Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 35, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 27 August 1997 — Page 3

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Mayor honors Lape for volunteer service

Nappaneean Robert “Mose” Lape was the guest of honor at a special farewell breakfast, hosted by Mayor Larry Thompson, Tuesday, August 19, at Ron’s Bakery and Restaurant. Mose, who has served as Nappanee’s unofficial Amtrak greeter for several Wednesday to make ;WQome aj' the West Lafayette veteran’s Home. His local residence was recently destroyed in an earlymorning fire which occurred when a burning candle tipped over. The mayor presented Mose with the key to the city, a proclamation in his honor, and a miniature train depot, complete with model train, from city employees. He also received a commemorative plate from the Nappanee Fire Department, hat and patch from the Nappanee Police Department, and a hat from the Emergency Medical Service Department. Julie Kroes, of SPC, Nappanee, also announced that a park bench has been purchased, to set outside the SPC office, with a plaque inscribed to honor Lape. The proclamation follows: WHEREAS: Robert “Mose” Lape has served his community well for many years as a dedicated volunteer and citizen; and WHEREAS: He has served as the official greeter at the depot in Nappanee since 1991; and WHEREAS: His friendly smile and warm greeting will be missed by the many Amtrak travelers, as well as staff; and WHEREAS: Due to his years of dedicated service to his country during World War II; and WHEREAS: He has decided to move to the Veteran’s Home at West Lafayette, In.; and WHEREAS: He will continue to share the proud heritage of Nappanee and the railroad with his many comrades for years to come; NOW THEREFORE, I, Larry L. Thompson, by virtue of the authority vested in me as mayor, and speaking on behalf of the citizens of our city, do hereby tender to Robert “Mose” Lape this Proclamation of Public Recognition, and extend to him our best wishes for friendship and happiness for his new home and for a long and happy life in the future. In witness whereof I have here-

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unto set my hand and caused this seal to be affixed. Larry L. Thompson. Attest Kimberly A. Ingle. Date —August 19, 1997.

Continuing education clashes to be offered

Wa-Nee Continuing Education classes will once again be offered at North Wood High School, the Nappanee Public Library, and the Wakarusa Public Library. Classes will include GED, Introduction to Sign Language, Beginning Spanish, Water Exercise, Adult Fitness: Body Shaping, English as a Second Language, Introduction to Computers and Introduction to Internet. Most classes will begin in September. For a complete list of courses, check flyers available at the Wa-Nee Community Schools Administration Office, Nappanee

GED A GED course will be offered at the Nappanee Public Library and the Wakarusa Public Library, as part of the fall session of Wa-Nee Continuing Education courses. The class is for adults interested in preparing for the GED test administered by the State of Indiana. The course is designed to meet the individual needs of adults in the five subject areas covered in the GED exam (reading skills, social studies, math, science and English). Regular attendance is necessary, to receive the maximum benefits of the class. Individual and group counseling will also be provided in preparing resumes, interviewing techniques and career exploration. Upon passing the GED exam, a high school equivalency diploma will be issued by the State of Indiana. Classes meet for 10 weeks, from 6:30-8:30p.m., beginning TViesday, September 2, at the Nappanee Public Library, and Monday, September 8, at the Wakarusa Public Library. A S2O deposit is needed, but is refundable upon completion of the course.

FAREWELL—Robert 'Mose' Lape received a special tribute Tuesday, August 19, as he prepared to move to the veteran's home in West Lafayette. At top. he is pictured with a special cake served to those who honored him with breakfast at Ron's Bakery and Restaurant. At bottom, Lape gathers with friends, from left, Nancy Miller, John “Hook' Stuckman, Mayor Larry Thompson and Julie Kroes. See related article for complete Information. (AN photos by Teresa Hamsher)

BLOOD PRESSURES The Elkhart County Health Department will offer free blood pressure screenings, Thursday, September 11, 10-11a.m., at the Elder Haus, 258 E. Market St., Nappanee.

Public Library and Wakarusa Public Library, or call 773-3131, 773-7919 or 862-2465. Rotary report... The Nappanee Rotary Club meets each Wednesday noon, at Ron’s Bakery and Restaurant. Visitors are welcome. • Rotary Assistant District Governor Terry McKay was the speaker at last Wednesday’s meeting. He was introduced by the local club president, John Moore. Deb Teal was a guest with her husband, Paul. Fifty four members and guests of the Nappanee Rotary Club enjoyed the recent dinner cruise on Lake Wawasee. The exchange student from Germany, Martina Niedermeier, was also there, with her host family, Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Slabaugh. She has now returned to her home in Germany.

Library offers dial-a-story A kindjittle girl brings water to her dry country, and the big dipper to the sky, in “The Legend of the Dipper,” this week’s featured dial-a-story on the Nappanee Public Library Information, Line. The free storytelling service is available on a 24-hour basis, and is just one of the options on the line, 219-773-7920.

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Funds released for fairgrounds

Funds for the Elkhart County Fairgrounds were released last week by the State Budget Committee, according to an announcement made by State Senator Marvin Riegsecker (RGoshen), who made the request in the budget. Specifically, $75,000 was released to help increase the size of the stage area on the fairgrounds, Riegsecker noted. According to Jon Howard, Elkhart County 4-H Fair Board President, the current size does not accommodate the kind of programs preferred by the public. An improved stage area will allow the fair to attract top performing artists, which will benefit the 5,700 4-H members. For example, the 4-H Junior Leaders will benefit financially from the increased concession sales, Howard added. The admission will continue to be free, and the larger stage will also allow the fair to accommodate the performers involved in activities not directly related to the fair. “For the Elkhart County Fair to

Library offers CDs to patrons The following CD-ROMs are available for loan from the Nappanee Public Library, through cooperation with the Indiana Visual and Audio Network. Only titles are listed—for further information, check the list available at the adult services desk of the library. A.D.A.M. The Inside Story, Alien Logic, Animal Safari, Art Explorer, Berenstain Bears Get in a Fight, Cinemania 96, Daring to Fly: From Icarus to the Red Baron, First Emporer of China, If Monks Had Macs, Jeopardy, National Geographic: Our Earth, Prescription Drugs, Relentless: Twinsen’s Adventure, Smithsonian’s America and Ultimate Frank Lloyd Wright: America’s Architect.

Early Bird Chirp... Nappanee Early Bird Kiwanis met Wednesday, August 20, at Ron’s Bakery & Restaurant. Barb Meister won the 50/50 raffle. Past Lt Gov. Bill Little, and the club president, Ron Meistdr, inducted anew member, Mike Carl, whom members feel will be a great asset to the club. Mike has already joined in some projects. The Early Birds had an interclub to Bremen August 19, with members Barb Dawson, Dave Berger, Barb Meister and Ron Meister attending. The guests included Barb Reiser and Frank Alan. Frank is publisher for the Nappanee, Bremen, Bourbon and Knox newspapers. He spoke to the group about running a weekly paper, and input needed from the community. He also spoke about improvements to be made. Nappanee II Early Bird Kiwanis meets each Wednesday, at 6:30a.m., at Ron’s. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Ron Meister, 773-2179.

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maintain its reputation as one of the best fairs in the state and nation, it is important to maintain the facilities for the public to enjoy,” Riegsecker said. “So I am glad this request was approved.” Elkhart County realized approximately $7-9 million in revenues from fair and non-fair activities in 1996. These dollars purchased goods and services from Elkhart County businesses, Riegsecker noted. Monies for the project will come from the 1997 Build Indiana Fund, which goes to local capital projects, and is supported by Hoosier Lottery Profits. In addition to cooperating with the State Budget Agency in preparing a biennial state budget bill and giving final approval to capital projects funding' the State Budget Committee serves as a fiscal liaison between the legislative and

Kiwanibull... Frank Alan, publisher for the Nappanee, Bremen, Bourbon and Knox newspapers, was the guest speaker at Monday’s meeting of the Nappanee Noon Kiwanis Club. Dave Bush spoke at last week’s meeting, on antique stores. He talked about the importance of the stores to the vitality of the community. Chic Ohta was also a Monday guest. She is a three-year veterinary student from Tokyo, and has been staying with Will and Bobbie Wilson while here. She is also doing a one-month program in agriculture, sponsored by Purdue University. Noon Kiwanis meet each Monday, at Dal-Mar Banquet Hall, 159 E. Lincoln St.

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Girls State delegates give reports The Nappanee American Legion Auxiliary Unit 154 met at the Post, August 11, with members hearing a report from Girls State, held in June, by the two Goshen girls who represented the local unit. Two North Wood girls had'been chosen, but could not go, so the two alternates chosen by the Goshen Auxiliary replaced them, and appreciated the week’s activities. Chaplain June Stouder and Unit President Betty Slagle held a memorial service for Katie Maust, a 26-year member who died recently. Members will miss Katie, who was always ready to help when asked. The First Brethren Church Women have donated seven lap robes to Chaplain June Stouder, to send to the Indiana Veterans Home. The unit wishes to thank the ladies—the robes are very much appreciated. Members voted to work toward Mothers Day as a deadline to have their cookbook ready, instead of Christmas. Any member who hasn’t sent her recipes in still has time. Mail them to the auxiliary at the American Legion Post address.

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