The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 19, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 June 1990 — Page 12

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., June 20,1990

Celebrate 45th anniversary — North Webster Lions charter Lioness club

By JERI SEELY Editor

The North Webster Lions Club became the first to use the new community room in the Tippecanoe Township Community Building last Thursday when the club met to charter a new Lioness club and observed the 45th anniversary of the Lions club. A roast beef and chicken dinner was served by members of the American Legion. The kitchen in the new building had been completed earlier that day. Region Chairman Chuck Hogan of Warsaw served as MC for the event. He commented on the building being used for the first time for the special occasion and complimented the Lions, and others, who have donated both money and hard work to finish the building. Hogan told the Lions to “Take pride in your accomplishments,” and added, “It takes work but the rewards are many. In no means is your work done, but I know you are rolling up your shirt sleeves to see that it is done.” Charter Club The charter for the Lioness club was presented by District Lioness Chairman Delbert Haupert of Laketon. Accepting the charter were co-presidents Deanna Overmyer and Lou Ann Hilton. Haupert then assisted North Webster Lions Club President Dave Patterson and Jay Overmyer. in presenting the Lioness pins. Co-president Overmyer thanked the Lions for sponsoring the Lioness club. She said the Lionesses are concerned and dedicated ladies who for years

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have worked beside the Lions. They plan to be more effective in the future. Lions President Patterson presented a gavel to the copresidents and stated a gong had been ordered. Members of the new Lioness club are Janet Brandon, Barbara

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Brilliandt, Anne Burns, Jeannine Close, Susan Corn, Jane Deßolf, Carol Dragoo, Ruth Dunker, Mary Jane Foster, Carolyn Gray, Bobbi Hamman, Lou Ann Hilton, Charlotte Hubartt, Joyce Leedy, Jane Lisbta, Sue Ann Mitchell, Rosy Mort, Deanna Overmyer, Joyce Packard, Juanita

Robinett, Susanne Robinson, Valerie Patterson, Joyce Phaneuf, Sylvia Richards, Teresa Richcreek, Mabel Shawver, Hilda Stone, Marilyn Thrasher, Pia Thystrup, Sherry Van Pelt, Diana Welker. 45 Years Os Service Lions President Patterson read a short history of the North Webster Lions Club as written by Paul Royer, the club’s only remaining charter member. Besides sponsoring the Mermaid Festival, the club has held BBQs, rib roasts, fish fries, the haunted house, “500 Club,” April fool drawing, boat storage and garage sales. The Lions have participated in Lions/Quest in the Wawasee Community School Corporation, held Easter egg hunts, children’s Christmas parties and purchased eyeglasses. They have supported the Lions Law Camp, Cub Scouts, library, community building, beach fund. Camelot Hall, Palace of Sports, local EMS, local police and the community relief fund. On the state and international level they have given money for vehicles for Guatemala, Leader Dogs for the Blind, Indiana Lions Eye Bank, Indiana Lions Cancer Control, Indiana Lions Speech and Hearing, Lions Clubs International Foundation (disaster relief) and International Youth Exchange. The Lions Charter, which had been restored, was presented to Tippecanoe Township Trustee Dick Mitchell for hanging in the community building. It contains the names of the club’s 63 charter members. Patterson presented perfect attendance pins to David Caldwell, Jeff Corn, Mike Engle, Sonny Foster, Jay Hamman, Vic Hilton, Bernie Hubartt, Bill Metcalf, Dick Mitchell, Don Mort, Jay Overmyer, Dave Patterson, Phil Payne, Fred Phaneuf, Bob Richards, Brad Richards, Dick Runyan, Dan Tystrup, Greg Van Pelt, Steve Ward and Gene Whitacre. Key awards were presented by Hogan to Foster, Patterson, Bob Richards, Whitacre and Runyan. Membership Key awards are given to Lions who have sponsored two or more Lions who have stayed in the club for a year and a day. District Governor Russ Matthews of Oswego inducted new members into the club. Matthews told those present, “We need new members in Lionism. If we don't have members, we can't do the things we need to do!” They are: Mark Alfano and Bill King, sponsored by Jeff Hamman; Mat'k

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Flecker and Richard Henry, sponsored by Mitch Ousley; and Dan Poston, sponsored by Bob Richards. Matthews told the new Lions the organization was founded in 1917 in Chicago by Melvin Jones. It became an international organization in 1921 when Canada and Mexico chartered clubs. Today, Lionism is in 167 countries with a club being chartered in East Germany last month. Soon, the governor said, there should be a club in Russia, too. He explained there are eight districts in Indiana. Each is represented by a governor, region and zone chairmen. In 25-G there are 70 clubs with about 2,700 members. There are over 18,000 Lions in the state of Indiana. He also explained the four state projects — Cancer Control, Eye Bank, Speech and Hearing and Leader Dog — and explained the workings of LCIF, the international relief and special projects fund. Hogan presented a 10-year chevron to Tim Hine, a 20-year chevron to Phil Payne, and a 45-year chevron to Paul Royer. Royer was then presented with an LCIF certificate by Governor Matthews. Royer is the club’s only charter member. The following officers were installed by Past District Governor Bud Seely of Milford: President, Mitch Ousley; first vice president, Dan Thystrup; second vice president, Dick Runyan; third vice president, Jeff Corn; secretary Dick Runyan; treasurer, Bernie Hubartt; chaplain and song leader. Fred Phaneuf;' one year directors, David Caldwell, Lowell Gillmore and Brad Richards; two year directors, Don Mort, Jay Overmyer and Steve Ward; membership committee, Sonny Foster (chairman), Jeff Hamman, Eddie Sult; tail twister, Mike Engle; Lion Tamer, Bob Richards. During his closing remarks, Patterson said the haunted house had been a success with some 3,000 persons visiting it, some coming from as far away as Fbrt Wayne and Anderson. The club, he noted, now has 55 members. He challenged new president Mitch Ousley to end his year with a membership equal to the 63 who had signed the charter. Patterson said he felt the Lioness club would be a benefit to the Lions club and commented on the fire truck the club had purchased and was using to promote the Mermaid Festival. He concluded by noting the work the Lions and other clubs have done on the community building and on the coming Mermaid Festival.

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CHARTER PRESENTED — Members of the North Webster Lions Club held charter night activities last Thursday for the North Webster Lioness Club. Above, Co-Presidents Lou Ann Hilton and Deanna Overmyer hold the club’s new charter which District Lioness Chairman Delbert Haupert, right, had just presented to them.

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LION OF THE YEAR — During the North Webster Lions Club's festivities last Thursday night a plaque was presented to Bernie Hubartt, the club’s 1989-90 Lion of the year. Hubartt is shown on the left receiving congratulations from club president Dave Patterson. Shown in the back from left are Charlotte Hubartt. Valerie Patterson and Chuck Hogan. Hogan served as MC for the evening's events.

Wet bikes getting to be a big problem on lake

Wet bikes, w'averunners. water bikes, jet skies and the like are getting to be a big problem on the lakes this summer. The problem: inexperienced operators who are operating the water crafts in an imprudent manner. Indiana Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Officer Carl Hepler pointed out many are operating the crafts without any knowledge about the craft or safety rules. He stated to operate such a craft a person has to be 14 years of age, but officers are seeing many operators who are younger. There are over 5,000 of these types of watercrafts registered in Kosciusko County. Authorities are fearful someone will be severely or fatally injured due to the lack of knowledge in operation of bikes. Conservation and lake patrol officers are encouraging parents

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and owners of the bikes to show those who would be operating the bikes the correct procedures and the boat safety laws. Laws governing these types of watercrafts are similar to boats and, according to law, a life saving device must be on board the machine. Hepler noted that a lot of riders are seen wearing wet suits while riding the bikes, however, these are not Coast Guard approved life saving devices. Imprudent Operation Officers can also arrest persons for the imprudent operation of the watercraft. What does this mean? Anyone who is operating the watercraft in a manner that endangers their life or others in a reckless manner. This includes "buzzing” around other boats while anchored, getting behind a large boat that is casting out large waves and jumping the

waves. The boat law of traveling 10 miles per hour pr less within 200 feet of shore also applies. Hepler also stated many of the crafts are operated atzfull speed when the operatorJisQeaving or returning to slmpe/He noted the dangers ina misconception on the instance to/the pier, hitting a swimmerfor having a wave push the craft into a pier. Last year there were several accidents involving jet skies or waverunners. In both cases, the operators had no prior instruction to operating the craft. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries. Hepler noted that a law may be forthcoming, if problems continue, requiring operators of the waverunners, jet skies, water bikes and the like to take a safety course before the crafts can be operated on the lakes. While operators of the crafts can be arrested for violation of the boating laws, parents of juveniles can also be arrested for the violations their children commit. This is called permitting a violation. Authorities are asking the public's cooperation in teaching those who ride the watercraft safe operating procedures, to keep the summer fun, safe and a happy one on the lakes. Especially when it could mean serious or fatal injuries. Crunchy meatloaf I found a wonderful substitute for bread crumbs in my meatloaf recipe. I use instant mashed potatoes. They give the meatloaf a crunchy texture which my family enjoys better than my old recipe. Virginia T., Washington, DC.