The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 33, Milford, Kosciusko County, 28 September 1988 — Page 15

North Webster news

. BY MARY LEE WILLMAN W • • • Readers living in the North Webster area are encouraged to call their news items to Mary Lee Wi/fman at 834-4544 for publication in this column.

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Creates quilted wallhahging

Urschel, Bippus, and longtime summer resident of Barbee Lake, first became interested in quilting about 20 years ago when she came across the pre-cut pieces of a grandmother’s flower garden pattern quilt. There were no quilting clubs and classes around at that time sos Susan taught herself to quilt by trial and error. She told this reporter, “My grandmother made quilts and now I regret not being more interested at a younger age. I could have benefited greatly from her quiltingTHTOwledge. Now I love everything about quilting, especially books with a lot of oral quilting history.” Susan’s first serious quilting project was a do-it-yourself, quilt-as-you-go sampler pattern quilt. She laughed, “I also taught myself to crochet using butcher’s string and an old crochet hook.” She continued, “Quilting can be addictive. You put so much of

Waiting for fish survey results

Barbee Lakes Property Owners Association Board of Directors met September 17 in Grassy Creek There were 22 directors and three guests present; Eleanor Martin, Mrs. Joe Postrack and Bob Kamberg. Gene Rinehold, association president, stated that the board is waiting for results of the recent fish survey before recommending what type of fish should be Auxiliary has 345 members North Webster American Legion Auxiliary met September 20 at the Legion Hall with 22 members present. It was noted that the auxiliary received several membership trophies at the departmental convention held in early August at Fort Wayne.. Those who attended the convention are: Sue Heath, Billie Schuman, Janet Kiser, Julie Rogers and Joyce Mendenhall. Mrs. Rogers, membership chairman, announced that the North Webster Auxiliary now has 345 members, which is 114 percent of the departmental quota. Appreciation was expressed to Glenna White for hosting the auxiliary picnic in her home in August. The fall conference will be held October 8 and 9 in Indianapolis. There will be six delegates attending from North Webster. New auxiliary members will be initiated at 7 p.m., October 18, in the Legion Hall.

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yourself into your handwork it becomes very personal. Creating a quilt is like every day living. You take the bits and pieces you are given, put them together, and try to make something beautiful.” Susan is a member of the Huntington Heritage Guild and works as a volunteer interpreter at the Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Village. She smiled, “We dress in pioneer costumes and I do quilting while sharing history with groups of school children.” Susan has taught quilting classes at Huntington and North -Manchester for the past four years. She also has her own part time custom curtain and drapery business. In honor of America’s many historical and patriotic observances during the past few years, Susan has created a unique red, white and blue log cabin variation design, quilted wallhanging. “It is my contribution to our heritage,” she said.

stocked in the lakes. Joe Postrack noted that a 37‘/2-inch, nine pound, 10 ounce, Northern Pike was recently caught in the Barbee Chain of Lakes. It was announced that Rinehold and John Weyler of Barbee Property Owners and Barbara Ehrhardt, Tippecanoe Lake Property Owners Association, attended the September 13 meeting of Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board. They were present to express appreciation for the board’s action in having the proposed sewer petition for Tippecanoe Township withdrawn. Weyler reported that attorney Mike Valentine is investigating all possibilities for a sewage disposal project in the Barbee area but there is nothing definite to report as of this date. Don Miller requested that each committee chairman present a list of budget needs for consideration by the board. Bob Downing stated that Merle Harner, Dave Trott and Fred Schaab have been asked to watch for water quality problems in the lakes. Mary Patten volunteered to check water quality at Kuhn Lake. Discussion was held about the cost of postage and printing. It was decided to cancel the association’s Christmas party for this year. Weyler explained the newly proposed county renumbering system will work. EMS lane numbers will be retained and the post office will be sending residents two numbers, one for' the mailbox and one for the house. A series of six boating safety classes are being scheduled for January 1989. During the week the DNR government office can be reached by calling 269-2448. The next board meeting will be held October 15 at 8 a.m., in Grassy Creek Hideaway. 1987 lightning deaths high WASHINGTON - Lightning killed 86 Americans last year, the highest death toll in this decade, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said. Lightning deaths had been declining in recent years, dipping to a record low of 68 fatalities in 1986.

Conservation Club meets Sept. 20. There were 55 members and guests in attendance for the September 20 meeting of Barbee Conservation Club. Roger Allen, president, opened the business session. The meeting was held in the Barbee Conservation Club building. Pledge to the American flag was repeated in unison. Wahneta Gebhart gave the opening prayer and read a poem. A carry-in supper was served. Tables were decorated with bouquets of late summer flowers. Those serving on the dinner committee were: Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Runyon, chairmen; Mr. and Mrs. Howard Stephon, Mr. and Mrs. George Applegate and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Maule. Minutes of the September 12 board of directors meeting were read by Sharol Stewart. Harold Henry gave the treasurer’s report. Other reports were given by: Maxine Gaston, membership; Bob Downing, McClure Lake Conservation Camp; Edna Lawson, summer money making projects; Monica Janacek, August 29 hog roast; Ben Janacek, trustee’s report and Mrs. Stewart, club cook books. A “sing-along” was held with Mrs. Gaston at the piano and Carol Downing as song leader. Those named to the nominating committee are: Mrs. Lawson, Helen Wichern, and Peggy Rinehold. Volunteers are needed to help with clean-up day at the club house on October 1, starting at 8 a.m. Bring your own cleaning supplies and equipment. A wiener roast and covered dish dinner is scheduled for October 18 at the club house. Marge Karst hostess for club Backwater Friends Club members met September 15 in the home of Marge Karst. Dorothy Streby, assistant hostess, gave devotions. She read several poems about, “Love.” Connie Haney, from the Historical Society, showed colored slides and told about Kosciusko County history. The lesson, “Self Esteem” was given by Nancy Corbin. Reports were given by: Gloria Miller, cultural arts; Mildred Gray, gardening; Mrs. Streby, citizenship, and Esther Rider, health and safety. Refreshments of assorted cookies, pudding and fresh fruit was served by Mrs. Karst and Mrs. Streby. Wanda Moser will be hostess for the October meeting. Quilt registry ' The Indiana State Quilt Registry Project for Kosciusko and surrounding counties is being co-sponsored by Lakeland Quilt Club, made up of members from Turkey Creek Township and Tippecanoe Township and the Puzzle Quilters Club of New Paris. It will be held October 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of High and Market Streets, Warsaw. The registry is a state-wide, non-profit effort to document quilts as a part of Hoosier history. The Quilt Registry is not a government project. It is being promoted by individual citizens who realize the importance of preserving our heritage. Over the past few years there has been renewed interest in quilting as a useful and expressive folk art. The registry is not just for old quilts. Recently made quilts will one day be antique quilts and should be registered. The quilts will be photographed, information recorded and , the owner can take the quilt home, all in the same day. The two-year project will conclude with a final registration day at Muncie on April 9,1989. All information about the quilts will be put on microfilm and placed in the Indiana State Historical Archives in Indianapolis. For further information call 856-4103 or 834-7436.

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New Homemaker members

Tippecanoe Township Extension Homemakers met September 21 in the fellowship room in North Webster Church of God. Helen Williams, Glendale, Ariz., was a guest. Dorothy Trott and Jean Krull were welcomed as new members. Hostesses for the day were Helen Wichern, Jeanne Hamilton, Lois Feazel, and Sadie Reynolds. Minutes of tne last meeting were read by Valeria Merkey. Roll call was answered by 34 members and guests. Roll call response was, “My First Date.” Catherine Bause gave the treasurer’s report. Wilma Conner, president, announced that 10 members of the club attended Camp Elko on September 12 and 13.

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MEMBERS OF Hi Neighbors Club met September 22. They toured the old mill at Wilmot and antique shops at Pierceton. A noon luncheon was enjoyed. Those serving on the trip committee were Theda Davis, Evelyn Bowser and Glendora Howard. Avelda Roberts and Betty Jo Roberts will be hostesses for the October meeting. A luncheon and trip to Fashion Farms in Ligonier is planned. —o— SUE WARGON will be guest speaker at both services on October 2 at North Webster United Methodist Church.

Griffith's Wawasee Marina honored

Griffith’s Wawasee Marina was honored as one of Correct Craft’s top selling dealers at the boat company’s annual dealer sales meeting in Orlando, Fla., August 24-26. Located at r 2 box 362, Syracuse, Griffith’s Wawasee Marina has carried the Correct Craft product line for 37 years. Terry Griffith attributes much of their selling success to the quality, performance, and value inherent of Correct Craft boats. Griffith says, “Myself and the entire staff have worked long and hard to reach this level of success. This recent award makes us proud of our efforts. Now our job is to beat our own sales record this 1989 model year! ” Correct Craft President/CEO Walt Meloon praises the marina for their selling achievements. “Dealers like Griffith’s Wawasee Marina are valued members of the Correct Craft family. We are thankful for their dedication to selling our product and to providing quality service to their many customers. Terry and Dan Griffith, and everyone at the marina are commended for their great year. It’s a job well done.” As for the model, year ahead, the Correct Craft product line ofArea residents booked at jail The following persons were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail this past week: Douglas Scott Sweet, 18, r 1 box 157, Syracuse, was sentenced to the county jail by Superior Court following his sentence suspension being revoked. Troy W. Giant, 27, r 3 box 470, Syracuse, was sentenced to the county jail for one year by Kosciusko Superior Court and given good time credit. Richard Dewey Baker, 28, r 1 box 149, Syracuse, was booked on two counts of non-sufficient funds on checks and released on SSOO bond. Michael Bruce Smith, 36, r 2 box 392, Syracuse, was arrested for assault and battery and simple assault. He was released on $250 bond. Michelle Beth Miller, 20, r 1 box 119, Apt. B, North Webster, was booked on a charge of illegal consumption and released on $175 bond. James Dale Marion, 41, MidLakes Trailer Park, North Webster, was charged with battery and held without bond. Oscar O. Pena, Jr., 20, P.O. Box 422, Milford, was charged with disorderly conduct and released on $175 bond.

A carry-in luncheon was served at noon. Mrs. Conner gave devotions entitled, “An act of love.” Tables were decorated with colorful metal lunch pails, pencils, crayons, slates, and other school days items. The serving table featured colorful balloons and a decorated cake, done in a Hawaiian theme, in recognition of Virginia Perry’s birthday. Maxine Gaston played the piano and Carol Downing led group singing. Mrs. Bause read a letter of appreciation from the 4-H Foundation for a recent donation. The group voted to assess each member $1 to help build up the county treasury. It was decided to continue the National Geographic Children’s magazine subscription for North WebsterTippecanoe Township public

BOUQUETS TO An and Ngoc Tran who became citizens of the United States on September 16. —o— CHILDREN IN grades three, four and five from North Webster United Methodist Church will be attending Fall Fest, Oct. 28-30, at Camp Lakewood, Kendallville. Theme for the event is “God Colors My World.” There will be fellowship, study, cookouts, singing, hiking, nature study, crafts, games, and stories. —o— VOLUNTEERS ARE needed for the October 1 clean-up day at Barbee Conservation Club

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Library. Ida Hart gave the gardening report. She cautioned that plants being taken into the house for the winter should be checked carefully for insect infestation. Margaret Gephart read information explaining the need for the United States -Constitution. Mrs. Perry read a humorous poem entitled, “What Is a Homemaker.” The lesson, “Fashions For Figure Types and Changing Figures” was given by Dot Kurth. Items for the Christmas bazaar will be priced and tagged on October 27 at the home of Mrs. Bause. Due to conflicting dates, the October meeting will be held on the 20th instead of the 19th. It will be a Halloween costume party.

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| I : C 11 el F I i fl IS ■ • f| fl I I I SI I 1 KI 1 A ■fl ? THE MAKING OF A COMMERCIAL — Jeff Secor, of the Image Group, explained to the Syracuse/Wawasee Rotarians at their Tuesday’ Sept. 20 noon luncheon held at the Beacon, how a 30-second commercial was made for Rinker Boats. Jerry Ganshorn was the program chairman. Pictured left to right are Jeff Secor, and Dick Conroy, Syracuse/Wawasee Rotary president. (Photo by Lewis Immel.)

Vending machine among items stolen

The following incidents of theft and vandalism were investigated by Syracuse Police between last Saturday, Sept. 24, and Monday, Sept. 26: Wayne Orten, Syracuse, reported that someone had stolen a Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette vending machine, located at Our Place Restaurant, South Huntington Street, sometime between 6 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, and 5 a.m. Monday. The machine is valued at $250, while $25 in change was also taken. Charles E. Smith, Syracuse, reported the theft of a 26-inch bicycle from the porch of his home at 718 E. Baltimore St., sometime Sunday, Sept. 25. The value of the bike is unknown. Vandalism was reported by Charles Summerlot, Syracuse, after a bicycle was taken from his residence at 213 W. Washington St. and was returned

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with a bent rear tire and broken gear cable. The bicycle was taken at 5 p.m. Sunday and later retrieved by neighbors who saw a suspect ride away with the bike. Vandalism was also reported by Iva Scott, 318 E. Boston St., after someone had used paraffin to write graffiti on her automobile while it was parked at her residence between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Barry Bruland, 52 North Shore Dr., reported that someone had cut a rope and took a boat that had been tied to the pier of his home sometime between last Thursday,. Sept. 22, and Friday night, Sept. 23. The boat, a 12-foot Bass Tracker with a four horsepower Evinrude light twin engine, was valued at $2,000. All of the incidents remain under investigation by Syracuse > Police.

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