Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 87, Number 15, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 10 October 1963 — Page 2
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR NAPPANEE ADVANCE NEWS It is apparent that some of our citizens are not sufficiently aware of the excellent facilities of the Nappanee Utilities Cos. Owned by the city, it supplies electric and water service to the i city of Nappanee. Electric service |is supplied to the rural community. The steam generating plant consists of 4 boilers; 2 with capacities of 26000 pounds of steam per hour each; 1 with 35000 pounds capacity and 1 with 40000 pounds capacity. Each boiler is new enough that it could normally perform satisfactory service for another 15 to 25 years. The rate of production of pounds of steam to kilowatts is approximately 13 pounds of steam for one kilowatt. Considering that firm capacities must allow that at some time or other the largest unit may be closed down for service or repair, if the 40000 lb. unit were off the line, there would remain a firm steam capacity of 85000 lbs. per hour, or 6538 kilowatt hours. A graph record is made of the hourly use of electricity by the city, and the peak load of all time was 4340 KWH in January 1963. In March 1963 the peak was 4130, and in May 1963 the peak was 3690 which was low for 1963 to date. December 1962 peak was 4050. Now let us look at the electrical generating capacity. There are now in use 4 generators; 2 of 1250 KW capacity each; 1 of 2000 KW capacity and 1 of 3000 KW capacity. An additional generator is now being installed and should be in service before January Ist. This generator will have a capacity of 5000 KW. The total capacity will then be 12500 KW. Without the latter unit a total capacity of 7500 KW is available. Should the 3000 unit go off the line before the 5000 unit is ready, there would be. a firm capacity of 4500 KW. still exceeds by a safe margin the peak load of all time. At no time in the last 10 years has the city demand been in jeopardy. Housewives will be interested in knowing that peak loads occur between 11:00 A.M. and 12:00 noon on Monday. Reason: washing machines and electric hot water heaters. Why do some claim that the Nappanee Utilities Cos. cannot supply new industry with power? The rate of increase in the. use of electricity in Nappanee has not exceeded 8% per annum in the years since World War 11. With present equipment a firm capacity should continue until 1975. How large an industry can be absorbed at once and have ade-i quate electricity? In August 1963 the largest consumer in Nappanee used .77600 KWH. The second larg-i est consumer used 74000 KWH The third largest used 63400 KWH, and the fourth largest used-40800 KWH. The 2nd largest user has a demand meter which registers the “largest consuming Vz hour” each Month. For August this largest “Vz hour” was 240 KWHs. Wheit the 5000 KW generator is in service Nappanee could absorb the equivalent of all our large industries and not cause a ripple in thl; operation of the Utilities plan!
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Then why all the doubt? is it a paying enterprise? A copy of the 1962 annual financial report awaits you at the bill paying window of the Utilities office. How does the city benefit from its ownership of the Utilities? It owns a $i., 000,000.00 plus plant. In 1962 $20,000,00 cash was turned over to tlie city for its use. In 1963 $15,000.00, and an additional $20,000.00 will be turned over to the city in 1964. In addition, all the new attractive street lighting on Market Street and Main Street was bought and installed at no cost to the c ty. Only the current used is paid fil>r, and that at a rate less than it could be purchased elsewhere. Water. Without potable water, life does not exist. It is our most precious natural resource. Its preservation warrants our deepest concern. But, we have plenty of water ill Nappanee! Prior to 1952 we had 3 deep wells about 135 feet deep, With a capacity of 1,165,000 gallons each 24 hours. In 1952 two additional wells were acquired, creating a total capacity each 24 hours Os 1,897,500 gallons. Prior to 1958 the maximum pumpage for 24 hours Was 774,900 gallons in 1953. In 1958 the maximum was 683,700 gallons. With the installation of the 15000 KWH generator, one of the oldest wells was taken out of service to make room for the generator. Still there is an abundance of water. For the future the Utilities Cos. has an easement at the East Side School property for anew (well site. The Utilities also owns 3% acres adjacent to the West Side Park which is being held as a future well field should it ever be required. Three privately owned wells are operating in Nappanee.
True, the water table level is gradually lowering in many parts of the USA, but with less variation in northern Indiana than in central and southern Indiana. Only more precipitation and slower runoff can improve this situation. The distribution system in Nappanee is gradually being improved by 5 the installation of larger diameter lines, usually 6”. Our water is high in minerals. This condition is one of nature', and makes the water softening business good. This condition could be bettered to some extent by the addition of water softening facilities at the Utilities plant at a cost of $50,000.00 to $75,000.00. Service! Could it be improved? Doubtful from an out of city utility. If you have difficulty, call 3-4115 and friendly, competent and prompt service will be had. Even though your difficulty may not be the Utilities responsibility, they will help you find it. Also 27 dedicated men and women from Nappanee earn a living, employed by the Utilities. In storm or high water they brave the elements to serve you. Sometimes at great risk to their own well being. Let us be aware of these to our city, and not doubt or deprecate their values, but be proud of them. Our local attitude may bring new industry or keep it away. industries seeking location in Indiana channel their inquiries through the State of Indiana Department of Commerce. This Department is attached to the office of the Lieutenant Governor. The Department of Commerce states that conditions sought for by such
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Industries, on the average, are in sequence oi importance as follows; 1. Local attitude; are the people sold on the city and are they boosting it for its good qualities. 2. Labor supply; is skilled and cooperative labor available? 3. Utilities; are they available and adequate. 4. Recreational facilities, churches and schools. 5. Medical care and availability 6f hospitals. 6. Proximity to adequate markets. 7. Nearness of raw materials. 8. Adequate transportation. 9. Equitable taxation. The Nappanee Industrial Development Corporation has the land for new industry. All of the aforestated prerequisetas for attracting new industries to our community are most favorable. “LET’S SELL NAPPANEE. IT'S OUR COMMUNITY”. Manager, Nappanee Utilities Cos. Leon J. Burnham October 7, 1963 Mr. Don Nichols Nappanee Advance-News Nappanee, Indiana Dear Sir: It was expressed in the editorial of September 26 that the adults of the community seem to be the only ones assuming any responsibility. We, as teenagers, know how much discussion there was among ourselves when the problem of a youth center was brought before us. Many of us thought about writing a letter to the editor and expressing our ideas; therefore, we know for a fact that many letters were started. Hou'evehsfewer were completed and an, even smaller number were sen . and published. There was much' more concern shown among the; teenagers than any adult will evter realize. Although a youth center has never been started, I don’t think that you can say the youth show no interest. It was also stated that the adults are the ones who assumed the responsibility for the after-prom entertainment. Os course they did, because the juniors had been working very hard on the prom itself. They had three phases of this gala affair to prepare for: the dinner, the reception, and the prom itself.
Six weeks before the prom, the juniors started working on the decorations and arrangements while the seniors practiced for their play. This extra load every night plus Saturdays and some Sunday afternoons, homework, and school kept us plenty busy. Only the faculty members at N.H.S. and our parents know how much we worked. For these reasons we upperclassmen do not believe you should criticize us so severely. In regard to helping with the DIP program, all 'we are waiting for is a specific assignment under good leadership. ; Sincerely, Jo Ann Ganshorn D’Bufldog Editor Dear Editor: S' A letter to the editor was called ,o my attention in the Nappanee Vdvance-News of October 3rd. Beieve me, you haven’t missed one thing by not having one of the industries mentioned, to start up ousiness in your city. I live in Bremen and I realize how undesirable it is to have this factory in the community. The odor and dust is intolerable and the plant is temporairily closed, by order, because of this condition. A Bremen Housewif *
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Nappanee, Indiana October 7, 1963 Mr. Don Nichols s Editor, Nappanee Advance-News Nappanee, Indiana Dear Mr. Nichols: A considerable number of interested people from both sides of the political fence have inquired this past week end about my absence and lack of participation at the ceremonies and open house celebrating the completion of Nappanee's outstanding sewage disposal system. The answer, of course, is sirnpiy that the interim administration was careful to see that I was not invited. I do not want to leave the impression with these friends that I do not appreciate their concern and interest in this planned snub. How ever, I really cannot feel the hurt which they, themselves, feel deeply and think that I should share equally. Different people have differing standards in the area of public recognition —some going so far as to make a fetish of it. For myself, I have long since become well ad justed and, perhaps, even callous to the pattern of treatment characteristic of the puppetteers who consider it their inherent right and privilege to control and dictate the destinies of this fine community. The very presence in Nappanee of possibly the most pretentious and forward-looking system of public sewers to be found in any small city is ample reward for the half dozen years of day by day tedious and tiresome planning and work which made them possible. The greater portion of our citizenry is well aware that ail the arrangements for land, for financing, and for construction was no small task. Rather than dwelling on the fine points of this and purposeful omission of credit, let us addreess ourselves k> the more important matter of selecting the proper people to typify our city for the next four years and who we can trust to guide it in sound policies and programs. I do n'vt intend -.o move my home nor ;ny family from Nappanee, and have the utmost confidence that the people will choose well as the next month unfolds the real differences in the two tickets for city offices. Very truly yours, J. Maxwell Clouse
TEEN SCENES BY PAT STOUDER
Since practically all of last week’s activities centered around the homecoming celebration, other events seemed unimportant by comparison. Activities were off to a roaring start with Thursday night’s big bonfire and pep rally. Everyone, from tiny tots to senior citizens, was on hand to enjoy the evening’s festivities at Stauffer Park. The students gathered at the high school and paraded to the park, accompanied by the brass section of the band. There the various classes presented humorous skits and stunts, and Coach Gunderman introduced the team members. Team captains, Dave McGrew and Dick Geyer, gave short talks, and as a climax to the rally, a large stuffed lion, representing the Bremen team, was tossed into the fire. Long after the fire had burned itself out, the kids continuedtheir pre-game celebration all over : town. The enthusiasm w r as contagious and spread into Friday, when the varsity members wore their football jerseys to school so that all would be able to recognize them on I the playing field. (Once they have
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donned all theft* playing paraphefialia, it’s kind of hard to tell one from the other unless you are familiar with their numbers.) Naturally, with all of this preparation, there could be only one outcome to the game! The fellows maue A two in a row by trouncing Bremen 2P to 7. It was a terrific game and our fightin’ Bulldogs really gave their very best. During the half-time ceremonies, Carol Disher was crowned Homecoming Queen by Susie Hartman, last year’s queen. Carol, a senior, is active in 4-H, F.H.A., band and chorus. Maria Popowzak and Gloria Swihart were runners-up. The dance, following the game, was a huge success. The decorations were really neat. Blue and white streamers led to a large crown suspended in the center of the all-purpose room. The stage had a blue and white backdrop sprinkled with small crowns, and the hall decorations consisted of crepe paper streamers, football players, and a blue and white throne. Barbara Senff and Sue Knobel, chairmen of the decorating committee, deserve a big vote of thanks for their efforts. Gene Van and hig orchestra provided the dancing music. The queen and her court, looking sharp in their skirt and sweater outfits, were honored guests, while many former students met to reminisce and renew old acquaintances. All in all, it was a gala affair, one which will provide many pleasant memories for a long time! Thanks to all who had a part in making it a success. Final results of the Junior magazine sale have been tabulated and, although we were a little shy our goal, many people put forth quite an effort. Cheryl Mullett really did more than her share as top salesman, followed by Debbie Callander, Jackie Pletcher, Dottie Woodhams, Sherry Weddle and Pat Stouder in that order. These six girls will be receiving prizes soon to reward them for their hard work. Got a sw'eet tooth? The Sophomores have a remedy for this they are in the midst of their annual candy sale with a selection of turtles, chocolate cherries, and peanut brittle to suit your taste and your pocketbook! The eighth graders met last week to elect officers for the year. Steve Walters was elected president, with Marla Mullett serving as vice-pres-ident. The secretary-treasurer is yet to be chosen. Pat Neibert, Jerry
Huff, Donna Schrock and Jan Eichenberger were selected to serve on the student council. What’s in the box? That was the question chemistry students were asking themselves, each other, and all their friends and relatives as a result of an assignment in Chemistry this past week. Each student was provided with a sealed box (honor-bound not to break the seal) containing an object or objects to be identified by sound and movement. These boxes provided many hours of entertainment and puzzlement for a number of families, as all joined in the guessing game. When the student had decided to his satisfaction what his particular box contained, he was to write out his conclusion and the reasons for it an interesting experiment to orove that it is possible to at least partially identify certain things without being able to see them. The G.A.A. girls had their first 1 bowling session last Wednesday after school. There were many complaints from the girls that the balls , were shrinking in size, and that 'the proprietors had treated the '%wling pins with glue, but all i agreed that the gutters were in fine I condition! Sue Knobel had the high score of the afternoon with a game of 144. Oh well, there’s always another week, and maybe they’ll do something about those sticky pins in the meantime I hope l See ya’ next week
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NAPPANEE ADVANCE-NEWS : 156 W. Market PHONE 773-3127 Entered at the Post Office at Nappanee: Indiana as Second Class Matter Under theAct of March 3, 1879. PUBLISHED THURSDAYS $3.00 PER YEAR in Indiana l $3.50 PER YEAR Outside Indiana it NOTICE Pictures for publication are welcomed, but no picture will be returned by mail unless a T self-addressed stamped envelope is sent with it. No charge >' for publishing pictures, news stories, or announcements. * Publisher b Donald E. Nichols, Jr. Nappanee School ' Gets Boost From ;; Former Resident ; K. P. Wright, principal of Central School, received a letter from Rev. Howard Walker, former pas l tor of the Nappanee EUB Church-' In it Rev. Walker was most com-i pumentary about the Nappanee ele 11 mentary schools. Rev. Walker said that his dauglF ter, Judy, had completed second grade at Nappanee. When she took tests for admittance into the Santa Ana, California school system, she 1 read at 'seventh grade level. Thfe principal, he said, was amazed anu waniea to put her ahead a grade. He added that his daughter, Nancy, also seemed ahead of her grade. Rev. Walker finished his letter to Mr. Wright by saying, “Please convey our gratitude to the teachers our girls had at Nappanee, Mrs. Stoops, Mrs. Burt, and Mrs. Maust. We surely appreciate their fine contribution to our girls”.
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