Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 44, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 29 October 1997 — Page 2
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Nappanee Advance New* Wednesday, October 29,1997
Library challenges children to shut off TV
What accounts for more of a child’s time than any other activity except sleeping? If ydh answered watching TV, you are correct In fact by the time they graduate from high school, most children will have spent more time watching television than in the classroom. If you are an average American,
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October 20,8:17a.m. —Maijorie Tumball, LuAnn Nursing Home, Nappanee, transported from her home to St Joseph Medical Center, Mishawaka, for medical purposes. October 21, 9:09p.m. —Ruth Freet, LuAnn Nursing Home, transported from her home to Elkhart General Hospital following a fall. October 22, 10:22a.m.—Taylor Clark, 24400 US6 West, Nappanee, transported from her home to Goshen General after passing out October 23, 4:o3p.m.—Richard Walters, Osceola, transported from Dr. Borger’s Office, SR 19 N Nappanee, to Elkhart General due
Shares real story of changing leaf color
by Jeff Burbrink Extension Educator Elkhart County Every fall, trees in the area undergo a spectacular change of color. Indian legends claim that celestial hunters had killed a great bear, its blood dripping red on the forest leaves and the yellow fat spattering out of a kettle as the hunters cooked the meat. In our modem day, many people believe the change of colors is caused by frost. The change of color from green to various hues of red, yellow and orange is actually a chemical process which takes place in the leaf and tree in preparation for winter. Frost hak little or-’nbthing to do with the changing process. Many of our trees are already changing before October 10, even though we have not had a frost yet. During the spring and summer, green leaves manufacture food for die tree. The green color is due to small deposits of chlorophyll in the leaf cells. In the fall, when growth ceases, the chlorophyll breaks down chemically. Whatever food remains in the leaf is transported to the body of the tree for storage. The remaining structures in the leaf are often yellow, which accounts for the predominant colors we see in the fall. Chemical combinations with other substances in the leaf can lead to some of the other colors we see. The brilliant red of sumac and sweet gum and the red-brown of the oaks is enhanced by the extra sugars in the leaf that simply do not get transferred back to the tree. While all this activity is going on, some other preparations for winter are progressing. Anew layer of cells forms where the leaf attaches to the twig. These cells severe the connection between the tree and the leaf, and seal the wound in the process. Eventually, the leaf is blown off, or falls by its own weight, leaving a scar on the twig. The length of time it takes for this process to occur varies between species. Walnuts, for WWII photos on display at\Varsaw In keeping with the observance of Veteran’s Day, a collection of WWn photos, taken by Kosciusko County native Donald Harman (1916-1975), will be on display at the Old Jail Museum in Warsaw, beginning October 31. Drafted in 1943, Hannan did his basic training in Alabama and shipped out on die .Queen Mary for England. Stationed mainly in the Bacarian provinces of Germany, he was the unofficial photographer for his unit, with his photos showing actual combat action and the liberated Dachau concentration camp. Parental guidance is advised, as some of the photos could be disturbing. The photographs are from the collection of his daughters, Charlotte Siegfried, Milford, and Carolyn Beigh, Claypooi. Three is no admission charge at the museum, located at 121 N. Indiana, Warsaw, however donations are appreciated. Call 219-269-1078, for further information.
by the time you reach 75 you will have spent 13 years in front of the TV set Do children and adults benefit from watching TV for such an extended period of time? Are they missing out on other beneficial activities like reading, talking with each other, playing games, or getting involved in community
NAPPANEE AMBULANCE CALLS
illness. October 24, 8:01a.m. —Rob Shaw, 958 East John Street transported from Hair Dimensions to Elkhart General following a seizure. October 24, 8:38a.m. —Taylor Adcock, 69528 CRI, Nappanee, transported from her home to Elkhart General following a seizure. October 24, B:oßp.m.—Jamey McPheeters, 708 Northside Blvd, transported from the 200 block of East Market Street, to Elkhart General due to to laceration. October 26, 5:20p.m. —Kip Chamberlin, 357 East Centennial Street transported from his home to Bremen Community for medical purposes.
instance, began losing their leaves several weeks ago, while some of the oaks will retain their dead leaves for much of the winter. For hardwood trees, the shedding of leaves is protection from winter snow and ice. In contrast, the evergreens are better adapted to handle winter precipitation because their needles and scales will not collect snow well. Evergreens do not have a definite time of the year when needles drop off the tree, but the careful observer will have noted that many local evergreens are currently dropping some of their older needles: Although fallen leaves on our Uwn are viewed as somewhat of a nuisance, they can be viewed as a useful asset. A$ leaves decompose, the valuable nutrients can be recycled into the soil. Burning leaves converts these valuable nutrients into gases, losing them from your property, and potentially affecting the health and welfare of people around you. Composting is one way to recapture these nutrients. Many people feel that composting is difficult. Purdue publishes a publication on composting that explains the process in simple terms, including an easy composting recipe. To get a copy, send a selfaddressed, stamped, business-size envelope to Composting, c/o Elkhart County Extension Office, 17746-E CR34, Goshen, IN. 46528.
Offer free testing In recognition of National Diabetes Month, Elkhart General Hospital will offer free blood sugar screenings, Monday, November 3, 2:30-7p.m., in classrooms one and two on the first flow of the hospital. Approximately 16 million people have diabetes, but only about half of them have been diagnosed with the disease. Federally endorsed guidelines suggest that all adults be tested for diabetes by age 45, to try to catph the disease before it begins its destruction. The sooner diabetes is detected, the greater the chance to retard its progression and development of complications. When someone has diabetes, a hormone needed to regulate blood sugar, insulin, is either produced in amounts too little to help, or is not used appropriately by the body’s tissues. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness, loss of limbs, kidney disease, heart disease and strokes—all of which are preventable through early diagnosis and education. Elkhart General Hospital has been involved with diabetes education and management for more than 20 yean with daily courses, individual assessments, special lectures and small groups throughout the year. For more information, call the Diabetes Education Department at EGH, 219-523-3435.
activities? Find out during Children’s Book Week, November 17-23. Take the “No TV for a Week” challenge at the Nappanee Public Library. The library will help minimize “TV Withdrawal Syndrome” through several special events including a Kick Off Party with Refreshments, Game Night, Make a Book Night and Survival Celebrations. Register at each event for a “Book...the other Channel” t-shirt. All entries are then eligible for the “Family Night Out” grand prize drawing that includes dinner for six at Mancino’s Restaurant and tickets to the Nappanee Civic Theatre’s presentation of .“A Christmas Carol.” Families who have participated in a “No TV Week” are often amazed at how much time they have to pursue other interests and hobbies. Quality family interaction and conversation increase and many continue to limit their TV viewing.
Two arrested for public intoxication/resisting arrest
Linda M. Comer, 36, and Jarett Oliver Fisher, both of Nappanee were arrested last week on charges of public intoxication and resisting arrest. Shortly after 11p.m., on October 22, the NPD received a call from PJ.’s Sports Bar stating that they had an intoxicated female who was refusing to leave the bar. Upon arriving at the scene Officers Matt Tice, Terry Chanley and Nik Havert asked the female to leave. Their request was not honored. The female suspect was identi-
Court news... The following cases were handled in the Nappanee city court. David Widmoyer is the judge. Ronald Strieby, charged with speeding 73mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $93.50. Vernon Reinhardt, charged with speeding 66mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $96.50. Paul Yoder, charged with speeding 53mph in a 30mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $98.50. 1 SteVe Messer, charged with speeding 62mph in a 35mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $102.50. Gary Jr. Hughes, chaiged with speeding 45mph in a 35mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $85.50. Teresa Shapland, charged with disregarding stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. John Koch, charged with failure to yield, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Andrew Robinson, charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $575.50. Jerimy Camer, charged with expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Kyle Lemler, charged with speeding 57mph in a 40mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $92.50. David Staker, charged with speeding 53mph in a 35mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $93.50. William Muir, charged with speeding 73mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $93.50.
Christmas musical set at Wagon Wheel A number of area children and returning theatre veterans soon will begin rehearsals for the Ramada Wagon Wheel Theatre’s production of “Annie Warbucks,” a musical comedy that promises to delight both young and old. The show is set as the annual holiday production at the theatre, with performances scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, December 5-21. Tickets are available at the theatre office for $18.50 each ($lO for children ages 11-under), by calling 219-267-8041. Group rates are also available. Lindsay Clark, Wabash, a sixth grade student at Wabash Middle School, will play the role of Annie, everyone’s favorite redhead orphan, who found a home with millionaire Oliver Warbucks in the original Broadway smash “Annie.” Other area children will be involved with the production, as well as several alumni from the theatre’s 1997 season. Performances of Annie Warbucks are scheduled for Bp.m. Fridays and Saturdays, with matinees at 2p.m. Saturday, December 13 and Sundays, December 7-14-21. For more information, call the theatre.
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STORYHOUR—Audrey Birch is hostess for the Storyhour program sponsored each week at the Nappanee Public Library. Preschoolers through kindergarten aged children are invited to visit the library each
fied as Linda M. Comer, 306 Northside Manor, Nappanee. As Officer Matt Tice warned Comer to be quiet and leave the bar she began to argue with him. At that time Tice placed Comer under arrest and attempted to handcuff her. The suspect began to fight the officer and swear. Officers Tice and Chanley subdued Mrs. Comer and then handcuffed her. She was transported to the Nappanee Police Department for initial paperwork. Upon arrival at the NPD Comer was uncooperative. ' Linda Comer was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. She was transported to the Elkhart County Security Center with a bond set at $2,000. Comer is due
Old soldier outwits two gullible people An old soldier outwits two very gullible people in “Jack Hannaford,” 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 oht or the options oh the information line, 773-7920. The story changes on Monday each week to give a maximum number of children a chance to hear a tale before it changes.
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Tuesday from 1-1:45p.m., or Wednesdays ci from 10-10:45p.m., to participate in Storyhour Program. (AN photo by Merrie.y Chapman)
to appear in Nappanee City Court this evening (Wednesday), 5p.m.. Jarett Fisher, 308 N. Locke Street, was arrested October 20, at 1:45a.m., at the comer of Market and Terrace Streets. Ptl. John
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Elliott and Terry Chanley were the ,n arresting officers. Fisher was transported to the • Elkhart County Sheriff’s > Department and held on a $1,500 ilo bond. ‘•I