Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 121, Number 44, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 4 November 1998 — Page 4

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, November 25, 1998

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60TH ANNIVERSARY—The Nappanee High School Class of 1938 celebrated the 60th anniversary of its graduation, Saturday, September 12, with a reunion held at Dal Mar Catering Hall, Nappanee. Max Bigler was the speaker. Front, from left, Wilma Myers Hartzell, Joy Pippen Johnson, Christine Frederick Stine, Eloise Miller Hochstetler, Dean Geyer, Glennis Gingerich Brecheisen and Betty McCorkle Esenwein. Second row, Doris

Years ago... Uline worker thrown from horse

(Note —Information for the 1 GO--75 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 NOVEMBER 2, 1898 “Billy” Whitmer, the wellknown and industrious young man who has for a long time handled the team for the Uline Manufacturing Company, was badly injured last Friday by being thrown from one of the horses. It was his custom to ride one of the horses to water them at the factory building at 7 o’clock each morning. On this occasion, not knowing of his presence, the engineer began to blow off the steam to clean the boilers. The horses were so badly frightened that Mr. Whitmer was unhorsed and struck with his back across a log. He has since been confined to his bed. To preserve the proper order in the school building, it has been found best not to admit pupils to the building before 8:30 in the morning and 12:55 in the afternoon. Parents are requested to see to it that their children do not start to school before these times. By hearty cooperation with teachers, parents can do much to advance the best interests of their children. There seems to be an epidemic of suicides, if such a thing is possible —and many here have come to the belief that such is true. Robert Crook, a Baugo Township farmer, hung himself at his farm last Saturday. 75 YEARS AGO NOVEMBER 1, 1923 In opening and conducting the new theater on W. Market Street, Nappanee, it is with the positive assurance that it will at all times be run on business principles and looking to serve the people with real service. The running through of six or more reels of pictures, no matter how well done, or how good the pictures, does not constitute service. It will be our constant endeavor to not only show satisfactory clean pictures, but to try to make you feel from the time you first enter that you are our guests and entitled to our best consideration. We invite you under this pledge. Adv. The Boice Amusement Co. The Hartman Grocery will have a demonstration of Richeliew Coffee on Saturday, November 3. The local post of the American Legion continues to perfect its plans for the observance of Armistice Day here on Monday, November 11. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Legion will serve dinner to the veterans of the World War and members of the G.A.R. immediately following the services in the auditorium. 50 YEARS AGO OCTOBER 28, 1948 “How much will the proposed full-time county health department cost me?” is the question voters will be asking before voting on the county health referendum, November 2. If the health department is voted in, Elkhart County taxpayers will be spending around six or seven cents for each $ 100 of assessed valuation. This will raise $2 per capita, which is generally

Davidhizar Mattern, Geraldine Stouder Fink, Ruth Gwin Heemstra, Pauline Miller Otto, Donnaballe Farrington Unger and Martha Chamberlin Berger. Back, Edgar Burkey, Richard Cain, Roy Bean, Wayne Miller, Charles Holderman, Earl Michael, Lowell Hotter and Mary Osborne Perry. The next reunion will take place in the year 2000. (Photo provided)

accepted as the minimum to give the citizens a full-time health department with sufficient personnel to maintain an adequate program. “Retired workers and their wives, who are entitled to Old-Age and Survivors Insurance, average on a national basis $39.60 per month in benefits under the program,” the Elkhart Field Office of the Social Security Administration announced today. As of June. 1948 benefits were being paid to 1,341 persons in Elkhart County and 479 persons in Kosciusko County. 25 YEARS AGO NOVEMBER 1, 1973 McKees injured in two-car crash Friday. Listed in good condi-

Huge success

TO THE ADVANCE-NEWS: Over 400 persons got a good look at the Workplace 2000 Expo, Tuesday, October 27, at North Wood High School. Over 50 businesses and six educational institutions presented the newest in technology, workplace and learning opportunities in the Wa-Nce community. Highlights of the evening included an introduction to the revolutionary iMac from Apple, a workout on exercise machines at the Wa-Nee Continuing Education booth, a surf on the Internet at the library booth, information on Internet access and computer products, and even a chance to pet a python, courtesy of the Nappanee Veterinary Hospital. Wa-Nee Community Schools extends appreciation to all the participants who made the Expo a success:’ Ist Source Bank, Adventures Unlimited, Amish Acres, Ancilla College, Bell Industries/Apple Computers, Bethel College, Chiphonc Federal Credit Union, City of Nappanee, City of Nappanee Emergency Services, Circle of Care, Elkhart County Lifetime Learning, Fairmont Homes, Farm Bureau Credit Union, Goshen College, Greenhouse Computers, Gulfstream Coach, Hart Housing, Health Care Personnel, J&N Stone, Key Bank, Kindig & Sloat, Lake City Bank. Lycro Products, Maple Tronics, Martin’s Super Market, McCormick Motors, McDonald’s Corporation, Miller’s Merry Manor, Dennis K. Mishler, CPA, Monaco Coach, Nappanee/Wakarusa Libraries, Nappanee Veterinary Hospital, New Paris Telephone, Northeast Indiana Carpenters JATC, North Wood Captain’s Club, Northwood Family Dentistry, Northwood Physicians, Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center of Northern Indiana, Productivity Point, Purdue University, Reith-Rohrer-Ehret

PUT THE BRAKES ON BREAKS! Outside hose connections on the side of your home need to have the garden hose disconnected before freezing temperatures set Plumbing, in. Failing to disconnect hose can cause freeze heatings breakage to wall hydrant requiring a costly service a«Cono pan f or replacing hydrant next spring. PC810425 A reminder from: Yoder & Stutzman, Inc Stop Bvi 800 SNapfaiwcSt, Nafpaiwe. Calli (219) 778-7012

tion at Elkhart General Hospital. Don, Betty, Sue all receive injuries. Cindy Adams is North Wood High School Homecoming Queen. NIPSCO serviceman, Clyde Witt, presented gold watch for 25 years of service to company. Robert and Ruth Heckathorn celebrate silver wedding anniversary. Pat Bolt opens “Patricia’s,” ladies clothing store, at 110 E. Market St. Brent Hughes is North Wood “Player of the Week. Gains 93 yards in 15 carries, scores TD and two-point conversion

Funeral Home. Salem Insurance, Schrock Homes, Schwartz Electric, Star Staffing Services, Travel Supreme, Utilimastcr Corporation. Wakarusa Medical Clinic, Wa-Nce Administrators & Directors. Wa-Nce Adult Education. Wa-Nee Education Association, WLRX and Xccl Computer Services. This event was sponsored by the Wa-Nee Community Schools, with help from: Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce. Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce, Nappanee/Wakarusa Public Libraries. Elkhart County Lifetime Learning Center and Goshen College. Committee members were Jerry Lelle, Wa-Nee Supt.; Lois Meissner, Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce; Paul Koepke, Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce; Linda Yoder, Nappanee Public Library Director; Louis Bonacorsi, North Wood High School Principal; Jim Snider, NWHS; Wayne Klotz, Wa-Nee Community Schools; Linda Hartman, Wakarusa Public Library; Joe Sabo, Wa-Nee Community Schools Asst. Supt.; Kathy Pivonka. Elkhart County Lifetime Learning Center; Sue Freymillcr, Nappanee PublicLibrary and Janice Cunningham, Goshen College. Thousands of dollars in prizes were given away at the conclusion of the evening. The top prize—a Win9B computer donated by Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa Chamber of Commerce and Wakarusa Medical Clinic—was won by Bill Mills, Nappanee. Committee members were pleased with response to the event, and look forward to expanding the program even more during the next Workplace Expo in the year 2000. Sincerely, Jerry Lelle, Wa-Nee Supt. Linda Yoder Library Director

Concerns of police survivors When someone you love Becomes a memory, The memory Becomes a treasure. Ahthor Unknown. Submitted by: Mr. John Elliott In honor of: Mrs. Lee (Nine) Grimme Mrs. Jill (Hochstetler) Sweet Memory of 10 years ago KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY’ SGT. BRANT A. NINE "BUTCH" Even though it's been 10 years, . We still remember and pass the tears. My life has been touched Because we have walked a special walk together. Because you matter to me. Because we are friends. Because you have given us courage. Because we care. And we love you. Author: Pat McKay. Submitted by The John Elliott Family.

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MAKE DONATION—The Nappanee Rotary Club made a monetary contribution to the local Open Door during the October 21 meeting. Open Door President Henry Whelan (left) accepted the check from Rotary Treasurer Paul Dougherty. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

Disappointed

TO THE ADVANCE-NEWS: It was a great day when Nappanee and the surrounding area had Martin’s Super Market move to our city. Now they have begun a remodeling program that promises to offer more choices and a larger stock. The managerial staff, checkers and service clerks do a great job. However, the remodeling will give the public more than groceries. Martin’s has applied for a wine and beer license, much to my disappointment. As I pick up the newspaper every evening, I often find articles where intoxicating

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drinks consumed by teens or adults have daused serious accidents and even death. To make it available in more places, and especially grocery stores, will only add to this constant tragedy. I have expressed my disappointment to the local store management and written to the home office. I urge you to do the same. Here is the address of the home office: Robert E. Bartels, president, Martin Super Market, Main Office. 760 W. Cotter St., P.O. Box 2709, South Bend, IN. 46680. Sincerely, Marvin Engbrecht Nappanee