Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 121, Number 13, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 April 1998 — Page 7

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: Pantry Plus stores | purchased by Jay

•; Jay Petroleum, Inc., the parent •* company of the Pak-A-Sak convenience store chain of Portland, Indiana, has recently acquired all of the Pantry Plus convenience stores from C&C Oil Company of Huntington. The 13 Pantry Plus stores are located across north-central Indiana, extending to the Illinois border. The purchase boosts Jay Petroleum’s retail convenience store and gasoline operations to 35 „ locations in Indiana and Ohio. Jay v Petroleum will continue to do e business under the name Pantry Plus in the interim period, but has - plans to systematically convert to the Pak-A-Sak name over the next - two years. According to Ron Freeman, president of Jay Petroleum, “This acquisition enables us to compete

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FUNDRAISER—Nancy Denlinger, right, from the Nappanee Spinal Adjusting Center, accepts SIOO, which she won from a ticket purchased recently, to benefit the Marshall County Neighborhood Center. Presenting her with her winnings is Dianne Smith, director for the center. (Photo provided)

iHonors for Century 21

f Century 21, Landmark Realty [ Group, Nappanee office, has [ announced the following awards J recently earned by its staff mem- ! bers. { The Centurion Office Award. To I achieve Centurion status is to earn t one of the most prestigious awards ! presented to a Century 21 office. ! Only a small percentage of offices

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more effectively, as it improves our economies of scale, increases our purchasing power, and provides for increased efficiencies in operations. We have been looking for opportunities to expand more rapidly, and this purchase exposes us to new markets, as well as opens up future acquisition possibilities across northern and central Indiana.” Jay Petroleum, founded in 1959 by current board chairman, Jim Peterson, operated as a traditional petroleum jobber until 1980, when it entered the retail convenience store arena with the introduction of Pak-A-Sak. Future developments will include an expansion of its food service offerings with Taco Bell, Subway and Noble Romans Pizza, as well as a continued emphasis on new store development.

in the System reach this elevated status. Quality Service Pinnacle Award. This award recognizes Century 21 offices that deliver the very best in consistent quality service at the highest level. Top agejits for the Nappanee office include Helen Miller, Shirley Firestone and Sandy Toney, who wish to thank everyone for making 1997 a great year. The local office personnel look forward to serving their customers in 1998.

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Intro to Internet offered monthly Interested in a basic introduction to the Internet? Nappanee Public Library Director Linda Yoder meets the second Monday of every month with those who would like to become familiar with the Internet. The next session will be held Monday, April 13,7p.m. Several ways to search for information on the Internet will be demonstrated.

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GOODBYE WAYSlDE—Regulars and visitors alike crowded through the doors of Wayside Restaurant March 27 to say goodbye to the Nappanee icon. When doors closed last Friday owner Mary Delcamp, turned the key in the lock one final time. Pictured from left: Larry Hochstetler, Ernie Moon, Randy Mikel,

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TOP VENDOR—The Newmar Corporation, Nappanee, an industry leader in recreational vehicle production and design, is pleased to announce that The Dometic Corporation of Elkhart has been named Newmar's ‘Premier Vendor of the Year" for 1997. The award was presented recently at Newmar's. fourth annual vendor awards banquet Over 150 of Newmar's suppliers and vendors were evaluated on quality, deliveries, personnel, product development and design as criteria for ranking the top vendors. The Newmar Corporation manufactures travel trailers, fifth

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Introducing Dr. Chiu Board-eligible pediatrician with 4 years experience Trained at prestigious Marshfield Clinic Father of three Favorite power ranger is Red Has seen Beauty and the Beast 36 times Dr. Michal Chiu has two very important jobs—physician and father. He’s committed to doing both jobs the best he can. Whetner it’s his child or yours, Dr. Chiu provides competent, caring pediatric care that you can rely on at the Goshen Pediatric Clinic. He chose to be a pediatrician because of his love for children and he chose to come to Goshen because of his love for his children. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Chiu and his family to Goshen. For more information on J}r. Chiu, or to schedule an appointment for your child, call the Prime Care Physician Network at 219/535-2600. A Member of Gcwhen Health Syrtcm IfPiIMECARE PHYSICIAN NETWORK

Wayne Anglemeyer, Denny George and Larry Mullet say they are going to miss the restaurant where they spend their daily lunches. Mikel has been a regular there for 26 years, and Denny George and Larry Mullet each 20 years. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman) -

wheels and class A motorhomes with the American Star, Kountry, Star, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Kountry Aire and London Aire brand names. Pictured, from left, Michael O'Connell, vice-president purchasing at Newmar; Art Wyatt, Vice-president OEM division,", Tammy service manager; Frank Clements, regional sales manager, all of Dometic; Virgil Miller, president of Newmar Corporation, and Jerry Bernaert, purchasing, also of Newmar. (Photo provided)

Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, April 1,1998

Indian tale featured as dial-a-story

The vain coyote family tries to get even with the woodpecker family —at great pain to the coyotes —in this Pueblo Indian tale. “The Coyote and the Woodpecker” is 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. The story changes each Monday, to give a maximum number of children the chance to hear a tale before it changes. Rotary report... The speaker at last Wednesday’s meeting of the Nappanee Rotary Club was Randy Yohn, clerk of the circuit court, who talked about election procedures. He was introduced by Paul Teal, program chairman. Guests included Deb Teal, with her husband, Paul; Sandy Jenkins, with her husband, Rick; Rick Keopke, from the Goshen Rotary Club, and Jane Miller, from the Ligonier Rotary Club. District Governor AI Alazraki, Angola, will visit this week, and will be the speaker. John Leavitt announced that he and Tom Slater would accompany several North Wood students to Washington High School, South Bend, for the Rotary District World Affairs Conference. Early Bird Chirp... Nappanee Early Bird Kiwanis met Wednesday, March 25, at Ron’s Bakery & Restaurant. There was an interclub from Warsaw, including former Lt. Gov. Bob Gephart. Joy from Warsaw won the 50/50 raffle. The club sponsored a very successful auction on Monday, March 23. Special thanks to Susan Nunemaker, for all her hard work. The program chairman for Wednesday’s meeting was Ron Meister, who presented “Nappanee’s Own” Max Bigler. Max is known for his inspiring talks and his one-liners. He left all present with a smile and a good feeling in their hearts—-what a great way to start the day! Upcoming events include a golf meeting at Steve’s house, April 1, 7p.m., and the governor’s visit, April 24, at Dewart Lake. '

PRIMECARE PHYSICIAN NETWORK Jack P Clark, M.D Larry D. Allen, M.D. Carol J. Mann, M.D Syracuse Family Medicine Family Practice • Syracuse Alan H. Bierlein, M.D. Family Practice • Bristol Andrew L. Kuhn. M.D Cynthia Y. Bontrager. M.D. Family Practice • Goshen Edward W. Boyts. M.D New Paris Medical Clinic Family Practice • New Paris Brian D King, M.D. Donald R. Ebersole. M D. Family Practice ■ Goshen Henry J Frechen. M D Internal Medicine Goshen David C. Kay. M.D. Internal Medicine Goshen Max R Mertz, M D Family Practice Goshen Ante B Najev, M D Family Practice • Ligonier Dunlap Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine Clinic Goshen • Elkhart Michal Chiu, M.D Kehinde Animashaun. M D Goshen Pediatric Clinic Goshen

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