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10 Years AgoNo other event has generated as much controversy or "Letters to the Editor" as the closing of the Warsaw Speedway. Ten years ago today (Aug. 11) the dust settled and the final checkered flag waved over the historic track that was located along the shores of Winona Lake at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. It was closed because of noise and dust complaints.25 Years AgoThe following is an appetizer published in the Spotlight Recipe Contest: Spinach Dip1-10 oz. pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed; 2-8 oz. cans water chestnuts, drained & chopped coarsely; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1-1/4 cup sour cream; 1-1.7 oz. pkg. Mrs. Grass Homestyle Vegetable Soup Mix.Press out moisture from spinach. Mix all ingredients together. Let stand several hours or overnight in refrigerator. Serve with assorted crackers or fresh vegetables. Contributed by: Mrs. Eleanor Holt, Warsaw.50 Years AgoThe American Leaguers are the Little League All-Star Champions and were given their trophy after winning the title in Warsaw. Team members are as follows: Bobby Clark, bat boy, Tony Silveus, Steve Rufenbarger and Jim Clark, Jim Nyenhuis, Tom Johnson, Terry Williams, Mike Conley, David Sisk, Terry Bayne, Arden Grow and Greg Colt. John Hayden is the manager of the team.75 Years AgoMiss Geneva Thorn, beautiful blonde daughter of Mrs. Natalie Thorn, of this city, was crowned Miss Warsaw during the Merchant's beauty pageant conducted at the Centennial Theatre here recently.Maid of honor laurels went to Katherine Olds, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Frederick Olds, Warsaw, and to Miss Betty Mikesell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.B. Mikesell, of Winona Lake. Miss Thorn will compete at Portland the latter part of October for right to enter the state contest.
