Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 45, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 5 November 1997 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance New* Wednesday, November 5,1997

Commission receives $ 7 900 Preservation Education Grant

More than SIB,OOO in grants was recently awarded to historic preservation and education projects in nine Indiana communities. Projects range from a workshop on restoring Victorian homes in South Bend to a slide presentation on the historic trails and landmarks of the Indiana Wabash River region. The Historic Preservation Education Grants were awarded jointly by the Indiana Humanities Council and the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. “The buildings that line our city streets and country roads have stories to be told,” said Humanities Council President Barbara Weaver Smith. “These grants provide funding for printed material, tours and workshops that help people

Four arrested for possession of controlled substance

Nappanee Police Officers arrested four men last week on chaiges of possession of controlled substances. Among those arrested were two local men, Joshua Borkholder, 18, 13269 N 700 W, Nappanee, and Eugene Bontrager, 18, 13286 N 700 W, Nappanee. The duo were arrested October 27 after officers were called to Arby’s Restaurant on a complaint of the subjects being intoxicated. Officers were able to obtain a vehicle description and learned that the individuals might be smoking marijuana. The suspect vehicle was located in the Ace Hardware parking lot and found occupied by Joshua Borkholder and Eugene Bontrager. A brief investigation resulted in the officers discovering that neither of the subjects was licensed. Borkholder admitted to having marijuana in the car and revealed a small quantity of the substance. Both subjects were arrested for possession of marijuana. Bontrager and Borkholder were processed at the NPD and transported to the Elkhart County Security Center in Jieu of a SI,OOO bond. 'OcJpber3.i;tfb otfetfmen were arrested on similar charges following a joint investigation between the Elkhart County Drug Task Force and the Nappanee Police Department. Jason Monelongo, 23, Rochester, and Douglas Spencer, 36, Bremen, were taken into custody in the 1000 block of East Lincoln Street. Officers observed Douglas Spencer and Jason Montelongo in possession of a controlled substance. The men were arrested and taken to the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department where they were held on bond. OWI October 31, the Nappanee Communications received a report of a possible intoxicated driver at the drive-thru of Burger King. Ptl. Brook Germann observed the vehicle, a red and white Ford pickup truck traveling west on Market Street. The vehicle crossed the center line on several occasions. A stop was initiated and in a brief investigation Germann determined that the driver had been drinking. The driver, Michael Watkins,

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learn the stories of historic buildings in their communities.” The Indiana Humanities Council, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities, offers grants for public programs and projects focusing on history, literature, and diversity. Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, one of the largest statewide preservation groups in the United States, helps individuals, businesses, non-profit groups and government agencies research, restore, and protect historic structures. Among the grants was a $1,885.00 to the Nappanee Historic Preservation Commission, to be used for a walking tour brochure of

44, 307 West Walnut Street, Nappanee, was transported from the Nappanee Police Department where a chemical test was performed. Watkins tested .21% BAC and was subsequently arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Upon checking his driving record it was determined that the suspect had a prior conviction of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, making this offense a felony. Watkins was transported to the Elkhart Country Jail where he was held on a $3,000 bond. The following day a second man was arrested on the same chaiges. November 1, while responding to an alarm at an area business, a silver 1988 Chevy Berretta was observed running a red light at the intersection of SR 19 and CRS2. Reserve Ptl. Troy Sterling pulled the vehicle over as Officer Matt Tice responded to the alarm call. After clearing from the alarm call, Tice rejoined Sterling. Tlie officers discovered that the driver of the Berretta, Scott A. Dozier, 27, 30484 CR26, Elkhart, had been drinking. Dozier was asked to exit the vehicle and perform field sobriety tests,all of, which ,he failed. Afterward Dozier was transported to the NPD and given a breathalyzer test which he failed with a BAC of .14%. Scott Dozier was arrested for operating while intoxicated and given a ticket for suspended license/infraction. Following the filing of the paperwork he was transported to the Elkhart County Security Center with a SI,OOO bond.

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Nappanee’s historic downtown area. Because of its well-known Amish heritage, Nappanee has developed a thriving tourist industry, and successfully retained the character of its early architecture, downtown and neighborhoods.

Recognize 4-H leaders Elkhart County’s 4-H adult volunteer leaders were recognized Thursday evening, October 30, at Greencroft Center, Goshen. This was the 51st year of continuous sponsorship by the Elkhart County Farm Bureau, Inc., North Central Co-Op (formerly the Elkhart County Co-Op), and the Elkhart County Farm Bureau Credit Union. The Elkhart County 4-H Adult Leader officers recognized 4-H leaders through the presentation of pins and certificates, and also received 4-H planning calendars. This was the 17th year for three adult leader’s awards based on tenure and involvement in the many aspects of the 4-H program. Recipient of the Clover Award (13 years of leadership) was Linda Blum. Mike and Mary Ann Lienhart-Cross, Elkhart, were awarded the Gold Clover Award, for nine years of leadership, and the Career Award (12 years or more of leadership) was presented to Ginny Nichols, Goshen, for 16 years of service. Larry Hurst and Donna Rummel, both of Nappanee, and Bemis Martin, Goshen, earned the Adult Leader Service Awards, presented for loyal and dedicated service to the Elkhart County 4-H Program. Leaders volunteer their time to help young people, grades 3-12, to “Make the Best Better,” according to the 4-H motto. Rendering a tremendous community service, 4H leaders hold regular meetings for youth in their area, attend county leader’s meetings, work with 4-H members on an individual basis, and help with fair preparations, etc. The banquet is plahhed to thank these community volunteers for their time and effort, in helping to develop the leaders of tomorrow.

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PRESENT PLAY—The North Wood's Drama Department will present the play “You Can't Take It With You," November 14-16, in the high school auditorium. See related article for details. Tickets are available through the

NWHS drama students present popular comedy

The North Wood High School Drama Department will present its fall production, “You Can’t Take It With You,” Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 14-16, in the high school auditorium. There is no more popular comedy in American theatre than this zany satire, written in 1936, in the middle of the Depression. Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman’s play has maintained its vigor through more than 60 years. Although times have changed since 1936, when Grandpa Vanderhof, the wise old man of the comedy’s family, says he doesn’t pay income tax because he doesn’t believe in it, he is still cheered on; and when he prays to the Man Upstairs to let everyone “just go along and be happy in our own sort of way,” we say “Amen” to that.

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high school's main office, Nappanee Public Library, or at the door prior to performances. Pictured from left: Eric Espinoza, Ryan Woodle and Rachael Hill. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

Along with Grandpa’s witty role, one can appreciate the humorous eccentricities of the rest of the characters: the scatterbrained Penny, who gave up painting to write plays when a typewriter was accidentally delivered to the house; the adorable Essie, who fancies herself a great ballerina during every waking moment; the energetic Ed, who plays the xylophone as “well” as Essie dances; Mr. DePinna, the delivery man who delivered ice to the Vanderhof home eight years ago and never left, and Mr. Kolenkhov, instructor who boisterously voices his political opinions. This cast, filled with such delightful personalities, is sure to please any audience. Cast members include Angela

Hattery, Rachael Hill, Kristy Miller, Josh Hawn, Matt Shrock, Eric Espinoza, Ben Lechlitner, Zeb Metzler, Jana Johnson, Eric Hibbs, Matt Traub, Ryan Woodle, Jennifer Dye, Matt Yoder, Heather Baughman, Don Cramer, Shawn Persing, Adam Blosser and Tami Hawks. The production is directed by Rob Slagle, Julia Bauer and Steve Phillips, with Rebecca Hoover student director. Doors to the auditorium will open at 7p.m. Friday and Saturday, with curtain at 7:30p.m. The Sunday matinee vriH find doors opening at 2p.m., with curtain at 2:30p.m. Tickets are available at North Wood High School’s main office, at Nappanee Public Library, or at the door the days of production, if still available.