Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 121, Number 26, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 July 1998 — Page 4

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Years ago... Town Board conducts business

(Note —Information for the 10075 and 50-years ago segments has been researched and posted by Mary Knobel. The Advance-News staff wishes to thank her for her contribution to the column) 100 YEARS AGO JUNE 29, 1898 At the meeting of the town board, the clerk was instructed to write the B&O officials regarding the duties of watchman at the Main Street crossing; whether the com-

StarTrak—list astronomical events during July

by Hal Kibbey Indiana University & IU Astronomers During the first half of July, Mercury will be visible above the west-northwestern horizon about 45-60 minutes after sunset. The bright star Regulus will be a marker for the small planet, appearing to Mercury’s upper left (west) and drawing closer each day. By the time Mercury reaches its greatest height above the horizon on July 16, it will already be fading, compared to its brightness early in the month, and immediately it will start back down toward the western horizon. Mercury’s visibility will depend a great deal on the observer’s latitude—the farther south, the better. Seen from the Southern Hemisphere, this will be a superb appearance of Mercury, since the planet will remain high and visible at dusk all month long. Seen from 40 degrees north latitude (Indianapolis, for example), Mercury will appear much lower, and it will never be in a fully dark sky. Farther north than that, binoculars may be needed to locate the planet in the evening twilight. Jupiter will be the first planet to rise during July, coming up in the east around midnight local daylight saving time early in the month, and about two hours earlier—shortly after the end of evening twilight—by month’s end. Jupiter will need another hour or two to get above horizon obstructions and haze. The best time to view Jupiter, especially with a telescope, will be when it is high in the south, just before the start of morning twilight. By the time morning twilight begins, Jupiter will be the leader in an arc of three planets extending from south to east-northeast. Second in line will be dinner Saturn, high in the southeastern sky. The third planet in the curve will be Venus, shining brightly much Crime Stoppers... This week’s Crime of the Week comes from the files of the South Bend Police Department. On November 8, 1992, police responded to 1215 E. Dubail Street, to investigate a shooting. They found the front door closed, but unlocked. Dead on the living room floor was 38-year-old Henry Lee James. He had been shot once in the head, with his own gun. James appears to have been shot while he slept, and the house was ransacked, with little missing. There were, no signs of forced entry to the home. Investigators need your help to conclude this case. If you know who killed Henry Lee James, and call Crime Stoppers this week, you could receive a reward of up to $ 1,000, if your information leads to the arrest or indictment of the suspect involved. Bea Crime Stopper. In Indiana and Michigan, call toll free, 1-800-342-STOP. You will be given a code number, and Crime Stoppers won’t ask your name. Crime Stoppers does not have Caller ID. Crime Stoppers...it works!

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pany is to observe the requirements of that crossing or have a general utility man and the crossing incidental to other work. The clerk was instructed to purchase certain tools that the employees at the water-works could do their own plumbing. Prices on iron approaches to the crosswalks were obtained, but the board concluded to continue to use plank. The clerk was ordered to buy wood of Coppes Bros. & Zook at $1.50 a cord—four-foot wood.

farther down in the east-northeast. From July 1-4, Venus will be close to the upper left (north) of the bright star Aldebaran. The crescent moon will pass below Venus on July 21. Mars will finally begin to reappear in the east-northeast toward the end of the month, about 45 minutes before sunrise, to the lower left (north) of Venus. It will be fairly close to Venus, but extremely faint in comparison to its brilliant companion. Binoculars may be needed to locate pale orange Mars in the glow of predawn twilight. STAR TRIANGLES. Two huge triangles formed by bright stars are the best features of the summer sky every year. The famous Summer Triangle will be led across the sky each night from east to west by Vega in the center, followed by Deneb to the northeast and Altair to the southeast. Vega is part of the constellation Lyra; Deneb is the brightest star in the constellation Cygnus, and Altair is the main attraction of the constellation Aquila. The other triangle is even larger, formed by the bright orange stars Arcturus and Antares and the brilliant white star Spica. Arcturus will be high in the southwest iff the constellation Bootes; Spica low in the southwest in the constellation Virgo, and Antares low in the south at the heart of the constellation Scorpius. EARTH AND SUN. Earth will be at its farthest distance from the sun for 1998 on July 3 at 7p.m. CDT (midnight Universal Time). This will be about three million miles farther than the closest point January 4, a change of only about three percent. The tilt of Earth on its axis has a much greater effect on the seasons than Earth’s distance from the sun at any time of the year. MOON QUARTERS. The moon will be at first quarter on July 1, full on July 9, at third quarter on July 16, new on July 23, and at first quarter again on July 31. Green honored at Smith College Seventy-nine Smith College students have been elected associate members of Sigma Xi, a national honorary organization recognizing excellence in science. The students include Elizabeth Greene, Nappanee, a biological sciences. Kiwanibull... The Nappanee Noon Kiwanis Club meets each Tuesday, at Dal Mar Banquet Hall, 159 E. Lincoln St. There will be a board meeting, July 6, noon, at Country Cottage. All board members are asked to be present. The July 7 program will be presented by Barney Beer, president of the Elkhart County 4-H Fair for this summer. Denny Yoder, of the Bremen Club, presented the June 23 programs He is a past Indiana State Kiwanis Governor, and is currently in charge of the Riley Hospital program. He talked about how Kiwanians help with this program.

A singular accident occurred last Friday near Gravelton, in which Frank Kring was run over by a hand-car on which a number of men were riding. The wheels passed over his legs and one arm, and, strange to say, only a small bone in the wrist was broken. It seems there were two cars, but running at a good speed. Kring was on the one in front. In some way, when he made a move to relocate a dinner pail setting on the car, he fell off. Before he could get away from the track, the hindmost car ran over him. 75 YEARS AGO JUNE 29, 1923 A detailed report of the receipts and expenditures of the Goodfellows committee last winter shows that the committee is to be commended for the good work they did during the spell of severe cold weather, as our citizens who contributed so generously toward the fund. Several families in which sickness and distressing circumstances had arisen were amply provided for, and necessities were also sent to homes where the need was not so urgent, but nevertheless very welcome. A large amount of good clothing was given and many school children who were scantily clad were provided with suitable and sufficient clothing. Shively Bros, call attention to the Thor electric washers. This is one of the standard makes of Washers and Messrs. Shively will be pleased to demonstrate them to anyone interested in purchasing a washing machine. 50 YEARS AGO JULY 1, 1948 Dedication services at the First Brethren Church on Sunday brought to Nappanee people of the church denomination from not only Nappanee and vicinity, but many were here from Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Kansas and Pennsylvania. All were pleased with the new church. The officers wish to take this opportunity to thank everyone that in any way has helped with this project, either in a financial way or by donning of labor. About 1,500 people attended the several church services during

" Dr. Andy" Anglemeyer practices in the town of Milford where he serves the area HHHHRABfIVHHHH as a family physician as well as an obstetrician. Dr. Anglemeyer welcomed anew member to his medical practice in 1997 - Nurse Practitioner Kerry Bartley. Asa nurse practitioner, Kerry diagnoses and treats il'nesses and injuries. She is nationally certified, prescribes medication and counsels patients regarding healthy lifestyles. New patients are welcome at: r A cilnL/iyIVV [. 111 RrSl VI Bl AnGLEMEYERd.o. ■pafflßiHM FAMILY PRACTICED OBSTETRICS Uj|||U|fl|ilUl 301N. HigbeeStreet • Milford, IN 46542 • 219-658-3232 I

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the day.. On Monday evening, the Nappanee Junior Chamber of Commerce held its annual Ladies Nite meeting. The Jaycees with their Jayshees had a buffet dinner at Elkhart’s Christiana Country Club, then danced to the accompaniment of Nappanee’s Three Hits and a Miss. 25 YEARS AGO JUNE 28, 1973 RR3 mail carrier, Hap Hossler, made his last run for the post office this week, after a 32-year mail service career. He has served RR3 residents for 18-1/2 years. New North Wood cheerleaders are Susie Stillson, Cindy Campbell, Sharon Gann, Bebe Guttman, Darla Wyman, Kim Lawmaster and Julie Burkholder. At Evay’s Bargain Center, S. Main Street; Salerno Cookies, 3 pkgs. $1; celery 29 cents a stalk; Weber’s Bread, 20 cents a loaf; Kraft macaroni and cheese, 19 cents. We will be opening this week— Coop’s Root Beer Drive-In, across from Amish Acres. Susan Hartman elected to state Future Homemakers office —she will serve as secretary-treasurer. Norma Geyer began a class in tennis instruction for women last week, at the Stauffer Park courts. Comment & Opinion The staff of the Nappanee Advance-News welcomes • the viewpoints of readers on its editorial page. Publication of any letter will be at the discretion of the edi-tor-letters containing personal attacks on individuals, libelous statements, or profanity, will not be published. Editing will be held to a minimum, and will not alter the intent of the letter. Please include your name, address and telephone number, so that your letter may be verified. Publication of name is required.

TO HONOR THE FUG IS TO LOVE WHAT IT REPRESENTS As we all know, a flag is only a large piece of material responding to the breeze from atop a flagpole, and printed or sewn with a colorful and distinctive design. Nevertheless, it signifies the country in which it waves, along with all the history and heroic sacrifice that are inherent in the design. Whether we are traveling in a foreign land or at home watching a parade, we should show our love and respect for that banner. Moreover, we should proudly display it, according to the rules, on national holidays and special occasions. As soon as our children are old enough to understand anything, they should he taught the reason for this feeling of pride in the flag of our nation; not for what it is, but for the God-given freedom it represents. The things that the flag stands for were created by the experiences of a great people. Woodrow Wilson

Quick response

TO THE ADVANCE-NEWS: We would like to express our thank you to the Nappanee Police Department and EMTs and to radio dispatcher Don Truex. for their quick response on June 16, when our father and husband was hurt seriously. It is nice to know we are in good hands. Thanks again.

Mona Schmucker Tony & Laurie Schmucker Nate & Michelle Schmucker RECYCLE Recycling one aluminum can saves the energy equivalent of half of that can full of g^spliqe.