Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 121, Number 13, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 April 1998 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, April 1, 1998

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March 23, 4:10 —Audrey Denman, 1701 Northwood Drive, apartment 2, Nappanee, transported from Elkhart General due to chest pain. March 24, 12:42a.m.—AnnaSue Schmucker, 1398 E 450 N. Rochester, transported from 8297 W 1050 N, Nappanee, to Kosciusko County due to trouble breathing. March 26, 8:21a.m. —Robert

NCT celebrates 40 years with murder mystery

On the advent of this 40th anniversary year for the Nappanee Civic Theatre, the premiere showcase for 1998 promises to be a riotous and intriguing adventure for both the audience and the cast. Over the weekends of April 2425, and May 1-2, the Pavilion Players will be presenting the “Boardwalk Melody Hour Murders.” The event will feature an all-you-can-eat spaghetti supper, and the doors will open at 6:30p.m.. Approximate curtain time for the performances to begin is 7p.m.. The show’s atmosphere features a setting in the spring of 1932, and is designed to take on the appearance of the Imperial Ballroom in Atlantic City. The dinner guests will be watching the workings of a live radio broadcast, which is hosted by Sammy “Pretty Boy" Bambino (Don Jefferies). But what is supposed to be a night of standard presentation soon becomes riddled with an eclectic cast of characters, all of whom carry some degree of meddling and mischief. There’s Queenie “Mad Woman” Malone (Angela Jefferies), a penitentiary matron who is trying to track down escaped prison dweller and shady call girl, Bunny “Babes” Beringer (Andrea Duesler). As the criminal activities begin to mount, the investigation gets underway with the help of Guido Grimaldi (Nik Havert). who is

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Moore, Akron, transported from Gulf Stream to Elkhart General due to seizure. March 29, 12:21a.m.—Jimmy L. Huff, 27193 Tecumseh Drive, Nappanee, transported from the parking lot at PJ's Sports Bar to Elkhart General due to full arrest. March 29 —Mike Parker, 155 West Randolf. Nappanee, refused treatment and transport from his residence following trouble breathing.

assuming a ruse in nun’s clothing. Sophie Davenport (Travis Watson) circles the ballroom as a waitress wjio is nasty in more ways than one, while a befuddled silent screen star. Ruby Devine (Amy Wenger), is attempting to launch a disastrous singing career. Trixie Callahan Bambino (Mandy Havert), as Sammy’s dimwitted wife, also finds herself caught up in the mysterious events, and the appearance of Gloria “Baby Cakes” Rodriguez (Jeanine Klotz) also complicates the predicament. Before the night is over, the preferred crime of the unknown culprit consists of eliminating certain members of the cast. While the mayhem unfolds, the audience will have opportunities to unravel the mystery through a series of clues, plus the chance to question the remaining suspects. The storyline has enough plot twists and comic angles to keep everyone guessing until he closing moments. The series of shows comes about through the direction of Jesse Pressler, and will be presented at the West Park Pavilion, 500 North Nappanee Street. Ticket prices are $lO for adults, and $8 for seniors, and reservations must be made prior to arrival, so that proper arrangements can be planned .for the evening meal. Those reservations can be made by contacting the pavilion, 773-3412.

Sheriff's Department seeks help The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department is continuing its investigation of the vehicle crash that took the life of sixteen-year-old Jessica Crouch, November 17, 1997, at 3:25p.m„ on CRS, south of Jamie St., north of Elkhart. The department is asking that anyone who might have witnessed this crash, observed the crash vehicles prior to the crash, or assisted at the scene after the crash, to contact the sheriff’s department, 219-533-8644, or 219-533-4151, and speak with Sgt. Michael Beasey or Captaii. Michael Books.

Court news... The following cases were handled through the Nappanee City Court. David Widmoyer is the judge. William Hall, charged with operator never licensed, paid total fine and costs of $225.50. Christine RookSj, charged with driving while license is suspended infraction, paid total fine and costs of $100.50. Jeremy Herford, charged with driving while license is suspended infraction, paid total fine and costs of $85.50. Eric Hibbs, charged with failure to display lights, paid total fine and costs of $80.50; and disregarding stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $5. Jason Coffman, charged with speeding 61mph in a 45mph, paid total fine and costs of $91.50; and speeding 64mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $94.50. Viola Esparza, charged with speeding child restraint violation, paid total fine and costs of $100; and expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $5. Joseph Roberts, charged with expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $80.50; and failure to use seatbelt, paid total fine and costs of $25. Craig Hoffer, resisting law enforcement, paid total fine and costs $325.50. Michael Pierce, charged with disregard stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Donald Siedl, charged with no operator’s license, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Shelly Lopez, charged with failure to use seatbelt, paid total fine and costs of $25. Kevin Taylor, charged with disregarding stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Dustin Cavinder, charged with speeding 70mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $90.50.

Sayre charged with OWI

Elkhart resident Carey L. Sayre, 32, 3130 Pleasant Plain Avenue, was arrested March 29, on charges of operating while intoxicated. On that date, at approximately midnight, reserve officer Troy Sterling notified Ptl. Matt Tice about a possible drunk driver. Officer Tice followed behind Ptl. Sterling and the suspect vehicle until the car turned into a driveway. Sterling left the scene while Tice watched the vehicle from a remote location. The driver never left the vehicle. A short time later he began to drive away. Officer Tice immediately got behind the vehicle and the driver tried to turn into the Ford dealership at SR 19 and CRISO. The vehicle was pulled over and the driver was interviewed. Officer Tice determined that Sayre was intoxicated. The suspect was transported to the Elkhart County Security Center with a SIOOO bond.

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SPRING PERFORMANCE—'Look What We Can Do!' is. the theme for the' Nappanee Elementary School Spring Sing, held . March 31, at North Wood.. High School. Kindergarten, T--1, first, second and third graders from the elementary-. presented the musical revue written by Teresa Jennings The students were directed by music teacher Amy Berger. This unique spring sing featured the many talents of individuals and groups working together to bring the--audience everything fromElvis impersonators to pianosolos, jump roping to tumbling, and much comic relief. ■ Pictured at top: BrookHoover looks on as Mrs. Amy • Berger tunes her violin before her rehearsal performance, • Bottom: Second graders;practice their version of T.j Rex in the Neighborhood. (AN photos by Merrie - Chapman)

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