Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 127, Number 41, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 7 October 2004 — Page 11

Scrapbooking Club Bring your favorite summer memories to the next Make-a-Memory Club on Saturday, Oct. 16. The club meets the third Saturday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. at the library. Those who register as members of the club receive a membership packet full of goodies from local vendors when they make an annual suggested donation of $lO. Membership entitles participants to the use of the library’s color copier, laminator, sticker maker, and dye cut machine for "cropping" during monthly meetings and coupons to various local scrapbook suppliers. Intro to Computers If you’re interested in learning or updating your knowledge of the ever-changing world of computer applications, The Wa-Nee Community Education Program has a class for you! Introduction to Computers will meet at the Nappanee Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 21, from 6 to 9 pirn. Students will get started by learning to identify hardware components and how to purchase a new computer system. Cost is $25, which does not include the price of the textbook. Students may sign out the book for the class, or purchase it for continued reference after class. Seniors Classes If you’re a senior citizen interested in learning new skills in a friendly hands-on environment with your peers, the Wa-Nee Community Education Program has a class for you! An Ivy Tech instructor will conduct two Computer Basics II classes at the library. The courses will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 18 through Nov. 17. Choose either 9to 11 a.m. or a 1 to 3 p.m. session. A continuation of Computer Basics I, the course will explore the elements of a Window, basic mouse techniques, customizing the Windows desktop and system settings, and file management. Those interested in documenting their family tree can sign up for Genealogy on Computers, which will be held at the library each Friday, Oct. 1 - 22. Choose either 9 to 11 a.m. or a 1 to 3 p.m. session. Students will explore some of the major websites that can aid in tracing family histories.

On the evening of Sept. 25, Nappanee Police Officer Josh Hamer initiated a traffic stop on an Isuzu SUV for a headlight violation. During the traffic stop, it was learned that the vehicle had a false registration and that the driver, Anthony Dryer, 29, of 22538 US 6, New Paris, had a suspended driver’s license through Michigan. A wrecker was called to impound Dryer’s vehicle. During a pre-impound vehicle inventory, a large amount of a green leafy substance was found in Dryer’s vehicle. This substance later field tested positive to be marijuana. Dryer was placed under arrest without incident for possession of marijuana. He was transported to the police station for initial paperwork, and then later to the Elkhart County Detention Facility where he was held on a S3OOO bond to await a probable cause hearing. On Sept. 25, at approximately 11:25 p.m., the Nappanee Police Department was called to a loud music complaint at 1200 N. Main St., Apt. 306. Upon officer’s arrival, investigation revealed that there were seven individuals in the apartment, five of which were 18 but less than 21, and one juvenile, who were consuming alcohol. Further investigation revealed certain individuals to be in possession of a green plant-like substance which fieldtested presumptive positive for marijuana.

Court Report

Angela N. Barch, 20, Osceola, Ark., failure to use seat belt, $25 Michael A. Privett, 31, Warsaw, driving with license suspended, prior, $161.50 Wilbur L. Yoder, 32, Rochester, failure to use seat belt, $25 Joshua M. Bartley, 16, Goshen, probationary license violation, $96.50 Ryan D. Becker, 27, Winona Lake, f/f registration, $91.50 Bonnie L. Bordas, 51, Syracuse, seatbelt violation, $25 Douglas D. Cook, 26, Bristol, driving with license suspended - infraction, $109.50 Charlene R. Diaz, 23, Elkhart, possession of paraphernalia, $136.50 Robert A. Jordan, 59, South Holland, 111., expired license plate, $94.00 Shawn A. Minglin, 26, Warsaw, speeding, $125.50 Chad D. Peachey, 19, Wakarusa, speeding, $108.50 Timothy L. Rice, 37, Nappanee, speeding, $105.50 Scott A. Barrett, 37, Wakarusa, failure to use seat belt, $25 Robert H. Beard, 48, Kimmell, failure to use seat belt, $25 Fredrick A. Buck, 24, Merrillville, failure to use seat belt, $25 Alfreda Castillo, 32, child restraint violation, $25 Michael L. Chlebowski, 29, Rolling Prairie, speeding, $103.50 Michael L. Chlebowski, 29, Rolling Prairie, failure to use seat belt, $25 Kelly J. Gark, 33, Walkerton, failure to use seat belt, $25 Darrell W. Dunlap, Jr., 65, South Bend, speeding, $107.50 Dan He, 25, Indianapolis, speeding, $106.50 Janneth E. Linville, 27, Nappanee, failure to use seat belt, $25 Randall T. Mast, 18, Nappanee, speeding, $115.50 Gabriel Muntean, 27, Westland, Mich., no operating license, $236.50 Israel Rodriguez, 33, Nappanee, child restraint violation (under 4), $25 Laura A. Rohn, 19, Nappanee, speeding, $102.50 Allan D. Rosales, 32, Plymouth, failure to use seat belt/front seat passenger, $25 Elizabeth L. Anglemyer, 44, Nappanee, failure to use seat belt/front seat passenger, $25 Brandy E. Barrett, 23, Elkhart, driving with license suspended-infraction, $136.50 Omer K. Hochstetler, 31, Middlebury, failure to use seat belt, $25 Chad K. Momingstar, 26, Nappanee, operating a vehicle while impaired/open container, $661.50 Emalee E. Snyder, 21, Albion, speeding, $100.50 Jillian E. Maust, 26, Goshen, failure to register, $91.50 Richard E. McEnterfer, 82, failure to stop for school bus arm, $136.50 Jason M. Odell, 24, Elkhart, no motorcycle license end, $lO Jason M. Odell, 24, Elkhart, speeding, $101.50 Timothy M. Stauffer, 19, New Paris, speeding, $101.50 Boyd A. Taylor, 33, Nappanee, driving with license suspended-infraction, $136.50 •

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Ivy Tech is offering qualified senior citizens an opportunity to enroll in these courses for “free.” To become a Senior Scholar, an individual must be 1) an Indiana resident; 2) at least 60 years of age; 3) a highschool graduate or GED recipient; 3) retired from his or her primary vocation; and 4) not employed full time. Although tuition is free, students are responsible for books and supplies as required for the course, and a onetime S3O per-semester technology fee, regardless of the number of courses taken in the semester. Golden Matinee A colony of giant murderous ants bent on destroying humanity attacks in this big bug movie at the next NPL Golden Matinee at the library. Guess the title of this classic sci-fi film, and you’ll be eligible to win free tickets to the Nappanee Theater. Entries will be taken until show time at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21. Enjoy free popcorn and soft drinks while watching this classic on the big screen. Each month on the third Thursday, a different movie classic will be shown at the library. Book Page The October issue of ABookPage@ is now available at the library. Filled with timely articles about new books on the shelf, this Free monthly publication gives reviews and inside information about authors, publishers and industry trends. This month’s issue is brimming with a potpourri of topics from reviews on books about hobbies, history, and science fiction to comics, memoirs, and Shakespeare. October’s cover story introduces popular suspense novelist, Jonathan Kellerman’s, wife Faye in an interview about their new venture into joint-authorship. As you prepare to cast your vote, check out the “Politics” column for plenty of reading on hot election issues. Kids can learn about the political process, too, in a new book about the first woman to run for president. Flip to the Children’s Books section for the review! Interviews this month include Russell Banks, Kinky Friedman, Emma Donoghue, Mark Teague, and Nancy Farmer. For more information on any of the above items, call (574) 773-7919 or go to www.nappanee.lib.in.us.

Several arrests were made as a result, and the following adults face the included charges: Jacob Simpson, 306 Northside Manor, Nappanee, age 23, maintaining a common nuisance; possession of marijuana; contributing to the delinquency of a minor: Abraham Nowland, 306 Northside Manor, Nappanee, age 18, maintaining a common nuisance; possession of marijuana; possession of paraphernalia; illegal consumption of alcoholic beverage: Tyler Yates, 454 N. Clark St., Nappanee, age 18, possession of marijuana with intent to deliver; visiting a common nuisance; illegal consumption of alcoholic beverage; Casey Norton, 65986 SR 15, Goshen, age 18, visiting a common ouiuace: Garrett Martin, 315 S. Indiana St., Wakarusa, age 18, visiting a common nuisance and illegal consumption of alcoholic beverage; Adam Jenkins, 476 E Woodview Dr., Nappanee, age 18, illegal consumption of alcoholic beverage. Three of the individuals were taken to the Elkhart County Security Center and held on the following bonds: Jacob Simpson $6,000, Abraham Nowland $6,000, and Tyler Yates $4,500. Casey Norton and Garrett Martin were released and were scheduled to appear in Nappanee City Court on Sept. 22 at 5 p.m.

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Compiled by Margaret Englaad-Neff 128 Yean Ago Oct. 9,1884 In Wakarusa apple butter is booming as cider is cheap and plentiful. In Nappanee the citizens are beginning to appreciate graveled streets since die heavy rains. 100 Yews Ago Get. 5,1904 The Presbyterian Church of Nappanee has given a call which was accepted by Rev. Campbell McKay. 73 Yean Ago 6ct. 3,1929 A straw shed raising was held at the home of John Martin northeast of Waky on Friday when 85 men assisted with the work. Mr. Martin and daughter, Nora, served ice cream and cake.

October 7 Betty Stouder Mary Ellen Best Violet Lutes Johnny Dye Edna Nettrour Marie Sisk Kathy George Jaymie Westafer October 8 Cliff Mellinger Fred Jensen Elsie Greenawalt Robert Best Shane Nickerson Don Schalliol Mat Conway Tim Rice October 9 Eugene Newcomer Anne Marie Anderson

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Frances Troyer Willis Myers Lois Glen Myers October 10 Donald Greenawalt Jeff Williams Ben Rose October 11 Jill Metzler Michele Ingle Jeanette Bigler Mable Clouse Doug Chokey Lisa Schmeltz Barbara Miller La Von Kuhn Margaret Van DePutte October 12 Rosemary Yoder Penny Fifer

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50 Years Ago Oct. 7,1954 Nappanee footballers sth straight win crushes Rochester Zebras, starring Ronnie Fields, Rich Wright and A 1 Wilt. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Krou are proud parents of a son bom Thursday morning at Murphy Med Center in Warsaw. Elmer was so proud he wanted all die neighbors to know and put a sign on a take in his front yard “IT’S A BOY!” ** 20 Years Ago Oct. 10,1984 North Wood High School will celebrate homecoming this Friday night, with a football contest against Whitko for the cluster title; queen coronation and banner competition. and a homecoming dance. 10 Years Ago Oct. 5.1994 Members of the Nappanee Common Council voted to close the alley along the east side of the Coppes Building.

Etta Hochstetler Jill Deardorff Oscar Helmuth Edna Yoder Gretchen Hess Leo Games Marc Johnson October 13 Tome Lutes Sarah Yoder Stanley Hollar David Borkholder Sheila Hershberger Hannah Wenger October 14 Earl Miller Frank Reed Alan Hand Ryan Worden

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Nappanee Board of Public Works and Safety Monday, Sept. 27 Niblock Excavating. Bristol, was awarded the 2004 street improvement project for $221,614. Invoice write-offs in the amount of $6974.57 for unpaid ambulance service were approved. The Halloween Trick-or Treat hours of 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 28 were approved. The Nappanee Police Department will host its annual! Harvest Party on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Nappanee Elementary School for children in grades K-5. A change order in the amount of $3,944 for additional services on Reed Street water main work was' approved. A new 2004 Med Tech ambulance was delivered and put into service, Sept. 24. The board accepted a resignation from volunteer Kristy VanDerra from the EMS department.

Wa-Nee School Board of Trustees Thursday. Sept. 30 The official enrollment for WaNee schools increased by 104 students from 2003. This is one of the largest increases in history, according to Superintendent Joe Sabo. When considering those students who attend the Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative and Bashor, Wa-Nee enrollment now totals 3,272. In all the first-grade classes, 300 hundred students are enrolled. According to Sabo, if enrollment increases remained the same through 2008. there may be space issues at the elementary schools and the high school. The middle school is currently in good shape, as 756 students are currently enrolled and the building holds 900 students. At the high school, though, there are already 855 students enrolled with more than 1.000 possible by 2008. Randy Yoder Construction was awarded the contract for the 48-by--48-foot storage addition at Nappanee Elementary School in the amount of $54,000. The board approved the hiring of Linda Miller as substitute bus driver and accepted the resignation of Kipp Barhydt as seventh-grade assistant basketball coach.