The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 12, Milford, Kosciusko County, 3 May 1989 — Page 5
"CRUZIN AROUND CUSE”
(Continued from page 4) A great deal of thought and enthusiasm went into the proposal by the Ball State team. The drawings and dimensional displays were retained to be evaluated for a final grade by the school. Slides will be made and sent to the beautification committee in the near future. IT DOESN’T seem possible, but there are only four more weeks of school. The senior prom is this weekend. Before you know it, the town w ill be bustling with summer guests and the lakes will be alive with activity. Rest up. -JOG EVERY SECOND counts in an emergency situation. Many times persons needing emergency assistance will give the address and say. "The porch light will be on.” When the response team nears the location, porch lights are on at almost every home. The Syracuse Fire Department is giving area residents the chance to help emergency vehicles find a home quickly. The department is making available the “911 Flash-lite” that allows any regular light to become a flashing light. It works two different ways. With the flip of the light switch once, it becomes a normal porch light. Flip the switch on the second time, it begins to flash. This device works with all regular bulbs, lamps, and switches and easy to install. The fire department is offering these to residents at a $lO cost. Persons interested are asked to go to the dispatcher's office in the fire station, leave their name and address, plus the $lO. Orders will be sent in, by the department, every several months. Fire Chief Jerry Byrd stated this is not a money making project for the department, but to aid the department in emergency calls. Those who order and receive the light will be able to say, “Look for the house with the flashing light."
Syracuse to change insurance agent of record
(By MARY JANE LORTON Staff Writer After some discussion, the Syracuse Town Board approved a motion to change the insurance agent of record for the town in a special meeting on Tuesday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. Board President Jim Hughes called the special meeting to
oim MMMHMW.M 1 I If the increase in the dollar value of single family dwellings is a sign of a rising economy, Kosciusko County qualifies. According to figures from the county planning office, single family home building exceeded $21,000,000 during 1988. These figures do not include the entire county, as Warsaw. Winona Lake and Mentone have their own planning departments. According to county figures, the average cost of a home in Kosciusko County is $65'949. This compares with an average cost of $47,852 in 1984. Three hundred-nineteen permits to build new homes were issued This also sets a new record In 1988 1.241 permits were issued for all construction in the county. This results in a total value of $43,312,326. This compares with $33,889,451 in 1987 and $28,613,623 in 1986. Below is the number of permits secured for new homes and the cost: Year Permits Total Cost Average 1984 153 $ 7.321.300 $47,852 1985 206 10.660.246 51.749 1986 240 K 14.471.460 60.298 1987 269 16.805.399 62.474 1988 319 21.037.600 65.949 Onfe of the big monev months was September, when permits total ing $6,206,329 were issued. Turkey Creek Township accounted for $3 297 500 of this amount (as follows): Big Wheel. $1,000,000: Wawasee Church of the Nazarene $900,000. and McDonald's Restaurant $340,000. This amount also included nine homes — one listed as costing $326,000 and another $200,000 Also in September the Midwest Roll Forming Company received a permit for $500,000 for a manufacturing plant in Washington Township —o— MARRIAGES OUTDISTANCE DIVORCES - 628 marriage licenses were issued from County Clerk Jean Wierick s office during 1988 The courts awarded 263 divorces. However, this figure may be misleading as there are cases that ha\r not yet come before the courts Also, there are couples who go together and just don't tell anvone to w ithdraw their suit ’ The records also reveal that 42 adoptions were granted during 1988 —o— THE STATE BOARD OF ACCOUNTS is making monthly runs into the county treasurer's office to get it back on track —o LOCAL TAVERN IN NEW MYSTERY NOVEL: A new mystery, entitled PADOGA. will soon appear in local bookstores It has a section on WALLOBEE ‘Lake Wawaseei and a local tavern known as Berts' i The Frog i The novel is one of many written by Hoosier author R. Karl Largent • Largent is vice president of marketing for Arvin of Columbus, but is no stranger to Lake Wawasee His parents often came to the lake when he was growing up Largent maintains a home in Angola, where he has pursued his writing hobby He has written a number of novels and is recognized as one of the foremost mystery writers in the state —o— HOW MUCH IS IT GOING TO COST 0 That is the question being asked on the proposed-Ciry-County Athletic Complex Bets are running from $5 ooo.<>oo to $7,000,000 _ Cost of maintaining such a complex ranges from SBOO,OOO to $1 j million per year The units, by all indications, w ill require a number of personnel to maintain the grounds and some type of security
LOOKING FOR a job? Don’t forget that McDonald’s is taking applications this week for the Syracuse restaurant. Persons interested may place an application with officials who will be in the meeting room in the Syracuse Fire Station from 8 a m. to 8 p.m. until Friday of this week. ■. TO REMEMBER ME “At a certain moment a doctor will determine that my brain has ceased to function and that, for all intents and purposes, my life has stopped. “When that happens, do not attempt to instill artificial life into my body by the use of a machine, and don’t call this my “deathbed”. Call it my "bed of life." and let my body be taken from it to help others lead fuller lives. "Give my sight to a man who has never seen a sunrise, a baby’s face or love in the eyes of a woman. “Give my heart to a person whose own heart has caused nothing but endless days of pain. "Give my blood to the teenager w ho has been pulled from the wreckage of his car, so that he might live to see his grandchildren play. “Give my kidneys to one who depends on a machine to exist rrom week to week. "Take my bones, every muscle, every fiber and nerve in my body and find away to make a crippled child walk. “Explore every corner of my brain. Take my cells, if necessary, and let them grow so that someday a speechless boy will shout at the crack of a bat and a deaf girl will hear the sound of rain against her windows. “Burn what is left of me and scatter the ashes to the winds to help the flow ers grow. “If you must bury something, let it be my faults, my weaknesses and all prejudice against my fellowman. "Give my soul to God. "If by chance you wish to remember me. do it with a kind deed or word to someone who needs you. If you do all I have asked. I will live forever." (Unknown Author) —o— PIZZA HUT has moved its mobile unit to the Wawasee Bowl in an effort to test the market at the south end of Syracuse.
order and then outlined some reasons why the town should consider changing agents with respect to insurance. "Our present carrier has been a little lax in things that have happened to us." said Hughes, "and I think we're ready to make a switch. " The present agent to which Hughes referred is First Charter of Warsaw. Hughes told the board that they
have been relying on "word of mouth" as far as answers to policy questions and that "scares me a little bit with insurance." He cited the problems Ron Helman, the sewer superintendent. has been having with respect to policies covering the additions at the sewer plant. Helman told the board he tried to get specifics about coverage on the additions and. "per our conversation, we're assuming we re covered ’’ Bliss of Indiana is the current carrier for the town of Syracuse. A change of the agent of record would simply allow Bliss to rewrite policies while another agent would "run if from there." according to Hughes. Policy and coverage would stay the same, but the agent would be different. Currently, according to Mark Tatman. clerk-treasurer, the town is paying $30,000 a year for insurance. After additional discussion, board members concurred that a change of the agent of record was a necessary consideration. It was suggested that the change be •made to Cotton and Cotton because they "have given us a lot of help." according to Hughes. Representatives from Cottqn and Cotton were present at 'the meeting A motion was made to authorize Hughes to act as expeditiously as possible to change agents. Upon passage of the motion. the board president interjected.“l feel better already." ‘ In other business, the board voted to put the money received from the Dana Corporation in CDs at the State Bank of Syracuse The town had received a $230,000 donation from Dana to help pay for the new sewer facility. Also. Hughes informed the board that a check came from the county to finish paying off the lease agreement with the township assessor's office. A deal was made with Smokey's Bait and Tackle of Syracuse to fix the sewer lines that had buckled when Smokey s attempted to ta» into the town's lines. The towrAreceived $9,000 for the repairs '■ The board president informed the board, the sewer at McDonald s "was moved and fixed." He added, the road will be fixed after "it is settled " and McDonald's blacktops its proper ty When they blacktop their parking lot. Hughes said "they'll blacktop the road there ' Town Attorney Bob Reed contacted Liberty Coach about running sewer lines under its property for'■the sewer project He reported company officials were understanding and do not an “ticipate any problems Hughes also mentioned to the board that the property next to the town hall is for sale "It would be nice if the town bought that building." Hughes remarked Hughes asked the board to con sider this purchase In final business. Ron Helman made a request for some tools tc maintain the new sewer facility The board moved and approved his request for $1,500 for the new tools
Sen. Coats addresses county Republicans
| By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer Concern about the impact of drugs on society and his disappointment on it seeping in every crack and crevice was U.S. Senator Dan Coats’ address to over 100 Kosciusko County Republicans Saturdaynight. Sen. Coats was the key speaker for the GOP’s annual Lincoln Day Dinner in Warsaw. "It is a cancer eating away at our young people." noted Sen. Coats. "I’ve dedicated myself to speak out against drugs and take a tough stand." He stated he favors cutting off foreign aid to countries exporting drugs and using the military to confiscate the drugs coming in to the country. “We'll send the message they not only have to deal with customs agents and coast guard, but our military." Senator Coats also said there is a need to give law enforcement officers and judges new tools to combat drugs. He stated he has spoken before the state legislature that the ultimate war is won "not in Washington, but. by each of us where we live and work." He challenged those present to make a decision and commitment for a drug free Kosciusko County. "We can't just turn our heads. We have to set that standard. raise social consciousness." Sen. Coats mentioned it will be a long process and people will hear him talk about it a lot for the next two years. “It’s important to protect the fragile fabric of life.”
[I MEETING LN PROGRESS — The annual meeting of the Syracuse-Turkey Creek Friends of the Library was held Thursday. April 27. at the Syracuse Library. President Caro) Swartzendruber is shown handing out information to members.t< PI oto by Mary Jane Lorton)
FOL volunteers recognized
The annual ■ meeting of the Syracuse-Turkey Creek Friends of the Library was held Thursday, April 27. at the Syracuse library. President Carol Swartzendruber presided with more than 40 members present Recognition of volunteers who have worked at the library the past vear was given by librarian Rosalyn Jones Many hours were given bv several different pepple with Phvllis White setting the record w ith 30 hours of volunteer work. Mrs. Jones emphasized the librarian s appreciation of the effort
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During the last several years the senator has been active in family, child care and education issues. He plans to continue working in these areas in the Senate. He also plans to be involved in military and labor issues during the next few years. Sen. Coats took the opportunity to put in a little campaigning for his election in 1' 2 years. “I'm dedicating to you every effort, and full effort to carry your values, concerns to Washington." He said he would like to introduce Hoosier values to the rest of the nation. He mentioned this meant visiting schools and work places. Sen. Coats announced it will be a real challenge in the next I 1 ?' years to see if the people in Indiana endorse who he is and what he stands for. Hiler Speaks Third District Congressman John Hiler, who introduced Sen. Coats, also spoke to voters briefly on the savings and loan issue and on the investigation of House Speaker Jim Wright. Congressman Hiler said Americans, over the next several months, will witness a sight not seen in the U.S. Congress in many years. “To take on a speaker gets to be messy." He noted Congress will do what it needs to do and the battle will go on for several months. He believes no member of Congress is looking forward to casting a vote. “It will be a sad day for everyone in Congress. But, it will be a duty and responsibility." County Chairman J.D. Geiger served as emcee. Think it over Never argue with a fool. . Oplookers may not be able to tell who is which.
Plans for the coming year were discussed. Two major projects w ill be the annual book sale in July and a possible concert by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra in September Chairpersons are needed for all committees as well as workers. * .«• Membership was encouraged to all those interested in the 'library. To become a member, anyone may stop at the library to complete a membership form and pay their membership fee A listing of current 1989 members will be posted in the library foyer.
■MT • M SENATOR COATS SPEAKS TO GOP — U.S. Senator Dan Coats was the key speaker at the Kosciusko County Republican’s Lincoln Day Dinner. The event, which has been postponed since February, was held Saturday evening in the Center Lake Pavilion, Warsaw. Third District Congressman John Hiler w as also a speaker at the event. Approximately 100 persons attended. Shown in the photo is Sen. Coats at the podium. Seated at the table are Barb Reed; Rex Reed, past county GOP chairman; Charlene Knispel. county GOP secretary; Ann DeVore, state auditor; J.D. Geiger, county GOP chairman: Congressman Hiler; Kathryn Teel, county GOP treasurer; and Susan Myrick. who lead the Pledge of Allegiance. (Photo by Deb Patterson)
May 7-13— Be Kind to Animals Week
May 7-13 marks National "Be Kind to Animals Week" this year Several activities have been planned in celebration of this week During the week, local veterinarians and veterinary technicians will be speaking at the schools in their areas about
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animal health care. An open house will be held at the Milford Small Animal Clinic, corner of Section and Henry, on Wednesday. May 10, at 7 p.m. American Veterinary Medical Association films on veterinarytopics will be shown during the open house. Clinic tours will be given with information on common internal and external parasites, heartworm disease, surgery, endoscopy, radiology, avian medicine and more on display, A grooming demonstration will also be given. Everyone is welcome to attend Plans for the Pet Week Pet Show, sponsored jointly by the Milford Small Animal Clinic and the Michiana Veterinary Medical Association, are nearing completion. Saturday. May 13, will be the day of this event which is open to the general public. Pet owners and non-pet owners alike are welcome. The festivities will begin at 2 p.m. with a demonstration of the Elkhart City Police Canine Corps. Following this
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demonstration, there will be a pet show. Adults and children alike are invited to enter their pet in any two of the five categories: 1 cuddliest pet, 2. most unusual pet. 3.best dressed pet, 4. owner/pet look alike. 5. best trick. ’’ At the completion of the pet show, there will be a brief ceremony with winners of the poster and essay contests being announced and prizes awarded. Door prizes will also be drawn at this time The final event of the show will be a horseshoeing demonstration by farrier Rob Koontz. A petting zoo will be set up with llamas, ducklings, chicks and more. Visitors are encouraged to visit the petting zoo throughout the afternoon. Refreshments will be available throughout the day. Free balloons will also be available. Many different types of pet nutritional and hiealth care products will be on display as well as brochures on pet health care.
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