The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 27, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 July 1983 — Page 13

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jL iJr .1 W1 /'. F AT FAIR JULY 27 - Anyone who doesn’t believe in miracles doesn’t know the Jeannie C. Riley story. She is more than a country singer she seeks to reach the hearts and souls of those who listen as well as their ears. She will he at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair on Wednesday evening. July 27. at 7:30 p.m. with Rex Allen, Jr. “Harper Valley PTA” may have taken her to the top of the music world but it was her faith that took her to the mountain-top of her life. It was her husband. Mickey, who took the big step and took her to Nashville where she made the rounds on music row with a tape of her singing. Her big break was “Harper Valley PTA”. It was a song so powerful that the one record catapulted Jeannie C. Riley, a 22-year-old secretary to immediate fame. Recently. Mrs. Riley, has released both a new album and a book. The book, titled “From Harper Valley To The Mountaintop” is her autobiography and tells her life story in detail. The album, which carries the same name, carries gospel songs and uplifting country songs. It is an album filled with hope and good music.

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Rabbit from fair attraction inspires children's book

By GAIL WIDMOYER In 1971, the former Libby Webster of Goshen acquired a rabbit from Young MacDonald’s Farm at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair which opens this week end in Goshen. Chances of survival for the “frail, partially wild rabbit” weren’t good, but Libby took the bunny, named him Goliath to inspire him to grow, nursed him to health and when she left home after college to start her own family, the rabbit weighed nearly 20 pounds. The story of his growth and many adventures during his first year of life inspired Libby’s mother, Mrs. Ray (Georgia) Webster, a former Kale Island/Lake Wawasee resident, to write a storybook about the rabbit. With the help of Mrs. Ed (Marie) Eichenberger of Goshen, the book, entitled “And Goliath Grew,” will be published and ready for sale in the near future. “We had a pet and I decided to write a story about him because he was unusual,” explained the retired art teacher. “I wrote the book for our family originally, and of course 1 couldn’t resist drawing with it,” she continued. Mrs. Webster made copies of her book for family members and after encouragement from them, she decided to submit the book for publication. But because the book was written in the first person ahd needed some editing, her attempts at publication were turned down. Besides writing and drawing, Georgia also directs the choir at the First Presbyterian Church in Goshen which is where* she met

up with Marie who is secretary for the English department at Goshen College and is herself a writer. “We were talking one day and I told Marie I had written a book. She and Ed are animal lovers too, so she asked if she could see a copy of the book,” Georgia said. “After she read it, she said, ’Georgia, would you mind if I edited it?’ ” “I was delighted because Marie is so skillful, and when she asked me if I wanted to publish the book, we started rolling,” continued the author. The Story The book, a non-violent story good for third and fourth grade children, “affects the reader’s view on life,” commented the

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PUBLISHING DECISIONS — Marie Eichenberger, standing, and Georgia Webster have been combining their efforts, Marie as an editor and writer and Georgia as an artist and writer, to produce a children’s book which is hoped to be available to the public near fair time. Mrs. Webster wrote the story of a pet rabbit, Goliath, her daughter, Libby, acquired in 1971 from Young MacDonald’s Farm at the Elkhart County Fair. Being a retired art teacher. Georgia also is responsible for drawings which accompany the story while Marie edited the book for publication. (Photo by Gail Widmoyer)

Parade race deadlines July 22

The Elkhart County 4-H Fair Parade 5,000, a 5K race, will take place on Sunday, July 24, prior to the the Elkhart County 4-H Fair Parade. Check-in will be between 11:30 a.m. and end promptly at 12:30 p.m. Check-in packets must be obtained between these times at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgounds. Runners will be bused to the starting line. Awards will include shirts to all entrants with trophies given to

Power Pull scheduled for youth

The third annual Pedal Power Pull will be held on Thursday, July 28, at the Elkhart County Fair. The event is being sponsored by Salem Bank and Trust Co. Sanctioned by the National Association of Pedal Power Pullers, officials from the organization will make all decisions on judging rules and results. The NAPPP reserves the right to limit the number of entries per class. Parents must register each participant and sign a liability release form. Entrants will ride only tractors and pull skids supplied by NAPPP. The first and second puller in each class will be asked to repull if the weights or course

editor. “It has lively energy and the family in the story personifies the rabbit’s antics.” While Marie can see universal themes in the children's book, Georgia’s intentions in writing the story were honest. “It’s for real. I mention the neighbors and describe the setting to give it a sense of reality,” continued Mrs. Webster. The Goshen resident is obviously pleased with her accomplishment, but not because of personal gain. “I believe if people could love each other the way they do animals, we’d all be better off.” If all goes well, the book will be available for distribution in the Goshen area close to fair time.

the top male and female runners. Special awards and ribbons will be presented to the top 10 finishers in each age division. The age categories in the men’s division are: up to 12,13-18,19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60 and up. In the female division the categories are: up to 12, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 4044, 45-59, and 50 and up. The five kilometer race will be run along the Elkhart County Fair Parade route lined with

are altered. When the chain clears the ground, the pull will end. Pulls can be restarted if a foot slips off its pedal. No standing up, hooking feet under Educational programs The Home and Family Arts Building will again be the site of educational programs beginning on Monday, July 25, at 1 and 3 p.m. and run through Friday, July 29. The programs will be: Dairy Foods The Real Thing, “ by Diana L. Cook, county home economist on Monday, July 25; ’’Fitness 44 by Marie Yoder, exercise instructor from Middlebury, on Tuesday, July 26; and ’’Soft Sculpture 41 by Paulette Brouillette of Meredith’s Sewing Corner of Goshen, on Wednesday, July 27. Also ’’Stained Glass, 44 by Rev. Spencer Gentle of First Church of the Brethren church, on Thursday, July 28; and ’’String Quilting 44 by Mary Ann Lienhart-Cross, extension agent home economist on Friday, July 29.

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x ....w HERE NEXT WEDNESDAY — Rex Allen, Jr., will be at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair with Jeannie C. Riley, Wednesday, July 27. at 7:30 p.m.. patterned himself after his favorite singer. Hoyt Axton, and formed a trio in the early 19605. After a struggle in his recording career, or lack of it, Rex Allen, Jr., was ready to quit. He signed with Warner Brothers and his string of hits began with “The Great Mail Robbery.” “Goodbye,” “Another Goodbye Song,” his first 2 and one-half years with Warner Brothers were the best before a slump came in his recording career. After Allen and his wife Judy, wrote a song, “Can You Hear Those Pioneers,” and it lay unreleased for nearly a year. The Allens took a copy of the master to the West Coast, added the “Sons Os The Pioneers” and Rex Allen. Sr., on vocal back up and a career record went top ten nationally. What followed was a string of top 10 records after signing with The Williarti Morris Agency and Norro Wilson. Such records as “Teardrops In My Heart,” “Two Less Lonely People,” “Solitaire.” “Don’t Say Goodbye,” “Lonely Street,” “No, No, No,” “With Love,” “It’s Over,” “Drink It Down Lady,” and others soon followed. It was after 200 days on the road that “Oklahoma Rose,” and “Cat’s In The Cradle,” albums were born. During the 1980 s “Cup Os Tea” was released with Margo Smith and then the big break. Beginning in September 1981 Allen is one of the permanent hosts of on all new Nashville on the Road with Sue Powell, Jim Stafford and Golly Dang. The Wonder Chimp.

thousands of spectators. There will be splits given at one and two kilometers with two water stations. Door prizes will be given from random drawings. Full race results will be available at all First National Bank locations and Athletic Annex locations in Goshen and Elkhart. The field is limited to the first 300 entries and the entry deadline is July 22. There will be no race day entries.

pedals, or backing up and jerking skid chains will be allowed. The tractor leaving the track boundary or an end of forward motion will end the pull. Registraion will be between 2-3 p.m. by Young MacDonald’s Farm. Youngsters ages five to 10 may participate. Youngsters ages 5-6 will pull between 3-4 p.m., 7-8 puling from 4-5 p.m. and 9-10 from 5-6 p.m.

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Charlie Daniels band at fair on July 23

In March 1983, The Charlie Daniels Band presented its 14th album, “Windows,” preceded by the single “Still in Saigon,” a tribute to Viet Nam veterans. The band will be at the Elkhart Fair on Saturday, July 23, at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. in paid grandstand shows. The Charlie Daniels Band’s every increasing popularity is evidenced by its record sales. Before signing with Epic, the band first hit paydirt with the 900,000 plus selling sing “Uneasy Rider” from the “Honey In The Rock” album. A total of three CDB albums have now been certified gold, and two of them, “Fire On The Mountain,” and “Full Moon,” have exceeded the million sales mark. “Million Mile Reflections,” is double platinum. In the past few years, the CDB yjj FT F • / /r FANS KEEP GROWING — The ranks of Ricky Skaggs fans keep growing as he will appear at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair on Monday. July 25, at 7:30 p.m. At the age of 28, Skaggs is recognized as a unique talent by both his peer and his admirers and has become one of country music’s fastest comers. Within his first 1 and one-half years on Epic, be produced a best-selling and critically-ac-claimed debut LP, “Waitin’ For The Sun To Shine.” His first single off the album, “Don’t Get Above Your Raising,” reached 16 on the national country charts. His second. “You May See Me Walking.” went to nine and the next two, “Crying My Heart Out Over You,” and “I Don’t Care,” became number one hits in time. It was an unexpected triumph for Skaggs, confirming his belief that there is yet room for traditional country and bluegrass flavorings in the contemporary scene. He was born in the backwoods of Cordell. Kentucky. At the age of five he performed with Flatt and Scruggs. In 1977 be joined Emmylou Harris’s Hot Band. His second album, “Highways And Heartaches,” confirms his artistic promise. The /album relies strongly on original new material. Cuts range from the downhome swing romp of Guy Clark’s “Heartbroke” to the soul-searching stirring shimmer of songs like “Nothing Can Hurt You,” “You’ve Got A Lover,” and “I Wouldn’t Change You If I Could.” Skaggs received a total of five separate nominations in the 1982 Country Music Association Awards balloting, including the prestigious “Male Vocalist Os The Year.” and “Entertainer Os The Year.”

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has walked away with dozens of contemporary music awards including: A Grammy Award; four country music association awards; and two academy of Country Music Awards “Touring Band Os The Year . ” In eight years, the DCB’s annual Volunteer Jam has gradually grown from a local musical get-together into a one-of-a-kind national event. Volunteer Jam, traditional hosted in January, is the CDB’s homecoming concert in the Volunteer State. Performing guests at recent editions of this star studded event at Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium have included everyone from Ted Nugent, Bill Joel, Quarterflash, the Allman Brothers and George Thorogood to Willie Nelson, the Oak Ridge Boys, Roy Acuff and Crystal Gayle. Not to mention Jimmy C.. Newman, Carl Perkins, Duane Eddy, Link Wray, Rufas Thomas, The Marshall Tucker Band or the

3rd year Fair hosts Sire Stakes

This will be the third year for the Elkhart County 4-H Fair to host the Indiana Sire Stakes three-year-old trotter and pacer race. This year is also the third year the event will be held at a county fair in the state. Joe Blocker, speed superintendent for the fair board, stated post time for the Indiana Sire Stakes race will be at 12 ndon with pre-race ting at 11:42 a.m. with the North Wood Marching Band and Susan (Hepler) Yoder participating. Blocker commented the Indiana Sire Stakes is the featured event with Monday being the four-year-old and free for all races. The races will have a minimum $1,200 purse for each event. > Daily Events On Saturday, July 23, the events will be the Indiana Sire Stake, three-year-old pace, three-year-old trot; and pace nonwinners of $5,000 in 1983, Elkhart County owned.

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Monday post time will be at 1:30 p.m. with the pace nonwinners of $2,500 Indiana owned, four-year-old and A. E. Pace (Indiana Trotting and Pacing Horse Association Stake); four-year-old and A. E. Trot (ITPHA Stake); Pace, free for all (Indiana Owned). Tuesday’s post time will be 1:30 p.m. with the two-year-old colt pace (ITPHA Stake); two-year-old filly pace (ITPHA Stake); two-year-old trot (ITPHA Stake); pace non-winners of SIO,OOO, Indiana owned. On Wednesday the post time is 1:30 p.m. with the three year-old pace, colts and geldings (ITPHA Stake); Cricket Reel Memorial Pace, three-year-old fillies and mares (ITPHA Stake); three-year-old trot (ITPHA Stake); and pace non-winners of SSOO. Indiana owned. United States Trotting Association and Indiana Trotting and Pacing Horse Association rules will govern.

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