The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 27 April 1988 — Page 6

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., April 27,1988

Community corner

Danny Gallmeier is happy with his new custodial duties

Danny Gallmeier has grown up in a family of law enforcers. His father and uncle both worked for the Fort Wayne Police Department and his two brothers-in-law work for the sheriff’s department in Allen County. At the age of 28, Gallmeier decided that he would follow in his relatives footsteps to become a Syracuse police officer. Now at 42, Gallmeier has made a career change and works for the Wawasee School Corporation.

Gallmeier said he had been contemplating leaving the police force for some time. With his wife and their three children and no retirement benefits as a police officer, he said the time finally came to look down the road and to plan for the future. When a maintenance job became available at the first of this year, Gallmeier decided the time had come to make a career change. He hasn’t regretted his decision for a minute. He said, “We talked it over as a family and they are behind me

Pat Nixon book reviewed

The Columbian Reading Circle met in the home of Linda Greene on April 11. Following the business meeting, Inez Beiswanger and Shirley Timmons led the discussion on the book “Pat Nixon,” by Julie Nixon Eisenhower.

Elect DALE STATE REPRESENTATIVE - DISTRICT 18

Issues And Answers

TAXES: Lt. Gov. Mutz has stated that State government can operate the next four years without increasing major taxes. I pledge a no vote on any attempt to increase sales taxes, corporate or individual income taxes. No ifs, ands or buts. PROPERTY TAX RELIEF: As a result of reassessment, property taxes are expected to increase significantly. To ease this to some extent, I would propose legislation to expand property tax relief by providing a SI,OOO exemption to all homeowners, not just those filing mortgage exemptions, an increase in homestead credits and parallel exemptions for qualified homeowners over age 65, blind, disabled and

certain veterans. This is not an entirely new concept. It has had some previous consideration and support by organizations such as the Ind. Assoc, of County Auditors. The moderate fiscal impact should be manageable by budgeting priorities and continuing growth in sales tax revenues from a healthy Economy. EDUCATION: I support an excellent education system. Close to 40% of State tax dollars go for education (Nearly 3 billion dollars in fiscal 1988). Let's give the A+ program a chance. I'll support improvements when and where necessary. ROADS: Because the protection afforded by State Police accrues to all the people, not just motorists, I favor funding the entire State Police budget out of the General Fund, by phases, thereby permitting some 35 million dollars per year, when fully phased in, to remain in the Motor Vehicle Account for state, city and county road use. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: I support State efforts to coordinate and assist the broad private sector in finding expanded markets for Indiana products, attracting new business to Indiana, tourism and technological innovations in industry and agriculture. ENVIRONMENT: Well water pollution is a serious reality in some areas and a potential threat to all. Problems for those affected are enormous. The scope of accurately determining the cause(s) and solution will require technical knowledge and a joint effort and shared costs by high units of government. The same goes for waste disposal. LOTTERY: I will respect the will of the people as expressed by the outcome of the referendum vote this fall. QUALIFICATIONS: No candidate in District 18 has experience as a State Representative. Knowledge of state government is important. Just to sit and listen will accomplish little. I have gained knowledge of state government by a keen interest in, and active association with my twin brother's 10 year tenure as a State Representative. As a Kosciusko County native, self-employed small business man, living near the center of the district, I know the people and their concerns and am prepared and able to effectively represent the entire district. FOR SOUND, RESPONSIBLE GOVERNMENT, VOTE MOCK Paid For Sy Mock For Stalo Roprocontalivo. Chri« Kober, Chrm.. 619 S. Huntington, Syracuoo, IH 46567

By NEVIN DULABAUM Staff Writer

Profile

Mrs. Nixon was born in near poverty and rose to the highest levels of power and prestige. She was an intensely private person who was thrust into the limelight during the most turbulent decades in modern American history. From the pen of

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fl f isl I F \ ' 'IV r Z CAREER CHANGE - Danny Gallmeier served for 13 years on the Syracuse Police Department. Late last year he decided that a change in his career would be best for he and his family, and so he is now employed by Wawasee Community Schools. (Photo by Nevin Dulabaum)

daughter, Julie, comes the fascinating biography of a truly remarkable First Lady: Pat Nixon. From her courtship and romance with the flamboyant young California lawyer whom she accompanied from the early campaign trails all the way to the White House, through the horrors of the Vietnam era and the agonizing ordeal of Watergate — this is a loving portrait of the gallant woman who was admired by millions but actually known by a mere handful.. . until now. The next Columbian Reading Circle meeting will be the spring party on May 9. Healthier plants Indoor plants are healthier when placed in trays with a layer of pebbles and water. If this isn’t convenient, mist more often to increase humidity needed by plants.

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100 percent.” Gallmeier added, “When you’re unhappy with something, it is time to get out. ” Gallmeier said that he had accumulated three weeks of vacation time as a police officer, so he took his three weeks beginning on January 4, and began working at WHS on the same day. He officially left the police force on January 23. Gallmeier first became affiliated with the Wawasee School Corporation five years ago, when he began driving school bus in addition to his night shift police job. Gallmeier said he was a contract driver, which meant he was considered to be a full-time employee during the school year. With his job at WHS, Gallmeier is now working a modified second shift. He normally will go into work in the late afternoon, but will sometimes go in eaHier if needed. Gallmeier said his job consists of any maintenance work that needs to be done, from waxing floors to making mechanical repairs. After nearly four months on the job, Gallmeier says he really likes his work. However, it is the benefits that he really enjoys. Not only does he have job security and a retirement plan, but he no longer has to work weekends, is able to spend each holiday with his family, and will be able to work the day shift during the three summer months. Now that holidays and weekends mean something to him, Gallmeier said he has spent time riding motorcycles and fishing with his family, and visiting friends whom he hasn’t had the time to see for many years. He also has a tional time now to work at the lawn care business that he started in 1975.

Meals for older Americans

Meals for Older Americans are served each day at the following locations: The Scout Cabin, Syracuse; the Pierceton Community Building; Mentone Community Room in the fire station; the Retired Tigers Center, 320 W. Main, Warsaw; and the Church of the Brethren, North Webster. Meals for Older Americans is for persons 60 years or older and is a chance to meet new friends and enjoy hot, nutritional meals. The sites are opened several hours each day including noon for programs. Meals for Older Americans is not associated with welfare but is for the promotion for better health for the older population. Donations are accepted for the meals. The site directors request all persons planning on attending the meals to make reservations by 1 p.m. the day prior to attending. Phone 457-2631 for Syracuse transportation and reservations. April 28-May 4 THURSDAY - V-8 juice, turkey manhattan, mashed potatoes w/margarine, buttered green beans, white bread, plums, milk, tea, and coffee FRIDAY — Cranberry juice cocktail, stuffed green pepper in tomato sauce, buttered peas, cottage cheese w/chives, cracked wheat bread w/margarine, angel food cake w/fruit topping, milk, tea, and coffee MONDAY — Apple juice, minestrone soup w/saltines, hamburger on bun w/condiments, steamed broccoli, peaches, milk, tea, and coffee TUESDAY — Pineapple juice, Polish sausage, mashed potatoes;

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sauerkraut, rye bread w/margarine, lemon whip and chill dessert, milk, tea, and coffee WEDNESDAY — Peach nectar, braised veal luncheon steak w/gravy, potato rounds, buttered carrots, whole wheat bread w/margarine, peanut butter cookie, milk, tea, and coffee BPW finalizes style show plans The Syracuse Business and Professional Women’s club met at a local restaurant April 12 with 31 members and guest Cindy Flynn. Bessie Stetler, president, opened the meeting with pledge and the club collect. Gloria Hodler read the secretary’s report and Linda Jaggers gave the treasurer’s report. A new member, Yvonne Huffman, was voted into the club. Discussed final plans for the style show to be held April 27 at Calvary Methodist Church. Election of officers followed with Carol Smith voted vice president and Gloria Hodler secretary. Hostess’ for the evening was Jeanetta McDaniel, Evelyn Marlin, Barbara Matney and Judy Warner. Each member received a piece of cake and a carnation corsage honoring her birthday. Gloria Hodler, chaplain, closed the meeting with “The Greatest Blessings.”

CALENDAR Week Os April 27 To May 4 ‘ WEDNESDAY Teen AA Under 20 Group 7 p.m., in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church Syracuse Fire Department Meeting 7 p.m., in the fire station Eagles Auxiliary Meeting Aerie 3760 7 p.m., in Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore St., Syracuse Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m., in Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive, Lake Wawasee, closed meeting Alanon 7:30 p.m., in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, Syracuse THURSDAY Wawasee Community Toughlove 7 p.m., in Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse. Parent support group for parents troubled by their teenager’s behavior. North Webster Lions Club 7 p.m., in Don and Dee’s Family Restaurant Kappa Omicron Chapter Beta Sigma Phi Sorority 7:30 p.m. Lakeside VFW Post 1342, Syracuse 8 P- m - FRIDAY V* Milford Kiwanis 6:45 a.m., in Milford Community Building Alcoholics Anonymous Carl Sheperd Memorial Group 7:30 p.m., in Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Dr., Lake Wawasee, Syracuse, open meeting Heart of Lakes Squares 8-10:30 p.m., in Syracuse Elementary SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis H 7 a.m., in Gropp’s Syracuse SUNDAY S.A.L.T. (Single Adults as Living Testimonies) 9:30 a.m., Mike’s Soda Shop, North Webster Alcoholics Anonymous Fireball Group 10 a.m., in North Webster Fire Station, open meeting Alcoholics Anonymous, Sunday Night Recovery Group 8 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church, closed meeting Alanon Sunday Night Group 8 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church, closed meeting Alateen 8 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis 6:45 a.m., in North Webster Church of God meeting room Alanon Milford Family Group 7:30 p.m., in Milford United Methodist Church Alcoholics Anonymous Milford Group 7:30 p.m., in Milford United Methodist Church, closed meeting Alcoholics Anonymous North Webster Group 7:30 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church TUESDAY Alanon Just For Today Group 9:30 a.m., in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, Syracuse Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary 12 noon, in the Beacon Restaurant For Fun Group 12 noon, in Calvary United Methodist Church. The group is for those 50 years old and up to gather for lunch and a program of special interest to older adults. Milford Library Board 4:30 p.m/, in Milford Public Library Adult Children of Alcoholics 6:30 p.m., in North Webster United Methodist Church Syracuse Park Board 7 p.m., in Syracuse Town Hall Woman’s Fellowship 7 p.m., in Syracuse Church of the Brethren Kosciusko County Photo Philes Camera Club 7 p.m., in Kiwanis Room above Hull House and Hull Hardware, South Buffalo St., Warsaw Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club 7:30 p.m. American Legion Auxiliary, Ancil Geiger Unit 226 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce 7:45 a.m., in State Bank of Syracuse Teen AA Under 20 Group 7 p.m., in St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church Syracuse Lions Club 6:30 p.m., in the Beacon Restaurant /Jfjß jAYa Syracuse Jaycees yjSwgSy 7:30p.m., in Lakeland Eagles Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m., in Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive, Lake Wawasee Alanon 7:30 p.m., in St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Syracuse Order Os The Eastern Star 7:30 p.m., in Milford Masonic Lodge

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