Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 110, Number 28, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 12 July 1989 — Page 3

—a timeless musical

By BARB KEISER Editor On November 4-5-6, 1966, at West Park pavilion, Nappanee Civic Theatre presented a family musical entitled “Plain and Fancy,” billed as fun for all. With action taking place in and around “Bird-in-Hand,” a town in the Amish country of Pennsylvania, the theatre group enjoyed, along with the audiences, a chance to forget cares and troubles, and enjoy good, wholesome family entertainment. Creta Jane Dennis was producer and Robert Coppes directed the musical. Their staff included Sue Parker, musical director; Dori Crane, with another of her famous set designs; Bertie Loudermilk and Helen Price taking care of costumes

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Carol Strang as Hilda Miller and Ruth George as Bessie, help bring the musical production to life-on the Nappanee stage.

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and Kay Stutzman doing the makeup. Walt McDonald served as stage manager, with Gil Jenkins, Elden Schrock and Thurlo Clouse as his able assistants. Mrs. Robert Bechtel was organist, and properties were provided through the efforts of Betty Johnson, Louise Thompson, Alma Yoder, Peg Stillson, Edna Schrock and Hilda Coppes. Just in case...prompters were Dorothy Howard and Dorothy Uline. Publicity for the production came from Juanita Hopewell and Dee Leavitt, who distributed posters by Margaret Arm an trout. The programs were printed with direction from Jane Hcpler, and tickets by Vcrn Meeks and Rudy Dennis. Reservations came directly to Helen Price and Ray Miller, Dr. Ed Eichenberger served as house manager, Irene Best was hostess, and ushers were members of the National Honor Society at Nappance High School. Cast members included Nancy Biever, Glen Stump, Bob Schmcltz, Ruth Pancoast, Lyle Yoder, Ray Pippenger, Helen Yoder, Howard Yoder, Carol Strang, Dave Millbem, Julie Biever and Jerry Stine. Also: Frankie Copeland, Jeff Coppes, Ronald Plooy, Dr. James R. Miller, Art Gall, Jim Lentz, Bob Schmeltz, Ruth George, Jan Eichenberger, Nancy Cook, Carol Bower, Martha Bolyard, Helen Nusbaum and Jeff Coppes. Nappanee Advance-News Editor Don Nichols was extremely complimentary in his review of the production. “It was inevitable,” he said, “that, sooner or later, the Nappanee Civic Theatre would do “Plain and Fancy.” This musical has special meaning to so many people here, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed itself, everyone finding different items which tickled him. Our Amish neighbors could not have been offended by it, because it doesn’t poke fun at them.” He continued, “When the city folks come to Bird in Hand seeking Jacob Yoder, only to find there are 15 Jacob Yoders (each with at least one daughter), everyone in the Nappanee area can chuckle.” Nichols went on to report that Nancy Biever stole the show with her funny lines, and that she could “belt out a song-and she’s good to

Court news The following cases have been handled by the Nappanee courts. David Widmoyer is the judge. Michael Bear, South Carolina, speeding, SB7. Julie Mitchell, Florida, speeding, SBS. Sandra Baltosser, Warsaw, speeding, SBO. Jerry Albrecht, Nappanee, speeding, S6B. Kolin Young, Warsaw, expired license plate, SSB. Mathew Czoch Jr., Elkhart, speeding, s7l. David Singer, Nappanee, offroad motorcycle on public highway, SSB. Johnny Alderman, Nappanee, careful driving violation, $54. Shane Pfeiffer, Wakarusa, viola-

look at, too.” Lyle Yoder was said to have been perfect as “Old Jacob Yoder,” and Helen Yoder did a fine job with her two mood-setting songs. “Carol Strang adds humor, warmth, and charm to a fine, rich singing voice, and she does the best job of anybody in mastering a dialect without overdoing it.” Both male and female chorus members were complimented on their musical offerings, and it was reported that friends who knew Bob Schmeltz and Jim Lentz “will be fractured when they first appear.” Bob Coppes was working at the Advance-News office then, and everyone was very much aware of the time he spent with the production. He was encouraged to accept the tribute of an out-of-towncr who asked how long such great shows had been going on at Nappanee. Many Nappanceans have enjoyed civic theatre productions since the Ijeginning of the local group, and the present theatre organization continues a fine tradition of productions enjoyable for persons of all ages. To refresh your memory of “Plain and Fancy,” you arc invited to see the production at Amish Acres this summer. additions have been made, musical numbers expanded-but all the elements which make it a laughable, enjoyable musical production remain.

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Ruth Pancoast played the part of Katie Yoder and Lyle Yoder was Papa Yoder.

tion motorcycle learner’s permit, SSB; speeding, $73. • Dan Dickerson, Ligonier, improper passing, SSB. > Daniel Huffman, speeding, S6B. Arrests dwi Betty L. Holderman, 71, 306 N. Clark Street, Nappanee, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated resulting in an accident on June 30 at 9:42 p.m. at the 100 block of West Centennial Street. Nappanee police officers arrived at the scene to find the driver had struck a parked car. Mrs. Holderman failed the breathalyzer test with a BAC of .12 percent. She was arrested on the above charges. Edward M. Bringmati, 33, Lot 208 Meadows MHP, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated on June

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Men of the cast included Jeff Coppes as Jacob Yoder; Bob Schmeltz, A Man; Jim Lentz, Moses Zook; Art Gall, Ike Pilersheim, and Ray Pippenger, Isaac Miller.

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These women enjoyed their parts in the musical: Ruth George as Bessie; Carol Bower, Rebecca; Helen Nusbaum, Gretchen; Frankie Copeland, Rachel; Martha Bolyard. Mary, and Jan Eichenberger, Sarah.

30 at 3:38 a.m. Nappanee police officers stopped Bringman for speeding near the high school. Bringman failed a breathalyzer test with a BAC of. 14 percent. He had a previous conviction for the same offense in 1985 making this arrest a felony. He was taken to the Elkhart County Jail and held without bond. Marijuana Steven A. Martin, 21, Lot 168 Meadows MHP and James Chris Heckaman, 18, 112 Fourth Street, Milford were arrested for Possession of Marijuana on July 3at 10:12 p.m. at Meadows MHP. Nappanee police officers stopped Martin for speeding in the park. Alcohol and marijuana were found in the car. Heckaman was a passenger. Both were charged with possession, Since Heckaman was only 18. Martin was also

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chargedwithaidmginthe unlawful use of alcohol. A warrant was also found on Martin in Kosciusko County. The men were taken to the county jail where bond was set. Theft Two male juveniles were arrested for bicycle theft and released to their parents on July 5. Nappanee police officers slopped the two youths who were riding mopeds. The officers recognized one moped as being reported stolen the day before. The officers found out that the other moped was also stolen. The youths admitted to stealing the mopeds and were charged with theft and released to their parents pending action by the Elkhart County juvenile court. Police report four subjects have been arrested so far for bicycle theft with investigations still under way.

Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, July 12, 1989

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hours. Fire The Nappanee Smokey Stovers came to the aid of other departments four times in June. On June 11, the Nappanee department helped the Bremen fire department with a city dump fire. On June 16, the Smokies were called to Etna Green for a bam fire at SR 19 and CR 700 West, the Merlin Schwartz bam. On June 21, the Nappanee volunteers aided the Bremen department with a motel fire at Plymouth and Center Streets. Finally, on June 26, the Smokey Stovers responded to a accident at US 6 at the Bremen bypass to help the Bremen department with an extrication. EMS The Nappanee emergency medical service responded to 41 calls in June for a year total of 224 so far. Of the June calls, 26 patients were from, Nappanee, 11 from other cities and Open Door hours ore shortened During the months of July and August, Nappanee’s Open Door will be open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday only, from 9-1 la.m. If you need assistance, or have questions, please call Open Door at 773-7516 (please note correction of phone number from last week’s article). Free blood pressure check... The Elkhart County Health Department will offer free blood pressure checks at the Nappanee Public Library, Tuesday, July 18, from 11a.m.-lp.m. You are encouraged to take advantage of this free service.

DR PRODUCTS INC PUBLIC AUCTION As we have sold our business, we will offer the following located 14 mile north of Nappanee Square on S.R. 19 at 852 N. Main, Nappanee, Ind. Saturday, July 15, 1989 9:30 A.M. ■ TOOLS & EQUIPMENT FOLLOWED BY HOUSEHOLD ITEMS TOOLS & EQUIPMENT DeWalt 5 HP, 1 phase, 16” radial arm saw, complete; 10” Craftsman table saw w/extensions, 18 mo. old; Craftsman 17”, 16 spd. floor model drill press, 18 mo. old; Craftsman 6” combination belt face sander; Rockwell steel & wood band saw on stand; Old 60” arbor press; Bostitch floor model foot stapler; Various bench vises; Wells 38” metal band saw; Circle top Buday elec, cut-off saw on stand; 40” meat saw on stand, vertical & horizontal cut; Delta 64” floor drill press; Spruenger table drill press; Older heavy duty floor drill press, works the best; Buffalo 6 ft. drill press; 2 Double wheel bench grinders; 6 ft. Rockwell 20 drill press, older, but works the best; 8 ft. band saw w/225” blade; Leg vise bolted onto heavy welding table; 2 Binks #7 paint guns; Lincoln 225 welder; Old saw box w/ tools; Acetylene welder complete, on cart (no papers); Adler industrial electric sewing machine, complete with spools, lamp & table; Chandler industrial electric sewing machine complete with spools, lamp & table; Steel banders & tools; Recipro Skil saw, 2 spd., Model 700; Electric chain hoist complete w/rail; Other hoists; Table top 21” long 2” sander. Good Howe platform scales HAND TOOLS Rockwell Model 752 portable tapping drill; Universal electric nibbler; 2 Electric pneumatic Paslode staplers; Hand Bostitch stapler; 8 ft. roller conveyer; New Reddy 50,000 BTU space heater; Dollies; Elec. adj. track for overhead electric; Elec, hydraulic tube bender; Approx. 25 C-clamps; Approx. 25 used hydraulic cylinders (214 ”x 7”); Mnaual hydraulic skid mover; Several sets of drill bits; 30 steel drawer cabinet full of all kinds of misc. items - sells as 1 bid; 15 Drawer cabinet, full - to sell as one unit; Shotgun reloader; 8 ft. flat bottom Jon boat; Shakespear trolling motor; Good 8 ft. alum, stepladder; 24” alum, extension ladder; Electric portable easy lift; Approx. 15 face grinders, routers, rubber saw, etc.; 16 rolls of glazed white B'/i” paper, 100 lb. a roll; 2 New 14 HP Bodine elec, motors; Many hydraulic power units (new & used) - Air tank; Several work benches; All kinds of flexible & other extension cords - Flexible air hoses; Wheelbarrow - Garden & shop tools OFFICE EQUIPMENT 32x44” heavy combination safe; Time clock - 3 Rolodexes; Pitney Bowes #3770 parrellel scales; Base Pitney Bowes postage meter machine; Oak office chair; Good fireproof 4-drw. file cabinet; Silver-Reed 225 C elec, typewriter; Police scanner; 2 Remington manual typewriters; 2 Sharp elec, calculators; Paymaster check protector, 3M Help Mate copier. Telephone answering machine; Norelco Clean Air 5000 air purifier; Several office swivel chairs; Plus other office misc. equipment HOUSEHOLD & ANTIQUES Fancy New Haven mantel clock in walnut cabinet; Good walnut Lincoln rocker; School desk & desk chairs; Ladder-back reed rocker; 6 Ladderback reed dhairs; Organ stool - camel-back trunk; Several crosscut saws; Wicker library table; White chest of drawers; Wicker comer chair (needs repair); 2 Jenny Lind beds; Side-by-side avocado refrig.; Amana microwave oven; Portable stereo - Color portable TV; 2 Small child’s bikes; Child’s scooters - Rocking horse; Modem round glass top table with wicker chairs; Stand-up bar w/2 matching bar stools; Twin bed, complete - Night stand; Much misc. - such as golf equip., exerciser, play pen, electric blankets, snack sets, dishes, etc. SALE ORDER AGAIN: 9:30 A.M. Tools & Equipment, followed by Household. Any announcements made day of sale have precedence over printed matter. Terms: Cash or Check w/proper ID Lunch Not Responsible for Accidents DR INC 852 North NJjun Street, Nappanee, Indiana 46550 _ Phone 219-773-4117 Merrill “Gutch” Pippen, President FATHER & SON - AUCTIONEERS Roger Hahn Phil Hahn 1407 SR I9N 219-773-3091 Nappanee, IN • 46550 hh „ ™ 219-773-4786

four from Nappanee rural routes. Mayor Mayor Robert Callander attended the Nappanee Rotary Club meeting to receive a check for the July Fourth fireworks. He lunched with the branch manager of Am entrust Bank, Nappanee and attend the Fallen Heroes Memorial service held at the Statehouse Rotunda in Indianapolis. Later in the month the mayor attended the breakfast meeting sponsored by the Nappanee Chamber of Commerce to receive a report from legislators. He also attended the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting, and a meeting with representatives from United Telephone to discuss telephone lines to emergency personnel. Also discussed at a later meeting was the enhanced 911 system for Nappanee. The next council meeting will be held the third Monday of the month, July 17 at 7 p.m. in the municipal building. The public is invited to attend. Children's theatre Nappanee Civic Theatre will present the children’s production of “Beauty and the Beast” on August 4 and 5 at the Nappanee West Park Pavilion. Curtain time is 7:3opm. Ticket Prices are $3 for adults and 1.50 for children 12 and under. Advance reservations may be made by calling 773-4032 or 773-3882.

NOW LEASING SELF STORAGE Fenced, lighted. You keep the keys. Lowest Prices Sizes, sxlo, 10x10, •10x15, 10x20 NAPPANEE SELF STORAGE Highway 6 West Nappanee, IN 46550 773-7711 Office located at Superior, Inc. Across from Newmar

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