Walkerton Independent, Volume 83, Number 27, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 2 June 1960 — Page 1

Walkerton Independent

Volume 83; Number 27

SATURDAY CRASH TAKES TWO LIVES

Wayne Dipert To Head WHS Alumni Group Wayne Dipert'was elected as president of the Walkerton Alumni Association Saturday night for the coming year The election was held at the annual meeting of the group. Assisting Wayne as officers for the year are; Dennis Baker, vice-president; Mrs. Robert Flaugher, secretary; Mrs. Carol‘Kelly, treasurer and Rhea Cripe, historian. At this meeting 38 members of the class of i 960 were success** fully initiated into the group to the delight of all present. A large crowd was in attendance and enjoyed the dinner served by the Band Boosters, the business meeting following and the initiation Honored guestr this year were the classes of 1910 and 1936. They both had a good turnout and an enjoyable time talking and reminiscing. During the registration and welcoming period throughout the Idinner, Elsie Ross supplied organ music which added greatly to the evening. The business session following was presided oter by president, James Capek. Robert Awald welcomed the graduating class and president Dennis Stombaugh gave the response Mrs. Robert Flaugher gave the secretary’s report and Mrs. Carol Kelly the treasurer's report The histoian's report was presented by Bob Urbin in the absence of Priscilla Frailey. Following the turning of the meeting over to the initiation committee and the satisfactory work of this group and cooperation of the seniors, the floor was cleared for dancing Music was furnished by "Tile Men About Town" and this was enjoyed until midnight In the next year, a committee will be appointed to dispose of some money left by various classes in their treasuries, and it was felt the alumni association could handle this situation. President Dipert will name this committee later.

Pirate Stars Law and Burgess To Be In Walkerton Monday

Two Stars of the red hot Pittsburgh Pirates, Vernon Law and Forest “Smokey" Burgess, will be In Walkerton next Monday afternoon to hold a baseball clinic type of program in the Walkerton Place Park. This afternoon shouM be highlighted in the lives of the kids (from 6 to 60) that attend as these two real major league veterans WiH talk and show off a little of their skills to all present. The time for the start of the big shindig is 2:30 p.m. A special invitation has been offered to Vernon Law, and after considerable trying to make it ftt into his schedule, the Pittsburgh organization has put the stamp of approval on it and he and Smokey will be here Monday On an off day in their schedule before starting action in Wrigley Field in Chicago. To date. Law is the hottest pitcher in the National League as he sports a tremendous 7-1 record and is the mainstay of the Pirate staff that is pacing the National League. His pitching to 'date has been very short of

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Summer Park Recreation Now In Progress The Summer Park Program, an annual program for the entertainment of the children of the Walkerton area, is now is session. This is handled by Richard Kick bush. The daily sessions are to bo held from 9 a.m. until noon and again from 1:00 pm. until 4:00. There are activities for both boys and girls such as tetherball, croquet, kickball, badminton, horseshoes, archery, pingpong, etc. This is open to all who want to come and is supervised. DANCE Dance Friday night sponsored by the Walkerton Explorers at the Youth Building 8 to 11 p.m. Donation 25 cents each.

perfect. Smokey, a catcher who hits like he owns the pitchers, has for several years been one of the most consistent hitters in the league. Despite his lack of speed and playing every day he consistently is among the league leaders in the hitting department and is hitting at a .342 clip at this writing. AU Walkerton Junior League players, the Pony League and every interested boy and man around is invited to attend Monday afternoon. Remember, this will be. in the big park, not in the Junior League diamond. Make plans to attend. CIVIC CLUB The Civic Club will have a Salad Bar at 7 pm. Monday, June 6. at the Community Building Th; i is .1 called meeting and the final on e until September. All members are urged to bring a salad and table service. Rolls and drink will be furnished. It is a mistake for the "woodman to spare" some family trees.

WALKERTON, INDIANA JUNE 2, 1960

Lana Morrison Wins Radmacher Scholarship ..., -X At the awards program in the Walkerton High School Friday morning, Lana Morrison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Morrison, 1000A Ohio St., was named as the winner Os the Thomas F. Radmacher Scholarship for this year. This scholarship is given annually by the Walkerton Lions Chib in the amount of SIOO.OO in memory of Mr. Radmacher, a long-time superintendent and teacher in the Walkerton Schools. The requiremets of the scholarship are based on the following five points: 1. Senior student in Walkerton High School preparing to teach as a profession. 2 Must rank in upper half of graduating class. 3. Must have good background of school citizenship and attitude. 4. Must have a record of participation in activities that are indicative of a successful teaching career both in school and community activities. 5. Must have a relative need In comparison with similarly qualified classmates Lana was selected by the committee of five members of the Lions Club arid school officials from the graduating class. She was salutatorian of her class. Th award was presented to Miss Morrison by Robert Urbin, Ist vice-president of the Walkerton Lions Club.

Two Teenagers Admit Shoplifting Two fifteen year old Walkerton girls admitted shoplifting i n two Walkerton places of business after a report of a missing transister radio was given to the Walkerton Police by Dick’s Radio & TV on Saturday, May 28. The girls were brought in for questioning and admitted taking the radio, valued at $34.95 and a record from Haney’s Dime Store. The one girl, with the radio in her possession, has been on record at the police station at an earlier date for another and different charge. She was put in custody of tier parents at that time, but now will be put under the St. Joseph County Juvenile Department's jurisdiction. Robert Reeder, route 3. Walkerton, and Eva Barrett, also of route 3, were involved in a minor property damage accident at the corner of Indiana St. and Roosevelt Road, in Walkerton. Reeder, waiting on the traffic signal on Roosevelt Road, had his automobile damaged slightly when the Barrett car failed to stop while attempting to make a left turn onto Roosevelt Road. The Barrett car had brake trouble, but the damages were minor and no arrests were made. Total damages amounted to approximately 355.00. Ernest William Justice, route 1. Grover town, appeared in the Justice of the Peace’s court last week on charges of failure to have his car under control May 16, which resulted in an accident as he struck a utility pole at the corner of Washington and Virginia Sts. He paid a fine and costs totaling $18.75 after pleading guilty. LINCOLN TWP. HOSTS YORKTOWN H. D. CLUB The Yorktown Home Demonstration Club wiM be guests of the Lincoln Twp. club Tuesday, June 7, when a movie on cancer will be shown by the South Bend Cancer Society. Hostesses will be Mrs. Charles Bellinger, Mrs. Elmer Daube. Mrs. Clem Ake and Mrs. Amil Snyder. Take the advice others give you, but make your own decision.

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Accident Occurs 4 Miles East Os Walkerton Guy Ross, 82. route 1, Walkerton, and Edward Phoenes, 23, of Lombard, 11l , were killed in a traffic accident Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. about 4 miles east of Walkerton when Ross’ car was struck broadside by a car driven by Delbert Ponder, of Moline, II). The Rosg car pulled onto U. S. 6, from Sycamore Road while heading north towards his home. The Ponder car couldn't avoid the crash as they were westbound on U S. 6. The Indiana State Police who covered the accident pronounced Ross dead at the scene of the accident A fractured skull was the cause of death. Edward Phoenes was rushed to Parkview hospital in Plymouth and later transferred to Memorial hospital in South Bend for treatment of a skull fracture. He died Sunday aftemocn from the injuries In addition to the driver and Phoenes. a third passenger, Walter Miartino, 19, Westchester, HL, was also taken to Parkview’ hospital. He is confined to the hospital with severe cuts and bruises and a concussion. Pouder was released after treatment for severe cuts on his head and right leg and bruises. Both vehicles were completely demolished as a result of this crash. The accident was covered by Trooperg C. W. Neary and John Jacobson, Indiana State Police; Sheriff Jerry Greenlee and Deputy Dean Baker, of Marshall county; and the coroner, Dr. Marshall Stine, of Bremen. Ross was born in Marshall County on Feb. 20, 1878. He was married in 1907 to Julia Thompson She died June 3, 1936. Surviving are two sons, Harley Ross, Walkerton, and Logan Ross, Malberin, Ar.; three grandchiildren; a sister, Mrs. Iva Devine, Walkerton, and a brother, Chauncey Ross, Walkerton. The body was taken to the Nusbaum Funeral Home where services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday with Rev. Donald Ruhl, of the Teegarden Evangelical United Brethren church, officiating Burial was in Tyner cemetery. Tony’s Shoe Shop Leaving Town Mr. and Mrs. Tony Catanzarita of Tcny’s Shoe Repair and Dry Cleaning Service, are leaving Walkerton to open a business in Mishaw*aka. They very much appreciate the patronage during the past years 0? their friends in Walkerton. There will be no shoe repairing after June 11th. The Dry Cleaning Service will remain in the present location under the management of Hany Mechling who will also operate his Heating Sales. Service and Installation business in the same building. SPECIAL NOTICE Walkerton Chapter O. E. S will hold, a rummage and bake sale on Saturday, June 18. Anyone with rummage can leave it at the home of Mrs. Janies Verkier, 709 Illinois St., or at the home of Mrs. Clarence Reid, Rt. 3. Koontz Lake. Members gather together vour nun mage or contact either 237 M or 713 J, Walkerton. Blow down and live!