The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 46, Milford, Kosciusko County, 12 November 1986 — Page 1

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VOLUME 23

Brown president — New life for Milford EDC

I By MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer A Milford Economic Development Corporation was given new life last Wednesday, Nov. 5, with several area businesses and two social clubs meeting to revitalize the dormant organization. With a stated purpose of improving the town industrially and economically, while supporting current businesses in the area, the EDC was originally headed by Paul Reith, former manager of First National Bank. According to Bill Knowles, former EDC board member, “We were close to getting an industrial park in town” before the organization dismantled. Hoping to renew those efforts, the group chose Dan Brown, of Phend & Brown Inc., as president of the newborn corporation, while John Weiss, owner of Big Boulder Golf Course, will serve as vice president. Milford clerktreasurer Monica Bice agreed to act as secretary and treasurer.

Winchester new Milford utilities superintendent

IBv MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer New utilities superintendent Dallas Winchester Jr. was introduced at the Milford Town Board meeting Monday night at the community building, giving a monthly report of the department’s activities in his first official capacity. Winchester was named superintendent six months after William Knowles resigned to pursue private business interests. (A look at the new superintendent can be found on page 6) A special session to acquaint affected town members with how the proposed storm sewer route is progressing preceded the regular First snow of the year | Bv LINDA MUSSELMAN Staff Writer Where is my snow shovel? I’ve got to put the chains on my car! I can’t find my boots and gloves! All this excitement because the weather man said we would have two-three inches of snow yesterday (Tuesday). Where was it? In the Milford-Syracuse area there was just a few snow flurries, nothing to get excited about. Right? Well, not this time but... it won’t he long. There was not much snow but the temperatures only reached 35-37 degrees during the day although the sun did shine for a while. This morning (Wednesday) at 8:30, the temperature was 25 degrees. So, this is just the beginning of what I have come to dread more each year ... cold weather and snow. Look out Florida, here I come!

Joint Legion/VFW memorial —

Honors war dead on Veterans Day

When members of the Syracuse-Wawasee American Legion Post 223 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars ’ Post 1342 joined hands Tuesday morning to honor Veterans Day, the cold morning breeze must have reminded them of conditions in eastern France in the Argonne and Ardennes Forest during the signing of the World War I Armistice, which they were commemorating. The service, held in front of the

jtßr ■ w s * z H B- ■ DAN BROWN While Weiss stressed concern over the “polluted air. increased traffic, and rising taxes,” that inevitably come with an industrial park, Knowles noted, “This is

meeting. Greg Smith, of Bonar & Associates Inc., Fort Wayne, the firm spearheading the project, ; submitted legal descriptions of the property being affected by the plans to be submitted to town attorney William Leemon so owners can be notified. After noting that the environmental study for the project was approved by the Indiana Highway Department, town < board members signed a letter for the department of transportation, requesting a partial reimbursement for street improvements. Intermittent meetings to keep property owners updated on the project will be scheduled by the board in the future. Superintendent Gives Report Assuring those present that Winchester will “be a nice addition to the town and will do a super job,” town board president Jean Treesh asked the Wabash native to submit his first monthly report. Winchester stressed the importance of increasing the use of the street sweeper on side streets, adding that street clean-up would be finished in November. The board agreed to allocate up to S3OO for sweeper brushes, while a decision to purchase a chain link fence for the street department grounds was tabled. The new superintendent also introduced a new method of recor-

'No recount': Shando

After coming within 25 votes of replacing incumbent Carl Myrick on the Syracuse Town Board next January, Shanda Blue, a Democrat, has been faced with the decision of whether she should request a vote recount. When contacted this morning, Nov. 12, she said she has come to the conclusion that a recount would not alter the results of the election. Acts On Advice Blue had discussed the

Syracuse Public Library, featured remarks by Jerry Lowe, past commander of the Herbert Kuhn American Legion Post 253 of North Webster and past commander of the Second District of the American Legion. Lowe, whose full remarks appear on page 5 in this issue, said, “They kept faith with us... today we have the chance to keep the faith with than.** llth Hour, Uth Day, 11th Meath

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why expansion has to be geared toward government spending.” A brochure that was formulated by the first EDC group will be reviewed at the organization’s next meeting, with possible changes being acted upon. Town attorney Bill Leemon also agreed to find out if a community grant for the brochure, formerly approved, was still available. Other , sources of revenue, will also be tapped, with Brown 7 pointing out that the cost of* printing the brochures to be Approximately $2,500. Ron Bonar, of Bonar & Associates Inc. (an engineering, surveying and planning company from Fort Wayne), will also be asked to address the group’s questions about the feasibility of an industrial park in Milford at a future meeting. Other businesses and interested parties are encouraged to attend the EDC’s next meeting, scheduled for noon Wednesday, Dec. 3, at The Chateau Restaurant, Main Street. More information may be obtained by contacting Brown.

X** * * *>»*♦♦♦♦***♦♦ DALLAS WINCHESTER. JR. ding job site performances, giving the town a record of work performed, time needed, and tools used. “This will give us something to refer to if anyone has questions about the work done,” he stated. New identification tags to be worn while reading water meters will also be implemented. Noting that some work at the wastewater treatment plant had been overlooked, Winchester agreed to maintain regular checks, while the board agreed to (Continued on page 2)

possibility with Syracuse Democrat Chairman Jack Elam, and then discussed the matter with an attorney before making her final decision. She had said that she had some very real concerns about possibly questionable procedures at some precincts, but feels she would rather possibly run again in a town election without the negative effects of a recount which had not changed the outcome of her town board bid

The 1918 Armistice to end World War I — the so-called War to End All Wars — was signed in the Argonne Forest in France on the Uth hour of the llth day of the llth month of that year. This was the same time of the memorial service in Syracuse. While few appear to attend this solemn memorial, it has become a ritual that Syracuse veterans choose not to forget, keeping the faith with their comrads in arms.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12,1986

Set stage for Winter Carnival

The Syracuse-Wawasee Winter Carnival Committee met Tuesday night, Nov. 4, to work out details for the January 24 and 25, 1987, event at Syracuse’s Lakeside Park. Committee members include Bud Hursh, chairman; Larry Michael, Ed Bogart; Don Strauss; and Jeanne Gardiner. To date, the following events have been committed to by their sponsoring organizations: Ice fishing — Fish n Fun Resort Kiddie tractor pull — WHS Ag class Skating contests — Lakeland Youth Center Snow football — Lakeland Youth Center Snowmobile drags — Wawasee Kiwanis Club Poker run — Wawasee Kiwanis Kitty Kat races — Wawasee Kiwanis zi l Sledding contests — Wawasee Kiwanis, assisted by Lakeland Daycare Center Snowmobile drags — Wawasee Kiwanis Fireworks — Carnival Committee Winter Carnival Dance — En

MAD keeps chairs for community use

IBy LESLIE MILLER Staff Writer It was decided at the Saturday, Nov. 8, meeting of the Milford Area Development Council not to sell the old folding chairs to individuals in the community, but rather to have them available for total community use. By doing this, MAD feels that is better fulfilling its purpose of serving the community as a whole. MAD expects to have somewhere between 50 and 85 chairs for the community to use It will have a better estimate after inspecting the condition and taking an inventory of the chairs. MAD began its inspection on Tuesday evening, Nov. 11, in conjunction with the stenciling of the MAD insignia on the newly pur chased chairs. Treasurer’s Report In the treasurer’s report it was noted that MAD collected $468.93 in rental fees, bringing its balance up to $7,004.93. After paying the month’s bills, however, the balance fell to $5,214.30. A large portion of that total included the payment of $1,487.49 for the 100 new folding chairs. MAD is still pleased with its balance and feels that with the annual membership dues and its annual chicken barbecue, it will remain in sound financial shape. Milford Signs

Although the sign has not been completed, the next one welcom ing people into the town will be placed on the southern border of town along SR 15. The proposed sign on the town’s northern border will be put on hold until a location can be secured. Further details will be discussed after hearing a report on the situation from Betty Hall, who is on the sign committee.

Richard Taylor, commander of the Syracuse-Wawasee Post 223, was in charge of the service, and Gus Liske served as chaplain, offering a prayer to open the service. The color guard was nfade up of Auxiliary members of both local military posts. Loree Mench, who has played Taps for this memorial service for the past 18 years, was on hand to dose the service Tuesday morning.

chanted Hills Playhouse Guild Snowmobile enduro race — Wawasee Kiwanis DN ice yacht (ice boat) races — Doug Mayberry and Mike Smith (on Wawasee) Concessions — ESA Sorority Mustache and beard contest — ESA Sorority The softball tourney, Legion breakfast, taco dinner, road run, cross-country skiing, snowtilla, and torch parade coordinators have not made commitments as yet. The committee is planning to create a new’ banner to be placed across SR 13 as a promotional move. Flags with the Winter Carnival Seal logo are also being investigated. It was noted that the Winter Carnival is now a member of the Indiana State Festivals Association The festival logo will be added to promotional materials. The next Winter Carnival meeting is scheduled for Monday. Dec. 1. at 7 p.m. at the Syracuse Scout Cabin. A representative from each participating organization should plan to attend so that good communications may be established and maintained.

Maintenance Report In Ca r o'l Speicher’s maintenance report, she stated that the only building repairs tljat are in need of attention include the replacement of burnt out light bulbs and correcting a faulty lock. Aware of the urgency of the door, it was agreed to begin work on it immediately. MAD would first see if the lock mechanism could be replaced. If not. then a new lock would be installed. Christmas Plans With Christmas nearing, MAD feels it is important to have some special activity for the children in the area, such as a visit from Santa Claus. If none have been schedule through community organizations or church groups. MAD will check into the feasibility of presenting one itself. Letter From EDC Before adjourning. President Donn Kesler announced that MAD had received a letter from the newly reorganized Economic Development Council, whwgh included information about the council’s goals and an invitation to the next meeting. MAD is interested in hearing more about the group and plans to send a MAD representative to its Wednesday, Dec. 3, meeting. With no further business at hand, MAD adjourned its meeting. Saturday. Dec. 13, is the next scheduled meeting.

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Ji” JB jj H 'V j DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISITS — District Governor Bill Heinhuis visited the SyracuseWawasee Rotary Club on Tuesday to discuss the inner workings of the club and district projects. Seated on the left is Robert Westfall, president. Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club, and District Governor Heinhuis. Standing are, left to right. Robert Hampton. Al Tehan. Louis Immel. Henry Wheeian and Varner Chance. (Photo by Col. Joe Gray)

Rotary District Governor make Syracuse visitation

The District Governor of Rotary District 654 made his annual visitation to the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club on Tuesday, Nov. 11. He met with the board of directors and the chairmen of the various committees at a conference before the luncheon meeting. The inner workings of the club were discussed at this time with each committee reporting on their efforts during the past year. Governor Bill Heinhuis and his .Rotary Ann Patricia, were introduced by Robert Westfall, president of the local club. Governor Bill spoke of the many projects which are programmed for Rotary International and to those projects in force for District 654. One of the most interesting proSyrocuse Park Boord lo discuss duck feeder A special Syracuse Part Board meeting wiß be held on Monday. Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. This meeting will be held at the Syracuse Town Haß. The topic of discussion will be the feeding of the ducks residents feel it should be continued. Interest has been ex-na-nriffaif 1 m. imiftllinff > 11P0A pressea m umaiiiug « feeder at the park. A decision on this wiß be readied at this mating A| interested per.smata—

jects of which he spoke was Rotary 2005 or Rotary Plus. The original concept of Rotary is to Library board accepts plan for museum The Syracuse Public Library Board accepted, with enthusiasm. the proposal to plan for space for housing a permanent museum in the planning for expansion and renovation of the library and will gratefully accept any available funds. At the November meeting, there was also a decision to initiate a Friends of the Library Organization for the local library. This will consist of a group of volunteers to help publicize the library, book sales, and assist with library projects and activities. In other business, the board will make a final decision in December on materials and methods to preserve old pictures at the library. Also, an appraisal company will be hired to determine values to be used for insurance purposes and in case of loss. The meeting was chaired by President Billie Rigdon. Others present were Charles Koser, John Naab, Ken Robinson, and Virginia Ditmer, as well as librarians Rosalyn Jones and Bonnie Bjella. Bob Knudsen and Karen Tranter were absent.

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wipe out polio in the world as we know it by the year 2005. The Plus was added when several health organizations in the world joined in to add measles, chicken pox and other diseases to the project. This goal is the objective of every Rotary club in the world. Governor Bill also spoke of the many youth and exchange programs which are sponsored by Rotary. Another project of District 654 is to provide a fire engine to Columbia this year. Bob Westfall presented the Governor with a check in the amount of S4OO as a contribution from the local club. A, i * 4 LOREE MENCH Taps For 18 Years