The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 58, Milford, Kosciusko County, 4 February 1987 — Page 1

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OPEN HOUSE — The public is invited to the open house of the Syracuse Fire Station, Sunday, Feb. 8, from 2-4 p.m. Light refreshments will be available. The event being sponsored by the Syracuse Fire Department; Alice Johnston; Turkey Creek Township Trustee; the Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board ; and Louis Kuilema, former township trustee. Larry Hunter, fire chief, urges the public to attend the open house as the station belongs to the taxpayers and it will give them an opportunity to see where some of their tax money was spent. Firemen will be present to answer any questions the public may have on the fire fighting equipment and children will be given the opportunity to sit in the fire trucks. Applications will be available for those interested in joining the fire department and Emergency Medical Service, as volunteers are needed by both departments. Work on the new fire station began in June 1986 with completion approximately six months later. The estimated cost of the project was $130,090. The new addition added two new bay areas for fire equipment, a fire chief’s office, shower sleeping quarters, and foyer area. Included in the project was the remodeling of the dispatchers office, new roof over the building, new doors on the three bays in the old part and various other remodelingprojects. Members of the fire department volunteered their time and labor to assist in the project by making additional improvements to the interior of the building. Materials and items used for these improvements were donated by area businesses. Shown is Tom Gilbert in the remodeled dispatcher’s office.

Hope to set guidelines at today's C of C meeting

By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer >

Pat Brown of Troyer and Associates will be at the noon luncheon of the SyracuseWawasee Chamber of Commerce today (Wednesday), according to Bill Beemer, beautification chairman. The announcement was made during the monthly SyracuseWawasee Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting this morning. Beemer stated it is hoped

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DRUG AWARENESS PANEL — A panel of educators, taw enforcement officers, guidance counselors and parents who have dealt with the problem of substance abusers was present at Monday evening’s presentation of the drug awareness program for parents at Syracuse School Cafeteria. The drug awareness program is sponsored by Syracuse Police Department, and programs will be given to students February e,taudit. for parvaia and designed to give them the answers to questions their children may have after they have been given the program. Syracuse. Police Oiief Robert Ziller stated between 80-106 people attended and were supportive of

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following today’s luncheon some guidelines will be established so direction, goal and fund-raising can be started. Beemer suggested the project could be done in phases and he would like to keep the program modest. “I would like to keep with bushes, trees and signage, these are the ideas I would have in mind.*’ Jim Caskey suggested getting the committee in place and get a five-year projection as eventually funding for this type of project will be available. It was noted the committee for beautification has been established and should be getting together to set some type of direction on the program

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following today’s luncheon. Bob Westfall reported on the membership drive in which a challenge was made last month for every chamber member to bring in one new member to theluncheon. “It’s really easy, especially with the discount,” remarked Westfall. He announced he has revised the membership applications and membership forms which will be available at the luncheon and for anyone who is interested. Westfall noted three new members have joined the chamber. Beemer, sesquicentennial (Continued on page 2)

the program. John Naab, Syracuse Principal, stated he was pleased with the attendance. A donation from the Syracuse American Legion Auxiliary was received that evening to help fund the program. The evening program consisted of a movie, questions and answers, a drug and paraphernalia display, and literature. Shown in the photo looking at the drugs and paraphernalia display are: Dave Stookey, teacher; Marilynne Curtis, guidance counselor; Saady TcughLcvo rcpreseateS!--- Indiana state Trooper Tom Persanowski; Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Juvenile Officer Burdell Blackburn; Chief Zlller; and Christy Cobbum, who will'be talking to the students. (Photo by Deb Patterson) „

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Sun shines on Winter Carnival

By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer

The weather was ideal for those participating in a number of events at the Eighth Annual SyracuseWawasee Winter Carnivalwith temperatures in the 40s and the sun shining by late morning. Yet, the weather still has not cooperated for those enthusiasts of the snowmobiling events which have been postponed until February 14-15. Sledding, skiing, fishing, snowman building, a winter run, golfing, and other activities had numerous participants this past weekend. However, the one-week delay may have taken its toll as comments were heard that participation was down from last year. ° Bud Hursh, carnival chairman, reported more than 200 people were given rides on the horse drawn sleighs, which were offered at Lakeside Park from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. by Art Buchanan, Ligonier. ) Saturday Results Results of the various events on Saturday are: Snowman — Amy Francis, ..sjoup., Syracuse, was the overall winner, in the contest sponsored by the Primary Mother’s Club, Syracuse. There were 11 participants building snowmen at Lakeside Park and a wide variety of snowmen resisted. The prizes, which every participant received, were donated by First Federal Savings and Loan, Lake City Bank, and Pickwick Theater. Obstacle Course — Ryan Miles, six, Cromwell, was the winner in the junior, division of the timed obstacle race, with Larry Michael winning the adult division. Jason Shoemaker placed second and Chuck Miles, Indianapolis, third. Mustache and Beard contest — Bruce Taylor, Westfield, was the winner of the best beard and John Stetler, Dewart Lake, winner of the best mustache. This event was sponsored by ESA Sbrority. Sledding Contest The sledding contest, sponsored by the Wawasee Kiwanis and Lakeland Community Daycare, had 55 participants registered on Saturday. Cash prizes were awarded to the first three places in each age group and to the winners in the doubles contest. The winners are:

Two to four-year olds — Logan Pilcher, first; Tyson Niles, second; and Tami Pappus, third Six to seven-year olds — Josh Eby, first; Whitney Pilcher, second ; and Troy Niles, third Eight to nine-year olds — Tony Meek and Blake Pilcher, tied for z' first; Matt Marvin, second, and Jeff Jarret, third. 9 10-11-year olds — Larry Firestone, first, Katie Mahnensmith, second; and Shawn Wooten, third 12 year olds — Chris Ringler, first; Amy Dull, second; and Matt Mast, third. Doubles — Larry Firestone ana Matt Martin, first; Whitney Pilcher and Joe Long, second;, Blake Pilcher and David Long, third; and Katie Mahnensmith and Jamie Emmert, fourth. Fishing Contest Ed Bogart, Fish N Fun Resort, stated there was a good turnout in this year’s fishing contest, which was Saturday;. however, he stated 75-100 entries were lost due to the change in dates. He is hoping to get entries from several hundred people in future tournaments. Dan Taylor, Ligonier, won the largest fish competition with a 36%-inch northern pike Alex Puntus, Syracuse, was second with a 36-inch northern pike. These men also won in the northern pike division. Other winners are: Large mouth bass — Brian Hensley, Elkhart, 21% inches, first; and Don Berkey, Goshen, 20 inches, second. Perch — James Johnson, Milford, 13% inches, first; Jay Brower, Syracuse, 11% inches, second. Small mouth bass — Harry Beard, no town given, 13% inch, first. Blue gill — Calvin Yoder, Millersburg, 9% inch, first; Bill Ceisik, Ligonier, 9% inch, second. Crappie — Wally Feshchenko, Syracuse, 13%, first; and Greg Ummel, Cromwell, 12% inch, second Road Race The Todd Realty Winter Run, Saturday, attracted 52 runners to participate in the 5K (3.1 miles) road race. Tony Clouse, race director, stated the race could be a “super event” next year with the cooperation from ’the Wawasee running community. Bryan Sponseller, Warsaw, was the men’s overall winner crossing the finish line in 17:05. Paulette Van Antwerp, Goshen, was the overall women’s winner with a time of 23:28. Winners by age group in the women’s division are: 14 and under — Sarah White, Bristol, first 20-29 — Lari Steele, Elkhart, first 30-39 — Liz Herman, Elkhart, first; Clare Baumgardt, Syracuse, second; and Dawn White, Bristol, third 40 and over — Patty Dervin, Goshen, first; Gigi Connen, Elkhart, second; and Anna Hooley, Elkhart, third. Winners by age group in the men’s division are: 14 and under — Scott Wheat, Syracuse, first; and Justin Daugherty, Syracuse, second 15-19 — Matt Jones, LaGrange, first; Joe Knowles, Snipshewana, second; and Chris Hostetler, Goshen, third 20-29 — Terry Armstrong, Warsaw, first; Mark Ferguson, Elkhart, second; and Don Berry, Mishawaka, third 30-39 — Paul Sibray, Silver Lake, frnst; Marlin Howe, Niles, Mich.,wbeqnd; Hu Pearson, Albion, third 40-49 — Dennis Hooley, Elkhart, first; Paul Hasse, Syracuse, second; and Joe Dervin, Goshen, third 50 and over — Larry Watson, Elkhart, first; Gene Gran, Columbia City, second; and Manuel Torres, Mishawaka, third. The race committee was assisted by the Syracuse Police Department, Indiana State Police and Wawasee Kiwanis. Pedal Power Wawasee Future Farmers of America sponsored the annual

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ONE TEAM’S SNOWMAN — Even though these three didn’t win the grand prize in the Primary Mothers Club Snowman contest Saturday at the annual Winter Carnival, they proudly displayed their masterpiece. There were 12 participants who grouped together to build eight snowmen, with all receiving prizes. ' Shown in the photo is Troy Niles, Matt Mast and Chet Myers.

Kiddy Pedal Pull on Saturday. Randy Warren, FFA advisor, commented that attendance was down from years past, but attributed the low attendance to other commitments by possible participants. Bill Copp of the National Pedal Tractor Pullers Association was the official judge and Tim Troup, FFA member, was chairman of this year’s events. A 40 feet track was used and by the end of competition the nine to 10-year olds were pulling approximately 425 pounds. Winners by age group are: Five to six-year olds — Westin Rink, first; Brian Warren, second; and Derek Stump, third Seven to eight-year olds — Aaron Rink, first; Korey Greene, second; and Philip Kuhn, third Nine to 10-year olds — Michelle Bates, first; Lee Massey, second; and Casey Stump, third. Poker Run The annual Wawasee Kiwanis Poker Run, which is normally with snowmobiles, was a little bit different this year as participants could run, use their cars or snowmobiles to get to the designated places before the 5 p.m. deadline Saturday. The winners are as follows: Denny Overholser, Goshen, first; Bob Rogers, Elkhart, second; Bruce Taylor, Westfield, third; Cindy Taylor, Westfield, fourth; Mike Rogers, Warsaw, fifth; and Chuck Miles, Indianapolis, sixth. Sunday Events The Maxwelton Three-Hole Winter Open, had the following winners: Larry Dull took first place and Bruce McClure took second in the men’s division. Beckie Welty, was first, and Leilani Nemeth, second, in the women’s division. There were 17 participants according to Bob Carlson, golf pro. The Maxwelton cross-country experience, had a turnout of approximately 24 persons according to Rob Gaston, coordinator. There were 12 persons participating in the two-mile tour; however, no names of the winners were available. Winners in the 10K Fastour were: Jeff Strombeck, Syracuse, first; Lisa Fidler, North Webster, second: and Resia Rinker, third. The winner* were given accomplishment awards provided by Tradewinds.

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LARRY MICHAEL HAS NO PROBLEM ON OBSTACLE COURSE.

Freezing rain forces area schools to close

The Lakeland area has had a mixed bag of weather the past week. Thursday freezing rain caused area schools to close at 1 p.m. By late afternoon, the rain had stopped. Traveling home from worit was very slow even though the ice had started to melt. Road crews were out spreading sand at intersections. Those walking in town found it difficult to keep from falling. The temperature stayed at or above freezing during the evening. Friday, schools were back in session with temperatures in the mid 30s. Friday afternoon the wind started blowing, making visibility bad. Roads were once again starting to drift. Saturday the temperature was in the high 30s and on Sunday it reached in the low 40s. Monday morning, heavy fog was in the area causing Wawasee schools to be delayed two hours. Ute temperature at noon was 94 degrees with light fbg still in the outlying areas. On Monday, that furry little

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creature, the groundhog, came out of his burrow to see if he could see his shadow indicating whether we would have six more weeks of winter. However, because of the heavy fog in the area, there was no shadow. So, does that mean we will have six more weeks of winter or will we have an early spring? Stay tuned ... in six weeks we’ll let you know. Lions dubs to sponsor chili supper On Friday, Feb. 13, from 4:30-7 p.m., the Milford, North Webster and Syracuse Lions clubs are sponsoring a chili supper to be held prior to the WawaseeNorth Wood basketball game. The supper will be held in the Wawasee High School cafeteria. AU proceeds wiU be donated to the Skills For Adolescence Pro- —... 1— 4.1.- W--—--- - « . aas umv rr n irms u> ww——ty Junior High schools.

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