The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 9, Milford, Kosciusko County, 12 April 1989 — Page 7

Community corner

Priscilla Rhode: Head of SOS program

I By MARY BETH BILTZ Staff Writer

Someone once said that the words “May I help?” rank right up there with (if they don’t outweigh) the three little words “I love you.” There are always pec pie in the community who find asking if they can help as common to their lips as breath — and who find following through on a request for assistance a job that they were born to do. Seeing as National Volunteer Week is celebrated during the month of April, the “May I help?” attitude, where found across the nation or locally, should be recognized. Though examples of the spirit of helping are plentiful, the Samaritans-On-Standby program in Syracuse is a good example of volunteers in action. Organized in 1987 by the Syracuse Ministerial Association, SOS began operation in January of 1988 with long-time Syracuse resident Priscilla Rhode at its head. Rhode had been asked by the Ministerial Association to take charge of the program because of her substantial experience in social work. A trained social worker with a 1953 master’s degree from In-

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TEDDY BEAR PARADE —The Lakeland Daycare Center and the Syracuse Community Nursery School kicked off the "Week of the Young Child,” April 9-15, with a Teddy Bear Parade on Monday, April 10. KEM, the local chapter of Association for Young Children chose April 9-15 as the Week of the Young Children. KEM covers Kosciusko, Elkhart and Marshall counties. The National Association for the Education of Young Children recognizes April as the Month of the Young Child. The staff and children from both programs paraded with their Teddy Bears from their respective locations on W. E. Long Drive to

It happened . . . in Milford

10 YEARS AGO, APRIL 11, 1979 The Milford Community Bazaar held this past week end was termed a highly successful event by participants. Over SIB,OOO was taken in with an expected profit of around $16,000 when expenses are met. Mr. and Mrs. Merle Campbell of Milford will be honored on April 22 in the Apostolic Christian Church fellowship hall as they observe the 50th anniversary of their marriage. The couple was married on April 18, 1929, in the Leesburg Methodist Church. Hosting the event will be the couple’s children, Merle (Bud) Campbell, Jr. and Phillip Campbell, both of Milford; Mrs. Robert (Nancy) Wilson and Mrs. Bruce (Betty) Vanlaningham, both of Chester, S.D ; their wives and husbands. The Campbells also have 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren Among the Wawasee High School graduates who have been added to those named last week as having been initiated into the Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor Society at Ball State University on Sunday. April 1, are Roger Baumgartner, son of Mr and Mrs. Roger Baumgartner of Main Street. Milford; and Rex Wuthrich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Wuthrich, r 2 Milford. Officers of the Milford Junior Merry Maidens 4-H club are Danae Berkeypile, president; Suzette Hunsberger, vice president; Stacy Wall, secretary; Janet Wall, treasurer; Lesha Smith, devotional leader; Missy Evans and Debra Schafer, recreation leaders, Marie Schafer, health and safety leader, Marcia Evans, song leader: and Judy Wall, reporter.

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diana University, Rhode got her first social work experience in the Warsaw Department of Public Welfare which provided much assistance to the aged. She believes that work with the aged is what stimulated her concern and interest in the SOS program.

20 YEARS AGO, APRIL 9, 1969 The travel trailer industry’s first skylight, the “Astrodome,” has been introduced by. Barth, Inc., as an optional feature on the 1969 Barth Continental series of travel coaches. Dr. H. C. Snyder was one of the two county dentists honored at the April 2 meeting of the county dental society for 50 years of dental service to his community. Mr. and Mrs. Ted C. Speicher of r 1 Milford are the parents of their first child, a daughter, named Melissa Lynn. She was born in the Goshen Hospital Monday, April 7, at 7:05 p.m. Melissa tipped the scales at eight pounds, 3'4 ounces and was 20 inches in length. Mr. and Mrs. Neal Cory, of Milford, observed their 29th wedding anniversary on Monday. Andy Brown, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown of Milford, entertained several friends on Friday afternoon to celebrate his eighth birthday, which was Sunday. Beth Beer and Ann Kaiser, both of Milford, were Sunday afternoon guests of Deborah Hartman, also of Milford. Mr. and Mrs Jim Avery. Tam my and Tracey of r I Milford were Easter day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nyce and Vicki Sue. also of r 1 Milford. 30 YEARS AGO, APRIL 9, 1959 Ren Clark. Milford Chamber of Commerce president, announced Wednesday that the following Milford business houses will close on Wednesday afternoons instead of Thursday, starting. April 15: Little, Sponseller and Clark Insurance and Accounting, Milford

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SOS offers four main services for Syracuse area citizens age 50 or over, and the handicapped: Medicare assistance, daily telephone checks, transportation to appointments or to the store, and handyman help for small household repairs. People on the

Pickwick Place, Syracuse. Gloria Frew, KEM member, presented Sally Cotton, president of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, with the Directory of Preschool Programs compiled by KEMAEYC at Pickwick Place. Badges stating "We Care For America's Children,” were also distributed. Following the presentation the children walked to the Syracuse Public Library to watch a Berenstain Bear video. Shown in the photo is the presentation made to Mrs. Cotton and those children who participated in the Teddy Bear Parade. (Photo by Deb Patterson)

Electric, Peggy Shop, Good’s Barber Shop and Martin’s Barber Shop, The Melody Case, Bray’s Electric; the telephone company and the bank have been closing on Wednesday. Winners of the three prizes given away at the last Waubee Grange meeting. March 26, were as follows: Ed Huber won quarter of a beef; Karen Weaver of Nappanee won a turkey and Donald Rink won a ham. Direct distance dialing in Milford was nearly a month ahead of the nation’s capital, Washington, D. C.. it was learned this week. Milford went to direct distance dialing on March 13, and Washington will be changed ovef on April 12. A crowd of 225 young folks attended the soc hop at the community building Saturday evening which was a high point in soc hop history in Milford with many

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telephone checklist call in each morning to the SOS office, based out of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church in Syracuse, by 11:30. If they don’t check in, they - are checked upon. Transportation is provided not only for ordinary “running around” but also for cancer patients to receive treatment in South Bend or Fort Wayne; Rhode comments that this type of transportation is an outshoot of no longer having a representative branch of the Cancer Society in Syracuse. In 1988, 60 SOS volunteers logged 2,567 hours of service and 18,708 miles driven. Though that’s a significant amount of work, Rhode remarks that SOS wants to expand programs offered and reach more people in the community. Some programs which could be initiated, she says, are square and tap dancing classes and a coffee hour during which national and local issues could be discussed. Rhode further adds that Syracuse would like someday to see a senior citizens’ center and a unified volunteer network, the network being something the town has already begun work on through the volunteer strength of SOS. Why? Why is it that a story seems to add authenticity to it?

prize winners being chosen. The grand prize of the table model radio was won by Diane Crafton. Winners of the guessing contest were Jan Fuller, John Schultz. Tom Holderread, and Jan Widup. all winning a record and a carton of king size cokes. Karen Myers and Carolyn Biller won a carton of king size cokes in the second contest. Sgt. and Mrs. Jack Widup and son of Fort Benning. Ga., are visiting his parents for a few days. Sgt Widup has re-enlisted for six years. He expects to be at Fort Benning for another year, then will go to Germany for three years. An April Fool birthday party was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Neff in honor of the birthday of Raymond Pinkerton whose birthday was April 6. John Replogle is employed at the Sharp Hardware. He started on Wednesday.

jB. < BL B> B ■AI , fl I / ■BBIBBhv » I ■ w I MBMMBB I ' I II jfewMßfl TO CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Harold (Vera) Miller, Wakarusa, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Sunday, April 16. The open house will be held from 2-5 p.m. at the Wakarusa Missionary Church in the fellowship hall. It will be hosted by the couple’s family. Miller and the former Vera Schrock were married March 25,1939, in the home of Mrs. Miller’s parents by the late Rev. Wilbur Yoder. Miller is a retired farmer and school bus driver of 26 years for WaNee Schools. Mrs. Miller is a homemaker and is also a retired school bus driver of 13 years. The couple are members of Wakarusa Missionary Church, Wakarusa, and are part-time employees of Champion Motor Coach, Elkhart. The couple are the parents of Darrell Miller, Alburquerque, N.M.; Cecil Miller, Claypool; Marilyn Ortiz, Chicago, III.’, Neda Bleile, Elkhart; and Kris Rassi, Milford. They also have 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Book may be picked up at jail museum

The Genealogy Section of the Kosciusko County Historical Society has recently received from Light and Life Press of Winona Lake, the reprint “Progressive Men and Women of Kosciusko County.” The book can be picked up on Friday, Saturday or Sunday from 1-4 p.m. at the jail museum, corner of Indiana and Main Streets. “Progressive Men and Women of Kosciusko County” was originally published in 1902 by B.F. Bowen of Logansport. The book has over 225 biographies of the county’s prominent'citizens.

Enchanted Hills Playhouse to hold local auditions

Enchanted Hills Playhouse will hold its local auditions for this summer's season on Sunday afternoon, April 16, from 3-6 p.m. in the auditorium of Wawasee High School. The high school is located on the south side of Syracuse. Positions are available in "Amadeus,” “Oklahoma" and “Pippin” ’during the summer. Each play runs for two weeks with performances on Wednesday through Sunday. Rehearsals for each play are held the two weeks prior to the play. Rehearsal schedules will depend on availability of volunteers. Positions will also be available for technical support people and ushers for the summer. People

(Age* 6 Month* Through 6 Year*) Cwativr rjoucli SluHio v<_c\ (J ** Syracuse4s7 4601 ©Win Trip For 2 To Disney's Magic Kingdom And Epcot Center Winners Receive One Os Following Netiaaai Wiaaars Grand Prize - Weekend tor 2 to Disney s MogK Kingdom and Epcot Center 2nd Ploce S3OO 00 Savings Bond 3rd Place $l5O 00 Savings Bond Ist Ploce oges 6mo thru 18 mo ' SIOO 00 Sa* ngs Bond Ist Ploce oges 19 mo thru 3yr SIOO 00 Savings Bond Ist Ploce oges 4yr thru 6yr SIOO 00 Savings Bond 20 Honorable Mentions - Notional Finalist T shi*t Local Wiaaars o Ist Prize —16x20 With SSO 00 Savings Bond 2nd Prize — 16x20 With 16 Wallets 3rd Prize — 16x20 With 16 Wallets I < OFFICIAL entry form »kS' "Tiny Tots Contest" « ** I would like to e-”e< icix Tmy Tots Contest and authorize McKenno Co*©' Lob arid participating s*vd»© »c use my child s contest photograph tor display ah 3 or odvectismg pv<ocses without restrictions O» odd«honc ! compensator! Studio — : ' i Customer Name — — — Street City State —, — Date of Birth — — Social Security Nc - Phone — — 1 L Signature — : Parent or Guardian k (No Purchase Necessary) © a*-I<* .

There are alsß over 75 pictures along with the biographies. In addition to the biographies, the Genealogy Section has added an every name index to the book. Plat maps for the year 1903 were pieced together with the land owners name appearing on the section of property that he owned. There are plat maps for all seventeen townships. With the addition of the every name index and plat maps, thousands of people are listed in this book. There are extra copies available for sale for those who would like to purchase one.

interested in either of these areas should come to auditions and sign up. There are numerous positions available in these areas. Those auditioning for parts will be taught a piece of music from one of the shows as well as a dance routine. Individuals will also be requested to read a selection from a script. Comfortable clothing suitable for choreography should be worn. No advance? appointment is required. There are openings for numerous people. All persons interested in participating in theatre are encouraged to attend and express their interest. For further information concerning auditions, call 295-8939.

Wed., April 12,1989 — THE MAIL-JOURNAL

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; Free Methodist Church, Winona Lake; 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 Mobile Meals Drivers Volunteer drivers for Syracuse Mobile Meals have been scheduled as follows: April 17-21 MONDAY — Jack Fowler TUESDAY — Arnold Naff WEDNESDAY — Win Sroufe THURSDAY — F A. Rhoades FRIDAY — Vera Craven Volunteer drivers for Milford Mobile Meals are: April 17-21 MONDAY — Ray Sorenson TUESDAY — Marilyn Brown WEDNESDAY — Vi Miller THURSDAY — Mary Ann Rassi FRIDAY - Don Arnold

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transportation and reservations. April 13-19 THURSDAY - Cranberry juice cocktail, Swiss steak w/gravy, parsleyed whole potatoes, steamed broccoli, pumpernickel bread w/margarine, seedless grapes, milk, tea, and coffee FRIDAY — Orange juice, breaded fish sticks w/tartar sauce, potato rounds, green pea salad w/grated cheese, whole wheat bread w/margarine, peaches in strawberry gelatin, milk, tea, and coffee MONDAY — Pineapple juice, sliced baked ham, buttered sweet potatoes, seasoned green beans, rye bread w/margarine, vanilla pudding w/cherry garnish, milk, tea, and coffee TUESDAY — Orange juice, chili con came, eight squares saltines, tossed salad w/cucumbers, green onions and Ranch dressing, pears, milk, tea, and coffee WEDNESDAY — V-« juice, beef Stroganoff over noodles, Brussels sprouts, whole wheat bread w/margarine, warm apple slices, milk, tea, and coffee How true The fact that figures don’t lie is a good reason to stick to a diet. — Courier, Waterloo, la. /frosty\ I DELITE 1 Milford Upensaprilizth/ 1 Open Daily /

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