Center, Warsaw Milford Masons 7:30 p.m., in the Masonic Lodge Warsaw Chapter of the Compassionate Friends 7:30 p.m . in the Justice Building community room, War- . saw. A support group for bereaved parents. Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is encouraged to come. Syracuse Coin Club 1 7:30 p.m., in Lakeland Youth Center Svracuse Civil Defense 7:30 p. m., in Civil Defense Building, Dolan Drive WEDNESDAY Al-Anon 9a. m., in Nor th Webster Church of God Syracuse PTO Monthly Board Meeting 12 noon, in Syracuse Elementary LRC AA 12 noon, in Syracuse Church of God Goodwill Club 1:30 p. m., in the House of Friendship Syracuse Fire Department Fire Drill 7 p.m., fire drill at the fire station Lakeland Eagles Auxiliary Meeting Aerie 3760 7p. m., in Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore Street, Syracuse North Webster Town Board 7 p.m., in the Town Hall Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m., in Wawasee Episcopal Center, All Saints Episcopal Church, south shore of Lake Wawasee, one-half mile east of South Shore Golf Club on Vernon Road Al-Anon 7:30 p. m., in Sacred Heart Church, Warsaw Al-Anon < 7:30 p.m., in Saint Andrew’s United Methodist Church. Svracuse