Vol. 2 No. 9
{AMISH COMMUNIT Y NEWS}
September 22, 2010
Putting Summer in a Jar Apple Pie Filling
Tomato Juice Cocktail
4 quarts apples, sliced 6 cups white sugar 5 heaping tablespoons instant clear jel 3 cups water 1/4 cup lemon juice Mix all ingredients together. Let stand for 10 minutes. Put into jars and coldpack for 20 minutes.
1 peck ripe tomatoes 1 cup vinegar 1 cup Karo syrup 3 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Tie in a bag the following: 2 small onions 1 garlic clove 6 stalks celery, leaves and all Cook tomatoes and put through a food mill. Add vinegar, Karo, salt and pepper.
Submitted by Katherine Byler
Green Tomato Jam
Submitted by Katherine Byler 5 cups green tomatoes, ground 4 cups white sugar 1 box raspberry jello, 6-ounce size Mix together and bring to rolling boil. Boil for 20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add raspberry jello. Stir until dissolved. Can and seal.
Canned Hot Peppers Submitted by Katherine Byler 1 clove garlic for each jar 1 peck hot peppers 28 ounces catsup 2 cups oil 2 cups vinegar 2 cups sugar 2 tablespoons salt Place a clove of garlic in each jar. Clean and slice hot peppers. In a large pot, bring to a boil catsup, oil, vinegar, sugar and salt. Add peppers. Cook until semi-soft, about 10 minutes. Place in jars and seal.
Submitted by Sarah Miller
Add tied bag and cook for 30 minutes or more.
Remove the bag. Pour juice into jars and seal.
(This is a good drink for the winter. I like to add a little hot water to make a warm drink. S.M.)
Hot Pepper Butter Submitted by Barbara Ann Detweiler
42 hot peppers 1 pint yellow mustard 1 quart vinegar 6 cups sugar 1 tablespoon salt 1 cup flour 1 1/2 cups water Grind peppers. Add mustard, vinegar, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil. Make a paste with the flour and water and add to boiling hot pepper mixture. Cook for 5 minutes. (Delicious on hot dogs and hamburgers. B.D.)
Our next issue of Plain Country is Oct. 13. Deadline for story submissions is Friday, Sept. 27. Advertising deadline is Monday, Oct. 11. Please send the information that you’d like to share with Plain Country to P.O. Box 626, Middlefield, OH 44062. You may also call 440-632-0782 or fax to 440-834-8933.
Plain Country
September 22, 2010
In This Issue ...
Birthdays...................................................................02 Bits and Pieces of Yesterday............................... 04 Bookmobile News.................................................07 Books in Review ....................................................07 Children’s Immunization Clinics....................... 02 Classified Form.......................................................08 From Our Schools..................................................07 Greetings from Garrettsville.............................. 06 Greetings from the Plain Community............ 03 Hello from Amish Crossing Corner.................. 06 Hello from Huntsburg..........................................07 Katherine’s Korner.................................................04 Lines by Linda.........................................................06 Mom’s Diary ............................................................05 News from Windsor .............................................07 Obituary ...................................................................02 Parkman Pathways................................................03 Plain Fun...................................................................08 Recipes...............................................................01, 03 Spotlight on Troyer Millworks . ........................ 04 Understanding Horses.........................................06 Wanted ..................................................................... 02
{AMISH COMMUNIT Y NEWS} Publisher: the Fontanelle group inc Editorial Coordinators: Jacquie Foote and Joe & Sarah Miller Staff Writers: Katherine M. Byler, Barbara Ann Detweiler and Donnie Miller Contributing Writers: William Bender, Daniel Fisher, Ellen Hershberger, Rachel Miller and Linda Weaver Mailing Address: P.O. Box 626, Middlefield, OH 44062 Phone: 440-632-0782 • 440-834-8900 • 800-259-5869 • Fax: 440-834-8933 Published Every Three Weeks – Free of Charge Subscriptions are available for $25 per year
Happy Birthday!! Sept. 22 Cindy D. Miller (10) Sept. 22 Esther W. Hershberger (17) Sept. 23 Mrs. (David) Mary Ann Miller (55) Sept. 24 Mrs. (Eli) Martha Hostetler (63) Sept. 25 Mrs. (Andy) Byler (68) Sept 25 Katlyn Weaver (12) Sept. 26 Mrs. (Jake) Linda Weaver (62) Sept. 27 Wallace Jay Byler (39) Sept. 27 Melvin W. Miller (8) Sept. 27 Ivan C. Miller (5) Sept. 28 John David Byler (40) Sept. 29 Crist R. Schlabach Sept. 30 Aden R. Miller Sept. 30 Irene E. Byler (20) Sept. 30 Owen W. Miller (40) Sept. 30 Joey Gingerich (50) Oct. 1 Mary Lou Miller (34) Oct. 2 Mrs. (Robert) Emma Stutzman Oct. 2 Mrs. (Al) Barbie Byler (45) Oct. 2 James Lee Kurtz (12) Oct. 3 Wilma C. Miller (2) Oct. 5 Kathy (Kids) Miller (34) Oct. 9 Dave Cora Kurtz Oct. 10 Agnes Schlabach (20) Oct. 11 Aaron R. Miller (9) Oct. 11 Mrs. (Mel) Maurine Shetler (72) Oct. 11 Mrs. (Mel) Ida Marie Byler (34) Oct. 13 Mrs. (Mose) Clara Miller (68) Oct. 14 Chester W. Miller (14) Oct. 15 Olin A. Yoder (32) Oct. 16 Eli Ester Byler (47) Oct. 16 Susan J. Yoder (4) Oct. 18 Dan Sylvia Miller (44) Oct. 19 Marilyn S. Yoder (5) Oct. 20 Anna Mae Miller (11) Oct. 20 Maurine J. Yoder (7) Oct. 23 Joe J. Miller Jr. (43) Oct. 23 Ellen Detweiler (35) Oct. 24 Eli Katherine Miller (30) Oct. 25 Clayton A. Miller (37) Oct. 27 Martha W. Miller (12) Oct. 31 Stephan W. Miller (16) Oct. 31 Joseph Betty Yoder (39) Oct. 31 Melvin Betty Byler (41)
Happy Belated Birthday
Aug. 27 Sept. 1 Sept. 8
Leroy Miller (21) Phillip O. Miller (34) Raymond Miller (22) Mayor of Bundysburg, Freemon Yoder (80)
WANTED FOR OUR NEXT ISSUE
In Memoriam In Memoriam … News from your schools. … Writings or drawings from the children. … Excerpts from your old family diary. … Autumn recipes! To be in our next issue, things have to be in by Sept. 27.
David J. Yoder, 61, of Burton Township, entered eternal rest Thursday evening, Sept. 9, 2010 at home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born Aug. 20, 1949 to Joe Jay and Elizabeth (Hostetler) Yoder. David married Rachel C. (Slabaugh) on Nov. 26, 1970. He was a lifelong resident of the Burton area and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. David will be sadly missed by his loving wife; mother; sons, Crist (Kathryn) Yoder, Paul (Emma) Yoder, Robert (Erma) Yoder, David Jr. (Saloma) Yoder, and Steven Yoder; daughters, Arlene Sue (Amos) Wengerd, Betty (Ervin) Bricker, and Leona (John) Mullet; and 20 grandchildren. All are from Burton. He is preceded in death by his father; brother Andy J. Yoder; an infant brother; and son-in-law, Melvin Detweiler. Funeral services were held Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 at 14623 Patch Rd., Burton Township, with Bishop Roy C. Miller officiating. David’s final resting place will be in Hershberger Cemetery in Troy Township. Visitation was until the time of service at 14729 Patch Rd. in Burton Township. Arrangements were entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Road, Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent to www. bestfunerals.com.
Children’s Immunization Clinics
Geauga County General Health District hosts local children’s immunization clinics. Immunizations for children and adolescents are free of charge for all Geauga County residents regardless of income. For nonGeauga residents, there is a $5 fee per child, per visit. MIDDLEFIELD CLINIC Second Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Clinic will be held at St. Lucy Mission, 16280 Kinsman Rd. (Route 87 east), Middlefield. Third Thursday, Oct. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. Clinic will be held at St. Lucy Mission, 16280 Kinsman Rd. (Route 87 east), Middlefield. Third Wednesday, no clinic until Nov. 17. NEWBURY TOWNSHIP CLINIC Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Clinic will be held at Grace Evangelical Bible Church, 14951 Auburn Rd., Newbury. TROY TOWNSHIP CLINIC Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Clinic will be held at Troy Community Center 13950 Main Market, East of Route 700.
Beautify your Backyard
Nice Selection of Gazebos, Barns, Playsets & Outdoor Furniture
off 2all5dis% play treated lawn furniture
Mullet’s Footwear & Country Cedar We challenge you to find a better-built line of Outdoor Products! Alan Mullet 440-693-4363
4853 Kinsman (Rt. 87), 1 mile West of Mesopotamia or 4 miles East of Middlefield
8-5 Daily; 8-4 Sat Closed Sunday
2A0ll Fr%uit TrOeFesF
PLANTS & TREES
Blueberry • Strawberry • Blackberry ls nnia Rhubarb • Asparagus Roots Shrubs • PereRoses Fruit Trees • Red Buds • Red Maples Weeping Cherry • Ornamental Plum Miniature
SEEDS & SOILS
Bird Seed • Grass • Sunflower • Seed Potatoes Top Soil • Pro-mix Water Softener Salt Potting Soil • Peat Moss Compost • Manure • Hi-Cal Lime Canning Jars • Suet Cakes Fire-starter Blox Fertilizers • Fertrell Fertilizer
Hayes Road
Greenhouse 13015 Hayes Rd • Middlefield (Between Pioneer & Burton Windsor) Summer Hours: Mon–Sat 8-6
Where cabinets are a work of art! Since 1977
From the publisher . . . September 22, 2010
Dear Amish community members, Plain Country’s mission, from the beginning, is to bring you, our Amish neighbors, a community newspaper that is “for your community, by your community”. You do not need to be a writer to submit community news, stories and things of interest, we will edit it for you. We welcome, and need your input if we are to be your community paper. Submissions are printed free of charge with space permitting. All of your benefits should be published in your community paper. Our readers, will soon know, to look to Plain Country for the dates, addresses and information regarding these events. Benefit submissions are also printed free of charge. Keep in mind that your publisher does not know to print an event unless you submit the information. We are here to bring you the best possible Amish community newspaper but we cannot do it without you. Are we printing things of interest? What are we missing? Please let us know how we can better serve the community. We look forward to your support and your input. Sincerely, Barbara Fontanelle, publisher
440-834-1540 17090 Jug Street Burton, OH 44021 Mon.-Fri. 7:00am to 4:30pm, Sat. by appointment only.
2
September 22, 2010
Need A door? We’re Your Total Door Source
Sidelite Units • French Doors • Patio Doors Special Size Doors • Custom-Made Steel Doors Pre-Hung Entrance Doors • Vinyl Brick Mold Fiberglass Stainable Doors ANY STYLE INTERIOR DOORS & KNOBS
New Product!
Steel Replacement Doors Local Delivery Available –Fast Service– call dan today!
D&S Door Sales
15060 Shedd Rd., Burton 877.895.0622 / 440.834.0622 www.millikenmillwork.com
A Treasure Today...An Heirloom Tomorrow One-of-a-Kind Handcrafted Items Oak, Cherry & Hickory Furniture
Living Rooms • Dining Rooms • Bedrooms • Curios Bookcases • Cedar Chests Entertainment Centers Hickory Rockers Children’s Furniture Computer Desks Nauvoo Rd. And Much, Much More
Rt. 528
Rt. 608
Rt. 87
16403 Nauvoo Rd (One Mile East of Rt. 608)
Middlefield 440-632-0248
Mon-Sat 8am-5pm; Fri ‘til 6pm; Closed Sunday
B&K Salvage • Groceries • Health and Beauty Items • General Merchandise • Rainbow Laundry Detergent 5515 Kinsman Rd. • Middlefield, Ohio 44062
(4 miles east of Middlefield • 2.5 miles west of Mesopotamia) Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm
Triple S ConSTruCTion • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Basement Finish • Metal Roofs & Siding • New Roofs • New Siding 21 Yrs. Experience Quality Guaranteed
• Reroofs • Re-siding • Decks • Pole Barns FREE ESTIMA TES!
Daniel J. Schmucker - (330)569-7032 or call (330)569-4825 (Voice Mail) 14409 Grove Rd. • Garrettsville, OH 44231
Plain Country
Greetings from the Plain Community By Donnie Miller
Our sympathy to the family of Chris M. Kaufman upon the death of his wife, Barbara, aged 31, who passed away Sept. 5 in Metro Hospital due to a buggy and car accident. A baby was born after the accident and is doing OK, but the wife and mother passed away due to injuries when a car hit the buggy from behind on Wednesday evening, Sept. 1. This accident happened on Route 88 a short distance east of Route 528. Survivors are her husband and seven children. Barbara was the daughter of Gid and Elizabeth Miller. Chris is the son of Melvin and Alma Kauffman, all of Middlefield. We attended the wedding of Owen Miller and Kristine Kauffman on Thursday, Sept. 2. It was a warm day, and we met many old friends and made some new ones. Our son Nelson and wife Liz attended the wedding at Albert L. Millers in Mespo on the same day and spent the evening and overnight with us. Nelsons have their home in South Columbia, N.Y. At one time Alberts and Nelsons were neighbors in New York. Nelsons left for home early Friday, Sept. 3. Saturday, Sept. 4, there was a gathering at David and Sarah Barkmans’ for anyone in the Amish community who has had any kind of heart surgery. Everyone brought
their own lunch with drinks and coffee being furnished by Davids. After lunch we shared our experiences and symptoms. Around 40 people attended. and it was a very enjoyable and worthwhile day! Mrs. Dan Kauffman (Barbara) of Burton had open-heart surgery on Aug. 31 at Hillcrest Hospital to replace her aortic valve. Three days later a pacemaker was put in. The last report was that she is doing well. Barbara’s husband died on Sept. 29, 1963 and she lives in Burton with her son, Eugene. On the evening of Sept. 17, Mrs. Dan W. Byler had an auction to dispose of items her husband, Dan, had collected over the years. Dan passed away June 30, 2009. He was a watch and clock repairman. Most of his repair equipment and old clocks were sold to Robert Hershberger of Holmes County. Kathy Hershberger, aged 21, daughter of Bob and Sara, was involved in an accident on Friday afternoon, Sept. 3. The lady she works for was taking her home and drove off the road on Georgia Road a short distance in from Route 168. All occupants of the car were taken to Geauga Hospital and later transferred to Metro in Cleveland. Kathy had a punctured lung and liver. At last report, Kathy was doing much better and was to be released Sept. 6.
Parkman Pathways By Ellen Hershberger
Monday, Aug. 16: Home Sweet Home. I scrubbed the entrance top to bottom to clean up after all the bird messes, but I still smelled something bad. We searched once more and there was a dead bird in my boot! Tuesday, Aug. 17: I came home just in time to enjoy our Tuesday night singing here at sister and hubby’s. Our Mom’s three sisters from Missouri stopped in to say hello on their way home from Holmes County where they had attended the funeral of Uncle Milo’s second wife, Fannie. Wednesday, Aug. 18: Where did August go so fast? I did laundry, cleaned house, then sister and I made a few stops (we have seven Amish stores within close range here) on our way to visit Aunt Ellen Detweiler. We had a wonderful hour with seven of our mother’s sisters there. In the afternoon, I spent a few hours with a nephew’s family and finished out the day at a friend’s where we canned peaches and I got a wonderful back treatment. It’s wonderful to come home to my own bed, and tonight a little great-niece wants to sleep with me. Thursday, Aug. 19: A good day cleaning, sewing and being with family and the “little people.” Friday, Aug. 20: An ambulance siren woke me about 3:15 a.m., so no more sleep for me and I had a long day ahead. I came home today after 7 p.m., got the mail, called a friend and fell into bed by 8. My aching body has a hard time relaxing, but I still enjoy the 12-hour cooking stint. Saturday, Aug. 21: This morning I was gone three hours on errands and to town. With the high humidity, my energy level is low, so I didn’t get much done in the afternoon. Sunday, Aug. 22: We walked to church today, and the afternoon nap was wonderful. We had a family supper and a quiet evening. Tuesday, Aug. 24: I had a good workday yesterday and today spent most of the day sewing. Then we capped the evening with a singing group.
Thursday, Aug. 26: Yesterday I did laundry and sewing all day. Today, sister and I enjoyed time with Aunt Ellen while her family attended a wedding. We had a good meal of sweet corn tonight. For lunch they brought us wedding dinner. I finished the 12 trousers just in time, as school starts Monday! Friday, Aug. 27: My 12-hour cooking stint, then on to an overnight for 24 hours. But I get to sleep, too. How quickly we think it’s kinda cool now. J Sunday, Aug. 29: Today my mother would be 93. She passed at age 88. We had a good family day, eating and conversing together. Tuesday, Aug. 31: I was gone two days, and then tonight, our singing group was at J.J. Liz. Wonderful! Wednesday, Sept. 1: Lots of us were at Linda and Albert’s to prepare food for the wedding tomorrow. The nice breeze in their back yard helped to beat the heat. Tonight I had a rare night out with the family, and on the way home we couldn’t come down our road because of an accident. The Crist M. Kauffman family with six children in their buggy had been hit from behind on the hill by Chris Fisher’s. There were three life flights as several people had head injuries. Thursday, Sept. 2: This day we were at the wedding of Raymond and Irene Yoder. Updates on yesterday’s accident caused much concern among the people. Our horse balked this morning at home, then again on the bridge on Bundysburg! But we got there and home again, thankful to be safe. On my next day off, I should can beets. Fond memories of that are when mother would cook a whole canner full. Then she’d have me be outside peeling them. It is so easy after they’re cooked, and I still like to do that. Can I also get the two flowerbeds revamped (dig out old stuff and plant knockout pink roses), varnish doors, windowsills and china cabinet, and paint … all before the snow flies? (We also must take in weddings in Scio, Ohio and in Kentucky!)
3
Putting Summer in a Jar Freezer Salsa Submitted by Rachel Miller
8 cups peeled, diced, seeded tomatoes 2 medium green peppers, chopped 2 hot peppers, seeded and chopped 2 large onions, chopped 3/4 cup tomato paste 3/4 cup tomato soup 1/2 cup white vinegar 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons sugar 4 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (sometimes it doesn’t take this much; it depends on how hot your peppers are) In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring often. Cool, put in covered containers and freeze. (This is very good canned. Put into jars and process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. R.M.)
Hot Pepper Jelly Submitted by Katherine Byler 7 green peppers, chopped fine 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped fine 1 1/2 cups vinegar 1 1/2 cups apple juice 1 box Sure Jel 5 cups sugar Water as needed Add vinegar and apple juice to peppers and let soak overnight. The next morning, drain pepper mix through cheesecloth and add enough water to make 4 cups of liquid. Boil with Sure Jel. Add sugar and boil for 1 minute. Pour into small jars and turn lid tightly. (Delicious with crackers and cream cheese. K.B.) (For us wimps, substitute sweet red peppers for the green and leave out the jalapeno! J.F.)
Hot Pepper Salsa Submitted by Sarah Miller 1 peck hot peppers, chopped 1 quart tomato juice 1 small can tomato paste 1 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon salt 1 cup vinegar 1 cup sugar Cook all together for 25 minutes. Put into boiling hot jars and seal. (I like both the jars and lids boiling hot. S.M.)
Plain Country
September 22, 2010
Katherine’s Korner By Katherine M. Byler
An easy way to grow a few potatoes … a grandson reported he was hauling some potatoes in a wheelbarrow and decided to pile dirt on them and let them grow as is. The wheelbarrow is full to overflowing with plants now. Must be they didn’t need the barrow for other things. The Wayne Detweiler family and we overnighted in Carroll County at the Wayne Bylers. Both Waynes are sons-in-law. Some brave ones slept outside in a tent, but with a prediction of the temperature getting down to 54 degrees, most stayed inside. Had fun eating, chatting, and playing. Then, it was back home and nose to the grindstone again. News of the death of a young wife and mother, Mrs. Crist M. Kauffman (Barbara), from Hosmer Road, fills our hearts with sorrow for the whole family. Things can happen so quickly, changing lives forever. Bruce Daniels, taxi driver, was so fortunate when a car came out of an intersection, hitting him and his loaded van full force causing them to flip and roll at least twice. They ended upright with two fence posts having pierced the windows. Miraculously, injuries were minor. The passengers included the Bill N. Hershberger family, Billy Jr. and wife and small son; Martha S. Detweiler; and Ben and Nancy Byler. All’s well that ends well. We need a How-To Book! First question to be answered would be “What do you do if the septic system acts up and doesn’t cooperate even if you did get the Only tank pumped?” There was a very good turnout of donors at the last blood drive for the Red Cross at Joe’s Vinyl. All was appreciated at this time of low supply. Am still waiting for the call that I won the buggy in the tri-county drawing; sigh! Well, we’re getting closer to Christmas. It’s under 100 already!
On...
94 Days until Christmas!
spotlight Troyer Millworks By Jacquie Foote
Bits and Pieces of Yesterday Submitted by Sarah Miller
From my mother’s diary, 1958 Sept. 2, 1958 – Nice day, We sold 7 dozen eggs for $4.20, sweet corn for 35 cents a dozen and strawberries at 35 cents a quart. Sold a total of $7.70. Sept. 11 -17 – Weather is dry. Health is fair, as far as I’m aware of. Corn cutting and preparing ground for seeding is the work among the farmers. Geauga County It seems that some people are in need of a Raccoon harness, as the writer’s single buggy harness Hunters disappeared some time ago and I have not yet Meetings are held at found out who is the owner of it now, but I hope the club on Peters Road, they will make good use of it. the 2nd Thursday at 7pm Editor: Please send my paper to Burton instead of Welshfield, as we have free mail delivery from UKC HUnt Burton. I would say to all my friends to send my October 15, 2010 mail to Burton, Ohio. 8:30 deadline – $20.00 entry Yours truly, John S. Hershberger
Or a railing for a balcony? Or new railings for The modest sign at the street announces an old staircase? Andy custom mills stair parts this to be the home of “Troyer’s Millworks”. for both new and restored homes as well as When you go up the driveway you come to for non-residential buildings. a comfortably sized white building that looks Interested? Simply come to his shop, almost too nice to house the huge machines show him what you want (or pick it out from within. his catalogues). Andy will lead you to The owner, Andy Troyer, is easy to talk his collection of various styles of with, patient and knowledgeable with spindles and newel posts so you a friendly sense of humor. He tells may see and touch the real how he has just about always article before you commit to worked in wood in one way or ordering it. He has on hand a another. He was working in a variety of woods including sawmill when he started his poplar, white and red oak, Andy Troyer, owner first business, an outdoor furniture and play-set Featuring balusters, newels, maple, cherry so you can see before you choose. If shop in 1994. He had built a sizable building behind spindles, stair parts and other you have another wood millwork. in mind, he will find it his house in 1993 to house for you. If you prefer iron his buggies and to give 16201 Pioneer Road railings, he can show you him space to make things Middlefield samples and order what of wood. One of the first you wish. things he made was a swing 440 636 5577 Once you have ordered, set for his children. Folks saw it in his yard; many liked the Call for appointment. using local craftsmen and wholesalers wherever possible, looks of it and wanted one for No Sunday Andy will get all the stair parts he their own children. So Andy was sales. does not mill himself along with all off and running. The business grew, the hardware necessary for your job. He reflecting the quality of his work. His sons will arrange to have your entire order built, helped as much as they could in the shop. But stained, and delivered to you. How long this play- sets and outdoor-furniture-making is a will take depends on the complexity of your seasonal job. What Andy really wanted was a order. Andy says it usually takes 10 to 14 days business that would be full time. to finish an order using red oak or poplar to It happened that in 1990 Jim Weaver the point of staining. More exotic and special started a spindle shop on Hosmer Road. order woods take longer. If you want the In 2006 he was ready to sell. The economy railings or other parts made of iron, Andy can was beginning to slide, and the Spindle have these within 14 days also. You will have Shop was a good bargain with its promise your choice of wrought or powder coated of year around work. So Andy sold his playiron. Andy has arranged delivery for as far way set business and bought Weaver’s Spindle as out of state. Shop, moving the machines, etc. to his white The precision and beauty of Andy’s building and renaming it “Troyer’s Millworks.” ( mill work is evident as is the quality of the Jim continues to pass along mill work business woods he works with for you. As is true of to Andy.) He has twice enlarged his building, so many of family-owned Amish businesses, making room for housing the beautiful woods Troyer Millworks is obviously committed to he works with. furnishing exceptional service to its customers. Andy custom mills stair parts, specializing Add Andy’s cheerful outlook and you will find in newel posts, spindles and railings. He sells that what too often is a trying experience in both as a wholesaler and as a retailer. The latter obtaining a new or remodeled staircase, will, customers find him an efficient contractor if instead be an interesting and pleasant one. that is what is wanted. Want a new staircase?
Troyer Millworks
Balusters Sizes: 1-1/4” and 1-3/4” Lengths: 31”– 48” Designs: Square & Pin Top Species: White Oak, Mahogany, Hickory, Poplar, Maple, and Painted stair Parts • Newels • spiNdles Variety of Species and Painted WROUGHT IRON now available
andy troyer, owner 16201 Pioneer rd. Middlefield 440.636.5577 fax: 440.632.1823 4
September 22, 2010
American Steel Carports & Pavillions
Mom’s Diary
Fall Specials Call for Details
By Barbara Ann Detweiler
Saturday, Aug. 14: Andrew was sick with stomach flu today. Why now!? I guess there’s never a good time for flu! Rose Edna, Laura and Katherine were all at Mom’s since yesterday, so I drove part way down to pick them up. Dad drove them over halfway home. Sunday, Aug. 15: Andrew seemed fine this morning, so we all went to church. It turned out Betty got sick there, so she and I walked home. When Andrew got home later, he said he didn’t feel too good either and hasn’t eaten anything yet. Wayne’s sister Viola and Norman came to visit tonight. Monday, Aug. 16: Andrew and Betty lay around all day with stomach pain. By tonight, they felt a lot better and seemed more like themselves. Norma was thinking about shoes and told me she wouldn’t want to be a shoe because they’re so hard. Tuesday, Aug. 17 : A nice, pleasant day. It seems like I got a lot more done today but when I go to write it down, it doesn’t seem like so much. Rose Edna and Laura did lots of yard work, and everything looks so nice again. Katherine had friends over to spend the night in the tent last night. I thought they might be loud and keep us awake. But they weren’t. They probably fell asleep before they wanted to! Wednesday Aug.18: Warmer today, but still pleasant. Norma is having stomach pains now. Groan! She keeps remarking she’s glad she’s not this or that object; she’s glad she’s just herself! Sometimes I really wonder what goes through that little mind of hers. Thursday, Aug. 19: I saw a mouse in the entrance today and almost hyperventilated! I cannot live with mice in my house! Wayne set a trap and caught it within two hours. I felt so much better about living here; then he caught another one! Now, I’m wondering if there are any more around. Norma has the flu and is pale and wan. Friday, Aug. 20: We drove to Dad and Mom’s for the night. The children slept in a tent, on a lawn chair and on the porch. The adults slept in beds in the house! Saturday, Aug. 21: Dad, Wayne, Andrew and the two little girls went to the Bloomfield horse auction while the rest of us did some work for Mom and John mowed some grass for Dad. It was nice to come home tonight. Sunday, Aug. 22: I went to a neighboring church with Wayne, then came home, made baked beans and took them to a neighbor’s where we were invited for supper.
Built on your site for – Single 12’ x 21’ only $695
Double 18’ x 21’ only $795 Model Always Open Sales are by Appointment at Your Place or Ours!
18’ x 21’
We Specialize In
FREE In-home Estimates
new ConstruCtion & replaCement windows Custom-made to Fit Any Opening
AMeRiCAN Steel provides great storage for cars, boats, RVs, equipment, and agricultural items.
–we also offer siding–
orwell window & door
www.americansteelinc.com • www.claridonbarns.com
440-285-2509
CLARIDON BARNS 13065 Mayfield Rd. Chardon BARN SALES 10739 Kinsman Rd. Newbury
8221 Parker Road, Orwell, OH • Marvin Shrock, Owner Call us at 440-437-8458 or 440-437-2031 (Let ring)
Miller’s Holz Haus GOING-OUT-OF-BUSINESS SALE!
Mon-Sat Wooden Toys • Children’s Furniture & Toys 9am-5pm Crafts • Jewelry Chests • Scenic Benches • Mirrors All Wooden Item Sofa Tables • Quilts • Rocking Chairs • Pie Safes Closed s Exp. 9/30/10 Sundays Shelves • Pictures • Religious Items & much more!
20% off
14540 Old State Rd (SR 608) Middlefield • 440-632-1604
Amish Home Craft & Bakery Jams • Jellies • Lots of Crafts • Gifts • Baked Goods Quilts • Wood Items • Centerpieces • Wall Hangers Place Mats • Rugs • Baby Items • Hickory Rockers –Store Open Daily 9am - 4:30pm– Bakery Available Daily – Will Do Special Orders! Jonas Jr. & Emma Miller • 440-632-1888 (Let Ring)
16860 Kinsman Rd. (Rt. 87) 1-1/2 miles East of Middlefield
Plain Country
Monday, Aug. 23: I canned 43 quarts of pizza sauce, an all day job! Also sewed a dress in spurts during breaks from doing the pizza sauce. Tonight, Andrew started a hunting course, so the three youngest girls and I went along to Mespo Park while he was at the town hall. Came home at 9:30, tired and ready to hit the sack. Tuesday, Aug. 24: I had a very busy day. I went to get groceries, then sewed, and made a “big” supper, among other duties. Wednesday, Aug. 25: I sewed myself a dress to wear to niece Barbara Ann’s wedding on Sept. 2. I drove Andrew down to Mespo for the second night of his hunter’s course. I, then, went to Dad and Mom’s until it was time to pick him up again. Thursday, Aug. 26: Wayne and I went to the wedding of a friend’s son. Rose Edna and Laura cleaned the house and it looked so nice and clean and put me in a good mood! I, then, did some laundry, made ice tea and sewed on some cornhole bags. John is making the games, so he wanted the bags made, too. Friday, Aug. 27: We had a cookout tonight for all the Amish families on our road. John got his cornhole games made, and I got the bags made. It was a beautiful evening and an enjoyable one. Sunday, Aug. 29: It was very warm but bearable since it wasn’t so humid. Monday, Aug. 30: Today was Betty’s first day of school and she could hardly wait. She came home full of excitement. Norma is lost being here by herself. This morning, first thing, she turned to Laura and said, “Now, let’s go play school, and you be my teacher.” Tuesday, Aug. 31: Rose Edna started a three-day-a-week job, so now it’s up to Laura and me to hold down the fort at home. Norma was bored with the school children not here. It was so warm the boys went swimming tonight to cool off. Wednesday, Sept. 1: I went to help get food ready for the wedding tomorrow. I got up at 5 a.m. to make doughnuts to take along for a coffee break. Wayne, John and Andrew made third cutting hay tonight, then roasted hot dogs for a bedtime snack. Thursday, Sept. 2: Barbara and Ben’s wedding was today. It was a beautiful day. Everything went well and we got home around 9:30 p.m., tired and ready for bed. Friday, Sept. 3: I felt rather “blah” this morning, but, with things to do, you can’t stay that way for long! Laura and I did laundry and some cleaning. Norma followed us around. She’s going to have some long days this winter!
Windsor
Stairs and Millwork
The Home of Award-winning, High Quality, Natural Swiss Cheese
Custom-Built • Stairs Visit Our New SHOWROOM ! • Boxed Newels • All Interior Trim Unfinished or Prefinished Installation Available • Hardwood Flooring • Hand-scraped Flooring Free estimates! For That Aged Look Contact Dave C. Miller at (440) 272-5157 • Hand Hewn Beams
Stop in and Visit our Museum, Video Viewing and Cheese Outlet. Cooler bags available for transporting your purchases!
FREE SAMPLES Gift Boxes • Meat & Cheese Trays • Worldwide Shipping Tuesdays are Golden Buckeye Days
15815 Nauvoo Rd., Middlefield (Corner of Rt. 608 & Nauvoo Rd.) 440.632.5228 Ext. 6000 • 800-327-9477 Ext. 6000 www.middlefieldcheese.com • Open Mon-Sat 8:00-5:30
7418 North Wiswell Rd. • Windsor 44099 5
Plain Country
September 22, 2010
Greetings from Garrettsville
Hello From the Amish Crossing Corner... By Sarah Miller
The weather has been nice since ears we bought from neighbors, Gid Benders. September began. Local watermelons and cantelopes are Foremost on our thoughts and minds being sold at produce stands and are very are the Chris Kauffman family. Mrs. good. Kauffmann died Sunday, Sept. 5, in Going to Richfield Springs, the afternoon after being critically N.Y. over the Labor Day weekend injured in the tragic accident on were Robert and Nora Miller, Jug Wednesday evening, Sept. 1. Road. They traveled by train to She leaves her husband and visit their daughter Carol and A man told his seven children. The family lives family. wife, “I was a fool on Hosmer Road. Going to Hartville Flea Sawmill Land School Market on Labor Day were Crist when I married opened Sept. 7. On Wednesday and Clara Hershberger, Crist you.” morning, Sept. 8, we had a and Ada Yoder, Mrs. Katheryn pancake breakfast here for ”I know,” his wife Wengard and grandpa, John our school, with some of the J. Miller. They visited John’s replied, “But I proceeds going to United Way. brother Andys who live not far The blood drive here in thought you’d from the market. I wonder why our shop on Saturday, Sept. 4, they are called Flea Markets? get over brought 116 donors. A great BIG Does anyone know?? thank-you to all who came. They say Visiting with grandpa John on it.” the blood supply is at an all time low. Sunday evening, Sept. 5, were Dan and Canning has slowed down for me. I still Naomi Yoder, Andy and Sara Schmucker, have some tomatoes and apples to do later Andy and Barbara Miller, Henry and Sadie on. We did our sweet corn last week, nice big Miller and Monroe Schmucker. They brought coffee and snacks along.
By Rachel Miller
Sept. 4, 2010 We just came back from grocery shopping in Garrettsville. Sure wish they would get another grocery store where Giant Eagle used to be. We had a couple showers while in town and more since we are home, but they don’t last long. Maybe we are getting some of Hurricane Earl. We could use more rain. Our yard is getting brown. There was an accident on Route 88 just off Hosmer Road. Crist Kauffmans and six children were hit by a car or jeep driven by a woman on Wednesday, Sept. 1, in the evening. Two of the children are in the hospital and Barbara, the mother, is in intensive care right now. She had a baby boy Thursday, Sept. 2. We are waiting to hear how they all are. There’re lots of weddings. On Tuesday, Sept. 2, our granddaughter, Katie, and Allen Yoder were married. They had a nice wedding and good food. Yesterday, Sept. 3, we were to Atlantic, Pa. to the wedding of our nephew’s daughter, Sadie, and Benny Yoder of Mercer, Pa. We went along with my sisters and their husbands and brother Ervin. Two trains went by while we were there. The family lives close to the railroad tracks. I come from Atlantic, so it seemed to bring back memories to hear the trains. But there’re not many people left that we knew then. Now they have nine church districts and there was only one when I lived there. Sorry, Leroy, I forgot to put in your birthday last time.
!
Lines by Linda By Linda Weaver
We have enjoyed the warm summer days, but are glad it cooled off with a nice shower yesterday. The lawn was quite brown in places, and gardens and flowers also needed to be refreshed. More rain is in the forecast for today. Happy Birthday Amy Lyn (Paul’s), our granddaughter, who turns three today! We hope son Aaron and Rosa and their boys will come spend the night. We have church here tomorrow and they live in Windsor, so it would give the horse a nice break. An accident here on Georgia Road yesterday had police, fire trucks and an ambulance going by. Kathy, daughter of Bob and Sara Hershberger, was on her way home from work when her woman driver had a
D&L FLOORING
possible blackout. She ran off the road and into a tree. At the hospital, they discovered Kathy had a collapsed lung, but I haven’t gotten a report on the driver. School started across the street (Georgia Road) on Monday, Aug. 30 with first graders John Marc (Amos’s) and LeAnne (Alan’s) both Millers and Laura Beth Slabaugh (Erwin’s) starting school. We appreciate our newly paved road here and are glad to get rid of all the dirt ad dust. But, hopefully, the traffic will be aware of the school and children walking to and fro. Our renters, Dave and Leona Fisher moved to their new home in Southington last Friday. We miss them, but are glad they found a place of their own and wish them the best. We have several couples that are interested in our rental now. I better sign off and get to work. So ‘till next time ….
Great Flooring! Great Prices! • • • •
Linoleum Carpeting Laminate Floor Mats
Ma Interlock ple Flooring only 8
9¢ sq.ft.
– Installation Available –
Open Mon-Sat 8am-5pm
Daniel E. Miller
440-685-4385
10040 Penniman Rd.•Orwell 44076
we’re having a coal
SALE call for information
Coal: Nut • Pea • Rice Soft • Anthracite • Bituminous –Bulk or Bags– NO Delivery Charges!
HORNER TRUCKING Home 440.693.4405 Cell 440.537.3384
• Tomatoes • Peppers • Egg Plant • Green Beans • Cabbage • Cucumbers • Potatoes • Onions • Sweet Corn • Squash • Peaches • Apples • Pumpkins Fresh ods baked go ys a rd tu a on S
Understanding Horses
River Valley Produce 11760 Princeton Rd Huntsburg, OH 44046
need new windows?
By Daniel Fisher
We have a complete line of all-welded new construction & replacement custom-size windows, and patio doors.
Even though most of our area soils have enough copper if the pH is not too high, some animals still need extra. Rust in crops is a sign of not enough copper in the soil. Chemical fertilizers can tie up copper in the soil. In the animal, copper is needed for the best health. It helps take care of fungus problems, makes a healthy immune system, helps prevent aneurysm and helps protect the animals against parasites and worms. Females, mares and cows, with enough copper will cycle better and at the right time. Some of the signs of copper deficiency are anemia, mud fever, poor coat color, seedy toe, ringworm, proud flesh, herpes, parasites and chewing wood or bark. Without copper, iron cannot be assimilated. So, most of the time, you benefit more from adding copper for free choice rather than iron for anemia. Iron supplements, force-fed, will tie up vitamin E, so it is best not to force feed iron supplements. Dark skinned animals need much more iron than light skinned animals. If a black animal has a rust colored coat, it is either that the animal is low in copper or has parasites. It is usually both, as copper helps control parasites. If the animal has a rough winter coat, he might need copper. Look closely at the tips of the hair. If they have a little curl at the end, he needs copper. CU Mix is what you would need to add to the free choice program. Until next time Daniel C. Fisher is proprietor of D & S Farm & Garden Supply LLC, 4738 Gates Road, Middlefield. Call his voice mail at 440-693-4632 for more information.
Low E • Wood Grain • Bays & Bows • Shop Windows • Basement Windows Caulk • Barn Windows • Basement Hoppers • Basement Sliders 10 Sizes of Shop Windows in Stock
Joe’s Vinyl Window Shop
15020 Shedd Rd., Burton Call Joe Today! 800.866.0326 / 440.834.0326
Cross Cut Country Store
Quality Playsets...
Creative Family Memories • • • •
16161 Nash Rd.
(corner of Rt. 528 & Nash Rd.)
20% Off
FAMILY FOOTWEAR • Wolverine • Carolina • LaCrosse • HI TEC Irish Setters • Propet • Skechers • Hush Puppies • Soft Spots & MORE!
Harness & Tack • DAC Supplies Lifetime Tables & Chairs • Buck Knives 440-548-2259 Monday thru Friday 8-5:30 Saturday 8-5:00
6
Superior Construction Outstanding Materials Attention to Detail Easy Installation All Displays
10% Off
Catalog Items Exp. 10/30/10
Now Accepting
J.S. LAWN STRUCTURES
16351 Nauvoo Rd • Middlefield 44062
440-632-0052
September 22, 2010
Plain Country
Bookmobile News By Jane Attina
The days are changing; one can feel it in the air. This is an especially wonderful time to be driving our big blue bus about the countryside. We have been buying fresh produce from the stands along our route. On board it has been busier than usual these days. It is sometimes a challenge to get all the materials checked back in and still have time to hold the newborn babies, and chat with moms about recipes and such. We have some new book titles in our library that may be of interest to you. Kathleen Fuller’s “A Hand To Hold” is the latest in the Hearts of Middlefield series and Beverly Lewis has a new book titled “The Thorn”. It is the first in the Rose Trilogy series. Please ask to reserve your copy, as there are many on the waiting list.
Books in Review By Jacquie Foote
Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder, copyright 1932, was initially published by Harper and Brothers. Perhaps the best known of the Little House series, it was really the third book Laura wrote of memories of her childhood in the 19th century in Midwest America. Little House on the Prairie has remained continuously in print since its initial publication. The story starts with Pa Ingalls’ decision to move from the woods of Wisconsin to Indian Territory near Independence, Kan.Although this land was still owned by the Osage Indians, Pa believed the stories about it being open to settlers imminently. So Pa, Ma, Mary, Laura and baby Carrie travel to Indian Territory and set up a cabin in a likely spot. The story continues, chronicling the family’s bout of malaria (which they called “fever and ague”), the challenges of settling down in a strange place, and a final disappointment. All along, Laura Ingalls Wilder tells of living in a close family headed by wise and loving parents, and of the need to trust in God and to care for one’s neighbors. Many of the incidents in the book actually
happened to the Ingalls family at that time in their lives and were told, over the years, to younger sister Laura by Pa, Ma, and older sister, Mary. However, for various reasons, Laura Ingalls Wilder made some significant changes in facts when she wrote this book. For example, Laura, who is from 6 to 7 years old in the book, was actually between 2 and 3 1/2 years old when the family moved to Indian Territory, and Baby Carrie, who is portrayed as making the trip to Indian Territory with the family, was really born in Indian Territory in August of 1870. This sort of bending of true happenings explains why the Little House on the Prairie is usually classified as fiction rather than autobiography. In spite of the changing of some of the facts of the Ingalls family history, The Little House on the Prairie is filled with fascinating true facts abut pioneer life as well as moral decisions being made by a very real family. It is an interesting read and well deserves its reputation as a children’s classic. Although written for middle grade students, this work should be enjoyable to all.
Did you know?
With election time only a couple of months away the library has voter registration and applications for absent voter’s ballot
From Our Schools by Jacquie Foote
Keeping the scholars safe:
All the schools are in session now and the young scholars will be walking to and from the school buildings. They know the rules of walking on roads without sidewalks but they are young and part of their safety depends on those of us who drive on those roads.
Wood Siding & Paneling for all your building needs! • 6x6 and 6x8 Logs! (Green or Kiln-dried) • Log Siding • Channel Groove • Shiplap • Tongue & Groove • Dutch Lap & more!
d Pine Kiln-driveailable A o ls A
available at all branches including the bookmobile. The voter registration deadline is 30 days before any election. The absentee ballot application should be filled out and mailed to the Geauga County Board of Elections for the upcoming election. You will then receive the actual ballot used for voting. This year our library will have a levy on the ballot. We have information available on the bookmobile if you would like to learn more. You can also find applications for Golden Buckeye Cards on the bookmobile. All Ohioans age 60 or better, as well as adults age 18-59 who have disabilities as defined by Social Security, are eligible for a free Golden Buckeye Card. Businesses that honor the Golden Buckeye card do so voluntarily and choose the savings they offer. Some offer a percentage off a total purchase; others offer special deals on certain products.
Dr. Joseph Wittmer, Ph.D. on Amish schools:
“If education is to be judged by its achievements, the Amish may have one of the most effective instructional systems in the world today.”
Hardwood Paneling, Flooring & Trim in Red Oak, Ash, Cherry, Maple, Hickory & Walnut
Our Lumber or Bring Your Own! Interior & Exterior • Rustic or Smooth
Chuckle
Minnie said to her friend Marge, “Our dog is just like a member of the family.” “Which one?” Marge asked.
J&J Cabinet Shop 4738 Donley Road Middlefield, Ohio 44062
News from Windsor
By Barbara Ann Detweiler
Marlene, daughter of Rudy and Edna Miller, was married Sept. 2 to Jacob, son of Andy R. Bylers. Also on Sept. 2, Barbara Ann, daughter of Joe and Mary Jane Byler, was married to Ben Yoder, son of Mel and Marie Yoder. Windsor Mills School started Aug. 30 with Wilma Wengerd and Norma Wengerd teaching again. Tim Masts, Philip Millers and Wilmer Millers were in South Columbia, N. Y. over Labor Day weekend at their son and brothers. Andy Millers went to Munfordvile, Ky. the Friday and Saturday of Labor Day weekend to attend a reunion.
Huge selection of displays on lot
• Yard Sheds • Garages • Pavilions • Horse Barns • Pool Houses • Hunting Cabins Stop in to see our
• Picnic Tables • Lawn Furniture • Outdoor Fire Pots • Fireplaces
7
Some Amish proverbs concerning education:
“Knowledge is the power of the mind. Wisdom is the power of the soul.” “We grow too soon old and too late smart.” “When you talk, you repeat what you already know; when you listen, you might learn something.”
Hello from Huntsburg By William Bender
We just came home from daughter (Elsie) the Raymond Yoder’s. We were there over the Labor Day weekend camping. This old grandpa slept in the house. I’m too old to sleep in a tent. I should change that statement a little. What little I slept was in the house. It was about midnight when I went in, then at 2 I got up to go to the barn with Raymond. He works at Soltis Farms where they are milking 115 cows at the present. Before Davids got there, word came that their neighbor lady died, Mrs. Crist Kauffman. After their horse rested, they went back home. It took the spirit out of camping as our minds were with the Kauffman family a lot. Ellen Hershberger will report about the wreck. Let’s see if we can find something about Huntsburg. Dan J. Yoders are putting an addition on the house for their son Joseph. This is the Old Joe Yoder farm. Crist Yoder is the carpenter. School started Aug. 31 at Hidden View. Summer is almost gone. We see some trees are starting with their fall color. Fall work has started. One can hear the lonesome hum of the silo fillers. Ben Byler did have surgery on his broken foot. We want to go see him but haven’t gotten that far yet. We sure don’t get everything done we want to. Once I get home from work and eat supper what little get up and go I have left; I have no more. Oh well, maybe I am just lazy.
September 22, 2010
And the Winners Are...
Fun!
Contest 1 (writing) Age 5-7 No entries Age 8-10 1st place – Rebecca Miller (Pioneer Rd) 2nd place – Norman D. Miller (Fletcher Rd) Ages 11 and up 1st place – David D. Weaver (Nauvoo Rd) 2nd place(tie) – Paul Bender (Clay St) 2nd place(tie) – Albert M. Miller (Rte 534)
Contest 2 (coloring) Age 5-7 1st place – Maria Miller (Patch Rd) 2 nd place –Mary Beth Fisher (Newcomb Rd) Age 8-10 1st place – Rebecca Miller (Pioneer Rd) 2nd place – Norman D. Miller (Fletcher Rd) Ages 11 and up 1st place – David D. Weaver (Nauvoo Rd) 2nd place – Albert M. Miller (Rte 534)
It’s a Contest!!!! Color the cartoon.
• You may use either crayons or color pencils … or both! Remember markers or paints look smeary on this kind of paper, so it’s best not to use them. • The age categories are 5 – 7, 8 - 10, and 11 and up. • First prize in each age group will be a large box of special color crayons. • Second prize in each age group will be regular box of special color crayons. HINT … never color the “balloon,” which has what the character is saying. It usually makes it too hard to read.
Bible Who Am I?
1. When you think of music and of sling- shots, you should be reminded of me! 2. My neighbors laughed at me because it wasn’t raining when I began to build. 3. I am the longest-lived man whose age is recorded in the Bible. 4. I am the city often paired with Sodom. 5. I denied Jesus three times and then the cock crowed. 6. A baby in a basket in the river should remind you of me. 7. God promised me the land of Canaan. 8. Pontius Pilate gave me my freedom. 9. When you think of an olive branch and the ark, you should remember me. (Hint, I am not a human being.) 10. I am a tiny seed that Jesus referred to. Answers: 1) David, 2) Noah, 3) Methuselah, 4) Gomorrah, 5) Peter, 6) Moses, 7) Abraham, 8) Barabbas, 9) dove, 10) Mustard seed.
Plain Country
Chuckles Training a baby by the book is a good idea; only you need a different book for each baby.
Hershberger’s Housewares “The Country Candle Corner”
Yankee, Colonial & Wood Wick Candles Stoneware Crocks in 5 sizes Roasters • Spaetzle Makers Cast Iron Pans • Cabbage Shredders Pressure Canners • Rada Knives
and much more! 15419 Madison Rd (RT 528) • Middlefield (1 mile south of Rt 87 )
Name:_____________________________________________________Age:______
440-632-9065
Address:_____________________________________________________________
Mon thru Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm
PLAIN COUNTRY cLASSIFIED AD rates ❑ If you are a display advertiser in Plain Country, your ad rate includes a FREE* 40 word classified line ad. * First 40 words are FREE. 25¢ for each word over 40. ❑ Word Ad Rate: First 20 words $8.00; 25¢ each word thereafter ❑ Boxed Display Rate: $8.00 per column inch ❑ All ads under $20.00 must be prepaid ($1.00 service charge is applied to all credit card payments)
Name:___________________________________________________________ Phone:_________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________ copy will appear exactly as submitted. please print clearly. __________ ,__________ ,____________,___________ ,___________,__________ ,__________, __________ ,__________ ,____________,___________ ,___________,__________ ,__________, __________ ,__________ ,____________,___________ ,___________,__________ $8.00 prepaid Please send info / payment to: Plain Country, P.O. Box 626, Middlefield, OH 44062 or call 440-632-0782, fax to: 440-834-8933
Our next issue is Sept. 22, 2010. Classified deadline is Sept. 6, 2010.
PLAIN COUNTRY cLASSIFIED ADs YOU PICK CONCORD GRAPES 5631 Ledge Rd., Madison 440-298-3940
8
Chuckle
Wife, outside husband’s bedroom door, to doctor: “I’m worried, doctor. He hasn’t moaned or complained once.”
September 22, 2010
ADVERTISER DIRECTORY 19 21
13
22 1
18
15
BURTON
WINDSOR
HUNTSBURG
E.CLARIDON
CLARIDON
13 6
16
5 12
24
MIDDLEFIELD
3
2
22 13
MESOPOTAMIA
11
9 14
10
4
17
7 W.FARMINGTON
8 PARKMAN
map shows approximate business locations. please let us know if a business is not listed correctly.
19. River Valley Produce 21. Troyer Millworks 22. Weaver Bedding Out of map area 322 Claridon Barns, Chardon, OH D & L Flooring, Orwell, OH Orwell Window & Door, Orwell, OH Triple S Construction, Garrettsville, OH Windsor Stairs/Millwork, Windsor, OH
10. Hayes Road Greenhouse 11. J & J Cabinet Shop 12. J & S Lawn Structures 13. Maplebrook Tack & Harness 14. Middlefield Cheese 15. Miller Holz Haus 16. Mullet’s Footwear & Country Cedar 18. Pine Craft, LLC
1. A.J. Enterprises 2. Amish Home Craft & Bakery 3. B & K Salvage 4. C.A. Miller Custom Woodworking 5. Coffee Creek Repair 6. Country Side Furnishings 7. Countryside Gazebos/Outdoor Furniture 8. Cross Cut Country Store
500
100
500
000
500
100
600
100
600
9
Plain Country