The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 39, Milford, Kosciusko County, 8 November 1989 — Page 4

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THE — Wed., November 8,1989

Editorial

Veterans Day — a reminder for everyone X 7 Those Americans who may have lost a loved one in war or who battled for their country will again honor the war dead and the war living in various services marking Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11. However, Veterans Day isn’t just for those directly involved with the military, it is also for those who benefit from the armed services — every American citizen. One of the few countries in recent years that has been able to sustain a military corp without a draft, the United States is fortunate in that it has witnessed no affronts on its own soil this century. A strong military, comprised of individuals willing to sacrifice their own lives for the life of the country, has ensured that the U.S. has remained free. It is those individuals we honor Saturday. Whether it’s placing a wreath at the local cemetery or traveling to the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, each free American should step back and be.-grateful for those whom we honor. Unfortunately, the armed services have been necessary to sustain freedom and while we do not covet the deaths that have resulted, we salute those who have taken a part in ensuring our country’s place among the free world. Mier regains its heritage An automobile that first rode the greets of Syracuse in 1905 is coming back 84 years later. Built in a machine shop on the shores of Syracuse Lake by Sheldon Harkless and his three sons, the Mier is the only automobile believed to have been mass produced in Syracuse. However, that “mass producing” only resulted in 10 cars, with only one known to still exist. That existing car, restored to its natural state by Richie Klyne of Las Vegas, Nev., is being shipped to Syracuse via custom car carrier. Currently enshrined in the Imperial House in Las Vegas, the automobile was purchased by Klyne in Florida before he moved it. Thanks to the efforts of Bill Beemer and other Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce members, the car is being purchased for the town’s future library museum. Beemer negotiated a price with Klyne and a loan was secured from the Harkless foundation. Now is the time for area businesses and interested patrons to ensure that loan payments are made to keep the historical automobile in Syracuse. A commitment by the chamber of commerce was needed by last Wednesday to assure that the loan was available. The chamber made that commitment and now its backers need a commitment. The automobile will be in storage until next spring when the chamber hopes to show it at various fundraising activities. Hopefully those activities will ensure that the Mier never leaves Syracuse again, ensuring its heritage. An example In Kansas City the owner of the Kansas City Royals has set an example more American millionaires should follow. Ewing Kauffman selected a high school in a depressed neighborhood, having the usual problems with its students. He challenged them all; those who would study and pass their grades, attend classes regularly, staying free of drugs, would be given acollege education. The challenge has been met beyond the expectations of cynics. Students have unanimously responded to this show of caring. And it’s said that not one who has set out to take advantage of this generous offer has, thus fair, failed to stay free of drugs, attend classes and pass his or her grades. If Kauffman can do this in Kansas City, millionaires in every other city in the nation can similarly pledge some of their wealth to help fellow citizens and their country. It’s a striking example, an inspirational gesture, which one hopes will be emulated widely.

What others say — Veterans Day 1989 Today the United States is experiencing a remarkable time of peace and decreased international tensions. Whenever that happens, it is easy to forget that the peace we enjoy, the freedoms we take for granted, and the liberties we treasure.so much have been guaranteed for more than 200 years by men and women who have served with honor in the uniform of our country. They are honored every November 11 in solemn ceremonies at military bases and federal cemeteries. Speakers tell us of the selfless sacrifice that ensures our prosperity, but each of us needs to pause on this Veterans Day weekend to think about what service to our country means. We do not honor only those who died for their country — although we surely do honor them. The purpose of Veterans Day is to celebrate the part of our national character that has compelled millions of our best and brightest young men and women to put their national lives ahead of their personal ones. Few countries in the world could ever staff a military without a draft or other form of compulsory service. The United States has since the mid-1970’5. Few other countries can look at an all volunteer force with the pride this country does. As citizens we rest assured that the military is there, and when they are needed, they will serve. It is, perhaps, our faith in our defense that cases us to forget that the country’s sons and daughters are serving without much fanfare in spots from Maine to the DMZ in Korea. They serve aboard aircraft carriers and at remote missile locations every day and night. The fact that we don t think of them much is a sign that they are doing their jobs well. The holiday period that is approaching us is a happy time for most of us, but it can be a melancholy time for service members. They don’t picket or protest or point their fingers at themselves for recognition. Chances are, most of them will serve one or two tours, then come back arid hope to find a job in the civilian world they have been protecting. But, we shouldn’t have to wait for them to call attention to themselves. Starting with Veterans Day, November ; 11, a day that marked the end of the first great 20th Century WAr, let’s thank those men and women in uniform who do so much so that we can enjoy ourselves In wartime this nation has a great military service. Now that we do not have the horrible specter ofwar threatening so much, should we not feel the same? Surely, if we were not strong, we would not be so safe. If we were not secure, we would not be at peace. And if the men and women in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard were not doing their jobs, we would not be strong, and we would not be secure. Because there are no such impending threats to our national security, this free and proud nation can afford to turn its attention to the scourge of drugs and the problems of homelessness, poverty, and illiteracy that can eat at our fabric." Our veterans have paid for our security with their toil, their blood, and sometimes their lives. We owe them so much more than we can ever give. Thank you for keeping us free. y * -THE AMERICAN LEGION

HATS OFF . TO VETS On Veterans Day, the DAV asks you to remember that veterans paid the price of peace.

Court news

City Court The following fines have been levied and paid in the Goshen City Court: Speeding — John S. Kroh, 31, Syracuse, S6B; Troy L. Thornburg, 19, Syracuse, S6B; Debra A. Lantz, 30, Syracuse, $73 Expired plate — Charles E. Hart, 44. Milford. $54 County Court Goshen Division The following residents have had fines levied and paid in the Elkhart County Court: Speeding — Donald G. Mershman, 37, Syracuse, $56; Tracy A. Jackson, 25. Syracuse, SSB; Jerry M. Yoder. 24. Syracuse, $54 False registration — Roberto Fernandez, 23, Syracuse, dismissed County Court The following persons have paid fines and costs in Kosciusko County Court, Judge James Jarrette presiding: No Ski Observer — Robert Burkle, 17, Leesburg, S6O. Speeding — Donna L. Long, 53. Leesburg, $65; Gary L. Polk, 27, Leesburg. $65; Howard L. Kelley, 26, Milford, $80; Jeffrey D. Fancil, 28, Milford, $65; Jack R. Guy, 61. North Webster. S6O; Michelle L. Rogers, 16. Leesburg. $80; Teresa R. Little, 23, Syracuse. $65; Ernest E. Strickland, 21, North Webster, $80; James Davey, no age. North Webster. $65. No Seatbelt — Alfredo S. Garza. 42, Milford. S2O; Debra J. Lilly, 31, North Webster, S2O. No Operator’s License — Jack R. Guy, 61, North Webster, S6O Expired Plates — Kristie K. Meyer, 32. North Webster, S6O. Expired Driver’s License — Robert M. Galloway, 23. Syracuse, S6O. Public Intoxication — Robert a

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Theft of Cobra radar detector reported « The theft of a radar detector was reported to Milford police by Domingo Melendez, 108 First St., Milford. The police were called to the Melendez residence at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1. Melendez stated that sometime the previous evening or early in the am., someone entered his Lincoln Continental auto and removed his Cobra radar detector. He couldn’t remember if he locked the door to the vehicle or not Melendez stated he has a coded lock on his car. The detector is valued at $l6O.

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LEAF PICK-UP in Syracuse was in full swing last week as street department H J workers put in 16-hour days to catch up on the leaf pick-up. The pick-up continued in all kinds of weather, including snow. According to Ron Conley, street department superintendent, leaf pick-up will continue for at least another three weeks. Shown in the photo are the employees who were responsible for seeing the leaves were picked up. From the left are Bob DeVoss, Jerald Wolfe, Butch Robinson, Dick Harwood, Paul Hoffman, Street Department Foreman Larry Perry and Conley. —o— YOU KNOW when the Christmas season is getting close: The Lions Club begins to advertise the sale of their Christmas trees. Christmas, trees will be sold at Thornburgs beginning November 25. COULD THE Dixie BoatWebster find a home on Lake Wawasee? Greg Van Pelt has informed us that he is selling the long time North Webster attraction. The reason: state insurance is too high. He will continue operating Dixie Haven Resort. The search has begun for an entrepreneur to bring the paddle boat to Wawasee. There are numerous possibilities for use of the boat that include tours of beautiful Lake Wawasee. Preliminary work was done with the Department of Natural Resources when work was underway at the hatchery park. Positive feedback was received about docking the boat at that location. —O’SYRACUSE WILL be put on the map, according to Steve Galegor, a student at Bail State University. Galegor has submitted the drawings and mock-up, done by university students for a beautification plan in Syracuse, into, a contest. The Milford native is sure the entry is going to win an award. —o— TO ENSURE callers are kept informed of events of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, the chamber’s phone number has now been call forwarded to Creative Touch Studios. Judy Moser, retail merchant division president, is owner of that business and is up to date on what is going on. —o— HELPING OUT as a part-time driver for United Parcel Service is Roger Shipley. He will help out through the first part of December in making deliveries. —o— FOR THOSE who are contemplating what to do about new addresses and stationery, Tony Rudasics, Syracuse Postmaster, suggests ordering minimal amounts to last a couple of months. Release of the new addresses is not expected until February or March. At this time unless a person is building a home where there w as no address before, new addresses are not being released. —o— DON’T GO down North Shore Drive and expect to get through. The county highway department closed the road to traffic this morning (Wednesday) and it will remain closed until December 1. Work is beginning on a bridge replacement ’ at North Shore Estates. Once completed the bridge will be wider and higher allowing boat traffic from the estate properties into Syracuse Lake. According to Ernie Rogers, realtor for the estate properties, there have been seven of the 16 lots sold, with one home completed. HERE’S AN interesting quote to remember: “When you’re really stressed out, remember, only Robinson Crusoe could get everything done by Friday.” VOLUNTEERS ARE needed next week (November 13-17) at the Syracuse Public Library. Volunteers will be helping re-organize shelves of books in the fiction area of the library. Work will be done from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., each day. Anyone who would like to be a part of the project should contact Dianna Evans, children's librarian, by Friday. Nov. 10. The librarian can be reached at the library Monday through Friday, between noon and 5:30 p.m { THE BRUNGARDTS returned October 24

from a vacation at the Cayman Islands of the British West Indies. Dr. Larry Brungardt, his wife, Susan, and daughter, Angela, arrived on the islands October 15. This was the 33rd time Susan has been on the islands as her parents have a home there and she enjoys the scuba diving. Susan noted the Cayman Islands is really a diving resort area as there are over 500 shipwrecks in the waters in that area. Prior to going to the islands, the Brungardts attended a wedding in New Mexico, leaving Syracuse on October 11. —O—ED AND Sharon Batesla, owners of Tom’s Donuts in tfie Village, have changcd the name to Sari's Donut Junction. Sharon noted that they used the name “Junction" because Ed is a railroad “nut.” Ed points out that while he’s there all night making donuts, the store is open from 10 p.m. till noon. —o— CAROL SHAUM, new owner of the Shrimp Boat, says they now have piano entertainment every Friday and Saturday night with Pat Kintigh playing. This allows for a sing-along from listeners, who recently have enjoyed hearing special songs from Lil, from the downtown Anchor Bar. Carol is busy planning a fashion show with Sande Wappes, who will be featuring clothing from her Village Boutique, using local models. The style show will be held at the Shrimp Boat on Nov. 15 beginning at 7 p.m. NOTICE HAS been taken by more than one person of the dumpster “overflow" in the state park located on the corner of SR 6 and 13, north of Syracuse. This park was cleaned up, trjmmed and landscaped with flowers by Hex Grange members, and has continued to be tended by them. The dumpster and trash barrel are there for picnickers or travelers needing a rest stop, but certainly were not intended to be used as “landfill” dumpsters, which is what has been happening for some time now. Mildred Ginger, secretary of the State Grange, has presented a resolution in regard to this park and others like it. Her request was that “they be cared for, improved, with the addition of lighting, and that there be more of them.” The Hex were adding to the area’s beautification plans with their work and care. People who don’t care are adding to the dumpster as if it were the only one in the county for all their junk. This park could be a pleasant addition to the community, but not in its present trashy condition. —o— TERRY MILLER will leave shortly to spend the winter in a warmer climate — doctor's orders. Since he enjoyed living in Florida for years before moving here, he naturally will return there, this time to Coconut Grove, in a sort of artists’ “enclave.” This will also place him near the original doctors who cared for him when his health problems began. He plans to return here in April. He said he has been in touch with Harry and Betty-AQpenzeller, who have made it safely to Delray Beach for their winter stay. 1 —o— SUSIE AND Ted Tytler just returned from a ,! 33-d ay vacation. They began by driving all the way to Portland, Ore., to visit an old friend. The original plan was to then drive on down to San Francisco and San Jose where, had they done so, they would have been there for the earthquake! As so often happens, they “changed their plans,” and were driving east of the earthquake when it struck, on their way to Tustin, Calif., which is southeast of L.A. Stopping in Sacramento, they visited Margaret Smith Rells, a former classmate of Susie’s, then drove on down to Tustin to visit Susie's cousin and family. While there, they contacted another former classmate of Susie’s, Velma Disher Yoder, who lives in Huntington Beach. They took a drive over to Long Beach to see the ship, the Queen Mary; and the airplane, the Spruce Goose, built by Howard Hughes. Leaving California, they drove into Arizona where, in Phoenix, they visited a classmate of Ted’s. Also in Arizona, they saw the Petrified Forest and the Painted Desert tourist areas. Susie said, all in all, they traveled a total of 6,160 miles. —oJIM AND Donna Conder, owners of Leisure Pools and Spas, just returned from Orlando, Fla., where they attended the Swimming Pool Institute Convention. Donna said they “saw some neat things for the coming year for the business.” % While there, they took a one-day “Sea Escape" excursion on a ship called the Norwegian Star. A bit of excitement was caused when a fellow jumped overboard! A speedboat happened to be following, and was able to rescue him. <