Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 123, Number 22, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 31 May 2000 — Page 4

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, May 31, 2000

Years Ago... Meat markets open Sunday

120 YEARS AGO MAY 27, 1880 The wheat receipts at the elevator average about 400 bushels per day. Not bad for this time of year. The people of our town should see at once that there is some means provided to extinguish fires, should we be visited by such calamity. The buildings are all built of wood material and in the dry season, we would have no means to prevent its flames from spreading. Do not delay! Hartman Bros, ad: parasols, 10 cents. Also fans laden with arctic birds. 100 YEARS AGO MAY 23, 1900 The meat markets will be open on Sunday mornings, beginning May 27th, from 6:30 to 8:30. These two hours on Sunday mornings are given for the accommodation of the public, many people having no ice boxes in which to preserve meats. People should be careful and get around at the right time. Through the efforts of Messrs. J.D. Coppes and Wm. Woodbury, who first circulated a petition among the citizens for a fire bell, the old iron concern bought a few weeks ago has been returned, and a new metal bell costing $Bl will take its place. The new bell will be tested tomorrow noon, Thursday, May 24. MAY 30, 1900 The 3rd annual commencement of the Nappanee High School took place at the auditorium Friday night. The class of twelve appeared on stage, together with Professors Baer and Basye, and the school board. The scene was indeed on of inspiration to Nappanee people, as they recalled the progress of the town, its schools and its people in general. The salutatory was given by Miss Myrtle Coppes in a clear tone of voice, scarcely known to the usually timid high school graduate. Mr. Chester Wisler delivered the

MILLER AUCTION Located 1 mile north of downtown Nappanee, Ind. on SR 19 to Woodview Dr. (CR 52), then 4 blocks east at 456 E. Woodview Dr. Monday, June 5,2000 STARTING AT 11:00 A.M. PIANO, APPLIANCES, FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD, COLLECTIBLES, ANTIQUES & MISC. Astin Weight walnut veneer Spinet piano & bench; nice Crosley 20 cu. ft. chest-type freezer; Roper white automatic washer; nice late model Crosley auto, dehumidifier; nice electric Radiant portable heater; Weber barbecue grill; 4 pc. Haywood-Wakefield blond set incl. 2 step tables, coffee table & small bookcase cupboard; round pecan wood grain pedestal dining room table w/2 leaves & 4 matching ladder-back chairs; set of 4 plank-bottom rung back antique chairs; painted oak drop leaf oval table; very nice overstuffed Early American 3-cushion sofa w/navy crimson & earth tone leaves; (2) nice overstuffed reddish occasional chairs; matching open front hutch sideboard cupboard (for the round dining room table) in pecan w/Earty American pulls; doverteaf wood grain end table & other misc. wood tables; nice oak institutional antique oak wood grain double sided desk; numerous hand painted chocolate pots, water pitchers, plates, saucers, cups & dishes; pressed glass sherbets, dishes, candy dishes, bowls, etc.; approx. 85 pcs. of green Jenkins sandwich glass Depression Era glassware w/various pieces; cast iron base wood school desk; 4-drawer steel file cabinet; Siebert old child's tricycle; pressed front sideboard, buffet w/mirror, painted; cast iron #66 double-top laundry stove; poker table; misc. card tables & chairs; circa 1940 s wooden rocking horse; 1940 s maple high chair w/tray; ok) red reflector Deitz railroad lantern; old primitive kitchen utensils, matchbox, egg scales, slaw cutters, muffin tins, scoops, scrub boards, etc.; Bentwood fern stand; (2) small children’s plankbottom rung back chairs; approx. 16” tall while granite coffee pot (nice); numerous canning jars & freezer boxes; cast iron skillets; cast iron muffin tins; square skillets; misc. old pictures & frames; misc. advertising lighters; large dovetailed old wooden coffee grinder; Pfaltzgraff 8-place ironstone china setting; Hall's Jewel Tea large bowl; Hairs moss rose teapot; green Depression glass; large granite canner; sled; doubletrees; singletrees; old barrel; misc. coolers; misc. Tonka toys; rug beaters; Coleman lanterns; various golf dubs; Ige. amt. of Christmas items; misc. yard benches; old wagon wheel; mHk cans; boiler garden plow; other misc. small items. LAWN TRACTOR - MISCELLANEOUS Like new MTD Yard Machine riding lawn tractor w/12 hp, 38” cut, 5-speed mow and go; Toro rear bag push mower; garden hose reeler; electric chain saw; weedeater fishline trimmer; small wheelbarrow; anti-sway system and toter; misc. shovels, rakes & other garden tools; 12' extension ladder base; Craftsman gas powered leaf blower; Schwinn Mesa Runner, like new men’s bicycle, 10-speed; Nordic Track exerciser & exercise bicycle; misc. hand tools. Terms: Cash or check w/proper ID. Not responsible for accidents. Any announcements made day of sale take precedence over printed matter. Ray E. & Velma J. Miller, Owners (219) 773-3030 HAHN AUCTION SERVICE Roger Hahn Office (219) 7714184 AC39800021 phj|Hahn IN Lie. # AU01001277 Nappanee, IN IN Lie. # AUQ1012967

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valedictory, a student of high attainment because of a studious disposition and close application to school work. 75 YEARS AGO MAY 28, 1925 The mercury took a drop of 50 degrees here on Saturday evening. Maximum temperature on Saturday was 86, the minimum 36. At 10a.m. Monday, the thermometer stood at 50. Tomato and bean crops were killed and com fields and vineyards damaged extensively by a frost which descended upon Indiana Sunday night. Nearly every government weather bureau station in the state recorded temperatures below freezing early Monday. At Wakarusa, the fruit trees, garden truck and strawberries suffered greatly. Truckers and mint growers on the muck land around Gravelton were hard hit by the high winds as well as the heavy frost. From 1500 to 2900 acres planted in mint and onions were damaged severely. At times the wind was so strong last week that muck was blown 200 feet into the air. JUNE 4, 1925 The following reunions are booked at Nappanee Community Park for June: 4 —Hochstettler, 6 —Berry, 7—Peters, 10—Albin and Salsby, 11—Bleile, 13— Micheal, 19—Ringenberger, 14— Heckaman.

Thanks for support TO THE ADVANCE NEWS: The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary would like to extend a big Thank-You to the people of the community for supporting Poppy Days on May 5 and 6. Donations for the Poppy Fund are used to benefit American Veterans and their families. A special Thank-you to Mayor Thompson, June Stouder, Norma Mitchelen, Isabelle Deardorff and Marge Jensen. Also we wish to Thank the following establishments: Chiphone FCU, Bank One, Country Table and Lee Dallas. The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary

50 YEARS AGO MAY 25, 1950 Jack and Bob Templeton have purchased the Shell Service Station at the southeast comer of Market and Clark Streets. Jack will operate the station, having sold his bread route and Bob will assist there will continuing to operate his own bread route. The Templetons are well known and have a host of friends that are glad to see them go into business for themselves. JUNE 1, 1950 Dr. R.A. Fleetwood purchased the building formerly used by the Nappanee Dairy and has remodeled it into a modem medical office. The new location is in a residential area where there is plenty of parking space for patients. Many farmers of the communit were guests of the Kiwanis Club at a dinner meeting held Monday, May 29th, at the First Brethren Church. The Melodaires, a boys’ quartet, sang several numbers. Members of the quartet are Vance George, Gene Johnson, Jerry Lentz and Forrest Dunnuck. (Note —Information for the 120100 and 75-years ago segments has been researched and posted by Margaret England. The AdvanceNews staff wishes to thank her for her contribution to the column)

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Will your bones live as long as you do? Osteoporosis threatens 28 million American men and women, causing their bones to deteriorate and weaken. The scary part is, the disease can develop unnoticed over many years - so the time to prevent it is now. Include an abundance of calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol use. And perform weight-bearing exercises like walking, jogging or dancing, every day. To learn more, call 1-800-824-BONES, visit www.aaos.org, or visit www.nof.org. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons National Osteoporosis Foundation We keep you well connected. Fighting Osteoporosis & Promoting Bone Health.

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FAMILY EXTENDED—Four generations of the Arthur and Annabelle Evans family gather for a photo during a recent family gathering. From left: Arthur Evans, who retired from Bendix in 1980, after 32 years of service; his son, Jim Evans, who is self-emplopyed;

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 editor —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.

Arthur's grandson, Courtney Evans, who is employed by the sheriff's department in LaPorte, and his great-grandson, Jacob Evans, who is six years old and ready to start school this fall, in LaPorte. (Photo provided)

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