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Summit brings East-West together 4th annual Japan-Northeast Indiana summit takes place in Wabash

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com For the fourth time, local business and industry leaders met with their peers from the country of Japan to continue fostering business partnerships between the two nations with a focus on the major paradigm shift on the horizon in the auto industry.

At the 4th Annual JapanNortheast Indiana Summit, held July 19 in Wabash’s Eagles Theater, representatives from both countries discussed numerous manufacturing trends, most importantly the increase in the number of automobiles that no longer rely on fossil fuel for power.

Before the day began, Wabash Mayor Scott Long offered condolences to the summit visitors from the Far East on the loss of one of their most prominent countrymen, who was assassinated July 8.

“Before we start today’s program, I wanted to share mine and the city of Wabash’s deepest condolences to the people of Japan for the recent loss of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe,” said Long. “He was a beloved figure, both in Japan and the United States and he will be missed.”

The nearly five-hour summit included panel discussions and was kicked off in the morning with presentations by not only Long, but Emcee Chad Ruston of the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership; Theresa Kulczak, Japanese American Society of Indiana; Consul-General Tajima Hiroshi; Tomofumi Nishizawa, Japan External Trade Organization and Bernard Swiecki from the Center for Automotive Research.

Kulczak, who lived in Japan for six years, touted Wabash’s history of collaboration with its Far East ally.

“The city of Wabash has been at the forefront of communities, which have developed new initiatives with Japan, especially with the establishment of the new high school Japanese language program, thanks to Mayor Long’s leadership,” she said.

Kulczak also pointed east to Huntington County, making another parallel between the area and the home country of the summit’s guests.

“One of my favorite reasons to visit Northeast Indiana is the Joseph Ducuis restaurant in Roanoke,” she continued. “The

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Consul-General Tajima Hiroshi was among the speakers at the 4th Annuyal Japan-Northeast Indiana Summit.

Photo by Phil Smith Joseph Decuis restaurant, to our knowledge, still has the only farm in the United States raising Japanese Wagyu beef, using all the natural humane Japanese practices taught to them by the legendary Wagyu farmer in Japan, Shogo Takeda. It represents the agrarian side of a relationship and it points to Indiana’s active agricultural ties to Japan.”

As pointed out by later speakers, Kulczak touted the Hoosier state’s strong connection to Japan.

“The State of Indiana is proud to serve as one of the top homes for Japan-invested manufacturing in the country,” she said. The region is really an anchor for our relationship.” She added that the summit

would serve as a status update for a move to alternatives to fossil fuel.

“Industry continues to evaluate and prepare for the transition to electrification,” she said.

Hiroshi and Nishizawa both thanked Long for the words of condolence regarding the shooting death of Abe. “I was glad to hear that the Japanese-learning students in Wabash High School have increased by more than three times from 2020 to 2021,” said Hiroshi. He added that the strong relationship between the two countries was illustrated by Long’s earlier comments. “The outpouring of appreciation and condolences received from Mayor Long, the Japan-American Society of

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Indiana and countless others reminded me of the solidarity in community, policy and business purpose that Japan and Indiana share.”

Hiroshi also talked about a longstanding U.S.-Japan relationship further east, in Allen County where Fort Wayne has been partnered with a city in Japan for more than 40 years.

“Why Japan and Northeast Indiana relationship is so close boils down to the strong cultural connections we have built,” he said, mentioning the “sister city” program between Fort Wayne and Takaoka, Japan, begun in 1977.

“Our business partnership continues to deepen with strong momenCont. on Pg. 15.

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Business, civic leaders seek action on education Editor’s Note: The following is a joint letter to various governmental agencies around Wabash County from a group of concerned business leaders and citizens.

A Joint Open Letter to: Wabash County Commissioners Members of the Wabash County Council Members of the Councils of LaFontaine, Lagro, North Manchester, Roann, and Wabash Mayor of Wabash Members of MSD of Wabash County School Board, Manchester Community Schools Board, and Wabash City Schools Board of Education We join together as civic and business leaders to underscore the importance of providing a competitive K through 12 public education for all of the current and future stu-

dents of Wabash County. Our current and future students deserve nothing less.

Further, the availability of top tier public education as compared to other Indiana communities is critical for population growth, attracting new residents and employees to Wabash County, and to entice existing and new employers to fully invest in Wabash County.

We ask that Wabash County’s officials convene a group of Wabash County leaders and citizens who will develop a vision and pathway for a county-wide solution to a competitive and sustainable K through 12 educational offering for Wabash County. *** It is no secret that Wabash County has a fundamental challenge in reversing the population decline of Wabash

County.

Wabash County’s population has continued to decline even though the 11-county region of Northeast Indiana (of which Wabash County is a part) has reversed that decline and has been posting solid population gains over the last several years. Even more concerning is that Wabash County is the only county in the 11-county region that has declined in population since 1990. While our decline in Wabash County is not predominantly a result of our K through 12 public education offerings, education is a key component of reversing this decline along with housing and the availability of professional and high paying jobs.

The Comprehensive Plan For Wabash County and the signers’ firsthand experience confirm that strong local schools as compared to neighboring commu-

nities are a major factor when families are deciding where to live.

The Community Foundation of Wabash County and Grow Wabash County have called on all citizens of Wabash County to address the steady and alarming decline in population that threatens a competitive 21st century education, industry, competitive wages and incomes, job growth, economic development, the availability of retail and professional services and the value of our homes. A coalition of leaders from all sectors—industry, education, government, philanthropy and others— joined an unprecedented countywide collaboration to develop and implement a plan for growth, opportunity and prosperity of the entire county. More than 200 citizens submitted over 1,000 ideas for growth. An overwhelming message

received in developing the comprehensive plan was that the strength of local schools is a major factor when families are deciding where to live.

Focus group participants without exception voted well- funded competitive K-12 education as the top priority for growth.

Our county is rightfully proud that we are an amenity rich county with destination amenities like great downtowns (including a new cultural district), The Honeywell Center and its other venues (including the Eagles Theatre), our rivers, reservoirs and a growing trail system, the new Parkview Wabash Hospital, the Wabash County Y, Manchester University, Strauss Peabody Aquatic Center, Charley Creek Inn and many more. Even with these amenities, we have not reversed population decline.

Having a competitive

K through 12 educational program that is one of the best in the region and all of Indiana will ensure that Wabash County becomes the place of choice to live, work and raise a family. We also believe that the availability of strong local schools is a major factor in attracting new businesses, enticing existing businesses to increase their investment and increasing the number of high wage jobs. And as “success breeds success,” Wabash County could build on its existing strengths, educational and otherwise, and become a preferred location for teachers and administrators.

We applaud the work of MSD School Board and its team for recognizing that bold changes are needed in our county today and for the future.

The MSD School Cont. on Pg. 3.

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Open letter Board and its team have reported that their current enrollments have resulted in small class sizes that do not provide students the program offerings they need or desire or the scheduling flexibility to take advantage of existing offerings. In addition, they have demonstrated that the current footprint and population of their high schools does not allow for sufficient AP or dual credit courses, or provide adequate flexibility with Heartland Career Center, internships or other offerings not housed in their two high schools.

Transporting teachers or students to multiple high schools and virtual learning have not been effective solutions and, most importantly, do not provide the education our students need and want.

It is time for our county to put our students first and to provide for the depth, breadth and sustainability of our K through 12 educational offerings on a county-wide basis. Doing so will be fundamental to and a catalyst for reversing our population decline.

Wabash County must commit itself

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Wabash County must commit itself to a pathway that will ensure that we have a competitive K through 12 educational offering that is as strong as any other public-school program in Indiana or elsewhere. to a pathway that will ensure that we have a competitive K through 12 educational offering that is as strong as any other publicschool program in Indiana or elsewhere. It will encompass a program not only for those students who are college bound but also those students who aspire to a different pathway like advanced manufacturing or logistics. These offerings will encompass AP courses, dual credit offerings, arts and music and a broad and competitive offering of athletic programs and facilities.

Now, we ask our local leaders to be part of a historic, wholistic longterm solution to ensure the future of education and growth in Wabash County.

Your leadership matters.

We believe that the time has come to develop a comprehensive K through 12 educational program on a county-wide basis. A countywide focus is needed to assure that we have scale (now

and in the future) sufficient to provide the offerings our students need and deserve.

We have not concluded that there is one preferred way to accomplish this goal. Rather, we strongly believe that it is time that we view this challenge as a countywide challenge and opportunity to align on a pathway for our county’s long-term success.

And, most importantly, it is the right thing to do for our students to have the education they need and deserve.

Our request is not complicated.

We ask that you convene a diverse group of Wabash County leaders and citizens who will thoughtfully and carefully review the options available to us and develop a vision and pathway for moving forward a countywide approach to the development of a competitive

K through 12 educational offering for Wabash County.

If you wish to add your name as a public signatory to this letter, please email us at wabashcountyeducation@g mail.com. And, if you have questions or desire to support this effort, please email us at the same email address.

Thank you.

Sincerely, Richard Church, Parkview Health Dan Ford, Community Volunteer John Forrester, Business Leader Lisa Gilman, Redemption Development Howard Halderman, Halderman Companies David McFadden, Manchester University Jack Wiley, Employee

Centricity LLC Marilyn CusterMitchell, Waypoint Steve Ford, Business Leader Greg Garner, Community Volunteer Dave Haist, Community Volunteer Bob Krouse, MPS Egg Farms Tod Minnich, Honeywell Foundation

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Prevention program part of First Friday The “Prevent, Recover, and Rock Together” event at First Friday, Aug. 5, is to keep Wabash County aware of the impact illicit drugs and tobacco have on our communities. This event will bring attention to parents and young people alike, the responsibility we all have to be aware of what is out there and the resources that are available to combat the drug epidemic in our county.

The Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition is involved together with the Drug Steering Prevention Committee in prevention that provides resources that are available to help fight against the drug epidemic and give support to those

who are seeking recovery.

The nicotine in tobacco products and e-cigarettes is an addictive drug.

Any use of tobacco, chew, smoke, or vape, leads to an addiction that can encourage the user to add other forms of drugs to boost their addiction.

Tobacco use is considered a “gateway” drug to other illicit drugs.

Mike Keaffaber, chairman of the Drug Steering Prevention Committee, states, “Wabash County

Tobacco Free Coalition is a natural partner for this event. They are engaged in tobacco prevention in our schools and have been a constant resource that combats the drug epidemic by minimizing the use of nicotine.” Keaffaber continues by saying, “You will see their presence at the event to help anyone who wants to be released from their nicotine addiction. They will also have upto-date information on tobacco and the

impact the e-cigarette has on our young people.”

An evening of entertainment and information. The national known RALI CARES – Hidden in Plain Sight trailer will be a part of the evening activities.

It is outfitted to look like a teenager’s or young adult’s bedroom, but it is filled with hidden warning signs of substance misuse. Former law enforcement and experts point out the red flags of substance misuse

based on their years of experience and discuss ways to seek help if someone is struggling with addiction.

The trailer has traveled all over the country educating parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers.

Visitors are often surprised by what they see, like common household items that serve as hiding places. This will help you be more informed to prevent the deadly cycle of opioid addiction and vaping.

An ongoing look at Wabbash County 4-H 10-year mem mbers

KYRA STOUFFER School: Whites Parents: Bart & Danielle Stouffer DL & Future Plans: Obtain a CD g to raise Regist g tered continuing Myotonic Goats 4-H Club: Rabbit Favorite 4-H Project: Goats, Beef, & Rabbits 4-H Grows Communication: Throughout Kyra’s ten years in 4H she has been able to obtain more knowledge about animals as well as strengthen her communication skills. In the past few years, Kyra has had a lot of opportunities i i that h will ill benefit b fi her h in throughout her life. She has been able to interact with breeders throughout the United States which has boosted her communication and business skills. She even was able to become a registered breeder! Kyra plans to use these skills to grow her goat breeding herd. Kyra states, “ 4-H has given me the knowledge and skills to confidently care for, sell, and inform potential customers about the animals I breed.” Kyra’s favorite 4-H memories are in the show arena when she won with her Myotonic’s in 2018 & 2021!

PAYTEN LASSITER School: Manchester Parents: Kent Lassiter & Courtney Kamphues Future Plans: Attend Indiana I University Kokomo majo oring in Business & Communicattions 4-H Club: Laketon Clove erleaves Favorite 4-H Project: Sw wine & Rabbits 4-H Grows Teamwork: Teamwork is a skill that Payten was able to gain over her h ten years in 4-H. Spending g years raising animals with herr family to members, she was able a quickly that i kl learn l h if the hey work k together and cooperate ed with one another things ran n a lot smoother. Payten states s, “ the most important thing th hat I’ve learned is that you aren’tt always right, sometimes you have h to realize it isn’t worth a arguing about.” Payten will take e these skills as she furtherrs her education and enterrs the workforce. workforce Some of her ffavorite 4-h memories woulld be spending time with her friends and just being at the fairr.

ANNIE SCHUL LER School: Northfield Parents: Mike & Andrea S Schuler Future Plans: Attend d Purdue University y majoring j g in Ag g Business & Marketing 4-H Club: Chippewa Challengers oods, Food Favorite 4-H Project: Fo Preservation, & Swine ving: 4-H Grows Problem Solv peddevelop Anniebelieves4-Hhashelp but through and grow many life skills b her projects she has learrned several goal setting core strengths including g and problem solving. This summer, Anniewillhavetenyearsoffexperience ervation and iin F Foods d and dF Food dP Prese withit.Baking numerousawardstogow and preserving doesn’t allways go as oughisover planned.Sometimesthedo kneaded, or a simple measuring mistakecanruinthewhole epie,butby analyzing errors and tryi ying again, I come. Over have learned success will c the years, Annie’s goal off obtaining a ognitionhas blueribbonorstatefairreco changed to simply wantin ng to do her best tolearnanewskill to learn a new skill, and a andtoknow best, to know what she has created has s made her family and friends happy. She always oung 4-H enjoys mentoring yo memberswithrecipeselec ction,helpful hints,tastetesting,judging gcriteriaand encouraging words. Her advice to young members, always remember to thank those who have helped you along the way. Whether it someone who spent time teaching you or y g your y project at the buying animal or pr auction, you will not be as s successful without their help.

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Bull rider Tyler Manor, 18, from Portland, Ind. rides Hang High during the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair, held Tuesday night, July 19

Spitting bulls, fearless clowns and cowboy hats

Rodeo returns to Wabash County 4-H Fair

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com It’d been awhile since area residents had a first-hand chance to see snorting bulls, the fearless men who ride those cantankerous bovine, as well as other events such as barrel racing, bronc riding and calf-roping.

“We’re proud to be here, it’s awesome,” said Aaron Platt of Roanoke, who served as emcee for the rodeo held Tuesday, July 19 during the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair. “It’s the first rodeo they’ve had in 36 years. They hired us to do it and they’ve had a

Photos by Phil Smith great response. Look at the crowd.

This is great, a great county fair rodeo.”

Platt worked in concert with rodeo clown and comedian Craig Miller, keeping the audience entertained and informed during the several hour event at the fairgrounds.

“Do us a favor,” said Miller before the start of the bull riding competition, which capped off the event. “If by chance a bull should get over the fence…please toss them back in the

Barrel racer Jamie Johnson from Stanwood, Mich. speeds past the crowd during the rodeo at the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair.

Cowboy Job Dunlavey (sic) from Kempton, Ill. performs during bareback riding at the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair, held Tuesday night, July 19. ring. We need them back.”

The banter between Platt and Miller kept the audience in stitches as Platt feigned trying to rein Miller in as the comedian flirted with women in the crowd, made political jokes and poked fun at law enforcement officers on hand for the event.

“How many of you would like to see Craig arrested?” asked Platt, adding that he would enjoy the sight greatly.

The events included numerous participants from Indiana, including several from nearby Huntington and Allen counties.

Emily Freise from nearby Huntington County said she enjoyed being able to take part in her passion without the arduous travel that often goes into the sport of rodeo.

“It was a very neat experience to

rodeo so close to home,” she said. “I college rodeo down in west Texas, so typically my family and friends don’t get to see me compete. To have the ability to compete in front of my hometown was so much fun.”

Also competing were Dakota Sunday and John Magnuson, both from Huntington County, who participated in team roping on separate teams.

Another Hoosier, 18-year-old Tyler Manor from Portland, wowed the crowd by being the only bull rider to last the requisite eight seconds on the bull he drew, named Hang High.

Events at the 2022 rodeo included bronc and bareback riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping and barrel racing.

Former NFL fullback Robert Hughes from Crete, Ill. dismounts his horse in order to wrangle a steer during the steer wrestling competition at the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair rodeo July 19.

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Stone’s career is unbelievable I honestly did not know what I was taking on when I decided to do my next column about Wabash’s Matt Stone.

The 1986 graduate of Hebron High School came to Wabash High School in the fall of 2002 as athletic director, a job he was very qualified for.

I mean – how many ADs do you know that have coached nine different sports, taken teams in two different sports to IHSAA Final Fours and coached three Indiana All-Stars in two different sports?

I’ve been involved (and I use that term loosely) in the Wabash County sports scene since 1970, spent 38-plus years at the Wabash Plain Dealer (eight as sports editor) and now write this column for The Paper of Wabash County.

County Sports Legends Where are they today?

By Roy Church I’ve dealt with several “legendary” athletic directors over the years, including Southwood’s Bob Dawes, who I con-

sidered to be the guy who wrote the book on how to be the best AD. And I always will, but Matt is a different ballgame.

I didn’t know Matt from “Adam” when I called him for some information about former WHS coaches and athletes for previous columns. No disrespect to Floyd McWhirt, the current AD, but I was told by friends that Matt had all the info on WHS Hall of Fame inductees.

After spending 14

years as Wabash AD, Matt moved to the Wabash City Schools office as chief financial officer. He spent the first year assisting McWhirt when he took over.

Today, he is “just” CFO, oh, and girls basketball coach, a position he has held since 2014.

Heading into his ninth season, his record stands at 108-82.

In his first season, Matt’s team won the county Cont. on Pg. 7.

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Legends tourney, was sectional and regional champs and set a school record with 24 wins before losing to Fort Wayne Canterbury at semi-state.

“We were the only public school in the Final Four at the 2A level that year,” Matt recalled, proudly. “I had T-shirts (stating that) made for the girls and they still show up once in a while.”

In fact, his teams won the county tourney his first three years as head coach.

So, that’s what Matt’s doing today.

But let’s go back to the beginning.

Matt played baseball, basketball and boys volleyball (yes, volleyball) at Hebron. Oh, and by the way, for those of you who have no idea (like me) where Hebron is, it’s in Porter County 15 miles south of Valparaiso. That’s northwest Indiana for you nonHoosiers (like me).

He graduated in 1986 and recruited on to the baseball team at PurdueNorth Central, now called PurdueNorthwest and located in Michigan City. He was a pitcher.

At the start of his junior year, he transferred to the main Purdue campus in West Lafayette, walked

on to the baseball team and saw his “playing” career end that Fall as a result of a knee injury and three surgeries. Notice I said “playing” career!!

His coaching career was just beginning.

That next spring, he was offered the job as baseball coach at Hebron.

He’s a junior in college.

The AD’s biggest concern: Are there any players still on the team from when Matt played?

Luckily, no. Still concerned about his age and “lack of experience” they wanted to find him an “older assistant,” Matt said.

“I let him coach third base, but I set the lineup and called all the pitches,” he added.

And that Spring he started driving from West Lafayette to Hebron several days a week to coach baseball.

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...continued from Page 6 fifth year at Purdue, he got a call from the AD at Purdue-North Central asking him if he’d be interested in the job of head coach of the men’s basketball program. Are you kidding me? Sure he was.

So, until he graduated from Purdue in December, Matt drove from West Lafayette to Michigan City several days a week, posted an 11-10 record during the ‘90-’91 season and then stepped down to focus on his alma mater.

He coached at Hebron for six years, posted an 8075 overall mark and a 37-11 conference record and was assistant basketball coach his last three years there.

“I coached my first game when I was 21 years old,” Matt said.

Then he departed for Jac-Cen-Del High School in Osgood, in Ripley

County. Where?

Yeh, that’s what I said. From Hebron, it’s more than 200 miles and more than three hours south. Just west of Milan. Everybody knows where Milan is, right? They made a movie about it.

At Jac-Cen-Del, he coached boys basketball eight years, boys and girls cross country three years, boys golf two years, softball two years, girls golf one year and volleyball for three weeks. That’s right, three weeks. Oh, and he was AD for five years.

Matt spent eight years there before getting smart (in my mind) and coming to Wabash in 2002. The world’s “first electrically lighted city” is almost three hours and 150 miles north of Osgood and two hours and 100 miles south of Hebron.

Good choice, Matt!

In the fall of 2004, the volleyball coach left one week

before the start of the season. Former Northfield player Amy Degitz was the assistant. Matt suggested she take the job and he would assist. She suggested they turn that plan around and they did – for one year.

In 2005, Matt took over the boys basketball team for three years. He won a county tourney, won 10 games in a season for the first time in 10 years and almost won a sectional. “A winning shot rimmed out,” he recalled.

His record: 25-41.

From 2010 until 2014 he coached the baseball team.

Former player and present coach, Jack Holley, was an assistant. His record: 79-53 overall and 23-12 in the Three Rivers Cont. on Pg. 12.

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Nina Hurst, 88

Robert Kreider, 97

Frederick Olinger, 69

Retired from MSD of Wabash County

World War II veteran

U.S. Navy veteran

Aug. 26, 1924 – July 17, 2022

July 29, 1952 – May 6, 2022

Feb. 4, 1934 – July 18, 2022

Nina C. Hurst, 88, of Wabash, died at 9:15 a.m., Monday, July 18, 2022, at Mulberry Health in Mulberry.

She was born on Feb. 4, 1934, in Middlesboro, Ky., to Grant and Hassie (Arnett) Hoskins.

Nina married Otis Hurst in Middlesboro, Ky., on May 19, 1949; he died May 25, 2007. She retired from MSD of Wabash County where she worked as a cook at Southwood Elementary for 22 years. She was a member of the Southside Free Will Baptist Church.

Nina lived in Wabash County since March 3, 1964, coming from Middlesboro.

She enjoyed sewing and quilting.

She is survived by three children, Randy (Pat) Hurst of Lake Placid, Fla., Dianne Evans of Lafayette, and Ray (Lisa) Hurst of Wabash; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren; and her brother, Donald Hoskins of Talbot, Tenn.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Terry Hurst, granddaughter Megan Bailey, three brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services were Monday, July 25, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. Tim Webb officiating. Burial was in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Wabash County. Visitation was Sunday, July 24, 2022, at the funeral home.

The memorial guest book for Nina may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Robert Franklin Kreider, 97, of North Manchester, passed away at 4:30 a.m. Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Peabody Healthcare.

Bob was born Aug. 26, 1924, in Liberty Mills, to Shirley and Lydia (Wendel) Kreider.

He graduated from Chester High School in 1942, where he excelled in baseball, track, and basketball. Robert served his country in World War II in the Air Corp, where he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant, as a pilot in the 64th Troop Carrier Squadron of the Eighth Air Force.

He flew B-24 and B-25 bombers, but flew mostly C-46’s and C- 47’s. He served in the Pacific Front completing over 100 flights in the Philippines, spending 500 days in the South Pacific. Upon returning from the war, he married his wartime fiancé, Bonnie Louise Ulrey of Servia, on Nov. 27, 1946.

Bob worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 42 years, as a city and rural mail carrier.

However, he always worked 2-3 part-time jobs as well. After carrying the mail, he would work at the Public Service Company, Baker Fence Company, Fedewa Appliances, or Mike’s Standard Service. He also drove for Shepherd’s Chevrolet for over 25 years.

He was a member of the American Legion, Izaak Walton League, and Rural Carriers Letter Association. Robert was a member of the Servia United Church of Christ/New Hope United Church of Christ, Bippus, Indiana, for over 70 years, serving over 40 years as financial secretary.

Surviving are his daughters Sue (Joe) Simmons, Westfield, and Kay (Steve) Klotz, Logansport; grandchildren Heather (Nick) Gault, Abbie (Russell) Mann, Molly (Ben) Hasser, and Bradley (Whitney) Simmons, and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife of 74 years Bonnie (Ulrey) Kreider, by his parents, a sister, a brother, and a son-in-law.

Visitation was Saturday, July 23, 2022, at McKee Mortuary (1401 St. Rd. 114 W.) North Manchester, Indiana. (46962) A celebration of life for both Bonnie and Bob followed. Chaplain Denise Schwaberow from Heart-to-Heart Hospice, Fort Wayne, officiated.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Robert F. Kreider, memorial contributions can be made to Heart to Heart Hospice, 7221 Engle Road, Suite 100, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, or New Hope United Church of Christ, 9160 W. 800 N., Huntington, IN 46750 Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

Elsie Knight, 91 Retired from American Stationary Sept. 9, 1930 – July 23, 2022 Elsie Irene Knight, 91, of Wabash, died at 8:21 a.m., Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru.

She was born on Sept. 9, 1930, in Ellington, Mo., to Roy and Mary (Baker) Fox. Elsie was a homemaker and also worked more than 20 years at American Stationary in Peru, retiring in 1992. She was a member of the Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafting, sewing, being outdoors, and loved her family.

She is survived by five children, Patricia (George) Burton of Peru, Kathy (Paul) King of Wabash, Judy (Rick) Grumpp of Peru, Rodney (Ava) Correll of Rochester,

and Steve Correll of Kewanna; 14 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Dennis Correll, grandson, Zachery Correll, three great grandchildren, two brothers and seven sisters.

Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, in Mexico.

Friends may call 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church.

The memorial guest book for Elsie may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Frederick G. “Fred” Olinger, 69, of National City, Calif., passed away peacefully on May 6, 2022, at his home.

The son of Frederick “Fritz” and Rose Mary (Berneburg) Olinger, Fred was born on July 29, 1952, in Wabash.

After graduating from Manchester High School in 1971, Fred went on to earn his associate’s degree from Vincennes University in 1973.

He worked at Laketon Refinery for many years before joining the Navy.

During his military career he worked in the boughs of naval ships.

Fred had a servant’s heart and a strong work ethic. He honored his faith and love for God by giving jackets and umbrellas to the homeless while living in California. His love for his family, including his heavenly mother, was pure.

Throughout his life Fred overcame many health concerns, despite this, Fred remained loving to those around him.

The loving memory of Fred Olinger will be forever cherished by his brothers, Noel (Ann Marie) Olinger, Conway, S.C., John Olinger, North Manchester, and Anthony “Tony” (Tricia) Olinger, Lafayette; sisters, Mary Carter, Cincinnati, Ohio, Julie (Dean) Wendel, South Whitley, and Clare Dials, Peru; sister-in-law, Marci Olinger, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick “Fritz” and Rose Mary Olinger; brothers, Timothy and Christopher Olinger; two brothers-in-law, Jerry Carter and Doug Dials.

Family and friends may call Friday, July 29, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 1203 State Road 114, North Manchester, Indiana. A funeral mass will begin at 11:00 a.m. following visitation. Father Dennis DiBenedetto will officiate. Burial is at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley Street, North Manchester, Indiana.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Fred Olinger, memorial contributions may be made to St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 1203 State Road 114, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Vernon Manor Children’s Home, 1955 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN 46992.

The family of Fred Olinger has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

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Philip Weck, 85

Geneva Woodward, 77

U.S. Army veteran

U.S. Navy veteran

Aug. 10, 1948 – July 21, 2022

Retired from Dana Corp.

April 7, 1937 – July 20, 2022

Sept. 5, 1944 – July 23, 2022

Nancy Jo (Gidley) Crowe, 73, of Vine Grove, Ky., was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at 2:21 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2022, from a heart attack at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, Ky. She was born on Aug. 10, 1948, in Wabash, to Wayne A. and Sarah Elizabeth “Betty” (Pitts) Gidley.

Nancy was a 1966 graduate of Wabash High School and a graduate of Marion Beauty College. She married Donnie Crowe on May 4, 1985. Nancy owned and operated Nancy’s Swirl and Curl for 10 years before joining the U.S. Army. As a Gulf War Veteran, Sergeant First Class Crowe retired from the Army in Fort Knox, Ky., in 2003, after 24 years of service. Nancy was a member of the VFW Post 286 and a life member of the American Legion Post 15, both of Wabash. She enjoyed gospel music, helping others, and was a servant of the Lord. She was very patriotic.

She is survived by her husband, Donnie Crowe of Vine Grove; two brothers, Larry D. Gidley and Gary (Marta) Gidley, both of Wabash; two sisters, Brenda (Steve) Norman of Brighton, Mich., and Beth (David) Girtz of Monticello; along with several nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, William E. “Duke” Gidley and Jeffrey P. Gidley, and her nephew, Matthew Turner Gidley.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Nancy’s husband, Donnie Crowe, officiating.

Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 48 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is American Heart Association.

The memorial guest book for Nancy may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Sterling Armstrong, 29 Norwell High School alum July 23, 1992 – July 22, 2022 Sterling “Hunter” Armstrong, 29, passed away at 6:47 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2022, at his residence in Wabash.

He was born on July 23, 1992, to Gray and Penny (Reed) Armstrong in Elkhart, Indiana.

Hunter graduated from Norwell High School. He married Corrine Webb on October 11, 2014.

Hunter is survived by his parents, Gray Armstrong of Blue Springs, Mo., Penny (Reed) Armstrong of Lenoir City, Tenn.; wife, Corrine of Jonesboro; one daughter, Kinsley Armstrong; one son, Silas Armstrong; maternal grandparents, Dick and Ann Reed of Lenoir City, Tenn.; one brother, Kohlton Blade Armstrong of Fort Wayne; one stepbrother, Brady Levan of Morgantown, W.Va.; one stepsister, Tori Levan of Bellefontaine, Ohio.

Per Hunter’s request there will be no services.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, have been trusted with Hunter Armstrong’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Philip Earl Weck, Marion, passed away July 20, 2022, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital.

He is survived by his wife, Janice (McDonald) Weck; his sisters, Eileen Weck and Mary Ann (Marvin) Mast; his daughters, Elizabeth Long, Catherine Weck and Debra (Len) Moughler.

Philip also has three step-children, Diane (Charlie) Duszynski, Stephen (Becky) Stump, and brian (Denise) Stump.

Philip also has eight grandchildren, Terry Betz, Bryan (Jessica Betz, Brennon (Brittany) Moughler, Michael Long, Aldexander Stump, Kylee (Corey) Stewart, Cari Ann Betz-Yoder and Rene Duszynski; and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Martha (Durnbaugh) Weck, and by Joyce (Luke) Weck and Carol (Blaine) Weck.

Philip was born April 7, 1937, in Urbana. He graduated from Urbana High School and Manchester College with a degree in music education. After a fouryear enlistment in the United States Navy, Philip began his teaching career, which spanned 36 years, including 32 years at Dekalb Central United School District, where he taught fifth grade.

Philip also served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1979-1985, where he was a company clerk and a supply sergeant.

After retiring in 1996, Philip volunteered at Marion General Hospital for 13 years as a messenger and served a term as president of the Auxiliary Board.

Philip was active with the local teachers association, the Kiwanis Club, the Auburn Presbyterian Church, the Waterloo Methodist Church (where he was choir director), the Easter Pageant Choir in Marion, and was a soloist at Grace Community Church, where he attended.

Philip loved gospel music, playing cards and reading mysteries.

A Celebration of Life will take place on July 30 at the Grace Community Church, 1810 E. Bradford St., Marion. Visitation is from 10 to 11 a.m., with services to follow.

Geneva Fay Woodward, 77, of Wabash, died at 10:16 pm, Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

She was born on Sept. 5, 1944, in Wabash, to Warnie and Zella (Prater) Howard.

Geneva was a 1964 graduate of Manchester High School. She married Larry Woodward in Wabash on Sept. 5, 1992; he died Oct. 25, 2002. She retired from Dana Corporation in Andrews. She enjoyed traveling, walking, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by two children, Tammy (Jerry) Stoner of Wabash, and James (Melissa) Ulshafer of Urbana; four step-children, Jerry (Tracy) Woodward of Greenwood, S.C., Linda (Jeff) Hull of Bippus, Scott (Debra) Woodward and Mark (Michelle) Woodward, both of Greenwood; six grandchildren, Nichole (Brad) Busch of El Paso, Texas, Justin Woodward and Tyffani Flaugh, both of Wabash, Kyle (Victoria) Bassett of North Manchester, Indiana, Alyssa Bassett of Laketon, Indiana, and Christina (Zach) Thomas of Wabash; two great-grandchildren, Brycen Webb and Lilian Flaugh, both of Wabash; two sisters, Peggy (Buck) Parks of Gainsville, Fla., and Cynthia (Gary) Bowers of Loma, Colo.; and three brothers, Paul (Caroline) Howard of North Manchester, Roy (Denise) Howard of Kalamazoo, Mich., and George Howard.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, one sister.

Visitation and funeral services were Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Preferred memorial is Furry Fix. The memorial guest book for Geneva may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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Robin Spangler, 59

Retired from Ford Meter Box

Worked for PNC Wealth Management

Aug. 17, 1936 – July 23, 2022

Jerry Wayne Osborn, 85, of Wabash, died 7:30 a.m., Saturday, July 23, 2022, at his home in Wabash.

He was born on Aug. 17, 1936, in Muncie, to Darrell and Nina Jane (Joseph) Osborn.

Jerry was a 1954 graduate of Muncie Central High School where he played football and attended Ball State University. He married Barbara Johnson on July 23, 1966 in Muncie, and she died Nov. 13, 1998. He retired from Ford Meter Box in Wabash in 1998, and also owned JBT’s Karaoke Bar and Grill in Lagro for 10 years. Jerry was a member of the American Pool Association both 8-ball and 9-ball, he also enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing bingo, doing ceramics, and was an avid Indianapolis Colts and Pacers fan. He enjoyed spending time on Hill Lake and spending time with his family.

He is survived by daughters, Tina (Bill King) Osborn and Tonya (Daniel) Middleton, both of Wabash, Indiana, and Julie (Tim) Creasey of Kempton, Indiana, and son, Thomas (Faith) Ogden of Wabash; son-in-law, Terry Deturk of South Carolina; 10 grandchildren, Josh (Tiffany Head) Nelson of Tipton, Amy (Greg Rhodes) Jones-Schild of Fort Wayne, Ian (Phoebe Hearn) Ogden of LaFontaine, Emily (Shannon) Overlander of Lagro, Samantha (Adam) Deturk-Grudzien of Wabash, Jennifer Deturk of Fort Wayne, Dean Middleton, Kevin Middleton, Adam (Andrea Smith) Middleton, and Nicholas (Brianne Daughtry) Brinson, all of Wabash, 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Elnora Venable of Muncie.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, Valerie Deturk and Teresa Norris; two grandchildren, Lisa Creasey and Brad Creasey, brother Victor E. Osborn, and sister Leora Privett.

Family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave. Wabash. There will be no service.

The memorial guest book for Jerry may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Richard Pries, 88 Was a retired farmer Aug. 30, 1933 – July 24, 2022

Richard C. Pries, 88, of LaFontaine, died at 4:50 p.m., Sunday, July 24, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.

He was born on Aug. 30, 1933, in Waltz Township, Wabash County, to Clarence E. and Irene (Pressler) Pries.

Richard was a 1951 graduate of Somerset High School. He was a member of the College Corner Brethren Church, a life member of the National Rifle Association, and a member of the Wabash County Farm Bureau Co-Op. He was a retired farmer, and owned and operated Pries Gun Shop for many years.

Farming and guns were his passions.

He is survived by two sons, Fred (Cynthia) Pries of Winchester, and Michael Pries of Berne; long-time companion, Edna Whitton, and long time friend, Charles (Kim) Whitton, both of LaFontaine; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons Ron Pries and David Pries, and his sister, Imogene Barton.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022, at College Corner Brethren Church, 8996S 500W, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash.

Friends may call 4-8 pm Monday, Aug. 1, 2022, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Home, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, and one hour prior to the service Tuesday at the church.

Preferred memorial is College Corner Brethren Church.

The memorial guest book for Richard may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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Jan. 14, 1963 – July 23, 2022 Robin L. Spangler, 59, of Indianapolis, died at 12:08 a.m., Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Compassus Hospice Care in Indianapolis.

She was born on Jan. 14, 1963, in Wabash County, to Jerry Schannep and Becky (Myers) Schannep Naragon.

Robin grew up in North Manchester and graduated from Manchester High School. She moved to Indianapolis in the late ‘80s. She was the Client Service Manager for PNC Wealth Management in Indianapolis. Robin lived her life the same way she approached her career; she exceeded expectations in the projects she embraced, the many friendships she enjoyed, and the family she loved.

She is survived by her two children, Karli Thompson of Indianapolis, and Phillip (Michelle) Rebholz of Bay Port, Michigan; three grandchildren, Carsyn Rebholz of Wabash, Hadley Rebholz and Blaine Rebholz, both of Bay Port; her mother, Becky Naragon of North Manchester; and two brothers, Barry Schannep of North Manchester, and Jack (Tracie) Schannep of New Albany, Indiana. Robin was preceded in death by her father, brother, Kerry Joe Schannep, and her step father, Ralph Naragon.

A memorial service will be held in Indianapolis at a later date. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, North Manchester.

Preferred memorial is 85 Hope.

The memorial guest book for Robin may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Police & Fire reports Correction: In the July 13 edition of The Paper of Wabash County, an error occurred in the Wabash Police Department arrest reports.

Michael Shoemaker, 74, Wabash was incorrectly listed as having been arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

Shoemaker was arrested for possession of marijuana.

It was also reported that Erin Gray, Wabash, was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

Gray actually received a citation for the infraction.

The Paper apologizes for the errors.

North Manchester Public Safety Reports Citations July 15 1:38 p.m. — Adam N. Schrock, 20, New Paris was cited for speeding.

7: 25 p.m. — James E. Rose was cited for Class B operator’s license violation.

July 16 11:02 p.m. — Gabe M. Hoagland, 28, North Manchester was cited for having an expired vehicle registration.

Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents July 10 3:50 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Manuel C. Cojixtos, 29, Huntington left the roadway, striking a mailbox, telephone utility box and utility pole on CR 600 E, south of Dora Road, Lagro. Police reported Cojixtos to not be a U.S. citizen and reported he has never possessed a valid driver’s license. The police report also stated that Cojixtos told officers he was driving too fast and that he was paying too much attention to his cellular phone at the time of the crash. Damage up to $10,000.

July 13 11:28 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Jerry L. Hayes, 62, Rochester struck a deer on CR 1200 N, Wabash.

Damage up to $2,500.

July 20 2:09 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Kara R. Ravenscroft, 41, of West Macy and Traydon D. Goodwin, 20 of Wabash collided at the intersection of Angling Road and CR 300 N, Roann. Damage up to $10,000.

July 21 6:25 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Mark A. Hobbs, 47, Lagro struck a deer on America Road south of Salamonie Forest Road, Lagro. Damage up to $10,000.

11:13 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Braxton C. Daniels, 16, North Webster left the roadway due to vehicle malfunction, striking a road sign on SR 13 at the intersection with Hanley Road, Wabash.

Damage up to $10,000.

July 14 10:52 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Carson B. Francis, 19, Wabash, Georgia G. Tharp, 77, North Manchester and Cont. on Pg. 11.

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WEEKLY REPORTS John R. Fawley, 40, North Manchester collided in the intersection of SR 15 and CR 200 N, Wabash. Police reported the vehicle driven

by Francis collided with the rear of the vehicle driven by Tharp, pushing Tharp’s vehicle into the vehicle driven by Fawley.

Francis and Tharp were both taken to Parkview Wabash for evaluation and treatment of injuries sustained in the crash.

Damage up to $50,000.

July 17 4:05 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Jeremy B. Beddow, 37, Hartford, Ky. and Kristen W. Garcia, 43, Forsyth, Ill. collided in the intersection of SR 115 and US 24, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000.

Arrests July 15 — Brandon M. McKinney, 24, North Manchester was arrested for violating probation.

July 17 — Raul A. Anguiano, 23, Chicago was arrested for operating a vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more.

July 17 — Danielle M. Campbell, 34, Lafayette was arrested for possession of cocaine and possession of marijuana.

July 17 — Joshua D. Hartford, 31, Bloomington was arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance, resisting law enforcement, theft and conversion.

July 18 — Lyndon J. Skeens, 30, Huntington was arrested on a body attachment.

July 19 — Kristen L. Shear, 35, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear.

July 19 — Anthony W. Johnson-Meade, 20, North Manchester was arrested on a petition to revoke probation for domestic battery and for conversion.

July 19 — Gregory J. Janiszyn, 60, LaFontaine was arrested for domestic battery.

July 20 — Randal J. Rostron, 34, Huntington was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, driving while suspended and false informing.

July 20 — Ronald D. Fields, 53, Warsaw was arrested operating while intoxicated.

July 20 — Donovan L. Heath, 27, Elkhart was arrested for invasion of privacy.

July 20 — Trevor W. O’Dell, 28, Claypool was arrested for driving while suspended.

July 20 — Chadlee Ozenbaugh, 38, Greentown was arrested for theft and fraud.

July 21 — Megan E. Moore, 38, Logansport was arrested for dealing in a controlled substance.

July 21 — Chase R. Roark, 30, Huntington was arrested for battery committed in the presence of a child younger than 16 years.

Wabash Police Department Accidents July 18 2:28 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Apollonia M. White, 86, Wabash struck a parked vehicle at 1647 N. Cass Street, Wabash.

Damage up to $2,500.

July 19 1:04 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Megan M. Houlihan, 45, Wabash struck a culvert and a ditch on SR 13, south of Hale Drive, Wabash.

Houlihan was transported to Parkview Wabash Hospital with minor bleeding and an arm injury.

Damage up to $10,000.

Arrests July 18 — James E. Kelly, 58, Huntington was arrested for failure to appear.

July 19 — Andrew J. Kline, 34, Wabash was arrested for violating probation, driving while suspended and possession of methamphetamine.

July 19 — Andrew S. Conliff, 23, Wabash was arrested for operating while never licensed.

July 20 — Nicole R. Bosworth, 39, Jonesboro was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 21 — Cheyanna B. Crews, 28, Peru was arrested for operating while never licensed.

Citations July 20 — Timothy S. Vanhoose, 53, was cited for animal at large.

July 22 — Four 16-yearold males were cited for violating curfew.

Land Transfers The following land transfers were reported by the Wabash County Recorder’s Office from June 27 to July 15, 2022: Estelle Peabody Memorial Home, Inc. and Estelle Peabody Memorial Home of The Synod of Lincoln Trails of the Presbyterian Church, corporate deed to Juana Torres and Claudia Rocio Alvarez Sabas.

Michael Lee Murray,

warranty deed to Stephen A. Legg and Angela L. Legg.

Ralph J. Ranck and Cheryle Ann Ranck, quit claim deed to Ralph J. Ranck, Cheryle Ann Ranck and Ralph and Cheryle Ranck Indiana Family Trust.

Daniel W. Siders, warranty deed to Donna K. Siders and HJP Bldg LLC. C/S Printing, Inc., corporate deed to HJP Bldg LLC. Elizabeth A. Jeffrey, Meredith Neil Jeffrey and Willy J. Daht, quit claim deed to Elizabeth A. Jeffrey, Andrew S. Ramlal and Charity S. Ramlal.

Bryan K. Easterday, Verlyn D. Easterday and Carl L. Easterday, personal deed to Sharon Larrowe.

Eric V. Terrell and Jennie Terrell, warranty deed to Stuart Maxwell Jones and Breeanne N. Jones.

Julie M. Adkins and Julie Marie Martin, quit claim deed to Julie M. Adkins and Kenneth Adkins.

Joe A. Carroll and Tina L. Carroll, warranty deed to Indiana Department of Transportation and State of Indiana.

Shepherd Family Real Estate, L.P. , warranty deed to Shepherds Investment Realty, LLC. Ashley Y. Havens, quit claim deed to Beverly S. Sneed and Beverly Summers.

Dennis D. Byers, Janel D. Byers, Doreen K. Whitney Connor, Jo Ellen Kerr and Dean Byers Credit Shelter Trust, trust deed to Dorothy Byers.

Diane L. Turner, quit claim deed to Timmy W. Mohr.

Pauline Waller, Pauline C. Waller, Raymond Waller, Gregory Waller and Kenneth Waller, warranty deed to Simeon G. Marion and Treyton G. Wright.

Water Wheel Express, LLC, warranty deed to Manchester Community Schools.

Alice Imogene Barton Irrevocable Family Trust, Vickie Elaine Barton and Richard Steven Barton, trust deed to Bowman Farms, GP. Ronald L. Gatchel, Sr. and Deborah Gatchel, warranty deed to Jose Joshua Barrera.

US Bank Trust National Association and VRMTG Asset Trust, warranty deed to Hidden Diamond Homes, LLC.

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NM church to host ‘Monumental’ event The North Manchester First Brethren Church will host “MONUMENTAL! Celebrating God’s Greatness” on Sunday, July 24th Thursday, July 28th from 6-8 p.m. each evening. Kids age 4 years-entering 6th grade will venture into the American Southwest and learn about God’s greatness and love.

Each night will be filled with awesome songs, Bible adventures, crafts, snacks, crazy games, and fun discussion time with new friends. Online registration is available on the church website www.nmfbc.org/vb s or paper forms may be picked up from and returned to the church office at 407 N. Sycamore St. or turned in at the check-in table each night.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: The Laketon Wesleyan Church will be hosting an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Everyone is welcomed to come and enjoy homemade ice cream and sweet treats! The event will be held and the Laketon American Legion, 10140 N. Troyer Road.

FIRST BRETHREN UNITED YOUTH CONFERENCE:

Our 4th annual conference just for teens (grades 7-12)!

Free food, awesome speakers, great music, games, and lots of fun. August 5 & 6. Open to ALL incoming 7th – 12th grade students in North Manchester and surrounding communities.

Bring your youth group and bring your friends.

Registration and more info at nmfbc.org/Unite TRAXLER INSTALLED AS ROTARY PRESIDENT: Janina Traxler was installed in July as president of the Rotary Club of North Manchester.

She succeeds Joel Eikenberry. He will continue to serve as secretary and immediate past president for the 2022-23 Rotary year.

The Rotary year Cont. on Pg. 21.

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Legends Conference, includMatt married ing a title in 2011.

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Fremont High School. “(At 23) he has to be the youngest athletic director in the state,” his proud

father said.

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will it end? Who knows? But what a legacy he has left — excuse me — is leaving. He’s still in the game.

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‘Dreamscapes’ exhibit on display at Honeywell Californian artist, Mary Zarbano, exhibit “Dreamscapes” will be on display through Aug. 21 in the Clark Gallery, located inside the Honeywell Center.

The gallery is open for viewing Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and for two hours prior to live performances in the Ford Theater.

Born in Nebraska in 1931, Zarbano was heavily influenced by modernist painters which you see in the angular lines, reminiscent of cubism, and the abstract features of human subjects.

Her work is made her own. Her paintings are intimate and often feature women and children in muted palettes with flashes of vibrant color.

After studying with Picasso and Chagall in New York, she settled in Buena Park, CA, and painted every day of her life until her passing in 2019.

Immensely prolific, not just as a painter but also a sculptor, Zarbano’s work has been exhibited many times in California during her life but never left the west coast.

“Her work is the story of her life, and you can tell that she’s not always had a happy life,” says Julie Dickey, owner of the nearly 180 pieces in Zarbano’s estate. Zarbano was a member of the F u l l e r t o n , California artist community Dickey was also a part of.

Zarbano and her first husband had two daughters, each diagnosed and institutionaliz ed for schizophrenia.

Despite these trials, she still inspired other artists and took a unique approach to

that it speaks to.

Her worst nightmare was that she would see a piece of her work in a thrift store or garage sale.”

Unsold paintings will be on display in Dickey’s soon-toopen artist’s hangout and studio, 4 Partners in Crime, which is set to open in October, so Zarbano can continue to inspire the future artists that study there.

“Art tells a story to different people in different ways,”

One of the many pieces of art by Mary Zarbano on display at the Clark Gallery at the Honeywell Center. Photo provided presenting her work.

“She never wanted to tell a viewer how to feel about what they were seeing,” says Dickey.

“A lot of her work didn’t have names, or she would write the name on the back and not post it because she didn’t want to predispose people to how it would move them.”

In this spirit,

Dickey says the paintings on display at the Clark Gallery will only have numbers to mark them.

Dickey, herself a California native, came to know Zarbano through a nonprofit arts organization Zarbano often donated paintings to for fundraising events.

“We are willing to

part with paintings for less than what Mary would have charged.” says Dickey.

“What’s important is that these pieces go to people

says Dickey. “And that story moves people.”

So even if you are

not in the market to purchase a piece, you can visit and admire the art.

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Wabash Kiwanis to host Bucket Brigade

Danny and Edna Manning as they were in 1972 and as they are today. Photo provided

Mr. & Mrs. Danny Manning Mr. & Mrs. Danny Manning will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

July 30 at the Winchester Senior Center, 239 Bond St., Wabash.

The celebration is sponsored by the couple’s children.

Manning and the former Edna Ann Mullett were married on Sept. 1, 1972, in Wabash by the Rev. David Graham.

Manning retired from his business, Manning’s Truck Repair.

Summit tum going forward,” Hiroshi continued. “We now have over 330 Japanese business facilities that provide nearly 70,000 direct jobs across Indiana. Indiana shines because it is home to nearly half of the total jobs provided by more than 1,500 Japanese companies in the 10-state Midwest area that I cover.”

Nishizawa said his organization, JETRO, promotes foreign investment in both the United States and Japan.

“Both ways, not only Japan to the U.S., from U.S. to Japan, we support both directions,” he said.

Nishizawa con-

Mrs. Manning retired from Miller’s Merry Manor, where she worked as a cook.

The couple has six children: Mike Price, West Liberty; Pat Price, North Manchester; Nannette (Rick) Grindle, Wabash; Andy (Deb) Price, Manhattan, Kan.; Tom (Terry) Price, North Las Vegas, Nev., and Danny Price (deceased).

They also have 21 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

The couple asks that gifts be omitted.

...continued from Page 1 tinued by pointing out that his country leads in several categories of investment in the U.S., including total investment, employment of Americans in Japanese-owned businesses and exports by Japanese-owned companies in the U.S. “We are the leading foreign investor in the United States,” he said.

“For instance, at the end of 2020, the total Japanese investment was $679 billion of U.S. dollars. Japanese manufacturers employ more than.

500,000 Americans.

It is way highest among all investor

countries. Since 2010, the total number of Americans employed by Japanese companies in the United States is 82.3 percent up.”

Swiecki took to the podium to discuss recent slides in the automotive industry.

“Overall, you can tell, not exactly a banner year for the market,” he said.

“Last year was also not a banner year, but at this point, we’re about a million and a half units below last year’s levels.”

The Wabash Kiwanis Club will once again commence its rich tradition of supporting Riley Hospital for Children with its 25th annual Bucket Brigade fundraiser.

The event will take place from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Saturday, July 30, at local businesses.

Members of the local Kiwanis Club will stand outside of five area storefronts with buckets in hand for customers to drop in change or cash donations.

One-hundred percent of donations collected on this day will go directly to Riley Hospital.

The local Club raised $1,732.16 in 2021, which brought the alltime Bucket Brigade total for the Club to $41,706.89.

The local businesses that will allow the Club to participate at their storefronts include Walmart of Wabash, 1601 N. Cass St., from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Wabash Hardware & Rental, 1351 N. Cass St., from 10-2; Bechtol Grocery, 120 Hale Drive, from 10-2; The Fried Egg, 1319 N. Cass St., from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.; and Modoc’s Market, 205 S. Miami St., from 7-10 a.m.

“This is a special year for our Bucket Brigade fundraiser as it represents a

quarter-century of just one of the ways we support Riley Hospital for Children,” Mike Keaffaber, Wabash Kiwanis Bucket Brigade chairperson, said. “Thank you to the area businesses that have allowed us to fundraise in their storefronts as their customers enter.

We hope they’ll have donations in hand as they walk in or out. We’ll have our buckets and smiles ready.”

For more than 100 years, there’s been a deep relationship between

the Kiwanis Indiana District and Riley Children’s Hospital, dating back to before the hospital’s doors

were even open to Hoosier children.

The Indianapolis facility opened in 1924, with 1,200 children treated that first year.

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Neil Haupert is a young man from Urbana who currently resides in Wabash and receives residential services through Pathfinder Services.

Neil grew up here in the Urbana community and is the youngest son of Dean and Lois Haupert. He has always loved birthdays. He remembers everyone’s birthday and tells everyone when his birthday is.

Last year he said he wanted to receive 52 cards because he was turning 52. So his sister Denise posted his picture on Facebook asking her friends to send him a card. Neil has accumulated around 104 cards by his birthday and still there were a few more straggling in afterwards, almost twice as many as his age.

This year he stated that he wanted 53 cards since he was turning 53.

This time his sister

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Shelly posted his picture on Facebook and following the post, she placed his address.

“My name is Shelly and I’m reaching out to my Facebook friends and family with a special request,” she wrote. Neil is my special little brother who has special needs. His birthday is July 31 and he will be 53.

“He loves birthday cards and has started looking in the mailbox since July 1 for birthday cards. He won’t open any until the 31st. He gets really excited when he gets a card from different states. He wants to receive 53 cards for his 53rd

birthday. If you could take a moment to send him a card and help him reach his goal of 53, that would be a blessing.”

The Facebook post went viral this year and the cards have started pouring in. The post was shared over 2,000 times. Neil checks the mailbox every day as soon as he gets home.

On one day he received 145 cards and they started falling out of the mailbox as soon as he opened it.

I wonder what the mailman thinks of all of this? I also wonder how he was able to put all 145 cards into the mailbox.

Mail Staff said they were going to start taking a wheelbarrow out to the mailbox. As of July 20, 2022, Neil has received 503 cards from 38 different states and four different countries.

My little brother is on cloud 9 and

smiling a whole lot these days. I must tell you some highlights he has had lately. Last week he was visited by a motorcycle group from Kokomo, They delivered a bunch of cards to him.

Neil also received cards from Disney World signed by Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy. He also received a video from the Elvis (impersonator) singing happy birthday to him.

We are overwhelmed and full of joy by all the kind people who have taken the time to bless our brother. I wish you could see that huge smile on his face. I wonder how many cards he will have by July 31, 2022.

Neil’s address is 535 Fairfield Wabash, IN 46992.

Prayer concerns: Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Duane

NEIL HAUPERT

Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Larry Meyer, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox, our Nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders and health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me.

Condolences go out to Phillips Weck’s and Mast’s family and friends from the Urbana Lions and Urbana Community. Dale G. Shepherd Sr. Family and friends from the Urbana Community.

The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on July 20, 2022 around 7:30. They try to meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening. Those

attending were Tom and Joyce Wilcox, Larry and Nancy Meyers, Steve Gilbert and Marca Snook.

Come on down and join in on the fun.

Attention Veterans: if by chance you need to get to a medical facility for your appointment and you need a way, call 765-251-5908 D.A.V. Transportation to schedule MondayFriday 8AM –Noon.

This is free transportation for all veterans to VA Medical Facilities.

My God bless you Veterans for your service and give them a call today.

Birthday wishes: July 29 Julie Miller, July 29 Kassidy Stambaugh, July 31 Neil Haupert and July 31 Roger Harman.

Anniversary: July 27 Wendel and Janene Dawes.

Caption: Here is Neil Haupert he soon will be 53 years young. Keep the cards coming in.

The Roann Lions Club met in the town hall on Thursday, July 14.

Lions Club president, Rick Morris welcomed everyone and led the pledge to the American flag.

Donna Harman read the minutes from the June meeting and Keith Ford gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read.

The Lions Club continues to collect change for the Campaign 100 Childhood Cancer project.

In other business: Rick gave a summary on the town cleanup day. He said it went very well, even with moving the collection site down near the sewage plant.

In checking on repairs for the log

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cabin roof, Big City Paints of Wabash suggested a sealant called Amber Coat for the roof coating. This is used on the cabins at Paradise Spring and has worked well. Steve Johnson was present at the meeting and thanked the Lions Club for continuing to support the fireworks. He said we are one of the oldest purchasers from the company we buy from.

Donna shared that they had also received other donations, including individuals of the community.

The July 2nd “God Bless America Day” went well.

Donna gave an update on the Roann Covered Bridge Festival.

The horse pull for the festival will be on Saturday morning, Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. She said the schedule is complete and things are all lined up and ready to go.

The Lions Club is working on a plaque to put at the caboose site for recognition of those who donated toward the restoration of the caboose.

The Lions Club will be planning an evening to repaint the yellow on the curbs in downtown

Roann before the festival. A new project for the Lions Club will be to clean up in downtown on the main business block, monthly, or as needed. The next Lions Club meeting will be a cookout/pitch-in dinner at the home of Roger and Donna Harman.

The meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 11 at 6:00 p.m.

ALEX CARTWRIGHT, who will be a senior at Northfield High School, has finished the Little City Jr. Tour Golf matches at Tipton Municipal GC with a 3rd place finish.

Little City Jr. Tour Golf plays at 6 different golf courses including: Etna Green, Arbor Trace, Chippendale

Alex Cartwright (from left), finished in third; Olivia Bailey was first, and Elizabeth Lytle was second.

GC, Peru Municipal GC, Honeywell GC, and Tipton Municipal GC. Alex finished the six rounds with 3rd place average.

WABASH METRO League: If anyone has found a black baseball bag with a pink Nike check on it with two softball bats in it from the Roann baseball field, PLEASE contact 260-901-0231. The

young lady missing it would greatly appreciate any help finding it. Thank you! Returner gets two free meals from the concession stand.

SHARP CREEK Elementary needs a teacher for their Character-Building Class starting in September. You would be teaching 6 classes, 1 day a week. This is a paid position. If inter-

ested, please call Bill Burnsworth at 260-571-2894.

PASTOR BALMER of the Roann United Methodist Church sermon for July 31 will be from Acts 4:23-31 titled “Pray Your Heart Out”.

The Deed’s, our missionaries from Guatemala, will also be speaking in the July 31st service. Coffee and donuts will follow the 9:00 a.m. service. You are invited to worship in person and on Facebook at 9:00 a.m.

I WOULD LIKE to take a minute to thank the State Policeman who helped me at the intersection of 15 and 24 a few days ago. I was so upset over the situation; I didn’t get your Cont. on Pg. 18.

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Reading program winners selected

The Troyer Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program is finally finished! Our winners were Moriah, Abby, and Marilyn.

We had a fun summer full of reading and crafts. Thanks to everyone who participated.

The next event is a jewelry making class with Regina Hiple. It will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 1 p.m. If you would like to attend, be sure to sign up at the Library. Feel free to bring your own beads to personalize your jewelry pieces SOMERSET TOWN BOARD NEWS: The mowing and cleanup crew for the Community Building and Park has been depleted by illness, injury and possibly age.

Yet new members seem to appear and the grass disappears. Most urgently needed are some people with string trimmers.

Board members ask that the mowers not put themselves at risk by mowing on the steeper slopes.

Thanks to all who are helping, as many times no one notices and no comments are made. If you see someone mowing tell them thank you.

The board also has received $82.56 in recycling funds.

Lowell Shelton jumped in to help Ed Bailey and Dave Richards truck steel to Metal Source in Wabash.

Please understand that the fire station is volunteer and the board pays all utility bills at the building. We will also be treating weeds at the Community Building Park and have treated the shelter for wood boring wasps.

We have been using a dehumidifier to keep mold or mildew from grow-

ing on the tables or walls and it has worked very well.

Both Tim Jones and Evan Hedrick have told us that the dehumidifier is likely low on refrigerant and it would be cheaper to replace than repair.

The cost to replace is about $160.

SOMERSET fireworks on Sunday, July 3, were the most attended event that I can remember. We would like to thank the Rick and Marva Miller family, who started the tradition years ago. Tim and April Devore, Willie Miller and Angela Bartoo are now the pyrotechnic crew in charge and they did an amazing job. Ken and Ann Miller added music and a flag pole for the raising of the American Flag and the National Anthem. Tim Jones provided an auger to dig the hole for the flagpole. Todd and Valarie Law provided access to electricity to power the acoustics and Tom and Janice Colella allowed us to use a part of their back yard for the acoustic trailer.

Boots Jack carried a donation bucket around the basketball court.

Thanks to all who helped. Now do we want to continue this event? I have to believe the answer is yes as we have already collected $280 and have several others who have said they want to donate.

Last year we gave $500. I will try to get another $320 to provide $600 for

next year. You can reply to this email or call 260-571-0125 and we will gladly pick up your donation - unless you live in Iowa TOWN OF LAFONTAINE Rummage sales were well attended until the rains came on Friday. A big thank you to everyone who held a rummage sale and to the people who came and got their special item they were looking for. Big Thank you, goes to Samantha for putting the list together and to Chris for putting the information and map on Face Book LaFontaine page and everyone else who shared it.

Looking forward to next year.

LAFONTAINE LIONS will being having a BREAKFAST again on Sat. Aug.13 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the LaFontaine Community Building. As always this is a free will donation.

Proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the building, so we can keep the rent low as possible. We do ask when renting the building if it is hot, please keep the doors closed. The building is air condition, and if you leave doors open this causing the air condition to work harder. Just lower the temperature on the control. The controller is a hand-held controller located by each unit on the wall. Just please readjust it back up when leaving.

There are ceiling fans also and the switch for them is located in the kitchen next to the light switch. The fans help with circulated the cool air.

The heating uniters are located in each corner of the building, along with there controller.

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LIONS in September will bring their Kettle Corn Trailer to Founders Day in Wabash on Saturday, Sept. 17.

So be sure and come and support the Lions and celebrate Wabash. Also, on Saturday. Sept.

20 LaFontaine Lions will be hosting their smoked pulled pork supper cooked by Lion member Andy Kirk. If you missed the supper in May, you will not want to missed this one.

This was one very fine meal put on my the LaFontaine Lions. There will be desserts for free will offering. So, mark your calendar and save this date Sept. 20, 4 – 7 p.m. In October the Lions will be at the 1812 Reenactment with their Sugar Corn (Kettle Corn if it is 2022).

REMEMBER GRADUATES CLASS OF SOUTHWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL 1982.

There will be a 40year class reunion at LaFontaine Community Building on

Marilyn (left) and Abby are two of the winners in the Troyer Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program drawing.

Saturday August 6, at noon. This will be a carry-in.

Please let class mate Charles McKinley at 317603-6404 know if you will be attending. If no answer please leave a message.

MSDWC ONLING STUDENT REGISTRATION will be from July 25- Aug. 1 All preschool-high school students enrolling for the 2022-2023 school time frame. Some preschool classes are full and creating waitlists.

Please get in touch with us this summer to check on preschool availability. Onsite Student Registration August 1, For fami-

The following storage units will be auctioned off to satisfy the owner’s lien on August 12th at 10:00 AM. Location is 2020 Storage 108 N. Washington Street, North Manchester, IN 46962 Unit #57 Norma Drudge Unit #108 Norma Drudge Unit #36 Angela Thomas 7/27/22 Unit #58 Brad Morris

lies unable to access the online registration, in-person registration will be available at the schools from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

IF YOU LIKE to play Euchre, come and play Euchre at the LaFontaine Senior Center on Wednesday’s at 1:30 p.m. This located on Branson Street across from McDonalds Parking

Lot. Just come on in, we are playing in the back room.

LAFONTAINE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Every Wednesday from 10:30 -12, we are here at the church Wiggling and Giggling and learning about Jesus! Be sure to join us while you are on summer Break!

Wiggles and Giggles!! Who: 0–5year-olds! What: 90 minutes of Fellowship, Dancing, Laughing, Activities, Crafts and Snack Time!

Where: LaFontaine Christian Church.

HOLY SOLES FOR KIDS LaFontaine Christian Church wants to buy back to school shoes for 100 K-5grade kids in Wabash and Cont. on Pg. 21.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WABASH COUNTY, INDIANA CAUSE NO. 85C01-2207-EU-000071 Notice is hereby given that Janna M. Brubaker was on July 11, 2022, appointed personal representative of the estate of Earl P. Tudoi;-, Jr., Deceased, who died on June 23, 2022.

All persons having claims against said estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent's death, whichever is earlier, or said claims will be forever barred.

Dated at Wabash, Indiana this July 11, 2022.

Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash Circuit Court Larry C. Thrush Thrush Law Office, P.C. One North Wabash Wabash, Indiana 46992 260-563-8485 Attorney for the Estate

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Century Club has July meeting Lagro Century Club met Thursday, July 21, at the home of Connie Smith.

President Carrie Williams led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect. Roll call was answered by naming a favorite summer flower. It was decided to make a donation to the Wabash County Animal Shelter.

Cindy McGuire encouraged the

club to invite a representative from the Learn More Center to speak to our group. Suzan Hamilton’s program was entitled “Going Nuts.” She spoke about the life of George Washington Carver, born about 1864 in Missouri as a slave.

However, the slave owner Moses Carter and his wife raised George and his brother as their own and taught them how to read and write. From a

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young age George was interested in flowers and plants, Cont. on Pg. 19.

name or thank you for helping me. You were a Godsend.

PLEASE CONTINUE praying for Jeff Krom, Jim Pell, Coy Eads, Ken Musselman, Rob Mace, Jim Huffman, Larry Meyer, Karla Stouffer and our country.

CELEBRATING ANNIVER-

SARIES: July 28 – Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Nordman; July 31 – Mr. & Mrs. Randall Griffey and Mr. & Mrs. Troy McKillip.

CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: July 27 – Steven Foust and Justin Vigar; July 28 – Becky Cordes, Joe Hall, Turner Stephens, and Robert Struck; July 29 – Steven

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I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday, 10am1pm. Also, I am reachable by phone

765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10am to appear in the next weeks paper.

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Lagro news and pursued these interests in the academy .

After several attempts to find a school to attend, George studied art and piano at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa.

With a talent for painting flowers and plants, George was encouraged to study botany at Iowa State Agricultural College (now Iowa State University) in Ames, becoming the first black student there.

After receiving his Master of Science degree in 1896, Carver taught as the first black faculty member at Iowa State.

Although never receiving an official doctorate, both Simpson College and Selma University awarded him honorary doctorates of science.

He taught at Tuskegee Institute for 47 years.

Deeply interested in improving soil conditions, Carver encouraged planting of peanuts and sweet potatoes, organic fertilizer, and crop rotation as a holistic approach to farming.

Carver designed a mobile classroom to take education out to farmers, called the “Jesup Wagon,” after the New York financier and philanthropist Morris Ketchum Jesup, who provided funding to support the program.

He also developed hundreds of ways to use peanuts.

Hostess Connie Smith served refreshments.

Those present were members Peggy Ballschmidt (welcomed as a new member), Becky Bowman, Glynna Harmon, Cindy McGuire, Jean Panning, Connie Smith, Susie Snyder, Jane Tracy, Carrie Williams, and Arlene Wolfgang; and guest Doris Paul.

Beacon Project

Spotlight started July 1. With support from you, the Lagro Canal Foundation could earn up to $1000.

You can vote once a day through the month of July.

Step by Step Instructions: 1) Go to Beacon Credit Union https://www.beaconcu.org; 2)Scroll down to “Project Spotlight;” 3) Click on “Cast your

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...continued from Page 18 Vote;” 4)Select “Wabash County (City of Wabash); 5) Click “Vote Now”; 6) Select “Lagro Canal Foundation,” enter your email address, and click on “Vote.” Thank you in advance for voting! You can vote each day through July 31.

(Hint: set an alarm on your cell phone to help you remember to vote.) The Lagro Alumni

Banquet will be Saturday, Aug. 6, at 5:30 p.m., at the Lagro United Methodist Church, with registration beginning at 4 p.m.

Cost is $25 per person. All graduates, former students, teachers, and friends are welcome. As an added bonus, St. Patrick’s Church will be open for visits and tours from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Preacher Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for July 31

is “It’s High Time!” based on Romans 13:11-14.

There are people in our community who are in need of our prayers at this time. Their names remain on our lips and their concerns linger in our hearts. Let us

not forget to personally be a presence in their lives, to offer hope and help. Their names need not be mentioned; God knows them by name.

Lagro Happy Birthday: Aug. 2 – Gary Stout; Aug. 3 – Sharon Miller.

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runs from July to June.

“I want to focus on membership as a way to enhance the future of our club; newer members will be able to benefit from the deep experience and dedication of our long-time members,” Traxler said.

“In addition, I would like our club to develop new ways to serve the community and heighten North Manchester’s awareness of Rotary’s values and good works.”

Traxler chairs the committee that installed a pollinator garden at the North Manchester Public Library and refurbished landscaping at the nearby Rotary Gazebo.

The committee is a collaboration with Rotary, the library and Purdue Extension Wabash County.

The North Manchester resident is a professor emerita of French at Manchester University. She retired in 2018 after 39 years on the faculty.

Established June 27, 1939, the Rotary Club of North Manchester has a

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long history of serving the community and doing good works.

Currently meeting at noon Thursdays at the Main View, the club raises money for local nonprofit organizations, including the Early Learning Center, Learn More Center, Junior Achievement, Friends of the Library and Education for Conflict Resolution. The club sponsors sports Rotary Mental Attitude Awards at the high school. It also hopes to bring back the annual Rotary District World Affairs Conference where area high school students take a deep dive into an important global topic.

THURSDAY’S CHILD: Do you have a newborn?

Thursday’s Child has a lovely gift bag of useful items for you and your child! We recently changed our inventory to newborn through 4T (some 5T). Diapers, wipes, jackets and other necessities for little ones are also in stock. All items are free.

LaFontaine Cont. from Pg. 17

Grant counties.

What we need: 1.

Name (first name only and age of child, 2. Shoe size and color preference, 3. School and grade they will attend in the fall of 22. Email with the above information to: brad@lafontainech ristian.com or Text info to: 574-371-7676, Pick-up date for shoes: Aug. 6 8-10 a.m. at LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike LaFontaine, IN 46940 Each pair of shoes will come with a school backpack and earbuds or headphones.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Roy Proffitt, Robert Johns July 28, Dean Thomas

Benbow, Kelsey Niccum, Brayton Hensley, Greg Wood, Charlie Snyder July 30, Sandy Smith Speicher, Trisha Baldwin Aug. 3, Logan Hensley, Bella Worthington, Braxton Worthington, Cordi Nelson Brooks VanLine, Michael Brane, Chase Enyeart Aug. 4 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Forster and Barbara Gatchel July 28, Becky and Marvin Schlemmer, Brian and Josephine Miller July 29, Dona and Linda Jervis Sept.

2, Tony and Amy Long. Rick and Gay Nieman Sept. 3

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Clothes, home decor & misc.

800 N. WABASH Street: Friday & Saturday, 8am3pm. Large dog crate, home decor, women’s & men’s clothing, baby boy clothing (18mos-2T), and more.

GARAGE SALE: 333 Linwood Lane. Friday, 7/29, 8:30am-4pm; Saturday, 7/30, 8:30amNoon. Tween & teen girls clothing, LOL doll house, NHL air hockey table, much more.

GARAGE SALE: 34 Broadmoor Drive. Toys, Christmas, hunting, miscellaneous. All good, smoke free. July 29 & 30, 9am4pm.

GARAGE SALE: 576 W. Main. Friday, Saturday, Sunday 8am-4pm.

Collectibles, primitives, home decor, BB guns, Roku, True Buds/earbuds, DSXL with games, Amazon Fire with case, DVDs, VHS, books, Legos, Christmas items, high chair, miscellaneous baby items, backpacks, purses, shoes, boys clothes (newborn-2T, 6-10), girls clothes (10-16), teen/women’s clothes (small-XL), teen men’s clothes (small-XL), lots of miscellaneous.

GARAGE SALE: 85 Highland Drive. Friday, 7/29, 8am-3pm. Large mirror, pictures, games, bassinet, lamps, miscellaneous.

GARAGE SALE: Thursday & Friday, 9am5pm; Saturday, 9am-Noon.

A lot of oil lamps, NASCAR, paperback books, jigsaw puzzles, beer steins, furniture, Avon bottles, figurines, A&W jug.

1768 Church Street.

JULY 29 & 30th, 8am-? 8 Cloverleaf Drive, Wabash.

Boys sleepers (newborn-6 mos), toys, shoes, women’s clothes (small14), assortment of Longaberger baskets, some Pyrex, Warren Kimble pictures, primitive items, lots of miscellaneous.

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE Sale: Kids toys, plus size clothing, DVDs, tools, ammo. Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm. 1612 Alber Street.

RUMMAGE SALE: 260 Linwood Lane (off Alber Street). Friday, 7/29, 8am5pm; Saturday, 7/30, 8am? Clothes, household goods, lots of miscellaneous items.

YARD SALE: 1312 Willard Drive. Friday 8am-4pm; Saturday 8am-?. Lots of primitives, old stuff, Fall & Christmas, glassware, $.25 table and more.

YARD SALE: 1431 Glendale Drive. Friday & Saturday, 8am-3pm.

Furniture, small appliances, clothes, electronics, video games, toys, and lots of miscellaneous.

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2 BEDROOM

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!

Jamestown Apartments 1 208 W 1208 W.. Fourth Street, Apt. A North Manchester, IN 46962 C all 260-982-7643 Call

Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal.

On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

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Somerset

MOVING SALE: 6039 E State Road 114, North Manchester, IN. July 29th and 30th, 9am-2pm. Clear glassware, orthopedic (Dog Barker) dog bed 52 by 36, men’s FOX motorcycle boots sizes 7, size 8 (2 pair), size 9 and 12, boys FOX racing vest, men’s motorcycle helmets 4 FOX, 1 SHOEI, and 1 HGC helmet, several sleeping bags, boys toys, 1 Trikke T67S, lawn furniture pillows, kitchen utensils, pots and pans, electric Gelato maker, Christmas mugs, Christmas village and misc Christmas items, men’s clothing M/L, women’s clothing size 6 and size XL/1X, Corning Ware small baking dishes, 2 tables (1 end table and 1 couch/foyer table), 1 air purifier, and 1 Honeywell HEPA filtration, large Pier One Import picture, several misc pictures, Mics golf items, LG set of rod iron furniture, heavy metal bunk bed (size double) folds into couch and comes with two 4 drawer dressers, 1 storage locker, desk with rolling cube bench with white PVC cushion, and other misc items.

YARD SALE: 93 Delaware LANE, Somerset.

Saturday, July 30, 8am-?

Lots of yarn & fabric, furniture, clothing, mirrors, game table, frames, lots of miscellaneous. Cancel if raining.

MULTIFAMILY SALE: July 29 & 30, 8am-2pm. 1496 Bentley Street (end of Columbus on south side).

Furniture, Holly Hobbies, baby girl clothes, plus size clothes, free items and much more.

North Manchester

GARAGE SALE: Friday, 7/29, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 7/30, 8am-? 301 Sylers Lane, North Manchester.

Quilting fabric & patterns, vintage buttons, household items, Remington Salamander, queen size headboard, selection of coffee mugs and miscellaneous.

GARAGE SALE: July 29, 9am-4pm & July 30, 9amNoon. 204 Wild Cherry Lane

LaFontaine

SALE: THURSDAY 7/28, Friday 7/29. Starts at 8am.

E-Z-GO road ready golf cart, coolers, heated pet bowl, shower chairs, walkers, cobalt blue dish, tool box, tools, 75’ rubber garden hose, Porter Cable fixed router, 12” dovetail jig, Pfaltzgraff Yorktown and Jamberry dishes, printer, foot stool, bar stool, web lawn chair, brass lamp, antiques, electric hedge trimmer, antifreeze, EdenPURE heater, oil lamp, much more. This sale will be held Rain or Shine, July 28 & 29. 10563 S. America Road, 1 mile east of LaFontaine, IN.

HOUSE FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, $600/month, $600/deposit. NO pets, NO smoking. 260-569-1303.

GARAGE SALE: Friday, 7/29, 8am-4pm; Saturday, 7/30, 8am-3pm. Baby items, cast iron bed, girls clothes (newborn-6), adult clothes, car seats, pack ‘n play, craft supplies, Silhouette digital cutter, karate & judo gi. Many more items, too much to list. 4261 N. 300 E., Peru (1 1/4 miles north of 24).

Wanted

Wanted Coins!

Articles For Sale 6’X10’ SINGLE AXLE trailer. Seal coat. Equipment including: toolbox, tar melting machine, industrial blower, tank, pipe & hoses.

Will not separate, $3000.

260-330-3266.

ALL MUST be moved, all for one price! Older 3 bedroom modular, new furnace, new roof and new 2x6 rafters. Two decks, two electrical boxes, submersible pump & pressure tank. Above ground pool with deck, 3 out buildings.

Lots of siding. $20,000.

260-568-2747.

For Rent 2 BEDROOM house for rent.

NO PETS. References required, application. $650/month, first, last & deposit. 260-5637291. If no answer, leave a message.

Other Rummage

Services

ESTATE SALE: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9am-5pm.

Men’s shirts medium-3X, pants XL-3X, microwave, foot massager, treadmill, furniture, books & Bibles.

Lots of miscellaneous. Lots of brand new items!

Deneve, 558 E. SR 13, North Manchester. Across from Clear Creek Apartments.

Auto

FOR SALE: 2008, black, HHR SS, needs engine.

118,000 miles, $3000. Call or text 260-571-1012.

Boats 14’ SEA NYMPH: 9.9 HP motor, trolling motor, depth finder, trailer with spare tire, 3 tilt seats, anchor mate. Excellent condition, $1,450. 260-571-8763.

Always Buying Coins, Gold & Silver Jewelry.

50+ Years Experience.

Please call me before you sell!

Tom’ s Coins 260-571-3553

Administrative Assistant Bookkeeping

HF Group, LLC North Manchester, IN Position handles various and misc. financial functions including: • Invoicing, Accounts Receivable and Cash receipts posting. Monthly closing journal entries.

Checking account reconciliation. Process credit card payments and instruct customers on ACH methods.

• Occasional customer interface on billing and payment issues.

• Weekly production data reporting.

• Work with corporate accounting department as needed.

Competitive pay.

Benefits including Health Insurance.

Apply with resume via email to: jobs-in@hfgroup.com

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