The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 48, Milford, Kosciusko County, 13 January 1988 — Page 7
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For Milford resident — Ken Traylor: An engineer in body r heart and soul
(By CARLAGAFF Staff Writer Surf’s in! The tropical sun is beating steadily, there’s „not a cloud in the sky as sunbathers dot the fiery sand —, this may be some people’s dream for retirement — but it’s not for Ken Traylor. The retirement years, to him, mean more time for private engineering. Ken is now, officially, Kosciusko County’s Highway Engineer/Superintendent. A position he’s served in for nearly five months, though only as of January 1, and the retirement of Dick Winebrenner, did it become official. He’s a former Milford area• resident, but came into his new position via Porter Cdhnty where he was serving as highway engineer. He has a bachelor’s degree in science civil engineering from Indiana Institute of * Technology, and has attended Indiana University and Dale Carnegie School. Because he’s registered with the state of Indiana as a professional engineer and land surveyor, he’s had a multitude of experience working with governmental regulations andagencies. He’s especially well versed in working in the Federal Aid for Urban Streets and County Road program. “If the commissioners chose to pursue some of the federal dollars, we could set up some good projects,” assured Ken. “It won’t be easy because these things take time,” he continued, noting, “this type of project generally takes about eight years from start to finish. ” He went on to explain that he’s currently working on a five-year program for the county, laying out various projects which will entail working on bridges and railroad crossings, along with various Federal Aid projects. “There are a number of important steps that must be taken
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when working on Federal Aid programs,” he said, “to start with things must be approved by the EPA and a public hearing held.” At that point, right-of-way needs must be taken care of, commented Traylor, and then engineering drawings made, final plans made, and contract appropriations Finished. The bid letting is then the final step to the plans, but only the first step to actually having the job taken care of, said Ken. He commented that most of the bridges in the county are in pretty good shape. Although he noted he’d like to see something done with the bridge on Armstrong Road near Oswego. “The Milford project and the work done on west US 30 are examples of projects being done with Federal Aid,” Ken said. “It’ll give you a little wider and safer roads.” j, Also he noted, some area roads could be striped and signs put up with Federal Aid. And that possibly curbs could be added and a few roads straightened out a little. For Ken, the list of work he’d like to see done in Kosciusko
County is nearly endless, because he’s totally enthused in the changes that can be made through a bit of engineering and federal backing. However, engineering is not just road work to Ken. “I chose the field of civil engineering because of my growing up years of working on houses and buildings,” conveyed Ken, “and then I just kind of worked into the idea of road building. But it’s definitely a field I feel will always be a busy one.” In the future for him, Ken said he hopes to see a number of the projects on his list finished up and made as “safe as can be. ” And after that, he stated, “I plan to retire and do private engineering and land surveying. But I don’t think just retirement by itself is a good idea. I think you need to keep busy — and I intend to.”. When he’s not involved in some type of engineering, Ken enjoys golfing, and is an avid sports enthusiast. He says this stems from his being in team sports when in high school and in the Navy. Ken and his wife, Len, reside at Shriner Lake, north of Columbia City.
Kimberly Spitler and Matthew Minnick are united in marriage on Nov. 14
Kimberly Sue Spitler and Matthew H. Minnick, both of Syracuse, were united in marriage on November 14 in the Calvary United Methodist Church in Syracuse. Rev. David Maish performed the double-ring ceremony in the presence of 175 guests. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Jack Spitler, Syracuse, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Minnick, also of Syracuse. Lisa Bushong of Syracuse provided the music during the ceremony. The bride, escorted down the aisle by her father, chose a gown of ivory satin. It featured a sabrina neckline and long-fitted sleeves which were trimmed in alencon lace and seeded pearls. The back bodice revealed a deep V outlined in lace. The fullgathered skirt swept into a chapel-length train, with scattered appliques and a bordertrimmed hemline. Her headpiece, handmade and designed by Greta Hurd, Milford, was of ivory satin with ivory lace accented with seeded pearls with a waistlength veil attached. . Michele Roy, Chesaning, ) Mich., was the maid of honor. / Bridesmaids were Stacy Kline< Wakarusa, aunt of the bride, and Belinda Burke, Milford. Megan Spitler, Syracuse, sister of the bride, was junior bridesmaid. The bride’s attendants wore teal satin gowns which featured a slight V neck and short, shirred sleeves worn off the shoulder. The full skirt had a large bow at the waist and was bustled Tor the reception. Brandi Spitler, Syracuse, niece of the bride, and Emily Minnick, Cromwell, niece of the groom, were the flower girls. They wore teal gowns with, ivory lace overlay. Marshall Minnick, Cromwell, brother of the groom, was best man. Groomsmen were Mike Minnick and Mark Minnick, both
WKAM seeks more power
An application has been filed with the Federal Communications Commission requesting a daytime power increase for radio station WKAM. The station operates on a regional frequency of 1460 khz with current power of 1,000 watts during day hours. The application would provide the station with 2,500 watts which would more than double present strength. WKAM is operated by the Maple City Broadcasting Corporation, William N. Udell, president. General manager of both WKAM and its sisters facility, WZOW, is William Musser who said, “The increased investment reflects owner faith in the continuing stability and growth of the Goshen area.” Commission action normally requires at least 90 days and new transmission equipment would be placed into service thereafter. Troups visit son in Italy Mr. and Mrs. Larry Troup, Syracuse, spent the recent holidays in Italy visiting with their son, Rich, who is stationed with the US Air Force in Aviano, Italy. The Troups also visited the mountainous areas of Italy, toured Venice and spent New Year’s in Frankfurt, West Germany. Airman Troup is a 1986 graduate of Wawasee High School. Senior citizens meet January 10 The Milford Senior Citizens met Sunday, Jan. 10, at 1 p.m. in the Milford Community Building. There were 34 members present to enjoy the potluck dinner. After the business meeting, everyone played a game. The next meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14.
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of North Webster and brothers of the groom, and Chris Walker, Milford. Serving as ushers were Jeff Spitler, Syracuse, brother of the bride, and Bob Wright, Syracuse.
The groom wore an ivory tux with tails. All the groomsmen and ushers wore black tux with teal accessories. Michele Spitler, Syracuse, sister-in-law of the bride, attended the guest register. Following the wedding, a light
Ron Yoder, chief engineer, said that some perimeter communities will be receiving a solid signal. Legion supports child welfare program The regular meeting of the American Legion Post 226 in Milford was held Monday, Jan. 11, in the Legion Hall. The business of the month was conducted by Commander Bob Rassi. Those in attendance voted to send $75 to the Foundation With a Future, which is the American Legion Child Welfare Program. This program is sponsored to help the future leaders of America — “as the children do not make of 100 percent of our population, but they make up 100 percent of our future,” stated by National Commander John P. Comer. As a reminder to all Legionnaires, the month of February is a patriotic month. In March, the Legion will be celebrating its birthday.
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buffet reception was held in the Syracuse American Legion. Servers were Michele Spitler, Syracuse; Kim Conrad, Syracuse, aunt of the bride; and Linda Minnick, Cromwell, sister-in-law of the groom. Music was provided by Danny and The Deadbeats band from Nappanee. The bride is a Wawasee High School graduate and attended Davenport Business College in Kalamazoo, Mich. The groom, also a Wawasee High School graduate, is employed by ChoreTime, Inc., Milford. The newlyweds took a sevenday Caribbean cruise with stopovers in Puerto Rico, Nassau and St. Thomas. They are now residing at r 3, Ligonier.
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Wed., January 13,1988 — THE MAIL-JOURNAL
Weather report for December Lores Steury, Goshen College, is the weather observer for Elkhart County. He has given the following report for the month of December 1987: The normal average temperature for the month is 28.6 degrees. In December the average temperature was 33.8 degrees, 5.2 degrees above normal. . ’ The normal precipitation for December is 2.10 inches. In 1987 4.59 inches were received, 2.49 inches above normal. The normal average snowfall for December is 6.4 inches. A total amount of snowfall received was 11.9 inches. December was a very cloudy month with only one clear day recorded. There was a total of eight partly cloudy and 22 cloudy days. The average temperature for the 1987 year was 51.6 degrees — 2.1 degrees above the normal of 49.5 degrees. The warmest years with 52.9-degree average temperatures were recorded in 1921 and 1931. 1987 was considered a warm year for 11 months. October was the only month below normal with 22 days above 90 degrees and four days with 0 degreesin temperature. Precipitation in 1987 was 36.77 inches, a little above the normal average 0f34.09 inches. The growing season was long — 178 days — 23 days above the normal of 155 days. Snowfall average for 1987 (from November to April) was 35.4 inches, six inches above the normal of 29.4. For the month of January, the average temperature of 24.5 degrees is expected as recorded in years past. The warmest January temperature average was 35.2 degrees in 1932; the coldest, 9.8 degrees in 1918. The warmest day ever recorded for the month whs 68 degrees on January 25,1980; the coldest day, =25 degrees on January 25,1922. A normal average of 1.84 inches of precipitation is expected for the month. The wettest January was recorded in 1950 with 5.46 inches; the driest, .31 inches in 1966. The snowfall average in January is 7.1 inches. The record amount of snowfall for the month of January was in 1978 with a total of 36.6 inches. The least amount of snowfall was recorded in 1924 — no snow!
Legion installs new officers
The Menzie-Reese Post 258 of Pierceton hosted the 1988 in- ' stallation of officers on Saturday, Jan. 9, for the American Legion County Council. There were 36 . members in attendance. The Porter County officers I presented the installation of the following officers for the year: Richard Smith, Pierceton, ; commander; Art Bayne, War- 1 saw, first vice commander; Robert Rassi, Milford, second ] vice commander; Robert i Meadows, Syracuse, adjutant; I Max Menzie, Pierceton, finance officer; and Bob Jenkins, Syracuse, sergeant at arms. Following the meeting, a light lunch was served. A dance was held for the entertainment. The February 14 meeting will be held in Warsaw at 12 noon with
Post 49 as host, 'hie National Guard will present a program, and all Legionnaires are urged to attend. Reception for newly-weds A wedding reception for Mr. and Mrs. Michael (Judy) Fisher, Wapsaw, will be held Sunday, Jan. 17, from 2-4 p.m. in the First Brethren Church, located on the corner of Lock and Walnut Streets, Nappanee. The couple was married in a ceremony which took place on Saturday, Jan. 2, in Florida. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Warren S. (Emily) Fisher, Nappanee, and Sandra Schoyer and Dale Davis, both of Florida.
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