Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 111, Number 5, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 29 January 1992 — Page 2

Nappanee Advance Newt Wednesday, January 29, 1992

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Hahn promoted

By MerrU Chapman Staff Writer Nappanee Police Chief John Elliott appeared before the board of works Monday, January 27, asking members to approve the promotion of Basic Patrolman Phil Hahn to Patrolman First Class. .Elliott explained that most officers achieve this new status following the completion of their First year. His request was granted and Hahn’s promotion will be effective February Chief Elliott also received the beard’s approval of his request for twp new 1992, four-door sedans, for use as police cars, trading in the 1991, four-door Chevy Caprice. CJferk/ Treasurer Kim Ingle was authorized >•;advertise for bids. .Water Superintendent Gale Gerber reported that according to the law, during the first quarter of every year his department must have the wells tested. Two companies gave him an estimate of $95 for each of the three wells. Gerber shared his desire to use the same company he had delt with in the past, Indianapolis Water Company, and the board consented to both the cost and the Firm. Members also agreed to allow Gerber to submit ads for anew truck in his department at a future meeting. The computer system from the wqter department that has been replaced was declared obsolete, and was not reported to have any value. , Upon the request of fire chief Don Able, three mobile radios were also declare out-dated and one will be sold fdr SIOO. Able reported that truck number 74, which had been approved fpr refurbishment last month by the prior board, had been delivered to RPI in Tipton, and the work was started/ - ' Ingle shared positive results from the testing of the underground tanks at'City Hall. The tests showed the tanks were meeting IDEM regulations. This means the tanks do not have to be replaced but she urged the board to consider looking into the the cost-cutting options available. Presently the tanks will have to be tested yearly for the next decade, at a

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Tonsils & Adenoids

What la the Purpose of ToUh uwd Admtldt? Tonsils and adenoids are compoaed of tissue that is similar to the lymph nodes or “glands” found m ihe neck, groin, and other place* in the body. They are pan of a “ring” of glandular tiaaoe encircling the back of Ihe throat. The adenoid* ere located high in ihe throat behind the noae and *oA palate (roof of Ihe mouth) and, uni ike tonsils, are aol viafcfc through the month without apodal inatimnama. The tonails are the two maases of tissue an either aide of the back of the throaL Tonsils and adenotda are mategkally locaaed near the entrance to the breathing paseage* where they can catch meaning Medians. They “sample” bacteria and vimses and can become Mecaed themselves. It b thought that they then help fonn antibodies to those “germs" as pan of the body’s animate system to resist and fight future infections. This function is performed in the first few years of life, but it is less important as the child gets older, fa fact, there is no evidence that tonsils or adenoids are important after the age of three, (face recent Urge study showed, by laboratory tests and follow-up examinations, that children who must have their tonsils snd adenoids removed suffer no lon whatsoever in their future immunity so disease. There is a popular mytfi that tonsils and adenoids fiber bacteria out of what are swallow and breathe, somewhat like a kitchen strainer. Thi* ia untrue. Any fiber that could suam out microscopic bacsesia would not allow the postage of any food particles and would Wkat*Dtarmes Affect Tansfc und AdenaWs? (causing tore throats) and significant enlargement (causing trouble with breathing and swallowing).

cost of SBOO annually. Ingle was told to make the necessary contacts so that members could be advised of their choices and a decision could be made. Other items passed included water operating claims totaling $5,700.01; sewer operating claims costing $32,123.60; the refunding of 1985 sewer revenue bonds to purchase new ones at current interest rates; and an agreement with NIPSCO, for work on the Williams Street RR crossing. They also authorized an agreement with Elkhart County for the road resurfacing of CRS2 to be shared. Under the agreement, the county will be responsible for 60% of the project, and the city of Nappanee, 40%. Members voted to allow Common Wealth Insurance to begin plans and specifications for the water and sewer mains from Panther Drive, east of CRS2, to the Nappanee Golf Course Housing Development entrance. Kim Ingle read four bids for the new ambulance needed by the EMS department. The board acknowledged all bids and agreed to vote at the next meeting. Also approved was a reimbursement request to the Indiana Department of Transportation for the Williams Street Railroad Crossing project, totaling $6,156. The next board of works meeting will be held Monday, February 10, 3:30p.m.

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Science Fair scheduled at middle school The Nappanee Middle School Science Fair and Open House will take place Tuesday, February 18, with the fair hours set for 6-Bp.m., and the visitation from 7-Bp.m. The public is invited to attend.

Recurrent acme infections of the tonsils also occur in adults. So do abscesses around the tcatsils, chronic tonsillitis, and infections of small pockets (crypts) within the tonsils that produce bad smelling, cheesy-like fotmations. Tumors cm also grow in the tonsils, but they are rare. When Should I Consult My Doctor? You should see your doctor when you or your child suffer the common symptoms of infected and enlarged tonsils and adenoids: recurrent sore throats, fever, chills, bad breath, natal congestion or port-nasal drainage or abstraction, recurrent ear How Are Diseases af the Tanshs and AdenaMs Treated? Bacterial infections of the tonsils, especially those earned by “strep,” are initially treated with Removal of die tonsils and/or adenoids may be recommended for sane children snd aduhs. The two primary reasons for tonsil and/or adenoid removal are (1) recurrent infeclian despite antibiotic therapy and (2) difficulty breathing doe to enlarged tonsils and/or adenoids. Obstruction to breathing causes motmg and disturbed sleep patterns that lead to daytime shcpineai in adnks and hyperactivity in children. Same orthodontists believe chronic mouth breathing from large toosas and adenoids causa Chronic infection in the tamds md adenoids can also affect nearby stnscrmes each as the eusuchian tube - die panage between die back of the nose and the inside of the ear. This cm lead to frequent a chronic e Medians with earache* and hearing loss

Historic Commission sets meeting The Nappanee Historic Preservation Commission meets on the first Thursday of each month, at 7p.m., at the municipal center. The next meeting will be held February 6. The public is invited to attend.

Informational session for Jaycees An information meeting for persons interested in a Nappanee Jaycees Chapter will be held Saturday, February 1, 3p.m., at the Nappanee Public Library. Jaycees is for men and women between the ages of 21-39, and is a leadership training organization stressing leadership. skills, community involvement and individual growth. All interested persons are invited to attend.

Library posts new hours New Thursday hours begin at the Nappanee Public Library February 6, with a full day of open hours from 9a.m.-9p.m. A milestone in the history of the library was achieved in November 1991, as the board of trustees received word that funds necessary to expand Thursday hours to full-day service would be available in 1992. Final budget approval was received from the State Board of Tax Commissioners in mid-January. New library hours are as follows: Monday thnAigh Thursday, 9a.m.-9p.m.; Friday, 9a.m.-5:30p.m.; Saturday, 9a.m.-sp.m. The library is closed on Sunday.

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Speech winners

‘Meeting America's Challenge’

The Nappanee VFW recently sponsored die “Voice of Democracy” speech contest. Three NorthWood graduates were local Finalists, Paul Johns and Krisd McGowen tied for second place, and Kate Kendall placed Fust. Kendall moved on to district competition where she placed second. Her speech enbded “Meeting America’s Challenge” follows. Through the centuries, America and her people have witnessed the conquering of many brave, new frontiers. In 1776, we were an infant country learning to govern itself with freedom, democracy and justice. The 1800s brought with it a new frontier-literally. The Louisiana Purchase, as well as other land addidons brought forth new territory to be settled by courageous frontiersmen. During the 1900s, the U.S. endured two ravaging world wars that tested the patience and diligence of her citizens-yet we remained united and emerged as a respected world leader, finaly, in 1969, American families gathered around their televisions and watched in awe as Neil Armstrong conquered what seemed the Final frontier-space. Now the 1990s have arrived-the* dawn of anew gencration-and we arc faced with anew set of frontiers. One major frontier exists as a disease. It cripples the heart, numbs the mind and destroys the conscience. It spares no one-neilher young norold-and over half the population has fallen victim to it. Cancer? No. AIDS? Not quite. This disease is apathy-lack of caring. Drugs, crime, gang warfare, pollution...all of these arc effects of apathy. Effects that have caused our common carpet of love and understanding to become worn and threadbare. Effects that must be reversed. With these overwhelming problems, it’s easy to become frightened and turn away. “What can I do?” you ask in despair, “Can one person make a difference?” My answer to you is an emphatic yes. One person can make a world of a difference. People like you and me across the nation arc changing their apathetic attitudes to ones of compassion, and as a result, are changing the world around them. Justin Lcbo, a thirteen-year-old, rebuilds old bicycles and donates them to a local residential treatment center. If you ask him why, he’ll say, “Just to see the kids hrqipy” In Philidclphia, John DeMarco deFicd the prejudiced attitudes in his neiborhood by testifying against a man who sprayed racist graffiti on a house. Mike Christiano. known on the

Jerry Searfoss, VFW commander, (far left) poses with the winners of the “Voice of Democracy” speech contest: (pictured from left after Searfoss) Paul Johns, second place winner, Kate Kendall, first place winner and second in the district level contest, and Kristi McGowen, second place (tied with Johns.) Kendall speech was entitled “Meeting America's Challenge.” (AN photo by Merrie Chapman.)

streets as “Sandwich Man,” claims his religious committment inspires him to make up two-hundred sandwiches a night ot give to New York City’s hungry. “I know God wanted me to do more,” he says. Carrie Barefoot Dickerson, a seventy-two-year-old woman endured hate mail, lost her friends, and depleted her two-hundred thousand dollar life savings to protest the installment of a nuclear power plant in her town. She won her battle and says she’d do it again if she had to. The faces arc not important. The places are not important. These modern-day heroes could veiy well be your father, daughter, neighbor, or even you. What is important is the traits they share. Their patience was undying and remained strong even throughout the rough times. Yes, it will take time as well as effort to reverse the condition of the world but if we stick together and work intently. Side by side, we can and we will meet the challenges that lie ahead. These heroes for today have displayed courage and bravery.

Orientation set for eighth graders

North Wood High School has announced the procedure which will be followed for the scheduling of courses for freshmen, for the 1992-93 school year. Once again, all parents and their students have been invited to a special scheduling session. NorthWood administrators, guidance counselors and middle school counselors will attend the sessions, to better facilitate the selection of ninth grade courses. All families will receive letters from North Wood, containing a four-

Smokey Stovers fight

Nappanee Smokey Stovers were called to the home of Eldon Hartzell, 8699N 900 W (Kosciusko County), Sunday, January 26, at approximately 2:30p.m., to battle a bare engulfed in flames. Mutual .aid was received from Atwood and Etna Green Fire Departments. Bremen, Foraker and Wakarusa also responded but were asked to stand-by in case another Are call was received. Members of the Nappanee Emergency Medical Service also reported to the scene but were not called upon because there were no injuries. Richard Hartzell, occupant of the home, reported that two of his children, ages 9 and 10, were in the bam

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They risked all they had and went against the public to stand up for what they believed in. Courageously and diligently they fought until their battles were over. But these traits of patience and bravery, as well as intellect, integrity and compassion weren’t magically blessed upon these few. Evetyone possesses these qualities-it’s just a matter of finding them within ourselves and putting them in motion. The future lies ahead of us as a vast frontier. Our generation will conquer part of it and leave the responsibility of resetting those boundaries to future generations. I am conFtdent that they, too, will strive to meet their challenges. However, we must pave the way for the next generation and Fust change ourselves. Michael Jackson sings in “The Man in the Mirror”; “If you want to amke the world a better place, take a look at yourself and make a change.” I am ready to do my part-are you? The theme for the contest was “Meeting America’s Challenge.”

year plan, student information sheets and proposed scheduling forms. The letter also explains that students from Nappanee, with last names beginning with the letters A-L, are to meet Monday, February 3; names M-Z, Monday, February 24. All Wakarusa students will meet Monday, February 10. The meetings will begin promptly at 7p.m., in the high school cafeteria. If your family dries not receive a letter with scheduling materials, contact Mrs. Howard in the guidance department at North Wood.

and apparently had started a small Fire, which they could not put out. In addition to an amount of hay in the bam, there were four gravity bins, a flat bed wagon, and elevator, as well as several small items. The bam and everything in it are a total loss. The owner reported that he has insurance on the structure. Approximately 36 firemen used 13 pieces of equipment and 35,000 gallons of water to fight the file. Nappanee firemen were on the scene for four and a half hours.

Completes nursing school Julie Corwin-Price, formerly of Nappanee, recently received her SMC Nursing Pin in ceremonies at Southwestern Michigan College. The pinning ceremony was held to honor December graduates of the nursing curriculum. Corwin-Price is the daughter of Shannon V. Corwin, Nappanee, and Anna Jane Corwin, Warsaw. She resides in Knox, with husband Tim and son Ethan. She is employed by St. Joseph Medical Center, South Bend, in, the pediatrics unit

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