The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 41, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 November 1987 — Page 17

North Webster News

Club elects new officers

The November 17 meeting and carry-in supper of the Barbee Conservation Club was held in the club building with 82 persons in attendance. Those serving on the dinner committee were Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Gaston, chairmen; Helen Wichern, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Sowers, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Goodyear, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lagenoek and Bart Brugh. Roger Allen led as the pledge to

'Month of the Yeor' theme

A “Month of the Year” theme carry-in dinner was held by the Efficient Homemakers Club on November 12 in the home of Pauline White. Members were assigned certain months of the year and were asked to bring a dish representing or decorated like that month. Guests present were Marie Blackman, Clara Dye, Marietta Henry, county agent, and Doris Slaymaker, county president of the extension homemakers. Doris Wall read Psalms 100 and

Club to hold gift exchange

Edith Hoffert was hostess and Mildred Gray, co-hostess, for the November 19 meeting of the Backwater Friends Club. As each member arrived, she was presented with a small bowl of buttered popcorn. Mrs. Gray gave the meditation, “Fill Your Heart with Thanksgiving. ” Roll call was answered by 18 members. It was decided Christmas gifts will be purchased for students at the Cardinal Center, Warsaw. The lesson, “Colors of a Con Artist,” was Homemakers hold special luncheon The Tippecanoe Township Extension Homemakers met November 18 in Wesley Hall for their monthly business meeting and a Thanksgiving luncheon. Hostesses for the day were Maxine Gaston, Geneva Belcher and Debbie Belcher. Guests present were Ethel Merritt, Bluffon, and Peggy Young. Carol Downing and Carolyn Gephart were welcomed as new members. The roll call, “Fond memories of Ruth Hamman.” was answered by 29 persons. Mrs. Gaston played the piano for group singing of “Come Ye Thankful People Come” and “Happy Birthday.” Members having birthdays were Dorothy Thornburg, Pauline Gdnkel, Goldie Hunnecutt and Sadie Reynolds. Helen Wichern read minutes of the October meeting and the correspondence. Catherine Bause gave the treasurer’s report and a partial report of the county homemakers’ Christmas bazaar Reports were given by Betty Hinton, "Protecting Roses from Winter Weather; Jeanne Hamilton, “How to Deal with a Stiff Neck;” and Mary Lee Willman, two poems by James Whitcomb Riley, “When the Frost Is on the Pumpkin” and “A Fall-Crick View of the Earthquake.” Plans were made for Christmas charity gifts and donations with May Grodrian as chairman. A Christmas party and gift exchange will be held December 16 in the fellowship room of the North Webster Church of God. There will be an auction of Christmas tree ornaments. Church has annual Thanksgiving meal The North Webster Church of the Brethren’s anhual Thanksgiving dinner was held Sunday, Nov. 15, in the church’s fellowship room with 40 persons in attendance. A carry-in supper was served with turkey and dressing as the main dish. Paul Shrieder asked the blessing before the meal was served. Eva Lock gave devotions. She read Psalms 136 which is often called the “Thanksgiving Psalm.” A reading entitled, “Puritan Thanksgiving,” was presented by Ruth Rose. Joe Schock led a “singspiration,” and Rev. Emry Kintner closed the program with comments about Thanksgiving and prayer. Members of the dinner and program committee were Jeannie Salsbury, Geraldine Click, Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Lock.

BY MARY LEE WILLMAN . . . 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.

the American flag was repeated in unison. The invocation was led by Wahneta Gebhart. Election of officers was held with Mrs. Gebhart presiding, assisted by her committee, Ruth Bostel and Wilma Conner. The new officers include the following: Roger Allen, president; Marilyn Nulf, vice president; Sharon Stewart, secretary; and Harold Henry, treasurer.

told how the " vemment had come to procta. n Thanksgiving Day. Mrs. White led group singing. Myrtle Likens explained how to care for potted plants that are brought into the house during winter months. Alice Long gave a history of Turkey Creek Township, and the health and safety report was presented by Judy Clayton. The lesson, “Easy Casseroles,” was given by Mrs. White. She told how to use leftovers in casseroles. She also read an article entitled “Recipe Madness.”

given by Elizabeth Leach. She gave many pointers on how to avoid dishonest salesman, unreliable investments and misrepresented merchandise. The gardening report was given by Dorothy Snoke. She told how to preserve top soil. Nancy Corbin reminded everyone that November is “Diabetes Month.” Sarah Rhoades presented the citizenship report, “Write to Your Congressman.” She also read “A Jog in the Road,” from

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NORTH WEBSTER United Methodist Church’s “Hanging of the Greens” will take place November 28. VOLUNTEERS WILL soon be needed to help wrap and deliver gifts and food items for North Webster Community Christmas Fund project. RESERVATIONS FOR the Barbee Lakes Property Owners’ annual holiday dinner must be made by November 28. The event will be held at a local restaurant. Entertainment will be provided by the choral group, “Evidence,” from Lakeland Christian Academy, Warsaw. For further information, call John Weyler or Don Miller. ONLY 30 shopping days left before Christmas. THANKSGIVING BASKETS for needs families were packed and delivered on November 24 at the North Webster Methodist Church.

North Webster police receive 312 phone calls

Jerry Craig, acting North Webster Town Marshal, submitted the monthly police report to members of the town board at the November 11 town board members. The report is as follows: There were 312 calls received during October, 37 emergency medical service and fire calls, and 62 calls reference other departments. A total of 228 calls were received while an officer was on duty and six calls while officers were off duty. North Webster Police Officers assisted other departments on 35 occasions, assisted the fire department and EMS on six occasions. There were 362 courtesy services extended, three alarms answered, seven citations, nine Military personnel exempted The Reagan administration has notified Congress that it intends to exempt military personnel from defense spending cuts that will be required under automatic deficit-reduction provisions of the Gramm-Rudman Act.

Trustees: Frank Wall, three years; Larry Gaston, two years; and Ben Janacek, one year. Directors: Bart Brugh, Maxine Gaston, Mike Janacek, Monica Janacek, Edna Lawson, Gene Rinehold, Peggy Rinehold and Anthony Stewart, one year; Mr. and Mrs. Waldo Bostel, Mrs. Gebhart, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Friddle, Dottie Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Fancil, two years.

It was also noted that Betty Ganger put a club program book, along with a note of good wishes, in the North Webster Sesquicentennial Time Capsule which was buried November 7. The capsule will be dug up in the year 2037. A Christmas party and gift exchange are scheduled for December 17 in the home of Mrs. Clayton. Volunteers from the club will be helping wrap gifts for the North Webster Community Christmas Charity, if needed.

Kip Sullivan’s History Book of North Webster. Marjorie Karst, cultural arts leader, told about the “Festival of Trees” in Fort Wayne. A Christmas party and secret pal gift exchange is planned for December in the home of Mrs Corbin. Mrs. Hoffert and Mrs. Gray served refreshments of chicken salad and ham salad sandwiches, date nut bread, pickle spears and a cheese tray with crackers.

DID YOU know — wearing gloves was once thought to prevent spirits form entering into, those attending a funeral? The deceased family’s was expected to provide gloves for everyone who showed up for the funeral. The custom still persists with pall bearers wearing gloves. TREE SEEDLINGS, which have been chosen for their value to wildlife and as windbreaks, are being provided by the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District. The seedlings are available to anyone who is interested and may be planted without restrictions. THE CAT decided, in a hurry, last Saturday morning that he likes snow much better when he is inside the house looking out through at window at that cold, white stuff. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! TILL NEXT week. . .

warnings, one arrest, and 10 permits issued. The officers worked a total of 493.25 hours and the two squad cars were driven a total of 1,625 miles. A total of 201.3 gallons of gasoline was used. Rubella cases down ATLANTA — The oncecommon childhood disease known as rubella, or German measles, continues to decline, with 551 cases reported in the United States last year, the lowest count ever, federal health officials said. The number of cases reported in 1966 was down 12 percent from 1985 and down 99 percent since the advent of a rubella vaccine 18 years ago.

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DEDICATE NEW HOME — Herbert Kuhn American Legion Post 253 North Webster celebrated the Post’s 51st birthday with a dedication of the new post home on October 17. The new post home is located on SR 13 south of North Webster in the old M & M Restaurant building. State Commander Larry Bartlett, Highland, was guest speaker and oversaw the festivities. Shown in the photo are David Heath, finance officer; Susie Heath, auxiliary president; Bartlett; John Noble, commander; Kay Noble; Don Denney, Sons of the American Legion commander and Sheryl Donley.

Pldnners look ahead to landfill needs

| By CARLA GAFF Staff Writer Landfill needs in the county will be discussed in section four of the planners comprehensive 20-year planning schedule entitled “Community Facilities.” During ast week meeting, planners discussed the first three comprehensive plans which included, transportation, land use needs, plus regulations in the county, with an overview of the next 20 years. All sections of the comprehensive plan are estimated to be ready for reviewing by the area planning commission around March of 1988, and will be ready to go before the county commissioners for adoption in late spring. Community facilities will be a section which will include utilities, fire practice services, solid waste disposal, as well as parks and recreation. In this, present facilities will be discussed as well as future plans for these as well as possible county participation.

4-H program provides opportunities for youth

Kosciusko County youth between the ages of seven and 19 are learning new skills, meeting new friends and experiencing leadership opportunities through 4-H club programs. Here in Kosciusko County, nearly 1,000 youth participate annually, and nearly 400 adult and teen volunteers help make their experiences both fun and educational. |||| L gmggg RONALD W. HOYT 4-H is the youth education program of the Cooperative Extension Service. Because of our link to the land grant universities, 4-H programs and curriculum materials are research-based and supported by Purdue University. The Cooperative Extension Service locally is sponsored and funded by the United States Department of Agriculture, Purdue University and Kosciusko County Government. 4-H projects are designed to give members an opportunity to experience hands-on education. It gives youth a chance to see for themselves how electricity works, how plants grow, or how a computer works. Members might also learn how to build a table, bake homemade bread, try home canning or even learn about rockets and the space program. In all, there are over 60 different projects and activities from which to choose. Each offers varied hands-on learning experiences. Besides the project learning,

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“This is a very important issue,” noted assistant planner Steve Maenhout of the landfill need in the county. “This county is fast running out of places for solid waste. Hopefully we’ll come up with a more definite plan, but until the county comes up with a commitment as to the direction its wants to go, a decision can’t be made." He continued by noting there are actually two alternatives for solid waste and that the county could opt to bury its waste or burn it. At that point a decision as to whether officials want to go with a private or public facility will need to be made, plus deciding to purchase rights outside the county or stay within its confines will have to be determined. Going on he said, “We’ll be working pretty close with the towns in the county when it comes to the utilities, and we’ll go over with them the current plans they have and incorporate all this into our comprehensive plan.” He continued, saying that the plan will briefly touch on fire protection in the county and check into current locations and staffing. When discussing parks and recreation in the county, an

right at the heart of learning the 4-H way, are the 4-H club meetings. These meetings prepare youth for community involvement as adults by involving kids directly in the leadership of the club. Youth have many opportunities to experience leadership themselves. Older members may join the county Junior Leader organization. This gives them an opportunity to develop their leadership skills further and provides base for the local clubs. 4-H is a unique blend of university-supported learning activities, leadership development, community involvement and fun. Why not give your son or daughter the opportunity to grow through 4-H? For more information, please contact the Kosciusko County Extension Office, County Courthouse, 100 W. Center Street, Warsaw, or call 267-4444 or 457-5757. Calendar November 26-27 — Extension Office closed. Happy Thanksgiving! November 30 — 4-H Achievement Banquet, Justice Building, 7.30 p.m. December 1 — 4-H Horse and Pony Banquet, fairgrounds, 6 p.m. December 3 — 4-H Leaders Banquet, Shrine Building, 6:30 p.m. Animal control bids to be accepted Notice has been given that the Board of County Commissioners of Kosciusko County will accept sealed bids until 10 a.m. December 23 for animal control field and animal control shelter services for the year. Specifications and a pro-forma agreement for providing services are on file in the office of the county auditor.

assessment of the current facilities will be made along with a study to determine the amount of involvement the county should agree to. Discussion Held Transportation needs for the county in the next 20 years were discussed by planners. It was decided that SR 15 would need to be widened to four lanes by the year 2,000. A by-pass west of Milford was also proposed. Additionally, it was recommended that upgrades be made to CR 1300 N between Syracuse and old SR 15, that the SyracuseNorth Webster Road be widened and improved, plus widening and improving of County Farm Road and Country Club Road. Furthermore, the county will actively discourage truck traffic on these thoroughfares. A comprehensive county land use policy was also discussed by planners in which five-acre mini farms were noted to be somewhat “I think it’s too big,” commented County Commissioner Maurice Beer. “Young people today can’t afford five acres. If they investment in the property then they can’t afford to dig a hole to put a house on. You can’t put them all in trailers.” It was noted that since 1980, residential development in Kosciusko County has followed national patterns. Deteriorating urban housing, increased disposable income and demand for open space has prompted residential migration from congested urban areas to larger lots in suburban and rural areas. Discouraging strip development in commercial areas plus the encouraging of cluster development was discussed, along with industrial and environmental use. These matters will be discussed in depth as final plans are made, and will be reported in this paper at that time. However, anyone wishing to have a copy of the three comprehensive plans already discussed may attain them from the Kosciusko County Planners Office in the courthouse. Support group ' for bulimia A support group for persons with bulimia* and related eating disorders is being formed at the Mental Health Association of Kosciusko County, 207 East Center Street, Warsaw. The support groups will meet during the day or evening. For more information contact the Mental Health Association at 269-2102.

We con pray, believe and receive, or wo can pray, doubt and do without. We Invite You To Join Us la Worship j During This Holiday Season 9:00 A.M.—Sunday School Ms. dk 10:00 A M Sunday Morning Worship 6:30 P.M.—Sunday Evening Services * And Youth Group Meetings Hk vfcbk. 6:45 —Wednesday Evening Bible Study And Bible Study ■ Dale Kuhns — Brian WHcox Minister Youth Minister TRANSPORTATION provided for Sunday mornings. CuN ASS-9151. . - CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MILFORD Fourth L Henry Streets 451-91 SI BUFORI

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It happened ... in North Webster

IS YEARS AGO, NOV. 23,1977 A Christmas party is being planned for December 15 by members of Thrifty Homemakers Club. It will be at the Pierceton Presbyterian Church with the meal served carry-in style. Opal Esch was hostess for the November 16 meeting of Tippecanoe Township Extension Homemakers Club. The meeting was called to order at 11 a.m. by Mrs. Frank Kurth, president. Tom Reynolds gave the invocation to open the November 15 meeting of Barbee Conservation Club. A carry-in supper was served. Tables were decorated in keeping with the Thanksgiving season. Election of officers was held. The new officers are: Waldo Bostel — President; Allen Hart — Vice president; Edna Lawson — secretary; Erwin Scoville — Treasurer. Alice Bemish, Jr., was cohostess for the November 17 meeting of Backwater Friends Extension Homemakers club. The meeting was held in the home of Dixie Likens. The lesson, “Wardrobe Planning” was given by Gloria Miller and Mama Hollar. Mrs. Harry Lozier was hostess for the November 15 meeting of Crossroads Extension Homemakers Club. The lesson on “Wardrobe Planning” was given by Mrs. Ralph Wertenberger. North Webster American Legion Auxiliary members met November 15. Auxiliary members have scheduled a Christmas party for December 20. A gift exchange will be held. It was announced that the Auxiliary has contributed to the North Webster EMS and Community Charity Fund. Tom Hiatt, a student at Olivette College in Illinois, was a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Willman and family last Friday evening. 20 YEARS AGO, NOV. 22,1967 Pretty Cathleen Bryant, a North Webster high school senior, walked away with top honors in the county Junior Miss pageant held Saturday evening in the Warsaw high school auditorium. The contest is sponsored by the Warsaw Jaycees. Miss Bryant is 18 and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Bryant of r 1 North Webster. She will represent the county in the state Junior Miss pageant which will be held next February 10 at Frankfort. Pretty Miss Donell Strand daughter of Major and Mrs. E. L. Strand of r 1 Warsaw, was crowned 1967 homecoming queen during activities which took place between B team and varsity games at the North WebsterBethany Christian game Friday evening. The new queen is a senior. The Lydia circle met on Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist church. Chairman Mrs. Merril Bause gave the devotions. The lesson “How Women Help in

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Youth Courts” was given by Mrs. Floyd Himebaugh. She was assisted by Mrs. H. H. Redding. Mrs. Jesse LeCount and Mrs. Charles Ramsey. There was no new business, an offering was taken. A report was made on the ham and turkey supper and bazaar held last Saturday night. Mrs. Carl Bockman and Mrs. Kathryn Coy served cake and coffee to 16 members. A new member joined on Tuesday, Mrs. Lee Sharp. The Efficient Homemakers home ec club had its anniversary dinner on Thursday night, Nov. 16, at the Lamplight restaurant near Pierceton. Mrs. Paul Baugher and Mrs. Charles Leng decorated the tables in fall colors and a Thanksgiving motif. Place settings were marked with names on colored oak leaves. Miniature pumpkins and corn shocks carried out the theme. Mrs. Arthur Iden was hostess to the Backwater Friends club Thursday evening at her home. President Mrs. Orva Miller began the meeting with a poem “When the Work’s Done in the Fall”. She welcomed new members, Mrs. Ernest Sutton and Mrs. William Barton. A pre-organizational meeting was held at the North Webster school cafeteria Thursday evening in an attempt to get a lodge started in North Webster of the Free and Accepted Masons of Indiana. About 50 persons attended the meeting which consisted mostly of questions and answers. These persons are all (but two present who were from the state department) now members of other lodges in neighboring towns. Rev and Mrs. Donald Poyser and family of Kimmell were the supper guests Friday night of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Iden and family. A reception was given Rev. Richard Rash and family in the Church of God Fellowship hail Sunday evening. It was also a food shower for the new minister who will work with the youth of the church. The Youth Fellowship was host. Coffee, Kool-Aid and cookies were served. Mrs. Kathleen Weghorst and Mrs. J. D. Van Camp left for Florida on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Gaerte and son moved into the Posy Hill cottage in Epworth Forest on Friday. Mrs. Gaerte is the former Bobby Valentine. Mr. and Mrs. Preston Gregory of Pierceton called on Mr. and Mrs. William Martindale Sunday afternoon. They saw Shelly Lenay, the new baby daughter of the Martindales. 30 YEARS AGO, NOV. 28.1957 Mr. and Mrs. Earl Teghtmeyer and sons have moved into their newly built home at the southwest edge of town. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baugher and family are now living in the basement of their home which is in the process of being built.

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