The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 2, Milford, Kosciusko County, 21 February 1990 — Page 16
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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., Februarv 21,1990
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APPROXIMATELY 30 senior members of the Milford Community enjoyed a stroll down memory lane Tuesday as Milford Librarian Mary Jurss gave a slide presentation featuring photographs of the early town and those who resided here. Dating back to as far as 1903. the photographs were taken by Sam Estep and passed on to his kin through the years. In the photograph. Thedia Rhodes. Bernieee Dwyer, and Rob Groves, all Milford natives, are shown enjoying the presentation As the slide show progressed, the seniors became involved in identifying friends, family and places that are no longer here. Although informative, the slide presentation also offered small remembrances to main of the
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seniors. Viewing one photograph of several young boys wearing knickers, Jess Haab laughed, "I grew up in those fool things." One particular photograph of the inside of the Dell Hastings Drug Store aroused quite a conversation between the seniors. Most recalled that a popular Indian cure for breaking the tobacco habit could be purchased there. Other photographs of Milford's Main Street were quite surprising to many as the streets were always filled with people. Mary Jurss joked. "It looks like the New York Stock Exchange." Other photographs showed the old Milford School; the Miles and Higbee Bankers office, located where city hall is today; and the Old Methodist Church before it
burnt down in 1923. There was even a photograph of the photographer. Sam Estep, with his camera. At the conclusion of the presentation, Bob Groves told how the town got its name explains that in the early days, there was no bridge that crossed the TurkeyCreek, only a shallow spot, or ford, near the saw and grist mills Because the crossing was known to everyone as the ford near the mills. Milford was derived. This was the second slide presentation Mary Jurss has given in the last month. The stroll down memory lane was a real thrill for the elders of the community and many say they are hoping for more slide shows in the future. For those and for everyone who would have liked to attend. Mary assures that at least one more presentation w ill be given at the library during National Library Week. April 22-28. No date has yet been set. -0 ON SATURDAY. March 3. a benefit hog roast and dance will be held for Charles Lingofelter at American Legion Post 154. Nap panee. Proceeds will go to help with medical costs and other expenses. Born and raised in the Milford area. Charles has lived in the Nappanee area for approximately 35 years and recently underwent hip replacement surgery for the second time. His sister. Ruth Gillis, is a Dewart Lake-resident.
The benefit is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Ernie Givens Show, followed by a dance with music furnished by a DJ. Tickets for the benefit are available at the Legion, or persons may call 773-7686. Door prizes will be given.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION has reached our office regarding Cindy Harper's upcoming participation in the 1990 Mrs. Florida Pageant: Mrs. Harper of Fort Myers Beach. Fla., has been selected as a state finalist in the 1990 Mrs. Florida Pageant scheduled for May 19-20 at the Sheraton Bal Harbour Hotel on Miami Beach. The winner will represent Florida in the 15th annual Mrs. America Pageant on national television. Some 70 women will compete for the Florida title. Mrs. Harper will be judged on the basis of beauty of face and figure, poise, personality, grooming, intelligence and speaking ability. She is a graduate of Wawasee High School and is presently employed by Vayo-Nesbit Real Estate. Her hobbies include tennis and water skiing. Cindy and her husband, Stanley, reside at Cindonway Shores, near Dewart Lake, during the summer months. She is the daughter of Wayne and Irene Bucher, also of Cindonway Shores. —o— RECENT VISITORS in the home of Marge Kaiser of South Main Street, Milford, were her son-in-law and daughter. Michael and Shelley Tracy of Canon City. Colo. They returned to their Colorado home on February 18 after spending a week here —o— WITH A grade point average of 3.912 out of a possible 4.(1, Julia A. Ouwenga was named to the fall semester dean’s list at Olivet Nazarene University, Kankakee, ill. Julia is the daughter of Dick and Meredith McDaniel, Dewart Lake. A senior majoring in English education, secondary schools. Julia is a 1986 graduate of Wawasee High School Before transferring from Purdue University. West Lafayette, she was a member of Purdue University Choir and was also named Farmhouse Fraternity Sweetheart Julia and her husband, Ronald, reside at 730 Bethel Rd. #5, Bourbonnais, HI. 60914. - o IT WOULD appear the Milford Nutrition Site is a very busy place Some 27 senior citizens gathered in the community building last Wednesday to observe Valentine's Day. The meal of cranberry juice, baked chicken, corn, beets, strawberry whip with coffee, tea or milk had been prepared and catered by REAL Services. Jean Purcell furnished home-baked cookies. Valentine favors, door prizes and other arrangements were furnished by Phyllis Roy. director of the Milford Nutrition Site.
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Prayer for the meal was given by Robert Groves. “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” was sung by all and a happy upcoming 89th birthday was sung to Mrs. Theo Beer. Norma Roose, county coordinator of the REAL meals and services explained the new regulations which are temporarily in effect because of reduced funding (see article elsewhere in this issue). The social hour was concluded with games.
Lions entertain district governor
The Milford Lions Club entertained District Governor Russ Matthews of Oswego Monday evening during his official visit. Matthews discussed Lions activities around the state and how they affect the local clubs. Wayne Richardson gave a report on the planning of the steering committee for Milford’s Street Dance and Ice Cream Social set- for Saturday, May 26. Included in the list of activities planned todate are the ice cream social, a youth league tournament, dunk tank, food booths, a garage sale and a street dance. Al Miller commented that the search continues for a scoutmaster for the Milford troop. Miller added that any suggestions for a leader by members of the community would be apArea residents booked at jail The following persons were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail recently: Rod Gentry Ladig, 25, 204 S. James St., Milford, was charged with failure to appear. He was held on $250 bond. Robert Vern Bartman, 19. 106 Allen St., Syracuse, was booked on a charge of probation violation and held on $3,000 bond. Kimberly Ann Granger, 23, r 2 box 36, Syracuse, was sentenced to 90 days in the county jail on a charge of dealing marijuana. Neva Jo Hughes, 16, r 2 box 48, North Webster, was sentenced to the department of corrections. Angela Kay Gates, 19. r 2 box 373, Syracuse, was booked on a charge of conversion and held on $250 bond. Three vehicles collide A three-vehicle collision resulted in less than $3,000 last Thursday. Feb. 15. at 12:20 p.m. on SR 15 in Elkhart County. Debra J Bevers, 24, 118 Cottage Ave.. Goshen, was driving north on SR 15 when a mail truck, a 1988 Grumman, driven by Jeffrey L. Kiem, 29, 1705 W. Plains Drive, Goshen, pulled out in front of her after making a delivery. Randall D. Hoover, 28, 71787 CR 127, Syracuse, was traveling behind Bevers and could not stop in time to avoid the collision. Bever's 1985 Dodge Ram, pushed ahead following impact and missed the mail truck. Hoover's vehicle, after hitting the Bever vehicle, then veered right and hit the mail truck. The incident was investigated by Sheriff 's Ptl. Gerald Webb. 'Reporter' was mailed last week The Wawasee Community Schools "Reporter”-was mailed to area residents last Thursday, Feb. 15. The "Reporter" is published four times per year and distributed to residents of the Wawasee Community School Corporation School District in November. February, April, and August. In the “Reporter" is information on all four schools within the school district. For information on to how obtain additional copies or for further information,, write to Editor, Wawasee Community Schools Reporter, Wawasee Community School Corporation, r 6 box 213A, Syracuse, Ind. 46567-9131.
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preciated. A decision was made to have Bruce Lamb make contacts to test Milford school students in a hearing program. The club spon-
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OFFICIAL VISIT — District Governor Russ Matthews made an official visit to the Milford Lions Club Monday evening and told the club of the many activities happening in the district and at the state and international level. Pictured are club President Dennis Wuthrich, Russ Matthews, and First Vice President Tom Sorensen.
Town council agrees —
Syracuse must do something to curb $79,000 waste costs
By MARK HUFFMAN Stuff Writer After witnessing a sanitation contract that has escalated from last year’s figure of $49,000 to approximately $79,000 this year, the Syracuse Town Council agreed that “something must be done soon" to curb waste costs. Reporting at the council s monthly meeting last night (Tuesday) in the Syracuse Town Hall, council member Carl Myrick noted. "We can’t continue to pay the present rates." He suggested the town follow the lead of other communities and pursue a recycling program. Myrick and fellow member Ken Johnson have been exploring various options, examining the programs from other counties. Myrick noted that an eventual measure may call for the town to place restrictions on the amount of waste residents place for pickup. "We may also need to reword the (trash) ordinance to take out some items, such as leaves and tree limbs. we’re just paying too much with those things in the contract,” Myrick said. Town attorney Bob Reed agreed, noting that the ordinance hadn't been reviewed in 15 to 16 years. Johnson also noted that most other towns don’t pay for industry pick-up. Currently, Syracuse allows businesses to place up to one cubic yard of
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OUR OUT-OF-TOWNERS were lucky to be somewhere else last Wednesday and Thursday as an ice, sleet, and snow storm hit the area. The roads were very treacherous and school was cancelled Thursday. Those who braved the road conditions trying to go to work found it nearly impossible because of deep, frozen ruts in the roads caused by the ice and snow. Snowplows never made it down some country roads until late afternoon. Going home from work was much better.
sored the same program two years ago. Lamb hopes to have the tests conducted in April. Club President Dennis Wuthrich appointed a committee
waste for free pick-up. "That may have to change." Myrick deadpanned. The two councilmen will continue to explore ways to curb the town's waste load and may submit a proposal at next month's meeting. In other business, the council unanimously approved a contract with Tenney Pavoni Associates, Inc. (formerly TenEch Engineering of South Bend) to provide engineering work for sewer extension work on Brooklyn and Chicago streets. The work is not to exceed $15,000 in cost. The council agreed to advertise for bids for construction on the projects, with an opening date of March 1 and closing date of March 20. The council also entered into an agreement with the Kosciusko County Commissioners, who pledged their support in pursuing a federal grant to help offset costs of the Huntington Street project. The agreement obligates the town to pay for preliminary engineering work and right-of-way acquisition. Tom Gordon, president of Contract Management Services, submitted a status report for the wastewater treatment plant, noting that the town witnessed no violations of its permit for January. "The plant is running very well 1 don't forsee any major problems," said Gordon, who is overseeing the plant's operation on a monthly contract basis until a wastewater superintendent is hired. Gordon is currently implementing a preventative maintenance program at the
Friday morning, school was back in session but there was still light rain and fog. Many driveways that didn’t get plowed out are still extremely slippery. Schools were to be closed Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day but by being dismissed Thursday it was a make-up day and all students were to attend. The temperature shown here was taken yesterday, Tuesday, at noon. It has stayed pretty much the same every day.
for the annual community calendar sales. Serving on the committee are: Bud Seely, Tom Sorensen, Fred Weisser, Floyd Yoder, and Keith Beer.
water treatment plant.
Reporting for the police department, Chief Robert Ziller noted that the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program for Syracuse fifth graders had been completed, with future programs being outlined. In a monthly report, it was noted that the police department investigated 10 accidents, answered 85 complaints (theft, vandalism, burglary, etc.) and made 17 arrests during January. The department logged 5,173 miles and extended 77 courtesy calls. The town also accepted a preliminary paving list for 1990, pending approval by a committee that will be formed to review the streets with the county. In final business, the council appointed Herschell Wells to the Syracuse Park Board and reappointed John Naab as a member of the Syracuse Turkey Creek Township Library Board of Trustees. The council meets again in regular session at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 20. Worldwide income The worldwide income of U.S. citizens or resident aliens generally is subject to U.S. income tax regardless of where they live. However, several tax benefits are available if you meet certain requirements while living overseas. For more information, get free IRS Publication 54, Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad, from your nearest Embassy or Consulate.