The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 29, Milford, Kosciusko County, 30 August 1989 — Page 11
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■ Hfc- __ "; B|2^jJ fl j; *' OUf Bjß^?isi^ i^^S^*^»s^^rfegiji— ar- ■ •*- ,_. 'Vfl DEWART LAKE SERENITY — Dewart Lake has long been fishing and water recreation opportunities on the 551-acre lake. (Photo known for its pure water quality. Area residents also enjoy abundant by Mitchell Stinson) Dewart is a gem of a lake
I By MITCHELL STINSON Sports Writer To some people, Dewart Lake is one of Kosciusko County's hidden gems. Dick McDaniel, who owns a restaurant in the area called C.J.’s, is one of those people who believes that the lake area is one of the best places anyone could ask for. “We’ve got all the advantages of the big lakes without the disadvantages of the big crowds, the masses of boats, etcetera,” McDaniel said. “We’re not so big that everyone and his brother heads to Dewart Lake.” McDaniel had a real insiders view on the Dewart Lake area when he was president of the DewarLLake Protective Association from 1982-85. Brian Wall is the organization’s current president. One of Dewart Lake's biggest claims to fame has been its outstanding water quality. State officials recently reported that Dewart is the second cleanest lake in Indiana. There are a number of reasons why the lake water is so pure. The association helps matters by working to preserve the lake’s quality. It has been active in weed control and in testing the
J v i* i A:* ' & " yr ■ * . -r s# mm ' hHk -Sjpl^ HHi ' TTPy 2jl' xwWP f gggsai j1.*31 v£. &*£***<&&* , S " 1 „ ’ - Mag ' * • ■ pi A'Jb SSOO DONATION — The Xanders family has made a SSOO towards the gazebo at Lakeside Park in Syracuse. For a period of years prior to 1895, the Xanders family lived in Michigan City, where the great-grandparents of the present generation, Rev. William H. Xanders, was the pastor for the Indiana State Prison. He and his wife, Amanda, made frequent trips to visit friends at Lake Wawasee; in particular The Sudlow family. Walker White family, and the Episcopal minister and later Bishop John Hazen White. So that, in 1895, the Xanders family built their first home on Lake Wawasee in the Vawter Park area. The matriach of the clan, Amanda (Laucks) Xanders, sent their three children to various Eastern colleges since she was from York, Pa. Son George Xanders attended the University of Michigan Law, their other son. Laucks Xanders, attended Trinity University, and their daughter, Irene Xanders. a girls' college in Pennsylvania. The fourth generation of the descendants of W illiam and Amanda Xanders still reside on and around Lake Wawasee. Shown are members of the George L. Xanders family. In the front row, left to right, are William, Thomas, and Joan. In the back are George, Ruth (Bitman) his wife, and Laucks Jr. The photo was taken in 1930.
water to make sure no septic spillage is present. The group also casts a weary eye on plans to fill in wetland areas that could affect water quality. Home well water testing has been another concern of the association. “The vast majority that the association attempts to do is maintain the quality we have,” McDanielsaid. Another\eason for the lake’s purity is purely geographical. According to McDaniel, Dewart Lake is on high ground and it receives very little water runoff from nearby fields. The lake covers 541 acres and is located in both Van Buren and Turkey Creek townships. Water skiing is a popular recreational activity for some while the more laid-back crowd prefers fishing. Some types of underwater lake denizens include bluegill, walleye, crappies, northern pike and largemouth bass. Dewart Lake came up with another claim to fame about eight years ago, according to McDaniel. “We were the first lake in the state to come up with EMS lane markings as a method of arranging emergency service to people’s homes,” he said. McDaniel said some of the association’s members got the idea after seeing a similar setup
in Michigan. Whether its water quality or safety on the water.
■ ■ I linfiM S .a&it • f-wrc-r-v- $ . - V rHi * r . / 'm - 'X, m W -- -| -:• l f»f 'l* 1 '**•wJ I ~ ' ' GYMNASTICS REGISTRATION — The Lakeland Youth Center was a busy place on Saturday, as people took place in the center s fall registration. Programs that are being offered include aerobics, gymnastics, soccer, cheerleading-tumbling, toning, and basic sketching. There are also programs for preschoolers and “moms and tots.” Registration continues at the youth center through Friday, Sept. 1, with sign-up hours scheduled for 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. - noon for the rest of the week. Pictured clockwise at the advanced gymnastics Sign-up table are Gary Green, Karen Ringler, Beth Howatt, Elizabeth Ringler and Elaine Bokhart. (Photo by Mitchell Stinson)
Jm II I I i .Iff I \ -i*l % r;sf \ ■ \ m POPPING WITH PRIDE — The Lakeland Youth Center recently acquired a popcorn machine to use at some of its upcoming activities. The machine was donated to the center by an anonymous benefactor. (Photo by Mitchell Stinson >
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NEW PIER AT LAKE — A pier has been installed at the fishing area at Waubee Lake Park, Milford. Among the features of the polyethylene floating Superdeck pier are: structural strength-like steel but with “FLEX;” deck has no trip points: system will not twist like wood and steel; will not be eaten or destroyed by nature; excellent impact capabilities without damage to boat or dock JoEUen Free. Waubee Lake Park board president, shown, stated
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Bird stamps still available Milford Postmaster Nancy Laker would like to alert the public that there are still a few bird postage stamps available at the Milford Post Office. Once these stamps run out, that will probably be the end of the supply for this season, according to Laker. Ronald McDonald reschedules visit Ronald McDonald has rescheduled his appearance at Miller’s Merry Manor, Syracuse, for Saturday, Sept. 9, at 2:30 p.m. Ronald was to have been a special guest during the carnival at Miller’s Merry Manor on August 19, but due to an error did not attend. His visit will also include an ice cream social. . i Exxon skipper trial set ANCHORAGE, Alaska - A judge set an Oct. 30 trial date for Joseph Hazelwood, who was in charge of the tanker Exxon Valdez when it spilled 10.9 million gallons of oil off the Alaska coast three months ago.
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HEY KIDS & PARENTS... Due to an error in scheduling \ Ronald McDonald was unable to attend the Carnival at Miller's Merry Manor, August 19. He has rmffik. A been invited to the Ice Cream MTpij|jD * It" \W\f. Social at Miller's, September 9, so 4\\i mark your calendar ancLjjlan to Jit * *J*. attend. Ronald's program starts at Jufck great* taste: McDonald's I Wgmm SYRACUSE WMIMM 1604 S. Huntington St. (St. Rd. 13) Rick & Jean Purcell, Owners/Operators
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the funds for purchasing the pier were taken from the nonreverting fund which includes volunteer donations, boat launch fees, and seasonable membership fees. Marion Acton, board member, supervised the installation with lifeguards, Ed Kinney and Brian Jones, doing the work. Also on the board are Barb Richardson and Jean Treesh. (Photo by Linda Musselman)
m. ♦ m - V •. w flpl m ! I CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY — Iva Neff, a resident at Lakeland Loving Care Center, formerly of East Catherine Street, Milford, celebrated her 83rd birthday yesterday, Tuesday, at the Nutrition Site in the Milford Community Building. Helping her to celebrate were 10 members of her Thursday Night Sew ing Club. Area people will recognize Mrs. Neff as she worked for 30 years at Walter’s Drug Store in Milford. Shown at the table with her is Sarah Slabaugh of Milford. (Photo by Linda Musselman)
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