The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 3, Milford, Kosciusko County, 1 March 1989 — Page 7

Community corner

Pot O'Gold fund-raiser to benefit the YMCA

Committee members recently met to finalize plans for "Pot O' Gold,” a fund-raising dance being held to benefit the Kosciusko Community YMCA The second annual event will include dancing, food and prizes. A local group, "Tap Dancing Bats,” will provide the music for the evening, featuring a mix of numbers, predominantly from the 19605. Prizes donated include a get-away weekend at White Hill Manor, a SIOO gift certificate from Neck of the Woods, a £IOO savings bond from Trustcorp Bank, a lead crystal vase from Warsaw Cut Glass, and a YMCA membership. The grand prize to

A ft r® 09 k ■ nm J ST. PATRICK S DAY DANCE — Committee members met recently to finalize plans for the second annual fund-raising gala, "Pot O’ Gold." Seated from left in the front are Jane Scott, Judy Prichard. Connie Horton. Curt Meschke and Sheila Warren. Prom left in the back are Pamala Van Dyck. Shawn Patterson. Becky Mitchell and Cindy Cripe.

More than a theme

By KAREN S. LOWRY Extension Agent t-H and Youth

"Say Yes to 4-H" is more thana theme. It is a commitment from people across the state of Indiana to evaluate and improve 4-H programming. It is a commitment in the Kosciusko County 4-H program to establish priorities and take the necessary action to see the priorities accomplished. ' “Say Yes to 4-H" in Kosciusko County will address the following priorities: initiate 4-H program with the public library, emphasize school enrichment programs, embark on a public relations/marketing campaign, continue to increase emphasis on volunteer leader recruitment and training and utilize video tapes for individual project instruction Action has been taken on some of the priorities, such as development of "Discover Your Library" as a 4-H project, distribution of "Say Yes to 4-H" rulers and use of school enrichment programs in county elementary schools, but much more must be done for our priorities to be achieved. The

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be awarded at the close of the evening will be a one-week Caribbean cruise for two. This year s gala is scheduled for St. Patrick's Day, Friday. March 17. at the Wagon Wheel Restaurant, “Twenty-Five Seventeen." Registration will begin at 7 p.m., with the evening's activities commencing at 8 p.m Connie Horton of United Telephone is serving as general chairwoman for the event, and a limited number of tickets are still avaiTable. All ticket proceeds will go to the YMCA general operating fund. It is the policy of the Kosciusko Community YMCA that no per-

Kosciusko County 4-H Council along with the 4-H/Youth Extension Agent will be responsible for planning and implementing a majority of the priority actions. We appreciate the efforts of our "Say Yes to 4-H" committee and the excellent exchange of ideas that occurred at our meeting on February 14 Yes. 4-H has something to offer every 10-19 year old in Kosciusko County With the support and effort of concerned individuals, we hope to realize our county 4-H program priorities and to continue to offer a quality 4-H experience to any interested young person 4-H is the right choice! 4-H Calendar March 1 — 4-H enrollment deadline March 1 — 4-H Leaders Enrichment meeting. 7:30 p m.. Justice Building meeting room March 6 — Rotary Leader Training meeting. 5:30 p.m.. registration. Shrine Building March 6 — Mentone United 4-H Club meeting. 7:15 p.m.. Mentone Elementary cafeteria March 7 — 4-H Horse and Pony meeting; 7 pm., fairgrounds March 7 — 4-H Rabbit Workshop. 7 p.m.. Justice building lounge

son be denied the benefit of membership or programs, due to financial limitations. Assistance is based upon the recipient's need, referrals from social agencies. schools, churches or individuals who are aware of the need. This is made possible through efforts, such as this annual fund-raising dance, and by the support of the United Way and friends of the YMCA. Tickets and information about the Pot O' Gold dance may be obtained by contacting the Kosciusko Community YMCA at 1401 East Smith Street. Warsaw, or calling 269-YMCA.

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SORORITY INITIATION CEREMONY — Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority. North Webster, recently initiated Ronica Brown and Laura Zeigler. Janet Allen conducted the candlelight ceremony in the home of Page Story. Other members assisting with the ceremony were Page Story. Cyndi Heckaman. Norma Eisaman. Marian Breyer. Betty Richcreek, and Linda Hoy. Theta Sigma now has 19 active members. The sorority is known nationally for its speech and hearing projects. Shown in the photo are Ronica Brown, Janet Allen, and Laura Zeigler.

CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY — Larry and Patti Martindale. 501 South Main Street. Syracuse, recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary . Larry and Patti (Mock) Martindale were niairied on February 28. 1964. by Rev. Carl Cable in Zion Chapel. Syracuse. Martindale is employed at Dana Corporation. Syracuse. Mrs. Martindale is a licensed day-care prov ider in their home. They are the parents of three children: Christi Martindale. Fort Wayne: Cherie Martindale, who attends IJ’urdue University: and Craig Martindale, at home. 4 hey are members of the Christian Church in Milford.

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we M TO WED MARCH 18 — Paula Shearer, 900 W. Canal St., Winona Lake, and Robert Bartman of Syracuse announce their upcoming marriage. The bride-elect is the daughter of Annette Wappes, 900 W. Canal St., Winona Lake, and attended Warsaw Community High School. The groom-elect is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bill Bartman, Syracuse. He attended Wawasee High School and is currently employed at Syracuse Rubber Company. The wedding date has been set for March 18. The ceremony will be held in Calvary United Methodist Church, Syracuse. Mobile Meals Drivers Volunteer drivers for Syracuse Mobile Meals have been scheduled as follows: March 6-10 MONDAY - Helen Shanklin TUESDAY- Marilyn Ringler WEDNESDAY - Dick Losee THURSDAY - June Baker and Belva Rookstool FRIDAY — Dorothy Kitson Volunteer drivers for Milford Mobile Meals are: March 6-10 MONDAY — Margie Brooks TUESDAY- Jean Treesh WEDNESDAY - Kate Doty THURSDAY — Mary Duncan FRIDAY — Donna Fisher

Retirees hold carry-in dinner The retirees of UAW Local *1405 held a carry-in dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 22. in the basement of Saint Martin de Porres Church, Syracuse. The dinner featured ham and fried chicken There were 13 members and six visitors present. Lester Wright served as host for the dav. Following the meal. Dorothy Murphy held a business meeting

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Few older Americans approve of Medicare Catastrophic Act

Fewer than five percent of older Americans approve of the controversial Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988. a member survey conducted by the nation's second largest senior organization showed today. “It is the seniors only financing which, virtually all. members of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare find so objectionable, said Chairman James Roosevelt "The new legislation requires that seniors pay for 100 percent of the cost of new benefits —a congressional mandate only three percent consider fair.' ’ The financing isn’t the only flaw in the Catastrophic Coverage Act. however, Roosevelt said. The fact the legislation offered no nursing home care and little improvement in home health care means it does not live up to its title —a fact which also infuriates seniors. To impress upon Congress that older America is dissatisfied with the catastrophic legislation. Roosevelt said he has sent copies of the survey to every' congressman and senator. In addition, the National Committee has sent a legislative alert to its 5.5 million members and supporters, urging them to write their representatives and senators. "Right now is the time to nip the outrageous catastrophic inwcome tax on senior citizens in the bud." proclaims the alert just mailed to National Committee members from Roosevelt. "Let's face it. this legislation is just a bad deal. " To facilitate members contacting the Congress, each alert contains three post cards, preaddressed to the individual National Committee member's congressman and two senators. The message portion of the postcard is blank, allowing National Committee members to express themselves individually to Their

’’a 15 'J It i ' w k ■ L 1 TO WED LN JUNE — Robert and Patsy Graff. 13359 CRSO. Syracuse, announce the engagement of their daughter, Susanna, to Jeffrey Shane Tharp. Ligonier. He is the son of Eddie and Jan Tharp, r 1, Hopedale, HI. The bride-elect is a 1987 graduate of Syracuse Christian School. The groom-elect is a 1987 graduate of Lincoln Christian School in Lincoln. 111. He is currently employed by Jayco in Middlebury. The couph* will be married June 10.

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elected officials The National Committee survey. conducted by the Chicago firm of Research USA Inc., also showed virtually half of all seniors (47 percent) feel Medicare should be expanded to include long-term care — both nursing home and home health care, said Roosevelt. However, they don’t want that additional care to overburden the average taxpayer. Roosevelt noted The three most popular possible means of paying for long-term care, out of the eight mentioned in the survey, were increased taxes on alcohol and cigarettes (76 percent), imposing Social Securitv and Medicare

wk < M - b I ■ ■ I V ’ '"~~ r 489 EXCHANGES VOWS FEB. 18 — Michaelie Renee Graff became the bride of Daniel E. Bartels on February 18 at 2 p.m. in the Calvary United Methodist Church. Rev. David Maish officiated the ceremony. The bride and groom were given in marriage by their parents, Ernest and Donna Knight, Syracuse, and Duane and Sandy Bartels, North Webster. The bride wore a white silk Victorian-style dress. She carried a bouquet of peach roses accented with mint green. She wore a headpiece which matched her bouquet. Misty Caudill, Syracuse, was maid of honor. She wore a mint green dress and carried a bouquet of peach flowers. Joe Welker. Elkhart, was best man. A reception followed in the home of Kay Caudill, sister of the bride. The bride is a 1987 graduate of Wawasee High School. She is employed at Big Wheel. The bridegroom is a 1985 graduate of Wawasee High School. He is presently employed at Commodore Homes. The couple is now residing in Syracuse.

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taxes on wages over $45,000 (67 percent), and establishing a national lottery < 64 percent). Asked what Congress needs to do to correct the flawed Catastrophic Coverage Act. National Committee members wanted to either add long-term health care i 35 percent) or find a different, method of financing (27 percent). Some 31 percent of higher income members also suggested making the coverage optional Only 11 percent of members called for outright repeal of the entire law. Not surprisingly, the opposition to the catastrophic legislation's "seniors only” financing was heaviest among poorer

members. Roosevelt said. Responses from all but the poorer members shows a willingness to pay approximately 25 percent of the cost of this Medicare expansion, he said. When poorer respondents are factored in. however, "just over half those surveyed felt seniors should not have to pay anything at all for the expanded coverage. " said the former congressman and eldest son of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. . The survey also shows seniors feel there are a number of health care issues Congress needs to address. but they showed no strong agreement on which issue should get the highest priority. Reducing Medicare premiums and out-of-pocket hospital and doctor costs was No. 1 with 43 percent of seniors. Roosevelt said. Expansion of Medicare to cover nursing home care was the top priority of 33 percent, and expansion of home health care to' prevent or delay nursing home stays was the major goal of 23 percent. The survey, conducted for the National Committee by Research USA of Chicago, involved polling 1000 National Committee members chosen at random. The response rate was better than 80 percent, giving the survey data a reliability rate of plus or minus four percent.

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