The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 50, Milford, Kosciusko County, 10 December 1986 — Page 15

North Webster News BY MARY LEE WILLMAN

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Christmas at home

Some evidence of Christmas is starting to show up around this reporter’s house We decided on a small artificial Christmas tree this year. It’s the cat’s first Christmas and we thought it might be best to let him mature a bit before bringing a fresh pine tree into the house I’m sure it was the right decision. Fooler has carefully investigated every inch of the artificial tree. He tried to chew on one of the branches and got a mouth full of wire and plastic. So, he slapped the tree several times and then tried to push it off the table. You better believe all the decorations for this Christmas season will be wood, plastic or some other unbreakable material. We can't decide where to put the manger scene. Fooler is bound to be fascinated by the small figurines and the manger is large enough to be a perfect cat napping spot. Fooler has already discovered the joys of rustling wrapping paper and colorful, wiggling ribbon. He is sure we have provided it all for his entertainment and happiness. It will be a wonder if we make it though Christmas Day without the cat being gift wrapped and given to someone. Since the children are grown, we no longer hang stockings on the fireplace. Personally, I’m glad because buying “stocking stuffers” has never been a favorite pastime for this reporter. Stockings are supposed to be stuffed with feet and legs, not death-ray decoder rings and atomic nail polish that glows in the dark. The cat is about due for a new catnip mouse. We tried planting catnip in the flower bed so it

It Happened in — King Arthur's Town

SECHRIST SIXTY-Fiye Club members held their Christmas dinner party and gift exchange on December 3 at Warsaw. Laura Custer will be hostess for the January meeting. VIRGINIA OSBURN was hostess for a Christmas tea held at her home on December 10 at 1:30 p.m. Those attending were members of Esther Circle. A “CANDLELIGHT and Carols” service is scheduled for December 21 at North Webster Church of God The sanctuary

It happened . . . in North Webster

10 YEARS AGO. DEC. 8,1976 Members of the Tippecanoe Township Hobby club met November 30 in the home of Mrs. T. D. Reynolds. A Christmas dinner party was enjoyed by 18 members of Barbee Hoosier club when the ladies met December 1 in a local restaurant. Mrs. Bruce Mitchell and daughter, Jessica, North Mauzy reappointed to chair committee State Representative Thames Mauzy (R-Warsawi has been reappointed by Speaker of the House Paul Mannweiler (RIndianapolls) to chair the 105th Indiana General Assembly’s, standing committee on insurance and corporations. Mauzy, a 20-year veteran of the House, said he was pleased to learn of his assignment. “There is much that needs to be accomplished over the next two years," he said. “It is very important that we find away to bring the liability insurance problem under control Mannweiler explained he named Mauzy to the position because "Thames Mauzy has the experience and knowledge needed to deal with the complex issues related to liability insurance." The appointments to the committees were based, in part, on the legislators' preferences, their expertise and background and the structural needs of the committee The first session of the 105th General Assembly will reconvene at the State House on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Committee chairmen will schedule hearings at that time.

. . . 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.

would be available all year. That idea didn’t work out so well. When we picked that catnip and gave it to the cat, he was not the least bit interested. On the other hand, after rolling around in the flower bed he would come dancing to the back door stiff legged ■and cross eyed. It got to be embarrassing so we gave up the whole project. The family Christmas gift lists are shorter and more sensible than in former years. It’s rather nice to see your children maturing into level headed adults. Prayers do get answered. The cat is keeping us on our toes this year. It is his first holiday season and everything is new, exciting, and to be investigated. I guess one more time we can tie the Christmas tree to the wall, hide the breakable ornaments, salvage the wrapping paper and ribbon and laugh about it when we find Christmas bows in our house slippers and tree ornaments under the furniture. Hoosier Auxiliary holds party and gift exchange The Hoosier Club Auxiliary of Barbee Conservation Club met December 3 at a local restaurant for its annual Christmas dinner party and gift exchange. Edna Lawson was chairman for the event. There were 17 members present. Individual favors of multicolored candy canes and twoyear pocket calendars were at each place setting. Marjorie Penrod presented each member with a hand crocheted, multicolored dish cloth.

choir will present a musical entitled “Noel, Jesus Is Born.” JUANITA ALLEN was hostess and Dorothy Mitchell assistant hostess for the December 3 Christmas carry-in dinner and gift exchange of Tippy Lee Club. The January meeting will be held at the home of Dorothy Dye. NORTH WEBSTER Friends of the Library met December 3 at the library with Avis Miller as a guest. Betty Clark presided during the business meeting. Ruth Dunker read a prepared amend-

Webster, arrived by plane at Frankfort, Germany, on November 26. They left the states on Thanksgiving day. They were met at the Frankfort airport by PFC Bruce Mitchell and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hicks, formerly of Larwill. Margaret Frost was hostess for members of Esther circle from North Webster United Methodist church. Senior Citizens from North Webster Church of God held their Christmas party and luncheon today in the church. A Christmas program and concert will be presented December 13 at 7 pm. in the gym at North Webster school. It is being presented by students from the school’s junior high and elementary music departments. Not good MOSCOW — The economic figures published recently indicated that 18 months of effort by Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev to revitalize the economy of the Soviets so far have failed to produce the radical improvements he seeks.

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Maxine Gaston played the organ for group singing of Christmas songs and carols. Christmas games were played for Christmas tree ornaments. Mrs. Penrod was presented with a lined, covered picnic basket. Donations were made to the North Webster EMS and volunteer fire department, Black Lake Lodge Home, and the North Webster community Christmas charity. Gifts of appreciation were presented to Deloris Weyler and Mrs. Penrod. A musical chairs type of Christmas gift exchange was enjoyed. There will be no regular monthly meetings during January and February. Lady Lions enjoy party North Webster Lady Lions annual Christmas party was held December 4 at a Warsaw restaurant with 19 members present. Dottie Allen and Chuck Parker were guests Deanna Overmeyer gave the welcome. Shelly Barker led as pledge to the American flag and repeated in unison. Roll call response was “My Newjf ear’s Pledge.” Ruth Dunker asked the blessing before the meal was served. , Members were reminded of the group trip to Peddlers’ Village on December 6. Susanne Parker, chairman, announced that plans are underway to provide refreshments at the North Webster Winter Carnival in February. The date to go Christmas caroling is to be announced. Following dinner, Mrs. Dunker read a poem entitled, “The Night Before Jesus Came.” Joyce Packard introduced the guest speaker. Dottie Allen. She told how to make and market candy. A secret sister gift exchange was held with secret sister names being revealed and new names drawn. There was group singing of Christmas carols. Each person was presented with a decorated place mat and a shaker filled with colored sugar. Special gifts were presented to Hilda Stone, Mrs. Baker, Marilyn Green. Lynn Runyon, Teresa

ment to the FOL by-laws. The next meeting is scheduled for 9 am, Jan. 7, at the library. MIRIAM CIRCLE met December 8 at Wesley Hail. A salad bar was served. Lydia Circle members met December 9 and Rebekah Circle met

Warsaw business burglarized

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Richcreek, Jane Derolf, Janet Brandon, Mrs. Dunker, Mrs. Parker, and Charlotte Hubartt. Homemakers exchange gifts Pierceton Extension Homemakers met December L at the home of Helen Crouch. Alice Wilson gave readings about Thanksgiving and Christmas. Lois Harris was assistant hostess. A sit down dinner was served and Christmas gifts exchanged. Canned goods were brought for a needy family. Time was spent decorating grape vine wreaths. Chara and Gotter enjoys carry-in Ruth Mickley told about Christmas customs in old England on December 1 when Charm and Chatter Club members met at Wesley Hall. A carry-in dinner was served with Lots Blaugh and Vergie Jernigan as hostesses. Tables were decorated with Christmas cn ft items. A grab bag gift exchange of handmade items was enjoyed. It was announced that club members have donated cookies for Christmas parties at Bowen Center. Pies were also donated for the community Thanksgiving dinner at Warsaw. ■■■ ANNOUNCES ENGAGEMENT — Mr. and Mrs. Harry Heche. North Webster, announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter. Kimberly Ann. to Christopher Battery. Fort Wayne, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Battery. Fort Wayne. The wedding will take place January 24. 1987. at Parkwood Church of God. Fort Wayne.

December 10. A CHRISTMAS breakfast for women is planned for 8:30 a m. December 16 at North Webster Church of God. —OPTILL NEXT week. . .

The burglary of a near Warsaw business is the “Crime of the Week.” On the morning of December 4, a burglary was discovered at the Dalton Gang, located on US 30. east of Warsaw. Entry was made to the building through a window on the south side. Once inside, the intruders ransacked the offices and some cash was taken. Also taken were five tool boxes containing assorted mechanic s tools, including quarter-inch, half-inch, and three-eighths inch drive socket sets. These tools are valued at over SI,OOO. Persons with information regarding this burglary 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. Callers will be assigned a code number and will not be asked to reveal their names.

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BZA denies mobile home park

After the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals had denied his petition for an exception for the purpose of building a mobile home park in an agricultural district east of Warsaw, Robert K. Rawlings said he would not submit an altered petition. “I read that the Kosciusko County area needs mobile home sites,” he said. “I guess this was wrong.” He said he really felt his area was a proper location and had only started the project to help fill a housing need. The concerns expressed by several of the 20 to 25 remonstrators present centered on noise, animals, surface water, traffic volume and safety and devaluation of surrounding properties. The 14-acre tract is located on the north side of Old Road 30, west of CR 450E in Washington Township. Donna Hively, who lives across Old 30, and Jim Collier, whose property abuts Rawlings on the west, were spokesmen for most of the audience. Hively said a petition has been filed with about 175 names of area residents who are against the petition. The planned Rawlings facility was designed to hold 80 mobile homes, each on a 50 by 100 foot lot. Board members expressed concern about sewage and water facilities and surface water drainage. The petition of Bud VanScoik for an appeal for the purpose of reconstructing a non-conforming

Becker is Kiwanian speaker

Dr. Winston Becker, principal of Milford School, presented a program for the Milford Kiwanis Club Friday morning, Dec. 5. at the community building. Kirk Dewart and Harold Henry were guests for the day. Becker pointed out that the Wawasee School System started in 1962, and is run by a local school board, which serves the communities of Milford. North Webster, and Syracuse. “Every child should have an opportunity for an education. This has been the goal of our system ever since we started and its the same feeling today." Becker said. Wawasee High School has 1.006 students, 60 staff members, over 120 different courses, nine varsity North Webster Holiday programs Some of the special Christmas programs planned this year in North Webster are printed here. Information received from additional churches will be printed next week. The United Methodist Church of North Webster Christmas activities will begin on Dec. 14 with the children’s Sunday school party from 2 to 4 p.m. Following this, from 4 to 5:30 p.m, will be a carry-in dinner and the children's Christmas program at 5:30. On Christmas Eve there will be a 7 p.m. service and a candlelight service with choir at 11 p.m. The holiday season at the church will include a ‘watch night” service on New Year’s Eve. Worshipers will gather for carry-in snacks and fellowship. This will lead to the new year communion service at midnight. Church of God in North Webster will have its Christmas program on Sunday evening. Dec 14. A children’s musical, "The Greatest Gift of AH,” will be presented. This will be followed by a youth drama entitled. “Christmas.” On Sunday, Dec. 21, the sanctuary choir candlelight and carol service. “Noel. Jesus Is Born,” will begin at 6 p.m.

The Christmas program at Church of the Brethren in North Webster will begin with a play by adults called, “The First Christmas,” at 7 p.m. on Sunday. Dec. 14. This will be followed by Christmas carols sung by the children and then games and refreshments. On Sunday, Dec. 21, the young people who have been selling Christmas trees for the church, will be Christmas caroling in the community.

use in a commercial district was approved with a split vote of three to two. Steve Snyder, Syracuse attorney, represented VanScoik. who was also present. The petitioner had received a building permit and then a notice of revocation of that permit. Snyder said that statute and ordinance provide for 30 days in which a building permit can be revoked and it was not done in that time period. The fact that his client would build on an existing foundation of a burned down building between Armstrong Road and the Tippecanoe River in Oswego. Snyder Maintained, made the building permit proper and valid. The attorney presented a copy of the required site plan that Jerry Grady, board member, said had not been submitted and the split approval ensued, with a stated stipulation that an old boathouse foundation be removed. Other Cases The petition entered by James Wine for the owners of a property on the west side of an un-named public highway on the east side of Wawasee Lake was approved, it was for a variance which would permit construction of a residence addition ten feet from the water’s edge and decking zero feet from the water’s edge. Steve Mayer was granted a variance to permit construction of a 24 by 24 foot garage 10 feet from a road right-of-way. The

sports for boys and nine for girls, and about 15 extracurricular activities. Milford has about 630 students, while North Webster and Syracuse enroll about 800 each. “We have a lot of pride in our schools, you can tell by the care of the buildings,” Becker remarked, adding, “The teachers, staff, and school board can be proud of our system. Our kids, overall, test above national averages in all areas, proving that excellence is our goal. It was also announced that the club would be sponsoring a senior citizens’ carry-in dinner at the community building, 1 p.m., Sunday. Dec. 14. Kiwanians will provide meat, featuring ham and turkey, and potatoes. Bill Little will serve as host, while Harry Tallman will be in charge of the program. "All senior citizens are welcome, we plan to have a good time — who knows, Santa may even pay us a visit." noted John Replogle. Kiwanis reporter.

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property is located on the west side of a 20 foot right-of-way 495 feet south of Pickwick Road in Turkey Creek Township. Also receiving approval for a variance was Wayne M. Shive His request was for the purpose of constructing an accessory building (boathouse, storage and living quarters) 21 feet in height, two feet from a side property line, zero feet from water s edge and 2.5 feet from waters edge. The property is located on the

From the Syracuse Police log — Eggs thrown at car

The following information was obtained from the log of the Syracuse Police and Fire Departments: DECEMBER 2 6:41 am. — Report of no lights 9:47 a m. — Caller wanting information on accident 10:47 a m — Caller wanted information on shooting range 12:26 p.m. — Report of an intoxicated subject, armed, headed for Goshen 10:31 p.m. — Hospital requested the ambulance return to take lady back home DECEMBER 3 5:15 am. — Personal injury accident — CR 450E south of Bowser Road 9:01 am. — Information w anted on towing 1:11 p.m. — Cross arm broken; Huntington Street, north side of tracks 11:30 p.m. — Report of domestic problem DECEMBER 4 6:58 a m. — Dog hit, located by railroad tracks 8:35 a m. — Officer requested at a business 11:16 a m. — Theft reported; Johnson’s Bay 1:33 p.m. — Information wanted on new car 2:05 p.m. — Request to use shooting range 10:24 p.m. — Officer needed at South Huntington DECEMBER 5 9:57 am. — Information requested on car repair 12:16 p.m. — Property damage reported at Maxwelton 3:55 p.m. — Personal injury accident; Thornburgs 6:40 p.m. — Domestic problem on South Lake 7:59 p.m. — Officer wanted; Elkhart County requested Syracuse handle 9:10 p.m. — Report someone throwing eggs at woman’s car 9:20 p.m. — Street department advised they were closing Baltimore Street to pump water;

south side of George Street on the south side of Lake Wawasee in Turkey Creek Township. New Frontiers Inc. was given a variance for the purpose of a group home in an agriculture district. The approval was given with the understanding that all state approvals would be acquired and that the facility will house a maximum of 10 girls at a time. The property is located on the north side of CR 650 N, east of CR 750 W in Prairie Township.

have a pump broke down DECEMBERS 12:27 am. — Domestic problem reported in Enchanted Hills 4:40 p.m. — Warsaw Police Department called concerning a subject 5:15 p.m. — Officer needed on North Street 6 48 p.m. — Ambulance needed on Boston Street DECEMBER 7 2:35 am. — Report of car running around in complex 10:10 a m. — Officer reported stop sign down; Vega Field and Brooklyn 12:05 a m. — Lockout at ivy Hut 12:42 a m. — Information re- * quested on a vehicle towed in the county 9 p.m. — Man reported damage to his car DECEMBER 8 8:21 a m. — Hit/skip reported on South Main Street 10:56 am. — Hit/skip reported at Maxwelton last night 2:12 p.m. — Report chains are down on Medusa; B & O truck is there 2:37 p.m. — Report of vehicle passing school bus on double yellow lines 6:26 p.m. — Property damage accident reported 9:41 p.m. — Suspicious person reported; behind Scout Cabin 10;44 p.m. — Officer needed on Lake Street DECEMBERS 6:05 a.m. — Two hour delay in school, no morning kindergarten 8:06 a m. — Fire reported at Country Meadows 10:01 am. — Report of a suspicious person; description given 10:44 a m. — Report of a subject driving with illegal registration. no insurance 2:54 p.m. — Information requested concerning chains on Medusa

2:54 p.m. — Information requested concerning chains on Medusa

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