The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 21, Milford, Kosciusko County, 5 July 1989 — Page 12

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., July 5,1989

Summer

Morrison Island value has come a long way

I By MITCHELL STINSON Staff Writer Property records show that back in 1881, William T. Morrison purchased "2-86/100 acres" of land from Nathaniel P. Eagles for a "consideration” of $25. Eagles made a nice profit on the deal, because he only paid a $5.72 consideration when- he obtained the property from the Wabash and Erie Canal Board of Trustees in 1866. Neither Morrison nor Eagles could have guessed that small portions of this area, now known as Morrison Island, would be

i mt - ■»"«— ** PARK AREA — Just a small portion of Morrison Island s privately-owned park area is pictured here. Two by Two' is group effort at playhouse

By BILL SPURGEON Most of us have learned over the years that a play does not have to be a great play to be good entertainment. And that’s exactly the case with "Two by Two." currently on stage at the Enchanted Hills Playhouse east of Lake Wawasee. Sure it’s a Richard Rodgers musical, based on a Clifford Odets work and with lyrics by

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worth more than SIOO,OOO one day. A lot of water has passed under the bridge for the island since its early 19th century days as part of the Flat Belly Indian Reservation. Nowadays, about 40 families make their home at this area which is nestled on the southeast side of Lake Wawasee. Paul Nord, a longtime Morrison resident, says the island is rated as one of the top areas around the lake. He says the area features a quiet, serene aL mosphere where neighbors look out for each other. Os course, there are excep-

Martin Charnin and book by Peter Stone. And sure it’s based on one of the major dramas of all time, the Great Flood we learned about in the Old Testament, with God telling Noah to build an ark and save two of every creature so the world could get a fresh start. So as "Two by Two" begins we meet Noah, ruminating on his. 600th birthday, and he soon hears from God. He can hardly believe it. And he has an even tougher

tions. Like everywhere else in the country, things can get a little rowdy on holidays like the Fourth of July and Memorial Day. But for the most part, it’s peaceful. Boats are required to travel at less than 10 miles per hour in the channel and there is an 11 p.m. curfew for snowmobiles in the winter. The Morrison Island Property Owners Association takes pride in keeping the island looking beautiful. In addition to the view from the lakefront, residents enjoy the sight of well-kempt forestry and a large, jointly-

time convincing his faithful wife Esther, his three sons and wives of the two married progeny that he hasn't altogether lost his grip But they set about to follow orders, and build an ark. That’s the story. At Enchanted Hills, located in the old Doswell barn, always undergoing further renovation (the latest is air conditioning!. Jerry O'Boyle is Noah —a dandy Noah. The Enchanted Hills veteran seems made for the part, and LaVerne Herzberg, recruited from Elkhart Civic Theatre (the Bristol Opera House) to play Noah's wife Esther, is equally delightful. And don’t stop there. Robert Kahn, Craig Culp and Logan Bazar offer great support as sons Japheth, Ham and Shem. and Elizabeth Richmond and Cynthia Suarez do a good job as the wives of Shem and Ham. And Kate Dowe is just fine as Goldie, an unlikely gentile recruited to go along on the ark so Japheth won't be left behind. Trouble is. Japheth likes Rachel, and vice-versa. And Ham sets his cap for Goldie. The poignant song “I Do Not Know A Day I Did Not Love You,’’ done in the first act by Japheth and reprised after inter-

ort ***-*■*' > Jp L'.W *->■ qf .'AsrM ENJOYING SOME GOODIES — Two-year-old Jessica Shively, left, enjoys a spoonful of ice cream while her sister, three-year-old Naomi munches on a cookie at Lakeside Park in Syracuse last ThU The two girls, daughters of Dede Shively of Syracuse, were taking advantage of the ice cream social that was held in the park The event was sponsored by the Syracuse Mothers Club. (Photo by Scott Davidson)

Art fair draws local artist

Nearly 600 artists, including Richard Lemberg, r 2, box 282, of Syracuse, will exhibit paintings and sculptures at the 32nd annual Gold Coast Art Fair this summer The world’s largest art fair will be held, rain or shine, from 12 noon to 10 pm., Friday. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 11-13, along

owned park area. The association spent more than $4,000 for weed control, garbage collection and street lights in a span of one year. Septic Tank disposal is another matter the group places emphasis on. The island has a mix of inhabitants, some who are retirees and others who have families with children. Nord says it’s advantageous to have kids on the island because the state will keep the roads in shape for school buses. There’s not much property turnover among the island’s residents. Thing’s stay pretty

mission by Japheth and Rachel, is a high point of the production, with "When It Dries,” which opens the second act, not far behind. The Enchanted Hills “Two by Two” is a cogent production, played on a stage with a set that leaves much to the imagination. Costumes, props, lighting are competently done, and musical director Richard Keitel on the piano and Ed King on the bass provide topnotch support for the singing and dancing The director is Enchanted Hills president Robert O. Decker, with Craig Culp responsible for the choreography, Frank Zak the technical director, and Zak with Ronald Van Sessen doing the set design and Sharon O'Boyle and Mary Decker the costumes. "Two by Two" is obviously a group effort, and one that has succeeded. The play continues this week at 8 p.m. through Saturday, with the final performance at 4 p.m. Sunday. "Amadeus.” the third Enchanted Hills show for 1989, opens July 12, and it’s reported that seats may be scarce. The same may be true for the final week of "Two by Two." Better reserve early.

Rush Street and adjacent streets between Cedar Street and Chicago Avenue Admission is free The Gold Coast Art Fair, founded in 1957, is sporisored by the Near North News, a weekly newspaper published by the fair’s co-founder, Arnie Matanky.

constant, according to Nord, who bought his first property on the island in 1947. “There’s only been two brand new houses built on the island since 1947.” he said.

jlm* BiSfiJ i WSBMI - — —■—i - - - CHANNEL VIEW — Even the channel area of Morrison Island has a picturesque look to it. (Photo by Mitchell Stinson) Pryor receives creative award

Charles "Cap” Pryor, son of Charles and Dixie Pryor and grandson of Alice W. Rinker. North Webster, recently received the creative achievement award from Penn State College of Arts and Architecture. Each year outstanding students from each department within Penn State College are recognized with this award. Selection is based on a student's significant contribution through their academic excellence, creative work, and service contribution Pryor graduated from Wawasee High School in 1976, and

A difference Getting old is merely a matter of feeling your corns more than you feel your oats — Record, Col. S.C.

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With property values soaring, Morrison Island has a lot of financial value. But the pretty locale and lakeside lifestyle provide its residents with value of a more personal nature.

Penn State College of Arts and Architecture in June, 1989. He is a master of fine arts candidate in the Penn State Department of Theatre. He has been an active member of the University Resident Theatre Company for three years, and has played roles in ■ Fen," “Othello," “The Boys of Winter,” "Twelfth Night," “Red Noses." "Romeo and Juliet," "Two Gentlemen of Verona," and "Curse of the Starving Class.” Pryor is presently moving to New York city to pursue a career in acting. Chicken barbecue fund-raiser The Mid-Lakes Lions Club will be holding a chicken barbecue on Saturday, July 8. The fund raising barbecue will begin at 12 noon at the Oswego Community Building. Half chickens will be sold only for carry-outs while full meals will be served from 1 to 8 p.m. for those wishing to eat in. Eric Beer on IU/PUI dean's list Eric Beer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Beer of Milford, has been named to the dean’s list at Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis. Beer is a senior majoring in physical education and sports medicine. Syracuse girl among six minors arrested A 16-year-old Syracuse girl was among six minors arrested by Elkhart County Sheriff’s Officers recently. The arrests came after officers investigated a party at 13346 CR 30, Goshen, that was attended by an estimated 200 persons. The Syracuse teen, along with two other 16 ..year olds from Goshen and Shipshewana, and Sheldon L. Bontrager, 19, 13367 CR 34, Goshen; Earl E. Millaer, 19, Topeka; and John Slabaugh, 19, Bremen, were charged with illegal consumption of alcoholic beverages.

II ■ - =■< 'I 1 - IF ”*■ 4-fl. •I PnUKrT 'I I -- >-■» ~ i tv* I ■ L .lA,—X ' IE ; • t WATCHFUL EYE — Ed Kinney keeps a watchful eye on the swimmers at Waubee Lakeside Park. As the park’s lifeguard, he is on duty every day from 12 noon until 5 p.m. (Photo by Jeremy Beer) Kinney spends afternoons guarding Waubee swimmers

By JEREMY BEER ® With the amount of lakes that are in the county, it is no wonder that there are many beaches and pools as well. With beaches and pools come lifeguards, a group that Ed Kinney of Milford is part of. Ed is in his second year as the lifeguard at the Waubee Lake beach, which is about I 1 2 miles southeast of Milford. He works everyday that the weather is nice from 12 noon until 5 p.m. Before taking this job last summer, he has had work experience at Sharp Hardware in Milford and mowing lawns. To be able to become a lifeguard, one must take a course involving and detailing the procedures a lifeguard must know. The aquatics class at Wawasee High School, which Ed took during his junior year, qualifies as this course. Ed receives $4.75 per hour for his work on the beach, which includes several chores around the park. Picking up trash and cleaning the bathrooms are the ones he hates the most. Besides doing chores, he also must be watching

ft HUB •:« ■ v- 1 CRISPY CRUNCHY ELEPHANT EARS — Sam Mishler of Syracuse is shown here enjoying a delicious and sweet elephant ear. The yummy treat was served up by the Syracuse chapter of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha sorority. Gamma Sigma on July 4 at Lakeside Park in Syracuse. The fund-raising event’s proceeds will go to local projects. (Photo by Kate Wolford)

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the water to check that no one is sitting on the ropes or engaging in other horseplay, not to mention drowning, and he must keep an eye out for anyone with an alcoholic beverage. In this, his second summer as a lifeguard, he has never had a life emergency, but he is ready and properly trained if there ever is one. Only once has he had to remove someone from the park because they had alcohol. Meeting people is the best part of the job for Ed, although he still must keep most of his concentration on the water. He says that he usually receives a good measure of respect from the people who come to the park, although once in a while he will have to deal with a person who doubts his authority. The job, according to Ed, does tend to get boring late in the summer, when not as many people use the park service. It is then when he is forced to resort to picking up trash or some other chore as to keep himself occupied. Meanwhile, though, it is safe to say that Ed Kinney will never have to lay under a lamp to get his tan.