The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 28, Milford, Kosciusko County, 24 August 1988 — Page 1

Milford 658-4111 & Syracuse 457-3666

VOLUME 27

Electric motors —

Papakeechie: Public or private lake?

By MARJi WEINSTEIN Staff Writer

The discussion concerning Lake Papakeechie being a public or private lake was one of two key issues at the Lake Papakeechie property owners’ annual’meeting, Saturday, Aug. 20. The other controversial subject dealt with allowing boaters to use electric motors on the lake.

Presenting views supporting electric motors, and that the lake appears to be a public waterway, was Dick Conroy. Both views met great opposition among the standing-room-only crowd at the Papakeechie garage. Conroy addressed two issues that constituted Lake Papakeechie being public. His first concept dealt with lake propertyowners inviting -nonresidents to use the lake at various times. The other issue was that state-owned fish occupy the waters of the lake. “I am not saying that I want Lake Papakeechie to become a public lake, but I would like to see change occur,” said Conroy. “We

Up 93,380 students enroll Tuesday

Tuesday was the first day of school in the Wawasee School Corporation, and enrollment figures calculated

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FUND RAISER —. A major fund raiser for Evan Bayh, Democratic candidate for Governor of Indiana, was held at the north shore home of Peter and Nan Collias on Lake Wawasee Sunday afternoon. As first time visitors to Lake Wawasee, the Bayhs attracted about 125 supporters to the |IOO-per-couple brunch. Warm breezes off the lake and a large, colorful tent made the occasion comfortable and festive. In brief comments to those in attendance, Bayh stated that he is conducting his campaign on the ideas and values held by the residents of the state of Indiana and “this is what will allow us to win.” Bayh expressed an interest on striving for excellence in education in the state and wanting a state government that would look aggressively to the future. He pointed out that he was the only state-level official to reduce his operating budget by five percent last year and the only state office, that of secretary of state, to be open on Saturday for public convenience. Commenting on political developments at the national level, Bayh said that he felt that the selection of Hoosier Senator Dan Quayle as the vice presidential running mate to Republican presidential candidate George Bush would have no effect on the Bayh campaign. Pictured above are Leßoy Miller, chairman of the Kosciusko County Democratic party; Evan Bayh, Democratic candidate for Governor of Indiana; Mrs. Peter (Nan) Collias, hostess; Susan Bayh, wife of Evan Bayh; and Peter Collias, host for the afternoon. To the right is Susan Bayh listening to the comments of her husband as he spoke before those attending the fund raiser. The Bayh party traveled on to Kendallville; Diamond Lake, Mich.; and South Bend later Sunday to similar fund raising events before returning to Indianapolis in the evening. Those serving on the host committee were Bill and Barbara Beemer, Tim and Ann Borne, Dave and Sally Cotton, Jack and Patty DeHaven, Bob and Jane Eherenman, Craig Hartman, Mike and Carol Kiley, Walt and Opal Miller, Jay and Brenda Rigdon, Steve and Karen Ross, Tom Prickett, Bernice Klink and Gordon (“Short”) McCormick.

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don’t have to live in the 13th Century.” Attempts to contact the Department of Natural Resources for comments on the private/public lake issue failed prior to publication. The public/private lake issue was secondary in Conroy’s plans — the lake property owner was lobbying for cnange in the covenant concerning electric motors. According to legislation adopted several years ago by the lake pro-

Tucker has grand champion

Milford farmer Leon Tucker, who has been raising steers in the area since 1953, recently had one of his Limousin steers selected as a grand champion at the Hoosier Beef Show.

Tucker, who received a trophy and prize money for his award winning entry, said that the contest was a carcass contest where

during the day revealed there were 3,380 students in class the first day. The unofficial total represents an increase

By SCOTT DAVIDSON Staff Writer

Consolidation of THE MILFORD MAIL (Est. 1888) and THE SYRACUSE-WAWASEE JOURNAL (Est. 1907)

perty association, no motors are permitted on the lake. Violators will, and have been taken to court. Supporting Conroy’s drive to change the covenant was 80 percent of the property owners. A petition was circulated and the large list of names collected were in favor of allowing electric motors. Conroy used this device to thrust a new Lake Property Owners Association administra-

the winners were selected based on the quality and quantity of their meat. He added that the judging of the beef, sponsored by Indiana Farm Bureau, Purdue University and Emge Packing, took place in Anderson at the Emge facility. Tucker’s prize winning steer was a 13-month-old Limousin that was an ideal carcass, according to Tucker, because it was very trim and there wasn’t much waste on it. Tucker’s champion Limousin had£ live weight of 1,090 pounds, V K

of nine students over the beginning enrollment last year. The individual school

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tion in office. The attempt failed to gain the necessary votes and the present board was re-elected. Ron Corson will serve another year as president, while Paul Bente was re-elected vice president. Corson defeated Roger Shipley and Bente defeated Roy Slabaugh, both by 70 percent-30 percent verdicts. Roy Keim and Phyllis Miller (Continued on page 2)

tt carcass weight of 686 pounds, a ribeye area of 15.5 inches and a quality grade rating of choice. Also, the steer had a yield grade of .80, an outside fat covering of .10 inch and a KHP fat of 2 percent. The steer had a cut out value of $117.40 per 100 weight.

Tucker, who has been competing in the Hoosier Beef Show for about the past 20 years, commented that this was the first time that one of his steers had won ‘the whole ball of wax.* “This award is the ultimate for breeders,” concluded Tucker

enrollments show that Milford is down by two students; North Webster up by 22; Syracuse up by 44; and Wawasee down by 40.

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A BEVY OF BEAUTIES — The 1988 “Miss Kosciusko Scholarship” pageant was held Saturday night, Aug. 20, in the Warsaw Community High School auditorium. The coveted crown was won by Shelly Sanders, a 20-year-old college music major from Milford.

Shelly Sanders is 'Miss Kosciusko'

By JENNIFER WOODWARD Staff Writer

Shelly Sanders, the 20-year-old daughter of William and

The total enrollment is: Milford — 655 North Webster — 907 Syracuse — 866 Wawasee — 952

Overall individual grade totals are down with the exception of kindergarten, second, fourth, sixth, eighth grade and 12th grade. The total number of students, by grade, are: kindergarten, 293 up from 245 last year; first, 302 down from 337; second, 279, up from 276; third, 283, up from 268; fourth, 258 up from 238; fifth, 237, down from 272; sixth, 283, up from 225; seventh, 221 down from 264; eighth, 254, up from 214; nine, 222, down from 241; 10th, 229, down from 250; 11th, 228, down from 271; and 12th, 273, up from 230. The special education has a total of 18, down from 25. At Milford Unofficial enrollments by grades at Milford show: kindergarten, 82, up 14 students; first, 83, down 16; second, 80, up seven; third, 75, up seven; fourth, 72, up six; fifth, 63, up four; special education, elementary level, eight, down six; sixth, 67, up nine; seventh, 52, down 11; eighth, 63, up seven; and special education, junior high level, 10, down one. At North Webster Unofficial enrollments by grades at North Webster show: kindergarten, 112 up 15 students; first, 118, down 13; second, 106, up two; third, 113, up 25; fourth, 80, down 14; fifth 92, down 21; sixth, 118, up 34; seventh, 85, down six and eighth, 83, equal to last year. At Syracuse Unofficial enrollments 'by grades at Syracuse show: kindergarten, 99, up 19; first, 101, down 6; second, 93, down six; third, 95, down three; fourth, 106, up 28; fifth, 82, down 10; sixth, 98, up 15; seventh, 84, down 26; eighth, 108, up 33. At Wawasee Unofficial enrollments at Wawasee High School show: ninth, 222, down 19; 10th, 229, down 21; 11th, 228, down 43; and 12th 273, up 43. Dr. Roger Thornton, superintendent, indicated the official enrollnfent date is September 16, and that enrollment tabulations will continue at the corporation office today (Wednesday) and Thursday. These figures do not include the NCI Co-op students.

Reports stolen radar detector

The theft of a black Escort radar detector was reported to Goshen City Police on Monday, Aug. 22, by Larry A. DeWitt, r 5, Syracuse.

Patricia Sanders, Milford, was crowned the 1988 “Miss Kosciusko Scholarship” Queen on Saturday, Aug. 20. She is a 1986 graduate of Wawasee High School and is currently attending Texas Women’s University, majoring in vocal performance. Michelle Sebo was first runnerup, Heidi Young was second runner-up, Leslee Pettitt was third runner-up and Dawn Lemons was fourth runner-up. A special talent award was given to a ribn-finalist. Jennifer Brumbaugh, a Wawasee High School senior, was this year’s recipient; she has studied piano for KHz years.

Jim Ridenour discusses Lake Wawasee pollution

By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer

A wide variety of areas were discussed at the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon last Wednesday. Jim Ridenour, director of the Indi an a I>e partment oL Resources, Was the guest speaker. Bill Beemer, who introduced! Ridenour, noted the chamber had! discussed the limited dump sta-/ tions available for the large cabin cruisers that use Lake Wawasee May through September and felf. there was a problem. He stated this was the reason for Ridenour’s presence at the meeting. He discussed water pollution and the two programs available, including Tx2ooo program and Lake Enhancement Program. The Tx2ooo program is to cut the loss of top soil down to a livable limit by the year 2000. The other program is a study, research and design program for sediment traps and ponds to keep pollution from lakes. He noted a large percentage of the lake pollution comes from rain run-off of fields which carry with it fertilizer, chemicals and so forth. He stated Syracuse and Wawasee Lakes are eligible to apply for the program. Ridenour commented his department has received a large number of complaints regarding lake pollution this year. He believes the bulk of the complaints are caused by the drought and intense heat which makes everything look worse. Conservation officers were asked to check on boats that could be dumping waste into the lakes. The officers found no unsealed septic systems where the owners were capable of opening the system for emptying. “It is not nearly the problem, people believe," commented Ridenour. He noted the biggest problem is leaching from sewage tanks of~ homes around the lake, which are being taken care of with sewer systems going around the lakes. It was noted the pollution pro-

Pictured from left to right are Leslee Pettitt, third runner-ui Michelle Sebo, first runner-up; Shelly Sanders, 1988 Miss Kosciuskt Heidi Young, second runner-up; and Dawn Lemons, fourth runner-u| (Photo by Jennifer Woodward)

Shelly was crowned at the Warsaw Community High; School auditorium. Though she was on “cloud nine” after her win, she had to make a quick trip back to reality. Final preparations and last minute packing were needed as she prepared for her trip back to school the day after her crowning. She is a junior at Texas Women’s University and has been studying vocal performance. Knowing that her career goal may be hard to obtain, she is also studying music education. Shelly says she would prefer to teach on the college level. “I’m mostly interested in performing but, I don’t want to wait tables while I wait for my big break.”

blem of the lake was not just sewage but trash being dumped into the lake and not enough officers to enforce the littering. There are 185 conservation officers in the state, four full time officers in Kosciusko County to patrol 101 lakes. He stated only one other county has four officers theremainder have less. —Ridenour also discussed the Wawasee Family Fishing Area and the future plans of the area. “I met opposition, but I saw a beautiful place,” commented Ridenour who stated he wanted to keep the area as the “last unobstructed view of the lake.” He noted the park currently has a picnic area, water fountains, playground equipment and parking area for 20 boats and trailers. In phase two of the project there will be more public restrooms in the playground area, a long dock for handicapped access to the lake and more. A question and answer period

Syracuse's budget up 18.5 %

ByGLENLONG Staff Writer

Hie Syracuse Town Board met in special session on Monday night, Aug. 22, for the first public reading of the 1989 town budget. Three citizens were in the audience and three board members were present as Elgie Tatman, assistant clerk-treasurer, read budget items for each department of the town. The budget had been approved by the board on Aug. 2. The final public reading of the budget will be at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 29. The 1989 budget totals $1,098,824, an increase of $171,812, 18.5 percent, over the 1988 budget. The park board budget of $36,096, with the biggest percentage increase of 48.372, had been approved by the board on July 26. Items in that budget were stated by Kip Schumm, park board

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Shelly has been working hard towards her career objective. Not only has she been taking the required classes for her major, she has also been participating in many extra-curricular activities. She played the part of Wendy in “Peter Pan,” acted in the play “Belles,” and is a member of the school’s swing choir, the “Choraliers.” She has also received a Certificate of Merit from the American College Theatre Festival. This is not the first time Shelly has won the “Miss Kosciusko” title. She won in 1986 and tfas a top 10 finalist at the state pageant. She is excited to once again be able to make the trip to the “Miss (Continued on page 2)

was held at the end of the meeting. One of the questions raised dealt with the need of a public dump station as the several marinas on the lake that have dumping stations will not let them be used by anyone other than those who purchased their boats from them. Ridenour agreed there is a need for public dumping stations and it’s possible one could be placed at the new Wawasee Family Fishing Area apd would be looked into and thought put into it. This question raised a question by Ridenour, where are the marinas dumping their waste? It was noted that several of the marinas are hooked onto the Syracuse sewer system while the other two have septic systems. . Other questions regarded the legal boundary of the lakes, footage of a pier, speed of boats, size of boats, number of boats and noise.

president, to be in response to replies to the questionnaire sent out as part of the board’s fiveyear plan. The final fire department budgetof $133,345, an increase of 8.391 percent over 1988, did not include provisions for full-time help originally asked for by Jerry Byrd, fire chief. The street department budget of $298,260 is an increase of 30.491 percent and the police budget of $230,360 is up 12 percent over the 1988 budget. The $320,100 budget of the clerk-treasurer is 13 percent higher than in 1988. In other business, the board voted unanimously to proceed with the sewer line extension south between SR 13 and Wawasee Lake as has been considered since 1986. This had been requested several times by Mel Collier, Huntington, who owns several properties there. Hie estimated cost of the project is $30,000, but Jim Hughes, president, pointed out that about 12 property owners will be able to hook (Mito the line.

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