The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 7, Milford, Kosciusko County, 1 April 1987 — Page 11

It Happened in — King Arthur's Town

■ ..>■ ' ** wM OLD LOG CABIN — Frank Kruger is shown holding an old hay cradle in front of a log cabin at Spear Lake. Log cabins were often made from oak trees. In many instances, it took several strong men to get each log in place. (Photo provided by Loren Kruger)

Log house belonged to Strombeck family

The reconstructed pioneer village of Clarksville, located south of North Webster, contains old log houses and the Warner subscription school building. Before the houses were removed from their original locations, each log was marked and numbered. The house were then carefully rebuilt at Clarksville. »e»quicentennial 1837-1987 One of the two-story houses, now at Clarksville, belonged to Luther Strombeck. In 1896, it was purchased from Strombeck by William and Dessie Fidler. The house is made of oak trees. Some of the logs are 28 feet long and 14 inches in diameter. The logs were made smooth on two sides and notched at the ends to lock in place over each other. It took several strong men to set each log in place. The logs were not drilled or pegged; their great weight held them in place. The top story of the house was braced with a ridge beam and was pegged. The rafters were cut at a sawmill and fastened to the top beam with long-cut nails. At least four generations of the Fidler family are known to have occupied the house. At one time, the property was owned by John Weaver (sometimes pronounced Weber). Weaver was Germanborn and could only read and write in his native language. A German newspaper, dated 1866, was found in the plastered walls on the second floor of the old house. Weaver -owned the land where Clarksville is now located and also, much of the surrounding territory. The following are excerpts from the diary of Jasper Angel, written in 1889: April 8 — Attended election. I was elected Township Trustee. Majority 25. A great deal of strife in the party kept quite a number of Republicans away from the polls. Stayed in Webster until the votes were counted. Helped treat to the candy. Got home at midnight. Weather fine. April 10 — Chored around. Put up posts for grape trellis. Open turnip and potato hole. Took two bushels of potatoes to Mr. Wood. Also some cabbages. Esther Miller and Boy Willie came up from Nappanee. Blustety day. April 12 — Went to Burketts to meet J. Mock on land dikker. Beautiful day! April 13 — Mrs. Miller and my wife left for Burketts at 10 a.m. Contracted for the Millers’ share of the S place. Consideration SBOO. Prentiss plowed for me. I repaired fence on S place. Weather delightful. April 20 — Prentiss and I built fence. Attended a caucus at Webster. Party strife is diminishing, but much talk about anti-trust laws and about Harrison, McKinley, free trade and the price of silver. Weather quite cool. April 22 — Went to Warsaw. Paid tax. Borrowed money for land purchase. Got home at 11 a.m. Weather very fine. April 29 — Went, to Webster

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with Esther and Jake Miller. They made a deed to me for their share of the Swihart place. Consideration SBOO. Home at 1 p.m. and planted 250 raspberry sets. Went to Stockers for 75 Wilson black raspberry sets. Good spring weather. April 30 — Went to Webster and served on the election board. Plowed for Pa. Heard first Whippoorwill! Threat of rain in evening. Quilt club plans bazaar ‘ . 4.W-. - Rita Slankard, chairman, presided during the March 23 meeting of Lakeland Quilt Club which was held in the home of Miriam Mason. Jessie Wainscott called the roll. Letters were read from Elinor Bates who is vacationing in Texas and Wilma Plotner who is vacationing in Florida. An invitation was read from the Topeka Quilt Club, asking the Lakeland club to participate in the Topeka Quilt Show, scheduled for July 29 through August 1. Plans were made for a bazaar to be held August 8 at Barbee Conservation Club building during Barbee Days. Ruth Dunker distributed club year books. A trip is planned for April 13 to tour craft and quilt shops in Elkhart and South Bend. Mrs. Slankard taught a lesson on how tdriffake “city scene” tote bags. Kathleen Naegely showed a small, quilted heart wall hanging. Mrs. Slankard displayed a teddy bear made out of velvet. A sack lunch was enjoyed at noon. Mrs. Mason served cake and gelatin salad as dessert. McFaddens welcome arrival of a son Rev. and Mrs. Dean McFadden are the parents of a son, born December 19, 1986. Little Nathan Dean arrived in the home of his adoptive parents on February 5. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Allen McFadden, Crestview, Fla. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Allen King, Pierceton. Mary Krider, Columbia City, is maternal greatgrandmother. Rev. McFadden has been pastor of North Webster Bible Christian Church for the past six years and was librarian at North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Public Library. As of April 1, the McFaddens are moving to Logansport where he will serve as pastor at Grace Bible Fellowship Church. Andrews have new baby daughter Mr. and Mrs. Stacy Andrews, Sebring, Fla., are the parents of their first child, a daughter, born February 25. Mrs. Andrews is the foipter Deanne Ritenour of Barbee Lake. Kristen Lee tipped the scales at seven pounds, seven and one-half ounces. Her maternal grandparents are Rev. and Mrs. Dwight Ritenour, Sebring, Fla., formerly of Barbee Lake.

Slaymaker holds county office for homemakers Doris Ann Slaymaker was hostess for the March 25 meeting of Rural Neighbors Club. Gail Biltz read the “Prayer of St. Francis.” It was announced Mrs. Slaymaker is tb be the new president of the County Homemakers Association. Lessons were given by Mrs. Slaymaker, “Aroma Therapy” and Eunice Knotts, “One Day Vacations.” Minutes of the last meeting were rga,d by Julia Frush. Anna Stump gave the treasurer’s report. Reports were given by Amy Stump, health and safety, “Safety Tips for the Elderly;” and Alice Maertz, citizenship, on proper placement of the United States flag in churches. Mrs. Biltz read the county homemakers’ constitution, and Mrs. Slaymaker told about the herb, thyme. • ... It was reported a homemaker’s award will be given this year in place of the ‘ ‘Jane Award. ’ ’ Amy Stump will be hostess for the April meeting. A guest speaker will be present to give a program about evaluating antiques. Mrs. Biltz received the door prize. Mrs. Slaymaker served refreshments of fresh, homemade bread and strawberry jam. Esther Rider hosts meeting Backwater Friends Club met March 18 in the home of Esther Rider. Gloria Miller, assistant hostess, read a poem about aging. Group singing was led by Carol Rhoades. There were 23 persons in attendance. ■Nina Sutton demonstrated exercises which are good for the heart. Marjorie Karst gave the gardening report. She suggested setting lawn mower blades low the first time grass is cut in the spring. Marlene Charlton presented the health and safety report. She conducted a quiz about cancer and read the seven danger signs for cancer. The citizenship lesson was given by Dorothy Streby. She read a history of St. Patrick’s Day and noted the shamrock represents the trinity. Bonita Geiger reminded members of the Kenny Rogers Concert in Fort Wayne. She also read an article about James W. Riley. A silent auction of baked goods was enjoyed. It was announced the club anniversary party will be held in April in Nappanee. Members of the planning committee are Norma Roose, chairman ; Jean Johnson and Lois Lundy. A special program entitled . “Wander Indiana” is planned for May. Finalize plans for style show Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority met March 24 in the home of Karen Parr. A carryin dinner was served. Paige Story and Sue Wamsley a talent skit. A program was given by Linda Hoy. She demonstrated new items in "the cosmetics industry. A business meeting is scheduled for April 14 in the home of Deb Jaress. Plans will be finalized for the April 21 style show and salad bar. All proceeds from Psi lota Xi fund raisers go to charity or philanthropic projects. Club plans for birthday supper Hi Neighbors Club members met March 26 at the home of Alice Long. Evelyn Bowser served as assistant hostess. Mary Mock gave the meditation. She read an article entitled “My Most Embarrassing Moment” She also read several other short articles. Plans were made for a birthday supper to be held April 23 in Warsaw. Glendora Howard and Rosemary Sellers are cochairmen for the event.

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Cub Scouts hold cake auction North Webster Cub Scouts’ annual cake auction was held March 19 in Webster School cafeteria. Judges for the auction were members of the North Webster Lions Club, sponsors of the Scout Troop. The judges were Phil Payne, Don Mort and Glen Stone. There were 42 cakes offered for auction and 45 bidders. Cake decoration awards were

It Happened In — King Arthur's Town

HAPPY APRIL birthday to: Glenn Whitehead, 1; Kim Buhrt, Hiram Ferverda, Diana Brown and Thaddeus Dußois, 2; Darrell Wright, Darlene Wright and Danielle Wright, Mike Zurcher, Ralph Kiser and Madonna Peters, 3; Ed Clayton, Junior Keppen, Jennifer Boyer and Salty Nalongsakda, 5; Elizabeth Leach and Janell Salisbury, 6; Molly Richards, 7; June Miller, 8; Jeanette Bockman and Erma Beezley, 9; Roy Caywood and Anna Heche, 10; Wilma Conner, 11; Julie Deßois, 12; Brian Likens, Worley Shawver and Robbie featon, 13; Nick Maurer and Travis Reiff, 14; Kathy Beer, Don Watson and Dudley Waites, "‘ls; Harry E. Heche 111, 16; Tim Butt, Donna Rich, Betty Greider and Rachel Waites, 18; Doug Bowser, Sr. and Gary Culver, 19; Eva Mabie and David Bowerman, 20; Eldonna Warren, 21; Evelyn Bowser, 22; Monaca Gray and Harold Mickley, 23; Jan Lundy, 24; Mary Jo Barton, 28; Nathan Scherer, Rhonda Hartup and Kathy Bodkin, 29; and Sid Markley and Lee Jordan, 30. —O'PALM SUNDAY community services will be held April 12, at 6 p;m., at the North Webster Church of God. Good Friday community services will be held at 12 noon, April 17, at the North Webster Church of the Brethren. —o— LAKELAND WOMEN S C lub will meet April 9 in the home of Lee Jordan. Bichard Long, principal of North Webster School, will be guest speaker. Guests and prospective members are always welcome. For further information, call 834-4987 or the Greater Warsaw Area Chamber of Commerce. —o— AN EASTER musical presentation entitled "Then Came the Morning" will be presented by the sanctuary choir at 6 p.m.. April 12, at the North Webster Church of God. — o A SESQUICENTENNIAL time capsule is being put together by the North Webster Lady Lions. Anyone who has an item of interest he or she would like to have placed in the time capsule, should call Mrs. Calvin Packard or Mrs. Herbert Dunker. —o— HISTORICAL MAPS of the lakes area and Tippecanoe Township are available at North Webster Library. —o—i YOUTH retreat for junior and senior high youth from North Webster Church of God is planned for April 17 and 18 at Camp Crosley. —o— VACATION CHURCH School is being planned for June 1 through June 8 at the North Webster United Methodist church. —o— MARIE HURSEY entertained North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters recently in her home. Corinne Staples read minutes of the last meeting and gave the treasurer’s report. Euchre was played. ‘Catherine Bause received the door prize. Religious book marks were presented to each member in attendance by the hostess. Mrs. Hursey served barbecue sandwiches and gelatin salad following the business session. —o— APRIL 21 is the date selected by Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority for its style show and salad bar to be presented at Camelot Hall. Entertainment will be provided by BYT’s Body

to Jonathan Kern, largest; Patrick O’Neal, smallest; John Merchant, tallest; Ryan Merchant, longest; Raymond Sherwood, best Cub Scout theme; Daniel Allen, most unusual; and Justin Armey, cake that brought most at auction. The Scouts will be participating Anyone wanting to help or be a sponsor, may call 834-7171, after 5 p.m., for further information. - A, in a bowl-a-thon the last of April and will be asking for sponsors.

Works, high-energy aerobics. All proceeds will go to charity or philanthropic projects. BETTER BE on your toes today. It’s April 1 and that means April Fool’s Day. This reporter isn’t taking her eyes off the cat. —o'— TILL NEXT week. ... SSO gift to Syracuse EMS United Telephone Os Indiana’s community relations team in the Nappanee district recently presented SSO to the Syracuse Emergency Medical Services. Phyllis Kuhn, Syracuse Emergency Medical Technician, volunteered her services, during blood pressure screening month in February, to do blood pressure checks at United of Indiana's Syracuse office. In honor of Mrs. Kuhn volunteering her time for the health of United Telephone’s Syracuse employees, the Nappanee area community relations team, donated the money to the Syracuse EMS. Imagination A rainy-day house will keep a small child happy for hours. Simply drape an old blanket or bedspread over a table and a couple of chairs and leave the rest to the child's imagination.

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It happened . . . North Webster

10 YEARS AGO, MARCH 30,1977 A total of $652 was raised at a fund raising auction held last week end by the CB Club, North Webster in the North Webster gymnasium. The money is to be used for equipment for the North Webster EJJS and fire department. Half of the money will be used to purchase a walkie-talkie base for the EMS. The other half will help buy backpacks and oxygen masks for tne"fire department. Kim Wagoner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Wagoner, North Webster, has been chosen Girls’ Stater for the Herbert Kuhn Post 252, North Webster. She is a junior at Wawasee High School. Chosen as Girls’ Stater alternate is Janet Rhodes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Rhodes, r 1 Pierceton. She is also a junior at Wawasee High School. Mrs. David Stookey, was hostess for the recent meeting of Efficient Homemakers Home Extension Club. Pauline White assisted the hostess Evelyn Bowser discussed garden remarks. Her topic was “African Violet.” North Webster Junior Girl Scouts recently finished making favors for hospital trays. The tray favors featured a white cross and followed an Easter season theme. 20 YEARS AGO, MARCH 29,1967 The March meeting of the Chain-O-Lakes 4-H club was held at the home of Steve Johnson. Gary Brown, president opened the meeting in the usual manner with flag pledges led by Debbie Stutzman and Dale Mabie. Devotions were given by Jim Krasnansky. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dye, Bob, Susie and Nancy, Mrs. Bernice Watkins and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dye pf Leesburg, Mr. and Mrs. David Clayton and family, and Misses Betty and Sally Clayton were Easter Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Clayton of North Webster. 30 YEARS AGO, MARCH 28, 1957 Mrs. Edith Shoemaker was one of the ladies from this area to attend a "hostess" dinner Monday night at Fort Wayne, sponsored by the Stanley Products Co. Mrs. Jack Wood and daughter. Lynn, and Mrs. Jennie Strieby. made a trip to Napoleon. Ohio.

Wed., April 1,1987 — THE MAIL-JOURNAL

Tuesday to visit Mrs. Strieby’s daughter, Mrs. Audrey Harmon and family. Harry Lewallen, Warsaw and Quill Lewallen called on Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lewallen Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stallings, of Stager, Illinois visited Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wood Thursday. Mrs. Stallings is a sister to Mrs. Wood. Mrs. Hannah Payne, Betty Weimer, Dolores Epsteen, Violet Scott, and Marjorie Payne were luncheon guests of the Nochern Trust Company of Chicago where they had gone Wednesday to make a tour of various departments in the company. Plans for graduation exercises of pupils (in the North Webster Kindergarten have been announced forThursday 16 May at 7:30 p.m. in the Methodist

$2,000 damages in accident

A two-vehicle collision at SR 15 and Section St., Milford, last Thursday at 9:58 a.m. resulted in $2,000 damage. James D. Scott, 24, 301 E. Delaware St., Decatur, Mich., was traveling north on SR 15 driving a 1984 Dodge Ram van registered to Mike R. Finnigan, 540 Faye Dr., Osceola, when he was struck by a 1971 Oldsmobile driven by Robin K. Smith, 27, r 1 box 2248, Milford. She was westbound on Section St., and stated she wasn’t paying attention and just pulled out in front of the Scott vehicle. Damage to Scott’s van was

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Church. The public is invited. Mrs. Paul Baugher was hostess to the North Webster Efficient Homemakers Thursday night. "My Most Embarrassing Mo ment” was the them of roll call and members were highly entertained by some of the responses. Mrs. Charles Long presented meditations. The Women’s work Club of the North Webster Church of the Brethren rolled bandages and made comforters for Missions Tirtsday night in the church basemeht. Mrs. Joe Shock was in charge of the business meeting, during which time plans were discussed for a Mother and Daughter Banquet in the near future. Mrs. Joe Morehead and Mrs. Gus Pierson served refreshments.

listed at $1,500 and Smith’s car received SSOO. Milford Deputy Marshal Aaron Rovenstine investigated. Explosive device placed in mailbox Up to S4O in damages were caused to a Syracuse resident's mailbox and stand after it was destroyed by an explosive devise. Tony Gamiere, r 1 box, 26, discovered the damaged box at 10:05 p.m. Saturday, March 28, after hearing a loud explosion. No suspects have been identified by Syracuse Police.

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