The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 29 April 1987 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed?, April 29,1987

North Webster News

Mock family settles in Tippy Township

In 1815, John Mack (Mock) moved from Bedford County, Pa., to Tuscarawas County, Ohio, where he operated the first sawmill. He also built furniture. In 1847, he settled in Tippecanoe Township. »esquicentennial 1837'1987 John was the son of Hans George and Sophia Mack. Hans George was born in Germany and came to American in 1752 at the age of 17. He crossed the Atlantic on the ship “Bawley” out of Rotterdam, Holland, and' settled in Lancaster County, Pa. Records show that he served with the Seventh Pennsylvania Regiment during the American Revolution and received his discharge on March 17,1777. John Mock was the father of 10 children: John, Jacob, George, David, Susan (Kuhn), Barbara (Garber), Julia (Durham). Nancy (Tomer), Catherine (Eashbaugh) and Sarah

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(Bender). The Mocks were close friends with the local Indians. Like most early settlers, the Mocks were faced with hardship, privation and illness. The family history records epidemics that left very few family members well enough to care for the ill and bury the dead. Another story recorded in the Mock history tells about an early settler chasing a newcomer during an argument over property rights. The newcomer took refuge in the cabin of a man named Warner. The man was granted complete protection by Warner who stood at the door holding an ax which he proceeded to use on the head of the furious pursuer. « John Kuhn (1802-1860) was born in Germany. His mother was French. He married Susan Mock (1809-1906) when she was only 14 years old. In 1848. John walked to Tippecanoe Township from Tuscarawas County, Ohio. He purchased 43 acres that are now part of the present day Hiram Ferverda farm. In 1849, John moved his family by canal boat as far as Fort Wayne. The rest of the trip was

made by a team of oxen. John and Susan were the parents of 14 children: Jacob, John, David, Polly, Issaac, Phillip, a daughter who died an infant, George, Daifiel, Susan, Julia Ann, Elizabeth, Josiah and Isaiah. During the Civil War, three of John’s sons joined the Union Army. Herbert Kuhn, John’s greatgrandson, was a World War I hero. The North Webster American Legion Post is named in his honor. Herbert was killed in a train accident while still in France. After the Kuhn family was settled in Tippecanoe Township, John walked back to Ohio where he continued working as a coal miner. He made the trip several times before becoming a permanent resident of North Webster. The male descendants of John and Susan Kuhn had occupations ranging from farmer, blacksmith, merchant, preacher, banker, doctor, politician, educator, guide, and trapper. (Portions of the information for this article are from Kip Sullivan's history book of North Webster).

» .. ''‘<■ - A ' ; ; S A- J| < < , - IB ■"<■ - ,v' A FAMILV OUTING — This picture, dated October 23,1920, shows a family outing on the east side of Webster Lake. Note the fish the little boy is holding. Also notice how far the lake is out past the end of the pier. (Photo provided by Loren Kruger) i I t|K np" J Ax-..* flflfl OLD WARNER HOUSE — This is the old Warner house which was located on the present day site of Thornburgs Drug Store. Does anyone recognize the lovely ladies Standing out in front? (Photo provided by Martha Bocknpan) _ _ ——- -- /nW. - - 1 HMK 3F RBI ) '■ 1 —- -1 WWML* fT* 9 BUTCHER SHOP — Grady J'arpenter is shown standing in front of his butcher shop located on the west side of Main Street, north of the stoplight, at North Webster. The butcher shop had a sawdust floor and hamburgers were sold for five cents each. (Photo provided by Martha Bockman)

Homemakers anniversary dinner held Efficient Homemakers anniversary dinner party was held April 23 at Warsaw with 15 members and three guests present. The guests were Sandy White, Paula Markley and Sue Mendenhall. Jill Shock, president, conducted a short business session. Members voted for Homemaker of the Year candidates. Plans were announced for upcoming trips and Spring Achievement Night. Mrs. Markley read a humorous article about eating. A written word game was enjoyed. Pauline White and Betty Ganger gave a humorous skit. They used photo albums for props as they discussed club members. Another game was played using telephone numbers. VasF§“ filled with fresh cut flowers were presented to Myrtle Likens, Norma Sliger, and Vera Zurcher. Lois Royer will be hostess for the May meeting.

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Backwater v Friends hold dinner Backwater Friends Club met recently at Nappanee for its anniversary dinner party. Members of the planning committee were Norma Roose, Lois Lundy, and Jean Johnson. There were 21 members and eight guests present. A program of music and group singing of nostalgic songs was enjoyed with Mrs. Roose at the piano keyboard. Nancy Corbin reported on upcoming county trips. Gloria Miller will be hostess for the May meeting. Legion Auxiliary welcomes two new members North Webster American Legion Auxiliary 253 met April 21 at the Legion Hall.

Janet Kiser, Chaplain, gave the opening prayer. Sue Heath, president, led as pledge to the American flag and preamble to the auxiliary constitution was repeated in unison. Donna Hall gave the treasurer’s report. Mrs. Kiser reported on merits won by the auxiliary unit during the pqgt year. Billie Schuman announced that the auxiliary now has 336 members. The grbup voted to make a donation to Special Olympics and the Just Say No Club. It was -decided that proceeds from the current money making project will go into the Knightstown scholarship fund It was also decided to support Alice Galka, Gary, as candidate for National Auxiliary president in 1988. Shirley Phend and Deborah Dull were welcomed as new members. Plans were made to host the Second District Legion meeting on April 16. Members of the luncheon committee for the district meeting are Mrs. Heath, Julie Rogers, Mrs. Schuman and Carolyn Knight. A mother banquet is planned for May 12 at the Legion Hall. Members of the Mermaid Festival and sesquicentennial money making projects are: Robin Jones, Tonja Hoile, and Charlie Brown. Betty Busch and Millicent Campbell are cochairmen for the July fundraiser. Heather Hoile, an auxiliary junior member, and her mother, Cindy Hoile, gave a talk about the Just Say No clubs. Sorority holds fashion show and salad bar Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi fashion show and salad bar was held April 21 at Camelot Hall. Tables were covered with red and white checkered table cloths. Potted geraniums Were used as center pieces. Back drop setting for the fashion models featured a hall tree, old-fashioned swim suit, an assortment of hats,

It Happened in —. King Arthur's Town

NATHAN AND Ann Smith, former missionaries to Japan, will be guest speakers at all three worship services on May 3 at North Webster Church of God. ’ —o— SEVERAL CONTESTS are bering sponsored in connection with the North Webster Sesquicentennial celebration. On June 23 at 7 p.m., judging will take place at the festival grounds. The categories are: Best looking male beard, shaggiest looking beard, longest handlebar

Lt happened . . . North Webster

10 YEARS AGO, APRIL 20, 1977 The Yellow Banks Hotel, on Webster Lake, has been sold to Mr. and Mrs. Domonic Novelli of Chicago. Doug Allen, Lucas Realtors North Webster Branch office manager and broker announced the sale of the hotel. A grancjopening of the hotel, to be calledNovellis' Resort Hotel and Lounge, ik planned for May 1. The restaurant wiJL-feature Italian dishes, ancTentertainment is also planned. Mrs. Jerry Badskey was hostess for the April 14 meeting of Mary Circle. The ladies met at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Room at North Webster United Methodist Church. New members recently received into membership at North Webster United Methodist Church are David Boesenberg, Larry Keim, Mrs. Hazen Sparks, Helen Anderson. Mr. and MrS. Ed Ensfield and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Foland. 10 YEARS AGO, APRIL 27, 1977 The local WCTU spring institute was held at the North Webster Church of the Brethren. The members of the Ann Bowers Chapter WCTU of North Webster were hosts for the event. Thelma McCorkle was hostess for the April meeting of North Webster Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters. A “Day Apart” for United Methodist Women was announced with Susan Rouch as guest speaker. The meeting was to be held at Oakwood Park, Syracuse. ' Mrs. Don Richards was hostess for a meeting of Barbee Busy Bee’s Extension Homemakers Club. Miss Karleen Richards assisted the hostess. 20 YEARS AGO, APRIL 19, 1967 The April meeting of the Chain O’ Lakes 4-H club was held in the home of Gary and Susan Brown. Marilynn Reiff president, opened the meeting in the usdal form .with flag pledges led -by Steve Coverstone and Bill Fawley. Devotions were given by Bob Cos-

plants and wicker chairs. Diana Walker was chairman for the fashion show. She also served as master of ceremonies and chairman of the music committee. Other committee rriembers were: Betty Richcreek, Linda Doll, and Marian Breyer, tickets and fund-raising; Karen Parr, Page Story, and Linda Doll, publicity; Sally Doll, Norma Eisaman, Cyndi Heckaman, Jah Mary Waltz, Jeannie *Ross, and Kathy White, salad bar; Stephanie Esenwein, Mrs. Richcreek, Deb Jarres, Kathy Gilmore, and Sue Wamsley, setup and decorations. Mrs. Esenwein also served as coordinator for the fashion models. The models were: Mrs. walker, Mrs. Brindle, Mrs. Eisaman, Sally Doll, Mrs. Waltz, Mrs. Jarres, Mrs. Breyer, Mrs. Ross, Angie Richcreek, Judy Parsons, Mrs. Parr, Suzanne Parr, Amy Parr, Mrs. Gilmore, Jenni Gilmore, Kristy Gilmore, Mrs. White, Nancy Vanator, and Beckie Rhoades. Following the fashion show, entertainment was presented by BYT’s Body Works, high energy aerobics from Syracuse. All proceeds from the event will go to charity or philanthropic projects. Lady Lions color eggs North Webster Lady Lions met recently at North Webster United Methodist Church. Pledge to the American flag was led by Joyce Packard. Ruth Dunker, chaplain, read a short story entitled “His Mysterious Ways” and a poem, “We Thank xou God.” Katie Barrett was a guest. Roll call response was “How I’m spending Easter Sunday.” Reports were given updating information about the Mermaid Festival Cutie Parade and contest and the sesquicentennial time capsule project. Rain date for the Cutie Parade is June 26. Deanna Overmeyer, president, recognized Joyce Phaneuf for almost perfect attendance at Lady Lions meetings. Charlotte

mustache, oldest male beard contestant, youngest male beard contestant, best dressed female contestant of that era and best dressed family contestant of that era. Contest entry forms are available from local barber shops, beauty shops and drug stores. —o— ITEMS ARE wanted for the sesquicentennjal time capsule being sponsored/oy North Webster Lady Lions. Call Mrs. Calvin Packard for further information.

Mrs. Frank Green entertained the Past Chiefs club at her home last Wednesday night. Seven members and guests, Mrs. Jacob Krouse and Mrs. Corder, enjoyed an evening of euchre with prizes presented to Mrs. Carl Kissinger, Mrs. Harry Bause and Mrs. Jacob Krouse. Mrs. Alva Griesinger invited the club for the next regular meeting. The hostess served sandwiches, relish, cake, pie and coffee. 20 YEARS AGO, APRIL 26, 1967 Mr. and Mrs. Earl Himes celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at open house in their home in North Webster last Sunday. Among those who called were Mr. Himes’ cousin Mr. and Mrs. George Schurr and Mrs. Esther Bashore, -who reside in Ohio. Refreshments of cake, punch, nuts and mints were served to 150 persons by two of the couple’s granddaughters, the Misses Claudette and Carla Himes, of Warsaw. Mr. and Mrs. Lorin Badskey will celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary on Sunday, April 30, at an open house from 2 to 5 o’clock in their home at North Webster. The open house is planned by their children, Mr.a nd Mrs. Jerry 'Badskey of New Haven and Mr.iand Mrs. Luther Allen of Kokom<j. 30 YEARS AGO, APRIL 18, 1957 The Steering Committee for the 1957 Mermaid Festival met at the Gerald Beauty Salon with a chamber of commerce representative of the Miss America Pageant of Atlantic City, New Jersey. Plans were discussed for the Queen of Lakes winner to be a contestant in the Miss Indiana contest which will be held at Michigan City in July. More detailed arrangements will be decided later. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Payne are now residing at North Webster following their recent marriage at Anderson. Mrs. Payne is the former Evalee McKee, daughter

Hubbart received the traveling gift . and Janet Brandon was presented with the hostess gift. Following the business session, 60 dozen eggs were colored for the Lions Club Easter egg hunt on April 18 at the Festival grounds. Conservation Club has program Wahneta Gebhart gave the invocation to open the April 21 meeting of Barbee Conservation Club held at Barbee Conservation Club building. There were 58 persons in attendance. Roger Allen, president, led as pledge to the American flag was repeated in unison. A carry-in supper was served/ Members of the supper committee were Mr. and Mrs. Howard Stephan, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moser, and Mr. and Mrs. Rube Roby. A program was presented by Kitsy Pagel from the United Telephone Co. She showed colored slides about “Wandering Indiana.” It was announced that spring clean-up, fix-up day for the clubhouse is May 2, starting at 8 a m. Volunteers are needed. Sharol Stewart read minutes of the March meeting. Marilyn Nulf served as treasurer pro tern. Mrs. Gebhart read a poem. Waldo Bostel is in charge of the Kiddie Tractor Pull planned for July 11 as part of the sesquicentennial celebration. Frank Wall gave the trustees’" report. An ice cream social will be held Jiily 18. Edna Lawson is in charge of the fishing contest on August 8 and 9 and Norma Moser is chairman of the August 8 craft sale A flea market and flotilla are also being planned for August 8, which has been designated as part of Barbee Days festivities. A “garbage kill” has been scheduled for the middle of May on the Barbee Chain of Lake. Trash fish, such as carp, shad, dogfish, etc., will be speared in an effort to reduce the number of non-game fish in the lakes. Weigh-in location for the “garbage kill” is to be announced.

—o— THE FIRST meeting of North Webster United Methodist Church Naomi Circle will be held at 7 p.m.. May 12, at the home of Pat Friddie. Call Jeanette Keim or the church office for further information. —o— HAPPY MAY Day! —o— TILL-NEXT week. . .

of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. McKee, of Anderson, and Philip is the son of Mrs. Chester Payne of North Webster. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Shank and family of Dayton Ohio, spent the week end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ormel Kline. Mr. and Mrs. Gene Mabie and family will soon move to their newly purchased farm near Barbee Lake. 30 YEARS AGO, APRIL 25, 1957 The North Webster band, under the direction of James K. Greiner, participated in the county Band Festival, which was held Saturday evening at the Armory in Warsaw. Thirteen schools took part in the program. Residents of North Webster and surrounding communities will soon enjoy the familiar sight of the famed 200 passenger Dixie boat making its way along the shores of Webster Lake. Mrs. Ungericht, wife of Captain Ungericht, reports the Dixie will be ready for action by the middle of May to accommodate special parties or groups desiring a ride on the board, but that the regular runs will begin on Memorial Day 30 May. Mrs. Bertha Likens enjoyed Sunday dinner with Mrs. Bessie Shuder. Mr. and Mrs. Colonel Likens of Sidney called on Mrs. Likens in the afternoon. Mrs. Bertha Tom, Mrs. Bertha Likens, Mrs. Jack Lewallen and children and Mrs Viola Richcreek met Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Reasoner to complete plans for a Mother and Daughter Banquet to be held at the Church of the Brethren. Easter Sunday dinner guests in the Ormel Kline home were Rev. and Mrs. J. L. Kline and Mr. and Mrs. Orva Miller and daughter Mrs. David Clayton was hostess to the Wee Webster Women Tuesday night, with 12 members present. Mrs. Elaine Rogers was in charge of meditations and Mrs. Billie Hively gave a health and safety report.