The Mail-Journal, Volume 27, Number 47, Milford, Kosciusko County, 4 January 1989 — Page 7
Hoosier attitudes provide guidance for Celebration 'BB
“A Comparison Study of Attitudes about Indiana” is the result of a recent questionnaire completed by members of the Governor’s Commission for Hoosier Celebration ’BB. As the title states, the study is a comparison of attitudes held by Hoosiers about their state. Consisting of two separate, but similar studies, the first was completed near the start of the Hoosier Celebration ’BB effort in November 1985, and was designed to provide guidance for the im-
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Christmas 1988 has come and gone
Christmas 1988 has come and gone. It wasn’t a white Christmas until December 26, then it really turned white and slippery. We went to Marion on Christmas Eve to be with Hubby’s side of the family. We were at Daughter’s house on Christmas day, and on New Year’s day we were at Grandhouse. Everyone had a good time, but it seems like the visits are never long enough. There are so many current family happenings and future plans to be discussed. Our Christmas tree was put up a week before Christmas, but we never did get around to decorating it. We have a small artificial tree that just suits our small house. Hubby put one string of lights on the tree, and Fooler the cat seemed to think he was supposed to take them off. Fooler chewed the light cord and pulled the Christmas bulbs out of their sockets. It was a losing battle. We had no place to put the tree where it would be out of Fooler’s, reach and he wouldn’t leave things alone. So, there it stands, with no decorations and one battered string of lights hanging off of it in all directions. For the sake of safety, we will have to dispose of the lights. Maybe we can think of- a solution before time to put the tree up next year. To prevent a “mob scene’’ in Daughter’s kitchen on Christmas day, we had dinner carry-in style. It fell to this Reporter to bring the turkey. I had to do some fast thinking because I wasn't going to be home long enough before or
It happened > . . in North Webster
10 YEARS AGO, JAN. 3,1979 Miriam Circle members will meet at 7:30 p.m., January 8, in the fellowship room at North Webster United Methodist Church. A meeting concerning, “Christianity, Legislation and the Law” will be held at 7:30 p.m , January 11, in the fellowship room of ftorth Webster Ifnited Methodist Church. The meeting is open to anyone who is interested. Dave Stookey will serve as chairman. He will present information about pending legislation. Those in charge of activities for the Family Christmas Eve party held at North Webster United Methodist Church were: Rev. and Mrs. A. C. Underwood, Marian Breyer, the Tri Tones, ' Marilyn Nulf, Nannette Dipert, Linda Stookey and Mary Stackhouse. Following a special program, Christian film, prayer services, and a time of sharing at North Webster Church of God on December 31, watch parties were enjoyed. Hosts wj»re Mr. a net Mrs. Bob Likens, Win-One Sunday School class, and Mr. and Mrs. Orlie Black, Hustlers class. «. Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Willman and family, Leesburg, spent Christmas Eve at Marion. They visited with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Willman and family and T. L. Sellers and sons. They attended a family dinner and Christmas gift exchange at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Willman. T 20 YEARS AGO. JAN. 1, 1969 The North Webster Lumber Co., owned, by Fred .0. Carey, Kosciusko county builder and developer for the past 17 years, has been sold to Richard B. McCool of Tippecanoe lake, effective January 1, 1969. McCool owns retail lumber yards at Delphi, Winamac, Tipton. and Kokomo. The yard, managed for the past three years by Ralph (“P.ete”)
piementation of the Hoosier Celebration ’BB program. Information for this study was gathered from 800 randomly selected residents throughout the state. Before the name floosier Celebration ’BB was adopted, the Indiana public was asked how they felt about the word “Hoosier.” In 1985, over half of the Indiana public answered either “yes” they’ did describe themselves as Hoosiers or volunteered that they sometimes
BY MARY LEE WILLMAN 4 • Readers living in the North-Webster area are encouraged to call their news items to Mary Lee Willman at 83-1-4544 for publication in this column.
during Christmas day to bake a turkey. With my fingers crossed, I baked the turkey a week ahead of time and put it in the freezer. Christmas day, we took the turkey out of the freezer first thing in the morning and then put it in the microwave for a few minutes just before dinner. It was perfect, just like fresh baked. Part of the joy of Christmas, for this Reporter’s family, is hearing from friends and family
It Happened in
King Arthur's Town
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to: Justin Brinegar, Marvin Helsel and Rhoda Wright, January 1; Lester Stabler, Vernon Zurcher and Gertrude Kiser, January 2; Jim Clayton, Jim Likens and Mike Clark, January 3; Brent Rose and Rita Harris, January 4; Meghan Boggs and Kent Butcher, January 5; Harold Leach, January 7; Doug Brinegar, Mary Ellen Haney, Todd Reiff and Harriet White, January 9; Tony Kuhn and Barbara Towriss, January 10; Dennis Dußois and Dave Martin, January 11; Joe Reynolds, Sr., January 12; Ashley Madriz, January 13; Tag Huffman and Ernest Johensen, Jason Mickley, Mikki Wagner and Zermah Wright, January 14; Carol Baugher, Roberta Ferverda, Monetta Gray, David Matz,
Craw, will continue operation with the same personnel. Besides Craw as manager, other employees to continue are George Staples, Ivan Thompson, Harold Galloway and Phyllis Engle. A birthday dinner of turkey and all the trimmings was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jess Poyser at Cromwell on Sunday. It was in honor of Alfred Kuhn, father of Mrs. (Annie) Poyser, Three of Mr. Kuhn’s children were present. Fourteen grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren enjoyed watching their grandfather blow out the candles on his birthday cake. Rev. and Mrs. Dennis Brown just returned from East Petersburg, Pa. They were visiting Mrs. Brown’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Neff. On returning they brought Mrs. “Brown's sister, Joanna, with them. Joanna recently returned from Bolivia after spending two years there in the Brethren Volunteer Service. She will be spending a week with Mr. and Mrs. Brown ; Mrs. Mary Fidler, Donna Jean •Fidler, Mrs. Elizabeth - Rothenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Fisler and family, all of North Webster; Mr. and Mrs. John Clark of Fort Wayne and their son and family of Wheaton, 111., were Christmas guest of Mr. and, Mrs. Harold Kline of Syracuse. Mrs. Audrey Harman and .children of Rudolph, Ohio, spent the dayrecently with Mrs. Jennie Streby Mr and Mrs; Cecil “Gulmier of south of North Webster are spending the winter months in Weslaco. Texas. - Mr and Mrs. Don Harman and son Scott of South Bend spent the week end. with Mrs. Jennie Streby. Sunday afternoon callers were Mr and Mrs. Jerry Stohler of Pendleton Mr. and. Mrs. Charles Emrick and children, Dan, Mike and
did. Four out of 10 said they liked being referred to as Hoosiers and most of the rest felt neutrally about being described as such. Only 11 percent disliked being called Hoosiers. From the answers to these two questions the Hoosier Index was created. As shown in the diagram which follows, "Real Hoosiers” are those who both use the term to describe themselves and per-’ sonally like being referred to as a Hoosier. They were 35 percent of the public in 1985 and are 55 oer-
members who live far away. The cards and letters are so special and bring news about weddings, new babies, vacations and graduations. A year seems like a long time to wait before Christmas comes again. But, it will be here before we know it 1 , and this Reporter will probably be scrambling around trying to get things don** at the last minute, just 3s though I had never done it before.
Deb Sumpter, Huong Tran, Yen Tran and Jeaneen Hienhoff, January 15; Bill McNeal, January 17; Robin Cox and Viola Whitehead, January 18; Helen Grile and Jessica Likens, January 19; Billy Heckaman and Chris Lung, January 20; Nancy Corbin, Lois Blaugh and Ruth Hamman, January 21; Chuck Dye, January 22; Jimmy Adams, January 23; Dave Waldrop, Joni Bodkin, Mark Wagoner and Ranee Tom, January 26; Peggy Rinehold, January 27; Cinda Culver, Helen Wozniack, Betty Lou Shock and Evelyn Kimmel, January 28; Tammy Adams, January 29. zA —o— Junior High youth from North Webster Church of God are plan-
Sherry of Wabash, Rev. and Mrs. Earl Sharp and son Jim of Muncie were Christmas day guests of Rev. and Mrs. Lee Sharp of Epworth Forest. Another son, Charles, and daughter Susan celebrated Christmas on Sunday before so they could leave for a Florida vacation over the holidays. On Saturday night before Christmas, guests of Mrs. Mary Morgan were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Shock and Melody and Blaine and guest, Larry Clark of Delphi and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Kistler and daughter Jennifer of Indianapolis. Christmas day dinner guests of Mrs. Elmo Shock were Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Dorsey, Mr. and Mrs. William Dorsey and children, Jeffery, Christine, and Debra, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Simmons and children, Bryan and Brenda, all of Syracuse; and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Shock and Melody and Blaine-Shock, Mrs. D-Maris Wilson, all of North Webster; and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Meyers and children, Bobbie and Kenney of Warsaw. Later arrivals were Mr. and Mrs. David Miller and son. / y* fJIA OG R A P H Y 457-2561
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cent of Commission members today. “Nominal Hoosiers,” 31 percent of the public and 29 percent of the Commission, use the term, but neither like nor dislike it. “Detached Hoosiers,” 31 percent of the public and 10 percent of the Commission, do not use the term and feel neutral about it. Right Direction? In 1985, 62 percent of the Indiana public felt that things in Indiana were generally going in the right direction and 26 percent felt things had pretty seriously gotten off on the wrong track. In the intervening years, public opinion that things were going in the right direction peaked at 65 percent in 1987 and had dropped to 56 percent by May of 1988. Nine out of 10 members of the Commission today, think things are going in the right direction for Indiana. Is Indiana Better Or Worse? Two-thirds of the Governor’s Commission for Hoosier Homecoming ’BB think Indiana is a better place to live than other states in this part of the country. Only 40 percent of the public felt so in 1985. Proportions are similar afeiong Commission members from across the state with slightly more (73 percent) in the metropolitan collar counties around Marion thinking Indiana is better than other states. There are many criteria which Hoosiers refer to when rating Indiana. Some 19 characteristics were reviewed by the public and Commission members, rating each one on the 0-10 scale. Top ratings included such characteristics as friendly people, a good place to live and good colleges and universities. Major exceptions are that the public thinks more highly of the quality of the public schools and well- «»
hing a sledding party for January 15. —O—- ’ I Remember to feed the birds during cold weather and make sure your pets have a warm dry place to sleep and fresh food and water. —o— Fooler the cat got into an argument with the neighbor's cat and lost. He was damaged to the tune of over S2O. At least that is what it cost to have him repaired by the vet. We warned him he should always try to play nice. Till next week ...
David Joe, of Warsaw. 30 YEARS AGO, JAN. 1. 1959 ” Officers were installed Monday evening at a meeting of the North Webster Room 4-U 4-H club. I Sandra Bell and Jo Ann Royer gave demonstrations on foods, and sewing, respectively. One Thing I Would Like To Get For Christmas was the response to roll call. Jill Sullivan gave the health and safety lesson about posture and personality, aid Marsha Shock led the group singing of Christmas Carols. Nancy Stump was in charge of recreation. 50 YEARS AGO. The Syracuse Public Library is missing issues of the Syracuse Journal between January 1 and May 31,1939. g Doll's Decorating Wallpaper B Sale » "Hurry In!” js Sf 20% Off WaII Books Everyday 658-4033 § Milford f
kept neighborhoods than Commission members do. Pride In Indiana’s Past When asked to think of anything or anybody in Indiana’s history that people are particularly proud of. four out of 10 members of the public or the Commission cannot come up with names, events or traditions off hand. Among the 62 percent who can, two persons who became President of the Unjted States — Abraham Lincoln and Benjamin Harrison — get the mostrnention. While 41 percent of Commission members and 55 percent of the public cannot give a top of mind answer to the question, “Can you think of any traditions in Indiana that are important for the state,” those who can do so, name the Indianapolis 500 and basketball as tops; Job Emphasis Both public and Commission members feel the state should put more emphasis on expanding skilled labor jobs than white collar or farm jobs. However, Commission members feel more than others that emphasis should be placed equally on expanding opportunities in all three sectors. Among five industries — farming, automotive, steel, electronics, and services, threefourths of both public and Commission members think electronics will be &ore important to Indiana in the future. The same proportion of. the Commission, but only half of the public shares this view of the importance of service industries. Half of the public, and one-quarter of the Commission members, think farming and the auto industry will be more important in the future. Controlling Future Can Indiana control its future? The answer is a resounding “yes:” Three-fourths of the public and 95 percent of Commission members think Indiana — through cooperation and leadership — can control its future. Twenty-two percent of the public and only 4 percenteof Commission members are fatalists who think the state’s future will depend on forces largely outside of the state's control.
Elvis BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE FRIDAY, JAN. 6TH - 6 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT , . ' .1 ■ - - ■ ■ ’ ■■ : The First Great Radio Special Os 1989 From FM 98 .- ./'J : . n January Sth. 54 years -J f ’ . ago. the man who would be King p ~ was born Elvis Aron Presley was / V J * destined to change the course, of ’ international music history and became an enduring American legend of mythical proportions. Today.' eleven years after -Jr ’ ’« /' • his untimely passing, the legend /Zl . X'Y' • continues io .grow! Within the 1 i ' - * ' ' ~ ’ past year headlines were made ' S as “all-Elvis" radio became a j ' v "Wt reality . . . persistent rumors that ' “Elvis Is Alive" fostered a best- '. i \ • i 4 M J selling book. . . and an acetate of / ; _ , y > , * ' Elvis'very first Sun recording was ' /\ 1 "k «. ' uncovered and reported to be —, w > the world's most valuable record. z The timing couldn’t be better for *• » * The Elvis Presley Birthday lr ' ;w / -J, W1 ’ * a Tribute! x,. J / 4 'WW- ' 0% “'*>• On Friday,. Jan. 6, 1989, fry tftr' ‘ & FM 98 begins another year of .« ; spectacular programming with its ' \ *• first-ever Elvis’ Birthday celebra; C tion. This 18-hour Salute will Wk 4 r w feature Elvis Presley's greatest hr\ hits and most memorable perfor- , V®'" mances. Interview segments with r . W , Elvis and the people who knew ' . him best will present an affec- , . . '-v'i .'j" • ' donate” audio portrait of the man . z* l - behind the myth. PltlS •• • * ■ . ’.** . ’ ’ Elvis Picture Disks giveaways ... sure to be collectors’ items. I Elvis Trivial Pursuit Games valued at SSO each. ___ 1 year subscriptions to the Official ELVIS Magazine. y Passes for 2 for the GRACELAND TOUR for 2 lucky couples. AND FM9B IS GIV ING AWAY 20 PAIRS OF TICKETS TO rinVSKUJaoLo SEE THE SPECTACULAR “ELVIS TRIBUTE SHOW” AT THE HOLIDAY STAR THEATER. THIS INCLUDES TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE SHOW ON JANUARY 7TH. Plus there will be more surprises in store! 9 » .
■ ■ V I I jity (ji W ■V Z I I B ■ y • jffi i • 'Bo i P BRAZIL STUDENT TELLS OF HOME — The Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club, during its weekly meeting Tuesday, heard from a Rotary youth exchange student, Moses Costa de Sa, from Sao Paulo, Brazil. The youth will be in Indiana until February. He presented a plaque to the local club from the Rotary Club in Sao Paulo. Moses is staying with Dr. and Mrs. Richard (Susan) Brungardt and Dr. and Mrs. V. Logan (Jane) Love during his time in Syracuse. j Shown in the front row are Rosalina Santana from Goiania, Brazil; Moses Costa de Sa; and Dick Conroy, president of the Syracuse Wawasee Rotarv Club. In back are Dr. Love, Susan Brungardt and Dr. Brungardt (Photo by Lewis Immel)
Library given cassettes of PBS classics
. Milford Public Library has received more than 100 hours of P'BS programming, including: “American Playhouse,” “Planet Earth,” “Nova,” “The Jewel in the Crown,” and Alistair Cooke’s "America” on VHS videocassettes. This award-winning collection was a gift from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Library Video Classics Project —a nationwide project to make the - tapes available to public libraries. Libraries from
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Portland, Maine, to Wasila, Alaska, are participating in the project. p John E. Corbally, president of the foundation, states, “Until now, most libraries could usually afford only moderately priced feature films. Our support is making the best programs in the arts, the -sciences, and the humanities available to everyone with a library f . The growth of Ijbritrtes circulating videocassettes, the number of VCRs in America’s
homes, and negotiations with distributors for a volume purchase at a discount made this undertaking feasible. A program guide to describe the offerings will accompany the videos, and all series include complete public performance rights to allow in-library and community group showings. Other titles included in the series are; “American Short Story,” “Civilization,” “Life on Earth,” “Great Performances,” and “The Story of English.”
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